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Several things didn’t went as promised, although we paid for it. We are not satisfied at all.
We got a very nice offer, that we accepted and paid all in advance. Tsavo East was skipped at the day of departure. Although that parkeer was paid. The lodge we paid for was, as they say, full. Allthough we booked in february, later us was told that in february that lodge wasn’t full, and we had to stay in another lodge, 18 km outside the park and very poor. Therefor we also missed the sunrise gamedrive. And our time in the park was also less. We had several times contact and asked for an explanation. And there were some more things. Untill now we didn’t get any compensation. We will never book at Jastro Safaris again.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A truly unforgettable safari
Embarking on a safari to observe the majestic Lappet Faced Safari is a truly unforgettable experience. These offer a unique and fascinating perspective on wildlife..
Safari We traveled to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, our guide Abu was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about life, providing insightful information about the lappet-faced safari's role in the ecosystem, its behavior and conservation status.
Lappet Faced Safaris gave us the opportunity to see wildlife and experience the vast beauty of Africa...
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, serious, prepared....in one word great!
What noise does a herd of elephants make?
you will only hear the rustling of the grass.
I arranged this trip because I would like to see the wild animals in their natural habitat, especially the elephants.
The travel agency told me that I had to thing to nothing because everything was already scheduled ad it was the truth.
When we arrived at the airport we met John.
I think this has been the best present we received from Savannah…and they were a lot.
We went to the first hotel and we met Daniela that explained us perfectly all the steps of this fantastic trip.
The same day we went to the local market with John.
We have discovered that Tanzania is a place with a florid land: fruit and vegetable are great!
The second day we have started our adventure.
I was not prepared to see all these animals and so close to us.
I can count the zebras, gazelles, buffalos, elephant and lions…the lions!!! In the Serengeti John found for us a group od 16 lions.
The hotels were great. The person gentle…
I had a strange feeling that I was not dirty even though I was full of savannah soil.
I do not want to spoiler too much but please, arrange this trip in order to see with your eyes the Tarangire, the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro…
You will never forget it.
Thanks Savannah! Thanks Daniela! A special thanks to John: you have always watched over us and guided us through the colours and endless wonders of Tanzania.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best Safari we ever had!
Our Safari in August 2024 – with Gilmag-Safaris was the best one we ever had! – 10 days of wildlife in Tarangire, Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti and Ngorogoro-Nationalpark. We had so many close and exiting sightings of many kind of animals. Our guide Praygod Terry not only was an excellent and carefully driver, he was also a talking book – He knows almost everything about nature, no questions remained unanswered. And he always brought us into prime positions for the animalobservations - Leopard and Chetah even Serval – so close to the Road – Crossing of the wildebeest at Massai Mara – and more and more and more…..Thanks for your professional and very personal care! We would always go again with Praygod Terry and Gilmag-Safaris – Ulrike and Mark from Germany
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Local, organized tour company with excellent customer service!
We cannot thank Geofrey enough for giving us the trip of a lifetime. He picked us up on my birthday in Arusha and we started our Safari. Making our way to Tarangire national park then to the Serengeti and finishing off Ngorongoro and lake manyara.
From the moment he picked us up and every moment in between. He shared all about every possible animal or bird we came across. He knew all about them and could decipher the small differences between one breed to another.
We are amazed at how good a driver he is and how well he navigated the crazy roads. Knowing which way to go and never getting lost. Especially with no street signs. We would have been lost on day one. We felt safe in Geofrey’s hands at all times.
Geofrey is a very polite, kind man. We feel as though having spent so much time with him this week that we’ve gotten to know him well. He didn’t think his English was very good. It was better than good. We never had any trouble understanding him. He shared with us about his family and how got into being a guide for safaris. A job very well suited to him.
Lion king adventures should count themselves lucky to have Geofrey as one of the Safari guides/driver’s. He managed to complete our Safari having found every animal we were hoping to see! Asante Geofrey, all the best to you and your family!
We want to thank lion king adventures as well. We researched a few different companies. In the end we went with them for a few reasons. They were always polite and quick to respond. They arranged every aspect of our trip and even helping us add on a couple days at the beginning to extend our stay and get accustomed to the time change. Highly recommend anyone coming from abroad to spend a couple days in Arusha before starting your safari. The other reason we went with them. They are a local company with their headquarters in Arusha. One of the camps we stayed at in the Serengeti is owned and operated by the company. We felt if there were any issues being local would be a benefit.
Thank you again to all the staff we encountered. From Chaz who picked us up from Kilimanjaro, to Tuma our driver for Materuni village visit and Adam our guide in the village. Asante
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
WONDERFUL!
