RU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari Adventure in Tanzania
Our safari through Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti was truly one of the most amazing travel experiences we’ve ever had. Everything was very well organized, which made the whole journey stress-free.
The planning of the safari was excellent. Each day felt perfectly balanced — full of adventure but never rushed.
The accommodations were also great: comfortable, and located in beautiful natural settings. My personal love is staying in tented camp-lodge Tukaone Serengeti camp surrounded by the African savannah! It made the experience absolutely special! Waking up to the sounds of nature and watching the sunset over the plains is something I’ll remember for a long time.
A big part of why this safari was so special was our driver-guide, John. He was fantastic! Not only is he a very skilled driver (which is important on some of the park roads!) If anything unexpected came up, he handled it easily and always found a solution.
He also has an incredible eye for wildlife. Time after time he managed to spot animals that we would have completely missed on our own — lions resting in the tall grass, a leopard hidden in a tree, even rhinos far away in the distance.
Thanks to his skills — and a bit of luck — we managed to see the entire Big Five. That alone would have made the trip unforgettable. But we also had fun spotting the famous “Ugly Five”, which made the experience even more unique.
So, if you want to have the safari of your dreams, then with John as your driver you will on heaven!
Each park had its own atmosphere:
the massive baobab trees and huge elephant herds in Tarangire, the perfect place to see elephants - just an arm's length away!
the breathtaking views and dense wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater. An unique park in the crater of an ancient volcano. Absolutely stunning views from above and a multitude of wild animals living their lives in a relatively small area, all the while allowing people to gaze upon them with rapt attention.
and the endless plains of the Serengeti - Oh, this is my personal crush! - filled with animals everywhere you look.
Words and descriptions are powerless here – the Serengeti simply has to be seen!
Overall, the safari exceeded our expectations — great organization, comfortable places to stay, incredible wildlife, and a truly excellent guide. We’re very grateful for this experience and would absolutely recommend it to anyone who dreams of seeing Tanzania’s amazing national parks. It was a trip we’ll never forget. 🐘🦁🌅
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Absolutely fantastic
I did a tour to Mahale mountains, I had to cancel twice but was determined to go so I went at the beginning of February. From when I booked the tour until after the tour, the communication was superb, the organisation of the tour was amazing and the tour itself was incredible, I can’t compliment the company enough, I highly recommend Gogiraffe safaris to anyone visiting Tanzania.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great experience
We booked a fly in, overnight stay and departure for the following day. The safari took in a different park each day and an overnight stay at a luxury hotel.
All aspects of were covered from flights to accommodation and meals. We were delighted either the service and communication with Mercy the organiser.
Our tour guide, Ringo was knowledgeable and worked tirelessly to ensure that we got the maximum out of our safari.
This was a fabulous life experience.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded expectations by far
Wow, and I mean wow. We had a trip of a lifetime with African Hagyko Safaris. From the incredible client service, to the professional guide, and of course the high end accommodations, this was an unforgettable experience. We are in love with Kenya 🇰🇪. Thank you African Hagyko Safaris for everything. We are already planning our next trip with you.
DE
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari with Best Guides :)
The Safari was soo fun.
The Guides were always cheerful and kind and provided interesting information about the animals.
What surprised me the most was that we saw so many animals up close f.ex. Elephants, Lions, Giraffes and many more!
Additionally the lunch boxes were always delicious 😋 and the accommodations very luxurious and comfortable.
Last but not least the car was very comfortable and conquered difficult and muddy terrain easily - that was sooo fun for me ;) . Of course I have to mention the guide who drove very smooth and relaxed.
Overall just an amazing experience!!
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect
My tour was excellent, they delivered on everything promised. The guides were friendly and the places were very beautiful. Highly recommended.
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DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An overwhelming Gorilla experience that exceeded all my expectations!
I am very happy with Abantubo Safaris! Everything on the tour was included and perfectly organized. The Gorilla tracking in Bwindi was truly overwhelming. Because the rangers there are like members of the Gorilla family themselves, we were able to get as close as 2 meters to the animals. It was such an intense and beautiful experience!
The tour definitely exceeded my expectations. Our last stay directly at the lake was also very impressive, with a stunning view in the evening and morning. I am super satisfied with the service and reliability. I give 5 out of 5 stars and highly recommend this tour operator!
TW
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Guide Who Listens: My Unforgettable Safari with Ken from JungleRoam
I'd like to recommend JungleRoam and my safari guide Ken.
I am a huge lion lover and have followed many of the famous prides of the Mara. Living in East Asia, traveling to Kenya is not easy for me. It’s nearly a 24-hour journey one way and quite expensive, so every trip means a great deal to me. This was my second visit to the Masai Mara. Of course I know the Mara isn’t a zoo and you never know what you might see or what nature will offer you. Still, I couldn’t help hoping to see some of the prides I’ve grown to love from afar, and I shared that with Ken before the trip.
Ken truly listened, and he really tried his best to make those hopes come true. During our time in the Mara we found the Fig Tree pride, Olonmina with the Rongai pride, the Topi pride (with cubs!), and even the Rongai Rockers (Olonkera, Orongai, Olubi and Kidongoe). Seeing them with my own eyes was an incredible feeling. These are lions I normally only see on social media, so seeing them in person was deeply moving.
At the very beginning of the trip, I had to miss one morning game drive because I wasn’t feeling well. That morning, I saw someone post a photo of one of the Rongai Rockers, Kidongoe, with the caption “dramatic morning in the Mara” on instagram. I remember feeling a little sad and telling Ken, “I guess I missed out on that.”
A few days later, he managed to track down Kidongoe because he knew how much I wanted to see that half-tailed prince. It was our last sighting of the day. The wind was cold and the plains were quiet, and then there he was — Kidongoe walking slowly across the open Mara landscape by himself. Watching him move through the grass in the fading light felt almost surreal. It was one of those moments that reminds you why you travel so far and why the Mara is so special.
That moment meant so much to me, and it showed how much Ken truly cares about his guests. He listens carefully, remembers the small things you say, and quietly does his best to make those wishes come true.
Ken isn’t a man of many words, but he is reliable, experienced, and committed to his work. He is also a wonderful father, and that warmth shows in the way he takes care of his guests.
Thanks to JungleRoam and my agent Vincent for helping organize this unforgettable trip, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Ken to anyone visiting the Mara, especially fellow big cat lovers. You couldn’t ask for a better guide.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Martin was very enthusiastic and took us great spots
A great tour overall; it was very well organized, and it was a great experience. It surpassed my expectations.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari