An experience that delights your heart forever!
Allen Tanzania Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 1997)
- Member Of:
- TATO, TTB & AMREF
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $560 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Christina and Andreas | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
our Dream-Safari, organized by Allen Tanzania Safari
To begin with the summary: we would love to return to Tanzania, and IF we do, we will lay all organization in the hands of Allen Tanzania Safaris!
Why? We planned to do a 10 day Safari tour combining national parks offering the best chances to encounter the vast variety of animals, and also we wanted to experience some culture and finally we wanted to visit friends/colleagues who work in the Serengeti, before spending some days at the beaches of Zanzibar Island.
THAT is a lot of organizing to do, combining all of these elements... we chose Allen Tanzania Safaris by recommendation of a colleague who used work in Tanzania and recommended the company as being very professional and reliable and trustful.
And with our journey, we found all of these aspects confirmed added by a very sympathetic note from Eve, the owner of the company, who was always there for us in case we need assistance - and in Tanzania it seldomly goes exactly by the original plan ;-)....
Of course the driver is a very important factor for such a long journey including many days of game drives, and we felt safe in the hands of Emmanuel Makundi, who drove us throughout the 10 day journey, and we learned a lot from all his experience of the animals, of the country and the people (and we had good fun with him, thanks a lot, Makundi!! ;-)). Thanks to his intuition, we spotted so many animals, and on many occasions we were lucky enough not to be in a group of 20 or 30 cars surrounding the animals, but having a very private and individual encounter.
That was worth so much!!
We were very happy having chosen a local company for the organization of our trip... for various reasons.
First, we were happy to see that the money we were "investing" in our trip benefits the local economy and people from Tanzania directly - that gave a very good feeling.
Second, Eva was ALWAYS addressable for our needs when we wished to contact her.
Third, Eva's vast experience in organizing, being in second generation of doing this family business, which is a service business, and service she provides.
Experience a service orientation mounted in a trip plan that was perfectly well trimmed to our needs - that is what we felt after concluding the trip. We left all the choices for lodges, tented camps and the itinerary to Eva with the sole precondition that it must not be too expensive (despite the fact that we had a private driver and the car exclusively for the 2 of us) and that Ngorongoro is a must and that we would like to stay a a certain lodge there.
As May is still rain season, a lot of people we talked to who have done a similar trip told us it may not be ideal to spot all animals we would have loved to see, as the grass is still high and the animals are not forced to visit the water pools in order to drink, like in the dry season.
As a result, you might need patience and a little luck while doing the game drives, not sticking too much to your expectations to spot the most exotic animals.
Eva and Makundi are very good in transporting the feeling that the "big five" idea is spoiling the true purpose of the trip a little bit - not leaving enough space for enjoying wildlife as it is. We had had the luxury of comfortably long time-spans for our game drives, and we were often lucky, after all.
In May, the environment is still green, which is a comfort to the eye, and also the streets/paths are not so crowded.
On the other hand, with the high grass you might have a complete day of game drive and the only animals you spot are birds and Elephants and Giraffes, apart from the Wilderbeasts and Zebras and Gazelles... Not very probable, but possible...
In the end we did Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Ndutu, then we spent 2 days at Fort Ikoma visiting our friends, and we ended the Safari trip with a full day of game drive in Serengeti ... the itinerary of Eva and the way Makundi did it, left us enough time and we never had the feeling having to rush from one spot to the other... In the end, we spotted al animals we intended to spot, and so many more.
Elephants and Giraffes and Lions in Tarangire, Black Rhinos in Ngorongoro, Serval Cats and Caracals in Ndutu (a most beautiful lodge there) Hippos, Cheetahs and Leopards (and many Lions) and again a Serval Cat in Serengeti.
The most impressive experience was not one of these single encounters, it was witnessing the miracle of the great migration, and the fact that Tanzania and Kenia are hosting this unique journey of the ungulates within an intact and preserved ecosystem. A unique and impressive experience.
