Roko and Miranda, owners of RokoSafaris Lmt
Roko Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2023)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $70 to $300 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Anneke and Erik | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Roko safaris really goes 'the extra mile'!
As a family of 8 Roko, our two drivers, Jackson and Ole and our cook Mohammed, took good care of us during two weeks!
While we were planning the trip the communication was excellent. Roko and Miranda were flexible before and throughout the trip and adjusted plans when needed. Our journey offered a great mix between safari and hiking. Hiking in Tanzania was what really made this trip different from the usual trips to Tanzania. Our hike from Ngorongoro to Lake Natron was amazing. We also went to the Usambara Mountains. This area is beautiful, combining nature and walking through local villages and not very touristy.
Our accomodations including the campsites were (very) basic but fine. The tents were good and waterproof!
Our trip Tanzania is unforgettable, the land, the wildlife, the hikes, the people.
We are really happy we had a chance to see a little bit of the real Tanzania with Roko Safaris.
NL
Email Koen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Truely going the extra Mile!
We had a wonderful experience with Roko and the rest of his team. One of the main highlights for me was getting to experience the real Tanzania. We visited local markets, saw the village where Roko grew up, and stopped at places where people were preparing BBQ, selling sheep and cows, and milling maize. Moments like these gave us a glimpse into everyday life and made the trip feel very authentic.
That said, the safari itself was also excellent. Roko and Essau (our driver) were great guides—very knowledgeable, good company, and always happy to answer questions. Roko has a amazing eyeside, so he spots the animals way before we even knew they where there. Thanks to him we were able to see all of the Big Five, as well as many other animals. Along the way they shared a lot of interesting information about the animals, the landscape, and the ecosystems, which made the experience even more rewarding.
I believe booking with Roko Safaris gives you a very authentic safari experience. Miranda and Roko tailor the trip to your interests and what you would like to get out of it. If your focus is on seeing the Big Five, that works perfectly. If you are interested in learning more about Maasai culture or visiting local communities, that can also be arranged. They are very flexible and happy to adapt the itinerary.
For me it was a once-in-a-lifetime trip, so many thanks to Roko, Miranda, Essau, and the rest of the team.
NL
Email Desirée | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic authentic private safaris with expert guiding, personal care and true Maasai hospitality.
The four of us booked a 9-day private budgettour with Roko Safaris. They created a fantastic program tailored to our wishes. We wanted to start from Arusha and visit the non-touristic Lake Natron, where Roko and Miranda have their Maasai guesthouse in Engare Sero. From there, we spent 3 amazing days doing wonderful activities: Little Serengeti, seeing the flamingos at Lake Natron, and visiting the waterfall.
Roko is a Maasai man and is proud of his village, which is still very authentic. Definitely worth a visit.
After that, we spent two days in the Serengeti and one day in the Ngorongoro Crater. Roko is an excellent guide. He knows the areas very well and has incredibly sharp eyesight. He always goes for the absolute best wildlife sightings. He really wants you to get almost face to face with the animals — of course from inside the car! Absolutely fantastic.
In Mto wa Mbu, we did a beautiful bike ride through banana plantations and rice fields. We ended the 9-day trip with a day hike on amazing Mount Kilimanjaro and a visit to Moshi.
Owners Roko and Miranda have the motto "we go the extra mile," and in our opinion, they more than live up to that! Everything is possible, and they are very attentive with personal care.
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Email Rolf | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great organisation, nice and very friendly company
Miranda picked us up at arusha airport, the guesthouse, she organised was great. Our driver Öle knew a lot. He is a Maasai, so we learned many new facts about this tribe. Olduvai-gorge was great, the rest of the safari as well. Food was excellent. Roko is a smart and great guy, Maasai. Miranda is from NL. So you have both in one company: African vibes and a European spirit as well 😉
Thanks for everything Kerstin &Rolf
NL
Email Marlies | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful hiking tour in a unique part of Tanzania
Our 5-day walking safari from Ngorongoro to Lake Natron was absolutely fantastic and unforgettable. We have already seen quite some parts of Tanzania in previous journeys, but this tour genuinely impressed us.
The landscapes were spectacular: endless views over the Great Rift Valley and remote Maasai land. Walking through such untouched terrain made the experience feel authentic and far away from the usual tourist routes.
The camping was basic at times (including one night with a bush toilet), but that only added to the adventure. The tents were comfortable and always set up for us. Matrasses and sleeping bags were provided. The cook prepared delicious meals every day, far beyond what we expected in such conditions.
