DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible people and country
We are a family of four (two almost adult kids) and it was our first visit to Tanzania. We first spent three days in Daressalam and visited the National museum and went to Slipway shopping center which is quite touristic but nevertheless a wonderful location next to the sea and worth a visit. What we really enjoyed is visiting the Village museum. Here you get an impression on how people traditionally life. It is a place with a lot of trees and green, we were also lucky to see very fine dance and theatre performances there. In any case don't miss a visit to the museums' restaurant - it is super!
The country is very lovely with huge national parks and wildlife. Through Safari Bookings we chose Smile with us tours for a five day safari to Mikumi National Park, Udzungwa Mountains and Nyerere National Park. These parks are not as popular as Serengeti, so for a lot of the time you are alone or just with very few other cars in the park. It was incredible well organized and people are friendly and helpful with nice accommodations and so tasty food.
After the safari we went to Zanzibar and spent 10 days there. We enjoyed very much to be in locally owned hotels and did do a lot of nice little trips on our own. It is not difficult to find a guide and driver who is showing you around. We did snorkeling, visited a spice farm, did go to different beaches and of course visited stone town, I recommend to spend at least three days for this beautiful and vibrant city.
Tanzania is a wonderful country doing a lot of things right. For example to ban plastic bags. They also do a great job with the national parks trying to preserve and protect nature. The country is save, it is easy to get around with English, as a tourist you feel very welcome. We loved it and I can recommend Tanzania 100%
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Last minute trip organized to perfection
We read on the internet it would be better to wait until we arrive in Tanzania to book our tour as it could be considerably cheaper. Upon arrival, it was easy to find all these cheap companies trying to sell us their tours. Most of them didn't seem trustful at all. We decided to go to the hotel, rest a little bit and then search for a tour operator. We chose It Started in Africa as it comes highly recommended everywhere. We also contacted other top tour operators but the price was better with It Started in Africa and the answers were always prompt and professional. We are very glad because we had an amazing time in Tanzania, they organized our lodge safari with just 2 days notice, and all went smooth with a great car, guide and accommodation. Definitely an extremely reliable tour operator.
One of the best parks in Kenya to get up close with the wildlife
Easily accessible from Nairobi, Hell's Gate NP is a must for any visitor in Kenya. Bike past herds of Zebra before hiking through the Hells Gate Canyon.
A great family day out.
Excellent and very professional company
We took the four days Maasai mara road safari from Nairobi; Swift Safari and stayed at the Mara Serena Safari Lodge. The experience was beyond anything we have ever done. The atmosphere very cozy and intimate, our guide was superb, food delicious, and the game viewing was awesome. I got to fulfill my dream, to see a pack of lions hunt! Memories of spectacular sun downers over the Masai mara will stay etched in our minds forever.
Many thanks to all at Swift Travel for making our dream come true.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Highly Recommend!
This is my second time back to Tanzania with Tanganyika Ancient Routes. I would highly recommend them if you are planning a trip there! This time I went with a large group, everything was set up for us and any personal accomodations were taken into account. The food was great! The drivers were safe and reliable! The safari guides were knowledgable and awesome as spotting animals! I had such a great experience with the Hadzabe tribe, on the safari and throughout the cities. If and when I go back to Tanzania I will definitely go with Tanganyika Ancient Routes!!!
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
Everything was well organized, great accommodation and the safaris, especially good lunch in the bush
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CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing service
I had a hustle free trip thanks to itendsinafrica, the agent acting on their behalf made sure my vacation schedule was well planned, on time and I had a really amazing time . I didn't have to worry about hotel bookings flight details, cab and chauffeur services Etc because these guys did it all for me. If I'm ever back in Uganda, I'll be sure to look you guys up again.
I travelled to Mweya Safari Lodge, a couple of Kilimeters from Kampala the Capital. . This place is incredible. Quiet,clean and incredible food. The service was impeccable. Coffee on the patio on our last morning there couldn't have been nicer. The owner made it a point to connect with every guest at every meal to make sure all was well. Also, we were met at the door upon arrival with a cold cloth to clean up with and a glass of mango juice to quench our thirst. Would very much recommend this as a great place to stay
NZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely excellent, everybody was extremely friendly and I thoroughly enjoyed my time with them.
The communications were great, very clear and precise. The service was awesome, especially the food. The tour was well organised as I spent some time getting to know the Bunyonyi and Kabale area. The time I spent with Richard and Charles was fantastic and they were very friendly and extremely accommodating.
JP
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beautiful scenery and animals. And the dignified Big 5.
Sukukuza is a convenient camp with shops and lots of people.
Malelane is a camp where we can feel the quiet nature with no shops and few people. Also, the accommodations at Malelane Satellite Camp were clean and very comfortable. We also saw shooting stars at night.
We stayed 2 nights in Sukukuza and 1 night in Malelane and were able to complete the Big 5. Thank you to game drivers Mornay and Opa.
We would like to thank Wade from Endless Summer Tours for all of the arrangements for Johannesburg, including preparing the meals and providing airport transfers.
Safaris are generally safe, and we should have some coins to use the restrooms at gas stations along the way to Johannesburg.
Game drives in open vehicles early in the morning or during rain can be quite cold, so warm clothing is recommended.
In Cape Town, we had Danny from Beyond Africa Safaris & Tours guide us for a day. Thanks to his very thoughtful suggestions and planning, we were able to visit the main spots efficiently, even on New Year's Eve, the busiest day.
The views from Chapman's Peak Drive are most recommended and the most beautiful.
We also had a lot of fun getting a sense of the local atmosphere by purchasing souvenirs at the Green Market.
Thank you so much Danny. We want to see you again.
CH
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Warm country and people. It's a real pleasure to travel and stop there
We participated in a 6 day safari. Each destination brought great satisfaction and appropriate camps and places of rest and overnight stays.