AR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent, amazing experience
Our honeymoon in Tanzania was truly unforgettable, and a huge part of that was thanks to Gosheni and our incredible guide, Bariki. From the very beginning, everything was perfectly organized — the itinerary flowed seamlessly, allowing us to fully enjoy each moment without worrying about logistics.
Bariki made the experience exceptional. His deep knowledge, professionalism, and warm personality made every day special. He always went the extra mile to ensure we had the best possible wildlife sightings and that we felt comfortable and well taken care of at all times.
The national parks in Tanzania are simply breathtaking. Each day felt like a dream — from vast savannas full of wildlife to stunning landscapes that seemed straight out of a movie. Sharing these moments during our honeymoon made it even more meaningful.
We are incredibly grateful for the experience and would highly recommend Gosheni to anyone looking for a well-organized, authentic, and unforgettable safari. And if you’re lucky enough to have Bariki as your guide, you’re in the best hands possible.
AR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
We did a safari in Tanzania with Gosheni and it was an incredible experience. Our assigned driver was Bariki, and honestly we couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
From the very beginning he was excellent. You can really tell he knows a lot about the parks, the animals, and the whole environment. He was always attentive, made sure we could see as many animals as possible, and explained everything to us with so much patience.
Besides being very professional, he is also extremely kind, respectful, calm, and very friendly. He drives very well, knows the area perfectly, and you can tell he truly loves what he does. Thanks to him, the safari was even more special.
We highly recommend Gosheni and, if you can, ask for Bariki because he truly makes the whole experience even better.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A truly unforgettable experience
My husband and I went on the 6-day private honeymoon safari with hot air balloon, guided by Peter. Peter was a fantastic, knowledgeable (in wildlife matters and sharing his culture), welcoming and great guide - ensuring that we had every opportunity to see the animals, especially the big 5! It was our first safari (and who knows when we will have to opportunity to do this again), but the experience was truly unforgettable. Every accommodation made us feel welcomed, comfortable and safe. We went during low season so the parks were a little bit more calm, and the lodges were less busy - but that did not detract from the wonderful experience. Serengeti African Tours were exceptionally professional and we have no regrets about the choice we made. Thanks again for an amazing experience to Serengeti African Tours and special thanks to Peter, who was committed to ensuring that we had an unforgettable experience!
BE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good
It was excelent especially Tiyan1. It was fast and good communication and fast
ID
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect!
The tour was arranged in a very good way and value for money. Sammy as the tour consultant was very communicative and helpful. Timothy as our driver and also tour guide was very helpful and child friendly as we were travelling with 2 kids. Thank you Splendid Vacations!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Poor commercial attitude and no refund despite force majeure
My experience with Great Lake Safari was extremely disappointing. I had booked and paid for chimpanzee tracking, but my entire trip had to be cancelled due to the tense political situation during Uganda’s presidential election. This was a genuine force majeure event, completely outside my control.
Instead of showing understanding, the company refused to refund the unused activity and only offered a credit note. For a safari operator, this is a very poor commercial attitude. In such exceptional circumstances, flexibility and customer care should be the minimum. Unfortunately, this was not the case, and I cannot recommend them based on how they handled this situation.
NO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing safari experience! Thomas is the best guide!
We had an absolutely incredible safari experience in Tanzania, and a huge part of that was thanks to Thomas. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organised and completely stress-free.
Thomas went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of at all times. Every meal was arranged seamlessly, and we never had to worry about a single detail during the trip. His professionalism, local knowledge, and warm personality made the entire experience even more special.
What truly stood out was how much he cared, even beyond the safari itself. When we got stuck in Arusha on our way home, Thomas didn’t hesitate to help us. He went out of his way to arrange a driver so we could get home safely — something we really appreciated after such a long journey.
If you're considering a safari in Tanzania, I cannot recommend Thomas enough. He is reliable, thoughtful, and genuinely committed to making your trip unforgettable.
Thank you, Thomas, for an amazing experience!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent
Mardi arranged an absolutely excellent Namibia trip for 4 of us. It was within the specified budget, bespoke, included all the things we wanted and more at her very wise suggestion.
I would highly recommend her and Viatu and would definitely use them again
MT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
Sandpiper safaris was terrific. Making our reservation with them was easy and efficient. Any questions, concerns and changes I requested were addressed thoroughly and quickly. All the people we worked with from the reservation agents, guide/driver and staff at all of the accommodations were welcoming, knowledgeable and pleasant. We were very happy with our safari route and all the camps/lodges we stayed at were comfortable, clean, safe and in beautiful surroundings. The diversity of habitats we experienced, and the numbers and variety of animals we saw was amazing. Overall, an excellent trip and adventure.
I would highly recommend sandpiper safaris and hope to return for another safari with them.
The Tanzanian people are proud, friendly and gracious. A real pleasure to work with.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service provided! Completely taken care of, from A to Z
We were collected from out accommodation in Riverside by our driver Erick, who was already waiting for us, greeting us with a great smile and enthusiasm. We are a family of 4 (2 teenagers) and booked a private safari.
We drove to the main entrance of the national park which went smooth and effortless. A spotter joined us at that point too. When the rooftop came off, the adventure started! And what a start! First animals we spotted were a lion and lioness pair! We continued the game drive for nearly 3 hours and spotted many mammals and birds. Erick had a great eye for details and was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. He also arranged for our lunch and took us to a picnic spot in the park; it was scary and exciting at once. I jokingly said to my boys that a leopard could jump us at any moment!
We continued the game drive and spotted another lion pair (our luck!) and a group of hippopotamus in a pond as well. At the end we were tired and exhausted from all the excitement, but our guide made sure we were comfortable all the way. 10 out of 10 would recommend to others. We saw more in 1 day than most see in 3 days!
