US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome safari in Tanzania!!
In late May my family (husband, son, myself) visited several natural areas in Tanzania for a safari. Arranged as a 4 day safari, we visited Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and the Serengeti National Park. While in the NCA we also visited the Leakey museum. It was simply an awesome experience, thanks in large part to the safari company who arranged things (Shadows of Africa) and our guide (Richard). I initially worked with Stacy, who answered my questions, created a plan that met our families needs and wants, and arranged the details so I didn't have to. She was very patient, as I had many questions. When one of our lodge choices suddenly became unavailable (due to fire) she reached out to let us know and helped us to find a suitable replacement.
In country, we worked with Natasha in the office and Richard as our guide. Natasha was very gracious, and Richard is simply the best! We enjoyed our time with him very much and he is an excellent, experienced game tracker. We were able to see the Big 5, many with little babies, and so much more. My husband and son love the big cats, and I adore giraffe's. Richard was so knowledgeable about all sorts of animals, and if he did not know an answer used books he keeps in his vehicle to help find the information we wanted.
All in all, this is not only an excellent trip, but arranging the details through Shadows of Africa is priceless because you are in good hands! If you have the opportunity to have Richard as I guide, jump at the chance. He is the best!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Service and Personal Connection!
I was apprehensive about booking such an expensive trip with a company halfway across the world, but let me say that this company provided the most amazing customer service ever! I am so happy I booked with Encounter Africa Safaris!!!
My driver, Emma (short for Emmanuel), made sure that I was content, happy and that I was enjoying my stay. Emma went about and beyond to even help me purchase a Rwandan cell phone and do a currency exchange at a good rate. Emma drove very cautiously and I never felt unsafe on this journey. As a single woman traveling alone, that was very important to me. Emma made sure when I got back to the city that I was settled in and even dropped me off at the Genocide Center after my trip. He waited until he was sure I was set with my admission and audio tour rental at his discounted rate. Emma was very eager to learn about Florida where I live and was equally as enthusiastic in sharing with me all about Rwanda and Uganda. We had a lot of great conversation. When my safari trip ended, I felt that I had made a friend in the process.
The lodge Encounter Africa Safari selected was the best of the best! I highly, highly recommended the Le Bambou Lodge at the base of the National Park. I reviewed this lodge on TripAdvisor with more detail.
Chris, the travel consultant for EAS, was very helpful through the process and even made a few personal phone calls before I left the US and while on my safari tour to ensure that I was satisfied with my trip and that everything was going well.
This team was very professional. I would most certainly use them again.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A breath taking Safari !
Our Safari was perfect from the beginning to the end !, very personalized, warm welcome, transportation was in a real "safari car" (we were really excited), the aircraft was a really good experience too. We stayed at Selous River Camp, amazing place! I have no words to describe the atmosphere, it was breathtaking. During our stay we were guided by Said, who showed us how amazing and beautiful the parc is. He knew exactly how to track all the animals around the parc. It was nice to spent our safari experience with him.
We stayed only three days in this paradise, (not enough for us to see all of the "big five"!, but we loved what we saw!), we would loved to spent more time.
Thanks Gecko for the organisation, thank you Rama, you were really helpful, thank you Said for all your knowledge, thanks to all the boys at Selous River Camp for the great service!
We definitely recommend it!!!!!!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience
I recently booked a safari with Time 4 Africa with my friends from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha and finally to Zanzibar. The experience was better than I had expected. The entire team are extremely professional, kind hearted, reliable and efficient and I cannot thank them enough for making this a very memorable experience for me and my friends. Good job guys...!!
DK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable Safari with Tanzania Safari Land
Absolutely the best service and experience I have had. I have been exceedingly fortunate to travel parts of the world and this Tanzania Safari Land is the BEST
Ideal June safari
David at Vacay Holiday Deals was absolutely great to work with in planning our ideal safari this June. He was accommodating of our requests and responsive to all our inquiries. We had a wonderful safari - from the flight to the Mara to the hotel and food to the spectacular game drives. What a wonderful way to see this beautiful country! Thank you to David and his team.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful
Just wanted to thank this amazing team for organizing such a life changing experience for our family. We had an amazing vehicle (see picture), our guide Johnsson was professional but cheerful and friendly at the same time, the itinerary design was great considering our short timeframe and the accommodation options recommended surprised me for the huge value for money. All the pre-bookings were handled perfectly by email and phone.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
USA student touring team
What a great experience. Our team was treated with professionalism and the staff where very helpful.
Will definitely do it again
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Halfday Tour Nairobi Nationalpark & Carnivore Restaurant
We had a great day in the Nationalpark, The streets at the safari were bad but the the driver was good. :-)
We booked one day before on phone and it was no problem. After the Nairobipark we decided to eat at Carnivore Restaurant, he organised everything for us!
We had a great day in Nairobi. Michael and the the driver Joseph was very friendly!
Thnaks for that great Trip!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Holiday of a lifetime!
This was indeed a holiday of a lifetime and although I was initially apprehensive when I arrived in Tanzania I need not have been concerned at all. Everything was well organised by Elias from the airport pick up throughout the whole safari until the airport drop off. The accommodation was fantastic and was everything we had expected. Our driver Robbie made the whole safari a pleasure. He was so eager to show us all the various animals in their different environments and he obviously loves his job. His enthusiasm and professionalism could not be faulted. I had a lot of problems with the internal flights I had booked online with Precision Air. Robbie and Elias helped me with this stressful experience and Robbie would not leave the airport until my flight problems had been sorted. Thank you Robbie and Elias for making our safari a wonderful experience. If I am lucky enough to go on another safari I will definitely book through World Air Travel and Tours and have already recommended them to several friends who are considering a safari holiday.