Tours by Locals (aka Kiliholidays)
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2004)
- Member Of:
- TATO, TTB, KINAPA, MNRT & TPO
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Mireia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I will go again with them!
We choosed KiliHolidays because it is a local company and therefore it is a way to invest your money for tanzania people. The result: we loved the service and company of KiliHolidays. Richard was our guide for one day to the mountain, Thomas was our guide during the safari for about a week and David the chef that cooked delicious food during the whole trip. They were all very welcoming, kind and friendly and what I valued a lot, is that they have absolute respect for their country and its wildlife. I could see that KiliHolidays is an experienced and respected safari tour in Arusha and I absolutely recommend them. If we ever come back to Tanzania, we will for sure contact them again.
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Email Lopes Miguel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The guide was Perfect !
Everything was really well organized, nothing to think about during the safari as the tour had everything planned as described in the offer. Really professional thank you !
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Email Eva Lindvall | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic experience, great guide!
We had a four day tour. Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro. The richness of the wildlife was fantastic, our guide Laurian was a really good guy, had lots of knowledge and was a good driver! We had a life experience!!
If I would do it again I would stay all nights inside the reserves to get more time for gaming and not spend so many hours in the car. That is of course a matter of how much you can spend. It gets much more expensive.
Don’t forget to bring payment in dollars. We had lots of trouble because we hadn’t. Card doesn’t work like home and we lost valuable time because of it.
Email Paul Robinson | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, well organised and thoroughly enjoyable adventure.
Communications prior to our arrival were good, with clear instructions.Our driver was punctual, spoke good English and really looked after our needs for our 5 days around Lake Manyaro, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater. He did his absolute best to make sure we saw as many of the animals and the big 5 as possible. We only missed out on the rhino, which is pretty rare, but lots of people fail to see that one. The other animals we saw were up close and plentiful, it was unbelievable. The hotels were all good and the camp on the Serengeti is something we will never forget, for all the right reasons. The jeep was a little old and had seen better days, but it was unstoppable and reliable and it's age kind of added to the adventure. I would confidently recommend Kiliholidays as well organised and very good value for money.
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Email Rosti | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible journey through wildlife of Tanzania with Kiliholidays and the guide Laurian.
Organizing our safari in Tanzania I contacted over 30 operators and I was surprised by how diverse the offers were. So, I knew about the habit of bargaining in Tanzania but apart from that many tour operators started importunately and intrusively calling me on WhatsApp trying to sell their safari. Usually, they were shooting exorbitant prices and expecting me to bite. Having this as a background I really liked the communication with Mack from Kiliholidays. It was straight to the point, rational prices and no junk messaging. That made Kiliholidays stand out from the crowd from the beginning.
We contracted a three-day safari: Lake Manyara N.P., Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire N.P.. At all times everything went as agreed and expected. We were received upon our arrival to Arusha airport and transferred to the safari. The safari itself was an incredible experience that changed our view and perception of wildlife. All the documentary-style images were casted to our gaze and made alive.
All this was made possible by our guide Laurian. First, he is a great driver. At all time we felt safe. He drives very smooth and nicely, so we never felt dizzy. Second, he knows everything about the Tanzanian wildlife. We learned a lot from him. He also explained about the Maasai people and the organization of their tribes. Recognizing our interest in it he organized a visit to a real Maasai tribe which we enjoyed a lot. And as last but not least, a part of being a professional guide who showed and explained the essence and pure beauty of his country, Laurian is a person who listens. All the questions we asked were answered, all the requests we made were accomplished. With no need to remind.
Lauiran is exactly the guide you expect to have, I highly recommend requesting him.
Email Taekjoo Lee | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic honeymoon
This is for our honeymoon. And it is full of wonders.
The price was reasonable. Great experience in this safari. thanks to the Mack and the guide & drivers Thomas.
We had the car dedicated to the two of us, great accommodations and awesome places visited.
Our tour started in the Lake Manyara then Serengeti, Ngorongoro for a total of 4 nights, with 1 day resting at the arrival.
We've seen all the main animals, the big 5 and many other animals.
We couldn't have asked for more!
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Email Giovanni Carturan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our perfect safari Honeymoon
Great experience in this safari, thanks to the organiser - Mack - and the driver - Thomas.
We had the car dedicated to the two of us, great accommodations and awesome places visited.
Our tour started in the Tarangire, then Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara - for a total of 7nights, with 1 day resting at the arrival.
We've seen all the main animals, the big 5 and many predators - included a group of 15 lions of which 8 cubs.
We couldn't have asked for more!
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Email Tatiana Avada | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An exciting safari
A few days ago, we returned from a Safari that was organized by Kiliholidays, it was an amazing Safari in Selous Park We saw everyone-elephants, zebras, antelopes, giraffes, crocodiles hippos... and even 5 lions!!!
Our driver Paul is very professional.He knows a lot about birds and animals. And of course, many thanks to Mack, with whom I communicated for the organization this Safari. He worked also very professionally and patiently. I very recommend Kiliholidays
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Email Dani | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari professionals. Amazing experience. Fully recommended!
Very good service and attention. The drivers are very experienced and will be able to provide you the tupe of experience you seek for. Full flexibility on demand if needed. Our driver thomas managed to spot a rhino while many failed to even find one. The food and service was great. Good food and all obtained from local markets to contribute local economy. The guide to kilimanjaro hike was also very nice and welcoming. Overall I fully recommend this safari and kilimanjaro tour operator for all types of adventures. Just send them an email and ask. Hakuna matata.
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Email Rose | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, responsible, excellent connoiseur of the environment
We enjoyed excellent days of safari with the guide , Eduardo. He is very professional, excellent driver in all kind of complicated roads, and always attentive to our requests. He has shown us the pride that he feel for his land. WE HAVE A GREAT MEMORY of that days