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Tanzania Choice Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Member Of:
- Tanzania Association of Tour Operators
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $400 to $1,700 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Cammy Romanuck Murphy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional, Authentic, Educational + Personalized Experience!
I took a group of Midland University students on a 100% personalized trip to Tanzania. Since the trip was also worth credit, we had specific learning outcomes that needed to be met. I worked directly with Brenda to discuss our preferences for the trip, including: Visiting local schools, learning about the healthcare system, going on safari, hiking a portion of Mount Kilimanjaro, and engaging in ample cross-cultural experiences. Brenda was extremely communicative and thoughtful. In planning our travel, we had to revise our itinerary more than once to accommodate changing flights and the number of students in the class. Brenda took this all in stride and was able to find accommodations and experiences that fit our budget. During our two week trip, we felt completely taken care of - the trip felt seamless. We had no stress whatsoever - our only job was to enjoy the vacation and to learn as much as possible. I cannot say enough good about the entire experience with Tanzania Choice Safaris. Our guides were incredible and we felt like we were a part of the Tanzania Choice Safari Family. In terms of communication, service, value for money, reliability, and our tour overall - I would 100% give my strong recommendation to anyone seeking to travel to Tanzania - no matter the budget or complexity of the trip!
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Email AAC | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The guide/driver was excellent. The hotel arrangements and travel efficiency can be improved.
The guide was an expert on almost everything of the Safaris. His services and timeliness was excellent. Overall the day plans combined with hotel locations can be improved so more time can be allocated to game drives. Three of the five hotels are above average and two are below. Hotel services are all good.
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Email David Smith | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tanzania Choice structured the perfect trip for us and their guides were outstanding.
Tanzania Choice worked closely with us on the front end to structure our safari in a way that perfectly met our desires. They attended to every detail and gave great advice throughout the process. They even helped facilitate a personalized transport between airport terminals in Dar es Salaam to ensure that we made a tight connecting flight home. Our group was large enough to need two guides in the Ngorongoro Crater and both were highly effective and knowledgeable. Later, the group downsized and we spent four days with just one of the guides in Central and Northern Serengeti. He was absolutely fantastic. We learned a great deal from him. Without making any guarantees, he invariably led us to the best possible spots. We saw everything we could have possibly wanted to see: herds of elephants, towers of giraffes, confusions of wildebeests, Thompson and Grant gazelles by the thousands, a leopard, a rhino, African buffaloes, multiple lions and a lion pride together. We witnessed the Great Migration up close; we were right in the middle of several herds of tens of thousands of wildebeests. We saw them cross the Mara River and came to understand why a group of Wildebeests is called a confusion. We saw crocodiles drowning Wildebeests as they crossed the river. We also saw a cheetah take down, drag away, and eat a Grant gazelle. We saw vultures feasting on remains. We saw hyenas, mongoose, lizards, and saw and discussed various birds. I hope and believe that our guide had as much fun during the week as we did. He had a great sense of humor and the scope of his knowledge was extraordinary. We stayed at two different bush camps. In terms of expense, both were in the middle range. The hospitality, food, and amenities at both camps were wonderful. The trip literally had no downsides. It was absolutely one of the best trips I have ever taken.
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Email Leslie Ann | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience from start to finish with Tanzania Choice Safaris
Based on a friend’s recommendation, we booked a week of game drives in the Ngorongoro crater and Serengeti National Park with Tanzania Choice. I cannot say enough good things about our experience! Brenda did a fabulous job organizing our adventure - she was responsive to all our questions, offered valuable insights, and managed our somewhat complicated travel plan with ease. We loved the written guidance she provided about how to prepare for and what to expect from our safari. The lodgings she selected for us were great, and the food everywhere was much, much better than I expected. I felt like we got great value for our money! Transportation from our hotel in Dodoma (where we were engaged in non-Safari activities) to Karatu for our first game drive was seamless, and we enjoyed the ride with Kakasii. Our driver for the week was Leslie, and he was fantastic. He was incredibly knowledgeable about all of the animals we encountered, had a great sense of humor, and was adept at finding perfect viewing locations for us even when a particular spot was overrun with cars. We saw all of the big 5 plus incredible wildlife encounters (a cheetah chasing down a gazelle). If I could give a 100-star rating for Tanzania Choice Safaris, I would!
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Email Andy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
First Class All the Way!
Every portion of this trip was seamless. From the pick up at the airport to the airport drop-off there were no hiccups and excellent service and value. Each safari guide was knowledgeable and their unique personality made for an different experience each day. The lodging was all first class, with excellent food, superior service and tremendous hospitality. We were part of a church mission trip and all aspects of our trip were superb.
The entire team at Tanzania Choice Safaris is dedicated to excellence and I offer my highest recommendation!
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Email Katya + Holger | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Tanzania Choice is a reliable, high-quality tour operator which is worth the money you pay them.
