50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Eye opening experience
Our recent safari in the Maasai Mara National Reserve was truly the experience of a lifetime. From start to finish, everything was impeccably organised, making the entire trip seamless and completely stress-free.
A huge highlight of our adventure was our incredible driver and guide, Peter. He was knowledgeable, passionate, and clearly experienced — you absolutely must ask for him! He went out of his way to take us to the very best sunrise spots, which were simply breathtaking, and he had an amazing eye for spotting animals. Thanks to him, we saw so much more than we ever expected. Even when we had a small hiccup with the car, Peter handled it calmly and professionally, ensuring it didn’t affect our experience at all. His dedication and positive attitude truly made the trip extra special.
One of the most unforgettable moments of the trip was witnessing a lion kill early in the morning. It was such a rare and incredible experience — raw, powerful, and a true reminder of the beauty and intensity of nature. Seeing this unfold in the wild was something we will never forget.
The accommodation was absolutely perfect — comfortable, beautifully set, and the ideal place to relax after exciting game drives. Dinner was fantastic, and breakfast was very good, setting us up perfectly for early mornings out in the reserve.
A visit to a local Maasai village is an absolute must. We had the privilege of visiting the village and the school, and we felt so incredibly welcome. It was a humbling and enriching experience to learn more about the culture and daily life of the community. We left feeling grateful and honoured to have shared in such an authentic and meaningful visit.
We genuinely had the best time of our lives and would recommend this safari to anyone considering it. It was unforgettable in every way!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Helpful
The reason we selected Simbaland was their strong communication, anchored by their point person Maria. As soon as I submitted the bid on Safari Bookings she responded. She quickly prepared quotes and adjusted our itinerary until we had mapped out the perfect safari for us. She was helpful on accommodating our special travel arrangements due to time. As an experienced African traveler, I know things can always go wrong so wanted a company that was responsive. On our trip, the logistics flowed smoothly. We had no issues with the transport. The lodging selections in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro were incredible; beautiful venues and friendly staff. Due to the time of year, we were during the Great Migration so the animal viewing was almost overwhelming. We were able to see the Big 5. My only advice would be if possible to not fit Serengeti and Ngorongoro into a 3 day/2 night block. We had no choice and do not regret it as the sights were incredible, but it was a lot of driving from Arusha. If you have specific interests such as birding or photography, make sure to communicate those to Maria so she can assist with the best guide for your interests. Overall the value was quite good, competitively priced for the bracket, the lodging was excellent, and Maria continued to anchor a supportive staff.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jerry was very knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to get along with
Gorilla Pathfinders exceeded every expectation! As a solo female traveler, I felt completely safe and well cared for throughout the entire journey. They went above and beyond to ensure I experienced everything I had hoped to see along the way. Jerry and Eddie worked seamlessly together and made an outstanding team. The resorts we stayed at were spotless and incredibly comfortable. I highly recommend them — truly a 10 out of 10 experience!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
High praise for African Big Cats Safaris
Sitting at home during a blizzard in Massachusetts today cozy with the wonderful memories of our safari in late January 2026. I was so excited for the trip but the reality exceeded my dreams and expectations. It was important to me to book with a local safari company for their benefit, and to avail of their knowledge and expertise. After lots of research and emails with several companies I found on Safaribookings.com, I chose African Big Cats Safaris for their professionalism and flexibility. Together we curated an itinerary that exactly matched our budget, accommodation wishes and wildlife goals. However, the key to the most rewarding safari is the guide, and ABCS did not disappoint when they assigned Obedi to us. He was fun, professional, kind, knowledgeable, and an excellent driver who was determined that we would have the best possible safari experience, with great memories to recount. It was a wonderful trip!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing in every way!
This truly was a trip of a lifetime thanks to the care and attention to detail of Tapestry of Africa. From our initial outreach to Matt, one of the co-founders, to the day-by-day interaction with Hilda, Albert's (the other co-founder) warm welcome and wonderful send-off we couldn't have asked for anything more! We had two guides -- one for Kenya (Joe) and one for Tanzania (Josphat) really made this a special experience. They were extremely knowledgeable and able to spot the best animals a mile away! Thanks to their eagle eyes we didn't miss a thing! We even saw two leopards and the elusive black rhino. All of our accommodations were excellent, but the Breezes Resort in Zanzibar was a special treat and the perfect way to end our safari. Other highlights of our trip (I was with my sister) were: the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, a hot air balloon ride at dawn, and a visit to a spice farm and Stone Town in Zanzibar, including an al fresco lunch of authentic Swahili food. Matt and Hilda were especially helpful in tailoring our trip to accommodate all our specific requests and helping with several last minute changes that we requested. My sister and I would recommend Tapestry of Africa without any hesitation to anyone who wants to go on Safari. Be sure to stay at Mbali Mbali Camp, my personal favorite!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Family Sadari
Amazing and unforgettable experience, thanks to Esther and her superteam, who dealt with our requests, changes and questions with such patience and problem solving, we were absolutely sure we were in good hands all the time, in case of any need we could have. Accommodations very well selected.
