IT
Trip of a lifetime
I spent 10 days in Tanzania, first doing a safari in Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti (both absolutely mind blowing!), then spending a few relaxing days in Zanzibar. The whole tour was taken care of by Tomodachi Tours. I praise their organisation, flexibility and deep friendliness. The head tour guide Joseph was with the group for the whole time and it was special to have such a knowledgeable man talk us through local traditions, costumes, facts, etc. A+!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best safari guide and tour ever! It is a must!
Chabo was the best safari I've EVER been on! Ernest took very good care of us making sure that we saw everything in the park. He is a local guy with a huge arsenal of expertise. His english is great and is very knowledgeable. I found it to be the best investment I made on my trip to africa.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Respectable Southern Circuit Safari
Day 1
• trip to Selous (lunch enroute)
• 2 hour boat ride outside the Selous GR
• sunset, crocodiles, hippos, birds, life along the river
• Accommodation in Hippo-Camp: basic, staff is friendly and endeavour, not everything perfect, nice view to Rufiji River
Day 2
• 2 h Morning-Walk outside the Selous GR
• animal tracks, birds and flora
• Game Drive in Selous GR from Mtemere gate with 24-hour permit (to Day 3 at 10:00)
• Guide is endeavor and with the necessary local knowledge
• lions, elephants, buffalos, zebras, giraffes, antelopes ....
Day 3
• drive in Selous GR by Mtemere gate to Matambwe gate with 24-hour permit to 10:00
• only short stops for Game Viewing
• from Matambwe Gate it comes a scenic drive through the Uluguru Mountains to Morogoro (stop for lunch), fantastic views and insights into the normal country life
• continue through the Mikumi NP for Tan Swiss Lodge
(Swiss owner, well-managed mid-range lodge, comfortable air-conditioned room, good food)
Day 4
• drive to the Udzungwa Mountains (90 min.)
• hike with local guide
• waterfall, great views, natural swimming pool
Day 5
• safari in Mikumi NP, full day, only north of the Highway possible
• guide with the required local knowledge
• leopard, lion, elephant, buffalo, zebras, giraffes, antelopes ....
Day 6
• return to Dar
• Option: Snake Park
Conclusion
• solid / respectable tour in the field Budget / Mid Range
• no obvious organizational weaknesses, professional consultation with the Management
• driver / guide safely, vehicle in order
• Note: Tour 6 days including 3 days GR / NP (Permit)
• price-performance okay
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect trip! Wonderful experience! Thank you Richard and Moses!
To travel with Karumuna turned from traveling with a tour operator to traveling with friends. We had a wonderful trip. Professionally organised, earlyer than punctual, reliable, friendly, ready to customise to the clients wishes or help in any problem that occurs during the trip... one of the budget friendliest operators i could find. Attentive to the beauty of nature and animals even during transfers, not only on the specific game drives. Very safe driving. Good choice of lodge. Perfect trip! Wonderful experience! Thank you Richard and Moses!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Rwenzori Nature Adventure following the beginning of the Bukurungu Trail
RRHA did a very good job to customise the trip to our interests and fitness! From the first answer to our inquiry and during the trip, they were always concerned to make us meet our goal. We wanted to see the fabulous mountain flora of Rwenzori. It took us 2 days to reach the zone of giant lobelia. The nature up there is so beautiful, next time we should add one more day, just to stay and move around in this zone.
We were 2 clients, and 7 Porters carried the material for the groups upkeep during the 4 1/2 days trip. 2 guides of RRHA stayed with us during the hikes and an UWA Ranger. The cook made the group of 13 people complete.
Augusto is a professional cook, serving us varied, delicious and nutricious meals. At the meals he provides hot water for tea, coffee etc.
We usually had to ask ourselves about the next water source to make sure we refill our bottles, drink enough during the day and have some water left for brushing teeth.
In village restaurants we got used of beeing offered water to wash hands before eating. On the mountain, you have to care yourself for your hygiene.
The guides answerd many questions about the plants, were patient for foto breaks and adjusted to our speed of hiking.
Porters seemed to be not so experienced in tightening the tent, which we used to improve ourselves. But they built a new open air toilet wherever we reached. Toilets hidden from the camp, but with marvelous views :-D Generally they were hardworking, friendly and helpful, although we couldn't speak their language Lukonzo. But they were ready to teach us some.
The path we used seemed to be cut out freshly out of the djungel and bushes, making the hike a real nature adventure. The campsites chozen were in beautiful places, with great views and/or surrounding.
As the clients we were given privacy of our tent placed in a distance from the others, but we were also welcome at the fireplace enjoing the warmth of the fire and the "group feeling".
Although we didn't have a lot of rain on our trip, most of the hike we used rubber boots. Maybe next time we will leave the hiking shoes at home. But don't underestimate the cold temperatures. Even on lower altitudes it can get cold in the evenings. It doesn't need gloves, but thermal cloth and a warm hat covering the ears are nice. Also useful is an isolating mat to sit on during the meals.
To have a good preparation of the trip, it is worth to ask back on questions about the packing list, and the detailed programm of arrival and departure day; About how and when to reach where. On our arrival day we got surprised by a first hike of 2 hours. Which was nice, but we were not aware of, und just by luck we reached early enough.
Generally all staff of RRHA did their job well. Whenever you miss something, ask as early as possible.
An inconvenience occured about how to pay the bill. Finally we payd in cash at the office on the day of starting the trip.
PT
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic
Fantastic is the word
I am not good writing in English
But if we ( all 5 from my family,from 15 to 70 years old)say we need to return,
we tell you all.
The guide , the people we speak, the facilities, the views ,the resorts and off course
the animals.
IT WAS THE TRYP.
Thank you Farouk and all in resorts than care us
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic safari to the migration.
Christopher Samwell owner of " I dreamed of Africa" organized an unforgettable safari experience for our family of four. We did a tour from Arusha over the Serengeti to the Mara river to view the migration, we visited lake Manyara, Ngorongoro crater and Taragire national park as well.
We arranged everything by email. Christopher reacted always very fast and had good suggestions for the tour. We booked a 11 day safari with lodges and tentedcamps. Everything was organized perfect, even better as expected! The decision to do business with a local Tanzanian company worked out perfect.
During safari we experienced what more then 25 years guide means. Christopher speaks very well English, is a keen game spotter, even when diving he sees animals that we didn't noticed at all. He knows the Parks as the back of his hand and has knowledge of animals and their behavior. Above all Christopher is pleasant travel company.
I recommend Christopher as a fantastic guide and reliable touroperator. I am sure he can arrange the best safari whatever your budget is.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Safari in Ruaha Natural Park
The safari for the Ruaha is very advisable. Our guide is a good connoisseur of the park and an excellent driver.
IL
excellent company
very good company with great crew,great places and good prices
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular climbs of Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru
My daughter, my niece, and I spent 11 days with Safari Infinity on treks to the summit of these two great mountains. It was by-far the best holiday we have ever had. I can say unequivocally that we were the best treated trekkers on either mountain and by a large margin. Our guides were experienced, knowledgeable, prepared for anything, and focused on us as clients meeting our objective and having a great time. The food was terrific, our support team was unmatched and each day was a new, exciting, and enjoyable discovery. I can give my highest recommendations to the entire Safari Infinity team. If you want to have a remarkable climbing experience, have a great chance of success, and enjoy each day as the best you've ever had, then use Safari Infinity for your Tanzanian trekking experience.