35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thank you to Serengeti Smile for helping us plan and execute a seamless trip to Tanzania!
We have just returned from an amazing trip to Tanzania where we were able to experience a magical Safari through Tarangire, Central and Northern Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater followed by a relaxing few days in Zanzibar. We are so grateful to Patricia who helped us with planning the trip months in advance and personalizing our itinerary to fit our needs. She suggested lodges and luxury tents to meet our needs and found us a wonderful Safari guide to help us through our adventure. Patricia was also available to us throughout our trip and was very accessible throughout. We also enjoyed day time tours of Arusha, a coffee plantation, and visit to a Massai village. We had a wonderful trip and made countless memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you to Serengeti Smile!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very diligent and also knowledgeable of his work.
The tour operator communicates well in advance during planning. Pick ups are always on time. They also make sure to give the best experience during game drives and very gentle with children answering all their questions.
They driver is very cautious while driving to give the guests a good experience.
Had a very good experience, would highly recommend and will definitely us them again.
HK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service for a lifetime safari!
We found the journey well-planned as we expected and very amazing. Thanks again so much for their arrangement throughout the past months!
It has been an unforgettable lifetime moment for us seeing all the big 5, the crossing, more and more. Especially appreciate our driver-guide Ben has been taking care of us patiently throughout the trip and always sincerely prioritising our needs. Highly recommended!
KR
An Unforgettable Private Safari Experience in Tanzania
We had an amazing 5-day private safari with Serengeti Smile, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations.
From the beginning, everything was well organized and professionally arranged. Our guide, Joshua, was one of the biggest reasons our safari was so memorable. He was professional, friendly, patient, and extremely knowledgeable about Tanzania’s wildlife and nature. He always tried his best to find the animals we wanted to see and explained their behavior and the ecosystem in detail.
During our safari, we visited Tarangire, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater and were lucky enough to see the Big Five as well as many other animals. Every day offered something different, and the game drives were truly unforgettable.
We especially appreciated Joshua’s safe driving, excellent wildlife spotting skills, and flexibility throughout the trip. We never felt rushed, and he always made sure we were comfortable and enjoying the experience.
The communication and organization from Serengeti Smile were also excellent from the planning stage until the end of our safari.
We would highly recommend Serengeti Smile, and especially Joshua, to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania. Thank you for giving us such wonderful memories!
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari
A well-organized safari with a great driver-guide who showed us all the animals
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Competent, knowledgable, friendly
Kept time every step of the way.
Does not rush clients during game drives unlike others who will rush to the next stop before you get to enjoy the scenery, views and animals.
Very accommodating of individual request.
Perfect for those with minor children as they are extremely patient.
Takes time to know individuals and how best to meet their expectations
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A once-in-a-lifetime experience — couldn’t recommend more highly
We booked this safari at very short notice, and from the very first message Elizabeth was incredibly fast, reliable and helpful — tailoring everything to our needs without missing a beat. That kind of responsiveness when you’re booking last-minute makes all the difference, and it set the tone for everything that followed.
Our guide Peter was simply a star. Knowledgeable, kind, attentive and genuinely excited about every single animal we encountered — his enthusiasm was completely contagious. He took us to all the right spots, always went the extra mile, and made us feel looked after throughout. We couldn’t have asked for better company across four days in the bush.
The lodges were beautifully chosen and each one was an experience in itself — from a luxury tent with an outdoor shower right in the bush, to a lodge near a Maasai village where we had dinner hosted outdoors under the stars. All were spotlessly clean with excellent food, and the picnic lunches at the park’s scenic spots were a highlight we didn’t expect.
Across three national parks we saw incredible wildlife up close — including all of the Big Five. The variety and proximity of the animals genuinely took our breath away.
For anyone hesitant about booking a safari — we understand the feeling, it can seem daunting — we can say with full confidence: this is a trustworthy, reliable and wonderfully organised operation. We were a couple travelling together and felt completely at ease from start to finish. We just leaned back and enjoyed every moment.
Thank you Elizabeth, Peter and the whole Josh Dreamland team. You gave us something we’ll never forget.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Top notch safari, couldn't be better
David Mukami was our guide and he did an outstanding job. He's a 12 year veteran and knows the Masai Mara like the back of his hand. He has great skill in finding the animals and getting us in position for photos. In 24 hours we'd seen the big 5 and many others over the 3 days.
Jabo Mara Lodge is clean comfortable with friendly staff. Food was very good. Separate cabin was excellent. We did a solo safari which was well worth the extra cost.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Positive experience
The guide was happy to answer a question and he knew his way around the park the very well.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Daisy was always supportive and responsive. Martin a legendary guide who put us in the best sposts.
Thanks to Daisy for the support in the safari preparation. It was extremely appreciated.
Amazing safari tour, we have really enjoyed the big5 and the beauty of Kenya. Special thanks to Martin who placed us always in the best spots to take pictures.Martin made the vacation special.