Reliable, experienced, flexible, competitive - Private safari for 2 tailored to what we wanted
We booked a 5-night, 6-day private safari for two with Joel at Golden Trip directly from the UK, and from the very beginning, the communication and attention to detail were flawless. Joel was very responsive and accommodating, tailoring the itinerary to match our preferences with great flexibility in choosing both the parks and the accommodations. He gave us a full and detailed itinerary in advance for approval and the price was also very competitive—especially compared to group safari options. We paid a deposit to secure the accommodations and the balance on arrival.
Joel greeted us at Arusha airport along with our driver and guide, Deo. After a quick briefing, we set off on our adventure: starting with Tarangire National Park, followed by two unforgettable days in the Serengeti (both North and Central), a day exploring the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and finishing with a walking safari in Arusha National Park, accompanied by an armed ranger and a final game driver with Deo.
Deo was outstanding —an expert driver who made us feel safe and comfortable throughout the journey. His deep knowledge of Tanzania, its wildlife, and the national parks improved our experience. He was patient, attentive, and always calm, even in challenging situations. Watching his friendly interactions and cooperation with other guides and rangers added a lovely human touch to the trip.
This safari was truly one of the most memorable experiences of my life. I’ll cherish the moments and memories forever. Highly recommended!
Notes: our trip was a lot of travelling and tiring. I would probably stay 2 nights in Central Serengeti and explore from there, rather than moving every night. I highly recommend the bush tented camps (large tents with bathrooms). Expect a lot of dust (especially during the dry season) and eneven roads (African full body massage... )