Mazingira Eco - Friendly Safari Guides & Sales
Mazingira
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $226 to $1,005 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Peter Maina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing Agent
Mazingira safari is my Tanzania based agent for all my Tourist going to Tanzania. Jacob and Moses are the best guide ever. I had opportunity to accompany for our 21 days Tour in Kenya and Tanzania. All the clients were that happy even during the departure time some shred tears of happiness. The company vehicles are luxury and in good conditions. All the guide are very jovial and well familiar with parks.
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Email Dick | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Business and Pleasure Tour
One reason for going on this trip was to meet and discuss future business between Mazingira and Capture Africa Tours. Jacob was my contact person and from this day forward we have become friends as well as business associates, offering custom tours together. Jacob is one of the best guides I have worked with in Tanzania and would be an asset anywhere I go. He is extremely knowledgeable about the wildlife as well as the native plant life in all the Parks within Tanzania. Jacob has a great personality and is always making you smile which is great for all the participants because everyone feels at ease around him. Do not hesitate to sign up for any tours!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely amazing trip
Jacob our guide with Mazingira Safari is an amazing guide that I would highly recommend to anyone planning a safari, he is in love with his country Tanzania and will do the right thing to protect it, very environmentally conscious in every detail and demands protection of the animals. if you are looking for a person to talk to and help you plan your amazing safari, he is you go to person. 5 stars *****
Highly individualised Safaris
I booked (on very short notice) a 6-days Safari for myself with Mazingira. Very fast response to the requested proposal. Fast response-time for later modifications and excellent planning of a personalized itinerary, specifically to my requirements. My guide / driver Simon was excellent. The vehicle was a Toyota Landcruiser Safari-jeep. The accomodations chosen were good. Only due to heavy rain, the Sero Tented Camp was not to my liking. The Game-drives in Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ndutu / Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro-Crater did all result in lots of animal-sightings. It was a phantastic experience - thank you Mazingira and thank you Simon!
Email Jake & Hannah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
BEST TRIP EVER!!! Must do. Mazingira Safari were amazing!
BEST TRIP EVER!!! Must do. Mazingira Safari were amazing!
Booking
At first I was apprehensive booking this. I think in the UK people have learned to be very cautious when paying for things but you simply have to go for it with this. Johari was our contact and from the outset she was brilliant. WhatsApp was the most effective tool for of communication and she was so straight forward and accommodating for our requirements. I had no idea how safaris worked before this but essentially you tell them which parks and areas you want to see and then they book your accommodation along the way and sort all of the transfers to and from the airports. It is all taken care of! It is a slick operation and the majority of arrivals are doing the exact same process as you.
Arrival
You need to sort a visa for Tanzania and that is something you should sort yourself beforehand. Also be sure to sort out the necessary jabs. After a long flight, we arrived into Kilimanjaro and were warmly greeted by our safari guide Tom Ayo (he was the best!) He took our bags to the vehicle and instantly made us feel at home by giving us water bottles with our names printed on. He introduced himself properly and explained the route.
Briefing
On our way to Arusha (our first hotel) we drove through some areas of Tanzania which at first can be an overwhelming cultural adjustment. It was amazing to see the local people and the villages in which they live. Driving through these places was an important part of my experience because it gave us a real sense of real Tanzania. Our safari guide Tom took us to the briefing where Johari who we had been communicating from the outset with, met us and gave us a bottle of wine as a congratulations on our honeymoon. She explained about the tipping culture (bring US Dollars in small denominations) in Tanzania and the expectations at each hotel and park. After a relaxing coffee, we were away on our trip.
Safari Guide
Tom Ayo was amazing! He was knowledgable, warm and friendly. Each day he went above and beyond to make sure we saw all of the animals. His day was full of driving cleaning the car and preparing our packed lunches so he was often up very early. We got to know him very well and listening to his own story was also a highlight of the trip. He will always been in our hearts for how well he looked after us.
Safari Parks
Wow! I did not expect to be this blown away. I thought we might see a few animals at a distance but we regularly encountered our favourite animals up close! The roof off and right next to them. You don’t think it will be, but it is an addictive and moving experience.
Accommodation
Mazingira arranged our hotels along the route and we stayed in a lot of Serena chain hotels. They were superb! Great food, nice rooms and brilliant staff. Not for everyone, but one night we stayed in a camp and for me it was the most incredible experience. Wild buffalo were in the camp in the night and you could hear them chewing the grass outside until they suddenly cleared. The camps are like posh camping. Proper tents and proper beds. The staff put hot water bottles in our tents as well because the mornings/nights of Safari can be quite cold.
Gifts
Mazingira went the extra mile with our trip. They knew it was special for us (first Safari/honeymoon) and on the way to the airport Tom, our guide, picked up a special present for us. We had sent him a picture of us from the Serengeti on WhatsApp. Without telling us, as a surprise he had it printed and framed by a friend. It was so kind and very special for us.
All in all, this was the trip of a lifetime. Safari can be long days and tiring and a financial decision to make but the pay off is well worth it. The memories will stay with us forever. Thank you Mazingira, Johari and Tom, from Hannah & Jake x
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Email Nico | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A perfect Safari!!! We had the best time ever
Thank you to Mazingira Safari!!! Johari from the Mazingira team planned everything very well for us. She recommended different parks and lodges and was able to fullfill all our wishes. In Tanzania we had a perfect time with a very nice guide, called Goodluck. He made this trip unforgettable for us and organized everything perfectly. We saw so many anymals, met very nice people and could enjoy different nice lodges and good food. We can highly recommend Mazingira!!!
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Email Jacob | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best safari drive and driver I’ve ever had
The safari was beautiful! We had the best time creeping through Ngorongoro crater and the Tarangire with our driver! Our driver was an amazing balance of fun and professional. He knew so much about the animals and the landscapes, and made us laugh and have the best time ever! I recommend using Mazingira Safari above all else!
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Email Sandie | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent
I traveled on a 10 day safari with 20 of my family member of my family and it was a life changing experience! We saw amazing things and stayed at stunning locations and ate delicious food! Our driver was very knowledgeable and a great driver ! I can say I recommend them
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Email Marissa | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He was very funny and kind, I have nothing bad to say about him, even loved the interesting facts.
It was a very pretty and entertaining experience. I loved the drivers as well as the scenery. From the genuine kindness from all the workers, to the beautiful animals!
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Email Kenya | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
So kind and caring
The employees were very nice and payed attention to us. I always felt safe and cared for.