Mazingira Eco - Friendly Safari Guides & Sales
Mazingira Eco Friendly Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $236 to $1,051 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email CARINA | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Personal, high quality safari with excellent guide and accommodation
We loved that Mazingira kept sustainability as a red thread throughout the safari. Respect for the animals, local populations and the environment.
Clear communication, excellent guide, great accommodation, great food. We have only good things to say about our experience
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 Cassie Jennings | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional from start to finish 5 Star
I recently had the privilege of embarking on a safari adventure in Tanzania with this extraordinary company that left me in awe from start to finish. From the amazing planning to the wealth of knowledge and every detail in between, this safari experience was nothing short of exceptional.
The accommodations provided by the company were simply breathtaking. Nestled in the heart of the Tanzanian wilderness, they offered real luxury with the natural beauty of the surroundings. Each night, I found myself in amazed by the unique and comfortable lodges and campsites.
Now, let's talk about the food – it was nothing short of perfect. Every meal was a delightful surprise, perfectly made with dietary requirements catered for I was worried being pescatarian I would struggle with food but I never did. The diverse flavours and dishes showcased Tanzanian cuisine at its best.
This safari was, without a doubt, a holiday of a lifetime. I can wholeheartedly recommend this company to anyone considering a journey to Tanzania. In fact, I'm already planning my return in a year or two, and I wouldn't dream of choosing anyone else.
A huge element of our adventure was our exceptional guide, Lucas. His passion for wildlife and his deep understanding of the Tanzanian ecosystem transformed the safari into an unforgettable educational experience. Thanks to his expert guidance, we were blessed with the opportunity to witness not only the renowned Big Five but also a multitude of other remarkable animals in their natural habitat.
In summary, my safari with this company in Tanzania was nothing short of a dream come true. From the planning stage to the immersive knowledge shared by our guide Lucas, this holiday was incredible . If you want a safari that will leave you with lifelong memories, look no further. Thank you Mazingira Safaris
Reply from Mazingira Eco Friendly Safaris
Posted on Nov 10, 2023Hi Cassie
Thanking you so much for your time to write Safari feedback and Thanking you again for trusting Mazingira Eco - Safari Adventure team to organize your Trip Tanzania National parks
Email Todd | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Mazingira
It was an absolutely amazing experience. I went with my 15 year old daughter and we both had a great time. The staff were excellent from start to finish. Johari who organised the itinerary was superb, any questions were answered immediately and the trip was tailored to our needs (being a private safari). Tom our guide was absolutely tremendous and did that little bit more for us, his knowledge of the animals and the parks was second to none and he was very accommodating with everything. I would recommend Mazingira over other companies as they do that go the extra mile, are locally owned and do not mix clients meaning it is just you on Safari with the guide. From when we arrived in Arusha to when we left we were really looked after. I will do this Safari again one day. Not to mention the animals we saw, absolutely incredible, up close and we saw the big five. Amazing. Go with Mazingira, ask for Johari the sales manager and Tom the tour guide and you won’t regret it!!
Email James & Michaela | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Most amazing Safari Experience with Mazingira Safaris and our Guide Hasani
We have just had the most amazing experience on our private Safari with our Guide Hasani.
The communication and flexibility from the booking of the accommodation we wanted to the pick up and drop off times etc. was above and beyond. Additionally, we were treated to some lovely personal touches including water bottles with our names on, and a bottle of delicious rose to toast our Honeymoon with. Also, we were treated to the most delicious lunch prepared by the Mazingira team on our 1st day.
In terms of the accommodation, we got to stay as we had hoped in 2 beautiful tented lodges with one right in the middle of the Serengeti. Both were extremely comfortable and safe while also giving us a unique experience in touch with the Animals. At the 1st (Burunge Tented Lodge) we had a family of Elephants pass us at Breakfast with Marabou storks fighting over a tree trump to perch on while at the 2nd (Embalakai Camp) we had a troupe of Baboons pass by our tent at sunrise. Our third lodge (Bogainvilla Lodge) gave a little more luxury with a beautiful pool and restaurant. Food and service were excellent at all three.
