Happy safari guides from Aardvark Expeditions
Aardvark Expeditions
- Located In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2008)
- Member Of:
- TATO & TTB
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $180 to $650 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Rennie Kienitz | 50-65 years of age
great service and great experience with this company
from the very first day I contacted Philemon he always tried his very best to answer all my question and gave me all the details about the trip that I need I had requested a certain guide and he delivered on that also. I was totally blown away on how my team treated me and took care of me especially on summit day they really stepped up on that day and made sure I reached my goal without risking my safety the rest of the team was great also they worked non stop every day it was amazing how hard they worked and the food was unbelievable I did not expect to be feed that much and the cook was also amazing on his meal selection. It was just a great experience working with Philemon and my team I will never look anywhere else when I head back next time.
NL
Email Eric Oosterveen | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding trip by Aardvark to visit Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater with excellent guide
My wife and I went on the weekend safari to Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater with Aardvark.
There are a lot of companies who can arrange a safari tour for you. We didn't have any experience with the companies so through the internet we became in contact with Aardvark.
Philemon responded very quick by mail. Further contact was by WhatsApp. This contact was very good and quick. Philemon offered even to visit us to discuss the safari.
In a short time we had planned the safari and the overnight stay at Ngorongoro Farmhouse including the price.
We left at Saturday morning and the guide was waiting for us perfectly on time. The guide Urio was very kind.
We started at Tarangire and we have seen a lot of different animals. It was very busy at the entrance of the park, but Urio took care of the documents in 5 minutes. Urio was not for 'convoy' driving, he managed to avoid al busy roads and he took his own way in the park with a speed that we had all the time to look at and look for the animals. He also looked with us for the animals. His knowledge of the animals and the surroundings was very good and you could ask him everything.
At the picnic in Tarangire he even had a plaid on the table for us!
After Tarangire we went for the overnight stay to Ngorongoro Farmhouse. The stay in the lodge was excellent, the food was good and in the early morning at 06.00 am the lunchbox is prepared in front of you with things you like.
With a short drive we went in to the Ngorongoro area. From the entrance of the park it was a drive of 50 minutes to the entrance of the crater.
The crater was astonishing, what a view at the top and inside the crater. Again Urio got us into the park and out of the 'traffic' of all other visitors very fast, and he took the time to drive through the crater to look for many animals. We again spotted a lot of wonderful animals. The lunchsite was perfect, also the plaid we could to sit on, at the lakesite with hippo's in front of us!
After lunch we wanted to see de rhino but we had no luck.
Great thanks to the organization of this trip by Philemon and our friendly guide Urio.
I would highly recommend this company for everyone, the details of this safari made it perfect.
CA
Email John and Jean | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent trip, flexible planning!
This was our first trip to Africa. We stayed for 4 weeks, one of which was devoted to a 7-day safari to Tarangire, Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater. One of those days was devoted to exploring the city of Arusha.
Philemon planned an excellent safari for us. The accomodation ranged from luxurious to very good considering the location when staying in the middle of the Serengeti. Most camps or lodges brought us as close to the local wildlife as we cared to be. The game drives allowed us to see all of the big animals one associates with these parks as well as allowing us to become familiar with many others. Our driver/guide was patient and accommodating and we also learned a lot about local culture in conversations with him.
Philemon made our trip easy by arranging airport transfer on arrival, accommodation at the beginning and end of our trip as well as the safari trip itself and he remained flexible to changes in our schedule. For example he provided support for an extra day in Arusha as we had an evening flight leaving JRO.
We happily recommend Aardvark Expeditions to anyone looking to plan a trip to Tanzania.
DE
Email Sven Hase | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic 2 days in Tarangire and Ngorongoro National Park
We had originally booked with another organizer of a 4-day tour. But this did not come about through inadequacies on the part of the organizer. Fortunately, our hotel, Tulia Hotel in Arusha, Philemon recommended us. Within 1 hour we planned the trip and booked.
Then it started. On time we were picked up with an old, well-maintained Land Rover and we drove on the first day in the Tarangire National Park. Our guide was just great. Ridden peacefully, answered questions at any time adequately, witty and simply an expert in the national park.
We did not really expect to see much on the first day, but we had such incredible luck and saw everything we wanted. It was just amazing. The animals, the nature, the whole scenery ... madness!
We stayed at a lodge half way to the Ngorongoro Crater. Everything perfect and great food.
Early in the morning we went to the crater. Just the ride on the crater rim was so impressive and would have been enough for the day. What kind of nature.
When we arrived down in the crater we were just overwhelmed by the mass of animals.
There was a fascinating silence interrupted by animal sounds.
Simply very, very impressive, fascinating, uplifting ...
You just have to see it.
Therefore, I can only recommend Aardvark Expeditions Limited and Philemon Joel.
Email Dr Dave Haran | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The trip to Tangarire and Ngorogoro was fantastic.
Two of us went on the weekend safari to Tangarire and Ngorogoro. Don had just climbed Kilimanjaro so was looking for R&R. I have a long attachment to Africa.
The trip was astonishing from the first entry into Tangarire. Settling down by a watering hole were a pride of lions snoozing after a kill. But they hadn't counted on this Bull elephant wanting a drink! What a show watching the Bull chase away the lions much to the relief of thirsty zebra and wildebeest. The trip continued in brilliant fashion thanks to the knowledge and keen eyesight of our driver.
The organisation of the trip was ideal with an overnight stay at a lodge complete with bar good food and swimming pool.
Phil the director of Aardvark went out of his way to a accomodate our needs for the trip.
I would highly recommend this company to everyone.
FR
Email C&B | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable honeymoon
Aardvark is a very trusted company to have an amazing safari tour. Philemon made us a special program according to what we asked for.
We took a 5 days safari program and we could visit the Lake Manyara National Park, The Serengeti and the Ngorongoro.
Livingstone, our driver, was amazing during all the journey. He knows absolutely everything about animals. He made our safari unforgettable.
You can choose and trust Aardvark if you plan go on a safari in Tanzania.
DE
Email Adrian | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trekking in Kilimanjaro
We were a team of 9 people and organized the trip by Aardvark as we already took a safari trip with them a couple of years ago. Every aspect of the trip was great organized by the Aardvark team. All of us made it to the top. Special thanks to Mr. Philemon, definitely to recommend!
RO
Email Ghenadie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice climb on Kilimanjaro
Had a well organised climb - all of us got to the top! The food was very good for such conditions. The guides and the whole crew very kind and helpful. Planning to try a safari next time.
EE
Email Rein | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Safari with our driver-guide Urio
The Safari tour was excellent, service in every stop very good and most probably the places to stay overnight as well
CA
Email Kelli and Karl | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome 4 Day Safari!
We took a family vacation to Tanzania, with our three adult daughters and our two sons in law. It turned out to be an amazing adventure for the 7 of us. Everyone asks us what was the highlight of visiting Africa - a resounding THE SAFARI!!!
Aardvark Expeditions was there to answer all of our needs. When we arrived in Arusha Philemon came and met us at our hotel to finalize one aspect that needed to be completed, before we could go. After our return to Arusha he once again came to see how we had enjoyed our experience.
Our driver Urio was a wonderful addition to our safari, he was prompt and so helpful. I felt he was also very focused on our safety, at all times. And made sure we should be at our destinations in good time. We saw all the big 5. We took the time to stop and watch the animals in their natural habitats , whether it be lions eating a zebra, a baby lion trying to climb a tree or elephants on parade heading to the water hole. All in all it was a wonderful experience,
