Hilary and Martin - owners of Suricata Safaris
Suricata Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 50-100 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $190 to $600 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 John | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
I would recommend Suricata Safaris if you only do a safari once do it right
Let me start by saying, this was the best experience I have ever had from start to finish. Gerard our driver , guide and very good friend welcomed us looked after us throughout the safari and catered for our every need
His knowledge and driving skills far exceeded anything we had expected and if one day I return I would thoroughly 100% would ask for him
Gerard was an excellent guide and driver who made our Suricata Safari an unforgettable experience.
Our safari with Suricata Safari was made truly exceptional by our guide and driver, Gerard. He was knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and had an incredible ability to spot wildlife that we would never have seen on our own. He always made us feel safe, answered every question with enthusiasm, and ensured we had the best possible experience throughout the trip. Gerard is a real asset to the company, and I would highly recommend requesting him if you book a safari.
That said, there were two aspects of the overall experience that were disappointing. First, the company applies a 5% surcharge for card payments, which was not clearly communicated upfront and felt like an unnecessary hidden cost. Greater transparency about payment fees would improve the customer experience.
Second, the pre-safari stay at SG Hotels in Arusha did not meet the standard we expected. The hotel felt dated, and the rooms and overall hospitality environment were old and uncomfortable. Given the otherwise premium safari experience, choosing a better partner hotel would make a significant difference.
Another drawback was that the company mixed mid-range and camping guests in the same safari vehicle, resulting in unnecessary delays and logistical inefficiencies at nearly every stop as different accommodation drop-offs and pick-ups had to be coordinated.
Overall, the safari itself was fantastic thanks to Gerard, but improving payment transparency and upgrading the accommodation in Arusha would make the experience even better.
Email Sofiane | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable 4-day honeymoon escape in Tanzania!"
"My husband and I booked a 4-day private safari with Suricata Safaris for our honeymoon, and it was pure perfection from start to finish. Everything was organized seamlessly—from our initial pickup at the airport to the final drop-off.
Our driver, Jeremy, made this trip so special for us. He has an amazing eye for wildlife and somehow managed to get us incredible views of lions, elephants, and even a mother cheetah with her cubs. Jeremy was exceptionally polite, knowledgeable, and always ensured we had the best angles for photos while keeping the vibe relaxed and romantic. The land cruiser was spotless, super comfortable for just the two of us, and stocked with cold drinks every morning. The lodges chosen for our 4-day itinerary were cozy, romantic, and had outstanding food. We couldn't have asked for a better romantic getaway in the wild—huge thanks to Jeremy and the whole team!"
Top Driver to stop the best points
We was going with Luther he is a Great Driver, Going to the best spots and make It possible to see all the Big Five. It’s was a Great Trip and we can Halli recommend him as Tour Guide.
Excellent
We had an absolutely fantastic safari in Tanzania! It was truly an unforgettable experience. We were lucky enough to see the Big Five, and our guide, Luther, was simply incredible. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and always made sure we had the best wildlife sightings. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend!
CH
Email Tabea | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
amazing
It was an amazing safari with Luther, well organized. It was a pleasure having him as a tour guide!
JP
Email HAYATO | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Luther was incredibly kind and always did his best to find the best possible wildlife viewing spots.
Luther was incredibly kind and always did his best to find the best possible wildlife viewing spots. Thanks to his dedication, I had an unforgettable safari experience. I truly appreciate all of his efforts.
Email Fran | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience
Luther was a fantastic tour guide throughout our 4-day safari. We felt we had such a unique experience, getting to see the wildlife up close and personal. The experience was excellent for the price and the camping experience made the experience even more special. Would highly recommend the 4-day camping experience!
Email Jamie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible
Luther was an exceptional guide. Made sure that we saw all the animals available and got as close to them as possible. Could not have asked for a better experience. This is highly recommended to anyone wanting to do a safari tour
FR
Email Clara | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
I did a 3 day safari with my guide, Melita, and had a really great experience. Everything was well organized from start to finish, and Melita was kind, professional, and very knowledgeable. he always made sure we were in the best spots to see the animals. I would definitely recommend this experience and Melita as a guide. Thank you for such a memorable trip!