Bush lunch in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Tazama Africa Holidays
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- AMREF, Eco Tourism & Tour Operators Society of Kenya
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Karina | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
an absolutely disappointing and frustrating experience with Tazama Holidays in the Masai Mara, Kenya
I just returned from a 6-nights private Migration Safari with Tazama Holidays in Kenya, quite expensive for a single traveller in a land cruiser. And it was absolutely disappointing!
The aim of my trip was very clear from the beginning on - wildlife photography of the wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara.
But their driver-guide, Eric, first only did classic game drives and only after unpleasant vivid discussions finally took me to the Talek River instead to the requested more important Mara River crossing points, with the result that we only got to see one crossing on the very last day (even though I showed him the exact points on a map!)
This driver of a 'photographic' safari (Tazama's own words) did not know anything about the simplest rules how to position the vehicle. He was very stubborn and did not take lightly to criticism. At any sightings he would spend most of the time on his phone (talking or checking messages). He definitely lacks even the most basic communicative skills (except with fellow drivers) as it proved to be extremely difficult to get any info or feedback. The only positive thing: he is a good driver and game spotter. It might well be that you fare better when going with the owner, Antony, himself. But although this was initially the plan also for my trip, this was changed shortly before leaving. You never know what you get!
Shortly before leaving for the trip Tazama proposed to change accommodation, an intimate eco-bush camp inside the Mara Reserve instead a much bigger one outside the reserve. This proved to be an excellent suggestion. However, also here Tazama disappointed as they stated this new camp would be more expensive, but they would not charge it to me. During my stay, however, I got the info that the bush camp was in fact about 20 percent cheaper - quite a sum for 6 nights which Tazama of course happily kept for themselves.
In short, if you don't ask for anything more than very general 'touristy' game drives and don't mind being ripped off for accomodation rates, if you are fine with a driver who does what he wants and does not communicate, go with Tazama.
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Email Dr Adil | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very polite
Very polite and organised tour. Our guide Jack was a gem of a person and very knowledgeable.
He was always on time waiting for us and very patient while we clicked photos
Highly recommended to go by Tazama.
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Email Bigbee | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Most memories safari
I recently had the pleasure of booking a tour with Tazama Africa Holidays, and I must say it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I inquired about their services, the team was incredibly helpful and responsive, tailoring the perfect itinerary to suit my interests and budget.
During the tour itself, every detail was meticulously planned, and our guide was not only knowledgeable but also passionate about showcasing the beauty and culture of Kenya. From the breathtaking landscapes to the unforgettable wildlife encounters, every moment was truly unforgettable.
I cannot recommend Tazama Africa Holidays highly enough. If you're looking for a seamless and unforgettable travel experience in Kenya, look no further than Tazama Africa Holidays.
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Email Antony | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
8 day memorable safari
We had a great experience with Tazama Africa Holidays starting from planning process until we left Kenya. We talked with Antony to plan our safari and he provided all the necessary information for us to plan an itinerary to suit our requirements. Antony booked all our preferred camps . We visited 3 parks on our 8-day safari, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Massai Mara. Our driver/guide Jack made sure we had a great time in Kenya. He is friendly, helpful, and great with kids. Our kids had a great time thanks to Jack. He made sure we saw all the big 5 l and many more. Also, we were lucky enough to see a leopard hunting and a black rhino in Maasai Mara and it made our safari complete. It was an unforgettable experience for us.
Thank you to Tazama Africa Holidays and in particular Antony the owner and our best safari driver guide Jack.
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Email Andrew Johnson | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari with Tazama Africa Holidays
My girlfriend and I went for a 7-Days safari through Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli and it was absolutely excellent. It was our first time to Kenya and we did not know what it would be like but we were fully prepared by Antony the owner(Tazama Africa Holidays)He gave us a wide choice of accommodation we could choose from at each game reserve and helped organise our collection to and from the airport which was very needed!
On the tour, we had our own 4x4 safari Land Cruiser to ourselves with our guide Andrew our guide was knowledgeable about the wildlife,birds and Kenyan culture .
