Lion King Safari Guides
Lion King Adventures
- Offices In:
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Canada
United States
Switzerland
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2010)
- Member Of:
- TATO & TTB
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $1,115 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
Email Jack subwy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good
Very good. Very nice trip with good guides. Will do it again.
Email Caroline & Mats | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A wonderful safari with our guide Enock
Right from the start Lion King were responsive and professional. I contacted a few other safari companies but Lion King were the ones that made me feel like they would give us the best safari. They listened to what we wanted from our safari and came up with initial proposal. We wanted to make a few changes and our sales agent Nickson Anderson duly responded with suggestions for the tweaks we wanted to make.
Once the safari was decided on we liaised with Nickson Obedi, part of the logistics team, who booked the accommodation and made sure we knew all the logistical details to make our safari go smoothly. Before we travelled any questions we had were quickly responded to and they gave us all the information we needed re, visas, vaccinations, where we would be picked up and when etc, to make sure we knew what we needed to do and where we needed to be.
For our 5 night luxury safari Enock was our safari guide. Enock was an excellent guide with an engaging smile and relaxed nature. It was great to learn from him and he was always happy to knowledgably answer our questions. My husband is a keen photographer and Enock always managed to get us into a good position for photos and patiently waited for us to get the shots we wanted.
Enock went out of his way to make sure we got to see everything we wanted to. We saw Leopards, Cheetahs, lots of lions, Elephants, Black Rhinos, Hippos, Giraffes, Zebras and Wilderbeast on migration and so much more.
We visited Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengetti National Park and stayed in 3 different accommodations. The accommodation that stood out for us was Nyota luxury camp. From the warm welcome to the luxury tent with a terrace from which you could see giraffes amble past, this camp was fabulous. We would have loved to have stayed longer than 3 nights here.
Everyone in Lion King that we dealt with did an excellent job of giving us a safari to remember. I would thoroughly recommend using them.
Thank you Lion King.
CA
Email Delphine Quach | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best guide ever!
Amazing time with Lion King Adventures and our guide Salehe!
We went to Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the crater, southern and northern Serengeti. From airport pickup to our last day, Lion king did an amazing job creating our itinerary and selecting our accomodation.
Salehe was so knowledgeable on the animals we saw and we got to see the Big 5 with him. He also shared information on the tribes, flowers, plants and life in Tanzania. He was a great and safe driver as well. He was always accommodating to stop anytime to see anything we wanted from the jeep even if we have seen the same animal multiple times. He was always making sure we had the opportunity to take pictures and also finding great scenes to shoot.
Our accommodations before the parks and our tented accommodations in the park were exceeding our expectations and had all amenities needed (wifi, soap, towels, water, coffee, tea and sometimes toothpaste as well!) and very comfortable beds. Breakfast and dinner were mostly buffet style with all types of local food and we also had a BBQ one night which was very tasteful.
The lunch food during the safari was amazing! It was 5 star picnic with actual silverware and plates, drinks and some sweets at the end.
The people we encountered and Salehe were very welcoming and polite, full of happiness and smiles.
I would definitely recommend Lion King Adventures to anyone!
UZ
Email Zulfiya | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Exceptional Safari Experience with Outstanding Service
Our safari with Lion King Adventures exceeded every expectation. The communication was fast, clear, and professional from the very first message. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and made us feel safe and comfortable throughout the entire journey. Every detail was perfectly organized — hotels, meals, routes, game drives — everything was handled with care and precision. We saw the Big Five, stunning landscapes, and experienced Tanzania in the most authentic way. Truly great value for money and a company you can fully rely on. Highly recommended!
IN
Email Ashish K | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari! Big 5, great guide, worth every penny!
Our one week safari with Lion King Adventures was nothing short of magical. We were incredibly lucky to have Immanuel as our guide - his deep wildlife and location knowledge, and attention to detail made the whole trip feel like a true luxury experience.
We got to see all the Big 5 we had hoped for, plus rare moments like a cheetah and leopard hunt. It genuinely felt like watching a live version of everything we grew up seeing on Discovery Channel.
Every lodge and camp we stayed in was excellent, the food was consistently good, and there wasn’t a single moment of regret. Worth every penny, a dream safari come true.
Email Alison Curley | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful wonderful wonderful
I cannot fault Lion King Adventures on anything. They were great. Nickson who gave us the quote, Rose who dealt with any pre trip questions and Murshid our guide for the safari. He was so friendly, great at spotting the animals and a very careful driver. I really enjoyed our picnics, they were special. Thank you for the wine too. Very nice. We didn't see leopards, seemingly they are very difficult to spot but we saw everything else and more. My favourite day was when we visited Ngorogoro Caldera. I loved it so much. What a fantastic experience.
Email Jim & Elizabeth | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience - Lion King Adventures made our visit special
There aren't many vacations that end up being even better than we imagined. Lion King Adventures made our first African safari a special experience. From the time our guide Haruni picked us up at the airport until we were dropped off 12 days later, we felt we were in excellent hands. While thrilling at times, we never felt in danger and we learned much more about Tanzania and wildlife than we expected. We have an interest in birds and Haruni went out of his way to point out new and interesting birds and knew an amazing amount about them. He also had excellent books that went into greater detail if we were interested. He was excellent at spotting wildlife throughout the tour and explaining animal behavior. I was often amazed at how he spotted animals hidden in trees hundreds of feet away. He also gave us insight into what life is like for ordinary Tanzanians and even took us to a local flea market. As the only tourists there, it felt special to experience this local event. The lodging choices were all very comfortable and the staff at each were very friendly and customer focused. They made us feel welcome when we arrived and sent us off with joy. We received quotes from a couple other tour operators and found Lion King to be very well priced, and we also liked the fact that they are locally owned so our fees remained in the local economy. We highly recommend Lion King Adventures and if we ever return to Tanzania will choose them as our guide.
