Brilliant Adventures and Safaris

5.0/5 – 110 Reviews

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Brilliant Adventures and Safaris

5.0/5  
(110 Reviews)
Office In:
Tanzania Tanzania
Size:
10-20 employees (Founded in 2017)
Member Of:
Tanzania Association of Tour Operators
Tour Types:
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations:
Tanzania TZ
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Founded out of a love for the extraordinary nation we are fortunate enough to call home, Brilliant Adventures and Safaris is a local, family-owned tourism company in Tanzania. We offer tailor-made packages from the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Manyara to Mount Kilimanjaro to the white beaches of Zanzibar. With years of experience, we aim to ensure effectiveness, efficiency and competence in customer service and establish the company as a renowned and top-notch

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Trip of a lifetime- absolutely Brilliant!
5/5

We did a custom mid-luxury package with Brilliant Safaris and had a truly incredible time. We did 5 nights on safari on mainland Tanzania, followed by 5 nights in a luxury beach resort in Nungwi, Zanzibar.

On our safari we spent a day in Taranagire National Park, two and a half days in Serengeti and a day in the Ngorongoro crater. We saw so many animals up close, including two prides of lions, a hippo territory fight, a newborn baby giraffe, and so many others including the big 5. All of the accommodation was fantastic with a highlight being the two nights spent in Into the Wild camp with a group of buffalo congregating outside our tent. We had been nervous about food but it was all amazing, with plenty of choice for every meal.

We had booked a private tour so we had our driver and jeep to ourselves and had lots of space with really high quality food and snacks the whole way through.

Our driver George was incredible. His knowledge of the animals and the parks was remarkable. He taught us a lot about Tanzanian cultures (including our new favourite song Jambo Bwana).

He was so flexible and accommodating, always really patient with us being slightly late and finding a way for us to get the best experience possible at all times, knowing when to wait and when to move onto the next exciting adventure. He had such a lovely manner about him, a true gentleman.

We really enjoyed Zanzibar, and could have spent longer there!
Our hotel was great, with wonderful staff, lots of lovely activities like volleyball, a village walk, and leaf weaving with the ground staff.
The food was excellent, lots of choice, and amazing fresh fruits used in drinks at the bar.
We did two tours from the hotel- to a spice farm at which we learned so much, and a dolphin and snorkelling boat trip which was amazing.

Julieth from Brilliant Safaris was incredible from start to finish. She accommodated a number of changes to our itinerary, took care of internal flights, car transfers, Luggage storage- the works!
She had lots of information about vaccines, visas, what to pack et cetera which was so helpful.

Overall we had a Brilliant Safari 😉 Would absolutely book with this company again!

Unforgettable Experience in Tanzania
5/5

Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Adventure – A Trip We’ll Never Forget!

My wife and I just returned from our Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar trip, and honestly, it was the adventure of a lifetime. From the moment we landed in Kilimanjaro to our final day in Zanzibar, the whole journey was smooth, exciting, and filled with memories we’ll carry forever.

When we first arrived, Julieth welcomed us at the office and walked us through everything we needed to know. She explained the itinerary in detail, gave us helpful tips, and even helped us book a few extra excursions on the spot without any hassle. That personal touch really set the tone for the trip.

But what truly made this safari special — and I cannot emphasize this enough — was our guide, Bony. He wasn’t just a guide; he became the heart of our experience. From Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti, he made sure we didn’t miss a thing. Thanks to him, we saw all of the Big Five, but it wasn’t just about spotting animals — it was about how much he genuinely cared.

Bony has a way of bringing the safari to life. His knowledge of the wildlife was incredible, and he answered every question with excitement and patience. He clearly loves Tanzania and its animals, and that passion was contagious. He was always on time, never rushed us, kept the vehicle stocked with drinks and snacks, and made every drive feel effortless (even on those bumpy roads). It honestly felt like traveling with family.

What impressed us most was how his care extended beyond the trip. Even after we came back home, he still checks in with us and shares updates of the migration via WhatsApp. That kind of thoughtfulness is rare, and it shows how much pride he takes in making sure his guests feel connected long after they leave. If you’re lucky enough to get Bony as your guide, you’re in for something truly special.

