Safari 56
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $180 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Gary & Ally | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Look no further than Safari 56, an excellent Tanzania-based Safari Operator!
My family and I highly recommend Safari 56 for your Tanzanian safaris.
We booked two private safaris through Mega Wild Safaris in Uganda to take us to game parks in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. The Tanzanian segments were operated by Safari 56 and timed to coincide with the Great Migration in the Serengeti.
The first safari with our two adult children began from the Namanga border crossing between Kenya and Tanzania, where we were presented with Safari 56 swag -- two Safari 56 t-shirts apiece with our names emblazoned on the back! -- much to our delight. Border formalities went smoothly thanks to the transfer agents from Safari 56 to assist us, then transfers from the border to our hotel in Arusha allowed us to relax and enjoy being cared for. From Arusha, we visited the Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area and Serengeti NP (staying in different sectors of the park over three nights). Our days on safari spent in the excellent, well-equipped and comfy Toyota Land Cruiser pop-up-roof safari vehicles began after the crack of dawn and ended 11 hours later before dusk, which was exactly how we wanted them: filled to the max. Sightings were abundant and lavish, informed by our trained, experienced guide-drivers who tended to our every need, made us feel at ease from the get-go and knew how and when to get things done so we never had to fret about doing anything. From the Serengeti, we were seamlessly deposited at the Seronera Airstrip for our flight to Zanzibar (for a few days of beachside relaxation at the excellent My Blue Hotel),
Our second safari for my wife and I, included Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Tarangire NP. It was as excellent as our first.
Needless to say, we saw an incredible amount and variety of wildlife, including not only the Big 5, but 5 crossings of the wildebeest over the Mara River over two days. The sheer richness of the Serengeti/Maasai Mara ecosystem has to be seen to be believed and seeing it with expert guide-drivers like those furnished by Safari 56 made for an unforgettable and richly-rewarding experience.
Our Safari 56 guide-drivers, Martin and Jackson, were simply delightful -- mature, friendly, reliable, respectful, knowledgeable, safety-conscious, always on time and both took impeccable care of us. Martin, always smiling, doted over us and the kids, and Jackson summed it up perfectly when we first crossed into Serengeti NP and he said: "Welcome to my office!" We entrusted ourselves fully into their most capable hands.
The accommodation, both tented and lodge-based, was always comfortable and, occasionally, luxurious. The food, though sometimes repetitious in its buffet offerings, was nonetheless hearty and nourishing. Everything ran smoothly and like clockwork. Communication with Akida and Elisia in the office was excellent.
One important distinction to note. Safari 56 driver-guides are ethically-minded and respect all wildlife-viewing protocols and park rules, whereas certain other safari companies bend the rules when it comes to popular sightings. For example, during Great Migration crossings of the Mara River in the Serengeti, some drivers parked their vehicles directly in the path of the migrating wildebeest, or allowed their passengers to exit the vehicle to see better or get a better photo angle. While this is both prohibited and dangerous, it is done for the purposes of extracting higher tips from self-absorbed passengers too careless to bother about how their behaviour stresses and endangers the animals. Our Safari 56 drivers, Martin and Jackson, always maintained a safe distance from the animals yet managed to strategically position the vehicles for optimal viewing. This is where a good, experienced driver, who keeps the safety and protection of wildlife and his passengers in mind, is such as asset.
In short, you need not look any further than Safari 56 for your next safari in Tanzania. Book them alone or through Mega Wild Safari in Kampala, Uganda, which contracts them out when in Tanzania.
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Email Gail | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful safari with excellent guide.
We booked our 12 day safari through Mega Wild (Uganda), but the tour in Tanzania was operated by Safari 56. The whole trip went without a hitch, we were picked up at our hotel in Arusha and delivered back to the airport at the end. A BIG shout out and thank you to our guide/driver - Godwin. He was amazing - an excellent driver, good company, knowledgeable and skilled at game spotting. He was patient at the Mara River and we saw an incredible wildebeest migration across the river - a really spectacular sight. We stayed in excellent lodges and throughout, the staff were welcoming, friendly and courteous. The food was excellent everywhere. All in all, we had a wonderful 6 day safari, superbly guided by Godwin and we have no hesitation in recommending Safari 56.
Email Cezar | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service well organised
Well organized, on time and good guides and very good service, you can use Safari56 for any of your trips!!
Email Lucy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Organised
I enjoyed the experience of interacting with Safari 56. From the moment I made the enquiry, the staff was responsive and tailor made a trip to match my interests. The itinerary was well planned with all the persons at each point well briefed. The cost was reasonable as well. I will definitely use them again.
Well organized 👌
Very well organized ,well experienced 👌!knows what a customer needs and tailors the same very well 😀
Email Maranatha | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Organized amazing
It was amazing tour being hosted by Safari 56, high quality Service, affodable price
Kind and well organized
Akida is passionate and dedicated to providing authentic experience. He was very professional in all coordination and communications. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking genuine travel experiences.
Email elead mrina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent service and support
We visited Pugu forest for hiking. The trip was good. The guides gave us a lot information about the site. We also had a chance to see the whole of Dar es Salaam city. I was impressed.
Email Clara | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very professional
The trip was very good
Guide and the whole crew are perfect
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Email Nadine | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 6 days in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro-Area in the best of company!
In July 2023 I spent 6 days with Akida, Bakari and two other travelers on safari. It was such an amazing experience. We saw so many wild animals, that it is hard to name them all. Bakari also gave us lots of informations about them and answered all our questions. One of my highlights: We observed a cheetah during the hunt. And he catched the gazelle in the end. We were also so lucky to see the "Big 5" and the "Big Migration". Akida and Bakari cared about us and always made sure that we're fine. Akida and Bakari: Thank you so much for everything! It couldn't have been better! All the best to both of you!
Reply from Safari 56
Posted on Mar 25, 2024Hi Nadine, We are thrilled to hear that you had such a remarkable safari experience with us! Observing a cheetah on the hunt and witnessing the Big 5 and the Great Migration is indeed a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and we're overjoyed that you could cross this off your bucket list. Your acknowledgment of Akida and Bakari's exceptional care and their wealth of knowledge greatly warmed our hearts - we pride ourselves on offering informative and comfortable adventures for our guests, and it's encouraging to hear when we meet these goals. Your kind words will be relayed to Akida and Bakari. They will undoubtedly appreciate your recognition of their efforts. Thank you again, Nadine, for your wonderful review. Wishing you more incredible travel experiences in the future! Best regards, Yonafika Akida