A very special thank you to Miranda and Roko, who went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly.
We highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for a real off-the-beaten-path adventure in Tanzania.
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Email Brittany | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It is a small business owned by very kind people, who give you a very personal experience.
The booking process was super smooth. The communication was fast, and efficient. The tour itself was very special and exceeded our expectations. It was a personal and amazing experience. Miranda and Roko are both very kind and friendly and are there for you to give you a great experience. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a personal experience, supporting small businesses. We did a walking safari, visiting different places, camping at extraordinary spots. If you love camping, you should definitely book this!! Food was great, camping gear perfect and walking amazing.
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Email Daniela | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Small Wonderful Travel Company in the North Tanzania
Small and authentic tour operator based in the Northen Tanzania. The journey, with them, was unforgettable. Miranda and Roko are so nice, nice people! They provided assistance before and during all my stay in Tanzania. I visited different areas and I stayed safe in contact with nature and animals, campings booked were fine and the food was plentiful and tasty . I also discovered uncrowded and peaceful areas thanks to them. During the trip We had some problems with the cars due to bad roads conditions , they solved them very fast. It can happen, you are in Tanzania! I highly reccomend this small company if you are looking something different and special.
Email Resy & Chris | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Walking tour through Ngorongoro Highlands with authentic Maasai connection
Our 5-day Ngorongoro Highlands Hike with Roko was an interesting and enjoyable experience. Day 1 and day 5 are driving days between Arusha and the highlands/rift valley with two walks (Olmoti & Empakaai) added on day 1 which was a good way to start the tour.
Day 2 & 3 were the real walking days with a long descent towards Lake Natron on day 3.
These two days also gave us opportunity to observe and interact with Maasai people who live in the area. This was interesting and made this tour very special.
On day 4 we visited a hot spring near Lake Natron. We weren’t able to do the walk to the waterfall although there was plenty of downtime in the afternoon. We would have liked to do a walk that day as well so worthwhile exploring with Roko in advance if that is possible.
We also had the opportunity to do some bonus game driving in the “little Serengeti” and saw plenty of wildlife during the drive back to Arusha.
The accommodation at the Maasai Guesthouse in Esaserongo was very good.
The meals and snacks provided during the trip were of high quality, with fresh ingredients and good flavours. Don’t worry about getting hungry: Roko, Miranda and the chef will ensure that there is plenty of food.
We would recommend this tour to people who want a small scale tour with walking activities involved, who don’t mind camping in the bush and who are prepared to travel according to “Africa time “ (waiting for things to happen without being clear what you are waiting for).
Email Gabrielle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Perfect Safari Experience — Thank You Lazaro, Miranda, and Roko!
I had the most amazing and perfect trip — truly the experience of a lifetime! My guide, Lazaro, was a local Maasai man who knew the land and animals so well. Even though it’s not a zoo and sightings can be unpredictable, he was patient, knowledgeable, and made sure I saw everything I dreamed of: cheetahs, leopards, lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, flamingos, and so much more.
As a solo female traveler, I always felt completely safe and comfortable. Lazaro was kind, respectful, and professional, and he even helped take great photos of me throughout the trip! He spoke excellent English and went above and beyond — helping me negotiate fair prices for souvenirs, setting up camp, and arranging everything perfectly.
The camping experience was wonderful — the cook prepared delicious meals every night, with plenty to eat, and the tent was very comfortable (I’m used to camping, so I felt right at home). I later learned that I had paid far less for my private safari than others had for shared ones, and I couldn’t believe the value I received.
Lazaro also helped me organize an unforgettable hot air balloon ride — the views over the Serengeti were absolutely incredible and something I’ll never forget. Miranda and Roko handled all my logistics, including airport pickups, drop-offs, and lovely hotel stays before and after the safari. I had some issues with payment when arranging my trip and Miranda was so kind and patient with me. Their communications were always timely and professional, and they even had a gift for me when I arrived.
Everything was seamless from start to finish. I can’t recommend this team enough to anyone thinking about visiting Tanzania.
Thank you so much, Lazaro, Miranda, and Roku, for making my dream safari come true!
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Email Domen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing and authentic tour, great host and guide
It was really amazing tour, Roko and Miranda irganized everything perfectly. It's a small local company and they try their best for every detail. Our guide was also fantastic, he knows every answer about animals, nature, Massai colture...we also had a really good young cook, he made us delicious local food. It's amazing value for money you pay. I fully reccomendet!