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Ecolife Tours and Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2025)
- Member Of:
- TTB & TANAPA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $1,120 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Fan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable Tanzania safari with Eco Life and an outstanding guide
We had a truly wonderful safari experience with Eco Life Tours & Safaris, and almost everything that had been agreed in advance was delivered very well.
From the booking process to the actual safari, the itinerary, accommodations, private vehicle, domestic flight and overall arrangements were all handled professionally. We had spent quite a lot of time discussing the details before the trip, and it was reassuring to see that the commitments in our agreement were carried out properly once we arrived in Tanzania.
A very special part of the experience was our guide, Simon. He was not only an excellent driver and wildlife guide, but also incredibly knowledgeable, patient and enthusiastic throughout the journey. With his help, we saw all of the African Big Five and identified more than 60 different animal species. We learned a huge amount about animal behavior, the ecosystem and the Serengeti during our time together.
The wildlife experiences were far beyond what we had expected. We were lucky enough to witness two wildebeest river crossings during the Great Migration. What impressed us just as much was watching the behavior before the crossing — thousands of wildebeest and zebras hesitating at the riverbank, waiting and watching, and at one point seeing a single wildebeest finally gather the courage to cross alone.
We also saw more than 100 lions during the trip and witnessed some extraordinary scenes: a lion hunt that failed, a group of 11 lions successfully surrounding and hunting an antelope, lions confronting buffalo and eventually giving up, and a leopard resting high in a tree while preparing for its next hunt. These were moments that are almost impossible to describe and will stay with us for a very long time.
What made the safari especially memorable was that it was not simply about seeing animals. Simon helped us understand what we were seeing — why animals behaved in certain ways, how predators hunt, how different species interact, and how the migration works. That made the experience much richer.
We came back from Tanzania with thousands of photos, many unforgettable memories, and a much deeper appreciation for African wildlife.
We would happily recommend Eco Life Tours & Safaris, especially for travelers who want a well-organized private safari and a knowledgeable guide who genuinely loves wildlife.
A big thank you to Jonyo, Simon and the Eco Life team for making this such a memorable journey.
Email Matthew | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful
Outstanding! From the start to the finish, the experience was special. Thank you so much we saw a lot, some unbelievable memories and I hope Rosie appreciates them as much as we have. Joakim, our driver and guide, was great, his knowledge and patience was appreciated. Matt
Email Jessica | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Patient, funny, and genuinely invested in making sure I got the trip I came for
Four days and three nights through Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and the Serengeti with Eco Life Tours, and they nailed every single piece of it. Pickup was on time, the vehicle was comfortable, and I never once had to wonder what was happening next — the whole trip just ran.
The real standout was my guide, Jimmy. He knew exactly where to be and when, spotted animals I would have driven right past, and answered every question I threw at him about the wildlife, the parks, and Tanzania itself. Patient, funny, and genuinely invested in making sure I got the trip I came for. If you book with Eco Life Tours, ask for Jimmy.
Email Gopa Das | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A life time memorable journey
An unforgettable African safari tour blended with stunning landscapes with incredible wildlife encounters.
The whole Serengeti safari trip and Zanzibar sea Beaches were really very remarkable. The witnessing the Great Migration in the Serengeti National Park under the expert guidance of our tour operator, the selection of our camps in Serengeti and resorts beside the beaches were very elegant and comfortable. The whole itinerary was planned properly considering the exertion of game drives and relaxation at the beach to provide a complete relaxing and adventurous trip, which will be remembered life long.
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Email Bimalendu Mehta | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A standard sightseeing trip transformed into an unforgettable journey
It was an excellent tour experience which is a combination of good knowledgeable and friendly engaged expert guide having deep cultural context, Along with a proper seamless and well-paced itinerary planned for all the site visits, by very good selection of comfortable accommodation at each site with good food quality.
The unique access for special moments and hidden spots allowed us to enjoy the enjoying moments with unique local insights making the site seeing more adventurous and memorable. .
The Logistics was very smooth and comfortable with On-time departures, clear communication, and comfortable transport
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Email Uygar | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We are very fortunate to have encountered such a flawless organization.
Our expectations were high, but this tour exceeded our expectations. We were both lucky and had a very experienced guide, making it a flawless experience.
TR
Email Duygu Yiğit | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safe and comfortable
We had fun without a single worry, feeling completely safe and comfortable. We started our safari in Northern Serengeti (Kogatende). Our journey then continued through Central Serengeti and ended in Ngorongoro. We visited some truly beautiful places, stayed in wonderful accommodations, and our guide was very careful and professional throughout the trip. Thank you so much for everything—it was an unforgettable experience!
SG
Email Chan Jackie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well-organised and beyond expectations!
It was a bit of a headache looking through the long list of operators but I eventually emailed a few to get some quotations. As a frequent traveller who can work out a 1-month itinerary easily in 2 weeks, the first thing I appreciated was the speed of response from Jonyo. I was able to nail down everything with him swiftly while he also made adjustments/recommendations based on my preferences. When the final quotation came and I made the deposit, other operators were still engaging me on an on-off basis.
Second was the competitive quotes. I spent 18 days in Tanzania going up Killimanjaro (7D Lemosho route), doing a 5D safari in Serengeti before chilling out at Zanzibar. For this holiday, I was generally looking at a mid-range budget and I thought the prices quoted for a Kili private guide and safari were very competitive with respect to the other quotes I received, including budget and luxury options. From the quotation, all the accomodations look decent (we are particular about that) and in reality they were above our expectations which we were pleasantly surprised and definitely impressed!
Ecolife was also able to accomodate my request to specifically stay at Manta Resort on Pemba Island while at Zanzibar and helped to reach out to the resort to make necessary arrangements. Initially I tried to contact Manta Resort myself but it was taking too long to respond via email and, while Ecolife was able to settle everything quickly presumbly with phone call etc. In the end I decided to let Ecolife sort out my entire itinerary in Tanzania including the internal flights. I was glad I did that because when Flightlink temporarily suspended their flight to Pemba, Jonyo immediately made the adjustment and booked us on another flight so that our itinerary was not affected.
Pre-trip and throughout the trip, there was clear communiation and quick replies were given when clarifications were needed while on trip. When I highlighted that I was interested to see a potential crossing of the wildebeest at Gurmeti River, our base camp for the safari was in Western Serengeti, notably closer to where the wildebeests were starting to gather. Although we did not manage to see any crossing in June (it was a slim hope anyway) but the thoughtfulness in the planning of our route was evident.
Lastly, they got us good guides for different segments of our trip.
For Mount Kilimanjaro we had Rumi who paced us well and on assessing us on a daily basis, he challenged us to scale Kili in 6D instead of our intended 7D. He had confidence in us and we did it! On hindsight, that also gave us a much needed extra day of break before our safari. Rumi is also well-trained with good knowledge in medication and emergency, which was important to us because my friend had HAPE last year when scaling Everest Base Camp. We felt assured with him.
For Safari we had Simon. Simon has very sharp eyes, able to spot the animals out of nowhere. He was the reason we complete our Top 5 with the Rhino in Ngorogoro crater. He guided us to the black specks in a distance and we could only make out the rhino with the binoculars. Lastly, I enjoyed listening to him sharing the interesting background information about the areas we were visiting and also of the animals. This goes beyond animal spotting and I appreciated that.
I am typically an independent traveller who likes to have a hand in planning my itinerary. But Ecolife did a good job in working out the itinerary based on my goals and provided a reliable service that I could turn to while on trip.
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Email Belle | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Comfortable, fantastic and well-arranged 7 days safari
The 7 days safari tour was well organized, the service was great throughout the journey. Not to forget, the driver and guide, Raymond, asante sana for the awesome game drive.
NZ
Email Ben | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable safari experience with an outstanding guide
We had an absolutely incredible safari experience and cannot recommend this company highly enough.
From the very beginning, everything was organized professionally and communication was excellent. The entire trip ran smoothly, allowing us to focus on enjoying the experience rather than worrying about logistics.
The highlight of the trip was undoubtedly our guide, Simon. We saw far more wildlife than we ever expected, and that was largely thanks to his expertise, dedication, and knowledge of the parks. Whenever information about a sighting came over the radio, Simon seemed to know exactly where to go and how to position us for the best possible viewing opportunities. His understanding of animal behaviour, the park layouts, and the surrounding environment was truly impressive.
What set Simon apart even further was the depth of knowledge he shared throughout the safari. Thanks to his educational background and hiking experience, every game drive became an opportunity to learn. He was always happy to answer questions and explain not only what we were seeing, but also the wider ecosystem, animal behaviour, and conservation efforts.
Beyond being an exceptional guide, Simon was simply a great person to spend time with. He was professional, friendly, enthusiastic, and genuinely passionate about what he does. His enthusiasm was infectious and played a huge role in making this such a memorable trip.
Thanks to Simon and the team, we experienced countless unforgettable wildlife sightings and created memories that will last a lifetime. If you're considering a safari, we would wholeheartedly recommend booking with them and, if possible, requesting Simon as your guide.
Thank you again for an amazing experience.