Lukiano and Dorit Mkuta.
L & D Lion Guides Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2021)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $350 to $1,100 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Ali | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
There's no comparison for uniqueness! Our trip had everything we dreamed of and even more! AMAZING!!
EVERYTHING is already written!
Even the act of me writing this review and you reading it was already written.
For some, that may be a strange thought, as it gives the illusion that they have no control over their lives.
For others, however, it is the certainty that – no matter what may come – everything has its own purpose.
It was our purpose to cross paths with the greatest man of Tanzania – the one and only, the sensei of wildlife: Lukiano!
My girlfriend and I have met many people on our travels. Some were hospitable, kind, and helpful – and some we would have rather never met at all.
But none of them were like Lukiano!
With his calm yet energetic presence, he managed to make us feel safe in every situation.
And I truly mean EVERY situation!
Whether it was a lion majestically walking just inches past our open car window, or an elephant scratching it’s itchy back against our vehicle – one concerned glance towards Lukiano, one smile from... Read more him, and all our worries were gone till eternity.
Lukiano’s smile was, in fact, his constant companion – and never, truly never, was it fake or even slightly forced.
It was simply… REAL.
What a gift it is in today’s world to still experience such REALNESS – from such an impressive human being!
This realness was only outshined by his knowledge of the wildlife.
To cut it short: If the topic is wildlife, even ChatGPT would ask Lukiano.
It’s unbelievable how much this man knows!
But knowing is one thing – teaching that knowledge patiently and understandable is another.
Lukiano combines both like no one else!
He is simply a remarkable man – one of a kind, the best there is, the best there was and the best there ever will be.
Every great man throughout history of mankind needed a soulmate – someone to help unlock their full potential.
Lukiano’s soulmate is Dorit.
She gave us a constant sense of security and care. She looked after us when we were mentally and physically exhausted, kept us motivated time and time again, and made us laugh – and reflect – with her wonderful stories and life wisdom.
You could feel how pure her interest was, and how solution-focused she was in addressing our concerns.
And just like with Lukiano – always with a powerful, undeniable REALNESS.
On top of all that, she impressed with flawless organization and absolute professionalism in every aspect.
Together, the two of them are the true embodiment of:
Teamwork makes the dream work!
Two loving people who, in all likelihood, have found each other till infinity.
And to be honest – what could be more admirable than that?
If you’re looking for “something“ special, this is not the right couple for your trip – because with this couple, EVERYTHING is special!
It’s up to you whether you want to have the time of your life in Tanzania with this truly unique power couple.
Think about it…
But in the end, sometimes you have to be smart – and remember:
EVERYTHING is already written.
Email Mambo family | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The Best Team Ever. Professional, reliable, punctual and always attentive to our needs.
Lion Guides, The best Safari Team. The 4 days Safari was a family dream that cane true. The experience was amazing , we were inside the heart of Serengueti and Ngorongoro. Making part of that amazing environment. Thanks to Lion guides we always felt safe and driven to the best spots were perfect wildlife scenarios were just there making memories in all our senses.
After the Safari the accomodation was just the perfect spot to be , with luxurious Tents and Fantastic Buffet just right there in the middle of Serengueti.
We Loved it and for Sure , Lion guides, the best team Ever.
Amani na Upendo
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Email Claudia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very friendly tour guides, top organizes trip! Everything was very nice!
Great Safari!
We learned a lot about culture and animals.
Dorit and Lukiano are very friendly, helpful and welcoming!
Everything was great organized!
Thank you very much!
Claudia :)
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Email Sonia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The tour operator has a lot of experience in the safari business.
1-day safari (Arusha National Park), September 15, 2023
After a wonderful 4-day safari with L&D Lion Guides Safaris to Tarangire National Park, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, I decided to book a day safari to Arusha National Park on September 15, 2023. I spent 22 months in Arusha and saved the best (and closest) to last. Since I had a residence permit, I got the trip a little cheaper.
In the morning, the tour guide Lukiano first went to the car inspection and then picked up the lunch boxes. Accompanied by his wife Dorit, Lukiano drove us to the entrance of Arusha National Park.
The highlights I really wanted to see were a tree that you could drive through, the Hatari Lodge, known for hosting the film crew of the movie "Hatari!" with John Wayne and Hardy Krueger (I didn't see the movie until I returned to Austria) and a lake with flamingos.
At the entrance to the national park we were greeted by baboons, we also saw many species of birds, zebras, giraffes... Read more and at the end even a herd of elephants.
We ate at the Hatari Lodge, with a beautiful view of giraffes and warthogs. Since you had to book in advance for lunch at the lodge, we were lucky enough to be able to eat the lunch boxes we had brought with us there.
After a wonderful excursion, there was a final chat in a café in Arusha with Dorit.
Sonia, Vienna / Austria
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Email Ilona | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Allways Top
our journey was very good organized, our guides are friendly and helpful.
We see many animals on our safaris and it wasn't dangerous.
Email Hanka | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Thank you for the wonderful days
The well-thought-out organization and the lovingly selected destinations made the week an unforgettable experience.
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Email Jens | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely recommendable
Lukiano and Dorit gave us a perfectly organized safari experience. Super friendly, perfect local knowledge, great lodges, routes perfectly tailored to our needs - highly recommended.
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Email Sofie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing travelling with Lion Guides Safaris!!
Last year we met Lukiano during our safari in Tanzania. We had a great time.
Back home we couldn’t forget our great time in Tanzania, we wanted to go back because of all the stories Lukiano told us with a lot of passion for his work and country.
Lukiano made for us a great itinerary and so our journey together could start again.
Lukiano and Dorit, we want to thank you for this unforgettable trip!
Lukiano told us about Mount Meru and we wanted to take on the challenge to conquer the mountain. The crew who took care of us on the mountain was incredible, they are all friends for a long time and you felt really the warmth of everyone.
We really enjoyed climbing Mount Meru together but it didn't stop at this great adventure, it went so much further.
Lukiano put together our trip wonderfully! We asked to meet the local population and we got it so well. It started with meeting the family and village of Dorit and Lukiano, which was incredible.
Shopping and going... Read more to the market in Arusha, we also enjoyed that immensely. Meeting the different tribes (Hadzabe, Datoga, fishermen by Lake Eyasi), eating goat at the local market, a song especially for us on a boat in Lake Manyara, swimming in the waterfalls by Lake Natron, visiting the Masai and so on…It was really great and we enjoyed it to the fullest!
Early in the morning being eye in eye with an enormous group of Lions in Tarangire while the sun was rising was amazing, we will never forget! Even meeting 3 leopard on one day was unbelievable.
Also all accommodations and food were of the highest level!
Lukiano and Dorit have an incredible feeling for what their guests want and they do everything for their company Lion Guides Safaris. We wish you all the best and are very thankful for everything.
We don’t say goodbye but see you again! One day we will come back and we will definitely book again with Lion Guides Safaris! For everyone who reads this, don’t doubt, just travel with Lion Guides Safaris because they are the best!!
A sante sana!!
You and your country have a special place in our hearts! You gave us memories for life!
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Email Bálint | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Victor was the best guide!
We had an amazing 5 day tour Safari with Victor. Everything was well organized, went absolutely simply.
Thank you!
CH
Email Jennifer | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very Great Safari Tour
The 3-day safari with Lucky was brilliant! He looks for animals, he sees them from afar, he can tell a lot about wild animals and if he is not sure, he reads up on them. He responded to our needs at all times and his very approachable manner created a great atmosphere! The food was great, not cold food from a lunch box, instead we got a warm freshly cooked menu, with salad and fresh fruit! I would book Lucky again at any time and can only recommend him.