Wilderness Insights Safaris Team
Wilderness Insights Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2020)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $80 to $450 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Anna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our amazing experience with Wilderness Insights Safaris
My family and I hiked Mount Meru and went on a safari with Wilderness Insights Safaris.
From the beginning, we had a few special requests: We wanted to do a day summit on Mount Meru instead of the usual night summit. We also wanted to spend the nights in the order Mirakamba Hut – Saddle Hut – Saddle Hut instead of the usual route of Mirakamba Hut – Saddle Hut – Mirakamba Hut. John accommodated all of these requests and planned and implemented everything exactly as we had imagined.
Mount Meru
The hike up Mount Meru was beautiful – you cross different climatic zones, and we saw water buffalo, warthogs, many monkeys, and even giraffes along the way.
John's team was very friendly, and the two guides took excellent care of us. The food was also very good: every morning we had eggs, toast, porridge, and pancakes. For lunch and dinner, we always had soup, a meat dish with a side dish, salad, fruit for dessert, and hot water for tea. In addition, we were given warm water for washing every day after hiking.
On summit day, unlike all the other groups, we set off at 7 a.m. instead of midnight, at our request. This meant we were able to enjoy a stunning sunrise with Kilimanjaro in the background before breakfast. On the way up, our two guides and the summit porter took excellent care of us: They took our backpacks when someone was exhausted and took as many breaks as we needed. Once at the summit, we were completely alone and were able to enjoy the view for 30 minutes in peace, soak up the sun, and eat our snacks.
Safari: We did the safari with John himself. He was already waiting for us at the hotel when we arrived from Mount Meru and gave us a briefing on how the safari would proceed. On the first day of the safari, he picked us up from our hotel on time. The car was great and very clean (John also vacuumed it every day after the safari, etc.). The car also had a cooler with water, Coke, Coke Zero, white wine, and red wine. For the safari itself, we went to Tarangire, Serengeti, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. We saw an incredible number of animals—far more than I ever could have imagined. John made this already magical experience 100 times better: he explained a lot, had an answer to every question, was extremely knowledgeable about where to find which animals (we saw all of the Big 5), and somehow always managed to get us the best spot among all the safari vehicles, thus providing the best view of the animals. The food on the safari was also much better than expected: most of the other safari groups had boxed lunches, which I also expected. But John brought thermal dishes, which the hotel refilled every day, so we had hot (very good) food for lunch every day. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed Mount Meru and the safari. Both were unforgettable experiences, made even better by John's personable manner, experience, and planning. I highly recommend Wilderness Insights Safaris to everyone.
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Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Oct 4, 2025Dear Anna,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such an amazing and detailed review! It was truly a pleasure to organize your Mount Meru hike and safari adventure, and I’m so happy to hear that everything—from the special route requests to the wildlife experiences—turned out exactly as you had hoped.
Your appreciation means a lot to me and the entire Wilderness Insights Safaris team. We always aim to provide a personalized experience for every guest, so knowing that your family enjoyed both the mountain and safari journey in comfort and peace makes us very proud.
I’ll be sure to share your kind words with our guides, cooks, and support crew who helped make your adventure memorable. Thank you again for choosing us and for your wonderful recommendation. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Tanzania one day for another unforgettable journey!
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Email Simon Detomaso | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
7 day great migration safari
The 7 day great migration safari with John Malley and Wilderness Insights Safaris was simply amazing. We saw a lot of animals thanks to our amazing guide John Malley, who did a perfect job. Ask for him, if you want to have a great experience. His knowledge about the animals and nature is superb. The accomodations and the safari car were also very nice. I have nothing to claim and all in all I woult totally recommend him for a safari trip.
Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Oct 4, 2025Dear Simon,,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your 7-day Great Migration Safari and that the experience met your expectations in every way. It was a real pleasure guiding you through the incredible landscapes and wildlife of Tanzania.
Your kind words about my guiding and our accommodations mean a lot to me and the entire Wilderness Insights Safaris team. We’re so happy to know you had such a memorable safari adventure.
Thank you again for recommending us — we hope to welcome you back one day for another unforgettable experience in Tanzania!
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Email Avishay | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable safari with Wildness Insights—great planning by John and amazing guide Shedrack
We booked our safari with John from Wildness Insights Safaris, and the entire planning and organization process with him was smooth and easy. He was always available for any question and responded clearly and professionally. We felt we could truly rely on him, and even when challenges arose along the way, he always did his best to assist.
