Director of Sales at Vision Safari & Tours.
Vision Safari & Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2020)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $1,100 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Stefano | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
staff who followed us step by step with patience and dedication
We took a 4-day tour with Vision Safari & Tour, departing and returning to Zanzibar. The trip was carefully and meticulously organized, from hotel pickup in Zanzibar to our return. The tour, as requested, included sleeping in the same place and taking a different safari each day, about an hour or two's drive from the base. We stayed in a lodge, enjoying its simplicity and pace, sharing the outdoor spaces with rabbits, goats, and small, discreet monkeys. The agency provided constant support and assistance. As soon as we arrived from Zanzibar, we went to Lake Manyara, where we saw, in excellent company, many elephants, giraffes, zebras, and, from afar, two sleeping lionesses. The following day, we went to Tarangire National Park. We also saw many animals, but it was very crowded, which made the tour less enjoyable. However, the place is truly unique, and the landscapes around the river are so impressive that we were satisfied nonetheless. On the third day, we visited the Ngorongoro Crater, whose magnificence and boundless spaces left us breathless. Here, you can breathe in the freedom; you can see the animals from afar, except for the zebras, but perhaps that's precisely the beauty: seeing herds of buffalo, zebras, and gazelles move across these infinite spaces. We also saw a hyena hunting, warthogs, wildebeest, antelopes, and birds perching above the hippos and a serval. The company was excellent, and we had a great time. On the last day, we had a truly unique and profound experience, choosing to visit the Lake Eyasi area, departing at 5 a.m. We had the opportunity to meet and partially participate in the daily lives of two ancient and authentic tribes: the Hadzabe and the Datoga: the former dedicated to hunting with bows and arrows, the latter to working with recycled metals, accompanied by a guide who translated their particular language. We would like to thank, in addition to Gudilah and her staff who followed us step by step with patience and dedication, our guides: the very friendly Ephelress, Nestor, with his sharp eyesight and truly very competent and the young Rama, patient, kind and attentive.
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Email Ansley Sweet | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience - wouldn’t change a thing
We had a perfect experience from start to finish. The communication with Vision was incredible - they always reached out to help plan and explain before I ever felt the need to contact them. I felt very at peace going into the safari that we would have a smooth experience. Our guide was a delight and answered every single question with patience. We had warm lunches every day. Our accommodations were great (especially suricata boma - felt like luxury). We would 100% recommend booking a safari with vision and would never use a different company ourselves. Thank you!!!
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Email Connie | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beyond my wildest expectations!
Even though we purchased the 'budget' safari we were treated to first class service and professionalism. My friend and I came in and left from different airports at different times and they accommodated us each time. They coordinated us well, thanks Gloriana (!) and the drivers were first class and the food was good. The camping was seriously basic but it was all part of tje experience. We got to see so many animals and birds from very close up and more gazelles than I had imagined. We were able to watch a lion eat and a panther stroll as wall as baby lions and cheetahs. This was a great experience that I highly recommend .
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Email Sonia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari experience
Our recent safari to Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara with Vision Safari Tours was nothing short of spectacular, and a huge part of that was thanks to the staff of the agency!
From the moment we started, Stanley wasn't just a driver; he shared insights about animals and landscape we encountered. His ability to spot even the most camouflaged wildlife was truly astounding – we saw almost everything we dreamed of as lions hunting, dozens of elephants, jackal, hippos etc.
We had some awesome picnics out in nature, and at parks with breathtaking views and great food. As for where we stayed, the safari accommodations were top-notch, to be upgraded just the one in Arusha. On top of that, Vision Safari even took us on an interesting tour of Arusha, which was a nice surprise. Then, on our last day, we did a wonderful trek to some waterfalls and visited Serval Park where you can feed the animals – that was a truly unique experience! Ultimately, all of this was possible thanks to Vision Safari's super attentive, ever-present, and incredibly kind organization, thank you Shebbie and Gudilah!!Seriously, they're highly recommended!
Great experience, but:
Just came back from a 7-day safari and I’m overall very happy with the experience.
As a solo traveler, I was placed in a group with clients from other agencies, which is common with smaller companies that outsource to larger ones. That said, my guide Mallissa was absolutely exceptional – professional, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful, especially for photographers. If you're reading this and booking your tour, I highly recommend checking if you can be placed with him.
