Imani Excursions
Imani Excursions
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $180 to $950 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Ivy Geng | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Imani offers personalized, professional, and unforgettable travel experiences.
Our trip to Tanzania with Imani was an amazing experience! Mike was incredibly helpful and responsive, understanding our needs perfectly as we traveled with our parents. He answered all our concerns and provided clear explanations, ensuring a unique and memorable experience.
We spent two days in Ngorongoro, and on Mike's recommendation, we took a walking safari, which turned out to be a highlight of our trip—so much fun and truly unforgettable!
Our guide, David, was outstanding with his 18 years of experience in the industry. Thanks to his expertise, we saw all the animals we hoped to see. One day, we were the first to spot lions with their five cubs. David's sharp vision also helped us find a cheetah hiding in the bushes, and he even guided other safari jeeps to the sighting. His warm-hearted nature and professionalism made the experience even more enjoyable.
Even when our flights got canceled on the last day, Mike and David went above and beyond to find us accommodation and arrange transportation to the airport the next morning.
I highly recommend traveling with Imani—100% the best experience!
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Email Lief Gu | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I would rate the Safari with Imani Excursions 4/5, and the Kilimanjaro Climbing 5/5.
Overall, the travel experience was fantastic. Before the trip, I booked the Safari and Kilimanjaro Climbing with Imani Excursions. We discussed the travel arrangements, and the agency's responses were timely. After several revisions, we received a great plan and a decent quote.
In the first part of the trip, we went on the Safari. Since it was our first time in Tanzania, we visited all the major attractions, including Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, and Manyara. If I were to give some advice, I would suggest focusing more time on Ngorongoro and Serengeti, as the animals you can see in the other places can also be found in these two. If there's anything that wasn't ideal about the Safari, it would be that too much time was spent traveling from one location to the next. If we could have stayed in one place for several days, we would have had more time to actually look for wild animals.
There were two disappointing aspects of the Safari. First, we didn't see any cheetahs despite our five-day Safari. This is why I made the above suggestion. We spent too much time traveling and not enough time actively searching for animals. The driver (also our guide) kept emphasizing that seeing cheetahs was a matter of luck which I totally understand, but many people we met on the way had seen more than one cheetah. Second, we missed a beautiful view along the Safari route. We hoped the driver could go back a short distance, which would have taken only 5 to 10 minutes, but he refused. This was quite upsetting for us.
Although there are some disappointing things during the Safari, I would rate our driver (also our guide), Baraka, 4/5, because he really worked hard. He drived the jeep for 6-10 hours per day, also he helped us to find animals on the way.
In the second part of the trip, we went on the Kilimanjaro Climbing. I would 120% recommend our guide Joshu and Eugen. We spent 8 days to finish the Lemosho Route. The team carried a watermelon, a pineapple and mangos for us. It is really amazing to have fruit on the very high altitude after getting exhausted after a whole-day-climbing. Also, the team carried the toilet for us, which is much cleaner than the public one, and we don't have to go a long distance every time to empty ourselves. At the summit day, the Joshu and Eugen carried backpacks for us, and two other porters carried hot water for drinking and oxygen for emergency. I would say without every thing the team did for us, it could be much more difficult for us to reach the peak. Along all the way from the beginning to the end, out guides kept introducing everything we met and cared about our health.
During the trip, Imani Excursions made two mistakes with us. One is that the agency charged us some fees twice accidentally. But after the communication, we got the refund very soon. The other is that the tip guide we received was wrong. This problem is also solved happily. Our guides kept letting us focus on our holiday and enjoy the climbing.
Again, 120% recommend out guide Joshu and Eugen. The team is awesome.
So overall, I would rate Imani Excursions 5/5, simply because it is a nice agency. They really tried to provide good service and hoped us to have wonderful experience. I would say no trip is perfect and it is common to meet some problems during the trip. It is quite important to keep communicating with the agency. Luckily, Image Excursions is such a nice one that we could easily communicate with and all problems are solved quickly and happily.
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Email Wilmer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience!
We recently went to Tanzania safari with Imani excursion and had an incredible experience. The planing and organization was great with Mike. Our guide Beatus was knowledgeable and friendly always willing to help us .
We saw giraffes, lions, elephants, cheetah leopards,buffalo and witnesses the great migration,the lodges where really nice ,we felt like we were family with the staff ,food was very delicious., overall everything was great , we highly recommend Imani Safari to anyone that is thinking of the adventures of an African safari .
