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Average User Rating
4.9/5

Rating Breakdown
  • 5 star 19
  • 4 star 0
  • 3 star 1
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Sally   –  
United States US
Visited: February 2011 Reviewed: Mar 16, 2012

Email Sally  |  50-65 years of age

5/5

Woman owned; very professional; excellent English speaking guide (John); Zara gives back to its community by offering English classes and other training to employees, and also supports various conservation efforts in Tanzania.

Harry   –  
Austria AT
Visited: December 2014 Reviewed: Feb 7, 2015

Email Harry  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

unforgettable week
5/5

My family and I have just recently finished a 7-day safari with your agency. We were accompanied the entire time by your staff member, Mr. Baraka Sospeter. And Mr. Cessey (Casey??) was our driver.
From the moment of our arrival to the time of our departure both of these men were constantly concerned for our comfort and well-being as well as committed to fulfilling all our wishes. Using his exceptional command of the German language and his extensive knowledge, Mr. Sospeter presented us much information about the land and its people. He was always courteous, polite and punctual, was always in a cheerful mood, and above all was always professional and thorough concerning our safety.
Mr. Cessey (Casey??), with his perfect knowledge of the area, was an ideal match and complement. At no time did we ever have the feeling he was not in total control of the situation or that he had put us in danger.
Lastly, although the Christmas celebrations fell in this period, both men never seemed tired or distracted.

Sara   –  
United States US
Visited: September 2015 Reviewed: Nov 9, 2015

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

The adventurous route
5/5

We took the Rongai route because we liked the idea of being on the trail less traveled. We loved having plenty of space to be on our own but still have people around to socialize with. Our Zara guides were incredibly helpful, kind, generous, and good humored. When we got to Kibo camp and saw the cabin dwellers with the proper mattresses to sleep on, we felt a little envious but I'm absolutely not sorry that we chose the adventurous route. I had a lot of trouble with altitude symptoms, but our guide was very attentive. My fiancé and I both made it to the top, but I really struggled. Our guide, assistant, guide, and our book came up with us to keep me safe and sang a jaunty song to me to motivate me all the way to the top. We had a positively memorable experience, and the Zara guides could not have been any better to us!

Matteo Keller   –  
Switzerland CH
Visited: January 2021 Reviewed: Feb 1, 2021

Email Matteo Keller  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Amazing Tanzania Adventure
5/5

A huge vote of thanks goes to Zara Tours and our fantastic guide Madeal for a wonderful trip in Tanzania. Communication with Zara was smooth all the way. Madeal went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and also saw all the animals we had hoped for. The safari was well planned starting from Lake Manyara National Park, followed by Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Madeal was knowledgeable as he had an answer for every question. Accommodation at Zara properties was wonderful in nice clean facilities and welcoming staffs. We highly recommend Zara Tours and ask for Madeal to be your guide.

Bert   –  
Netherlands NL
Visited: November 2021 Reviewed: Nov 18, 2021

Email Bert  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Expectations exceeded
5/5

We went on a 6 day safari to Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara with guide/driver Joseph. He is an expert driver and very good company, with also a good radar of when to provide information and when to Just let you enjoy the moment. The car was super, routes perfect and hotels better than expected, with Ikoma Wildcamp as absolute best.

Taylor   –  
United States US
Visited: January 2022 Reviewed: Mar 17, 2022

Email Taylor  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Great Kilimanjaro Climbing
5/5

I am very happy that we booked our Kilimanjaro trek with Zara Tours. They actually did exceptionally well in all aspects of the climb. Communication during the planning phase was excellent, Mike was had timely responses and answered our numerous questions in detail. When it came to make payments the system was secure and there were no hidden charges.
Our experience in Tanzania was awesome from start to finish.
The team played their roles extremely well, from the professional friendly guides, porters, chef and toilet duty were excellent. We had reliable excellent equipment and a professionals team with us all through.
We are very happy that we made it safely to the summit.
I fully recommend Zara Tours for Kilimanjaro

Peeters   –  
Belgium BE
Visited: March 2022 Reviewed: Mar 30, 2022

Email Peeters  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Unforgettable Kilimanjaro Experience
5/5

Zara Tours did a perfect job of organizing our Kilimanjaro trekking trip.
We took the Machame route and it took us six days to get us to the summit.
We had an experienced support crew led by Senior guide Moses assisted by Issa.
The tents were comfortable and the chef cooked nice food.
Thank you for a very well organized trip.

Isabel & Uli   –  
Germany DE
Visited: June 2021 Reviewed: Jul 19, 2022

Email Isabel & Uli  |  35-50 years of age

Wonderful Experience on Kilimanjaro thanks to Yohana and Anna!
5/5

Very gladly we look back on a great experience on Kilimanjaro. Thanks to our excellent guides Yohana and Anna and the whole team we actually reached the summit. We can recommend Yohana and Anna without reservation. They have a great experience and motivated us. They know very well about mountain guiding but also about vegetation. We have learned a lot and have returned with many beautiful memories of a great time.
Isabel &Uli

Pete   –  
United States US
Visited: September 2022 Reviewed: Oct 7, 2022

Email Pete  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Very happy with and impressed by Zara Tours
5/5

My wife and I were guided and pampered up Kilimanjaro by Zara tours in September, 2022. We were extremely impressed by and happy with Zara Tours. Our lead and assistant guides, Saidi and Meddi, were genuinely extraordinary. Based on our experience, and the obvious respect the other guides on the mountain had for Saidi, I think we probably had the most qualified lead guide on the mountain. Based on our experience, we absolutely recommend Zara Tours. Pete & Barb in Boise

Robert Fernandez   –  
Spain ES
Visited: February 2023 Reviewed: Feb 9, 2023

Email Robert Fernandez  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing
5/5

I was guided up Kilimanjaro and safary by Zara tours in Febreaury, 2022. I was extremely impressed by and happy with Zara Tours. Our lead and assistant guides, Muhsin for the climber and Khalid for the safari in 3 parks in 3 days was extraordinary (the best for safari ngorongoro). Based on me experience, and the obvious respect the other guides on the mountain and safari, I think I probably had the most qualified lead guide on the mountain and safari.
Based on my experience, I absolutely recommend Zara Tours.
Asante Sana.
Robert.

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