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5.0/5

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Josephine   –  
United States US
Visited: August 2019 Reviewed: Sep 14, 2019

Email Josephine  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

AMAZING BEYOND ALL OUR EXPECTATIONS
5/5

We arrive home last week following an 10 days tour with Herbivore African expeditions,Tarangire,Ngorongoro crater and serengeti.It was amazing beyond all our expectations. Our private guide was a Tanzanian local,English speaking, He was excellent great local knowledgeble and organized everything like clockwork.Our accommodation was brilliant, we were treated like royalty, check out Arumeru river lodge in Arusha,Ngorongoro serena lodge,4 season hotel in serengeti was amazing.would highly reccomend this tour and look forwad to another experience with Herbivore African expeditions in the future.

Cris Fowler   –  
United States US
Visited: August 2019 Reviewed: Oct 10, 2019

Email Cris Fowler  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Simon went out of his way to personalize each experience for his guests.
5/5

Simon was extremely personable and an amazingly informative guide. He went out of his way to make certain his guests will see the animals as close as possible. He was very knowledgeable about the animals, their environment, and the native tribes that inhabited the land. We felt a bond with Tanzania and look forward to visiting again. Thank you for our life altering trip Simon!

John Hagins   –  
United States US
Visited: August 2019 Reviewed: Oct 11, 2019

Email John Hagins  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Simon did a phenomenal job and made our experience something we will remember for a lifetime
5/5

Simon is awesome. He has an amazing knowledge of the flora and fauna of Tanzania. He has bionic eyes and can spot wildlife that he points out before you will ever see.
The service was beyond our expectations.
Highly recommend touring with him.

G Garey   –  
United States US
Visited: November 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2025

Email G Garey  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

With incomparable service, Herbivore Expeditions is the best of the Tour Operators in Tanzania!
5/5

Simon Mwakajumba at Herbivore Expeditions surpassed our expectations on our journey through 3 National parks in Tanzania, and even assisted with a 4 day beach holiday in Zanzibar! Simon and his crew attended to every detail, making the experience immersive and relaxing, exciting and amazing all at once! We cannot thank them enough for their effort in making our adventure unforgettable!
Simon arranged picnics in the middle of the bush and was able to spot Cheetah and lions we couldn't have seen without his guidance. For my second safari in East Africa, I much preferred this customized experience to the hectic pace of my first tour with a large US based tour company. The lodges, food and service were spectacular! Thank you, Simon and the whole crew for hosting us. We'll be back! Hakuna Matata

Lisa Pagano   –  
United States US
Visited: May 2025 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2025

Email Lisa Pagano  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing individual!
5/5

My first big trip to Africa turned out to be one of the most amazing adventures thanks to Herbivore Expeditions! The guide was professional and knew all of the animals, birds, places to go to see the big 5! I am so glad to have experienced east Africa with such a friendly and knowledgeable guide. I will visit again and use Herbivore Expeditions every time.

Ola   –  
United Arab Emirates AE
Visited: March 2023 Reviewed: Aug 7, 2025

Email Ola  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Super experienced tour guide with a hawk eye!
5/5

We’ve been on two trips with Herbivore Expeditions, both times with Simon as our guide — and what a jackpot! We originally found Simon through a booking site, and he turned out to be the best guide we could have asked for. His knowledge, sharp eye, and ability to spot those truly magical moments were nothing short of incredible.

While many guides followed the crowds to the usual packed spots, Simon consistently went above and beyond, seeking out unique places and memorable experiences for us. His dedication and effort were evident every hour and at every new location.

That’s exactly why we chose to book him again for our second trip — we simply didn’t want anyone else.

Jen Welter   –  
Turkey TR
Visited: October 2023 Reviewed: Aug 7, 2025

Email Jen Welter  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Experience of a Lifetime
5/5

I had the privilege of touring with Simon as my guide. My family and I took an amazing safari and Simon was a big part of what made it so successful. He’s an experienced guide. He was able to spot all kinds of wildlife for us and had an expansive knowledge of the country and all it has to offer. I have recommended his tour to many people on my various social media travel pages with good feedback. I would also like to mention that my family also really enjoyed him on a personal level. He was always positive and ready to have a great day. He really added to our overall experience. He was committed to providing the best tour possible for us. If I could I would go back in a minute!

Renby   –  
Hong Kong HK
Visited: September 2014 Reviewed: Aug 9, 2025

Email Renby

Professional with excellent service
5/5

Safari was one of the most amazing trip in my life. One of our tour guide was Simon Mwakajumba, he is the expert of Safari trip in term of driving, cooking and guiding. We enjoyed so much for everything he had arranged. It is really unforgettable and full of fun. I wish I could go Safari with him again.

Rebecca   –  
United States US
Visited: December 2023 Reviewed: Aug 9, 2025

Email Rebecca  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Simon Mwakajumba (affectionately known as MJ) was absolutely amazing!
5/5

A Life-Changing Safari in Tanzania

Our 2023 safari in Tanzania was truly the trip of a lifetime. From the sweeping plains of the Serengeti to the breathtaking wonder of the Ngorongoro Crater, and the lush, wildlife-rich beauty of Arusha National Park, every moment felt like a dream.

The real magic of this experience, however, was our incredible guide, MJ (Simon). His deep knowledge of the land, wildlife, and local culture transformed every drive into a fascinating adventure. MJ has an uncanny ability to spot animals from unbelievable distances — lions resting under acacia trees, elusive leopards in the shade, graceful giraffes, and even the tiniest of birds. He knew just where to be for the most unforgettable sightings, while always respecting the animals and their environment.

Beyond his skill as a guide, MJ’s warmth and passion for what he does made this journey deeply personal. My three daughters and I felt so connected — not only to the landscapes and wildlife, but also to the people we met along the way. When it was time to say goodbye, we all cried, knowing we were leaving behind someone who had given us memories we will treasure forever.

Thank you, MJ, for making this adventure so special, and for sharing your heart and knowledge with us. This was more than just a vacation — it was a life-changing experience.

Anglia Daniel   –  
United States US
Visited: May 2024 Reviewed: Aug 10, 2025

Email Anglia Daniel

Absolutely the most amazing professional, knowledgeable, and personable person I’ve ever met.
5/5

My first trip out of my home country led me to Tanzania with the most amazing tour guide, Simon and his staff with Herbivore expeditions. I must say I was quite anxious as I had never flown before let alone that far, but as I met Simon and his staff. All fears and anxiety subsided. Everyone was extremely welcoming, very personable and amazingly knowledgeable about the country, its culture, the wildlife and the geography of the country.

We were able to see all kinds of wildlife. It seems Herbivore and staff went above the call of duty and absolutely exceeded expectations. An amazing trip well worth the time and the cost of the trip would actually love to do the trip exactly as it was and do it again .thanks again for a wonderful trip.

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