Team work makes a Dream work
Porcupine Expeditions
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2020)
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
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Email Sam | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A really great experience!
Me and my wife did a safari with Tanzania Porcupine Expeditions and it was amazing! The prices are affordable and they take care of EVERYTHING. Anna, the manager, she is really lovely and she treated us as her own sons, she worried about every single detail and made us feel like home. Choosing them was the best decision we could have done by far!!!
Email Julie | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
4 Day Serengeti Safari with Porcupine Expeditions
I used Porcupine Expeditions to organise a four day safari in the Serengeti for my parents. It was the first time they had been to Tanzania, let alone Africa. Although they were a little nervous to do a tour on their own instead of with a group like they usually travel, they came back saying it was one of the best trips they'd ever done. From the beginning, Jullie from the team was really helpful and worked with me to tailor an itinerary that included the key spots in the Serengeti and being able to see the Mara river crossing as part of the Great Migration. This one of the main reasons I went with Porcupine Expeditions because most tour companies require you to be on a longer tour to see the river crossing, or are a lot more expensive. When my parents arrived, she took such good care of them and was always available to answer any queries. On the safari itself, the driver/guide was very knowledgeable about the park and the wildlife and they saw so many animals. The accommodation was also fantastic and such a unique experience to be able to stay in glamping-like style tents that offered beautiful views of the animals and were comfortable, clean and safe. Thank you so much to Jullie and the team for going above and beyond for organising such a wonderful trip. What really stood out was the level of care, warmth, communication and organisation throughout, and I could not recommend them enough!
BE
Email Willem | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience
Anna and Juliana were excellent hosts. The safari was exactly what we expected, and we saw more animals than anticipated. Our guide, Joseph, provided clear explanations of the Serengeti and Ngororgo. The Tourist Inn hotel has spacious rooms. Anna and Juliana's dedication was outstanding. We had a payment issue, but we were able to pay part of the amount after the safari. A driver was also available to take us to several locations. Porcupine is definitely recommended!
CN
Email Seven | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent
I had a perfect five days and four nights safari trip. We saw many, many animals every day, we saw a lot of elephants, a lot of lions and leopards, which was beyond my expectations. Thank you Anna for your kindness and I am looking forward to my next trip.
JP
Email Masa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Super warm and supportive tour company!
I went on a 2-night, 3-day safari in Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with my parents. We found out about Porcupine through a friend’s recommendation.
In short, it was one of the best experiences we’ve ever had. In the Serengeti, we saw the big cats—lions, leopards, and cheetahs. The most unforgettable moment was witnessing a hunting scene with a pride of female lions. Waiting patiently for them to start the hunt was the most worthwhile ten minutes I’ve ever spent—haha!
In the Ngorongoro Crater, we saw a true wildlife paradise. Compared to the Serengeti, the animals there seemed to live a more peaceful and relaxed life.
The price of the tour was very reasonable, even during the peak season. On the first night, we were able to relax in a luxury lodge, and on the second night, we camped in a tent. Although the weather was rainy, the sunrise from Simba Camp was absolutely breathtaking.
Thank you to Porcupine, as well as our guide and chef, for making this trip so special!
Email Thomas | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Look no further for the most authentic Tanzanian experience
Mama Anna looks after you like one of her own and ensures you have the most authentic and well-organised Tanzanian experience. From climbing Kilimanjaro, waterfall hikes, safari, airport transfers, meals, to staying with a local family, Mama Anna and her team carefully plan every detail which will leave you desperate to come back from more! I cannot recommend Anna and the Porcupine Expeditions highly enough and implore you to plan your visit to Tanzania with them.
IE
Email Aisling | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very kind and thoughtful
The trip to Arusha was lovely, with time to visit a waterfall nearby which was an amazing experience!! The tour itself was amazing seeing all the animals however our guide wasn't the nicest but we still had a great time! The host Anna and her team were so kind throughout our stay and served us some really delicious food!
DE
Email Andreas | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A dream comes true
A dream comes true
We really wanted to go on a safari in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro this year. So I started looking at different options. We wanted something special, and for three days. The reviews and testimonials from Porcupine Expeditions were so good that we decided to go with them. And we haven't regretted it at all!
We arrived in Arusha from Zanzibar, and our airline canceled and postponed our flights several times, and finally changed our destination airport (from Arusha to Kilimanjaro). None of this was a problem for Anna; she waited for us with her daughter and the driver and picked us up there (it was 8:00 p.m.). Transfer to Arusha and overnight stay in a fine hotel (Arusha Farm House Hotel). The next morning at 7:00 a.m., our guide (Johnas) picked us up, and we set off. What we experienced in those three days far exceeded all our expectations and hopes. With his excellent English, Johnas gave us so many details about the wildlife. He organized everything perfectly and was always able to spot the animals. We saw everything there was to see. And at the end, he brought us safely back to Arusha.
Those were three days we will never forget.
We will recommend this tour to everyone we can.
Once again, a big thank you to Anna and her team.
With this experience, we are considering taking a trip to Kilimanjaro with Anna next year or the year after.
DK
Email Ignacio | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari experience
I booked my Safari Tour ( 3 days, where 2 are in Serengeti and 1 in Ngorongoro) with Porcupine Expedition not knowing how amazing it would be. The staff is really attentive and fast responsive, and the prices are really good as well (620 USD).
My tour was guided by Jonas, and he was amazing. He had so many curiosities from wild life to share. And the tour went really smooth.
The chef cooked really good food, the infrastructure they provided was also good (camping in tents with a lot of space inside).
By the end of the Tour, I got to know mama Anna. The owner of the company. She is so sweet and caring. She helped me getting in contact with some locals from Zanzibar as well and even gave me a gift (some local paintings).
Thanks so much for the amazing experience! I am recommending this tour to everyone I know that wants to go to a Safari.
The rain season ended up being the best one, because of better prices, there were not many people doing safaris, we didn't get any rain during the Safari and we also managed to see the big 5.
CZ
Email Pavel Vrba | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Helpful, caring
I think the tour exceeded my expectations. Everything was arranged, everything taken care of. Taxis, tour itself, everything around. Mama even borrowed us binoculars and pillows for free when we didn't have them. 10/10 experience. Thanks!
