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
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If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Sarah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgable
Melita is amazing! He is extremely knowledgable about every animal and stops along the way to answer all questions. His driving was very professional and cautious. We were lucky enough to see lioness and its cubs which is very rare. We did a 4 day safari including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Lunch was made with so much love everyday by the wonderful chef Salem. I would recommend this trip to everyone at least once in their lifetime!
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Email Laura Dolen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari EVER!
I had never been on a Safari before so I did not know what to expect. Suricata Safari blew me away! Our guide Rocky was AMAZING! He was funny, kind, patient, knew all the hot spots, made sure we had a clear view of every animal we encountered and he was full of fun facts for every animal we saw and we saw ALL the animals. He also had great rapport with all the other guides which was great because they helped him figure out where the animals were. We were able to see the big 5 which was not guaranteed but we saw them!!!! The camping was great, comfortable and overall nice. The best part of camping was the food. Our chef Tito’s food was full on gourmet meals! Breakfast, lunch and dinner all of them absolutely delicious. I can’t stress enough how great this trip was. If you book, ask for Rocky!!!!
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Email Dagmar | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari experience
What a great experience.Our Guide Damian did a very great Job,smart and handsome Always giving us a Lot Background information. You can tell he knows what He is doing-we were always on the right spot and lucky to see many animals very close.
Suricata Bomba Lodge is amazing and also the night in Serengeti was a memorable experiences.
Unfortunatally nobody was at JRO Airport to pick us up - but Suricata managed everything very professional and quick.
This is really the only reason why we only give 4*-other than that we can only recommend this company - we got more than expected. Thanks to the whole Team for making our Safari unforgetable.
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Email Jared | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
After reading all the reviews why haven’t you booked?
This was an amazing experience! The driver Elas was very knowledgeable of the area and had a great eye! Just in two days we saw everything Serengeti had to offer with wild life. Then there was the food… it was amazing! We had full course meals when other groups had box lunches haha. The camping was clean and we even were visited by zebras the last night. I had booked this as an add on after Kilimanjaro and this was such a surprise. I’ll definitely be coming back for a larger safari with this company.
Outside of the safari I was given a 1:1 briefing where they came to my hotel I was staying at. I didn’t have binoculars so my briefer John picked up a rental for me to use. I misjudged how far Moshi was to Arusha so decided to get a hotel here vs the one I booked in Moshi. The team was very helpful and got me a room and arranged my airport travel the next day.
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Email Lisa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mind-blowing experience with Suricata Safaris! Best Safari of our lives! Outstanding guide!
Organised with my brother almost by chance, it was the most exciting experience we have had so far. Suricata Safaris was able to meet all our needs and gave us an experience that was absolutely mind-blowing. Despite our delayed flight, we found a staff person patiently waiting for us at the airport. From that moment on, we were cradled and cuddled in a growing of emotions.
All the staff were helpful, welcoming and kind, to say the least: from the staff of Suricata Booma Lodge (a gem with a view on Lake Manyara) to the staff of each of the accommodation and/or tented lodges where we stayed during the safari.
However, we would particularly like to thank Gerald, our guide throughout the Safari, because he accompanied us on our journey to discover the Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro in an EXCELLENT manner. Always ready to answer any of our questions in more than detail, he was able to convey to us the beauty of a wild land, rich not only in animals, but also in so much greenery and so much culture and tradition that touched us deeply and moved us too. Gerald was able to create a wonderful feeling with the whole group and make our trip unforgettable.
We are happy and consider ourselves very lucky to have had the opportunity to not only meet such amazing people, but also to have seen so many animals in their natural habitat, learning a little more about their habits and their land...thanks to Gerald, of course!
To anyone who wants to experience the same emotions as us, we recommend that you organise your trip with Suricata Safaris and ask to be accompanied on your journey by Gerald himself!
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Email Alex and Kristina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic 5 day safari
We went on a 5-day safari with our guide Amiri, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Before diving into the details of the safari, a few words about Amiri from Suricata: he truly made the trip unforgettable. He looked after us so well, shared his deep knowledge of wildlife, and brought us to all the best spots to see the Big Five and so much more. Every question we had, he answered with patience and passion. Thank you, Amiri, for making this such an incredible adventure!
As for the safari itself: breathtaking parks (Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti), cozy accommodations with delicious food (options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians), and wonderfully welcoming staff. We felt safe and comfortable at every moment.
