TH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best you can get from safari tour in Tanzania !!!
June is the beginning of the high season where we can enjoy the game drives without encountering too many tourist while it is too early for the big migration. Overall, the weather was pretty nice. It rained for just one day with slightly cool temperature though the sunlight could be a bit strong at mid day. Of course we were excited when we travelled to Serengeti and witnessed how vast it is. Serengeti was in idylic setting where the grasses and the bushes were golden and greenish contrasted with either vibrantly blue or stormy sky. So, apart from taking photo of wild animals, it is fascinating for landscape photography as well.
We were surprised that the accomodations were decent and comfortable with quality of food and other services going beyond expectation. It was such a good feeling when you can still take a hot shower in the middle of no where in Serengeti hearing the howling hyenas at the same time. The portion for lunch box is quite big and could be dull when you have them for the seventh straight days. The quality of the lunch box is normally mediocre with a lot of carbs. As for the safari vehicle was of good condition, clean and safe. We made a right decision to travel in a group of 4 people having other 2 seats available for putting our bags and photography equipment.
What we like most about this trip is our guide, Nickson, from Savannah Explorers. We appreciate his kindness, politeness and extensive knowledge of the wildlife. He spoke English well and took into account what we needed during the trip. He was flexible while managed to control the daily schedules, and he did not hesitate to request us to do him a favor by leaving early, like 6 a.m., so that we would not miss anything like the scenic sunrise or the only black rhino we encountered during our last game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. Of course, we saw all of the African Big 5. We believe that we got almost every highlight during the trip, so we couldn't be any happier ticking off our bucket list. As we had a really great time in Tanzania, we will definitely recommend Nickson and Savannah Exploreres to our Thai friends.
BR
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience!!!!!
Our experience in South Africa was remarkable. The silence of savana, the sunset and the wild life are spectacular. In addition, we were received by a very experient and lovely team from the "Wild Planet Safari company". They offered to us very comfortable camps, good food, very good explanation about wild life and total security. We totally recommend this experience.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely fantastic, Ingrid our Agent, what an amazing job she did putting our itinerary together.
This trip lived up to and beyond our expectations, it so perfectly organised, and the Safari were amazing, could not speak more highly of our dealings with this company.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
High quality budget safari!
This safari starts with the contact to the owner of the company, Michael. Michael is a very nice guy who will do anything to make sure his customers will get the best possible experience. Everything from answering your mails the same day, making sure your arrival and stay in Arusha is as good as it can be and even to make sure you will get safely back to the airport by helping arrange transportation. When he found out some customers were annoyed with the early prayers at a mosque close to the accommodation he used, he moved it to another location without any question.
The actual safari was beautiful! The guide (Deco) was great at spotting the animals and we saw them all! He was never in a hurry, he let us have all the time we needed and he also seemed to enjoy finding the animals. He was there because he liked the wildlife as well, not because of us. The cook made great food as well and there was plenty of it!
The car we drove was an old worrier, who luckily survived yet another adventure. We saw many cars broken down at the side of the road, especially at the end of our 5 day journey, but we didn't have any major problems.
The campsites have what you need and some of them more, so you can rest and get ready for the next day.
I was positively surprised by the quality Northen Circuit Adventure could provide in any way, since this is a budget safari.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The trip to trek for gorillas is completely worth the time and money to go!
We had a quick trip with Africa Tours Adventure to go Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest. We had a very good guide who drove us from Entebbe to Bwindi, which is an 8 hour trip. We stopped at the equator and shopped (which is a great place to barter). We had outstanding lodging arranged for us at Bakiga Lodge and at Birdnest Resort and loved the experience hiking with the gorillas. We were glad to take this trip while we were in shape since the hiking is very challenging.
EG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had a blast
From the minute my family and I stepped foot in Tanzania we were greeted with smiles from the immigration officials and the smiles never stopped from everyone we met until our departure.
We were lucky that we picked this time of year to visit as the rainy season just ended, the whole place was green and the weather was just perfect.
Our tour operator "Amos" made all the arrangements for us to be picked up from the airport by our amazing guide "Thomas", transferred to Selous game reserve, lodge arrangements and the safari trips in Selous.
The least I could say about the lodge is that it was a beautiful stay in well equipped cabins nested in the forest, most helpful and friendly staff, freshly prepared meals to our taste with attention to every need we had. And most of all we felt very safe.
We lost track of time during the following 3 days where we took the river boat ride, game reserve drive and the guided forest walk.
It was the most amazing experience seeing all kinds of animals in their natural habitat.. Elephants, Giraffes, Wildebeests, Impalas, Hippos, Crocodiles, Zebras, and a whole bunch of animals that I cannot even name.
Definitely a trip to repeat.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Soul of Tanzania provided an awesome safari with an experienced, knowledgeable guide!
Soul of Tanzania provided me with an experience of a lifetime. I went expecting to see some animals and beautiful scenery. I left with so much more! Erasto, my guide, was so knowledgeable and willing to teach me about the animals and their habitat. He made sure I saw all of the animals I wanted (the big 5, the ugly 5, the forgotten 5). I did not expect that I would walk away from the safari with so much knowledge!
Soul of Tanzania took great care of me while I was on safari. I stayed in beautiful hotels that were convenient to get to after a long day of game drives. The food was incredible - both at the hotels and on the picnics during the day. I am a vegetarian (and a picky eater), and I was full after every meal.
Erasto was not only a great guide, but he was a wonderful driver. He was very respectful of the animals, but he always made sure I could get a good view or a great photo without upsetting the animals. They carried on with their business despite our presence. He navigated the less than forgiving roads with care. We passed many broken down jeeps on our journey, but I felt confident that we would not meet that same fate. Erasto also seemed to be highly respected by the other drivers, so I felt like I had the best experience.
If you are going on safari, definitely use Soul of Tanzania to organize your trip. If you are lucky, you'll get Erasto as your guide!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Well arranged holiday to Zanzibar and safari in Tanzania.
We had a wonderful holiday which was organized by Afroriginal. All arranged accommodations were just perfect.
The service and communications were good. If there was any change, and there were some changes in flight schedules of the not so precise PrecisionAir, we were kept informed by Afroriginal.
We had a driver/guide who was not so talkative, however he knew very much about wildlife. So if we asked questions we got a lot of information from him.
The parcs, Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro, were absolutely stunning and very diverse.
All was absolutely living up to expectations.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
epic solo two day safari at Mikumi Nat'l Park
My trip was once in a lifetime I thoroughly enjoyed the scenery I saw elephants giraffes zebras and Paula's baboons hippos, birds, and water buffalo. I will be back for Lions. Mikumi National Park was a gem and a treasure. Gecko Adventures was great and would definately recommend them. my guides was professional the lodge was accommodating. The food was great at camp Sebastian. This trip was everything that I expected.
