Ecological Wilderness Adventures
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2005)
- Member Of:
- TATO & TALA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $2,500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Surreal safari
after spending the last 2 years exploring the 7 continents, my final adventure came down to a safari in Africa. I spent months preparing and researching where to go and what to see. Listened to many of my friends from all over the world. The Outfitter that best exemplified my needs and tastes was with Ecological Wilderness Adventures. Spent many phone calls via Skype with Brian to arrange it so that I could spend over 2 weeks seeking the best spots to have a safari. What it all came down to was the quality of the guide and the service he rendered. Without a doubt, in all 4 regions of Africa that we toured, Brian exceeded my expectations. His experience and knowledge surpassed what I thought possible. You know you have e best guide when others are flagging him down asking where he could recommend they take their clients. On one occasion we spotted a leopard- which is my favorite big game animal- walking across the river. Instead of chasing after it like all the other guides, he went off in a different direction. When I asked him why we weren't headed after it like the others, he replied that we were going to where it was headed. Sure enough we parked under a tree 10 minutes before the leopard arrived and climbed into the tree where it had stored it's kill. All the other vehicles had to park behind us as we got the front row seats and best pictures possible. His guiding skills are incredible and the camps on the Serengeti we stayed at were 5 star resorts in a camp out on the plains. The entire trip was way beyond what I had envisioned having done almost everything, now only the best will do. That means Ecological Wilderness Adventures will be the only phone call I make for the next safari.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everyone says their guide is the greatest, but unless they're talking about Brian, they're wrong.
What a fantastic 15 day adventure with Brian and Ecological Wilderness Adventures. He recommended and we tweaked our stays in Tarangiri, Serengeti and the Crater. Here, almost a year later, our memories are sharp, vivid and unforgettable. In large measure, due to the friendliness, knowledgeability and humor Brian shared with us. Animals were fantastic, but the variety and beauty of the birds was astounding. And Brian was our constant, attentive educator and friend. If you safari to Tanzania, go with the best. It will dramatically increase both your pleasure and understanding of this amazing Africa.
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Email Kim Hanson Memphis, TN | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Pleasant Surprise
We were recommended to Brian from a couple that had gone on a Safari with him for 17 days. I said to her, didn't you get bored? Her reply was " It wasn't long enough". I had called a friend of mine that had been on a Safari in the past and asked if her and her husband would go with us. Four of us planned the entire trip over the Internet with emails to Ecological Wilderness. The 15 day trip was just fabulous. After our experience with Brian (owner), I would book another trip with him immediately and do it all over again. We saw and met several other guides on our trip and I felt that Brian had such respect for the animals. His incredible knowledge had me asking him questions all the time. 15 days was not long enough.
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Email Margaret Mills | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A trip to remember-excellent guides and wonderful opportunities to view wild animals of the area
We were extremely satisfied with all aspects of the trip. Overnight on the plains of the Serengeti was an experience I will never forget! Being adventuresome, I appreciated the many amenities we enjoyed even in the wilds. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone wanting to experience Tanzania. Saw lots of elephants, giraffes, wildebeests and lions.
Email MaxiMelb | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A safari with a difference in Tanzania
A safari with a difference is what we experienced with our guide/company owner, Brian Mengoriki of Ecological Wilderness Adventures.
I organised our safari online directly with Brian and his staff and I couldn't speak highly enough of their attention to detail and the prompt and efficient service provided during our dealing over the internet.
Nothing was ever too much for Brian, as we visited numerous reserves and parks in our quest to source wildlife. We saw every animal we had hoped to see along with 100's of birds.
Our time hunting with bushmen, joining a blacksmith along with his numerous wives and children - all added to this unique safari.
The varied accommodation was fantastic allowing us to experience all aspects of a memorable holiday - tree-top lodges, tented camps to luxurious lodges - it was great.
We will always remember our camp in the Serengetti sitting by a huge camp fire at night watching the stars, listening to the wildlife and chatting the hours away.
We couldn't speak highly enough of Brian Mengoriki and his staff at Ecological Wilderness Adventures who contributed to our most memorable & enjoyable African experience.
We can't wait to go back and revisit Tanzania.
Thanks you Brian and Ecological Wilderness Adventures for providing a safari we still talk about and revisit with family & friends.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kilimanjaro, Culture, and Safari
I highly recommend Brian Mengoriki and Ecological Wilderness Adventures to anyone considering an African tour. I found Brian on the internet and was thrilled when two of his references were acquaintances. My family of four traveled with EWA on a private tour to do a partial climb of Mount Kilimanjaro, visit several tribes (nomadic, blacksmiths, wood carvers, and goat herders), and camp in the Serengeti. Our experience was unparalleled. Brian is extremely organized and responsive. He listened to all of my desires and requests and planned the perfect itinerary for our family. He met us at the airport upon arrival and made every transition smooth. We loved he variety of accommodations he arranged and the food was amazing! Brian's experience growing up in the Ngorongoro Crater was evident when we went looking for animals. He knew what time to leave and where to look for every species. We had front row seats to the best Africa has to offer. We definitely felt that we "saw" Africa in the two short weeks that we had.