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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Reviews
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Email Amira | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari with family
The safari was very good, an excellent experience for friends and family. We got to see lots of different animals and the nature was beautiful. Our guide was Jordan, who is incredibly kind and friendly! We're very happy with our safari trip and would love to come again! 😄
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Email Yasen | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent experience
I was with my family, it was very nice, the driver was named Jordan and he was very kind and helpful to us, there were a lot of animals and we had a nice time, 100% recommend.
DE
Email Leo M. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best four days safari trip, thanks to Amiri
We did a four-day safari with Suricata Safaris (Tarangire, Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater) and we’re still thrilled about it. The main reason for that is our guide Amiri, so that’s what I want to write about first.
Amiri is just a wonderful person. Super relaxed, always in a good mood, and incredibly attentive at the same time. He explained things to us the whole time, about the animals, about the country’s history, about the Maasai, and about much of what we came across along the way. You could tell he wasn’t just reciting facts, he genuinely wanted to show us his country.
In the parks he always did everything to get us a good view of the animals, but never in a way that crowded or disturbed them. We really respected that. His instinct for wildlife is remarkable. Time and again he spotted animals that were almost impossible for us to make out in the landscape, sometimes even from the moving car and at great distance. On top of that he took care of everything. He organized the meals, set the table at lunch, was punctual every single day and always well prepared. And when one of our rims had a little crack, he sorted it out himself in no time and changed the tire. He’s also a fantastic driver. Traffic in Tanzania is pretty wild for us Europeans, but with Amiri we never felt unsafe, not once.
And the wildlife, a dream. We got to admire both the Big Five and the Ugly Five in full, plus giraffes, monkeys, zebras, gazelles, cheetahs, a python and countless other animals. A lot of it we saw right while they were eating or hunting. The thing that stuck with me most was a leopard moving through the Serengeti at sunset, chasing gazelles. You don’t forget something like that. All in all it was an absolutely unforgettable experience.
The lodges were mostly really lovely too. Suricata Boma Lodge was our favorite, beautiful grounds, great food and genuinely warm people. Another special experience was the night at Tanzania Bush Camp Simba, right in the middle of the Serengeti. You really sleep out in the wild there, you hear the sounds of the animals all around you in the evening and at night, and you’re closer to nature than just about anywhere else. That was an experience in its own right, and one we wouldn’t want to have missed.
If you’re going to Tanzania, book with Suricata and ask for Amiri. You won’t regret it.
Dear Amiri, thank you for everything, truly. You made this trip into something we’ll never forget. We hope we’ll see each other again someday. Asante sana, brother!
BR
Email Raphaela Stephanie Pontes Macchi | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!!!!!!!!
I always wanted to came to Tanzania and thought that might be beautiful, but it was better! Everything was perfect, the food, the lodges and the camp on the Serengeti was amazing!!!!! Very clean, the pleople are pure love!!!! And have no words to say about our driver and guide Ecky that stated like that and finished like a Rafiki (a friend) . He did everything to make us make in every way possible!!! So what to say? PERFECT!!! AMAZING!!!! I want to came back!!!
Thank you, that are things that no money can pay, and these days are going to stay in my heart forever!!!!
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Email Katja | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amiri was an incredibly knowledgeable, caring and passionate guide who made our safari unforgettable
Our safari with Amiri was absolutely unforgettable. From the very first day, he impressed us with his incredible knowledge, his passion for nature and his ability to spot even the smallest animals from a distance.
Thanks to Amiri, we had the opportunity to see the Big Five, which was already an incredible experience. He also introduced us to the Ugly Five, something we had never even heard of before. He taught us so many interesting things about the animals, their behavior and the ecosystem, and every day we learned something new.
What made our safari even more special was that Amiri taught us so much about Tanzanian culture, traditions and everyday life. Whenever we passed through villages, towns or other places on our way to the national parks, he would always explain what we were seeing. Instead of simply driving in silence, he always made sure that we understood what was happening around us and helped us see Tanzania from a much deeper perspective.
We learned so much about Tanzanian wildlife and culture, which made the whole experience much more meaningful.
Amiri always took the time to answer all of our questions and made sure we had the best possible experience. He provided an amazing all around service throughout the entire safari. He was not only an excellent safari guide and a very careful driver, but also took care of us in every little detail, from helping with our luggage to making sure everything was prepared for us.
Whether we wanted to spend more time watching an animal, take pictures or ask questions, he always gave us the time we needed. His ability to spot animals was incredible. He would notice animals so quickly, even when they were far away or well hidden, which meant we were able to see so many different animals that we might otherwise have missed.
His calm, friendly and caring personality made us feel comfortable from the very beginning. By the end of the safari, Amiri felt like much more than just our guide. He became a friend who shared an incredible adventure with us, and saying goodbye was honestly difficult.
We are already thinking about doing another safari in Tanzania, and there is absolutely no question that we would choose Amiri again. If you are looking for a guide who is knowledgeable, friendly, passionate, patient and truly cares about his guests, we can wholeheartedly recommend him.
Thank you, Amiri, for making our safari such an unforgettable experience. We will always remember these days and hope to see you again on our next safari! 🦁🐘🐆
5 stars without a doubt!
Email Matt & Hannah | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect
The whole tour was amazing from start to finish. All of the accommodations were beautiful and clean. The staff were like family, so welcoming and genuine. But, mostly, Jesse made the trip, he was a fantastic guide, he ensured we saw all of the animals, was respectful to them, informative and just great fun.
DE
Email Michelle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience!
We had three absolutely amazing days on safari. We saw everything there was to see, and our guide Frank did an incredible job. We were provided with delicious meals prepared by our chef James, and overall, we were very well taken care of throughout the entire trip. Everything went perfectly, and we would truly recommend this trip to anyone!
Email Isaiah Gaines | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience with Steve!
This safari experience completely outperformed expectations, from the beauty of the game drives to the hospitality at the lodges. Everything was as smooth as could be once we arrived at the Kilimanjaro airport. A driver shuttled us to our lodging for the night and gave us a detailed overview of what to expect for the next week of travel and game drives. The next day we started our experience with our guide Steve, and it’s hard to imagine a better guide! Steve was incredibly communicative and accommodating, always helping us get checked into our lodges and leaving us with details about what to expect for the next day. He was also extremely knowledgeable about the wildlife in each park as well as the local people and areas we passed through in between parks. Talking with Steve on our drives gave us amazing insight into the people and culture of Tanzania which we found incredibly impactful. Steve’s experience and expertise navigating the parks provided us with incredible fortune on our drives, and we were lucky enough to see all of the big five and many other beautiful animals! The hospitality at the lodges was also above and beyond. It was a treat to be able relax comfortably after long days in the parks! This experience has been once in a lifetime, and we’re so thankful for the opportunity to see this lovely part of the world, especially with such an amazing guide!
BG
Email Stoyan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari in Tanzania
We enjoyed our safari in Serengeti, Tarangire and Ngorongoro. Our guide Rasta man was cool and chill. He shares a lot of information for
the habitat of the animals. We succeeded to see the Great five during our journey and the crossing of wild beasts through Mara river.
All the camps were great and the stuff there very kind. Suricata boma logde were excellent and we had a great time there.
FI
Email Weson Ondee | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 3-day getaway and wonderful hospitality
Fantastic 3 day safari with Suricata Safaris. Jeremy took great care of us, guiding us through the best park routes and pointing out amazing wildlife sightings we would have totally missed. We also really enjoyed our stay at Suricata Boma Lodge; the atmosphere was quiet, rooms were very clean, and the meals were excellent. Highly organized trip from start to finish!