Makasa is owned & managed by Selma and Ngomi Kamm
Makasa Tanzania Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2009)
- Member Of:
- Tanzania Association of Tour Operators
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $2,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Ces | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our dream safari with Makasa!
Our safari with Makasa was absolutely exceptional from start to finish!
This was a special birthday gift for my wife and we couldn't have chosen a better Safari company to go with :)
The entire package was incredibly well organised, every detail was thoughtfully planned, and it was clear that customer satisfaction was their top priority.
A special thank you to Selma and Zara, who were both incredibly helpful, responsive, and accomodating throughout the entire process. Their attention to detail and willingness to assist with every question made planning the trip effortless.
The 3 day safari exceeded all expectations! Our first 2 days in the Tarangire were simply incredible, we saw loads of elephants, giraffes, and much more! We stayed at the Simba Lodge inside the park, surrounded by friendly waterbucks and warthogs. On the third day we drove into the Ngorongoro crater, and that was breathtaking!
Our driver and guide, Robert was outstanding and his knowledge of the wildlife, ability to spot animals, and passion for conservation made every drive both exciting and educational. We saw so much more than we ever imagined, thanks to his expertise.
To top it all off, our onward connection to Zanzibar, also organised by Makasa, was perfectly organised. It was the perfect segway in our holiday, where we swapped our safari clothes and boots for our swimsuits and slippers!
The entire team at Makasa delivered an unforgettable adventure with outstanding service at every stage. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a truly world-class safari experience and can't wait to travel with them again!
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Email Jean-Philippe | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing guides!
A huge thank you to Éric and Julius for this safari in their company, a well-deserved 5 stars!
Makasa's strength lies in connecting you with a perfect local team. Éric, our French-speaking guide, was passionate, knowledgeable, and friendly. Julius, the driver, was really kind and very skilled at finding the best spots to observe the animals.
The lodges offered were good, especially the Kimbilio tented camp, with a truly wonderful team. During our stay at this camp, the Makasa owners were present but didn't show much warmth, they didn't take the time to welcome us.
Choose Makasa for its local teams, who are truly excellent and deserve working! Makasa should invest in a new vehicle for Julius, he deserves it, and it would be more comfortable for travelers. We hope you'll have the chance to be guided by Éric in French or English, it will be a wonderful experience for you!
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Email Pop | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Tanzanian Safari Experience ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We had an incredible safari experience with Makasa Safari, and I couldn't recommend them more.
A special thank you to Zara, who patiently helped design our itinerary and was always quick to assist whenever we had questions or needed help before and during the trip.
Our guide, Mosses, was simply outstanding. His knowledge, experience, and incredible spotting skills made all the difference. Thanks to him, we completed the Big Five, including two leopard sightings! Beyond finding wildlife, he was thoughtful, patient, and always made sure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment.
The hot air balloon experience with Miracle Experience was also unforgettable. Seeing the vast Serengeti from above at sunrise was truly breathtaking and one of the highlights of our trip.
We also had the pleasure of meeting the owner and his family at Kimbilio Tented Camp. They were so warm, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about what they do, which made the experience even more special.
From planning to the final game drive, everything was well organized and professionally handled. If you're looking for an authentic Tanzanian safari with people who truly care about their guests, Makasa Safari is an excellent choice.
Thank you for creating memories that will last a lifetime!
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Email Jen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Friendly, Comprehensive & Beautiful Experience
Our trip through Makasa was incredible. I had contacted them with a general outline of what we were looking for and the dates we wanted to go. I was overwhelmed with thinking about how to organize such a trip and they came back to me in just a day with a full itinerary and potential accommodations. They made the process very easy and the link to a personalized website illustrating everything was very helpful. This helped minimize the back and forth because the information was very comprehensive. In just a few email exchanges with some adjustments it was done. We ended up visiting the Masai, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Ndutu & Serengeti, then flew to Zanzibar. Our safari guide, Robert, was very friendly and a father himself so he knew how to engage or step back depending on how we were feeling. We had just one miscommunication with a transfer but having Selma, the founder, as our local contact meant it was managed relatively quickly.
Email Ping | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari experience
Our recent safari experience in Tanzania organised by MAKASA was truly a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. From the moment we arrived at the national park, everything exceeded our expectations. Exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Ngorongoro crater, Ndutu plains, Tarangire, and witnessing wildlife in their natural habitat was both humbling and unforgettable.