From the agency side, Hellen was incredibly supportive. In the months leading up to the trip, she answered all my questions promptly and even texted me every day during the safari – something I truly appreciated.
However, I’d like to highlight a few downsides and offer some advice for future travelers:
You will likely be traveling with people staying at different lodges or camps. This means mornings can be inefficient if others in the group are late. Even a 10-minute delay per person can cost you a valuable hour of safari time – which, given the cost of these trips, translates to a lot of wasted value. I fully understand that guides must treat clients with professionalism, but if fellow travelers are consistently late, don’t hesitate to politely speak up.
Some tourists behave inappropriately around wildlife – yelling, making noise, and showing little regard for the animals. While this might be an emotional reaction, it can disturb the animals and ruin the experience for others. If this behavior continues, I suggest calmly asking for silence. It’s important to maintain respect for both the animals and the group.
A couple of issues I encountered with the agency:
I was required to pay the tour in USD while in Tanzania, despite the fact that the use of foreign currency for local payments was officially banned in May. I was expecting to pay in Tanzanian shillings at the equivalent rate, but that was not an option. While I understand that paying in USD is still common practice, it is technically illegal and contributes to broader issues like currency instability. The agency should address this and align with local regulations.
On the last day, a different guide (not Mallissa) took me on a Kilimanjaro hike, which I highly recommend. Everything was great until the end, when the driver who helped me with my luggage at the airport asked, “Do you maybe have some money for me and my family as a tip?”
While tipping is customary in many places, the way the request was made felt uncomfortable and unprofessional to me. As a European, I believe tips should be a reward for exceptional service – as was the case with Mallissa – rather than something expected just because an employee was present for a short interaction. I assume this was a one-off, but I recommend the company train their staff on how to handle such situations more appropriately.
In conclusion, despite these minor issues, I still believe the company’s management deserves five stars. I would definitely recommend them – and especially my guide, Malissa.
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Email Babis | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It couldn't be any better
Vision safari tours are great. We had an excellent service. Their manager was always there to assist us and every night he was coming to the hotel to see if we need anything. Agustino our guide was perfect. He did his best to make us feel comfortable and see as much of the animals. He was very polite and with a great sense of humor. Thank you all. We have a very good time with you.
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Email Jakub | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best of the best!
We are extremely satisfied with the safari's organization and highly recommend Vision Safari & Tour. The 3-day safari was full of excitement, and we managed to see the entire "Big 5." We didn't have to worry about a thing; the food was delicious, the accommodations were in wonderful locations (zebras approached our tent within 5 meters at night!!!), and our luggage left in Arusha was safely stored. The organizers took care of us daily and ensured we lacked nothing. We highly recommend them!!!!
Postscript: The people here are lovely and heartwarming; when they found out it was our honeymoon, they organized a surprise for us.
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Email Jim | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tanzania Vision Safari Tour - Our guide, Lu, was a seasoned professional and was patient with our
Vision personnel were thoughtful, resourceful and considerate. Any problems were resolved seamlessly.
All meals were fresh and delicious.
Much thanks to Mohammed, Shebbie, Gloriana, Lu, Richard, and Benson.
Email Alfie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best experience, made easy by a great tour operator!
Everything was made easy on our safari, when booking everything was tailored to what we needed. The team were patient in sending over revised quotes and helping us understand what options we had! We were collected from the airport and from there on in we didn't have to worry about anything, it was all sorted for us! We drove from Arusha to the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crator! Our tour guide King David was such a nice person who was so knowledgeable and funny, he really made the trip for us! The food from Kind Dennis was sensational was a warm and hearty camping experience.
We got to eat amongst hippopotamus and got to see them in action communicating.
We saw lions with there cubs eating a zebra!
The whole trip truly was special and we made some great friends! We would highly recommend Vision Safari & Tours for making our safari experience unforgettable!
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Email August | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, budget friendly and great for solo travelers
From the moment I made an initial inquiry I and my questions were handled with care and attention. This was especially appreciated as a young solo traveler. Helen who helped me make my booking was always readily available for any questions I had. The tour itself went smoothly. I was picked up from the airport given a complimentary shirt and binoculars (though they may adversities them, they are often absent from many safari jeeps. Having one for myself made the safari 10x better). Saw 4/5 of the big five on the two days I spent and also got to see hyenas, the animal I most wanted to see. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a professional budget friendly safari experience.
