Geofrey Nassari, founder and owner company.
Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Member Of:
- TATO & TTB
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $180 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
Almost great, Shadrack and Abraham as a guarantee for the success
We used a comparison website to book a safari that included Tarangire, the Serengeti (including the Great Migration), the Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. This led us to Meru Slopes. We communicated with Shadrack via WhatsApp. He made a very good and professional impression, which is why we booked the 6-day safari with him for $1,250 per person. A 15% deposit was required. We also really liked the option to stay at the Arusha Tourist Inn—arranged directly by the agency—both the night before and after the safari. A shuttle for pickup and drop-off was also included, but we didn’t use it. Upon arrival, there was a briefing in the evening, and after we returned, there was a debriefing to discuss the positive and negative aspects. We really enjoyed all of that. Shadrack did an absolutely outstanding job.
There were three of us, and we were crammed into a truly dilapidated Jeep along with three other tourists. Even before we set off, the four tires on the vehicle (as well as the two spare tires) had so little tread left that it was no surprise we had to stop a total of six times to change tires. The speedometer, fuel gauge, and odometer were also broken. The windshield had several cracks and chips, the armrests couldn’t be adjusted, and most of the windows either wouldn’t open or wouldn’t close properly. However, we also lost over an hour because the office failed to send the paperwork to the Lake Manyara National Park rangers in time. So we stood there while everyone else was able to pass through without any problems.
The cook on the safari usually prepared very delicious meals, but he never stuck to the agreed-upon times. That cost us time (sometimes more, sometimes less) and added up to well over eight hours. He also never once made arrangements for our guide to eat with us, which is why we had to go get extra cutlery and dishes every time. Most of the dishes were cold, and despite being told that there was a vegetarian in our group, he didn’t accommodate her needs. Overall, though, it was great that we were served meals prepared for the whole group each time, whereas many other tour operators only provided pre-packaged lunch boxes.
Our guide was Abraham. He was always very calm and level-headed, had detailed answers to most questions, explained things thoroughly on his own initiative, and drove the vehicle well at all times. He handled the constant tire changes quickly and did an excellent job in every other respect as well. He was the reason the safari as a whole turned out to be such a successful experience.
The Arusha Tourist Inn hostel is also definitely worth recommending. The staff were always very friendly and accommodating. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-equipped. The only downside is that the walls can be a bit thin. Hot shower water takes a few minutes to come on.
Conclusion: Overall, we really enjoyed our experience with Meru Slopes. The key factors in its success were, above all, Shadrack as the organizer and Abraham as the guide. With a different vehicle and a different cook, the sometimes extremely negative aspects of our experience could be immediately addressed, making Meru Slopes a top choice for safaris.
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Email Ga | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An exceptional experience from beginning to end!!
We first spoke with Almachius to organize our safari, and he was extremely attentive from the very beginning. He really understood what we were looking for and created an itinerary that perfectly matched our expectations. The lodges he selected were all very well chosen, with beautiful settings and some truly unforgettable moments, including enjoying a drink at sunset while watching buffalo just a few meters away!
But what truly made this safari so special was our guide, Barikhi. He is an exceptional person: warm, kind, passionate and incredibly attentive, while always knowing when to give us space and simply let us enjoy the moment. Over the course of the safari, he shared so much of his knowledge with us, but above all, he passed on his genuine love and respect for wildlife and nature.
What we particularly loved was his approach to safari. Rather than chasing animals or trying to get as close as possible at all costs, his philosophy was to observe, be patient and appreciate whatever nature chose to show us. He taught us to take our time, understand animal behavior and really observe what was happening around us. Watching a lioness hunt from a distance, understanding her movements and trying to anticipate what she might do next can be just as extraordinary as seeing her from only a few meters away.
Beyond his knowledge and professionalism, we will especially remember the moments we shared with him, his kindness and his passion. After spending several days together, we were genuinely sad to say goodbye at the end of the safari!
A huge thank you to Almachius and Meru Slopes for organizing such a wonderful trip, and especially to Barikhi for making this experience so memorable. If we were to go on safari again tomorrow, we would choose to go with Meru Slopes without hesitation!
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Email Michael | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely Professional
We had an absolutely exceptional safari that exceeded our expectations in every way. From the planning stages to the very last day, everything was perfectly organized and professionally executed.
A huge thank you goes to the entire Meru Slopes team, who demonstrated seamless execution, high competence, and excellent organization throughout the entire trip. We didn't have to worry about a thing and were able to enjoy the safari from beginning to end.
A very special thank you goes to our guide, Godlisten, who made this trip truly special. His knowledge of wildlife is impressive and based on years of experience. He not only knows the animals and their behavior down to the smallest detail but also treats them with great respect. His goal was never just to find animals, but to bring his guests closer to nature and make every game drive a unique experience.