For Zanzibar Island, May might really be not ideal do to the fact that rain requires clouds, and without the sun, beach and water are not always being perceived in the most brilliant way... Anyway, for a number of reasons we are happy to have been there, but will probably not return there...
After 2 weeks, we returned safely to Germany, with our soals and hearts being filled with tons of beautiful impressions and having had so many beautiful experiences.
We for sure want to return to Tanzania (mainland), maybe with family or friends - and if we do, Eva will be the first to contact in order schedule a unique trip ;-)
Email Simon Jones | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional organisation and very friendly, highly recommended
We went with Allen Tanzania Safaris recently to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park on a private safari with Ebenezer as our guide and all meticulously planned by Eva and all I can say is it was amazing from start to finish.
Eva did a fantastic job of going through all the options with us before deciding on the final itinerary. Starting from the moment Ebenezer picked us up from Kilimanjaro airport to the time he dropped us back at the end of our safari it was nothing short of incredible. Despite going in the off peak season Ebenezer used his enormous wealth of knowledge to find us any and every animal we could of ever dreamt of seeing and more!!! We saw Rhinoceros, Elephants, Giraffes, Hippopotamus, Lions, Cheetah, Leopard, Buffalo, Hyena, Wilderbeast, Zebra, Gazelle, Crocodile, Dung Beetles, Black Mamba, Giant Millipede and many more.
I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending them to anyone who wants to go on Safari in Tanzania and will definitely be using them again when we return in the future.
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Email Ali Habib | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
High-end, Luxury Safari with Allen!
My wife and I had an incredible Safari experience with Allen. We vetted several different operators and spent quite a bit of time researching - we are so glad we went with Allen. A few things to highlight for others in a similar position:
- High Touch - Allen is a family run operation; other operators were large with separate sales and operations teams. With Allen it was all connected, personalized, and high-touch. Eva from the planning team was able to accommodate all our preferences and needs and everything was seamless.
- Amazing Guides - Ebenezer was simply outstanding. Very knowledgeable and professional. Was always one step ahead of our needs and always was mindful of all of the small things. Was super flexible and made each day the best experience possible. We had a blast with Ebenezer!
- Quality Cars - We initially overestimated this, but the cars make a huge difference. Allen's cars were spacious, had AC, had WiFi, headrests and extra cushion. Makes a big difference given the amount of time you spend in the car.
No Hassle - Allen took care of everything. The flights, the hotels, the balloon ride, food, snacks, etc. Everything we needed was prepared for us!
Overall, we had an incredible experience. If you are seeking a luxury, high quality safari, go with Allen.
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Email Catherine | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We shared some unforgettable moments with Allen Tanzania Safaris
We wanted a personalized private safari with travel between the different parks by bush taxi plane to limit the tiring transfers between the different parks.
I can only recommend this solution, which allows you to make the most of the safari.
We selected Allen out of 7 other agencies because of the quality of their advice and their ability to listen.
Allen remained very flexible regarding the adaptations we wanted to make to the trip, and responded to all our requests.
We did a 7-day safari.
Departure from Arusha by plane to Kuro in Tarangire. Safaris in the Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro reserves. Then transfer by plane to Seronera in the center of the Serengeti. We continued with a 3-day safari in the north and center of the Serengeti.
We were lucky enough to be able to admire some extraordinary wildlife in vast of varied landscapes.
We saw the big five as we should, but also all the other animals such as hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, zebras, a multitude of gazelles, an impressive number of elephants, not forgetting the countless birds and rich flora. In the north of the Serengeti, we were very lucky to come across the great wildebeest migration returning from Kenia at this time of year.
Perfect time of year to visit the Serengeti, with pleasant temperatures and cool nights. Despite the period of light rain, we only had 10 minutes of rain during the whole safari.
