The Simbaland Magic
Simbaland Magic Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2020)
- Member Of:
- Tanzania Tourist Board
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Ander | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari Experience
We had a great experience with Simbaland Magic Tours. From the very beginning, Mariam—our main contact—was incredibly attentive, kind, and always responded very quickly, which we truly appreciated and made everything much easier.
The 5-day safari itinerary is very complete and well organized. However, it’s worth noting that some time is spent traveling between parks, so you don’t always get a full day in each one—usually around 3–5 hours per park.
We also want to thank our drivers, Faustin and Michael, for their kindness and professionalism throughout the trip—they made the experience even more enjoyable.
All the accommodations were very good and comfortable. One recommendation: if you have the option, it’s better to request a chef on board instead of lunch boxes—it really enhances the overall experience.
Overall, a very positive and memorable safari!
MY
Email Jack & Elaine | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Warm & loving , great hospitality
We booked with Simbaland because Mariam is very responsive and attentive to our special request. We learned that SimbaLand is also a local Tanzanian company which we are very glad to support the local.
We had a memorable honeymoon safari despite several challenges. Due to bad weather and poor road condition, we were stuck in Serengeti for a day but our tour guide - Panda and tour operator - Mariam did their very best to find an alternative way for us to continue with our safari journey. The accommodation arranged were very good , they arranged different type of lodges/tent for us to have different type of experience. We really love it!
They also gave us a surprise on our last day in Arusha which made us felt warm and loving.
DE
Email Esther | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
The trip was really good. Communication was great, I got answers to all my questions within few minutes and the tour was exactly to the quote.
Our guide Dominic was perfect, very nice and he explained so much to all animals and the area. He is also a very good driver, the was a lot of flooded paths and mudd but it was no problem for him
We had a great time and we will neuer forget the trip
Email Natalia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Better than I could have imagined
I solicited itineraries from several other companies and found that only Simbaland Magic could take me to all of the locations I wanted to see, within my budget. Our guide Jonathan was knowledgeable and calm throughout our safari. We loved it more than we could have ever imagined and plan to come back for another safari in the future!
CO
Email Incredible safari experience | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible
My husband and I would like to sincerely thank you for the incredible safari experience you provided. From the very beginning, everything was handled with professionalism, warmth, and great attention to detail.
Maria was our first point of contact, and she was absolutely wonderful. She was always attentive, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process. Her guidance and dedication were truly fundamental in making everything run smoothly from the start.
We would also like to thank Prisca for her kindness and clarity in explaining all the safari details. She made sure everything was clear and well organized, which gave us great confidence before our trip began.
Most importantly, we are deeply grateful to our guide, Faustino. He was exceptional in every way. From his detailed explanations and constant support, to his impressive ability to find animals and adapt when weather conditions became challenging — he handled everything with professionalism, patience, and genuine care. We truly felt we were in the best hands.
Overall, this was an unforgettable experience, and we highly recommend your agency without hesitation. Thank you for making our safari so special.
Warm regards,
Valentina
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Email Echo | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Simbaland Magic Tours team was excellent and professional, demonstrating strong work ethic; we h
Among the many travel agencies, we chose Simbaland Magic Tours, which is the most correct and wise decision we have made in Safari, Tanzania. From our smooth communication with Maria in the early stage, to determine the travel plan, to when we landed at Kilimanjaro Airport, they warmly picked up the plane, until the perfect arrangement of the daily itinerary, each link is interlocked, and the connection is very good. The guide Dominic is very experienced and drives a good off-road vehicle in good condition. He led our team of 6 people to experience the four-day original wildness, thrilling, and unforgettable Safari, the first day. In Taranregi National Park, we saw large pieces of baobab trees, hordes of elephants and zebras, and the next day we saw the hordes of African lions, lazy leopards, In the Sarengeti Prairie, we saw a magnificent wildebeest and a group of zebras, the last day on the Ngorongoro crater, the most lucky and thrilling day, the crater is like the earth of Eden in the crater. , It's so beautiful, we saw a group of pink flamingos, a rare black rhino, and a lion walking around our car, leisurely, this piece of soil is the real home of wild animals. Thanks to the people of Tanzania and caring people all over the world for their efforts and contributions to the creatures who sheltered nature, and thanks to Simbaland Magic Tours The team has brought us a wonderful Safari trip. If there is still a chance in the future, we will visit Tanzania again, choose Simbaland Magic Tours again, and also recommend Simbaland Magic Tours to relatives and friends in need!