In terms of the Safari, we started incredibly strong at the Tarangire National Park. Our Guide Hasani was so quick to find and point out all the amazing animals. Tarangire National Park is an undulating wooded area that allowed us to get really close to so many animals including Elephants, Giraffes, Wilderbeast, Impala, Zebra, Baboons etc. Our second day was spent driving to and then in the Serengeti. Were were incredibly lucky to come across a Cheetah on our way in followed by many more animals once we were in the park including Lions, Ostrich, Topi, more Elephants and a Leopard in a tree. Our third day was spent in the Serengeti and again Hasani did a wonderful job of finding a load more amazing animals including Hippo, Hyena, Vultures, Eagles, Buffalo, a Nile Crocodile, more Elephants, and more Lions including seeing a Lion chase and fail to catch a Zebra. Our 4th and final Day was spent in the Ngorongoro crater where we got to see Flamingo, Worthog digging for bugs, Wilderbeast traversing en mass, more Ostrich, Maraboo Stalk up really close, Grey Crowned Crane, more Hippo, Kori Bustard, more Zebra, and more Lions, this time including a Male eating something big and meaty. Having seen all from the big 10 apart from the Rhino we were extremely happy, and decided to call it a day, Hasani had another idea though and amazingly as we were heading out the park he managed to spot the magnificent beasts in the distance ticking them off our list.
All in all this was an amazing experience heightened by our amazing guide Hasani and the incredibly friendly and organised team at Mazingira Safaris.
Thank you so much to Hasani, Johari and the wider Mazingira team.
See photos of our trip here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/YQzqL3VtMRk3Srnz9
Email Victor | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Tanzania trip thanks to Mazingira
We just returned from our 15-day Safari + Zanzibar honeymoon trip, and we must share how amazing this experience was. We are very happy that we chose Mazingira to plan and host our trip. We had the pleasure of working with Florida, our coordinator, who was very welcoming, experienced, and exceptionally committed to designing our itinerary according to our vision with professional recommendations. The Mazingira team was very flexible and empathetic regarding alternative starting times, options for lodges and shortening/enlarging our stay in Tanzania. Upon request, it was straightforward to extend the initial Safari idea to a combined Safari + Zanzibar experience. Most importantly, we feel that we received very high quality and value for the price we paid. :)
* My advice: Mazingira has a great portfolio of lodges they work with, so keep exploring alternatives with them until you find the best fit in terms of experience and budget. (In central Serengeti, we highly recommend “The Singing Grass”)
Special shout out to our guide, Tom, who made this trip honestly an unforgettable experience. He was at all times committed to giving us a unique insight into the nature and culture of Tanzania. His decades of experience as a safari guide gave us a distinct advantage over other groups, allowing us to experience a lot of variation and unique moments.
* My advice: If you go on Safari with Tom, trust his instincts and let his experience guide you. It will pay off!
I would definitely recommend Mazingira for an unforgettable experience in Tanzania !!
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Email Benny | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mazingira BEYOND Fabulous!
Ok…. Please! Mazingira is the BEST! First of all, guides (we had David and we are crazy about him) are top of the game experts, friendly, funny, and kept us educated and safe the entire way! Once in a lifetime memory and Mazingira made it happen! BEYOND recommended!
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Email Alisha | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable and we felt so safe and taken care of
We had the most amazing time. I would highly recommend Mazingira. We had a large group and they worked with everyone’s needs. We saw everything and felt so safe. We had birders and people who were fascinated with plants and obviously we wanted to see the animals… From 6 year olds to 60 year olds. They are amazing!
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
Email Iain Smith | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Don't look further than Mazingira for your Safari in Tanzania
“My wife and I have recently returned from the most amazing trip to Tanzania to witness the “great migration”. We were in Mombasa for a wedding and dreamt of witnessing the great migration, visiting the Ngorongoro crater and seeing all the Serengeti had to offer. Online navigation of the various tour companies is a minefield but we liked the look and sound of Mazingira Eco Safaris; and boy what a great choice this turned out be. We had a complex “wish” list, difficult logistics given we were in Mombasa for a wedding and a need for some adventure. Jacob at Mazingira responded immediately to my email, we were on a long whattsapp telephone call shortly after and had a full itinerary agreed in jig time. Jacob and his company were amazing from start to finish, they arranged our collection from Mombasa (by road to Arusha…an adventure in itself!), all the accommodation/lodges/hotels, all meals and every bit of flexibility we wanted. Truly great service and everything went like clockwork…not a hitch, never a delay. I can’t say I wasn’t concerned with sending such large sums of money as deposits and final payments prior to arriving in country but these concerns were completely unfounded. And a last note of appreciation goes to the Mazingira guide that Jacob assigned to our trip…Lucas. You spend an awful lot of time with your guide while on safari. Lucas was deeply knowledgeable of the wildlife, it was incredible how much he shared with us, not just the names of more obscure species but behaviours, habits and histories of nearly everything found on the Serengeti….but much more than this, Lucas helped us understand Tanzania, the people and the cultures, he was incredibly fun to be around and we had some great conversations on all variety of subjects. Lucas was amazing! So, if you are looking for a tour company in Tanzania, Jacob and Mazingira should be your first choice….
Reply from Mazingira Eco Friendly Safaris
Posted on Nov 10, 2023Hi Ian
Thanking you so much for your time to write your Safari feed back , we really appreciate your time