A big thank you to our two guides, Emanuel and Armani, who shared the task of accompanying us throughout our safari in their recent jeeps, which were put through their paces on the roads and tracks of the Serengeti (massage guaranteed). They shared their passion with us.
We have absolutely no regrets about our choice and can only recommend Allen Safaris.
Email Katharina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Knowledgeable, very family friendly and catering to our interests.
My family and I enjoyed a fantastic safari to Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Crater with Allen Tanzania Safaris. We were a group of seven which included 4 teenagers. We each had an incredible experience.
Our guide shared so much of his knowledge - not just about the animals, but also about the parks, the geology, the flora, Tanzanian ethnic groups and Tanzanian heritage. He responded to our many questions and engaged us with plenty of interesting information about what we were seeing. We heard fascinating accounts of animal behaviour… and we even learnt some Swahili songs!
We had particular interest in the bird life in the parks and he catered perfectly for this and even kept a record of the 57 species that we saw - sharing his list at the culmination of our trip!
The lodges were beautiful with stunning gardens and swimming pools. One lodge was particularly teenage friendly with a basketball hoop, and volleyball court as well as a pool. The staff in every lodge were super welcoming, the rooms were comfortable and clean, plus the food was delicious!
The safari cruiser was reliable, comfortable and afforded great views of the parks especially when we popped the roof. We felt safe throughout, and respect for our surroundings was consistent.
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Email Bettina and Juan Carlos | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect
Manuel was the perfect guide!
Polite , knowledgeable , friendly , an exceptionally safe driver , accommodating to our needs and requests and always with a smile , looked after our comfort and safety and most of all shared our passion for nature, going out of his way to provide us with the personal experience we were hoping for!
Bravo !!!!!
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Email Ndekusia Mariwa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Allen Tanzania Tours offers exceptional safaris with top-notch guides and excellent hospitality.
I recently went on a safari in Tanzania with Allen Tanzania Tours, visiting Tarangire and Ngorongoro.
Our tour guide, Ebenezer Allen Mnyenye, was incredibly knowledgeable and made the trip unforgettable with his expertise and friendly demeanor. We explored the breathtaking Tarangire National Park and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, witnessing incredible wildlife and stunning landscapes.
The accommodations provided by the company were top-notch, including stays at Pazuri Inn in Arusha and Eileen's Inn in Karatu. The hospitality was exceptional, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time.
I highly recommend Allen Tanzania Tours for anyone looking to book a safari adventure. I will definitely be booking with them again in the future!
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Email Johanna B | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Allen Mnyenye offers a well-planned, informational and thoroughly enjoyable safari experience.
To celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary, we wanted to share with our children and grandchildren (ages 7-10 years) the unique natural beauty and welcoming hospitality of Tanzania. This was our third safari with Allen Tanzania Safaris and Allen outdid himself! His planning and execution of the 1500 km trip were impeccable - AGAIN! His humor and patience helped immensely with our grandchildren's enjoyment and appreciation of this special experience. Our strong endorsement of AllenTanzania Safaris is based on a 20-year relationship with Allen Mnyenye and his highly qualified and professional drivers and guides. If you are searching for an informative, well-planned, and thoroughly enjoyable safari, look no further than Allen Tanzania Safaris. You will be astounded by the experience that awaits you.
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Email [email protected] | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Experience
With Allen Tanzania Safari you aren't only getting you a guide who drives you around, you are getting naturalists with up to 30 years of passion about the land they live in. I couldn't be more satisfied with the wonderful experience they gave us.
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Email Sergio Burani | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
After 8 safaris, this is the best company I've worked with!
I have traveled to Africa at least two dozen time and completed 8 safaris. As professional photographer, my expectations a very high. Out of my 8 safaris, 3 have been with Allen, over the course of 20 years. This is the best testimonial for the high quality of my experiences with Allen Tanzania Safaris. Allen is a great human being and so are the members of his staff. Should I go on safari one more time, I will call Allen again. No doubt in my mind!