We were incredibly fortunate to see such an amazing variety of animals up close — including lions, elephants, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs, rhinos, and many more. Watching these magnificent creatures roam freely across the plains was something we had only dreamed of before this trip. We also watched the great migration of Wildebeasts. Every game drive brought a new surprise and left us in awe of nature’s beauty.
What made this journey even more special was our guide, Kelvin. His knowledge, professionalism, and passion for wildlife truly made all the difference. He had an incredible ability to spot animals from afar and positioned us perfectly for the best views and photos. More than that, he made us feel safe, comfortable, and excited every single day. He truly played a huge roll in our safari experience and made our safari vacation a unique lifetime memory that we will cherish forever. We highly recommend this experience to anyone who dreams of adventure, nature, and extraordinary moments.
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Email Britt | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We look back on an unforgettable journey and highly recommend Makasa!
We booked our safari to Tanzania through Makasa and what an amazing experience it was! The personal attention from the very beginning was truly appreciated. We always received quick responses and excellent advice, and everything was perfectly arranged.
During our safari, we had a fantastic guide with extensive knowledge. We were given plenty of time to observe the animals at our own pace — he truly made us experience the safari in a very special way. The accommodations that were arranged for us were absolutely top-notch.
We look back on an unforgettable journey and highly recommend Makasa!
Email Sarah "Sal" Hussian | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip and Makasa made it happen!
From the beginning Makasa provided an unforgettable experience. Our week long trip was well organized. We loved our guide, Kelvin! He was full of information, was an awesome animal spotter, and made everyday wonderful. We loved being present for the wildebeest migration and saw all the animals we had hoped to. Truly the vacation of a lifetime! The accommodations they suggested were perfect. Thank you Selma and Zara!
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Email Philibert | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect, amazing
We discovered Tanzania in February with the Makasa agency, and this trip was simply incredible: our best trip to date!
The agency was exceptional from beginning to end: always attentive, responsive, offering excellent advice, and able to answer all our questions. They perfectly tailored the itinerary to our desires and travel style, making the experience even more personal and authentic.
We received a warm welcome and stayed in magnificent hotels, always ideally located. We were also fortunate to be accompanied by a French-speaking guide who spoke perfect French, as well as an English-speaking driver with impressive experience: thanks to them, we were able to observe a multitude of animals and learn a great deal about the local wildlife, traditions, and culture.
This trip was a magical, authentic interlude, rich in discoveries and emotions. We didn't miss any of the essential points of interest and experienced an adventure we will remember for a lifetime.
We highly recommend Makasa agency to anyone dreaming of an unforgettable experience in Tanzania!
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Email Astrid | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Recommended by friends. This was a golden one. The best ever!
Through friends we ended up with Makasa — and what a golden tip that turned out to be. This trip had a fantastic structure and really exceeded our expectations every day.
The lodges and tented camps were all beautiful, the food was always good and everywhere we were warm and hospitable. But what really made this trip unforgettable were our guides. In Uganda we traveled with Anna and in Tanzania with Augustino: two great people with a lot of knowledge, a nice click and a calm, safe driving style. We wholeheartedly recommend them.
From the impressive mountain gorillas to the Big Five — and everything in between, including part of the Small Five and the most breathtaking landscapes. This trip was without a doubt the most beautiful we could have wished for.
Makasa, thank you for this unforgettable experience!
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Email Inger Johanne | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Made our dream come true
We are an adult couple who wanted a trip of a lifetime. Makasi made all our expectations. The trip was tailored by Selma who made a fantastic day-by-day plan with tips and advice based on our budget and the number of days available. Great follow-up all the way up to the trip. The trip was posted on Travel key, an app that we were on during the entire trip. We traveled in the low season and we would recommend that. You avoid queues, you get close to the animals and see them in peace and quiet, and also the straff in lodges. We saw so many animals that we had not dreamed of in their natural element. We felt safe, were picked up at the right time, experienced no unpleasant situations, everything went according to plan. Our fantastic guide Kevin poured out his knowledge, was an expert in finding animals. He had great knowledge of the names of the different species and their way of life. We had 10 days in 4 different parks and all the parks were different with animals and nature. It is special to get so close to the animals when you spend the night in a tent and can hear all the sounds. We ended with 1 week in Zanzibar. 5 days in Paje on the east coast was incredibly beautiful. Beautiful beaches, but aggressive sellers on the beach were unpleasant. Ended with two days in Stonetown which was fantastic with snorkeling and walking in the city. We have experienced fantastic service all the way. Clean and nice at the various accommodations.