50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari - excellent team
Charles Tours organised a safari for the both of us across Northern Tanzania. From the moment we landed at Kilimanjaro airport to the time we returned to the airport 2 weeks later Amani and his team looked after us so well and ensured we had an exceptional experience. The Lodges and Camps we stayed at were outstanding with great attentive staff and excellent food options. All our transfers and pick ups were prompt using a Charles Tours vehicle which was clean and comfortable.
The safari organised by Charles Tours was planned both for me (an avid birder) and my partner (non-birder) giving us both opportunities to view and photograph birds, mammals and other wildlife. The experience was mind-blowing with around 400 species of birds, the Big, Ugly and 3 out of 5 of the Little Five along with many unexpected and remarkable encounters with the wildlife.
We organised a relaxing start to our trip in Arusha where we chilled for a couple of days at our first beautiful Lodge. Then our safari proper started in Arusha NP, around 45 minutes from Arusha. What an amazing place (don't miss this place) - Giraffes everywhere along with Zebras, Antelopes and Cape Buffalo, plus many bird species.
The next day was mainly a birding day initially around the Engikaret Lark plains before transferring to our Lodge in Tarangire NP where we stayed for 2 days. Herds of elephants everywhere here, literally hundreds. My partner's camera never stopped clicking.
Over the next days we visited Lake Manyara NP, Karatu, Ngorongoro Crater, Ndutu/Southern Serengeti, Central Serengeti before returning to Karatu and then back to Arusha. Our final full day was spent around Mirerani seeking out some of the special birds in that area.
Throughout our safari we were accompanied by Amani and Abdul who ensured our wildlife sightings were maximised with their sharp eyes and hearing. How they spotted some of the distant animals from a moving vehicle still astounds me. Amani was also an exceptional driver throughout our safari sometimes traversing difficult terrain. He ensured our “African massage” on the corrugated tracks was as smooth as it could be.
What made our safari so truly exceptional was the unexpected events we encountered. We had expected to see mainly sleeping and yawning animals. To witness the courtship and mating of two lions (conception), the birth of wildebeest on the plains in Ndutu and the baby taking its first breaths were truly stunning experiences. Then to see two adolescent giraffes practising neck sparring showed a little of the growing up phase of the animals. We saw the harsh brutality of the circle of life in Tarangire NP and the Ngorongoro crater. Firstly we came across a group of lionesses teaching their cubs how to feed from a fresh killed zebra followed by a hyena chasing down and catching a young wildebeest. Other hyenas appeared quickly to fight each other and feed off the poor creature.
On the way out of the Serengeti, after only seeing a glimpse of a cheetah in long grass we had stunning views of seven cheetahs alongside the vehicle attempting to stalk nearby groups of gazelles
I’m sure these experiences were maximised by Amani taking less travelled tracks around the NP’s as we were often the first or only vehicle to view these events.
We thoroughly recommend booking a safari through Charles Tours. I'm sure you will not be disappointed.
HU
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
good organizer, knows his job
I was very satisfied with the organization. The tour guides, the accommodations, the food were good. They took me to many places and I was able to see an amazing amount of animals.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible 7-day safari experience
Our 7-day safari with our tour guide Brian was the most incredible experience! Each day we saw something new, and the additional activities (a boat ride and walking safari in Lake Naivasha and a cycling tour of Hell’s gate) were well worth the extra fee and were some of the best memories from our trip. The game drives themselves were incredible - Brian went above and beyond to make sure we got great views of the beautiful wildlife. Accommodation was varied but generally had everything we needed. We did find we needed more physical cash than expected since most places along the route don’t accept card transactions or charge fees.
NL
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderful safari with our guide Adam!
We (three sisters) had a fantastic safari in January 2026, driven by our guide, Adam. Adam managed to spot all the animals and was happy to tell us all about the wildlife in Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti National Parks. Adam was also very friendly, patient, punctual, and helpful. He even helped us quickly retrieve lost luggage and stayed with us during check-in at various lodges for any questions. He also accompanied us at Serengeti Airport when we had some issues with check-in. Thank you, Adam, for this relaxing and wonderful experience! ❤️
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
I booked a budget 5-day tour with Suricata Safaris. We explored Serengeti, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire. I had an amazing time, and everything was very well organized. The food was super delicious every day, and everything went safely and smoothly.
Sleeping in camps inside the parks was also an adventure. Before the trip I was hesitant about wildlife at night, but it was totally safe, and it was actually very nice to hear the animals around at night. The tents were comfortable, and everything was provided, including the tent itself, a mat, a pillow, and a sleeping bag.
I would highly recommend Suricata Safaris. They have very kind and professional guides and chefs who prepare delicious food. They gave me an unforgettable experience that I will remember forever. :-)
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Vincent made our entire trip! So kinds and knowledgeable and funny!
