Earthlife Expeditions
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2011)
- Member Of:
- AMREF, TTGA & TLTO
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $175 to $650 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Lindsey.C | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome service&reliable company
After comparing tons safari companies&agents,we decide to work with Earthlife Expedition tour.Not only because its compatible price,but also the owner-Deo .He reply email quickly , always patient to answer my unlimted questions ,and advises us the best safari package according to our request.
At first couple days, we has some personal issues during safari,we contacted with Deo,Deo reposed and helped us to deal with the problems immediately. Deo is 100% trustable and honest,he cares his clients no matter before/during/or after safari.
Our guide-Denial is humble ,experimental driver/guide with excelent english.Daniel worked hard to make sure we see more,even we already see everting at the beginning of our safari.He always drives safely ,and make sure our safety&confort first.He knows every animals,plants,and local culture.We learns a lot from him,and enjoy each moment talking to him,we are always the last tale to leave during dinner every night.Of course,we saw big 5,the great migration ( crossing river),and more during safari.Having lunching under tree at middle of Serengeti plain and Bush breakfast are unforgettable experiences.
Go for Earthlife,you won't be disappointed .
Great company, unforgettable experience!
My friend and I did a 3-day Safari with Earthlife Expeditions and it couldn't be better! Me and my friend had a very close schedule and have only begun talking to them 3 weeks before the Safari.
They were not only very efficient on arranging everything but also extremely kind from emailing with Caudence and telephoning them to the day we actually met. I believe the best thing about Earthlife Expeditions is that it is a small company (though one of the 10 best in Tanzania) but surprisingly organized and able to do personalized schedules.
Regarding the Safari itself, we went from Kilimanjaro International Airport to a hotel in Arusha (where they happily took us to buy a few supplies and change money) and then to our stops: Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park. Most of hotels were of high standard and we had great meals (the only problem was that sometimes the shower wasn't warm).
Our Tour Guide was Charles, who has 35 years of experience and a pair of Eagle Eyes. What was best about Charles was that he would go slower than other cars when he thought that might be animals around, but when he heard of lions or other more less common animals, he would just rush through the savannah to get us there (and he did quite a few times).
Regarding prices: it is not the cheapest nor the most expensive company out there: we paid 1200 dollars for 4 nights, all meals, transportation and Safari. Drinks at the hotel are not included and there is a lot of tipping (5 dollars per day per person to each hotel; 15-30 dollars per day per person to the Safari Guide, we gave 60 euros for both of us).
You have to keep in mind that it might not always be comfortable and you might be unlucky some days and do get to see all you want (we were extremely lucky: lions, cheetahs and a caracal). It was a great experience, and A good fraction of it was because of Earthlife Expeditions!
DE
Email Ruth B | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect in every way
My partner and I went on a 6 day safari to the Northern Circuit of Tanzania with Earthlife in August 2017 and can recommend the company unreservedly! From the initial contact to arrival, from briefing to debriefing and departure all staff at Earthlife (amiable sales consultant, attentive manager, excellent tour guide) proved to be highly professional and attentive throughout. Communication was always fast, professional and efficient. The itinerary is tailor-made according to the customers’ wishes at an extremely fair price. You can feel that customer satisfaction means a lot to every single staff member at Earthlife so everyone contributes a great deal to offer the clients an unforgettable experience.
Our trip to Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater and finally to the Serengeti was absolutely unique. Our guide Jeff was the best we can imagine: He literally spotted every animal (from big to tiny ones, rare birds and reptiles…) and could give detailed information about its traits and behaviours. Moreover, he was an extremely pleasant and humorous conversation partner, a very considerate and prudent driver and actively made sure we felt comfortable at any time. The accommodation and the food in fantastic and comfortable lodges which exceeded the expected standard made the overall experience even more perfect.
We would wholeheartedly like to recommend Earthlife as a friendly, attentive, reliable and trustworthy company. Thank you for a perfect and unforgettable holiday.
Perfect in All aspects
Recently returned from a sensational safari in the serengeti and crater area, from the start the the information and professional approach from Earthlife expeditions was second to none, my contact Caudence was fantastic,as I had previously been on a safari ,we worked through my itinerary to fill in the areas I had not been before and also the animals that I had not seen before,combined with the guide Jeffery I can only speak highly of my wonderful experience that Earthlife arranged , from the communication to the accommodation to the vehicle and to my guide Jeff thank you very much I will have lasting memories of a sensationally arranged Safari For all who read this I thoroughly recommend this company and would be happy to answer any questions you may have Thanks again earthlife
CA
Email Nicolas Castaneda | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was beyond what we expected!
We looked around many places trying to find a company that gave us confidence for our safari honeymoon trip. The guys on EarthLife were always available to respond all our questions and very quickly which gave us a good idea. The paying plan also make us feel very safe in the decision we were making. Once we landed everything was smooth sailing. Moison picked us up and took us to their office and they greeted us with the best smile and enthusiasm. Moison took us to buy sim cards for our phones and to our first hotel which was brilliant!.
From this point forward all hotels were incredible, the food to our surprise was delicious everywhere we went. We didn't take a friend's advice and bought a bottle of our favorite whiskey beforehand as the hotels have a limited stock of booze. They always found a way to make us feel like our honeymoon was special.
Moison our guide was the best guide you could wish for, he was a seasoned guide with many miles on the serengeti and a TRUE MAASAI! He always took the longest routes and made sure we covered everything, and his efforts paid off! we saw the big 5! and plenty other animals, he followed his gut and his knowledge to separate himself from the other tours and gave us spectacular views of the animals and sites. You could even see him give directions to the other tourguides and you could tell he was well respected!