In Zanzibar, Abdullah was our driver, and he too was wonderful. Friendly, accommodating, and quick to adjust when we asked to detour to Old Town so we could get some proper vegetarian food.

Now, for future travelers, a few things to keep in mind (aka the CONS):

• Vegetarian food was a bit of a challenge, especially with the takeaway safari lunches and limited options at the lodges. If you’re vegetarian, you might want to bring some snacks to supplement.
• One of the Serengeti lodges was a bit too remote, which meant when it rained, the roads were tough to navigate. Staying somewhere more central would have helped us maximize our game drive times.
• Our second stay at Escapment Lodge wasn’t as smooth as the first — mosquitos, no hot water, and even early wake-up calls meant for the front desk.
• Zanzibar was beautiful, but our resort was far from most of the main activities. If we could do it again, we’d split time between Nungwi and Old Town to cut down on travel time.
• Lastly, tipping adds up fast. The culture around it sometimes felt a little pressured, so I recommend bringing plenty of small bills in cash.
Despite those small challenges, this was a magical trip. The wildlife, the landscapes, the culture — and most of all, the people like Julieth, Abdullah, and especially Bony — made it unforgettable. We left Tanzania not only with incredible memories but also feeling like we had made a true friend in Bony.

If you’re considering a safari in Tanzania, don’t hesitate. And if you get Bony as your guide, you’ll quickly see why we can’t stop singing his praises. He truly made this the trip of a lifetime!

Tuma was fantastic, informative, and kind. He made the whole experience!
5/5

We chose the mid-luxury option for our 5 day honeymoon, our expert was Julie and guide was Tuma.

-Julie was really helpful in giving us iterative feedback on how we mapped and utilized the time and budget for maximum enjoyment!

-Mid-luxury was perfect, the accommodations were way nicer than I expected - they were clean, stylistic, excellent food and service. We were sad to leave each place. Each place was slightly different, and it's hard to choose our favorite!

-One thing that stood out to me was the car that Brilliant Safari used. A safari is essentially a multi-day roadtrip in rugged terrain, so having a really comfortable and modern and safe car is really critical. Our car was the best one we saw!

-As a vegetarian, I was a little nervous about the food options, but I was really well taken care of. Things were well-flavored, healthy, and balanced.

-The experience itself was amazing. Tuma knew what we were interested in seeing, and spent time teaching us and answering all our questions. He was willing to wake up early when we wanted to, stay later when we wanted to, noticed when we were feeling tired, etc.

-Speaking of Tuma, I highly recommend him! He was a legend on the road and seemed to train so many folks, so it was nice to be with someone so well experiened.

-After evaluating almost 10 safari companies, we chose Brilliant because of the value and Julie's responsiveness and approachability. After the safari, I'm so glad we did that!

Joshua and Gladys were extremely professional, kind and clear! Couldn’t fault them.
5/5

We had only three days to explore the Serengeti. This happened and we were able to see 71 sightings of animals, 4/5 of the big five! We did manage to get to nearly see the rhino, but missed it by a millisecond. Our operator, Joshua was extremely professional and knowledgeable. The food at the lodge was amazing and the lodge itself was protected by the ranger and Masai. Life changing experience.

Out of this world Brilliant
5/5

Me and a friend were trying to find a mid budget, reliable safari for our first trip and we came across too many suggestions, recommendations and companies. Its really overwhelming finding the right tour guide until… I came across Brilliant which matched our needs.
From the minute of emailing to connecting on whatsapp, everything was as smooth as possible.
Wonderful Gladys was on point with her communication and commitment to finding our best budget safari without compromising comfort on this trip of a lifetime. She was fast, reliable and friendly despite me contacting her 2 days before and only giving a very short time to arrange everything. She was continuously available and willing to answer all my questions and changes when needed.
In terms of budget, I believe we received the best out there.

Upon arrival, we were met with Gladys and our tour guide Joshua. Joshua is the best out there. He is reliable, managed our expectations from the beginning and didn’t promise big things. He was incredibly skilled in his job and knew exactly how to find the animals and we learnt so much about the Serengeti, the animals the ecosystem and cultural aspects. He did not leave any leaf unturned and took his time and professionalism above and beyond our expectations.
Thank you so much to the team for making this the BEST trip for me and my friend. We cannot say enough good words about Brilliant - you will not be disappointed.

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