Our highlights were Lake Nakuru to see the wild rhinos up close and Amboseli was incredible to see Mount Kilimanjaro as the backdrop to over a thousand elephants in the swamp. The Maasai Mara was incredible to see so many big cats as well as loads of other exciting wildlife. The whole safari was well planned. Accommodation we stayed and the food was delicious everywhere we went .
I recommend anyone who is planning to do a safari to use Tazama Africa Holidays.
Email Tom | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic Safaris in Kenya
Another fantastic Safari with Tazama Africa Holidays, we asked for a bespoke itinerary and Antony’s selections were excellent. We went to the Samburu and Mara in Kenya, saw many animals and birds were plentiful, we had a high quality driver who missed nothing! communication and attention to detail great as ever, and the pricing very competitive. The ladies in our group felt very safe at all times so we are super happy. This is our 3rd Safari with them and we cannot recommend them more highly.
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Email Nickson N | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari operator
My wife and I recently spent fabulous 10 days on safari with Tazama Africa Holidays through Olpejeta conservancy ,lake Nakuru national park and Maasai Mara national.
I contacted 15 different companies and Tazama Africa holidays was our favorite.
Antony the owner was extremely fast,efficient,helpful and above all he went above to come up with the best itinerary and luckily he is a guide by profession.
He proposed an itinerary for us the was friendly to our budget and more so a relaxing one.
Our guide Jack was fantastic,experienced,knowledgeable and he understands animal behavior extensively and knew when to move on and when to hang around a little longer for a chance to see a chase. We saw three chases in the Maasai Mara: a lion chasing a zebra, a pair of cheetahs chasing an impala, a leopard hunting and the same two cheetahs finally overtaking a small eland. Jack also has a photography background, which allowed him to get us into great position for pictures. We saw every animal we could have hoped for and it exceeded our expectations .
We greatly appreciated the flexibility to create the trip of a lifetime. Likewise, being picked up at the airport and dropped off at the airport for the flight home came without a hitch. We highly recommend Tazama Africa Holidays for the ease of communication, designing the trip, and for a trip beyond our expectations
Thank you Antony and Jack for creating our outstanding and memorable experience.
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Email Hufmann | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best safari company
This was the most amazing trip we have ever had with Tazama Africa Holidays. Each day the trip got better and better.The accommodations and the guide were the best.Before the trip my wife and i were nervous staying in tents but the tents were better than the 5 star hotels we stayed.
We can't thank Antony the owner of the company for planning the best trip ever.
Our guide Andrew was wonderful,experienced,punctual and knowledgeable of the highest order.
We saw an incredible variety of animals including lions,leopards,cheetahs,rhinos,elephants and much more.
The all inclusive experience made it easy for us to sit back and enjoy each other company for the whole safari.
I can't recommend Tazama Africa Holidays and in particular Antony and Andrew.
Thank you for a wonderful and a memorable experience.
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Email Karlotta | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable Safari with Tazama in Kenya and Tanzania
This was our second trip with Tazama, and it was just as wonderful as the first one. This time we did a 2-week safari to Kenya and Tanzania. Antony, the owner, was incredibly helpful in customising our tour and providing advice on routes, locations and more. The accommodations Antony picked for us, especially at Ashnil Samburu Camp in Samburu and Ilkeliani Camp in Mara, were stunning and had delicious food without exception.
Our guides, Andrew and Jake (Kenya)/ Shaukat (Tanzania), were very kind, flexible, and knowledge of the wildlife/culture made our safari .
They were attentive to our interests, always eager to spot wildlife and accommodate our requests e.g. going on safari earlier/ later. We enjoyed that the guides were very respectful towards wildlife but we were still able to see the animals up close due to their ability to predict animal movements. Andrew's ability to position the car for perfect light and composition was particularly appreciated for taking wonderful pictures.
Overall, our safari with Tazama was fantastic, and we're already looking forward to our next trip!
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Email Bent Drejer | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Andrew was the perfect guide.
We did have a fantastic trip to Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara.
Our guide Andrew was very good, he did make sure that we did get a experience for life. We did se the big five, the ugly five and many other animals.
We recommend Tazama Africa Holidays