50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good guide cum driver
We visited mikumi, Ruaha and Nyerere parks in 8 days and stayed in Selous lodge which is excellent, Lilac camp (very good) and Ruaha hilltop lodge (average) our vehicle was lacked safety handles to hold and cushions were dirty. The big plus point was our driver cum guide Kapande. He was an excellent skillful driver who managed very well on those terrible bumpy roads. He showed us so many animals very patiently. He comforted us every time we were in distress because of the road conditions and power outages at the Ruaha hilltop lodge. Without him we would not have enjoyed our trip. This gentleman is an asset to this company. If you pick this tour ask for Kapande, he is an expert on safaris. Highly recommend him. Overall we had a very nice time and very good spotting of animals. Please keep in mind that these parks are not too far from each other but the roads are terrible and takes 7-9 hours to reach.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional from Start to Finish – Safari 365 Delivered Our Dream Trip
When we engaged Safari 365 for our bucket-list adventure to celebrate my husband’s 60th, we were understandably a little nervous, not knowing what to expect. Our itinerary included Johannesburg, Capetown, Victoria Falls and safari in Kruger and Namibia.
From our very first phone call to the final moments of our trip, Andrew and Frederik from Safari 365 were absolutely outstanding. Andrew was incredibly easy to talk to, always accommodating, and made himself available whenever we needed — nothing ever felt like too much trouble. He crafted a flawless itinerary with meticulous planning, and everything flowed seamlessly.
What truly set them apart was the way they cared for us as people, not just clients. When we accidentally left our travel pillows behind in Namibia we were amazed to have them delivered to our hotel in Victoria Falls the very next day.
When we were unexpectedly held up on the road on our way to the airport, Frederik personally called to reassure us and ensured everything was handled so we made our flight back home on time. That level of support, right to the very end, was outstanding.
As with any trip, there were a few transport hiccups, but they were handled quickly and professionally.That’s the true mark of great service. We felt genuinely looked after and in safe hands throughout our entire African journey.
Africa truly exceeded our expectations, we absolutely loved every bit of our trip. And to top it all Safari 365 - and especially Andrew and Frederik - exceeded our expectations in every way!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful trip with great guide and service!
What an amazing trip! The staff at Lion King (especially Maria and Nickson) were great at planning out trip and tailoring it to our needs. Every part of the trip was well scheduled, including our airport pick up / drop off and extra activities. Lion King was very quick in responding to emails and kept us abreast of progress as the trip was being planned. I was traveling with my 70+ year old mom, and the staff was great at noting the accommodation needs for her. But the biggest applause goes to our tour guide Haruni -- an amazing individual who was kind, attentive and very good at showing us beautiful Tanzania and its wildlife -- we couldn't believe all that we saw! Haruni has great knowledge about the animals and landscape, able to answer questions and was patient when we wanted to stay some place longer. He was a great pleasure on our eight day journey. Cannot recommend Lion King, and especially Haruni more. We loved our trip and overall, I would say that the service, hotels, food, etc. very worth the cost of the trip. Thank you Lion King for the trip of a life time! (though I want to come back again!).
PL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari experience with really a terrible airport transfer.
The Tsavo East Safari experience was amazing. Honestly one of the best experiences in our lifes. The freelance safari driver was really good and profesional.
The Safari 10/10
Voi Wildlife Lodge hotel at the safari was good as well. Unfortunately no A/C in the room and it was really hot. The food was nice. The best part of this Lodge was the view - we could see many wild animals, including hippos!
The worst part of our trip was the transfer from the airport to Safari and then from safari to Diani.
The car we got picked up by, was very old and could barely reach the speed of 70km/h. We were overtaken by trucks… The journey that was supposed to take 3h according to google maps, took us 4h.
On the was from Safari to Diani, the car broke down… which wasnt surprising at all. We waited 1h for some other guys to try and fix it, but without success. Our guide eventually paid the guys to take us to Diani with their car, which was significantly better.
But unfortunately, the second car broke down as well! This time we managed to get to some mechanic and it was done after around 15 minutes.
Very exhausting and unpleasant journey. This time instead od 3h 30’ - it took us 5h.
Better ask about the car, before booking!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Suricata Safaris shines with Marlita, an outstanding guide and driver you can fully trust
Suricata Safaris consistently delivers an outstanding safari experience in Tanzania, praised for its excellent organization and unforgettable wildlife encounters. A special mention goes to Marlita, who is a friendly, knowledgeable guide and an excellent driver. He knows the parks extremely well and consistently positions the vehicle in the best possible spots for close and respectful wildlife viewing.
The experience is further enhanced by the chef’s excellent cooking, with delicious and well-prepared meals that exceed expectations, even in remote safari locations. From start to finish, everything is well planned, with smooth logistics, comfortable accommodations, and great attention to detail.
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely mind-blowing and just totally amazing experience!
Johny Jackson is incredible, such a lovely guy and went above and beyond our expectations!
