Hilary and Martin - owners of Suricata Safaris
Suricata Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 20-50 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
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
Email Tami | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommended - thank you so much!
We cannot thank Suricata Safaris enough. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish.
This was a trip for our honeymoon, we did the 4 day, 3 night camping trip. Suricata collected us from Killimanjaro Airport and took us to our B&B (Jevas Hotel) for a night before we started the safari. After the safari we stayed for one more night at Jevas then Suricata dropped us to the airport.
We had Gordon as our guide for the trip. Gordon was incredible - very knowledgeable (about the animals, landscapes and plants) as well as funny and patient when we wanted to take photos at every opportunity. He was an excellent driver and navigated some tricky / muddy roads with ease. Gordon was constantly looking for the animals and communicating on the radio with other trucks. Every day he made sure all the windows were clean ready for the next days trip, and would always keep us up to date with what to look out for spots and habits. We liked that he was really respectful of the animals.
We saw so many animals on this trip - including Black Rhinos, Hippos, Lions (& cubs), cheetahs, elephants, Ostrich, Zebras, Vultures….
Each night when we arrived at camp the tents were set up, and this includes a net on the door for bugs. Bathrooms were basic but we had hot showers on 2/3 nights which was unexpected. A highlight of the camping was that we went to bed with Zebras grazing next to the tent on the final night - a once in a life time experience.
The food was brilliant - thank you Salem and team!! We weren’t sure what to expect with a trip of this kind and being off the grid at times but we were never disappointed (or hungry). We were treated to a really array each day. Salem thank you for your delicious food!!
We would highly recommend Suricata Safaris and have already passed on their details to family and friends. Excellent value for money.
CN
Email Winnie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Chill Trip!
Communication through WhatsApp is smooth. Good value for a four day safari. Foods are delicious and prepared by chef everyday. Our guide is friendly, outgoing. When emergency happens, they handled very well. We also got lifetime photos.
BR
Email Diogo & Uender | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very good
We had a problem with our flight and ended up arriving in Arusha about six hours late. To be clear, this had nothing to do with Suricata—it was entirely due to the airline. Because of the delay, we missed our first day of safari in Tarangire and went straight to the Suricata Boma Lodge. This hotel is magnificent. We would definitely have stayed an extra day just to enjoy its facilities and the stunning view.
On the second and third days, we did the safari in the Serengeti. It was an incredible experience. We saw many animals and were lucky to be near a group of lions just as it started to rain. Watching how they behaved in that moment was fascinating.
The accommodations, both at Bush Tembo Camp and Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp, were excellent—very comfortable, with delicious food right in the heart of the savannah.
On the last day, we visited the Ngorongoro Crater. It was a foggy and overcast day, which made the descent into the crater feel even more dramatic. Truly unforgettable.
We didn’t manage to spot the Rhinoceros or the Leopard from the Big Five, but that’s just how nature is sometimes.
By the way, the SG Premium Resort, which served as our base in Arusha, is also an excellent hotel.
One important tip: we highly recommend arriving in Arusha at least one day before your safari starts. The local airlines in Tanzania can be quite unreliable, and delays like ours are not uncommon. Better to be safe and start your adventure stress-free!
IE
Email Kian | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, easy to work with, great value for money
My wife and I went on a 5 day group safari with Suricata Safaris for our honeymoon. It was an absolutely amazing experience! Everything was ran seamlessly from start to finish. Suricata Safaris were very easy to deal with, and were very quick to respond throughout the booking process.
On the safari itself, we had Fred as our guide. He was amazing! He was extremely friendly and showed an encyclopedia-like knowledge of all the wildlife we encountered and his passion for the area was evident, which made the experience even more enjoyable. His ability to spot animals in the distance was exceptional, and we got to see many amazing animals as a result. He happily stopped whenever any of the tour group spotted an animal they were interested in. Overall, he made the experience an unforgettable one!
All the accommodation was very comfortable and clean, and the food provided was very tasty. They happily catered to any food allergies in the group, including my wife who required gluten free food!
Would definitely recommend Suricata Safaris, 5 star experience!
BR
Email Caroline | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience!
We did the 4 day mid-range group Safari, and it was an amazing experience. Our guide was Melita, a really nice guy that made everything great for us during the game drives. We got to see the Big 5 (being the leopard with its cub up on a three eating their prey and many lions also with their cubs) and cheetahs right after a hunt. He was also very attentive to our group needs and wishes, so every time someone said that wished to see a specific type of bird or animal, he would keep an eye for it.
We stayed at 1 lodge (the Suricata Boma Lodge) and 2 busch camps during our safari. The lodge got us speechless, it was really much more than what we would expect. It is located right next to Lake Manyara, so the view from the pool is stunning.
The busch camps were also very comfortable, with hot water in the shower and located in places with beautiful views (the first one is on Serengeti and the second one on Ngorogoro). On the first one, we got to see hyenas, zebras and even a hippo, and we could hear a lion walking by in the middle of the night. On the second one, there were many buffalos around. Definitely an amazing experience!