Nurturing Minds recently had the pleasure of working with Mudi and Fresh Mood Treks during our trip to Tanzania, and we couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Mudi's deep knowledge of the region, along with his friendly and professional demeanor, made our trek both educational and enjoyable.
From the start, Mudi was attentive to our needs and ensured that every aspect of our journey was well-organized. His passion for Tanzania's natural beauty and commitment to providing a memorable experience shone through in every interaction. We felt safe, supported, and inspired throughout the trek.
The attention to detail, from accommodations to the thoughtful selection of trekking routes, reflected Mudi's dedication to creating a unique and meaningful experience for all participants. His ability to connect with people and foster a sense of camaraderie among our group added a special touch to the adventure.
We highly recommend Mudi and Fresh Mood Treks for anyone looking to explore Tanzania. His exceptional service and genuine care for his clients make him stand out as a guide. Thank you, Mudi, for helping make our journey unforgettable!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
10/10 would recommend - all thanks to SWE, I had one of the best holidays ever!
I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a 10-day adventure to Tanzania, and had one of the BEST holidays ever, all thanks to SWE!
Lulu was extremely prompt and helpful in all communications. I had purchased the flight tickets to Tanzania not knowing how I would like to spend the days in the country. With Lulu's help, I had a perfectly balanced and exciting itinerary that consisted of safari, nature and the beach.
Our safari guide Saidi is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about wildlife. He shared interesting facts and stories about the animals, and also went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great experience e.g. from making sure we are well fed, to collaborating and sharing information with other guides on animal sightings, and also being patient with the group and bringing us to various spots for animal watching. The sheer volume and diversity of animals we encountered in the various national parks was breathtaking - Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro each has their own special sights to offer.
The accommodations were top-notch, with friendly staff, delectable fresh food, with amenities needed to ensure we would be well-rested. We were extremely well fed and well taken care of throughout the safari tour.
After the 4D3N safari tour, we spent a day hiking to the Materuni waterfalls. The trail was muddy - so be sure to wear proper hiking shoes. The waterfall was amazing with incredible power that we were almost drenched despite being quite a distance away; it was rejuvenating.
We ended the trip with a short stay in Zanzibar - absolutely breathtaking clear blue water and white sand beach. It was my first time experiencing such low salinity ocean, where the sea breeze carries little salt to cause the "sticky hair & skin" feeling, really loved it! Lulu had also kindly gifted us free experiences, perhaps coincidentally or not, on my birthday. It was a really nice touch that made the trip even better than it already was.
I would certainly recommend SWE to anyone looking to embark on a holiday of a lifetime to Tanzania :)
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything expertly and perfectly organized and Executed by Ecovic Tours
We had an incredible 3 weeks experience! Everything was organized tip-top, and gave an extra dimension to the saying "this is the pearl of Africa".
First, Vincent designed a trip based on our wishes, showing great ingenuity in organizing permits and accommodations.
Next, our guide Richard not only executed it expertly and perfectly, but he also showed great initiative and flexibility when for instance weather conditions changed and thus chances of detecting animals. In addition, Richard had a vast knowledge of animal and bird behavior, and an incredible eye-sight for spotting.
We have seen the big 5, as well as hyenas, warthogs, vultures, marabous stork, gorillas, chimps, zebras, snakes, giraffes, and so much more. Richard also taught us whole-heartedly about Uganda, its people, languages and its peculiarities.
Also our 16-years old son was a fan of guide Richard.
We are definitely going to recommend Uganda, Vincent and guide Richard and Ecovic Tours to all our friends.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kakasi is so experienced, no viewing opportunity was missed in the NP and Crater.
Tanzania Choice Safaris took care of absolutely every detail of our trip in Africa. Kakasi (the owner) was our driver, and with 25 years of guiding experience we were rewarded with seeing not only the big 5, but also many, many more animals on the open savannas of Tarangire National Park, and in the Ngorongoro Crater. Our first adventure however was to hike the first 9 km of Kilimanjaro, and to finish the trip we spent 5 days on the beaches of the India Ocean on Zanzibar. Our villa had a private swimming pool. Tanzania Choice Safaris hit the ball waaayy out of the park on arranging the perfect Africa vacation. Brenda responded to every question prior to and during our trip immediately as well as providing invaluable information in the planning of our trip. Tanzania Choice Safaris will take the worry out of your Africa trip as well as an amazing success on all levels.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience, very responsive operator!
My wife and I came here on our Honeymoon. Matt and his staff were extremely responsive and professional, and provided us with a great overall experience. Any issues or questions we had during our vacation were handled immediately. If I had to do it all over, I’ll for sure stay with this operator! Very accommodating and will customize your experience exactly how you want.