Ernest Magic Tours & Safaris Team
Ernest Magic Tours and Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Member Of:
- TALA & TANAPA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $1,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Sue | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Family Safari Experience - 6 nights/7 days
Ernest Magic Tour Review
I am turning 40 and wanted to do something special to celebrate. My mum (from Canada) has been wanting to go to Africa on safari and I realised this would be an awesome experience. Since my family and I live in Australia, Tanzania seemed like the perfect middle ground and safe country to do our safari in.
It was overwhelming when trying to pick a company to do our safari with. There are so many to choose from but after weeks of research, I learned more about Ernest’s background and decided to choose his company for our 6 night, 7 day safari with my mum and two children. From start to finish, the process was so smooth thanks to Regina who was exceptional with communication and ensured our trip was exactly what we hoped for in terms of our activities and accommodations. We could not fault her choices.
Whilst Ernest wasn’t our driver, Erick, our guide, was incredible. He is an Arusha local and has been guiding for over a decade. He was so patient, professional and was great with my kids. He made us all feel so safe and comfortable. Erick’s experience on safari had us spotting 4/5 of the Big 5 animals on our first day, within our first hour or two after landing (we flew into Northern Serengeti from Arusha - best idea ever with kids to eliminate some of the driving).
Erick made the trip a once in a life time experience for our family and something that we will never forget. He was a wealth of knowledge and answered the never ending questions that my kids had. We are SO happy that we chose Ernest Magic Tours for our family safari trip in Tanzania. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a small, tailored experience where the staff go above and beyond to ensure you have a great time.
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Email chen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A fantastic safari experience that exceeded all expectations!
A fantastic safari experience that exceeded all expectations! Thank you Magic Tour and our driver, Ally!
We just finished our Tanzania safari, arranged by Magic Tour. The entire experience was incredible from start to finish! Even before departure, the team demonstrated exceptional professionalism and patience, meticulously answering all our questions and tailoring our itinerary to our specific needs. It was truly a thoughtful and thoughtful experience.
A special thank you to our driver and guide, Ally! He is experienced and mature, not only a skilled driver but also a profound knowledge of Tanzania's grasslands and animal behavior. In the Serengeti, he meticulously guided us to stunning animal scenes, and in the Ngorongoro Crater, he strategically timed our trips to the perfect light and timing for many rare animal sightings. Every day, he efficiently and calmly allowed us to experience the wonders of the wild up close.
Ally also paid meticulous attention to detail—there were always clean, cold drinks in the car, and the packed lunches were delicious and plentiful. He even thoughtfully arranged breaks during long drives to share insights into local culture. His optimistic, friendly, and responsible attitude made the entire trip safe and enjoyable.
If you're looking for a safari company, Magic Tour is a trustworthy choice. If you choose Ally, you'll definitely have an unforgettable trip! Thank you so much, and we'll definitely be back!
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Email Pedro Shi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He provided us with a very pleasant trip with his professional knowledge and experience as well as h
Our honeymoon in Tanzania this past October was an unforgettable journey of a lifetime. Ernest, with his profound expertise, guided us through magical encounters with rare black rhinos, lionesses nurturing their adorable cubs, and leopard mothers caring for their young - each moment revealing nature's perfect harmony. His insightful explanations transformed every question into fascinating wildlife lessons, deepening our understanding of East Africa's ecosystem. Staying amidst the vast Serengeti plains and the volcanic caldera's majesty connected us with Earth's primal energy, memories that still resonate with inner peace. This extraordinary safari experience proved how a professional yet warm-hearted guide like Ernest becomes both mentor and friend. We already long for our next rendezvous with Africa's wonders.
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Email Anton Kuznetsov | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All was perfect!!!!
It was our first safari and I am very glad that I turned to this company! Everything was great! We saw all the animals we wanted to see! The organization of the trip was at the best level!! The breakfasts, lunches and dinners that were prepared for us are just a separate magnificent story!! I definitely recommend it!!
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Email Raisa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Tanzanian Safari with Ernest Magic Tours and the Amazing Guide, John!
I recently returned from an unforgettable safari tour in Tanzania with Ernest Magic Tours and Safaris, and it was absolutely amazing! The endless savannas and stunning sunsets provided the perfect setting to witness incredible wildlife.
Our guide, John, made the experience truly special. His knowledge of the animals and ecosystems was impressive, and he knew exactly where to go for the best sightings. John’s passion for nature and respect for the animals were inspiring, making each moment feel meaningful.
Whether it was watching a pride of lions, a herd of elephants, or catching a glimpse of a leopard, John ensured it was a trip of a lifetime. I highly recommend Ernest Magic Tours and Safaris for anyone planning a Tanzanian adventure!
Thank you again!
John you are the best!
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Email LIANG | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent work!
