CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Tanzania Safari: Serengeti Wonders and Ngorongoro's Majesty
My family and I recently embarked on a 7-day safari adventure through Tanzania, exploring the breathtaking Serengeti and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. We witnessed a breathtaking lion pride hunt. The guide is very professional, who helps us collect all the "big five".
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Super Reliable, Honest, Professional
5 Star Safari!! From start to finish, all aspects of Meru Slopes was excellent. Gift Tembo was very responsive & timely in all our planning & payment communications. He even came to our final hotel in Arusha to hear first hand from us our experience & review. He asked for ways to improve as well. Since we were 100% satisfied, we could not offer any improvements.
Our safari guide & driver, Douglas, is an amazing guide with many years of experience in Tanzanian wildlife & parks. He is an exceptionally safe driver - we always felt comfortable & confident in the Land Cruiser. Every morning we found the truck to be clean & well serviced - so important on those rough, dusty roads of the parks.
We loved hearing his stories about the wildlife & Tanzanian culture - he was able to answer every question, providing a rich & informative experience. We especially loved that he shared his personal stories about his life & family - it made us feel that he trusted us too. He has the most wonderful smile & cheerful attitude. He worked so hard all day with only our interests in mind. We felt his joy as he experienced our's. Also - he is very friendly & we could see the friendship he shared with the other guides. This was important for us as the guides are thus willing to share the location of wildlife in the parks.
Douglas is an incredible guide, so amazing to just watch how he approached the wildlife. He knows the wildlife behavior so well that we watched in awe as he positioned the truck in just the right spot for us to get an up close view. With his years of experience he knows the park habitats so well he could anticipate what we would find. He would gently change the position of the truck to give us ample viewing & photo time.
Though we were not expecting to go to the northern Serengeti, Meru Slopes offered to change our itinerary because the tail end of the Great Migration was still active. The change gave us the opportunity to see the incredible behavior of the zebra & wildebeest as they nervously approached various Mara River shore options. Douglas was patient yet responsive to changing our location as the herds changed their's.
All of our lodging & meals exceeded our expectations. We had fabulous service, comfortable rooms, and healthy tasty meals.
This was the first safari for my husband & it was a special delight for me to see how thrilled he was with the safari. I've been on many safaris and was equally thrilled.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Anwsome Experience
I had such a wonderful day in the Serengeti Park with my guide Mosses from Ngao Safaris. He took care and made sure I get to see the animals I most wanted to see. He spend some time looking for them without giving up even if it took more time. Thank you for this amazing experience ❤️
PL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wilderness encounter!
I have been on few safaris (South Africa and Kenya) already and i absolutely loved it but since Tanzania is a capital of SAFARIS, I had to travel to this beautiful country to see it for myself. I can tell now, that the beauty of the Ngorongoro crater (driving down the crater, sun coming up :)) and the endless expanse of Serengeti, really caputured my heart and i understand now why Tanzania is the COUNTRY to travel to for safari.
Service by Gift, was excellent. Everything was well organised on time. He did everything possible to show us as much wildlife as possible. Accommodation was comfortable and food was yummy! Great job Gift, we really enjoyed our safari with you!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great holiday booking, lack of support during holiday
I'll start by saying that we had an amazing experience and loved our holiday. Secret Namibia were helpful and patient with our requirements and booked an amazing trip for us. What left us sad was the lack of care and support that we received in the immediate run up to the trip and during it. We had to ask for a detailed itinerary in the days before our departure (which turned out to be little more than a list of where we were booked ie it didn't include any useful information about transfers, timings, what to expect, what tipping was etc etc), and we were told we would receive a printed version on our arrival (we never received anything). They suggested a transfer from our hotel in Windhoek the morning of our departure, for which we were charged the equivalent of £70 for a 5 min ride in a friend's car where the mess had to be moved off the back seat to allow us to sit down, and were we were just dumped in the airport car park with no further instructions. When we had delays and problems during the trip our pilot and his company had to solve the issues himself and Secret Namibia contacts us to 2 days later to say they hoped we were ok, but with no apology for non contact. For a trip of a lifetime, Secret Namibia are the only part that we feel let down with. Go to Namibia, but perhaps find another agency to book it through.
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience in Kruger
We are really happy with the company, from the begining Rhys answered all our doubts quickly giving all the information that we needed. The safari planning was perfect.
The safari has been amazing, Tommy is an incredible guide, he has a lot of knowledges about the country, the animals, the park… He tried to make it possible for us to see as many animals as possible, including the Big five, and he got it thanks to his effort. The camp sites were very good, the food quality… In summary everything was wonderful.
If we have the opportunity to come back to South Africa, you'll be the first option
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and amazing.
I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a safari with Crimson Brooke Safaris, and I must say, it was an experience of a lifetime. The professionalism exhibited by the team was second to none, and their friendly demeanor made the entire journey even more enjoyable.
Communication was prompt and efficient from the get-go. They were always ready to answer any queries and made sure we were well-informed about our itinerary. The schedule was thoughtfully planned, striking a perfect balance between adventure and relaxation.
Our driver was not only professional but also incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife and the terrain. His expertise greatly enriched our safari experience. The vehicle provided was in excellent condition, ensuring a comfortable and smooth ride throughout our journey.
A standout feature was the availability of WiFi in the vehicle. This thoughtful addition allowed us to share our exciting experiences with friends and family in real-time, which was a delightful bonus.
In conclusion, I highly recommend Crimson Brooke Safaris to anyone seeking a professionally organized, friendly, and unforgettable safari experience. Their attention to detail and commitment to providing a top-notch service is truly commendable.
LK
The most accommodative tour operator ever met…!
Charlie was the main highlight of our trip. He was not the tour guide, he was more like one of our own and made everything possible to make our experience is covered with all the attractions to the fullest even some of them were not even planned at the tour setting up. However you must be very specific on your accommodation requirements at the masai park to him, so he will fix it accordingly as there are different level of accommodations/ hotels available. This is to avoid unwanted, loss of expectations at the location. You must remember that you are going to a remote place and some conveniences may have to be tolerated. Overall the tour was a lifetime memory and mostly thanks to Charlie’s unforgettable hosting.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good
The tour was very good organized, we had so much fun. Our driver explained alot about the different animals and we're very kind. The lodge where we stayed was very comfortable 5star*. Because our Flight back was changed we have received a back up snack, which was a very nice move from innocent (our contact person). Thank you so much for everything. It was a dream!!! We enjoyed a lot.
RU
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great!!!
Many thanks to Steve for organizing a two-day safari from Mombasa. Everything was great, excellent organization of the tour. Steve responded almost immediately. He came to our hotel, discussed all the details and our wishes. Named a good price. Everything suited us! Took a small deposit to book the lodge. At the appointed time, I was at the hotel. In the minivan, my wife and I, and Steve with the driver. Trip to East Tsavo. In about four hours we were already in the park. In total, there were 4 safari trips: daytime, after checking into the lodge, lunch and a short rest, the next day in the morning and after lunch in another lodge. And then he took us to the airport. About the safari: from the big African five, I did not see only a rhinoceros, they are simply not there. Elephants, buffalos, lions resting and having a zebra for breakfast, a leopard with kittens, giraffes, herds of zebras and other ungulates, ostriches, and other exotic animals and birds for us. Total delight. More than 200 photos. Excellent lodge where we spent the night, VOI, gorgeous views, excellent food, a swimming pool, a wonderful view of the savannah. Overall, the trip was excellent, Steve is great. Although I don’t speak English and he doesn’t speak Russian, we understood each other perfectly. Thank you. I recommend!!!
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