Thanks to his trained eye, we were able to observe an incredible number of animals, including numerous cubs and babies of various species. He often spotted animals that we would never have seen on our own. His explanations were captivating, informative, and full of passion.
We would especially like to highlight his wonderful way with children. He took the time to answer every question, explained everything clearly, and managed to make the safari just as fascinating for the little ones as it was for the adults. We felt incredibly well cared for and in excellent hands at all times.
What also sets Godlisten apart is his helpfulness and reliability. When another group had a breakdown with their jeep, he naturally stopped and helped immediately. With his technical skills, he even replaced parts on the vehicle so the group could continue their safari. This demonstrates the passion and dedication he has for his work.
Another big thank you goes to our cook, Buga. The food throughout the entire safari was outstanding. Every day we were treated to fresh, varied, and delicious meals. After long days in the wilderness, it was always a joy to see what Buga had conjured up for us.
In short, we can only say: This safari was an unforgettable experience. A professional company, an exceptional guide, and a fantastic cook made this trip perfect. We wholeheartedly recommend Meru Slopes, Godlisten, and Buga and would go on safari with them again anytime.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommended!
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Email Katharina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommended safari
We had an amazing safari experience!
A special thank you to Leonard for organizing everything so well. The entire trip was well planned from start to finish. Whenever we had questions before the trip, we received quick and helpful answers. Everything was perfectly arranged, including meals, drinks, airport transfer, ….
Our guide and driver Daniel was absolutely fantastic. He always making sure we had the best wildlife sightings and a great experience throughout the safari. We would also like to thank our chef Johann who prepared delicious meals every day and made us feel very well taken care of. Both were incredibly warm, kind and welcoming, which made the whole experience even more special.
We had a wonderful time, created unforgettable memories and truly enjoyed every moment.
An Unforgettable Safari Experience
The tour was very well organized. Leonard answered all of our questions and took care of everything perfectly. Our guide, Daniel, and our chef, Johann (Honey), made our safari truly unforgettable.
We saw incredible animals, thanks to Daniel’s more than 25 years of experience. Johann (Honey) also prepared delicious vegetarian meals according to our wishes.
Everything was perfect and we will always cherish this amazing memory! 🦁🌿
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Email Antonio | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable
It was a fantastic experience thanks to the excellent organization of Meru Slopes.
Leonard assisted us throughout the organization and designed a program perfectly suited to our needs.
Everything was extremely precise and comfortable, from the airport pickup to the final drop-off.
Moody was our guide throughout the safari and was able to show us all the most beautiful areas of Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Thanks to him, we saw all the Big 5 as well as wildebeest, cheetah, antelope, zebra, hyena, and everything the parks have to offer.
The Serena lodges are well-maintained and in magnificent locations.
Thank you, Leonard and Moody, it was a fantastic experience!
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Email Greta Repini | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience, fantastic
We had a great time with Meru Slopes. They fully met our expectations. Amani, our guide, was very attentive, qualified, and helpful. The best guide ever. They organized two surprise bush dinners for one of the participants' birthday. We highly recommend them. Greetings from the Italian Team, I Tanzanini, Hakuna Matata!!
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Email Minoo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
More than perfect
The tour guide communicate actively for us to see various wildlives.
We’ve seen all big fives and even more rare wild animals during this trip.
Our guide made us celebrate out honeymoon trip even we couldn’t officially notice this. Thanks to him we had a most wonderful start of our marriage.
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Email Soraya | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable memories
We had the most enrichful and beautiful experience with Meru Slopes.
From the organisation part to the tour itself, everything went smoothly.
Jerome (our tour organiser) and Edgar (our guide) were extremely dedicated.
We went "pole-pole" but we saw it all in three days!
I especially chose Meru Slopes because they didn't select the same hotels as most of the other tour operators. The hotels (lodges) were clean, charming, qualitative and not over-crowded.
We also got some complementary activities (cultural tour, city tour, airport transfer, ...) and that was a real bonus.
Thanks to our experienced and patient guide Edgar, we had an amazing and unforgettable safari.
Thanks again Meru Slopes, Edgar and Jerome!
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Email Radek | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great
I m very happy that i choose Meru Slopes for Safari Tour. Everything was well oragnized. The contact with tour coordinator Gift Tembo was on very good level. Our guide Samuel was just a great guy. He wanted to show us as many animals as possible from close up, and he succeeded. Our tour chef - Salim was also very nice person. Food was very good as a camping condtions. Summing up it was great pleasure and adventure. I recommend that company to everyone.