Experience of a lifetime
We are a couple who recently went on a 11 day Kenya and Tanzania private trip with Tanzania Roadside Expeditions.
We spent a lot of time researching safari companies before booking our trip, and Tanzania Roadside Expeditions checked every box we were looking for. We specifically wanted a local operator rather than an international middleman, fair pricing, mid-range to luxury stays, experienced guides, and, most importantly, a company that operates ethically around wildlife. Tanzania Roadside Expeditions delivered on all of these, 100%.
Our biggest concern was trust. We had heard some scary stories about safari companies taking large upfront payments, providing accommodations very different from what was promised, or even leaving travelers stranded. Being so far from home, that was a real concern. Paul, the owner of Tanzania Roadside Expeditions, completely changed that experience for us. From the very beginning, he was personally involved, patiently answered all our questions, and was incredibly transparent and responsive. He met us before and after the trip, introduced us to his family, and even gave us something thoughtful to take home. By the end, Paul, our guides, and the entire experience genuinely felt like family.
Our guides, James in Kenya and Steven in Tanzania, were absolutely fantastic. Both were incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, observant, and respectful of the animals and their natural behavior. They seemed to anticipate where the animals would move and positioned us for some unforgettable moments. We saw the Big 5, witnessed the great migration and a wildebeest river crossing on our very first day, and many other natural wildlife phenomenon. They were genuinely as excited to show us these moments as we were to experience them. Huge kudos to Steven in Tanzania!
The accommodations were excellent as well. We normally plan our trips ourselves, but organizing multiple stays across two countries is challenging because many camps and lodges aren't easily found online. During the busiest season, several of our preferred options were already booked, but Tanzania Roadside Expeditions's local knowledge and connections meant they could suggest great alternatives until we found exactly what we wanted, often at very good rates.
Tanzania Roadside Expeditions delivered everything they promised and more. We would 100% recommend them to anyone planning a safari in East Africa. In fact, we're already planning our next trip back, and this time we'll be returning not just to Africa, but to visit our newfound family there. ❤️🌍
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jockey tours was amazing and very professional way dealt with my booking since I planned my trip😁
Our tour guide and driver was Kikitu, such a wonderful person and driver, who knows how to make travellers feel comfortable and safe in his presence. Very charming, cool person got great hospitality attitude and warm welcome to everyone who joined his tour.
Can’t expect anything more than how Jockey tours was organised my trip. It is affordable and easy to book online from London. Mineh was a such a professional person to ask any questions about the tour, all organised on time and no glitches anywhere I felt.
I would strongly recommend Jockey tours for safari tours and of cozy Kikitu as a driver. I would give 10/10 for Kikitu 👌😁
Many thanks
Bharathy
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Knowledgeable and courteous
Our tour guide (Job) was excellent. He was engaging throughout the trip. He was on point with schedules and and where to go to maximize seeing the animals. He was respectful of space for the animal and to other tour guides. We would recommend him to any party on Safari.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
What a great experience. Our guide was Muzi.
What a great experience. Got to see so many animals. Our guide was Muzi. He educated us on all the animals. From the leopard to the elephants, hyenas with beautiful little babies, which was so cool. We were only several feet from hyenas nursing It’s three newborn babies. crocodiles hippos and Impala everywhere. So many other animals I can’t even remember all their names. Initially it took a while before we saw many animals, but our guide was very persistent and towards the evening we began seeing them everywhere. He stopped and allowed us to take pictures as long as we wanted to answer our questions and was very Pleasant. this is a must trip to do in South Africa. The accommodations were amazing. Food was great I’ll give six stars if I could.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The overall experience is quite good, and the cost performance is very high.
The food and accommodation schedule are all good. I saw all kinds of animals.
IT
A Travel companion😊
Vera was available from the very beginning to create a truly tailor-made trip for us, as we wanted to combine our safaris with a visit to a friend who lives in Nairobi.
The driver she assigned to us became our trusted companion, and with him we were able to experience a truly authentic journey, far away from the usual tourist trails.
I highly recommend Peaks and Safaris to anyone looking for an unforgettable trip!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best with his experience, we created lifetime memories.
One of the best tour operators, with great experience and a personal touch. They helped create memories that will last a lifetime!
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Friendly. Helpful, and Patient
Uganda is an incredible country and well worth a visit, for an amazing Adventure. Dr. James L Rowland PH.D.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular
My best friend and I just got back from a 7 day safari that we booked through Lion King Safari, about 3 weeks before we landed in Tanzania. The entire experience from the booking to the departure at the airport at the conclusion of our safari was amazing. They were incredibly responsive during the booking process, with great recommendations and flexibility in making adjustments due to our schedule and timing of arrivals and departures. It is always scary to wire money across the globe but I felt reassured the whole time and everything was seamless. The tour itself was nothing short of spectacular and that in part was mostly due to our guide Stephen. He was FANTASTIC! He has been a guide from 26 years and it showed. I wanted to give him a special shoutout in recognition of the excellent service he provided. He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, accommodating, professional and his tracking skills are unmatched. That man could spot anything. He had the eyes of a hawk and because of his experience we were able to see the big 5, some of the little 5, special birds, and so many other things. He knew I was set on finding a leopard and he asked around, listened to the radio, sent a carrier pigeon (kidding) to the animals and we spotted 3 leopards the entire trip! He obviously couldn't control our sightings but he was committed and we got very lucky. Stephen's mood never faltered. He always had a smile, joke, or nugget of information to offer us. The lodges that they booked were clean, spacious, ecofriendly, had great food, excellent service and we felt well taken care of. The truck was clean, durable and everything you would expect to off road and see the wild. I highly recommend but Stephen and Lion King Safari
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very kind, each step of the trip has been well organized and worked perfectly
Our trip to Namibia gas been a wonderful experience. We had the possibility to see most of the best parts of the country, including beautiful and different landscapes and a lot of wild animals. Our guide Daniel did a great job, he's a very good person, funny and kind, we had a great time together. He's also really good in his work! Together with him, we spotted basically all the animals in Etosha and even the desert Elefant! Great job Daniel!
The vacation was well-organized by Lark Journeys, the lodges were in beautiful locations, the hospitality people cared about every details. Ann-Lee is a very kind person, available when you need her, during the trip she checked that everything was OK.
Namibia: wonderful!
Lark Journeys: very good!
Daniel + Ann-Lee: made the experience the best!