Goldfinch Adventures Directors
Goldfinch Adventures
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2022)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $190 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Penny | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply Perfect In Every Way
I recommend Goldfinch (GF) without hesitation. I contacted five safari companies with identical enquiries, yet only two replied - and Brenda at GF responded immediately, which was a very lucky thing for us. She was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and crafted the perfect itinerary.
When I later asked if my 93-year-old father could join, she liaised with the camps straight away, and every adjustment was handled flawlessly. The camps themselves were stunning, and the staff were amazing - they even adored singing and dancing with my dad, which meant the world to us.
Our guide, Ludo, was exceptional, and we were fortunate enough to see the Big Five and so much more.
Thank you, GF, for an unforgettable adventure and memories that will last a lifetime.
Email Bola | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very Knowledgeable and Kind
From the booking process to the actual tours, We had an amazing experience. Kelvin did excellent in communicating with us and following up, even keeping us
Informed of political events in the area that may impact travel. He went above and beyond.
Our tour guide, Mr Swahibu did really well. He made sure we were well set up at our hotels before leaving everyday. He even made sure, on the safari, that we saw animals that we individually wanted to see. Even going deep in the jungle if that’s what it took.
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Email Frans-Philip | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experiences in beautiful surroundings
Really enjoyed our 5-day private tour with Goldfinch Adventures. We had a tour through Tarangine, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Mataruni. During our safari, our tour guide Joshua guided us to see and learn about all the big five in addition to other animals and wildlife in the Savanna. We had some great lodges for our overnight stays with great meals both for dinner and breakfasts. The lunches consisted of pre-made lunchboxes which also were quite good. Our last day we spent exploring the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro which was exciting - also got to try the arabica coffee with the locals.
Email Phil | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing!
We had the most amazing experience with Goldfinch, from planning with Kelvin to the best host in Sam…I cannot praise these guys enough. The safari helped us see every wild animal in its natural habitat and the evenings were fabulous in just the best accommodation. In fact the clamping tent in the middle of the Serengeti was better than any hotel room….again thanks for a truly wonderful trip. All the best The Andersons
Email Rika | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent
Amazing 8-day private safari with Goldfinch Adventures, with excelent guide, Swahibu Othoman, who showed us so many animals and special sightings. Accommodation were fantastic, so were all arrangements done by Brenda. Tanzania stole our hearts - will definately return.
Email David Fredericks | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Goldfinch Adventures make dreams a reality
My partner and I opted for Goldfinch Adventures to organise and plan our 13 day combined Safari and Beach vacation in October 2025. It appears we chose wisely as we both agree it was the best vacation we have ever had (and we have been to many places!). Kelvin listened to our requirements and put together a very professional full itinerary for our private tour. Together we tweaked a couple of bits here and there before settling on the final product. Everything was taken care of, from transfers, to accommodation bookings, park fees, food & refreshments and knowledgeable guides, and for any queries he was available via WhatsApp. We swear we had the best driver/guide in Tanzania. Samwel made this trip for us with his kind heart, keen eyesight, sense of humour and expert driving skill. By the end of the week he had become a friend, after seeing the big 5 and so much more in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorogoro. We visited Kilimanjaro and literally made our own coffee from beans to roasting to crushing and boiling. We swam in the hot spring of Chemka. Our second week was more relaxing and less complex on the white sands of Zanzibar but this too was organised by Kelvin including the domestic flight. Do not be alarmed by the "30% up front and pay the rest in cash once you get there". This appears to be typical practice for the local operators. We cannot fault any part of this trip and can thoroughly recommend Goldfinch Adventures to plan your experience of Tanzania & Zanzibar.
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Email Diogo | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our tour operator was the best, he knew the best way to look for all the big five animals
We had the best experience, everybody was very nice and kind to us. And they did there best to make sure we would have a great time and a good safari experience, even for the accomodations, and the amazing food we had.
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Email Ofer | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good prompt communication — everything went as planned.
Excellent Experience, reliable Tour operator, good prompt communication, everything ran smoothly.
Great guides on the trip, Hamad and Swahibu, flowed with our pace, very informative while not too talkative.
Email Ben Wright | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best safari tour operator in Tanzania
We booked our dream honeymoon 5 day safari with Goldfinch and we couldn’t have asked for anything better!
From the get go, Brenda was responsive and organised, nothing was too much trouble and she made sure to accommodate everything that we were looking for. We had other quotes back from several other companies, but Brenda’s professionalism and responsiveness was far better than any other company we had spoken to.
We were collected from Arusha airport on the first day by Brenda and our guide for the next 5 days, Emmanuel. Emmanuel is a fantastic guide, again, nothing was too much trouble and he really went out of his way to make sure we were happy and that our safari trip was truly special. He was so knowledgeable about all of the animals and we were even lucky enough to be able to see the ‘big 5’. Emmanuel also allowed us the time to visit a Maasai village within the Ngorongoro Crater which we’d urge everyone to do if given the opportunity. It was brilliant and the people were so welcoming. It was great to get to know Emmanuel over the 5 days and we were sad to say goodbye at the end of our trip. On the last day we swapped guides and took a 2.5hr car journey from Arusha to Mt Kilimanjaro to walk the foothills to see Materuni Waterfalls, visit a coffee farm and the Chemka Hot Springs. We didn’t really know what to expect for this part of our trip, but it ended up being an amazing experience and the coffee farm and coffee tasting was another highlight for us! On the way back to the airport we met Brenda again, who gifted me a beach bag and sun hat for our onward journey to Zanzibar - such a lovely gesture!
We would recommend Goldfinch to anyone looking to book a safari trip, we had an unforgettable experience and have made memories that we will cherish forever.
Ben and Olivia Wright.
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Email Karin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing 5 day safari with the best guide
Our safari with Samuel and Goldfinch Adventures was truly exceptional. From the very beginning, he impressed us with his professionalism, deep knowledge of the animals and environment, and his warm personality. Samuel always knew where to go and had an incredible eye for spotting the animals, which gave us unforgettable encounters and views.
What we appreciated the most was how much effort he put into making sure that all our wishes were fulfilled. Whether it was finding a particular animal, explaining something in detail, or simply creating the perfect atmosphere, he always went the extra mile for us. His patience, kindness, and genuine passion for nature made the entire journey even more special.
Thanks to Samuel, this safari far exceeded our expectations and became an adventure we will never forget. We highly recommend him and Goldfinch to anyone who wants the best possible safari experience.