50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything I imagined
Being a solo and independent traveller I had a few requirements for my safari choices when on Safari bookings.com and Fantastic Safaris kept coming up in my searchs. Solo traveller, any day start, price, sights and itinerary which were high on my list. I started the process of booking and payment which was all easily done by email/online and confirmed. Once in Tanzania before my trip, I was contacted to confirm things once again. Once on safari everything was handled really well. Great transportation with a very interesting and knowledgeable guide, our own cook with great meals and awesome sights of animals, scenery along with everything I imagined safari in the Serengiti to be. I would use Fantastic Safaris again if I had the opportunity of going on safari again.
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beware of cheaters! In particular Yoeni Japheth . Safari was terrible
Bad! Poor execution and under-delivery of what has been agreed and paid for are my two biggest pain-points with drive tanzania ltd. Even if the company had provided as advertised, I would still not recommend it due to poor overall service (last-minute arrangement and changes), lack of tour briefing (we have to ask what's going on all the time) and the tour guides are not helpful.
So the whole impression was very bad, they were trying to deceive us every time they got a chance. So thank you, Yoeni Japheth for the spoilt safari and first impression about Tanzania. You're not even think for the future, I told you that if we'd love the safari we'd definitely go with your company fot the northern curcuit. And thanks God we found another great company with honest and pleasant people working there who changed our opinion to the country and people. We went back home absolutely satisfied and pleased. Tanzania is amazing!
We have all scans, documents, photos, programs, witnesses to prove my words. So, guys, be aware of that company and Yoeni Japheth . Actually we can even bring an action for the court, because they rendered their service not loke it was claimed in the contract and forced us to pay more money cheating us with accommodation.
IL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Everything was superb!
This was our second time with Safari With Us. We traveled to Madikwe Reserve and Kurula Lodge in the Greater Kruger. Everything - organization, logistics, accommodation, drives and animals was fantastically efficient and great. I would recommend Safari With US to anyone for great African experience.
TR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Trip, Great Guide
We booked customized private 5-days Safari tour (Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru). Maggie was very helpful and respond quickly to my mails when planning out trip. The price is very reasonable compare to other tour operators. The safari experience was perfect and it was beyond our expectations thanks to our guide Jackson. He did his best to show us the wildlife close as possible. He gave us lots of information about animals, wildlife, national parks and Kenya. He was very knowledgeable and courteous. I think the guide is the key element of Safari experience. And we were lucky that we had Jackson as a guide. I strongly recommend Tekko Tours and especially Jackson for your Safari journeys.
CZ
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Benson Safaris Tanzania can be described in 3 words - friendly, helpful and professional ;)
Professional, willing and helpful staff. We´ ve enjoyed every moment ;)
Thank you!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Honeymoon Safari - Uganda
My husband and I travelled to Uganda for our honeymoon in September 2018. Our tour was set up with Vivid Safari. Mariam (the owner) was extremely professional and understood exactly what we wanted from our trip, ensuring we made the most of our time in Uganda. We would highly recommend our driver and tour guide Hannington - he was extremely informative whilst on our game drives, spoke excellent English and we managed to see lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, buffaloes (various types), hippos, antelopes (various types) and a wide range of birds including the national bird of Uganda. We also went Chimpanzee and Gorilla trekking which was incredible. Hannington is very well respected amongst the tour guides in Uganda and due to his extensive network we were able to see even the rarest of animals. Vivid Safaris had informed all our lodges prior to our stay that it was our honeymoon and each place had arranged a wonderful surprise - cakes and even a private candlelit dinner outside our room. The food and all the accommodation Vivid Safari arranged was of the highest standards. Hannington made sure we were happy throughout our stay and went above and beyond for us. We couldn't have asked for a better tour company in Vivid Safaris or for a better tour guide in Hannington. We will be recommending Vivid to all our family and friends. In addition, in Hannington we found a tour guide for life and with Vivid offering tours in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda we will be sure to book again to guarantee a fantastic, well organised and spectacular holiday! If you are thinking of a safari in Africa, I would recommend booking directly with Vivid Safaris, the team is the best and they really do take care of you in every way possible. You will not regret it.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best Adventure Safari.
I did two days of private safari in Mikumi National park and I was very satisfied. I saw all the big five but the leopard. El who is my guide was quick in getting in finding the animals and a good spot for viewing. Trust me, it gets so crowded and because most of us are doing this probaly once in our lifetime, you wanna have the best vantage view point- El is good in finding those spots. Another thing that I want to mention is how they had treated me as a member of their family. They drove me from Morogoro to Dar es salaam (about 4.5 hours) and helped me find a hotel. They also stayed with me and helped in Boating issue From Dar es salaam to Zanzibar. To me, that is a good value you should be looking when choosing for a tour guide- one that really takes care of it's client. Best Adventure ever!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Family Safari Adventure.
I had a family safari, with my wife and two young teenagers. It was great fun and everything we hoped. I worked closely with Martha over the internet to organise the details. I found her very reliable and willing to get back to me quickly and to help me clarify details of the itinerary. I was able to specify the types of accomodation and vehicle and food requirements. She sent me links to websites etc so i knew we were talking about the same things. Our safari was amazing for seeing the animals, experiencing the Masai Boma and the Hadzabe tribe at Lake Eyasi. We visited the Manyara, Trangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater over eight days. Our driver, 'Good Luck', was happy, friendly and a very safe driver. He helped us with what to expect during the visits to different places. He was great on the game drives at finding out what animals were around and got us into good spots to see them up close. Our 13 year old son especially enjoyed laughing and joking with him. Experiencing Africa any time is pretty full on, Martha and 'Good Luck' helped us do it comfortably and confidently. Thanks Guys!
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic bucket list adventure!
We found Makaska through another couple who had toured with them. We found them fast, reliable and efficient in responding. They understood our needs re: the safari and it met all our wishes. Fredrick our tour guide was excellent. He was very passionate about his wildlife and was willing to share all his knowledge. His driving skills were superb, as well as safety concerns at all times. He was not one to go off reading as some guides did. His main trait was his wonderful personality. We were able to share lots of stories and laughter. We highly recommend Makasa and Frederick as your guide.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A wonderful adventure excellently arranged by Ines
We just returned from our adventure in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana . The hotels and guesthouses were wonderful. The safari in Botswana was better than we imagined with unbelievable service at every establishment. Everything Ines helped us plan went like clockwork. We have already given her name to two of our friends and we are looking forward to working with her on our next adventure. Thanks for the great job.