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65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great animals, wonderful birds, perfect camp sites and the best guide in all of Tanzania.
My husband and I had an unexpected opportunity to travel to Tanzania this fall with a friend who had it on her “wish list” and urged us to go with her. This was our eighth(!) trip to Tanzania (our twelfth trip to Africa), and this last trip was just as wonderful and memorable as our first. As always in Tanzania, we went with Brian of Ecological Wilderness Adventures. Brian started out working for another safari company, but has had his own company for several years now. He has great equipment - vehicles, tents, amenities, etc. - and a wonderful staff who work very hard to make sure the needs of every client are met.
From the first soft “Morning!’ wake up call to the last safety walk to the tent at night, every day was unique, filled with great and often unexpected sightings - from the tiniest birds to the large cape buffalos, everything was quietly pointed out and all questions answered - except the elusive answer to how the red-cheeked cordon bleu got its name.
From the first trip we were impressed with what a great “sighter” Brian is, and his skills have improved over the years. We would be driving along and he would say “Did you see that leopard?” and we would have to admit that “No, we hadn’t”. Then he’d back up a few feet, and there were the dangling legs of a leopard (in one case a leopard and a cub), looking to us much like another tree limb.
The food has always been tasty - what we’ve come to think of as “safari” fare. But we were pleasantly surprised this time by the quality and variety of food prepared by Brian’s cook. The meals were wonderful. You definitely have to pace yourself or you’ll bring home a few extra pounds along with all your photos and memories.
Speaking of photos - Brian is a very good photographer himself, so he is very aware of the best angle and light for your photos. He positions the vehicle so you can get the best shot possible. We came home with hundreds (or is it thousands?) of beautiful photos.
If you’re thinking of going to Africa, Tanzania is a great place to visit. The country has done a remarkable job of setting aside land for parks so that the animals can move freely around the country. And when you go to Tanzania, use Ecological Wilderness Adventures as your safari company. They will work with you to develop an itinerary that gives you an opportunity to visit the Africa you have dreamed of and they will tailor the days to make your safari a wonderful experience.
Now we’re just waiting for some other friend to say they want to go to Africa so we have an excuse to return.
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Une semaine de safari inoubliable organisée par Safari Expeditions!
Nous avons demandé à Justin qui dirige Safari Expédition de nous organiser 6 jours de safari car nous venions rendre visite à notre fils bénévole á Arusha.
Le programme était parfait, parc Manyara, Serengeti, cratère du ngorongoro et Tarangire pour finir.
Notre guide parlait très bien français et repérait le moindre animal le long de la piste!
Nous avons assisté á des scènes incroyables: 3 guépards chassant, léopard tuant une gazelle quasiment au pied de notre voiture, bain des éléphants....on a même vu un rhinocéros!
Les logements étaient top: nrorongoro Farm house, Taki Taki tented camp ( le luxe en tente au cœur du Serengeti, magique!), Rhino Lodge et pour finir l'incroyable Maramboï camp au bord du lac Manyara...alors la on croyait rêver....piscine et terrasse sur pilotis avec vue sur le lac, bungalow au mur de toiles immenses donnant sur la savanes.
Bref un voyage magnifique qui restera gravé dans nos mémoires!
TR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
it was very nice.
we took the 3 days mikumi tour. Stayed at TanSwiss lodge.
Our Guide Nesto was very very talented, had a very good knowledge about the park and the animals, explained us everything in details, also showed everything from his books. and also a very good driver and guide.
he was always on time, always friendly and respectful.
we had a very great adventure and left with all the good memories.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Personal service
Clear prompt communication, satisfied the brief, provided sensible advice and excellent destination recommendations. Would use again.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great Safari
Thank you for facilitating my safari well in Kenya. I appreciate all your efforts to take me through wonderful places . Kudos for not having any hidden charges. I recommend you to all safari people , thanks.
George Magak
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Absolutely wonderful
We stayed in Matemwe Retreat for six nights at the start of our honeymoon and could not have loved it more. Our butler George was brilliant and was always there for everything we needed and more. He made a special effort to arrange dinners and lunches in different locations around the retreat and lodge; but also gave us plenty of privacy. The villa itself is everything you need: spacious, extremely comfortable, wonderful roof top pool and relaxation area (this may be the best part of the villa). There is a wonderful outside relaxation area downstairs, the bed is comfortable and the towels and linen are good quality. The Retreat also catered really well for my vegan wife; and although the food was simple it was ideal for a hot beach holiday and on the evenings when we ate at the main lodge, George and the chef were very careful to ensure that there was delicious food for her. I cannot recommend the Retreat enough - it is a perfect honeymoon location and we loved every minute.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A very reactive agency
I spent one week with my husband with one of the guides from Wild Expeditions Uganda. Before the trip, Henry the manager provided me all the information needed. During the trip, we were really happy to have a fantastic guide/driver who was really safe (very important in Uganda!).
We visited Bwindi (the gorillas), the lake Mutanda and spent one day with the Pygmies. Despite the price (which is the case with all the travel agencies in Uganda), I can only recommand Wild Expeditions.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Affordable yet memorable safari
Back of Africa Adventure offered an exciting and memorable experience for me and my wife. It was was an affordable and amazing safari. They took us on a one week tour at the Maasai Mara and the driver cum guide were very friendly and knowledgeable. We did not experience any hitch on the way; we left on time; arrived on time and we were on time to catch our flight back to Rwanda.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything fantastic, our tour leader was amazing, we get more than our expectation.
Communication was good, also everything was fantastic, thanks for everything.
Please do not send me any information regarding holidays, if I need your help I will contact you, thank you for your understanding.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
me and My wife James Singila VIsited Zanzibar for 3 Nights in Double Tree Nungwi Resort
The JJ tours and Safari Staff Team where so friendly towards us
Quick to respond and the expectation was so awesome
the Staff went extra mile in making sure that the airport pick was on time