We are a German couple aged 50/57 with a 20 year-long history of safaris in Eastern and South-Eastern Africa (Kenya, Zambia, Botswana, Ruanda, Tanzania) and of travels in other parts of the world; and we´re quite "spoiled" by now.
Here are excerpts from what we wrote to Tanzania Choice just after coming back home from two weeks, organzed by the company, in Mkomazi, Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks:
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We are VERY satisfied with everything related to your (Tanzania Choice´s) work and will recommend you whenever an opportunity arises.
A few details:
- Literally everything which you planned went very smoothly ...
- Well chosen, gorgeous camps which delivered everything which one could legitimately expect (and sometimes more). Driver/guides were good. No negative observations whatsoever. ...
- Your driver-guide´s performance: as satisfying as five years ago. Good (or very good) spotting; good, careful driving; pleasant communication and interaction in general. We felt in very good hands. ...
Thus, thanks for your high-quality, reliable work. If we consider coming back to TAN, we will certainly contact you again. ..."
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Email Ingrid | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Easily the best vacation ever!
We were visiting friends in Dar es Salaam and wanted to do a safari for my 12 year old daughter and I and they recommended Tanzania Choice - and it was perfect! Brenda made the communication before we arrived very easy - asking what we wanted and making sure we knew what was likely given the time of year and options we had. She even checked in just a week before arrival to make sure that our eVisas got processed smoothly since the government was running behind! Noel picked us up from the airport and everything went so unbelievably smoothly. Literally everything went as scheduled from arrival to departure. We visited Arusha, Tarangire, and Serengeti national parks and Ngorogoro crater, peppered with a canoe trip (watching flamingos take off from the water just in front of us was a highlight for me), hot air balloon ride (the view was amazing) and a visit to the Olduvai Gorge Museum and historic site (wow, so much history). These 'extras' broke everything up in such a smooth way. But Noel was just amazing - I feel like he had xray vision for the animals, and really knew how to 'read' their movements. Such as watching a herd of zebras and then just figuring out where the lions were resting when all the other guides gave up and moved on. And I loved how he just responded to our whims - one day focused on birds, another on baby animals - and making sure that we had an amazing experience each and every day. I also can't say enough about the accommodations. We did mostly tents - and they were awesome, bathrooms and showers inside, with marabou storks and zebras roaming around just outside! I would recommend Tanzania Choice in an instant, because of the preparation, knowledge and just ease of working with them. Thanks Noel!!! You rock.
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Email Stephen | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience, Kakasii and his team go above and beyond!
Can I give a SIX start review?
Our group ( of 19! ) had a wonderful experience with Kakasii, Brenda and all of the people at Tanzania Choice Safaris.
Everything was well thought out and well planned. We were taken care of at every step of the way, I can't recommend them highly enough.
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Email Holly | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our guide was knowledgeable, kind & helpful.
If you’re dreaming of an experience that blends awe-inspiring wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and exceptional hospitality, look no further than Tanzania Choice Safari—it was truly the trip of a lifetime.
From the moment we left, we were warmly welcomed by our guide, Leslie, who was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also passionate about conservation and the local culture. Both days, the game drive felt like a new discovery—lions lounging in the tree, elephants marching across the plains, giraffes grazing gracefully, and some close encounters with the monkeys during lunch. Leslie knew exactly where to go and always prioritized the animals’ well-being, which made the experience feel respectful and authentic.
The accommodations at Simba Lodge were stunning—luxurious yet perfectly blended with the natural surroundings. Falling asleep to the sounds of the wild and waking up to the soft glow of sunrise was surreal. The food was exceptional, with delicious local dishes and thoughtful touches like sunset snacks and fireside relaxing under the stars.
What really stood out was the heart behind the operation. The staff treated us like family, and we learned so much about the culture, history, and efforts to protect the land and animals for future generations. It was more than just a safari—it was an inspiring, soul-filling journey.
If you’re considering a safari, don’t wait. This one left me full of gratitude and peace and I am already dreaming of when we will do it again. Five stars, without hesitation
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Email English Drews | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
OUTSTANDING!
The owners of Tanzania Choice Safaris, Brenda and Kakasii, helped us curate an extended trip to Tanzania for 19 travelers. This was the second trip they led us on (the other being in 2019) and they exceeded expectations both times! Communication during the planning time was exceptional and responsive. They went above and beyond to work with local TZ organizations to set up very specific requests and they thought of everything we may need to have a successful trip. We worked at a girls school for 4 days and they even had their chef on site to ensure we were not a burden to the school for meals. They managed all logistics and accommodations (both were perfect for our large group) and constantly had "surprises" for us...everything from entertainment to special dishes. During Safaris at Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park, the guides were extremely knowledgeable and engaging and ensured we got the best viewing options of the wildlife. We will use them again and I give them a 20 out of 10 rating! I highly recommend them to anyone considering Tanzania and beyond.