$1,463 to $1,565 pp (USD)
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Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Member Of:
- TATO & TTB
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)
- Destinations:
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Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris Ltd. is a Tanzanian registered Company and licensed tour operator with offices in Arusha, Tanzania. It is jointly owned and operated by Geofrey .E. Nassari resident of Tanzania. We began operations in July, 2013. We offer all types of safaris: traditional driving safaris to all Tanzania National Parks, mountain climbing expeditions, trekking and walking safaris, and beach holidays.
Reviews952
DE
Great Experience with Meru Slopes
In August we went on a seven-day Safari with the company Meru Slopes. We first went to Tarangire National Park, before driving to the Serengeti National Park. The last stop was the Ngorongoro Crater, before we got back to Arusha.
All in all, there is to say that it was an unforgettable experience! We got to see all the animals we wanted to and more! Our guide Francis led us safely through the rough paths of the national parks and made sure our experience was perfect. When we didn’t get to see the Mara River Crossing on the day we were supposed to, he went out of his way to ensure we tried again the next day and we actually got to see the river crossing! He did a great job and we can definitely recommend going on a Safari with him.
The lodges were also mostly flawless and the service was impeccable. Everyone was extremely friendly and welcoming and made sure we felt comfortable at all times.
We also had a contact person in Arusha, Leonard, who organized everything we needed besides the Safari, like transport from and to the airport and when we contacted him via Whatsapp we always got an answer almost instantaneously.
The whole Safari trip was meticulously planned and safely executed by Meru Slopes. We can definitely recommend choosing this company for a Safari in Tanzania, if you want a great experience!
The best safari experience!
Genuinely such an amazing company!
Ireached out with literally way too many things I wanted to do/see and they made it happen for me! My driver was perfectly on time every single day, the
accommodations were great, the food was great (they were able to do gluten free for me), and my driver was just amazing-l saw the big 5, the ugly 5, great migration, and so many others!! He was super experienced and knew where to go and how to get me the best view!!
Communicating was excellent, responded within very short time
Safari package we customized for 8 nights. All hotels and tents were good except one or two. Our driver Gidion was a very knowledgeable and respectful man. He showed us all kinds of animals and described with details. Only issue we had with our vehicle, air conditioning was not working, otherwise everything was perfect.
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Excellent experience
We booked a budget-friendly, 7-day/6-night group safari with Meru, covering Arusha, Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Materuni Waterfall/coffee plantation, and Kikuletwa (Chamka) Hot Springs.
Our interactions with safari specialist Leonard Mkwavi were excellent; he was always quick to respond to my requests for clarification, changes, and additions via WhatsApp following the initial quote received via email. It was a pleasure meeting him in Arusha on our arrival day for the initial briefing (and to set up our data SIM cards for the trip) and saying goodbye on the last day to share our impressions of the safari and organize the final activities.
Payments to Meru—both the deposit and the final balance—were made seamlessly via international bank transfer (avoiding credit card surcharges and the risk of carrying large amounts of cash for the final payment).
Our driver-guide, Godlisten William, was also incredibly attentive and eager to meet our needs; thanks to his years of experience, he proved to be deeply knowledgeable about the environment we were exploring. His driving was excellent—cautious and careful—and he did a great job managing the logistics at the campsites and coordinating the support staff (cook and camp assistant) regarding both the tents and meals. We also want to give huge praise to the cook for delighting us with local specialties at both lunch and dinner—dishes that were delicious, flavorful, and, importantly, healthy! Thank you, Godlisten, for looking after us during our two nights in the Serengeti! All in all, it was an unforgettable experience: in my opinion, camping is the best way to fully embrace the spirit of an African safari, and with Meru, I found an organization that made it possible to realize exactly what I was looking for in the best possible way.
The vehicle used was well-suited to the activity; even when a minor technical issue arose (a dead battery—it happens), Godlisten was quick to resolve the problem without disrupting the itinerary. The seating was comfortable: six seats in total, arranged in three rows with a central aisle. The last two seats were just a bit tight.
Overall, it was an excellent experience with Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris; I would recommend that any independent travelers planning a trip to Tanzania (without going through Italian tour operators) contact them directly with full confidence.
And I’m already missing Africa!
(automatic translation from Italian)
great safari, would highly recommend
i love the length of the safari, our guide John was very accommodating and patient and informational. i like the hotels that the safari had us stay in and the food was great! i got to see all the big 5
Other Safaris & Tours23 – Offered by Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris
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6-Day Private Big 5 Mid Range Tour in Tanzania
$2,025 to $2,127 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro Airport (End)
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6-Day Big 5 Safari to Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro
$2,081 to $2,138 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro Airport (End)
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6-Day Big Five Safari, Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour
$2,097 to $2,193 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight), Arusha (End)
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7-Day Private Luxury Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Tour
$4,388 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Central Serengeti NP, Northern Serengeti NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro Airport (End)
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6-Day Luxury Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing
$3,713 to $3,815 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Northern Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
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8-Day Private Mid-Range Serengeti Wildebeests Migration
$2,925 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)