All in all this trip became me and my wife's all time favorite trip and this was all thanks to the services provided by EarthLife and its team.
Email Jane U. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The perfect Christmas getaway
Wow! A trip of a lifetime adventure. From start to finish Earthlife came through. Caudence answered questions quickly and was very helpful to my changes. When our flights changed the night before we were to fly, Caudence handled it quickly. We had a small problem with my final payment not going through, but Deo and Caudence were helpful to solve the situation.
The tented camps were amazing. They looked like it was set up for a movie. The team were very caution for our safety along with their team. The lodges were beautiful and food was great. The hotel in Zanzibar was awesome and it was like we were at a family's home for a Holiday. The only problem was the distance into a shopping area.
The best part of the safari was seeing all the animals and of course, Gilbert our driver. He was so knowledgeable about the animals, land and the culture. He had a wonderful and friendly personality along with his great sense of humor. By the end of the safari we were like a family.
Thank you for the lasting memories of the safari and new friendships formed.
SG
Email Navya | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A phenomenal and memorable experience!
I am so happy I stumbled upon Earthlife Expeditions online. I reached out to various tour providers online, however Mr Deo's immediate and prompt response, along with a detailed itinerary and a bunch of different tips and suggestions instantly stood out from the other providers. I was organising a family holiday, which was a task made even more daunting by the fact that my parents wanted a laid back, luxurious safari, and my younger brother wanted adventure.
Mr. Deo was not just understanding and accommodating, he was also incredibly flexible with the itinerary and gave us great recommendations. Having been in the industry for so long, he really knows it inside out. In addition to that, he is very warm, and goes the extra mile to make sure his clients are well taken care of. He really does make it a point to see to things personally.
Our trip started in Tarangire, and we continued on to Manyara, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti (to see the migration) and finally the Ngorongoro Crater.
The team took care of everything, from accommodation bookings, to food, drinks and the entire travel with all permits. The quality of the lodges and camps were phenomenal. Like something from the movies! There were enough and more safety precautions taken, and we never felt scared or worried. The food was absolutely delicious, and we ended our trip in Zanzibar where we stayed in a small boutique hotel (which was absolutely beautiful!).
Our guide, Mr. Gilbert, was very friendly, and incredibly knowledgable about all the animals and the birds. He is so warm and friendly, we really took to him immediately. He had a great sense of humour and we were really very fortunate to have him as our guide.
As unforeseen issues can affect anyone, we did have a slight issue towards the end of our trip with the car, which unfortunately was difficult to rectify as we were in the middle of nowhere. However what was heartening were the steps Mr Deo took to make sure that we were comfortable and duly compensated for any inconvenience. He made it a point to meet us at breakfast before we left for Zanzibar to take down all of our personal view points and to make a note of our feedback. This not only demonstrated great service but also showed us how personally involved Mr Deo is with all of his clients, and that he will go the extra mile to make sure we have a good holiday.
Issues can happen with anyone, anytime. The real difference is when you're well taken care of throughout, and the tour providers go the extra mile to make you happy.
This really was a trip of a lifetime, memories I will carry forward with me for life. We witnessed the great migration, were fortunate enough to see a Lion and Buffalo hunt from start to end (the buffalo escaped a pack of 4 lions!) and Mr Gilbert made it a point to show us everything we possibly could within the time frame.
I will recommend Mr Deo and Earthlife Expeditions to my family and friends in a heartbeat, every single time. Thank you so so much for making our holiday so memorable!
CA
Email Linda and Don | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous, Gilbert is the best! He is polite and makes sure your needs are met. Goes out of his way
The whole trip was fantastic! Gilbert made sure we saw as many animals as possible. Accommodations and food were excellent. The whole experience was wonderful and certainly lived up to our expectations and more.
We would highly recommend the company and Gilbert as a guide.
CA
Email Gabrielle M | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent company - Trip of a life time
We picked Earthlife from seven responses for information I received from a recommended 10 companies I saw. Caudence was quick to respond with a very comprehensive proposal. She gave an outline of a potential itinerary and explained what we would see, with the suggested accommodation to review. We wanted a taste of Tanzanian's animals, landscape, culture, flora and fauna and that is what we got. We also wanted to visit the mountain gorillas in Uganda and she arranged that for us. Through a few prompt communications we completed an itinerary to suit us including a trip to the base camp of Killimanjaro.
Our driver/guide Aggrey was there to pick us up in Killimanjaro to start our adventure. He was so accommodating. It was a private tour for my husband and I so he was there to suggest, recommend and implement "the plan". He was an excellent driver and easily spotted animals that we never even saw. We had a fun time with him and there was no clock watching, he was there for us!!
The company was professional and very friendly. We even visited their offices for a pre and post trip briefing. Everyone made sure we were happy and we certainly were. We highly recommend Earthlife and have a life time of memories. Thank you.
Email Louise | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trustworthy operator - highly recommended
We selected Earthlife Expeditions after contacting a number of highly rated safari operators in Tanzania. Only Earthlife provided the itinerary that we were looking for, with the type of accommodations we had asked for and the requested number of nights.
Communications with the owner Deo were prompt and polite. We also contacted a number of previous customers who gave positive feedback.
Unfortunately we had to cancel our safari several months before travel due to a change in circumstances. In accordance with Earthlife's terms and conditions (provided before booking), a portion of the deposit was transferred back to us within a matter of a few weeks. Trust is a huge aspect of booking directly with an operator based remotely and Earthlife have proved themselves to be reputable and trustworthy.
We will certainly use them in the future.