CN
Email Ziwei | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderful safari trip
The 7-day safari itinerary was very well-arranged. The guide (Penda) was excellent and helped us spot many animals. The food and accommodation were also great. The value for money was very high. We are grateful for the warm service and hospitality of the staff(Maria and others).
Email Ty | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Helpful
The reason we selected Simbaland was their strong communication, anchored by their point person Maria. As soon as I submitted the bid on Safari Bookings she responded. She quickly prepared quotes and adjusted our itinerary until we had mapped out the perfect safari for us. She was helpful on accommodating our special travel arrangements due to time. As an experienced African traveler, I know things can always go wrong so wanted a company that was responsive. On our trip, the logistics flowed smoothly. We had no issues with the transport. The lodging selections in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro were incredible; beautiful venues and friendly staff. Due to the time of year, we were during the Great Migration so the animal viewing was almost overwhelming. We were able to see the Big 5. My only advice would be if possible to not fit Serengeti and Ngorongoro into a 3 day/2 night block. We had no choice and do not regret it as the sights were incredible, but it was a lot of driving from Arusha. If you have specific interests such as birding or photography, make sure to communicate those to Maria so she can assist with the best guide for your interests. Overall the value was quite good, competitively priced for the bracket, the lodging was excellent, and Maria continued to anchor a supportive staff.
CZ
Email Martin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A professional and well-organized tour operator
We had an amazing experience on this safari tour! Everything was perfectly organized, and the communication and arrangements with Marie were excellent – she was always helpful, responsive, and made the whole process smooth and easy.
We were especially lucky to have Erik as our driver. His experience and sharp eye made a huge difference, and he also had a great sense of humor. Thanks to him, we truly enjoyed every moment of the safari. Highly recommended!
Reply from Simbaland Magic Tours
Posted on Feb 16, 2026Thank you so much for your kind words Martin!
We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing safari experience and that everything ran smoothly. It was a pleasure assisting you and we are glad Erick could make you adventure better and memorable with his expertise and humor.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you on another safari soon for more unforgettable moments!
DK
Email Johannes | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari experienxe
We are a family of seven (all adults) who went on a one-week safari trip with Simbaland Magic Tours in Tanzania in January 2026. We had a wonderful and memorable experience.
The organizer showed great flexibility in designing a tour that matched our needs and wishes, which made the trip both convenient and very enjoyable for us. Throughout the booking process, communication was good - the organizer almost always replied quickly, regardless of the day or time.
During the trip itself, everything practical and logistical was handled smoothly by both the tour operator and our guide, which made the entire experience very relaxing for us.
The itinerary was great, as we visited several different national parks: Tarangire with its big Baobab trees, Ndutu where we saw many calves, Serengeti where we saw many predators, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara. Each national park therefore offered something unique, which made the tour varied and thus even more interesting. We had many fantastic game drives with remarkable wildlife encounters. We were fortunate to see the Big 5 and many more animals in various settings. We also had an authentic visit to two local tribes. We had feared this would be a tourist trap, but this was in no way the case and we instead had a very interesting cultural experience.
The lodges we stayed at were excellent — clean, comfortable, and very well located. Two of them were inside the parks, with wildlife roaming nearby, which made the stay even more special. The food was good, with a wide variety of dishes and several vegetarian options.
Our guide, Ali, was outstanding and was a big part of making the trip special. He was very knowledgeable and explained the animals’ behavior in different situations. This made every sighting special and unique.
The only things which could be improved are the vehicle and communication upon arrival. The vehicle was somewhat old and outdated and experienced a few mechanical issues during the trip. For example, the cooler did not cool properly, and some of the doors had minor problems. The communication upon arrival was slightly unclear, which led to a few misunderstandings — these were, however, resolved quickly.
Despite these minor shortcomings, we are very happy with our experience with Simbaland Magic Tours. The service was consistently good, and we came home with many unique and memorable experiences at a very reasonable price. I can definitely recommend them to others considering a safari in Tanzania.