Email Sue & Josh | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional safari tour company and guide - would 100 perecent recommend
A very big thank you to Naurey and the Lion King team for arranging our safari tour in Tanzania and our 4 days of relaxation on Zanzibar.
We had a fantastic holiday and appreciate all your efforts in making our trip so memorable.
Our safari guide Goody was such a lovely man and a super guide, he had fantastic knowledge of all the wildlife and was extremely respectful of the animals' welfare. Six days in the jeep were six incredibly special days, we saw all the animals we could hope to see, and Goody went above and beyond to ensure we had a super memorable holiday.
Naurey took care of all the bookings behind the scenes, every hotel we wanted and the room type we requested was delivered, all transfers were arranged and on time.
We were initially unsure about booking a tour directly with a company in Tanzania, rather than booking through a UK operator, but it was definitely the right choice and we would have no hesitation in recommending Lion King Adventures for a perfect safari - thank you very much.
Email Troy K | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Trip of a Lifetime — Thanks to Lion King Adventures
I’d always heard that a safari is one of those “must-do” experiences — and now I completely understand why. It’s truly incredible. But what takes a great safari from amazing to unforgettable are the people, the small details, and the personal touches along the way.
We did a ton of research before booking and almost went with another company that was nearly double the cost. I’ll admit I was a little nervous that choosing a more affordable option might mean compromising on quality. I couldn’t have been more wrong. The entire experience exceeded every expectation.
Our coordinator, Naurey, was wonderful — friendly, responsive, and endlessly patient with all our questions and itinerary tweaks. Thank you, Naurey!
We arrived in Arusha a day early to recover from jet lag (highly recommend doing this). It really helped us start the trip rested and ready.
Then came our guide — Mwita. And wow. I know there are a lot of great guides out there, but Mwita is in a class of his own.
He’s from the Serengeti and used to be an auto mechanic (which is pretty comforting when you’re hours from anywhere — though we never needed that skill!).
While some safari trucks zoomed past, Mwita was calm, confident, and incredibly professional — exactly what you want on those bumpy, narrow roads. His eyesight is unreal. He’d spot animals hundreds of yards away that we couldn’t even find with binoculars. (Pro tip: invest in a good pair — it’s worth it.)
Here’s how our itinerary looked:
Tarangire National Park – Elephant Springs: 5 star experience
Ngorongoro Highlands – Gibb’s Farm: 4 star experience
Serengeti – Nyota Luxury Lodge: 6 star experience (yes, six stars… it’s that good!)
Ngorongoro Crater – Lion’s Paw Camp: 6 stars!!!
Lake Manyara – Escarpment Luxury Lodge: 3 stars.
We spent one night at each, except Nyota, where we stayed 2 nights.
The lunches were great — warm, filling meals (usually chicken and rice) that easily beat the cold sandwiches I expected.
Lion King’s Land Cruisers are excellent — clean, comfortable, with plenty of room and charging ports for cameras and phones. You also get the sense that the Lion King team really looks out for each other on the road, which says a lot about the company.
Having a safe, professional driver was important to me, and Mwita was all that and more. He shared stories about his family and Tanzanian life that added so much heart to the trip.
This was truly the trip of a lifetime, and I’ll happily recommend Lion King Adventures — and especially Mwita — to anyone who asks.
Thank you for making our dream safari something we’ll never forget.
PT
Email Luís | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Five Perfect Days on a Private Safari with Guide Salehe
We chose Lion King Adventures for a Private 5-day Safari: 1 day in Tarangire National Park, 2 days in Serengeti National Park, 1 day in the Ngorongoro Crater, and 1 day in Lake Manyara National Park (including a Walking Safari).
From the very first contact, Lion King Adventures offered us an excellent proposal and answered all our questions promptly. They made us feel comfortable and confident about booking with them. We made the payment via Wise, and everything went perfectly.
We arranged our own accommodation in Arusha (one night before and one night after the safari), and Lion King had no issue adapting the proposal and the pick-up/drop-off accordingly.
Now, about our guide, Salehe Lionging — we highly recommend him. He has been a guide for over 10 years, and that experience truly shows in his knowledge and confidence throughout the safari.
He clearly knew the terrain very well, drove safely, and always knew where to take us within the parks. He had an incredible eye for spotting animals — many of which we would never have seen without him.
It was also very important to us that Salehe showed great respect for nature and the animals, as well as genuine care for his fellow guides on the road during the entire trip. Thank you, Salehe, for the amazing experience!
Our vehicle (number 1 – Mufasa) was always spotless, with unlimited fresh water and several other drinks available throughout the safari.
The lunches during the safari were excellent and served in generous portions. Salehe always found great spots for us to enjoy peaceful meals surrounded by nature.
The selected accommodations (Olea Farm Lodge and Embalakai Serengeti Camp) also exceeded our expectations. A special mention to the friendliness and atmosphere at Embalakai — truly memorable.
We will never forget this trip. Asante sana, or in Portuguese: muito obrigado!