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Brilliant Adventures and Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Member Of:
- Tanzania Association of Tour Operators
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $250 to $3,510 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Ha Yang | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience from beginning to end!
Great experience booking our Tanzania Safari with Brilliant. Communication with Gladys was prompt and professional throughout, even as we requested and repriced many options and changes. Was originally quoted a five day drive-in and drive-out itinerary, and was happy to hear a fly-in and drive-out itinerary could be arranged when we inquired. This cut out about 6 hours of transit for little change in the price, and was favored for our family. We booked rather late into the season so accommodations for Zanzibar were somewhat limited, but Gladys was happy to price airport transport only for this leg of the trip and we booked our own accomodations. We were mostly happy with all the lodges they selected, with our only complaints being one-off quirks (noisy tent neighbors, or low water pressure).
The safari was splendid! George was our driver and guide, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Very attentive and flexible to what we wanted to see during the trip, but beyond that had a sixth sense for where to be to catch animals up close. Saw up close numerous elephants, giraffe, zebra, even lions on multiple sightings. Many animals we were not familiar with or had even heard of, George would whip out a guidebook and show us what we were looking at. Besides just showing us the animals, he had interesting facts and trivia to share for almost everything we saw, and made for great conversation between destinations. Also stopped at a few points of interest (and voluntarily skipped a couple) while we bought local food or snapped pictures of the scenery. We also had a 6 year old who loved to stand on the seat's armrest in order to look out the car's roof, and he always drove carefully or advised her to sit down when the road got too rough.
On more than one occasion when we were at a park for a picnic lunch, George had the foresight to bring tables and chairs, and we enjoyed a meal right away while multiple other groups stood around waiting for a table. The vehicle was well stocked with refrigerated drinks and snacks and kept in great condition.
Highly recommend the crew at Brilliant for the next booking, especially Gladys in the office and George as the guide. Ask for them!
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Email Alex | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect trip
Brilliant staff made everything for us to have a great experience. Very responsive and flexible at the time of booking and everything well set once arrived. I highly recommend
Email Mark | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Brilliant Safaris gave us breathtaking wildlife, expert guides, and superb service.
Our honeymoon and my partner’s 30th birthday with Brilliant Safaris were nothing short of extraordinary. From the very first email to the final farewell, their communication was excellent—clear, prompt, and attentive both before and during the trip. They went above and beyond to make the experience personal, thoughtfully adapting our itinerary so we could enjoy every moment at our own pace. Our guide’s enthusiasm was infectious; his deep knowledge of the animals and determination to help us see as much wildlife as possible made every game drive an adventure. Thanks to Brilliant Safaris, we left with not only incredible photos but also memories we’ll cherish for a lifetime.
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Email Yv | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best tour operator in Tanzania with exceptional service and insightful knowledge!
We traveled to Tanzania in July 2025 with Brilliant Adventures and Safaris, and the entire experience was outstanding from start to finish. Everything was well-organized, and the communication prior to the trip was clear and helpful.
Our driver and guide, Joshua, was exceptional — knowledgeable about wildlife, local culture, and the best spots for viewing animals. His professionalism and friendly personality made every day on safari both educational and enjoyable.
The safari vehicle was comfortable, clean, and well-maintained, making even long drives relaxing. The hotel and lodge arrangements were excellent — well-chosen for comfort, location, and service quality.
We had a smooth, memorable, and truly unforgettable Tanzanian adventure. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a reliable and professional safari operator!
Email Heather | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They made our dream trip come true!
Taking my kids on a safari before they all start heading off to college has always been a bucket list item for me. I started looking into options, tours, etc. about a year ago and came across a post/review on a travel facebook page about Brilliant Adventures & Safaris. I looked at their website along with a few other companies and started making inquiries. Brilliant responded quickly (first) and Julieth (the person who assisted me through the entire process) was extremely helpful, answering all of my questions (and I had a lot) and made me feel comfortable booking and kept me informed along the way. I knew we were in good hands and made the right choice just on my interactions with her.
When we were set to leave for the trip, our flight was canceled due to weather and we were unable to rebook until 48 hours later. While we panicked, Brilliant jumped in and quickly got everything rearranged/rescheduled for our new travel times and had us all set - it was amazing and we were truly grateful that they made everything work for us.
As for the actual trip, everything went smoothly and just as we had hoped. Our pick ups were seamless, the accommodations were phenomenal, food was plentiful, etc. We chose to split our time between the Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beaches. For the safari, we had the BEST guide, Tuma. From the moment Tuma picked us up, he made us feel like new friends. He was funny, friendly, calm and just set us at ease. He made sure we got to see everything we wanted to see and he was so knowledgable about the history, the animals, etc. and talked us through everything. There's no doubt in my mind that we had the amazing time that we did because we had Tuma as our guide! We were honestly sad when we had to move on to Zanzibar because loved our time on the safari with Tuma.