When we arrived, we met our guide, Shedrack. The experience with him was outstanding. He is a very kind and welcoming person, with extensive knowledge, deep passion for his profession, and genuine love for his country. He was eager to share his knowledge with us, making our journey even more meaningful. We always felt in good hands with him—he was attentive to our needs, gave immediate responses, and made great efforts to ensure we had the best possible safari experience.
We warmly recommend Wildness Insights Safaris
Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Oct 4, 2025Dear Avishay,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience with Wilderness Insights Safaris. I’m so glad to hear that the planning process went smoothly and that you felt supported every step of the way. It was a real pleasure assisting you in creating your safari adventure.
I’m especially happy to know that Shedrack made your safari such a memorable experience. He truly is a passionate and knowledgeable guide, and I’ll be sure to share your kind words with him — it will mean a lot to him and our whole team.
We sincerely appreciate your warm recommendation and hope to welcome you back one day for another unforgettable journey in Tanzania!
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Email Elisabeth | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari with Perfect Organisation and Kind Personal Support, Great Mount Meru climb
We Booked 11 days with wilderness insight Safari for Mont Meru climbing and 5day Safari. Both was really Great, all our Special requests were considerd. We had successfull Mount Meru climbing considering our request for a day climbing on Summer (which i really can recommend!!!) with a loveley Team, very Kind Guides and Great meals. Our Safari (Tarangire, serengeti, Ngorogoro Crater) with John was wonderful. He tried to find all animals and succeded, and gave us very detailed Information about everything. The selected lodges were Great and also the meals on Tour were loveley. I really can Highly recommend John and the whole Team of wilderness insight Safari.
Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Sep 5, 2025Dear Elisabeth,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! 🌿 We’re delighted to hear that both your Mount Meru climb and safari were everything you hoped for. It means a lot to us that our team could meet your special requests and make your adventure so memorable. John and the entire crew will be very happy to know their efforts, knowledge, and kindness made a difference for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable adventures in Tanzania! 🦁🏔️✨
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Email Lihi | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience
I had an amazing time on the safari trip! Our guide, John, was incredibly sweet and wise, knowing how to answer all of our questions and dealing with our family silliness. We drove in the car that was very comfortable and was stocked with drinks in the fridge for us, the open roof was amazing, allowing us to have a much better experience, and the fact that the car had charging spots was a life saviour. I enjoyed the trip very much and I hope more people will get the opportunity to experience it like I did, especially when John is your guide you are promised for an unforgettable trip!
Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Sep 5, 2025Dear Lihi,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 🌿 We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an unforgettable safari experience with us. John will be delighted to know that his knowledge, kindness, and fun spirit made your journey even more special. We’re also glad you enjoyed the comfort of our safari vehicle and its little details that make the trip smoother. It was truly a pleasure hosting you and your family, and we hope to welcome you back again for more adventures in Tanzania! 🐘🦁✨
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Email Einat | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best experience
I highly recommend John!
I reached out to John a few months ago after a friend recommended him, and asked him to plan a family trip that included safari, tribal visits, and Zanzibar.
From that point on, John took care of everything down to the smallest details and arranged an unforgettable experience for us.
He was always kind, polite, honest, and trustworthy – making us feel completely at ease throughout the journey.
Anyone who travels with John is truly in for a treat!
Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Aug 17, 2025Dear Einat,
Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful feedback! It was truly my pleasure to organize your family trip, and I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed the safari, tribal visits, and Zanzibar.
Your trust means a lot to me, and I’m so happy that I could make your journey smooth and memorable. I would be more than happy to welcome you, your family, or friends again for another adventure in Tanzania.
Email Hilary | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience
I had the best time with Wilderness Insights. Everything was arranged really smoothly and efficiently from their end, all i had to do was tell them what i was interested in and they sorted out the full itinerary for my 3 day Safari.
My guide Aloyce was one of the best in the business! with over 17 years experience he was able to ensure I was able to see 4 of the big 5 along with all the other animals. A truly unforgettable experience. Aloyce found all the quite spots away from the other cars and vehicles, made sure not to disturb the animals for too long and had all the knowledge about every single creature.
i was even helped to the market and the bus stand at the end of my trip which was very much appreciated as this was above and beyond!
I stayed at the Manyara Lodge as part of my package and the food, breakfast , lunch and dinner was always delicious. I would 100% recommend!
Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Aug 17, 2025Dear Hilary,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an unforgettable experience with Wilderness Insights. It’s great to know that everything from planning your safari to the final details went smoothly.
Aloyce will be so pleased to hear your kind words—his experience, knowledge, and care make him truly exceptional, and we’re glad he made your safari so memorable. We’re also happy you enjoyed your stay at Manyara Lodge and the delicious meals.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and would be honored to welcome you back again for another adventure in Tanzania!
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Email Leor Freidfertig | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent guide—responsive, knowledgeable, well-organized, and great value for money!
We had an amazing experience! From the very beginning, communication was excellent — he was extremely responsive via WhatsApp and patiently answered every question we had, no matter how small.
The trip was very well-organized and thoughtfully planned. Despite offering a great price, he still managed to book us in beautiful lodges, bungalows, and hotels that exceeded our expectations. The vehicle was in excellent condition, comfortable and well-equipped for the safari.
During the safari, he shared detailed explanations and insights about the animals and the environment, which really added depth to the experience. His guidance and knowledge made us feel well taken care of from start to finish. We were provided with everything we needed throughout the trip — nothing was missing.
Overall, we were incredibly happy with the service and felt it was great value for money. Highly recommended!
Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Aug 17, 2025Dear Leor,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m truly delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience and that everything from the planning to the lodges, safari vehicle, and guiding exceeded your expectations.
It was a real pleasure organizing your trip and sharing the beauty of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes with you. I’m so glad the details, explanations, and care helped make your journey smooth, comfortable, and memorable.
Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot, and I’d be honored to welcome you or your friends again for another adventure in the future!
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Email Roi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exceptional – I enjoyed and learned from every moment.
We reached out to Wilderness Insights Safari and John, the owner, to plan our Kilimanjaro trek and a week-long safari – and the experience exceeded every expectation we had.
For Kilimanjaro, the guiding team was absolutely flawless. The chef consistently served us delicious, hot meals, even in the toughest conditions. Our waiter was warm, kind, and always ready to help, and the guides were simply outstanding – both in terms of professional knowledge and safety, as well as on a personal, human level. They kept the atmosphere light and fun, shared jokes with us, and went far beyond what’s expected – even carrying our bags (and sometimes us!) when needed. Their dedication turned a challenging trek into a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
As for the safari, we were lucky enough to have John himself with us. His knowledge of the wildlife and environment, combined with fluent and articulate English, made every moment interesting and educational. Beyond that, he's just a wonderful person to talk to – always smiling, always responsive to our needs, and constantly going the extra mile to make sure everything was perfect.
The safari vehicle was always spotless, comfortable, and fully equipped – with cold drinks, charging ports, and everything we could possibly need.
This was actually my second safari with John – and without a doubt, it won’t be the last.
10/10 – highly recommended.
Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Aug 17, 2025Dear Roi,
Wow — thank you so much for this incredible feedback! I’m truly humbled by your kind words and so happy to hear that both your Kilimanjaro trek and safari exceeded your expectations.
I’ll be sure to share your appreciation with the mountain team — the guides, chef, and waiter will be delighted to know that their dedication and warmth made such a difference for you on the climb. They always give their very best, and it means a lot to see it recognized.
It was also a great pleasure to accompany you personally on safari. I’m glad my knowledge and care helped make the experience memorable and enjoyable for you. Knowing that this was your second safari with me — and not the last — truly means the world.
Thank you once again for your trust and recommendation. I look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure in Tanzania!
Email Ella Tinsley | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fun and interesting
There are countless reasons why I would rate this 5 stars. Firstly, our tour guide, John Malley, was so informative and entertaining. He was friendly and made us feel very comfortable. Secondly, he has stocked the Land Cruiser’s fridge with waters, fizzy drinks, and alcohol and the picnic he provided was so delicious. Proper cooked chicken, veg, rice and a nice set up. Also, the accommodation that we were put in was one of the most special places my friend and I have been to, we even wanted to extend our stay there! Overall, it was an amazing experience
Reply from Wilderness Insights Safaris
Posted on Aug 17, 2025Dear Ella,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed both the safari and the little details — from the stocked fridge and picnic setup to the special accommodation. It makes me so happy to know you felt comfortable, entertained, and well taken care of throughout your journey.
I truly appreciate your kind words and 5-star rating, and I’d be more than happy to welcome you and your friend again for another unforgettable adventure in Tanzania!