This was an incredible tour company! Vincent was our guide and he made this trip a once in a lifetime experience. He was so friendly and kind and funny, he made us feel like old friends. We saw AMAZING animals and scenery thanks to the knowledge Vincent had. The lunch was absolutely incredible, he even parked next to a heard of animals and we had lunch right next to them! It rained once on our trip and I was a bit nervous about the mud and descending into the crater, but Vincent was so safe and such a skilled driver we felt safe the entire time.
I can’t say enough good things about this tour company. From the suggestions of places and lodges we stayed at, to the actual information given to us on the safari. We had an amazing time and I’m so grateful for this trip. When another safari company was having trouble with their vehicle, Vincent stopped to make sure they were okay. That was so nice to us.
The company also surprised us with several nights celebrating our anniversary.
We got so lucky and saw all the big 5 animals. We just have to come back to see the Cheetah! Choose this company you will NOT be disappointed. The communication was great and the trip was incredible. Thank you for everything Nkollo Tours.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
great club, well organized
good tour, well organised, value for money. John our driver was super
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Gerard was kind, informative, and reliable.
Gerard was our guide on this wonderful tour. He picked us up very early in the morning from Rwanda and drove us to Uganda to see the gorillas same day. He provided extremely comfortable neck pillows and we were able to sleep in the car nearly the entire drive. He was extremely reliable, had great communication, and was extremely knowledgeable about history of Rwanda. He was open to talking to us about everything we asked. The gorilla tour itself was wonderful. We were in a small group (about 6 of us total) with 2 guides. There was a group of trekkers from the company who went ahead of us to find where the gorillas would be so to make an easier time for us. Once we arrived with the gorillas, there were 4 professional trekkers there. We felt extremely safe as the staff was knowledgeable and seasoned. Overall, we trekked about 1-1.5 hours to find the gorillas, spend 1 hour with them, and hiked 1 hour back. Gerard was so amazing that he was flexible planning whatever we wanted to do. We drove through the towns in Uganda and Rwanda while learning about the history from him. We were particularly interested in visiting the Rwandan genocide Museum, which Gerard was able to make happen for us before closing. He even added a few extra stops to show us important historical sites throughout the city. The visa situation (coming from USA) was a breeze, as Gerard and Anna had prepared us for everything before hand, and it barely took any time to cross the border. Overall, I could not recommend this company more. The entire staff was extremely responsive, reliable, knowledgeable, and showed us a wonderful and very safe time. We are so grateful and would highly recommend the service!
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Communicative and serviceminded
We went for a 2-day budget-safari with the highly experienced guide Newton. It was amazing! Pavillion Safaris was very easy to comunicate with before the departure, always answering whatsapp right away. They picked up us where we wished and we got droped of aswell were we wished for. We were 5 people traveling as a group and we reserved the jeep for us only. They met our needs and when we requested certain customizations of the program, there was no discussion. We got one afternoon and one morning gamedrive in Masai Mara and we saw so many different animals, I still cant belive it! Never would have belived that I would see lions, elephants, leopards, girafes, and so on (counted around 17 different animals) so close up! Our guide Newton knew a lot about the animals and the best spots in the park. The accomodation for sleeping was simple but comfortable (we love tents). Highly recomend Pavillion Safaris and highly recomend Newton as a guide !!!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Legendary Adventure with Akondo Adventure and the Incredible Richard 🐘
If you’re looking for the perfect safari, look no further: Akondo Adventure is the ultimate choice.
I first discovered Richard through some emotional videos on TikTok. I checked online reviews and even reached out to some girls on Instagram who had previously traveled with them. Everyone spoke so highly of the agency and their guide, Richard, that I decided to ask for a quote. I was immediately impressed by how professional, clear, and detailed the daily itinerary was—it was so well-curated that I could already visualize the magic.
Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire
My 3-day/2-night safari was flawless:
* The Accommodations: We stayed in tented lodges that were absolutely fantastic. They were modern and spotless, yet completely immersed in nature, allowing us to fully live the wild experience.
* The Food: The quality was fantastic and far exceeded my expectations!
Our Guide: Richard, the Expert
The real highlight of our trip was our guide, Richard. His professionalism and expertise are truly next-level. Thanks to his keen eye and deep knowledge of the bush, we saw millions of animals and successfully spotted all of the Big Five! He truly made the difference.
This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I will remember forever. I couldn't have made a better choice. If you want an unforgettable, professional, and authentic safari, I highly recommend Akondo Adventure. I would choose them again in a heartbeat! 10/10 highly recommended.
I was so thrilled with the experience that I’ve already decided to send my sister and my parents to Akondo Adventure for their future safari. I wouldn’t trust my family with anyone else, as I know that with Richard and this team, they would be in safe hands and would experience a total dream, just like I did.
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