IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A unique experience through Tanzania and Zanzibar designed by Gloria, leaving us great memories
Overall Experience
We booked a 10-day safari and Zanzibar package with Tanzania Pilgrimage Safaris, visiting Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti, and the beaches of Zanzibar. Overall, it was a unique and memorable journey, and despite a few logistical hiccups along the way, we came home with incredible, unforgettable memories.
The Pros
Outstanding Communication: Communication from April through August was exceptional. Unlike other companies that only communicate via email, Gloria was always available on WhatsApp - both before and during the trip - at any hour and any day of the week. She showed great professionalism, understood our needs, and provided options that fit our budget.
Great Accommodations: All three accommodations during the safari were excellent (Sangaiwe Tented Lodgeת Serengeti Central Lodgeת Mbuni Serengeti Camp).
Dedicated Guide: Our guide, Justin, put in a lot of effort driving throughout the day and was very informative, even when the jeep had issues, sharing facts about the wildlife and the parks.
The Cons
Flight & Itinerary Change: We had originally planned to spend time in the Northern Serengeti to catch the Great Migration before taking a domestic flight to Zanzibar. However, on our first day in Arusha, we were informed that our stay and flight were moved to the Central Serengeti. Despite requesting to keep the original plan, it couldn't be adjusted. We still don't fully understand why this happened, and it unfortunately impacted our final game drive - we had to drive from the north a day after we got there back 3 hours to the Seronera Airstrip.
Wildlife Expectations: While we understand that a safari operator cannot guarantee specific animal sightings, we didn't get to see a cheetah, a hunt, or mating behavior. We expected our guide to be a bit more assertive in searching for these moments, though it could also have been down to nature and weather.
The Bottom Line
Tanzania Pilgrimage Safaris offered the best VALUE FOR MONEY and fit our budget better than any other operator (and I did extensive research). While there were a few issues along the way, we couldn't have done a safari like this within our budget anywhere else. The memories and overall experience we created with them were beyond our expectations.
MO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience!
The whole experience was smooth from consulting to actual safari trip. The tour guide Abdul was nice and professional, he is experienced and know where to take us to see all the animals we wanted to see, it was an amazing trip and full of surprises!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic tour operator, highly recommended!
We have just enjoyed the holiday of a lifetime! We were on safari for six days and everything was superbly organised and executed by Meijo Safaris. From pick up at Arusha airport, exhilarating game drives for the next six days and finally drop off in time for our return flight, we had the most wonderful time. Our guide Emmanuel was passionate about the wildlife and treated us to an outstanding sequence of sightings with his patience and commitment. He even organised a special birthday treat at a Maasai village for my daughter which we will cherish forever. After spending six eventful days together we were sad to say goodbye to Emmanuel, who felt more like family than a guide! We saw all the big five of Africa and many more. Migration of thousands of Wildebeests across the Mara river, a Cheetah with her cute cubs lounging under a tree, a pride of lions with cubs feasting on a wildebeest, a couple of double horned Rhinos, herds of elephants and buffaloes and even an elusive leopard stretched out on a rockface were the highlights. At the end of the tour I was amazed when Daudi from Meijo handed me some money back which I had somehow overpaid. Honesty is a rare virtue in this day and age. Overall, a most wonderful experience. Thank you Meijo safaris! We would highly recommend Meijo and our outstanding guide Emmanuel!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Experience
A truly unforgettable experience! The organization was flawless from start to finish: everything was taken care of down to the smallest detail, with punctuality, professionalism, and meticulous attention to our needs.
Special praise goes to our driver David, who made the safari even more special. He was always available, kind, and professional, demonstrating a profound knowledge of the wildlife and the area. Thanks to his experience, we were able to experience truly thrilling animal encounters and discover many details we would have otherwise missed.
We highly recommend this company to anyone who wants to experience a worry-free African safari, relying on competent and passionate people. A fantastic experience that we will cherish forever!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent safari and cultural experience
We’ve had a tour with Leonard in Aug 2026. It is absolutely amazing. We’ve seen all the animals in our list, including big five, ugly five, the great migration etc. Beyond our expectation, we also see baby lions, baby cheetah, vulture feeding scene. We’ve taken thousands of pictures and videos during the safari time. Leonard knows where to go to find the animals, also all the habits and nature of the animals. Also his driving skills is quite good, which is very important for the safari considering the bumpy road conditions. We’ve got a very good time during the safari, as well as the cultural tour (Masai village, Materuni village, Hadzabi tribe, Datoga tribe, Moshi town etc). Definitely a highly recommend.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very attentive. Excellent Service.
They were very responsive through WhatsApp all the time. And the guides were very experienced all the time. We could see the big five in just one day
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Efficient tour operator offering a great, authentic Safari experience.
We had a wonderful experience with this tour operator on our recent Kenya and Tanzania safari. From the beginning, they were efficient, professional and easy to communicate with, and everything was well organised. The accommodations selected for us were excellent, with beautiful camps, friendly and welcoming staff, and delicious food.
Our guides were knowledgeable and made the safari experience truly special. We had some incredible wildlife sightings and unforgettable moments throughout the trip. The transfers between the different parks sometimes took a little longer than we had anticipated, but the incredible experiences along the way made it all worthwhile. Overall, we had a wonderful African safari holiday and would recommend this tour operator to anyone looking for a well-organised and memorable safari experience.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari! Tekla was helpful, and Antony went the extra mile for amazing views!
We had an amazing experience with Baboon Budget Safaris during our honeymoon in Kenya! Everything was smooth, well organised, and reliable, with great communication throughout.
A special shoutout to our guide Antony, who made our Masai Mara game drives unforgettable. He was a daring and experienced guy who would go the extra mile to get us the best views and photos of the animals. His knowledge and enthusiasm made every drive exciting!
Also, a big thank you to Tekla, who worked behind the scenes to make sure our booking process was seamless. She was always helpful and went above and beyond to assist us with several ad-hoc arrangements during our time in Nairobi.
The stay was comfortable, the safari was incredible, and the overall experience was excellent value for money. Highly recommend Baboon Budget Safaris, Antony and Tekla for an unforgettable Kenya experience!
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly reliable and customer-oriented
An unforgettable safari! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. We saw an incredible amount of wildlife, and the meals provided were delicious. Would definitely book again!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable safari made exceptional by our wonderful guide Ernest
Our safari with Williamson Adventures was an unforgettable experience from beginning to end. Everything was well organised, reliable and thoughtfully arranged, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the extraordinary landscapes and wildlife of Tanzania.
What made this journey truly exceptional was our guide, Ernest. He was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, patient and responsible. Every day, he worked tirelessly—driving long hours, carefully planning our routes and searching for the best wildlife sightings, while always making sure that we felt comfortable and safe.
Ernest’s knowledge of the animals, landscapes and local environment was remarkable. He never simply pointed out an animal; he patiently explained its behaviour, its place in the ecosystem and the challenges it faced. His thoughtful perspective gave us a much deeper understanding of everything we witnessed. Seeing the wildebeest crossing was unforgettable, but what stayed with me most was Ernest’s reminder that, although it was a spectacle for us, for the animals it was a matter of life and death.
Through our conversations, Ernest also shared Tanzania’s history, culture and everyday life with genuine pride and openness. Because of him, I came away with much more than wonderful safari memories—I developed a real affection for Tanzania and a deeper appreciation of its people and culture.
I am sincerely grateful to Williamson Adventures for giving us such a memorable journey, and especially for assigning Ernest as our guide. He is an outstanding ambassador for both the company and Tanzania. I would wholeheartedly recommend Williamson Adventures and Ernest to anyone planning a safari, and I truly hope to return one day.