Karibu World
- Located In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 1963)
- Member Of:
- IATA, TATO, TASOTA & Carlson Wagonlit
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $60 to $450 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Prompt response to e mails and everything was as promised
Excellent on all fronts the driver on safari was excellent
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Email Daria | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a lifetime
We had a great time. The resort was lovely. All the hotels were very comfortable and set against tanzanias beautiful backdrop. I highly recommend. Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful, as was Tasneem!
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Email Marian I. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
By far the most experienced and professional safari company in Africa!
I am professional outfitter for wildlife and hunting services in Eastern Europe for almost 20 years; I work in travel&totrism induatry since 1998 and I traveled to Africa multiple times, from Egipt to Tanzania, Kenya, Borswana, Namibia and South Africa. I had the chance to experience from full safari exyended packages up to short putdoor weekends in various locations of Africa.
The experience i've finished this week (June 2017) with Karibu Safari in Tanzania exceeding any other previous experiences; it was my first but definitely not last safari with them in northern Tanzania.
We were three adults all of them experienced in travels worldwide, and Muridy Ahmed was our guide/driver since our pickup from JRO airport. I drove all kind of vehicles during last 30 years and i can say one thing: out in the jungle/bush nothing exceeds the LandCruiser 76/78/79 in whatever terms you want, not even the tractor that colonized the world - the might LR Defender. Impecable new cars, optimum shape, including heavy duty accessories and safari modifcations, very very clean, extended range to 2,000km.
Muridy is an highly educated professional in Wildlife Management that is doing the safaris for over 12 years already; he knows all the tricks in the books and honestly i've tested his skills many times - not even one mistake. He was the first guide i've met in 15 years of Africa travels that had the power to admit that he is still learning every day from the mighty beauty of wildlife. I've spotted a very rare mongoose with my special binoculars and he read me all the scientific facts about it from his professional books.
Regarding the treatment towards the clients, Muridy had an impeccable attitude towards the ladies joining the group, as well as the gentlemen teavelling with him. I've also noticed that he was communicating with almost every colleagues guides from safari regions, regardless of their safary company or destination. Later it was clear for me that he was one of the most sought-after guide in all central and northern circuits by exactly the other guides - Muridy's provided information were spot on, either you are looking for most elusive wildgame in Serengeti (rhino - and we had the chance to spot two of them together), or he was just asked where to find the best sunset picture on the park. Belive me, nobody else could spot in two hours of Serengeti 6cheetahs!!! + 2 full grown leopards!! and a mighty pride of 7 lions - except Muridy! If tou want to know how to spot a leopard in the tree from almost 500meters without binoculars, while he was car driving - ask Muridy! Something else, just like a personal touch: although the great migration in central Serengeti ended for almost one month, his magic senses of taking an old road in a morning lead us to see thousands and thousanda of zebras and gnus together in massive herds, slowly migrating to the north - a special touch from Muridy.
About Karibu: Ian congratulations for what your are managing as a company, you can not do business in this highly competitive safari world for 60 years if you are not impeccable from all points of view. And when the safaricompany is working with the people for the people - that is the hardest but most satisfying job of all!
About all the others collateral services: Karibau provide any needed hotel, meals, or anything you may ask. We wanted full sters hotels - they reccomended. We wanted to taste the tented safari, they reccomended best camps. I wanted an extended range for radios, they had it; i requested additionals infos about birds in the region we traveled - they were spot on; i wanted technical comparison for ER lenses of Nikon/Canon, Muridy showcased the differences with his photo portfolio. Impressive.
In the end: Karibu Safari - hakuna matata! Muridy Ahmed - wildlife magician!! Customer care - impeccable! Technical gears - perfect!
Thank you Africa. Thank you Karibu. Thank you Muridy.
Email Nitika | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service and friendly staff
Highly recommend Karibu World as a one-stop-shop to anyone traveling to Tanzania. We booked our 5 day safari and 7 days kilimanjaro trek through them and to say the least, we were extremely satisfied and loved our experience with them. Zulfikar from Karibu World was exceptionally patient and prompt in answering all our emails and queries (We must have written him over 60 enquiry mails :).
We were extremely happy with all the arrangements they made for us. From booking a hotel in Arusha, to planning our trek with our guide Isaac who took great care of us, to booking our Safari with Murudi who left no stone unturned to make sure that we get to see the famous 5 and more. Even the camps they booked for us during our Safari stay were really nice and impeccable.
To summarise, let Karibu World do all the work for you - pick best hotels, provide best guides and service; while you sit back and enjoy your unforgettable trip with them.
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Email Stephen | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Quality and seamless organisation for a memorable trip
We were very happy with the itinerary that Karibu put together for us which took in Zanzibar beach holiday and a Safari holiday in Ngorongoro crater. We also had a top class guide in Muridy who had tremendous knowledge of the animals and the area. We would definitely recommend using Karibu to anybody that wants seemless travel arrangements in a beautiful area.
They were fantastic service and extremely caring and looked after us from start to finish. Amazing!
Hello there
We have already used your company in December to Serengeti etc. It was an amazing car and a driver we had, and are certainly telling everyone about our great experience with your company. This tour was booked by Sona Thakrar who did an amazing job looking after us from start to end. We were very pleased with the service she provided us and she is a great asset to your company.
We got very much looked after your Arusha office when there too Ian. I truely recommend your company and ofcourse the people make it.
Once again thank-you to Sona Thakrar for making our December trip a very memorable one for life.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good Service Good Communication Great Price
Book kili climb, 2 safaris and a boat rental with them. Helped a great deal with the planning. Everyone had a great time. The price was great as well.
under20 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great adventure!
The whole trip was very well arranged. The safari, in particular was a great experience as the guides were very knowledgeable and did their best to ensure we had a good time. The staff back at Mdonya Old River Camp were very hospitable and the food was delicious. It was nice to meet other travellers from all over the world around a camp fire and this trip really did give us the full bush experience. Would definitely recommend booking with Karibu as they take care of everything. All you have to do is show up!
Experience level: over 5 safaris
A BIG thank-you to the team
Sona and Luci put together a wonderful Tanzania experience holiday. They met all our criteria in terms of rustic bush safari experience, birding in Selous and some glam in Zanzibar. The holiday was enjoyed by all. Thank-you to the team for making it such an unfortgetable holiday
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Every trip organized through Karibu World provides one-stop shopping and reliable service.
I have planned many successful and memoriable trips for our family through the service of Karibu World. They know Tanzania and have the breadth of extended tour affiliates to accommodate all budgets and senses of adventure. I would recommend Karibu World to anyone who wants trustworthy, reliable service. Looking forward to our next holiday!