$2,552 to $2,693 pp (USD)
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Serengeti Smile Team
Serengeti Smile
- Office In:
- Size:
- 50-100 employees (Founded in 2020)
- Member Of:
- Tanzania Tourist Board & AMREF FLYING DOCTORS INSURANCE
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
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SERENGETI SMILE is the Best Tour Operator organizing Wildlife Safaris, Beach Holidays, Mountains Trekking, and Cultural Tours in Tanzania. We organize highly professional Safaris and Holidays to the most magnificent destinations offering an amazing experience for a lifetime.
Reviews882
NZ
Short and sweet safari
We took a short 3-day safari with Serengeti Smiles and it was an excellent choice. We had a day in Tarangire and saw so many different types of animals including the most elephants I’ve ever seen. We had a very nice hotel stay for the 2 nights in Karatu with beautiful rooms and the friendliest people. Our second day involved meeting some local tribes by Lake Eyasi, the Hadzabe and the Datoga. Spending a few hours with the Hadzabe as they shared how they maintained one of the last hunter/gatherer lifestyles in the world was one of the most unique experiences I’ve ever had. Another stay at our Karatu hotel with some time by the pool and our last day was at Ngorongoro Crater where we saw plenty of lions, hyenas, warthogs, elephants, baboons and the elusive black rhino. I can’t thank our guide Barnabas enough, he was really friendly and knowledgeable, he looked after us really well and made our safari a wonderful experience. His animal spotting is excellent and his laugh very infectious, we couldn’t recommend more!
Barnabas is the best!
Barnabas was a fantastic safari guide and I would recommend him to anyone. From the minute he picked us up at the hotel, he was informative and stopped throughout the journey to show us interesting places and tell us information about the local area including the history, farming, local culture and wildlife. We really appreciated his great sense of humour and positive energy which he brought whether it was 6am at the start of a safari or 7pm after a long day.
In both parks, Barnabas seemed to always be in the right place at the right time. We saw lions mating, elephants crossing the road with their calves, a rare rhino in the bush and many more animals including giraffes, hyenas, baboons, hippos, ostriches, gazelles, warthogs. He knew so much about all of the different species and would share facts with us during the duration of the safari.
Barnabas is an excellent driver and he was highly competent at navigating the roads. He was also super punctual and always met us on time and was where he said he would be. We appreciated his flexibility, for example, stopping off at a shop so that we could buy some artwork or starting the day early so that we could maximise our time at the national parks.
Overall, I would definitely recommend Barnabas to anyone wanting to see Tanzania’s amazing wildlife up-close. He is a truly great guide with a great sense of humour.
IT
Smile with Serengeti…Smile
When you travel in Africa forget Europe …this is Africa. Nonetheless all was perfect as per Serengeti Smile plan…we had minor problem during a night stay ( Serengeti classic view camp …in my personal top 3 of African travels ) and it was fixed despite we were in the middle of nowhere …for the rest, you need a good , calm , smart driver who cares about safe driving ( we had it ) …and then , with a bit of luck , you see all you can see…we can’t book appointments with wild animals…
RU
An Unforgettable Safari with Incredible Sightings!
We have just returned from an absolutely incredible safari trip, and it far exceeded our expectations in so many ways.
The wildlife viewing was simply phenomenal. We were lucky enough to see every animal we could have possibly hoped for. The absolute highlight was a once-in-a-lifetime sighting of a serval with her kitten! Our guide explained just how rare this is, and we felt so privileged to witness it. It’s a moment we will never forget.
Our accommodations were excellent for the most part. One lodge was particularly stunning—incredibly beautiful and full of authentic atmosphere. The only small downside was that the Wi-Fi at one of the lodges was quite weak, but to be honest, it was a nice excuse to disconnect. The food at the lodges was very good, offering a great variety of tasty meals. The only letdown food-wise were the packed lunch boxes provided for full-day game drives; they weren't very tasty and could be improved.
Our driver/guide was the heart of our experience. He was exceptionally knowledgeable and passionate. Not only did he expertly track the Big Five, but he also enthusiastically pointed out and identified countless birds and other animals during our drives. He even carried a well-used copy of "Birds of Eastern Africa" with him, which he constantly referred to, making every journey between locations an educational tour in itself.
The safari vehicle was decent and got us everywhere we needed to go. It was a bit old, but it was functional and didn't detract from the overall amazing experience.
In summary, this was a truly memorable adventure. The incredible animal sightings, led by the rare serval, the beautiful camps, and our exceptional guide made this a trip of a lifetime. We would highly recommend this tour operator
US
Libay went above and beyond to give us the best experience possible!
We just returned from an unforgettable 4-day safari with Serengeti Smile, and we can’t say enough positive things—especially about our amazing guide, Libay. Our group of three couples explored Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti, and a Maasai village, and every moment was thoughtfully planned and perfectly executed. From the very beginning, Libay was prompt, courteous, and incredibly professional. He was efficient, safe, and patient, but also had excellent time management, ensuring we saw and experienced as Miya’s possible without ever feeling rushed. He was personable, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the wildlife and the region. He answered every question with enthusiasm and depth. Thanks to Libay, we saw every one of the Big Five, including a cheetah, rhino, elephants, buffaloes, and multiple lions—he truly made sure we missed nothing. He went above and beyond to give us the best experience possible. If you’re considering a safari, I highly recommend Serengeti Smile—and if you’re lucky enough to get Libay as your guide, you’re in for the trip of a lifetime!
Other Safaris & Tours41 – Offered by Serengeti Smile
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3-Day Best Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara Trip
$1,052 to $1,071 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
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5-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara Perfect Trip
$1,321 to $1,372 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Moshi (Start), Arusha (City), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Moshi (End)
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3-Day Luxury Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara Tour
$1,195 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
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3-Day Wildlife and Cultural Experience in Tanzania
$1,052 to $1,071 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Eyasi, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
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4-Day Classic Wildlife & Cultural Experience Safari
$1,372 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Eyasi, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
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4-Day Arusha NP, Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Manyara Safari
$1,422 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Arusha NP, Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
