Top Selected Tours
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2020)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $170 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
TST is a professional and accommodating tour operator that delivers fantastic safari experiences
We took a 5-day, 4-night safari to Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park (2 nights), Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. We were fortunate enough to see the Big Five, and I believe much of that was thanks to John’s enthusiasm and proactive approach. He did an excellent job driving us safely through the savannah and went above and beyond to maximize our chances of spotting incredible wildlife.
The accommodations, staff, food, and equipment provided by the tour operator were all of a very high standard. I would highly recommend Top Selected Tours to anyone looking for a memorable safari experience in Tanzania.
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Email Synne | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Memories for life
We chose to go on safari with Top Selected and our guide John for our honeymoon and couldn’t be happier. We saw more animals than we could have dreamt of (including the Big Five), and thanks to John’s knowledge and expertise we always had the best view. He was incredibly knowledgeable, making every sighting even more fascinating. The food and accommodation were also very, very good. Higly recommend!
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Email Inês Guedes | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Top Selected Tours - your partner to the best safari experience in Tanzania
If you are in a rush without time to read the full review, just know that our experience with Top Selected Tours was seamless and we strongly recommend it!
If you have a bit more time, then read below:
During all the quotation and booking process we were in contact with Catherine who was available to reply to our questions, presented different options for our first safari itinerary, always with a very smooth and careful communication that made us trust the process immediately.
The organization of the safari was seamless, with very comfortable and beautiful accommodations that ensured a good rest for the following safari days. They also provided attention to dietary restrictions and ensured all accommodations could align with such requirements which was extremely appreciated on our side.
Now, regarding the safari itself, we did a 5-day safari and it was marvelous. No words are enough to describe it! And the main reason for that was to have our guide, Jackson, showing us all the way through Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire National Park. Jackson is extremely nice and polite, someone easy to get along with and whose company was very cherished by us. Jackson knows all these places as well as his own hands and we felt full trust in him short after we first met him. Jackson is a very experienced guide who shared with us a lot of details of what we were seeing, about animals, plants, the history of each place - all the questions we had and the ones we didn't know we had, Jackson had the answer! He safely drove us through the most amazing places and bacause of his experience and knowledge of the field, we had the opportunity to see all the big 5 and many more animals during our safari. On top of that, we had also shared with Jackson that we would like to see the great migration and he quickly adapted our route to also take us to the right places and show us the migration.
Our only regret? Not having stayed longer!
For us, it is a no brainer - we can't wait to return sometime soon together with Top Selected Tours!
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Email Brittany | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely Amazing!
A huge thank you to John and Adabert for making our 4-day safari through Tanzania an experience we’ll never forget!
From the very beginning, Adabert was amazing to work with. Every detail of the trip was perfectly planned, communication was excellent, and the entire process was seamless and stress-free.
John was an outstanding guide and truly the highlight of our safari. His knowledge of the wildlife, parks, and local culture was incredible, and his ability to spot animals was unbelievable. He went above and beyond every day to ensure we had the best possible experience, always making us feel welcome, comfortable, and excited for the next adventure. His passion for what he does shines through in everything he does.
What stood out most was how hard he worked to ensure every moment was special. Whether it was finding the perfect viewing spot, adjusting plans to maximize sightings, or simply making us laugh throughout the journey, John consistently exceeded all expectations.
If you’re planning a safari in Tanzania, we wholeheartedly recommend requesting John as your guide. He turned an incredible trip into an unforgettable adventure, and we will be talking about these memories for years to come.
Thanks to both John and Adabert, we created memories that will last a lifetime. We couldn’t recommend them more highly to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania!
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Email Claudio & Chiara | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jackson the greatest choice for your safari in Tanzania
Jackson is the greatest!
We spent 4 days with Jackson for our safari in Tanzania. What can I say, he is simply the best! First of all, he always made us feel completely safe, and he organized everything so perfectly that we didn't have to worry about a thing. He is incredibly friendly and shares so much about local life, too! You can tell he truly cares about Tanzania and is deeply passionate about his work.
Jackson knows everything there is to know about safaris and is ready to tell you all about every single animal. Truly amazing!
He personally takes care of his guests and makes them feel so welcome. This is the most important thing, and it's the real difference between his personal company and the big "commercial" ones. So, choose Jackson The Greatest!!!
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Email Chiara | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best experience with the best guide
We did safari in Tanzania four our honeymoon and was the best choice. Jackson Is the best! He has a very big experience and he was the Amazing guide for us. We did our request and he thought of everything and we Just relax and enjoy the full experience.
Thank you Jackson:)
Email Katelyn S. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
John is the BEST!
WOW! Nothing less than a 5 star experience!! My boyfriend and I started communicating with Adabert and responses were always very fast and clear. From the time we met John until we left Tanzania he took care of us as one of his own! John is very well connected and did everything he could to ensure we got the most out of our experience. He tuned into the animals we really wanted to see and taught us a lot about animals we didn’t even know existed! He truly helped create an unforgettable experience! We saw everything and MORE!! His knowledge and love for serving everyone on safari was admirable and I want everyone I know to go on safari with John! We stayed one night in Arusha after safari and even after we had said goodbye to John he called us the next morning to make sure we had a ride to the airport! I highly recommend Top Selected Tours!! They truly take care of you and make sure you get the best experience possible!!!
Email Jacob | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best Safari of Our Lives — Incredible Guide, Wildlife Sightings & Service
Top Selected Tours gave us one of the best experience of our lives. Our guide, John, was absolutely incredible from start to finish. We saw everything we wanted - cheetahs, leopards, lions, rhinos, elephants, and a lot more. Somehow, we were constantly the first vehicle to every sighting. It became obvious very quickly that John truly knew what he was doing - other safari operators were even messaging and calling him asking where the animals were.
Not only was he an amazing guide, but he was also an excellent driver and genuinely treated us like family throughout the entire trip. He went above and beyond in every way possible, even calling us after the safari ended just to make sure we safely made it to our flight.
I truly cannot recommend John and Top Selected Tours enough. If you are considering a safari in Tanzania, book with them and ask for John. It was an unforgettable experience and worth every penny.
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Email Linda van der Velden | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Personal approach and excellent listening resulted in a safari which overrated our expectations
Our guide Mussa Mollel guided us for the second time trough the Northern Parks. He is an excellent driver, guide and animal spotter with a good sense of humor. We loved to listen to all the knowledge he shared with us including his stories about culture. We highly recommend Top Selected Tours and especially Mussa. Thank you so much Jackson to make this possible. We had a wonderful safari, we miss Tanzania and hope to see you soon. Baadaye!!
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Email Laura | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommended travel agency!
Top selected is really a great travel agency! The itineraries they planned were all very satisfying. Special recommendation to our guide, John, who was just like a father to us—very patient and attentive. He helped us spot so many animals and answered all our questions in great detail. He also kept the car spotlessly clean every day, which greatly enhanced our overall experience. Strongly recommend—choose John!
