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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, cheap and very friendly staff.
I was travelling alone to Arusha and had only few days there and really wanted to attend a safari trip and they arranged the safari very well for me according to my limited time. I am very happy with the safari and I saw even more than was promised and the driver and the cook were nice with good food. The driver was well known about the animals and was interested in the safari as well and he was the one that always found the animals first and then all the other drivers came to our place. We had the chance too see many of the animals very close and got to know very much about them.
The director was very friendly and professional. He helped me a lot with the planning, the airport pick up and my last night stay in Arusha and was always looking care of me. I would definitely recommend the Oltumure Tours & Safaris. They are cheaper than other companies and better!
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
a great trip in a beautiful country
We had a great trip with Grassroots Safari to Mikumi,Sanje Falls and down to Selous Game Reserve. Everything was well organized and gave us a good impression about this beautiful country, its people and the great wildlife.
Thanks to Fikiri for joining us on this great experience and sharing his knowledge with us.
US
Amazing experience and was able to see the Big 5.
The tour guide was amazing and very knowledgeable about the bush and the animals.
UY
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
it was an excellent experience
Everything was wonderfull,all the peolple that worh was very nice
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded my expectations !
I was worried because March is the beginning of rainy season, but it was amazing we saw the migration literally 1000s of wildebeest and zebras. Our guide China was amazing, he was a very good driver and very professional and informative. We did 4days 3 nights and saw at least 3 of the big 5 each day. We got much closer to the animals than I was expecting. We camped and it nicer than some of the KOAs I’ve stayed at, the bathrooms were a pleasant surprise(clean and surprisingly all handicap assessable). The food was very good and plentiful. We had an amazing time.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful Time with Elkan Safaris!
Elkan Safaris lived up to all of our Safari expectations! Payment was simple and straightforward. We payed part before hand and the rest when we arrived. Victor went out of his way to pick us up from the airport and ensure we made it to our hotel safely. He also accommodated us in a wonderful hotel before and after the Safari which was so generous of him. Our Safari guide, Omar, was extremely knowledgeable and friendly! The 5-day Safari was a truly unforgettable experience and we saw way more than we ever expected to see! I am truly thankful for everything Elkan Safaris did for us both during our Safari as well as afterwards. Every step of the way making sure that we enjoyed ourselves and experienced everything we wanted to experience!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Low cost but interesting
I was in a budget safari but it was not so comfortable, not electricity even at night, very poor and bad packedlunch, not a window for everybody, not a lot of interest of the driver/guide, but even that I enjoyed my stay
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65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A fabulous 8-day safari to Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Oldupai Gorge, Serengeti, and Arusha
My family and I just returned from a 8-day safari to Tanzania, scheduled by Awaken To Africa. What a trip! This was my fifth African safari, though first in Tanzania, and my first with Awaken to Africa.
We arrived in Tanzania from the U.S. via Amsterdam, where we were met by Farida who quickly got us through the visa formalities. We then began our week-long journey wth Steven, our guide and friend.
All in all, Grace at Awaken to Africa put together the total package: just enough comfort while still camping, great food, great places, and the secret weapon: Steven our guide. We all hit it off so well for the whole week. He saw things while driving, that I couldn't see even on my telephoto lens. Besides his extensive knowledge of wildlife of all kinds, he's just a lovely guy and a great dinner partner. By the time we left, it was like seeing off an old friend, which he became over the week. The whole week was as great as it could have been: photographs and memories for a lifetime.
Grace selected great lodges and camping facilities in Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. At Ngorongoro Crater at the Rhino Lodge, we found a large elephant just off our back porch. Saw lots of wildlife (black rhino), both in the crater and out the back door of our Rhino Lodge rooms.
Drive to Oldupai was rough but the Gorge itself fascinating. The Serengeti was noteworthy for its beauty, great weather, a magical leopard encounter, and a similar lion encounter. The Serengeti Angkata Camp staff were unbelievable: very hard working and customer focused. (My personal favorite site).
Back in Arusha after a flight from Seronera, Grace scheduled a great lunch at River House and Shanga, which were another huge hit with my guys. Shanga is a project employing handicapped people making very desirable crafts, on the lovely grounds (no pun intended) of a former coffee plantation. Grace scheduled a day room to clean up prior to our flights back to Amsterdam for a day before proceding back to the U.S.
As we were sitting in the Amsterdam sun, drinking Amstels, we reflected on our favorite parts, places to stay, etc. Interestingly, all 4 of us had different favorite momements, different camps, etc.
Grace put together the total package: just enough comfort while still camping, great food, and great places. The whole week was as great as it could have been: photographs and memories for a lifetime.
I couldn't recommend her more highly.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari