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Geoffrey   –  
United States US
Visited: June 2018 Reviewed: Jul 2, 2018

Email Geoffrey  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

We enjoyed our safari a lot - a diverse experience of both Mikumi NP and Udzungwa Mountains NP
4/5

Overall, we were quite pleased with the safari. We were worried that we might not see many animals in the southern parks, but we saw everything we had hoped to - lions, giraffes, zebras, cape buffalo, and more. In the mountains, we even spotted an endemic monkey, which was pretty cool (the waterfalls were also incredible to see).

One drawback to this tour (Mikum, Udzungwa Mountains, & the Kilombero River) is that there was a LOT of driving. It was interesting to see an authentic taste of rural Tanzania, but the organization of the trip meant that all of our last day was spent on the road. The first lodge we stayed at was really lovely; the second was not so great (the same was true for the food). The canoeing portion of the trip was a bit disappointing because it was so short. However, none of these things detracted very much from a very enjoyable experience. Our guide Roman was very friendly and very helpful and the customer service before and after the trip was excellent. If you're looking for a good tour of the southern circuit, this is a great choice.

Irene   –  
Germany DE
Visited: April 2018 Reviewed: Jun 23, 2018

Email Irene

Excellent Safari experience of our lifetime
5/5

I was in a 10 Days tour in Tanzania with my friend Kate Huber. Mr Donatus organized excellently every tip for us . We had a 5 Days tour to Mount Kilimanjaro through Marangu Route. This was our dream and we really enjoyed to the maximum. The Guide,the Cook and Laggage Helpers were very very friendly. Mount Kilimanjaro is beautiful through this Company. Our safari to Mikumi and Boat trip in Selous were amazingly a dream comes true. Lastly we had a short beach Experience in Zansibar. "What a Paradise on earth!". We thank very much this Company and all the workers and we really recommend people to travel with them because you will never regret.

Irene & Kate
Deutschland

Sophia   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: June 2018 Reviewed: Jun 20, 2018

Email Sophia  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Brilliant
5/5

Excellent service from first email!
I have been on safari in TZ several times before, but this was by far the best thanks to my Guide Wiliam. He went out of his way to help as much as possible. He was extremely knowledgeable and patient with my many questions about the wildlife in Selous. The chef at the camp was also ace. The food was better than in many fancy restaurants in TZ. I met some wonderful fellow safari goers at the camp. The camp was comfortable and peaceful. Much appreciated after the madness or Dar. Unfortunately, I had a few big problems in Dar and this safari company stretched themselves beyond the call of duty to help. Wiliam helped me so much !!! Cannot thank him enough. I will definitely do another trip with this company.
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anonymous   –  
United States US
Visited: June 2018 Reviewed: Jun 11, 2018

Email anonymous  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Great Safari Experience on a Budget!
4/5

For the price that my group paid, this was a great way to experience a safari in a decent amount of time. Our tour experience was 2 days 1 night and we saw everything we wanted to see within that time frame. This tour exceeded my expectations with the amount of quality service that was provided for us during our time. My group booked the tour 3 days before we actually went and the company organized everything efficiently, which was nice especially since it was short notice. Highly recommend!

Matt   –  
Hong Kong HK
Visited: May 2018 Reviewed: May 6, 2018

Email Matt  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

The review below is the personal opinion of Matt and not that of SafariBookings.
Did not get picked up, terrible experience
1/5

It all went well before our trip. We got our quote, discussed with the company various information about our trip and pick up time, our number of guests etc... And we were anticipating our first safari experience.

We did not get picked up eventually. We have waited for an entire hour at the pick up spot, but we never saw the guide coming. In desperation, we tried to contact the company through all possible means -- WhatsApp, email, calling their number, and even trying to search for more contact information. All the call numbers cannot be reached, and no reply from the WhatsApp and email whatsoever.

We ended up losing all hope and ran to the town, booking another company in last minute.

We got contacted 3 hours later via WhatsApp, and we were told that the phone of the contact person has been stolen and thus the events that occurred. By then we already agreed to take an offer from another company. We were also very disappointed by the explanation, since we doubted whether it is entirely impossible to inform us via email, something that can be accessed with any laptop computer. We could also be easily found at our pick up location and informed in person, but we never saw that happen.

All in all, it was a terrible experience, and we wish that this would not happen to other travellers.

Roxane   –  
France FR
Visited: March 2018 Reviewed: Mar 5, 2018

Email Roxane  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Great experience with a really good quality/price
5/5

Hi,
It was a really great experience with a really great guide (Saloum) who was really kind to picked us in our volunteering village next to DAR and right on time. He takes really good care of us and knew a lot of things about animals, was always trying to make us have the better spot to see animals and taking pictures. The three days safari with a boat safari, a car safari in a really nice open roof 4x4, and the walking safari made a really complete trip for a good quality/price with a really good cook and nice accommodation. Totally recommend it.

Patrick   –  
Switzerland CH
Visited: February 2018 Reviewed: Feb 12, 2018

Email Patrick  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

It was totally worth it
5/5

Dear all,
Last week (5-8.02.2018) we had the pleasure to joyn a 4-day Dar to Mikumi and Udzungwa Mountains Safari. It was a great experience and everything was perfectly organised. The food was excellent too. Our driver/safariguide Roman was a really nice guy and took good care of us. He was always polite and had a lot of knowlege about the different animals. Toghether with him we saw a lot.
We really enjoyd those 4 days and we would definitely do it again. Thank you for the unforgettable adventure!!!




Nahla   –  
France FR
Visited: February 2018 Reviewed: Feb 5, 2018

Email Nahla  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

professionnel ,quality/price
5/5

Hello, we are a couple having stayed from 02/02/2018 till 04/02/2018. We liked the place, the welcome was warm, the roo and the private bathroom toilet were clean. The meal prepared by the chef was delicious. The staff was nice and very helpful our guide ' Saloum ' (saddened for the spelling:-)), was very kind very nice, he took care of us during the stay, he even found us a flight for return. Mr Donatus was very professional, thanks to him we were able to reserve and to program our safari from France . I strongly recommend thank you for all Nahla

Johnson & Irene   –  
Germany DE
Visited: November 2017 Reviewed: Jan 21, 2018

Email Johnson & Irene  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Selous Ngalawa Camp; Fantastic Safari experience of our life
5/5

Our Safari Guide Leonard was extremely increadible. Full of knowlege,with an eagle eye for spotting animals, including all the four of the Big Five that they have in Mikumi N.P.The Park is gorgeous andstaying in the Lodge just in the Centre od everything was amazing. We woke up to the three Elephants hanging out about 5 feet away from our room and could hear the lions roaring at night. They set up a fire pitfor us and we had a great time talking to some of the Staff. It was a really a FIVE STAR safari. In a very special case, we congratulate Mr. Donatus for organizing this for us.We will not hesistate to recommend Ngalawa Safari Camp to ourfriends and anyone interested with safari ni Mikumi Park in Tanzania.

Simon Betterton   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: December 2017 Reviewed: Jan 15, 2018

Email Simon Betterton  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

The whole trip surpassed our expectations, with a wonderful guide.
5/5

Everything about the tour was brilliant. It wasn't comfortable at times - bumpy roads, accommodation with no electricity for 21 hours a day - but that was all part of the experience. And our guide, Saloum, was amazing - so helpful and flexible. He found us every animal we could ever have hoped to see in the parks, including a leopard and tree lions. All three places we visited - Selous, Udzungwa and Mikumi, were fantastic, and so free of other tourists. I highly recommend this tour, given that it was much better value than others we found.

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