Ilmaasai Expedition
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2004)
- Member Of:
- TTB, TALA, KPA & TANAPA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $160 to $750 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
With Ilmaasai you make your safaritrip a very personal experience
I spent 4 months volunteering in Arusha (dec13/march14) and did several trips with the little company of the two brothers Loth and Philip. It was my aim to find a good and trustworthy company to organize trips for a lot of volunteers. At first they all went to the big companies. I didn't want that: I wanted the spent money to be supporting local people and local economy. With the Ilmaasai's I was on the right spot. A personal touch, a friendly conversation, always karibu sana when you drop by at the cosy office in the park. Just good folks, that you can rely on.
If you go for the brandnew jeep or the flashy add-on's, go to a big company; if you want the real thing, with an excellent guide and a superb cook (Godson & Saimon were our hero's!), go with Ilmaasai and go to the campsites and not the expensive ridgelodges.
And say hi to Philip and Loth from me!
An adventure!
As my first experience on a safari, I had an incredible experience! We slept in tents while on the tour which made for an exciting experience because we were so close to the wildlife! The tour guide was good. Although he didn't explain a lot of what we were seeing, he was always willing to answer any of our questions. We ate VERY well! The food was delicious everyday! I am still dreaming about those sweet fried bananas. I can say that the tour overall exceeded my expectations.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Personalised service and relaxed approach
This was my maiden African Safari and I didn't have a clue what I was signing up for. The pre-booking communications with Mr.Loth gave me the assurance I was in the hands of an experienced & a flexible tour operator. Not being a big tour company, they were able to customise and work on my individual requirements, primarily around Photography. I was briefed on the tour plan in advance and the same was printed off when we started at Arusha. Bryson my Driver-Guide was the actual hero throughout the safari. His keenness to explore places and friendly approach towards other tour drivers enabled me to experience African Wildlife at its best. He along with the cook Gryson, ensured I had a comfortable stay. Though the vehicle looks a bit tired, I was surprised with its performance on the dirt tracks and while ascending the Crater. Whatever your budget, Ilmaasai have the willingness to arrive at a workable solution that's guaranteed satisfaction. Try them to experience Africa.
MX
Email Jorge R | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best safari ever
I was for a while in Tanzania and i was doing some safaris with many companies definitely i just had the best experiences with ilmasai and their locations, capitán Godson the best Man at Serengeti he was sharing his knowladge about wild life always and it was simply amazing having really good atmosphere in the car and beautiful landscapes to take such an amazing pictures.
Definitely just go Back soon ¡,l
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
really good and knowledgable
There was one lodge in Ngorogoro which was pretty mediocre but the rest of it was excellent and very accommodating especially when we wanted to stay an extra day in the crater
DE
Email Tilo | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, flexible and animal and nature loving
A great help for a stress-free tour through the reserves. Excellent knowledge of the animals and takes time for the most beautiful encounters. We did the tours with tent nights and were well cooked and guided reliably, friendly and patiently through the reserves - again and again amazing how cleverly the animals were tracked down and the best viewing angle was found and chosen. The tour was never shortened, but rather flexibly aligned with our wishes and needs. A tour operator who loves the reserves and the animals and enjoys it when it goes the same way. What luck.
IT
Email Gaia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good experience!
My husband and I were on a three days safari in three different park, each one was different for plants but in all of these there was a lot of beautiful animals. Our guide was kind and respectful of animals, our chef cooked very very good dinner and breakfast for us (box lunch during safari not so good as the dinner). The lodge was basic but comfortable and the same for the jeep. We saw Big Five the second day in Ngorongoro Crater, but all three days were very exciting for us. Absolutely recommended!
JP
Email Kazuma Yoshioka | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
what more could you want?
In Tanzania the entrance fee of the national park is high. The tour fee itself of 200 dollars per day, when compared to various people, I think it is average. Mr. Driver and Mr. Guides had a lot of knowledge and Mr. Cook made a very delicious dish. They did a good job as an expert. As Masai, Mr. Praygod is proud of the Masai people's land and has passion for work. Moreover, he is sincere.
IT
Email Stefano | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
the Guys from Il Masai are nice and professional and the place you will visit with them are amazing
everything went perfectly. Since the firts approach by email Il Masai expedition turned out to be really professional and well organized. Once there they organized an incredible trip taking care of every details. Tha natural park I had the chance to visit are simply wonderful and the guide was really expert.
SE
Email Michaela | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great guides, good value for money and world class safari!
The staff was incredible, dropping me off and picking me up and really sincwewöt caring that I got the best possible experience. Guide/chef were amazing, i think we had the best ones computer to other groups we met. Food was much better than expected. For this price what you get is really great!