50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Lake Mburo National Park by Stuart
This is a lovely Savannah Park. Lots of wildlife, especially hippos
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Informative. Personal. Unforgettable.
From the moment Antoine, our safari guide, drove up to our hotel in Arusha to the moment he dropped us off again, we were engrossed in the safari experience. He and his protege were so well informed about the geography, the flora and fauna, and the history of the places we passed or stayed.
We drove with them to the Ngorongoro Crater and did a one day safari. We saw a lion hunt with commentary from our guides as to the reasons for certain methods the lions employed. We saw countless zebras, wildebeasts, and flamingos. We encountered elephants taking dirt baths; ostriches grazing on the plains; hyenas sharing prey at lunch time. We even saw a white rhino, apparently a very rare occurrence, cross the road in front of our vehicle. Cheetahs, kori bustards, hippos. Name it, we saw it. And we were informed all along the way about each of these animals and their relationship to the geography and to the other species in the area.
On top of seeing and learning about all of these amazing creatures that we would only otherwise have seen in a zoo, our experience with our guides was very special and something I will never forget. Antoine is a warm, friendly man who will put you at ease in a place so foreign to most, my travel partner and myself included. His English is excellent, and he has a firm understanding of what makes Tanzania a magical place to visit or to live. It's obvious he loves his job and was born to do it. I will always consider him my kaka, my brother.
I would strongly urge anyone with the chance to take a safari with him or with anyone at Open Africa Safaris. It is a highly impactful life experience.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Flora & Fauna at its best!
Amazing trip! Best for kids. Masai Mara Safari & Carnivore Restaurant is a must visit.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Tarangire National Park by rick harner photo
Tarangire is known for it's numerous elephant populations and bird species diversity. The area also has a wide variety of mammal species most abundant include baboon, impala, waterbuck, giraffe, and warthog. Over 150 species of birds can be observed in a single day by even the novice birder. Lion, leopard and cheetah are present but may not be observed daily. A stay of 3 days is minimal. I rate this park excellent for wildlife photography.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exciting experience! Beyond the expectations!
My family and I loved our 14 days self drive round trip. We travelled from Windhoek to Kalahari desert , Namib desert, Damaraland, swakopmund, etosha national park and other private reserves.
Spectacular locations! Great emotions!
Safe country and very very kind people
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Serengeti National Park by rick harner photo
The Serengeti is a large park and must not be missed. During the Wildebeest/Zebra migration of February and March, 2 million Wildebeest and Zebra are present. Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Hyena, Jackal are the main predators. The area boasts a wide variety of mammal and Bird species. A stay of five days in different areas is minimal. I rate this park Excellent for wildlife photography.
BG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing nature, trip of a lifetime
We had a great trip organized by Apodiformes Adventures, visiting 3 different parks in Kenya. Wildlife is absolutely amazing, unbelievable views and experiences. Will remember it for always!
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65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Ngorongoro Crater by rick harner photo
The abundance of wildlife amazing. Numerous antelope species are easily observed. Four of the Big Five can be observed including Lion, Elephant, Rhino and Buffalo. It should be a must destination when within Tanzania and most species can be seen easily in 2 days. I rate this park Excellent for wildlife photography.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Lake Manyara National Park by rick harner photo
The lake level is continually being depleted for agricultural interests and as such the ability to see hippo, flamingos and other water reliant species are being diminished. This park can be bypassed if on a tight schedule and/or budget. I rate this park Fair for wildlife photography.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Monkeying about in Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park is a small park close to the town of Arusha and Kilimanjaro Airport. While it boasts a rich variety of wildlife, you shouldn't expect the same game-viewing experience you will find in other national parks of Tanzania's northern circuit. It does have numerous black-and-white colobus monkey which are easily visible and are not found in the other parks. Common animals include giraffe, buffalo, zebra, bushbuck and warthog. In the northeast, the shallow alkaline Momella Lakes provide habitat for numerous species of water birds including Lesser and Greater Flamingo. Forest birds require work to see but experienced birders may be rewarded for their efforts. This park can be by-passed if on a tight schedule and or budget. I rate thes park Poor for wildlife photography.