Top Selected Tours
- Office 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)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Reto | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Experience with a Fantastic Guide and Chef
Our 11-day safari with Top Selected Tours was truly unforgettable. John impressed us with his punctuality, organization, and incredible ability to spot wildlife — especially the big cats, which we never imagined seeing so close. Emanuel cooked great meals every day and brought lots of humor to the trip. Both made the experience fun, safe, and absolutely memorable. Highly recommended!
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Email Joana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A wonderfully organized safari with amazing wildlife, an outstanding guide, and excellent food
We recently completed a 11-day tour with Top Selected Tours, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. Our guide John accompanied us throughout the entire trip, and he was absolutely outstanding. Incredibly experienced and always attentive, he made sure we felt comfortable, safe, and well taken care of at all times.
His greatest strength is undeniably his ability to spot wildlife. Thanks to him, we saw all Big Five and so much more — including the elusive big cats such as lions, a leopard family, and cheetahs from very close range. His impressive knowledge about the animals enriched every moment of the tour. On top of that, his strong sense of responsibility was evident every single day. Truly first class.
We were also spoiled with amazing food every day. Our cook Emanuel is clearly passionate about his craft. He prepared three delicious and varied meals per day, always paying attention to our wishes. When he wasn’t cooking, he was a very friendly and sociable companion, sharing interesting stories about the country and its culture during our evening chats.
The organization and communication with Top Selected Tours were smooth and reliable from start to finish. We would gladly travel with them again — especially with John and Emanuel.
Thank you so much for the unforgettable experiences, the constant feeling of safety and comfort, and all the fun moments along the way! Highly recommended.
IT
Email Matteo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent safari company
We had a fantastic Safari with Top Selected Tours. Our guide Dominician was outstanding and very knowledgeable, with an obvious passion for wildlife and the national parks in Tanzania. When planning our Safari, the team was very responsive and helpful. They were patient with all our ideas for the trip and the changes I kept making. His recommendations for camps to stay at turned out to be excellent.
We explored Lake Manyara National Park, Tarangire National Park, and Makuyuni National Park, and each destination offered something unique and unforgettable. I didn’t want to always be around herds of other Jeeps, and Dominician made sure we experienced the parks in a more peaceful and authentic way. He genuinely cares about providing the best Safari experience possible.
Dominician was hard-working, the Jeep was comfortable, and he took great care to make sure all our bookings were exactly as we requested.
Highly recommended!
Email Jennifer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing safari with an experienced bird and other wildlife guide
Jackson is incredible!!!!! Not only does he know all of the other tour guides (which came in so handy) he kept us so safe and informed during the post- election danger in Arusha. He is well studied in all things anthropology, wildlife, and most importantly to us- birds!! He helped us identify 60 unique species on a 5 day trip. I will recommend him until my face turns blew, so happy with his kindness, caring, security, and dependability. A true professional. If you are worried about the current political unrest, do not be. It does not affect tourist and Jackson will keep you so so safe the whole time. His pricing was the best too- really amazing value for his skills. Can’t wait to go again some day and recommend him to all of my friends
Email Megan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The trip of a lifetime!
Our 5-day safari was beyond anything I could have imagined. From start to finish, it was the adventure of a lifetime, made even more special by our incredible guide, John.
Before the trip even began, John went above and beyond. When our arrival was delayed and the animal movements across the Serengeti shifted, he personally re-routed our entire itinerary to make sure we still had the best possible experience. His flexibility, patience, and deep understanding of the land were remarkable—thanks to him, we didn’t miss a thing.
Throughout the safari, John’s kindness and attentiveness never wavered. He was the sweetest and most protective guide my friend and I could have asked for—always checking in on us, making sure we were comfortable, safe, and well taken care of. He made us feel like family. His warmth and sense of humor turned long drives into moments of laughter and storytelling, and his knowledge of the animals and their habitats was absolutely fascinating.
We were lucky enough to see all of the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo—along with countless other species. Each sighting felt intimate and awe-inspiring, and John always seemed to know just where to go and when.
The accommodations throughout the journey were equally impressive—comfortable, beautifully situated, and filled with staff who greeted us with genuine hospitality. Every lodge had its own charm, from the cozy campfires under the stars to the peaceful mornings overlooking the plains.
By the end of the trip, we felt not just grateful, but truly changed by the experience. John made our safari unforgettable, and I can’t imagine doing it with anyone else. If you’re considering a safari, request John—you’ll be in the best hands possible.
Magical Experience
Amazing trip with Jackson.
We saw so many animals! The total experience was fantastic. We get wonderful memories for a lifetime.
Thank you sooo much.
Email Francesca | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredibly professional, personable, and knowledgeable
My best friend and I booked a private safari and we have had the most amazing experience with Top Selected Tours and with John. We saw ALL of the big 5 thanks to him!!! At John’s recommendation, we changed our original itinerary of Northern Serengeti to stay within the central Serengeti instead, as earlier than expected rains meant animals had already started moving south again. Day 1 and we saw 4 of the Big 5 (lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo) plus some amazing giant birds (secretary birds, vultures, ostriches) as well as giraffes, warthogs, jackals, hippos…. and a whole family of cheetahs!!! Plus more animals that I can’t even list… And we saw an incredible total of THIRTY ONE (31!) LIONS on our safari!!! And a lion hunt!!! Can’t thank John enough for his professionalism and insight, he always knew where to be to see the animals and where to position the car to have a front row view while staying incredibly respectful of the wildlife. You can tell he has a real passion for his work, for the wildlife, and for the Serengeti. We felt incredibly safe and cared for as two young women traveling. I would never want to safari with anyone else.
CH
Email Nick | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing 4 days of safari with Dommy
We had 4 days of safari with Top Selected Tours and Dommy as a Guide. We saw so many animals, including all the big five. Our highlights were two male lions walking by our car 2 meters from us and cheeta with a one week old baby.
Also the lodges that the company arranged for us were all very nice. The nicest one was the one in Serengeti where we could see hippos from our balcony and hear lions at night. And the night sky of Serengeti is something out of this world!
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Email Ariana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional guides with a deep understanding of both people and animals.
I can't stop thinking about our safari experience. It had been my longtime wish—and now, it’s truly a dream come true. Jackson was an excellent guide, with exceptional driving skills, a keen eye for detail, and just the right touch of humor. And with just the right amount of patience, allowing us to capture those rare, special moments like the great migration river crossing. We were lucky enough to spot all of the Big Five. Beyond the Big Five, we were lucky to encounter cheetahs, giraffes, hippos, zebras, and others we had wished for. The accommodations were excellent, and waking up in the heart of the wilderness was truly special. We were most impressed by the Serengeti, and we're already planning to return—this time with our son. Thank you once again for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. We loved it! There are already a few things on my wishlist for the next time.
Everything from the beginning to the end great
The organization and communication beforehand were excellent.
The best part, however, was our personal guide, John. He led us confidently through all the stops on the safari and explained everything wonderfully.
He spottet even 2 Leopard for us, unbelievebal.
You‘re the Best !!!