65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
An attentive tour operator who is flexible enough to accommodate customers requirements.
JNB met us at our hotel and we set off to visit three reserves over the course of a week. We were supplied with a driver and water for the journeys. Accommodation was supplied at each of the reserves. The driver met us at each of the accommodations to drive us on a safari. The driver was highly informative and communicated with other drivers via radio to ensure that we didn't miss out when a particular animal had been spotted. As a result, we saw each of the big five and many more animals besides. JNB were in touch with me every day to make sure all was well, even after our safaris had come to an end and we were relaxing on a beach-break. It was very reassuring. The standard of the accommodation throughout the holiday was top drawer, both in terms of ambience, quality of food and service. We requested a balloon ride over the Masai Mara, which was arranged by JNB. All went perfectly to plan and even surpassed expectations.
I would highly recommend JNB Tours and Travel.
HU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was great
Brain and Davies good guys
Safari and everything was perfect!!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tarangire Suricata Tour with Alawi and Silas
We have just completed a fantastic 2-day safari in Tarangire National Park with Suricata Safari Tour, accompanied by Alawi, our driver, and Silas, our French-speaking guide.
Silas shared a wealth of fascinating information about the animals and the park, while Alawi drove extremely well and always knew where to take us to make the most of the experience.
What impressed us most was their incredible ability to spot animals. Several times, they suddenly stopped the vehicle and showed us animals hidden in the vegetation or perched in trees — including a beautiful owl. Definitely not one of the Big Five, but the encounter was just as surprising and majestic!
Throughout the safari, they constantly did their best to help us discover not only the splendour of the wildlife, but also the beauty of Tarangire itself, with its incredible landscapes and colours.
We also really enjoyed talking with them during meals and learning more about their lives and local culture. They were attentive to our comfort, always smiling, full of positive energy and clearly passionate about their work.
A huge thank you to Alawi and Silas for making these two days such a memorable experience. We highly recommend Suricata Safari Tour!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari ever!
We booked a safari with Allano and his team as a family, and we can honestly say: we were thrilled from start to finish!
The pre-trip organization was exceptional. Allano explained exactly how the trip would unfold, what we should bring, and what to expect, so we knew right from the start what was in store. He was available to answer every question—always friendly, patient, and genuinely interested. Whenever a problem arose, he took care of it immediately and found a solution.
The airport pickup went perfectly, too; we were met upon arrival and given an incredibly warm welcome.
Our guide, Captain James, was the absolute highlight. He speaks excellent German and is incredibly personable, humorous, and patient. He not only told us a lot about the wildlife and the landscape but also shared personal stories from his life and culture.
Our cook also made a wonderful impression. He was always friendly, practically always had a smile on his face, and worked with us to prepare everything beautifully. The food was delicious every day and made our evenings together perfect.
Captain James knows the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater like the back of his hand. With his incredible eye, he spotted animals we would never have seen on our own. Throughout it all, he always took the necessary time and never rushed us.
We were incredibly lucky to see—among other things—lions, elephants with their calves, a leopard, and even a jackal.
This trip will remain a cherished memory for our family forever. Many thanks to Allano, his team, our wonderful cook, and especially to Captain James for this fantastic experience!
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CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A really professional journey
we are so lucky to have Roger being our guide for this safari. He is so professional that takes us see many animals (many lions, cheetahs, leopards in Serengenti and rhinos in Nogorngor crate) in limited time and very patient for every watching. During the trip we talked about everything: animal, the masai people and development of Tanzania which deepen our understand of this impressive country. I Recommend SOMEWHERE IN AFRICA 100%.
The only issue is that the vehicle is not in very great condition, so the ride through Serengeti will be quite bumpy. But considering the company's relatively good price, I think it's fair.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari EVER 👍🏻
What we were able to experience on this safari was something we probably couldn't have imagined before.
Of course, we knew that you can never guarantee which animals you will see on a safari. Our guide Captain James explained this to us honestly: Nature determines the process and every day can be completely different.
In the end we were incredibly lucky and were able to see an impressive variety of animals - including a leopard, lion, elephants with their babies and even a jackal.
Captain James was incredibly patient. He was able to spot animals from a distance where we could see absolutely nothing with the naked eye. His knowledge of animal behavior was impressive.
But even outside of the game drives the atmosphere was simply great. Our chef was always incredibly friendly and in a good mood. He always had a smile on his face, prepared everything with us and prepared really delicious food for us. The meals were always a nice part of the safari experience.
We also really liked his driving style. The trails in the Serengeti can be really adventurous, but James rode very safely and responsibly and always made sure we were safe.