Our guide beyond expectations, punctual and reliable every time, suggesting some extra activities we could decide whether to do or not.
Great great value for money, we enjoyed every moment of our safari!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Disappointing and no follow up
7 months ago
TRAVELLERS BEWARE OF BOOKING
Where do I start? So we went on an amazing African Safari that we booked with another tour group . It was amazing. The flights the transfers the food the value. Everything was beyond our wildest dreams . My husband wanted a 5* Beach experience for 6 nights on a beautiful white sandy walking beach where we could be spoiled a little after the early mornings and long days on safari. As we hadn’t had a honeymoon after our recent wedding my husband Booked Dream of Zanzibar. Location was perfect for the excursions we wanted to go on , the beach was also what we were looking for ,premium food and drinks and service. After finishing our safari in Arusha we stayed the night before catching flight to Zanzibar. This is the email I received from Paradise & Wilderness -
*Trust this email finds you well,
Please be advised that we have just have just received word that some of our rooms are under maintenance this week at Dream of Zanzibar and have been closed, so we are unable to accommodate your booking at Dream of Zanzibar from the 12th - 18th Feb 2025, however we do nit want to leave our guest stranded so we have secured accommodation for you at our sister property - Reef and Beach resort, in our New Ocean Front Rooms for the duration of your stay.*
We booked it May 2024 and paid in full Jan 27 at which time I would think they would have had an idea the room was not available.
Upon googling the new accommodation the Reef & Beach was a 3*- we were less than happy. I spent the day researching other accommodations to no avail. We did appreciate they put us somewhere but it was no where compared to what we booked and paid $$$ for.
The resort was 20 min further from the airport and stone town. Upon arrival at reception it was old and worn we were not greeted with enthusiasm and that’s what began the downhill experience . There was no white sandy walking beach . It was a seaweed farm for a beach and upon the tide going out was all rocks. The room upon entering had a foul smell. They moved us to a recently cleaned room and after 6 hours it too had a nasty odour. Something with the new rooms. We met the manager Deborah -who I can give a raving review about she went above and beyond to help better our experience but at the end of the day you cannot make a 3* resort into. 5 * I can go on and on about all the things that transpired but there is no need.We spent more money elsewhere on the nicer beach, taxis back and forth and for meals at other restaurants as the food at the buffet was less then enjoyable ,after 11 days of safari 5 * food.
At the end of the day we were not compensated for the price paid and what we received and the terrible experience.. We both own companies and understand things happen however the person we were communicating with basically humoured us with some communication and made many excuses as to why the company had not gotten back to us, until she ghosted us completely. Not sure if the company even knew about our complaints. I did try different ways to write emails but have never heard back from anyone else in this Company. We were never rude or nasty in any of of emails but a-matter of fact that we expected some kind of compensation. Nothing. She even asked for our direct deposit info. This happened in Feb and we communicated until May 1 it is now July. We are very well travelled and have never dealt with a company that would treat it clients like it doesn’t matter. I have never written a negative review or had the need to, but decided I would let the company and future clients know of our experience . Needless to say our experience in Zanzibar was very disappointing.. Again I want to commend the Manager Deborah for going above and beyond she was the ray of Sunshine!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Had a great time, my guide was professional, friendly and knowledgable
Had a great time, my guide was professional, friendly and knowledgable. He was also very fun to talk to. The lodge I stayed at was very nice. There were zebras grazing in the lawn. My guide had high quality binoculars on the trip for me to use, and whenever needed, he would find a way to be as close to the animals as possible. He communicated well about tour timings, and kept everything on schedule. Would recommend booking with Iyana, and if you get Samson as your driver-guide, you should know you're in good hands!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This tour was incredible! The guide was exceptionally kind and made everyone feel welcome.
Our decision to spend five days on safari with Lobo Africa was truly the best one we could have made, especially with Immanuel as our guide. The entire trip was seamless and perfectly organized. We felt safe, captivated, and completely at ease throughout.
Immanuel was constantly attentive to our needs. Calm, kind, and respectful, he made every moment enjoyable for the whole group. Traveling with him was a real pleasure. His deep love for nature and his impressive knowledge of Tanzanian wildlife made the experience even more enriching for all of us. We particularly appreciated how he treated the animals with care and respect, making visiting their natural habitats a responsible and ethical experience.
Each day brought new and unforgettable adventures. He had an incredible knack for spotting animals and ensuring we didn't miss anything special. The accommodations and meals throughout the trip were of excellent quality and added to the overall comfort of our safari. We are truly grateful for this exceptional experience and highly recommend your services. Thank you for making our trip so memorable.
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CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very knowledgeable and pleasant to be around
I had a great experience with Dav Safaris. They did an excellent job planning my accommodations, made it possible to enjoy a wide range of activities while staying within my budget, and took very good care of me throughout the trip. I also really appreciate Isaac for being such a knowledgeable and supportive guide. Highly recommended!