The views are exceptional, with jockey tours, you get to come right up close to the animals so you can have an unreal experience. We felt very welcomed and safe in the hands of Johny, and everyone at all the accommodations were very friendly too! From the very start of our tour to the very end it was incredible and I will never forget this experience or how amazing Johny is.
We managed to see all of the BIG FIVE up close and in large numbers within just the first 24 hours of being on tour! The exciting chases filled with adrenaline (with an amazing “African massage” experience) is some of the most fun I have ever had.
I very much highly recommend!
Thank you Johny you’ve been the highlight of our holiday to your beautiful country! x
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely brilliant from start to finish.
Excellent communication and service. Tour was very varied. So lucky to see the big 5. Budget accommodation what you would expect.
Tour guide Johny Jackson was superb. Reliable, punctual, friendly and knowlegeable. Always looked after us and made sure we were ok.
PT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
THE BEST
Going on a safari in Tanzania was one of the best experiences of my life, and I highly recommend that everyone experiences it at least once.
I chose a camping safari because I wanted to spend as much time as possible in as many parks as possible, and also have the opportunity to camp inside the parks themselves, which makes the experience even more intense and authentic.
I travelled solo, and Tolio placed me in an absolutely fantastic group, made up of a family and another traveller. Our guide, Francis, was outstanding, as was the cook who travelled with us. We always had hot and delicious meals, even in the middle of the safari.
I truly believe that the people make the safari, and this was very evident during this experience. The guide explained everything about the animals, shared stories about the local culture, and showed great respect for the animals and for other guides — all with great professionalism. Throughout the safari, the atmosphere was always light, positive and joyful.
We brought biscuits for the journey and, over the course of five days, we became a real family. We sat together at the table to talk, sing, share stories and then rest. It was a beautiful and genuine sense of togetherness. We made a point of always having the guide and the cook sitting at the table with us.
Regarding the campsites:
The Serengeti campsite could benefit from better bathroom facilities, and each vehicle could have some washing basins to help with dishwashing.
The Ngorongoro campsite was very good, with excellent bathroom facilities. I especially loved the fireplace and the social atmosphere in the common area.
The hardest moment was when the safari ended. We didn’t want to separate or stop doing safari. I was truly happy during those days.
When I chose this safari, Tolio sent me a very detailed program, which helped align expectations. During the trip, we were also surprised with one night in a lodge, which made the experience even more special 😊
I met many travellers who were frustrated with safaris booked through other companies that did not deliver what was promised, which made me appreciate this choice even more.
My main recommendations are:
choose carefully what type of safari you want and which parks you want to visit
clearly define the type of accommodation you want (camping, lodge, or mixed)
read carefully the detailed program provided by the company
be flexible — not everything is guaranteed in nature. The migration, for example, does not happen when we want it to. Animals don’t wait for us.
I highly recommend a camping safari, whether you are travelling solo, with friends, as a couple or with family.
Tolio was impeccable — the entire support team helped greatly with logistics, organised transfers to the accommodation, and were always kind and available.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE
Booking was easy.
Tour Operator sent me a reminder a day before and gave me the exact time he was going to pick me up.
He was on time and friendly.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Serengeti Wakanda and Andrew are the best of the best
If you don’t book your safari with Serengeti Wakanda, you are making a mistake. We knew any company could take us to the parks and show us the animals, but when it came to deciding which company, we picked Wakanda because of how good the service was from just our initial email. Goodluck was our first point of contact and he answered anything and everything with a lot of thought and detail. He helped us plan our 8 day Honeymoon trip around the different parks and visit to the nearby tribes, and at the end of it all, we can easily say everything was exceptional. The great customer service didn’t end with Goodluck. Our first night we did tented camping, Wakanda provided our own private chef to cook us dinner, breakfast, and prepared lunch at the campsite. This was completely unexpected and felt very personalized to our trip. Then we came to learn that each and every one of our lunches were a hot meal prepared by the lodges you book, while most other companies provide meal boxes with sandwiches. The company also notified each lodge we stayed at that it was our honeymoon, and we were sang to and given gifts from the lodges as a congratulations. This company definetly goes out of their way to make your trip as best as it can be.
Additionally, our trip would not have been as amazing as it was if it wasn’t for our tour guide Andrew. On top of being a kind person with a great personality, he knew everything there had to do with all the parks and animals. He told us you could drop him anywhere in the Serengeti and within five minutes he’d know where he was, and I 100% believe him. During our trip he would have colleagues radio to him who got lost and asked for guidance. When our jeep found a leopard, he was able to pinpoint the location to others. When it came to one of our last game drives, two guides decided to follow us to a far part of the park because Andrew knew it had better chances to see the big cats, and on our way we found a cheetah eating its catch and then a pride of lions with cubs. No company should ever guarantee you to see all the animals because of how unpredictable it can be, but with Wakanda and Andrew, you will have an amazing time with the best chance to see everything you wanted to see.
