BR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent trip and destination
Tour operator was excellent! Friendly and professional.
Highlights of the trip were the Chimps and Gorillas. Must do!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari Dream Come True: A Tailormade Honeymoon Adventure
I think I'll start this review off with... WOW! My husband and I wanted to go on a safari for our honeymoon but had no idea where to start. I chatted with several providers and landed on Tailormade safaris for 3 reasons. 1. I wanted to go with a company that had people who'd gone to these places and knew what they were talking about. 2. I wanted full service so no needing to figure out transfers on my own. 3. They needed to work within my budget. Several others turned up their nose when they found out we wanted to say below a certain amount but for Rob and his team, it was no problem.
I loved during the planning process getting to chat with Rob about my exact preferences. He then suggested a couple of options and then we came up with an itinerary. Before departure, the team sent some really good documentation so we knew what to expect, pack, etc. The team overall was always super responsive. For the duration of the trip, we knew if anything went wrong we had a direct line to the team to sort out anything. We didn't need it but it was nice to know it was there.
As for the trip itself. WOW! It was absolutely perfect. From the moment we landed until we got back to our international flight, we were taken care of as if we were royalty. Everyone was incredibly friendly, and thoughtful and made sure we had the best time. The camps Tailormade suggested couldn't have been more perfect. It was a great combo of luxury with extraordinary wildlife. We felt so taken care of and everyone kept going way above and beyond. Even Tailormade sent a personalized note to our camp for our last night. No detail was left unturned.
I could write an entire additional essay on the experience but I will leave it at this. If you want someone who truly gets you your money's worth and puts you in the best spots in Africa you need to go with tailormade. I know we'll be back to plan another trip with them again soon.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Just flawless
I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the extraordinary safari experience my companions and I enjoyed with your esteemed company in Tanzania.
From the initial inquiry to the meticulous planning and detailed information provided, your organization displayed excellence at every stage of the journey. The meticulous attention to detail and clear communication truly distinguished your services.
I want to extend special commendation to our guide and driver, OMEGA, whose expertise and professionalism were truly exceptional. Beyond being a skilled driver who prioritized our safety throughout the expedition, his profound knowledge of wildlife and the local terrain enriched our safari experience immensely. With his expert guidance, we were able to effortlessly encounter all members of the Big 5, creating memories that will remain etched in our hearts forever.
Additionally, the selection of accommodations exceeded our expectations. Each lodge not only offered comfort and convenience
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Zeph planned a great itinerary for us with visits to the best parks in Tanzania with great lodging!
We had an amazing tour in Tanzania. Zeph was quick to respond to our questions and the trip exceeded our expectations. We stayed in excellent lodges/camps with great food and views! Our guide, Johnson, was knowledgeable, a great driver over the rough terrain and always seemed to get the vehicle in just the right spot. This is our second time using RA safaris so of course we think they are very reliable!!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely exceptional
We had our visit to SA starting with Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Oudtshoorn, Kruger National park including the sabi sands ending with Johannesburg. Shoaib, our tour guide was awe-inspiring in every way, his knowledge about the place was incredible, he is very captivating, engaging and the tour has been very educational and fun filled. Cape Town and the safari experience being the best part in our opinion. SA is a truly beautiful place and worth the visit. Everyone is very welcoming and Africa incoming agency is surely a great choice to make the whole experience even better.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The team at Zambezi Expedition Travel and Tours ensured that we had a the best possible experience.
I can’t talk highly enough about the Zambezi Expedition Team, the itinerary was so well communicated we knew exactly what we would be doing each day. From the moment we arrived the Zambezi Expedition team had everything sorted so that we had a wonderful holiday that we will never forget. We were met at the airport by Francis who was so courteous and helpful. When we arrived at the hotel which was really great and very welcoming. Silence came to ensure that we were settled in and explained the itinerary so we were fully prepared for the safari’s and fabulous river cruise. We were privileged to see elephants, zebras, hippos, ostriches, and many other animals close up living in there own environment all of the guides were so knowledgeable and explained about the conservation of these beautiful animals. The highlight among so many was for us seeing the lions up close watching them interact with each other.
This trip was the best value for money that we have ever spent and we can’t thank the wonderful team enough for providing us with so many amazing memories that we will treasure.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Seasoned guide
Before the tour even began Eric made sure we were sent a detailed itinerary including accommodation and day to day activities. The 2 accommodations we stayed at were AMAZING, I was worried about the camp but honestly it’s more like Glamping than your regular foot on dirt type of tenting.
Champion our guide knows the various parks so well. He also knows a lot about the different animals and can identify them at a glance. It’s pretty impressive. With Champions keen eye we saw most of the big animals on the first few days even the ones hidden in the trees.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing and fantastic.
This was my first safari and let me tell you it won't be the last. The driver was so accommodating reliable and friendly. On time to pick us up and guiding us through our day event. Wonderful. The driver if I remember the name we called him champion. he was excellent. I hope every driver will play the same fairness with their safarian. My conclusion is if you do have a good driver like the one we have had then for sure your safari tour will be a délice.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari with our guide Champion
Champion (our guide) came to pick us up at our hotel in Arusha and drove us all the way to our first safari stop. The drive was quite long but the car was equipped with charging ports and drinks! Champion answered all the questions we had and made sure we were good. He even dropped us to the airport after our safari which is a service we greatly appreciated. Each day champion took us out on the game drive and pointed out the different animals and he was also able to answer many questions about them so we learned a lot. He even asked us what animals we were hoping to see each day and made a visible effort to find each animal so we were able to see all the animals we had hoped to see. The accommodation they put us in was also really nice 10/10. The lodge was incredible with good food, WiFi, swimming pool and large rooms. The tents were well set up, clean, comfortable and have WiFi. Overall I’d recommend Serengeti smile to my friends and family who are hoping to go on a safari!
The tour was well organised and Champion was and excel·lent guide and driver.
It was a 5 day great safari with a great variety of animals Champion our driver took us to see all sort of wild life we saw most of the great five and a brunch of other animals and flora from africa.
The accommodation at the life he was amazing with lovely rooms, swimming pool and great food.
The camp in the serengeti a great experience the team there were great.
Although there was not much understanding on anaphylaxis the cook did a great job to make sure there was no cross contamination and it all worked fine.
We saw lots of lion’s even baby cubs. We witnessed cheeta’s hunt.
Lots of elefants and girafes.
the numbers of herbívors was amazing.
The driver was great at finding animals we even saw a cocodrile in the serengeti as well as hipopotamus. The variety of landscape give us the opportunity to see hienas eating.
if you are looking for a great safari will definetely recomend safari smiles and Champion as a driver and guide.