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Email Samantha | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a perfect trip！！！Everything was so nice
imani's itinerary was very, very well planned, their prices were reasonable and they were very patient. They will personalize your itinerary according to your needs and adjust it again and again. They also respond quickly to messages and solve problems in a timely manner, even at 4 a.m. For accommodation, their selection is also very special and the value is super good！！！
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Email Pierre Rouq. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Imani - Best Agency in Tanzania !
5 out of 5 stars
My wife and I recently went on a safari with Imani Safari and had an incredible experience. The organization was super smooth with Mike. Our guide, Mohamed, was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the animals and the Serengeti. He went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time, and we were able to see all of the Big Five thanks to his tracking skills.
We visited several different parks during our safari, and each one was more beautiful than the last. We saw lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo up close, and we also learned a lot about the other animals that live in the Serengeti. Mohamed was always happy to answer our questions and share his knowledge with us.
In addition to being a great guide, Mohamed was also a lot of fun to be around. He made us laugh and feel at ease, and he always had a story to tell. We felt like we were friends with him by the end of our safari.
I would highly recommend Imani Safari to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari experience. Mohamed is an amazing guide, and the company is very professional and well-organized. We will definitely be going back on safari with Imani Safari in the future.
Here are some specific things that we loved about our safari:
* Mohamed's tracking skills were incredible. He was able to find animals that we would never have seen on our own.
* The food was delicious and plentiful. We were never hungry during our safari.
* The accommodations were comfortable and clean. We had plenty of space to relax and unwind after a long day of game drives.
* The staff was friendly and helpful. They went out of their way to make sure we had a great time.
Overall, we had an amazing experience with Imani Safari. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a safari in Tanzania.
Tips:
* Be sure to book your safari in advance, especially if you are traveling during peak season.
* Pack light and bring comfortable clothing and shoes.
* Don't forget to bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
* Be prepared for long game drives.
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Email Danica | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It's a unique, fantastic, memorable and pleasant journey!
I planned my graduation trip in Tanzania with Imani Excursions, and it is indeed a valuable and memorable journey! We are a team of 7 and we traveled with 2 safari vehicles and 2 guides, we contacted almost 10 companies and Imani Excursions provide a competitive price and reply very quick, the whole discussion was smooth and they always satisfy our requirements. During the journey, we had a really good time with Imani and Baraka, they are knowledgeable about animals and are very kind people. After this trip, I recommend them to my other Chinese friends. If you want to safari in Tanzania, there is absolute no concern choosing them, they are kind, honest, and reliable people, and we have a really good impression towards Tanzania through them!
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Email Márcia Nakagawa | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience in Tanzania!
I had an absolutely amazing experience with Imani during the safari in Tanzania with my friend! Every detail was carefully planned and executed, providing an unforgettable adventure. The guide was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and always ready to make our trip special. The organization and customer service were impeccable, making us feel cared for and valued the entire time.
I highly recommend Imani for anyone looking to have an extraordinary safari experience in Tanzania!
SG
Email Ju Zihao | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Imani is a wonderful and experienced tour guide that will always keep the atmosphere up and vibrant
Imani Excursions offered a remarkable journey through Africa, highlighted by visits to the Serengeti and Ngrogrongrogro. Their commitment to responsible tourism, knowledgeable guides, and carefully selected accommodations made for an unforgettable adventure that transcended the ordinary. If you seek an authentic exploration of Africa's wonders, Imani Excursions is the ideal choice.
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Email Vanessa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They made this trip unforgettable
We had Imani and Baraka as our tour guide for a week. They are so reliable, enthusiastic, and professional. They made this whole journey full of joy with their knowledge and expertise in finding animals. Totally worth the money and will recommend to my friends.
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Email Rita | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience with Imani and Baraka
After comparing many travel agencies, we chose Imani, which unexpectedly provided better service at a lower price than other travel agencies. There were seven of us in two cars, led by Imani and Baraka. During the seven days, they had rich experience and led us to find many animals, such as lions, leopards, elephants... On the way, we also talked with them a lot about local life, learning about the local customs and each other's life stories, which is very precious when traveling in a foreign country. After the trip, we also became friends. All in all, this will be one of the most unforgettable travel memories of my life. They are reliable and trustworthy, and you can't go wrong in choosing them.
