35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
J243QHmeredithm 21 A+++ travel experience (with small kids!) with RA Safaris
cannot recommend RA safaris highly enough. They may not have as snazzy a website as some of the other tour companies, but I promise you that traveling with this locally owned and operated (and thus supporting locals!) travel agency was one of our best decisions in our most recent trip to Tanzania (June 2024). Some friends of ours used RA Safaris back in 2015 and said we MUST use them. Their prices are really competitive but most importantly, their customization and attention to detail was superb. Zeph, the owner of RA safaris, personally ensured our satisfaction throughout the trip. Eli managed all of our trip logistics/planning in advance, and Johnson, our onsite tour guide, could not have been better.
My husband and I traveled with our two young kids (6 and 7) and Johnson was so, so good with the kids. He paid more attention to the kids than to us, which I LOVED. Our trip was a mix of high-end lodges (e.g., Gibbs Farm) and tented lodges, and the itinerary put together was so smooth and such a nice mixture of options and accommodations. They accommodated all requests. The safari vehicle was in great condition and we had everything we needed while on safari. When our little kiddo needed to go to the bathroom while deep in the Serengeti, Johnson knew all the (unmarked) backroads to get us to a hidden lodge to find a restroom. He knew ALL of the other guides and was intimately familiar with the terrain, which is essential in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. The information delivered about the flora and fauna was delivered precisely, with accuracy, yet wasn't overwhelming. Johnson gave us plenty of space as a family. The trip was exciting, yet we felt safe and cared for the entire time.
All food was amazing, both at the lodges and on the road when on safari. When we were picked up from the airport, Zeph and Johnson met us outside with a small picnic of fruit and fresh coffee. Their service was impeccable. When we go back to Tanzania, there is no other company that we would consider.
Thank you to Zeph, Johnson, Eli and the rest of the RA Safaris team. We wish you the very best!!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Get value for your money is their responsibility
Title: Amazing 4-Day Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti NP & Tarangire
Month: January 2024
I did 4 days in Tanzania through this Kenyan tour operator. Everything went on smoothly, the manager Brenda was quite helpful, she organized everything from travel documents to actual travel. We used the road and this gave us a chance to Kenya’s countryside as we headed to Tanzania, the driver was very understanding, we saw more than 60 animal species, the Serengeti was everything for me, I came across the big five for the first time in my life. I will always recommend ThinkScene Safaris to anyone looking for adventure in East Africa
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional tailor made safari experience!
Safari experience was professionally prepared in advance, accurately adjusted to my family needs and requests.
From domestic flights to accomodations, all was set following my request and for the fair price.
Special mention to italian speaking guide Christian that has made the Serengeti tour an experience we’ll never forget!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing!! Amazing!!
This trip was seamless from planning it to the return home. I went on a similar trip 25 years ago and thought nothing could beat that trip. I couldn’t believe how much this one did. Zachary was a phenomenal driver, animal spotter, educator and professional. We saw the Big 5 by day 2! He met every need, exceeded all expectations and made this trip a memory of a lifetime! I will recommend this company to anyone who wants an amazing experience and trip they will never forget. Not one thing I would do differently. Thank you for making this so special!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive and cost-effective safari and Zanzibar tour operator
We took 5 day safari with waterfall trip on the 6th day, overall it was a unique experience with the highlights being the Ngorongoro crater and Serengeti plains, where you can see vast variety of nature and animals. We saw lions with fresh prey twice but missed leopards or cheetahs - it's a game of luck. We decided to take a less costly option and share our car, which made planning more difficult, the biggest nuisance being the commute to parks which are quite far and having our time limited by others' arrival or departure. I would recommend focusing on 2 not 4 parks to spend as much time as possible tracking animals. The accommodation, hotel, lodges were good, the driver was experienced. Spending nights in the parks under a tent and with animals close was an extra special experience. The tour organizer made sure to make us feel special with a birthday surprise and was very responsive over the phone.
Our relax time in Zanzibar was smooth with door-to-door drives, the hotel was very pleasant and surprisingly not busy. Overall we were lucky to spend time on safari and by the beach for a very reasonable price and I would recommend everyone doing it if they can.
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Very good tour. We did really enjoy it. Solomon is very passionate, good at spotting the anomals and a good driver. Thank you for the tour. We really enjoyed it
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing day with Mountain Gorillas in Uganda
I booked a 2 day quick trip to Uganda to see the Mountain Gorillas. My travel agent recommended Safari Vacations. It was a wonderful experience. Their guide, Edwin was fabulous. He was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. He was also a very good driver which was great as the traffic was challenging!
The accommodation was very comfortable with good food and expansive views of the forest.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Near perfect
Lovely safari for my partner, grown up daughter and me. We saw many animals - including the ‘big five’ - and the staff were really helpful and friendly. The tents were just as I expected and they accommodated my vegan requirements.
All fantastic and I will definitely be recommending the package to friends. Excellent budget option.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent
Great service! Driver arrived early to transport our group to Mukumi National Park. They were very accommodating to all members of our group during the 4 hour drive. When we arrived to the park, we met for a sit down breakfast, then on to our safari. We saw so many animals and our guide was so knowledgeable about all the animals in the park. On our way back to Dar es Salaam, we saw a herd of elephants on the side of the road and our driver pulled over to allow us to capture the beautiful elephants. One of the elephants even waved at us with their trunk. Amazing experience and service!
DE
Best tour, best experience = best tour operator
The most beautiful 5 days of our lives! Travel Wise Safaris organized everything very well, the accommodations were all very good, they all had beautiful views of nature. The route was optimally planned and everything was organized very well by Meshack, who was always there to answer any questions. I would especially like to mention the driver Ommy and the German guide Renald, who made the safari something special. Ommy, with his years of experience, has such a good feel for animals that we saw all the animals, you can see and feel that he loves his work. Renald, our German guide, has a lot of knowledge about animals and birds and also has lots of stories to tell. After just 5 days, the four of us became a family. Thank you very much for this unforgettable time.