We are traveling with Ernest in the most peak season of Tanzania, the arrangement is exactly the same as we plan, even above our expectation. We saw big Five, big migration twice in one day. Our guide Ernest is a decent men, professional and experienced. You can ask for advice from him about the daily safari schedule and further discuss with him like what is your favorite animal, when we depart in the morning, lunchbox or hotmeal. He maade eeverything flexible. It's our first time to Africa, really memorial and remarkable travel experience we got, you won't regret to travel with Ernest!
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Email Chi Zhang | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable tour,lifetime experience
I have forgotten exactly which day, sitting in the conference room, gradually unable to hear the chattering voice of my colleagues, an idea suddenly emerged, to Africa!
Then, we jump to this day, 13 hours of airplane , the meru ridge comes into view, the first group of zebras on the savannah, the collared lionese walk under the window, the elephants take mud baths. The red sun sets at the end of the moor, the glistening wildebeest running past the train, the sausage tree's sausage-like fruit sways in the wind, the giraffe bows its head, and the mother cheetah takes the baby deeper into the grass.
The people in front of the bush TV were silent, and the Milky Way looked up. Passing Mufasa the next day, the buffalo has lost half of its face, the hyena sniffs the scent. Write a rhino on the foggy window and you really see it from afar. The antelopes took each other's horns, and the trees began to grow enormous, the vines spread everywhere as if they had entered the Jurassic century. Passing the hippo bridge, the hippo buries his head in the water , plopping, we also swing into the hot springs at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. Finally came to the waterfall, felt very happy, because standing under this waterfall is a group of happy people from all over the world.
It's Ernest's safe driving skills, eagle-eyed eyes for finding animals, patient explanations, three beautiful, kind-hearted and funny tour-mate.Thanks to Ernest and my friends for creating a memory that will last a lifetime.
Don't trap yourself in this little meadow in the middle of the Serengeti, with Ngorongoro on the other side of the hill, where brave little wildebeests enjoy the green grass opposite. Jombo！Hakuna matata！maisha mailef！
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Email Riley | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very trustworthy and helpful, would highly recommend.
What a memorable safari! Our guide, Jackson, was very knowledgable and great. Our accommodations were beautiful, and very welcoming. The food was good! We saw some amazing sights on our safari. Ernest made sure we were happy and comfortable for the whole duration of our time with him. I would highly recommend booking with Ernest Magic Tours, you will not be disappointed!
Email Jonah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari Company in Tanzania
My biggest goal when choosing a company was to find someone who cares about the experience and would go above and beyond. Earnest was the right man for the job. I live in Tanzania and searched for a smaller company that could build a trip based on knowledge and experience working in the region where the safari would take place - not one of the big companies that doesn’t really know what’s up (aka Tanzania Specialist among others). Earnest worked with us to build the perfect itinerary at the price point we wanted. Him and our guide Jackson exceeded every expectation and delivered a truly memorable trip. The meals were 10/10, the lodges were 11/10, and our guide and the animal sightings were 100/10. Jackson could not have done a better job all around. He even went as far as ditching our itinerary to drive us far into the north serengeti so we could hopefully catch the wildebeest river crossing during their great migration (and we sure did catch it). Earnest and Jackson again went above and beyond during my twin and I’s birthday to arrange multiple cakes, songs, and dances with the lodges and make it an even more special day that it already was. Despite it being hard to choose who to safari with due to the # of companies, If there is one thing you takeaway from this review: DO NOT THINK TWICE WHEN CONSIDERING BOOKING WITH EARNEST, just book your trip, stop stressing out, let Earnest handle the rest and consider yourself lucky for finding such a great guy/company. 10/10 this company checks every box and I will be going with Earnest again.
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Email Lisa S | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded expectations in EVERY way!
Choosing a safari provider can be a very hard decision when you are starting with no information or references. There are literally hundreds of safari companies and most appear to offer similar options and service levels. After doing some online research we somehow connected with Ernest and had a live call to ask some questions about the itinerary, the lodging, the food, his guides, pricing, etc. Ernest was responsive and open to answering our many many many questions throughout our decision process. In the end we decided to book our 6-day private safari with Ernest Magic Tours and were not disappointed. I was definitely nervous pre-paying for the safari without having ever met or knowing anyone who had used this company. However I decided to go with my gut and am so happy I did. Our trip was fantastic in every way…great lodging, super food, amazing sightings, a comfortable and safe vehicle and so much more. The best part by far though was our SUPER-STAR GUIDE JACKSON who made our trip unforgettable and so much fun. Jackson has been guiding for 15+ years and is so passionate about serengeti safaris. His excitement was apparent in everything we did as he went out of his way to ensure we had sooooo many animal sightings. Recognizing nature is unpredictable Jackson did his best to scour the horizons and surroundings to spot as many animals as he could. And boy did we get lucky! Aside from the animal sightings though, Jackson is a great and safe driver who is a true professional that knows the landscape, animal patterns, etc. in every way. I would highly recommend Ernest Magic Tours and Safaris and would be happy to connect directly to answer any questions a potential customer might have.