All in all, an amazing experience we highly recommend—especially if you can go with Amiri!
Best
Alex & Kristina
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Email Seda | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience!
I had a great experience with Freddie as my guide. We saw so many different animals and he was very kind and informative the entire time. We had a great group and had a fun time exploring each day. I was surprised with how great the accommodations were. Especially Suricata Boma Lodge! It was so beautiful. I would definitely recommend it!!
Email Michelle | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari Experience with Suracrati Tours
Our family of five had an absolutely unforgettable 4-day safari with Suracrati Tours in Tanzania. From start to finish, the experience was incredibly well-organised and deeply enriching.
Our guide, Isaac, was fantastic, kind, humble, and full of knowledge about both the wildlife and the cultural history of Tanzania. His passion and thoughtful approach made the trip even more special. Thanks to him, we saw far more animals than we ever expected, including some rare sightings, a true dream come true.
We were also fortunate to have Tito as our chef. The meals he prepared, especially lunch and dinner, were consistently delicious, usually a hearty mix of rice or pasta with fresh meat and vegetables. Breakfasts were a bit more basic (fried eggs and pancakes daily), but still appreciated given the remote setting.
There was only one minor hiccup worth mentioning, not directly the fault of the tour company, but helpful for future travellers to be aware of. At the start of our trip, a briefer at our hotel recommended we tip €15–€20 per person, per night, noting that the driver (Isaac) would receive 70% and the chef (Tito) 30%. When we returned to camp at the end, we gave the full amount to both together, assuming they would divide it. However, Tito believed it was all for him, leading to a slightly awkward moment. We later gave Isaac extra, as he genuinely deserved the full tip we had intended for him. He remained kind and gracious throughout, but we felt bad for the misunderstanding.
Despite this small issue, we could not recommend Suracrati Tours more highly. The experience exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are so grateful to Isaac and Tito for making it so memorable. Just a note to future travelers, make sure to clarify and handle tip distribution yourselves to avoid confusion
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Email Wesley | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Just book this one! Stop scrolling!
Wow! This experience surpassed all expectations. I will NEVER forget these 4 days, thanks to our group-mates, our chef Tito, and our OUTSTANDING guide Rocky!
I would really recommend Suricata Safaris as compared to others. For example, we would stop for lunches, and many people had lunch boxes, but not us!! Each lunch was a full course meal. Same with the breakfasts and dinners! Shout out to our chef, Tito! The food really surpassed all expectations.
I feel that we also got very lucky with our guide, Rocky, too. He was SUPER knowledgeable about everything. I myself a high school biology teacher really appreciated being able to ask him any question about animal behavior, ecosystems, and even the flora of the park. He always had a positive attitude and a great sense of humor and really made the whole experience a true joy.
Some campsites were better than others, but Suricata provided heavy duty tents, warm sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and pillows. ALL park entrances are included in the price, which made everything seamless and easy. The vehicle was comfy and even had a cooler if you wanted a couple of beverages for the road.
Again, I really cannot recommend Suricata enough. They are not the biggest company, but I can tell they are very thoughtful and purposeful about what they do. They sent someone to our hotel to give us a personal briefing before the safari and then were adamant about feedback after the safari was done.
Scroll no further, just book these guys!
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Email Holger | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing, professional and responsive Safari
Due to a cancelled flight from Nairobi, we had to change the connecting flight to Arusha to Kilimanjaro airport. On very short notice, Jackson, took care of our request to pick us up at the different airport and two hours later and managed the changed pickup without any additional costs.
Daniel’s briefing prior to the Safari was comprehensive and efficient.
With Alphonse as our guide, we have been extremely lucky. He might be one of the most knowledgeable and responsible guides one can get for a Safari in Tanzania. He cares about nature conservation and the animals in an exemplary way. He is a brilliant driver and responded very well to our wishes to stop for taking pictures, when it was possible. When we ran out of time, he explained why we had to rush and we got to see the big 5 and many more on our 5 days medium budget Safari.
The Safari lodges and the bush camps were excellent. The food was always good and sometimes very good. Even one of our daughters, a vegetarian, found always something to eat.
If I would have to hint at a downside, the SG Premium hotel in Arusha is really outdated, several things in the room broken or not complete and it was not clean at all. We certainly will not stay there again.