As I mentioned, the accommodations were great. All of our lodges felt magical and exactly how we would have imagined. The safari car was spacious and we enjoyed the ride through the Serengeti almost as much as seeing the animals. Snacks were provided in the car and we never felt hungry or like we needed anything more on the trip.
Brilliant arranged our transfer flight to Zanzibar and all of our activities on the island as well. We enjoyed visiting prison island and snorkeling with the dolphins on the Mnemba Island activity. The resort in Zanzibar was just what we needed after the safari and we enjoyed relaxing, participating in dances, and seeing what the island had to offer.
This was our favorite family trip and Brilliant made it special for us - everything went perfectly and they handled it all. I cannot recommend them enough and am grateful I stumbled across the Facebook post/recommendation!
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Email Hugo and Paola | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was incredible. Freddy is an amazing guide
We had an excellent trip with Brilliant Adventures company, before the trip in communication / travel advice and during the safari thanks to amazing guide. We really appreciated the Jeep that was very recent and clean, and our guide Freddy who was very nice and flexible. Both safari and hotels were perfect. We would highly recommend.
Email valeriya | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful and experienced
Amazing and beyond expectations ! Julieth was very helpful and nice to plan the perfect trip, she picked very good lodging and we couldn’t be happier. George, our guide/driver, was fantastic! He is very experienced and knowledgeable, helped us spot all the animals and told us about them and went out of his way to make the experience the best! He was also very friendly and always in good mood with a funny story handy, and an amazing driver. He also seems to know all the birds that live in Tanzania! Big thanks to Brilliant team - 5 stars!
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Email Concha y Luis | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Experience
We spent a wonderful few days enjoying the spectacular nature of Tanzania’s National Parks. Brilliant agency organized the trip very well, according to our preferences. The accommodations, the routes, Boni — of course — a fantastic driver with great patience and skill, Yuma, the agency’s quick response… everything contributed to making this trip an unforgettable experience. That’s why we wholeheartedly recommend Brilliant Adventures and Safaris.
Email Amanda Cameron | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
BEST VACATION ever
We had the absolute trip of a lifetime with Brillant Safaris! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, thoughtful, and stress-free. Our travel advisors, Julieth and Lightness, were incredible—so clear, responsive, and patient with all of our questions. They helped us plan the perfect itinerary and made every adjustment we requested with care and ease. We were an adult party of 3- 2 adults in our early 40s and our 21 year old daughter. All of the details were perfect for us all.
Each lodge we stayed at was beautiful, but Gran Meliá Arusha stood out as our favorite—an amazing way to kick off and end the trip. And our guide, Bony, made the entire experience unforgettable. He was kind, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure we had the best time. Thanks to him, we got up close with every animal we hoped to see, including breathtaking moments in the Serengeti and a meaningful visit to a Masai tribe. The driving was exceptional; we never felt unsafe and we had so much fun!
One of the most memorable parts was on our final day—Bony helped us buy rice and beans, and we stopped by a local school on the way to the airport to donate food and connect with the students. It was a beautiful and humbling experience that added so much meaning to the trip.
What truly blew us away is that Bony has even checked in on us and our family since we returned home—just to make sure we’re doing well. That kind of care is so rare and speaks volumes about the heart behind this company. Additionally, my mom was admitted to the hospital in the US while were were on our safari and Bony was so kind, offering us to connect to his wifi to ensure that my phone worked. He has checked on her multiple times, which means so much to me.
We wouldn’t change a thing. If you’ve never been on safari before—this is the way to do it. Brillant Safaris goes above and beyond and you should definitely request Bony a your guide. Truly a must-see adventure!
Email Caitlin & Steven | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Brilliant Adventures and Safaris provided us with a comfortable, safe, & thrilling safari adventure
First, the communication between us and the Brilliant Safari team was excellent. Lightness provided prompt and thorough responses to all of our questions via email, we felt the communication was excellent. I can't personally speak on the prices, as Brilliant was the only company we researched, and we were so satisfied, we didn't feel the need to reach out to any other companies. However, I believe the value for money was excellent. We chose the midrange option and it felt very luxurious. Our safari guide, George, exceeded our expectations. His driving was phenomenal, even during very wet and tricky conditions in the Serengeti. The meals provided were excellent, especially having hot lunches, rather than boxed lunches. We were very pleased with the choices of accommodations. Finally, the condition of the vehicle was superb. The safari vehicle seemed to be much nicer than many of the other companies we passed. Overall, we are very pleased with our experience with Brilliant Adventures and Safaris, and would recommend to anyone looking to combine a safari in the northern circuit of Tanzania with some relaxing beach time in Zanzibar.
