was not Impressed
Nothing to say much but it was very unfortunate experience
AE
Completely stress-free fun!
My fiancé and I had an amazing time in Tanzania thanks to Makasa Safaris. Selma organized every detail for us--we just told her what we were interested in and she put together an excellent itinerary for us. Everything worked completely smoothly: the transfers, the drivers, the dates and times, the activities...it was all perfect. As well, the safari guide was exceptional--thanks for everything, Jamal!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great trip
In addition to the more common safaris centered around the "big five", we also wanted to see Lemurs and Gorillas while in that part of the world. We also wanted to see different ecosystems. Since Africa is so far from home, we decided to take a little more time to explore while in the neighborhood. We had 27 days including travel to do it. Africa is a big place and travel from point to point can consume a significant chunk of time and budget if not planned properly. Christopher did a nice job of providing options, suggesting changes (upgrades, things to pass on, what to see, what not to see) how to prioritize, when and where to go, seeing more animals and less fellow tourists, efficient routing and staying on top of schedule changes. He did all of this within our timeline and budget. He actually had been to all these places and had first hand knowledge.
The final agenda Chris came up with was superb and the venues were outstanding. We saw everything we wanted to see and a whole lot more, in multiple habitats. The camps/eco-resorts were comfortable and almost all were quite elegant. The tour operators were all top notch and professional. Timing was critical and all the operators Chris chose came through. All of the tour operators chosen, without hesitation went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and accommodated special requests. To pull it off without a hitch was a challenge in coordination and logistics. Chris got it done for us.
Thank you Chris for organizing such an incredible trip!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome experience and professional services
We had an awesome experience with Hello Tanzania. Mwajabu and her team provided us an excellent and professional service. Right from booking time we were assured of our comfort. We are a family with three kids and we had lots of questions which were answered very professionally. They have definitely gained our trust and we have selected them for our next excursion from
Dar to Zanzibar. We also highly recommend Hello Tanzania to all prospective travellers.
The safari trip was also awesome. The driver and guide were friendly helpful and always accommodating according to our family needs. They managed to pick lions sleeping in the bush and did take us around all areas in game drive in Mikumi seeing plenty of elephants giraffes zebras monkeys buffalo etc etc.
Vuma Hills is an excellent secluded location on top of a hill overlooking the forest and the campsite was one of a kind experience. It's perfectly safe family environment with superb views, great food and hospitable staff. The interior of the tented camp blew us away. Very comfortable yet truly jungle setting - simply awesome!
We highly recommend you to choose Hello Tanzania and rest assured you will be very well looked after. Like us, first time visiting Tanzania, we can say they made it a memorable vacation. Thank you Mwajabu and Hello Tanzania!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best service and choice in Arusha
Meru is very nice ! They offer really good service and very reasonable price for tours , in very happy to choose them . Also they have a hotel , it's very good too! Anyway, I'll totally recommend meru for u
LV
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
You have to trust in Katona Tours
When I decided to see at least one of 680 Black Gorilla I visited Trip Advisor Forum. In fact I had many proposals but I'm lucky that choosed Katona Tours. Communication was good and quick. Jackie is excellent! Richard was not only guide and driver but also my nanny! Note: 1 .Before your trip You should read "Green Hills of Africa" by Ernest Hemingway 2. Though Gorilla tracking is the main activity, a range of other walks may be provided 3. Visit the local orphanage (Director Mrs. Happy) and school, who benefit from direct contributions from guests in the area. Help them. Happy New Year! Many thanks Katona Tours!!!
CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Biking Kenya
The overall experience was fantastic. Agnes in head office easy to contact. Did have some trouble with wiring the money but not sure why. We did the 10day biking and safari trip. Sankale was an excellent guide and a wealth of information on the culture of the Masai and what an experience to see how the people of Kenya reacted to him in his traditional clothes, I enjoyed all the info he gave to us and still want to learn more. Hassan was our guardian angel who got us safely to everywhere on the difficult Kenyan roads and always with calm and a great sense of humor. We were spoiled to have these 2 and we all enjoyed each others company throughout the trip. All the places we went were incredible as far as the animals we saw and the sites themselves and everyone was a different experience. Great time of year to see the animals as we saw them all with babies as well. The accommodations in the comfort level were fantastic and a great surprise especially all the tented camps. The biking was fun maybe less kms than I thought and the bikes could be in better condition but were still functional. The transfers were long and on bad road conditions but Hassan and Sankale made it all enjoyable. Maji Moto was a favorite and in general I was very surprised at the generosity and kindness of all the staff in every accommodation. Kenya was a wonderful surprise and is filled with wonderful people as well as incredible haute and animals.
SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Not trustworthy!
Bad! Poor execution and under-delivery of what has been agreed and paid for are my two biggest pain-points with Tomodachi. Even if the company had provided as advertised, I would still not recommend it due to poor overall service (last-minute arrangement and changes), lack of tour briefing (we have to ask what's going on all the time) and the tour guides are not helpful. The Managing Director is Joseph Mwema, and co-partner: Jasper Kishari.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The name "Safari Care" describes all!! Well experienced and fulfills the required.
Highly recommended by a friend from SA
Truly speaking it's a safari fulfilled beyond expectations
Excellent guidance and well matched safari by the gentle and professional staff
Well equipped 4x4's with friendly drivers.
Enjoyed the recommended and well scheduled visited sites, organized accommodations.
SG
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The Best Safari Ever with Wild Planet Safari
We cannot thank you enough Ryan, Thale and Lungisani for our best safari experience. Absolutely marvelous seeing the Big Five almost everyday of our 4 day safari in Kruger National Park. The heavy rains that we must have brought to the Park when we arrived did not hamper the animals and we even saw the porcupines, mongooses, hares and millions of termites which were flushed out of their homes by the water. The animals and birds were feasting on the ground and flying termites. We saw the lions twice with three majestic males and the elusive leopards 3 times. One leopard was walking just next to us in the rain at the night safari ride organised by Satara camp. With elephants, giraffes and zebras eating and crossing the road (zebra crossing *) right in front and behind us, these wild animals did not mind us at all being so close to them.
Thale organised the bookings and enquiries and Ryan and Lungisani carried out the safari for the 4 of us in a very personal and family experience from the moment we landed at Johannesburg Airport and cleared customs and immigration. They cooked amazing breakfasts, lunches and dinners with fruits, good wine and juices to go with them and joined us for these and other meals as well. Each day started at 4.00am and ended at about 10pm with 3 trips into the bush each day with enough time in between for a rest. Ryan's knowledge of and sharing on the African bush and plains and the animals, birds and other wild life that live in them also made the safari educational for us. Ryan brought all they needed for our enjoyment and their camping needs in the nippy little towed trailer which was left parked outside our two villa huts all the time and left unlocked. This is how safe and secure the Satara and Sukukuza camps are and also according to Ryan in the 10 years he has been operating Wild Planet Safari. I could keep on writing a book about our 4 day safari. Well Done Wild Planet Safari. May 2017 bring you more adventures with more thoroughly satisfied tourists/customers like us.