All the meals were very good, not only on the lodge/busch camps, but also on the lunches prepared by Suricata’s chef.
Would definitely recommend!
Pro tip: book directly with them through WhatsApp for better prices.
AE
Email Oliver | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The one and only Damian…… best tour guide ever !!!
Wooooow where do I even begin !!! This was the most serene experience myself and my fiance have ever had. The company Suricata were so amazing to help organize the entire trip. Not only we came for the unforgettable safari trip but it was also a special moment for me to propose to my fiancé. They helped with every single detail to helping with the setup of my dream proposal at the Suricata boma lodge. Will never forget it !!!
Now the safari….
Absolutely magicalllllll. We arrived in Arusha and greated by the legendary mister T who was an absolute gentleman from the start to finish. He checked us in to explain the entire program that we chose which was the 4 days safari (more then enough). We were then greated by our tour guide who I have to say in all honesty, I’ve been on many trips and I’ve never had anything close to someone as this phenomenal tour guide Damian !! He was so much fun that he made our trip even more special. Not only did he know the entire ins and outs of the entire trip but we managed to see the BIG FIVE because of him !!! Thank you Damian for being a rock star during this unforgettable journey. I would definitely request for him !!!
Definitely coming back and most definitely having Suricata help organize the entire journey. Worth every penny !!!
Thank you for this once in a life time experience 🤩🤩🤩
Email Fran | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing amazing safari
The guides Damian and Golden were both amazing! They were very knowledgeable, answered all our questions and managed to spot all the animals!
They were such good fun making jokes and getting everyone in the car involved! They were the best.
Suricata Boma Lodge is absolutely beautiful! Like a luxury resort , beautiful rooms.
We had a hot lunch every day with meats, rice and vegetables which was delicious.
All the dinners and breakfasts were buffets with fruits, meats, pastries and bread.
All delicious!
All the staff we met were lovely and great fun to speak too.
All the facilities were brilliant throughout .
We had the most amazing trip.
Communication was all very smooth! Leading up to and during.
Great value for money!
Very reliable!
Email Ellz | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful 5 day safari experience with suricata safaris!
Beautiful safari with the best guides Golden and Damien! Very knowledgable answering any questions straight away! The lodges across the safari were lovely and comfortable with delicious food across the week. Would highly recommend and definitely take on another safari with suricata!!
US
Email Jamie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari, you won’t regret it!
We had the time of our lives on our first safari ever! Adam was our driver/guide and he was amazing, very knowledgeable, accommodating and entertaining! Even though this is the height of Safari-Season, we never felt rushed or crowded by other cars, saw all of the Big 5, and even got lucky enough to see a Cheetah and her cub, two leopards and two rhinos. Lots of other baby animals. The accommodations were well-located and beautiful. From the moment we stepped out of the airport we felt very well taken care of up until we were dropped off again, no issues. I highly recommend this Safari, especially with Adam!
Email Freya | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari with Suricata Safaris – A True Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
Unforgettable Safari with Suricata Safaris – A True Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
We’ve just returned from a 3-day safari with Suricata Safaris, and we honestly cannot recommend them highly enough! From the moment we arrived, everything was seamless, warm, and incredibly well-organized.
As soon as we got to our hotel, Daniel from the Suricata team was there to meet us with a smile, ready to brief us on our adventure through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. His professionalism and friendliness immediately put us at ease. He was also there to debrief us at the end, which made the whole experience feel so well-rounded and personal.
A massive shout-out to Chef Mr. James, who prepared the most amazing meals for us at the campsites—every dish was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. We were blown away by the quality of the food, especially considering we were on a budget safari.
Speaking of the campsites, they were far beyond what we expected for budget accommodation. They had hot water showers, a café with ice cream and chocolate, and a cozy atmosphere that made us feel completely comfortable after long days of exploring. At night, we saw zebras and water buffalo wandering near the campsites—a surreal and magical experience. And nothing can prepare you for the night sky in the Serengeti—we have truly never seen so many stars. It was breathtaking.
Our guide, affectionately known as Rasta Man, was incredible. He had an encyclopedic knowledge of the parks, a sixth sense for spotting wildlife, and a warm, infectious personality that made our trip unforgettable. Thanks to him, we saw the Big Five, and so much more. He told us at the beginning: “You arrive as strangers and leave as family”—and that couldn’t be more true.
Booking was also super easy and stress-free, with Jackson being incredibly helpful and responsive via WhatsApp. Any questions we had were answered almost instantly, and the whole process felt personal and smooth from start to finish.
Thank you, Suricata Safaris, from the bottom of our hearts. You gave us an experience we will never forget. We’re leaving a little piece of ourselves in Tanzania, and we’re taking with us the memories of a truly magical adventure.
Until next time – Asante sana!