A huge thank you also to Allano, who organized everything brilliantly and prepared us perfectly in advance.
This safari was a unique experience for us and a memory that we as a family will keep forever.
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DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari EVER
If we had to describe our safari in a single sentence, we would say: In Captain James, we had the perfect guide by our side.
We were traveling as a family and felt incredibly at ease from the very first moment. Captain James speaks excellent German and is funny, open, and incredibly warm-hearted. Above all, however, he is a very attentive and responsible driver.
Especially on the Serengeti’s roads—which can be very bumpy in places—he always made sure everyone was comfortable. After hitting particularly rough patches, he would check to see if everyone was okay, and overall, he drove very carefully and with great foresight.
What impressed us most was his knowledge. He knows the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater incredibly well and would spot animals before we even realized what he was looking at.
The cook was also fantastic. He was always in good spirits, incredibly friendly, and constantly had a smile on his face. He prepared everything nicely with us and provided delicious meals every day. This made our shared mealtimes particularly pleasant and sociable.
Captain James also shared a great deal with us about the wildlife, the landscape, and his own life. This turned the safari into a truly personal experience.
For us, Captain James was not just a driver or guide; he played a huge part in making this trip an experience of a lifetime. We would choose him as our guide again in a heartbeat and recommend him wholeheartedly.
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DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari EVER👍
What a safari! We traveled as a family, and we can simply say: it was absolutely fantastic!
The organization by Allano was top-notch from the very beginning. We received detailed information before the trip—what we needed, how everything would work, and what to expect on the ground. This allowed us to start the trip feeling relaxed, knowing exactly what was in store for us.
Everything went smoothly once we arrived, too. We were picked up right at the airport and given a very warm welcome.
And then there was Captain James!
This man is simply amazing. He speaks excellent German, is incredibly funny and personable, and made us feel like we were traveling with a friend throughout the entire safari.
His "eagle eye" was truly incredible. Time and again, he would look somewhere and say, "There's a leopard up ahead"—and at first, we couldn't see a thing. But then, suddenly, there it was!
Our cook also contributed greatly to the wonderful atmosphere. He was always friendly, always had a smile on his face, and worked with us to get everything ready. And the food was delicious! After a long day on safari, we always looked forward to our meals together.
We saw so many fantastic animals: lions, a leopard, baby elephants, a jackal, and much more. James always took his time and never gave the impression that he was in a rush to move on.
We would go on this safari again in a heartbeat and would definitely want Captain James as our guide. For us, he was the perfect guide, and this trip was one of the most wonderful experiences we’ve shared as a family.
A huge thank you to Allano, his team, our wonderful cook, and Captain James!
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DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari EVER!!!
Some trips are lovely, while others stay with you forever.
Our family safari definitely falls into the latter category.
Even before the trip began, Alano put us at ease with his incredibly friendly and personal approach. He explained everything in detail, told us exactly what we needed, and was truly available at any time. We never felt like a burden, even when we had minor questions or issues.
We were warmly welcomed the moment we arrived at the airport. That’s where we met our guide, Captain James—and what can we say? We couldn’t have asked for anyone better.
James was incredibly warm, funny, and patient. He spoke excellent German and not only introduced us to the fascinating world of wildlife but also shared many stories from his own life.
Our cook was a wonderful addition to the team, too. He was always friendly and cheerful, with a smile constantly on his face. He worked with us to get everything ready and spoiled us with truly delicious food. It was these small, shared moments that made the trip so special.
And then, of course, there were the animals: we experienced moments we will likely never forget. Seeing a leopard, lions, baby elephants, and so many other animals up close was simply incredible.
Thank you to Alano, his team, our cook, and—above all—Captain James. You gave us a trip that we, as a family, will cherish forever.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful and adhered to all our needs
Communication was always very prompt whilst enquiring about our Safari.
Everything was sorted for us and e-mailed across.
The only thing I would suggest is that flight information is sent over before going over to do the safari as we couldn’t get onto WiFi to get the booking confirmation. But Ruth sorted this for us.
Our tour guide Michael was absolutely fantastic, he was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly always making sure we got the best out of our time and made sure we were okay at every stage of the 3 days. We highly recommend asking for Michael for your Safari.
We stayed at the Warrior Lodge and also Karatu Safari Lodge. And we couldn’t fault either of them. Our favourite being the Warrior Lodge as from the moment we stepped out of the truck we weren’t allowed to lift a finger. It was a very personal touch and they made us feel extra special. So much so after our stay there my Partner proposed to me.
