50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
4 Day Serengeti Safari with Porcupine Expeditions
I used Porcupine Expeditions to organise a four day safari in the Serengeti for my parents. It was the first time they had been to Tanzania, let alone Africa. Although they were a little nervous to do a tour on their own instead of with a group like they usually travel, they came back saying it was one of the best trips they'd ever done. From the beginning, Jullie from the team was really helpful and worked with me to tailor an itinerary that included the key spots in the Serengeti and being able to see the Mara river crossing as part of the Great Migration. This one of the main reasons I went with Porcupine Expeditions because most tour companies require you to be on a longer tour to see the river crossing, or are a lot more expensive. When my parents arrived, she took such good care of them and was always available to answer any queries. On the safari itself, the driver/guide was very knowledgeable about the park and the wildlife and they saw so many animals. The accommodation was also fantastic and such a unique experience to be able to stay in glamping-like style tents that offered beautiful views of the animals and were comfortable, clean and safe. Thank you so much to Jullie and the team for going above and beyond for organising such a wonderful trip. What really stood out was the level of care, warmth, communication and organisation throughout, and I could not recommend them enough!
NZ
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
My wife and I did the 11 day safari and Zanzibar tour with African big cat Safaris. We had an amazing trip visiting Tarangire, Ngorogoro, Serengeti and Lake Manyara as well as relaxing for five nights in Zanzibar. Our safari guide Dominick was extremely helpful and knowledgeable, he was also a careful and safe driver which is very important ,we saw several other jeeps that had been involved in serious accidents during our safari. A perfect way to ruin your trip of a lifetime.
On safari we were able to see lots of the wildlife including many encounters with the elephants, lions, buffalo , rhino ,cheetah and catch a glimpse of a leopard disappearing into the undergrowth also numerous other species of antelope ,bird and mammal.
Zanzibar was the perfect counter to the early starts of safari and a good relaxing way to end the holiday
All the accomodation arranged was of a good standard and the food was superb wherever we went. The picnic lunches during the day on safari were well catered with plenty of variety and quantity.
Our dealings with Big Cat Safaris were all smooth and any hiccups were sorted quickly.
Overall this was an incredible trip we had planned to do for years and we are glad we finally made the call to do it.
Many thanks to Dominick and the team at Big Cats for making it happen, highly recommended
MY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Passionate.
Wonderful Experience with a Passionate Guide!
I came with family and friends, and we had an amazing time. Our tour operator, Peter Nding’ai was very friendly and welcoming. Most importantly, he speaks perfect English, which made it easy for us to understand the names and behaviors of all the animals we encountered. It’s clear that Peter is truly passionate about his job — his enthusiasm made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!
CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
raw a d unforgettable safari experience friendly and professional
Our guide was absolutely amazing — full of wisdom, knowledge, and incredibly attentive to every little detail. He spoke *perfect French*, which made the entire experience even more enjoyable and easy to follow from start to finish.
The car was a bit old at first glance, but once we hit the road, we understood why — the adventure tracks are real! Even a one-year-old car would show signs of the journey here.
Ngorongoro Crater was absolutely *breathtaking*. Standing up through the special high roof and taking in the views as we drove was a highlight on its own — such a small detail, but it made a huge difference and added to the thrill of the entire journey.
The food throughout the tour was *incredible*. We chose one of the more affordable packages, so we stayed in simple lodges, but they were way above our expectations — *all* of them had swimming pools, which was such a treat after long days on the road. For the price we paid, the quality of accommodation really surprised us in the best way.
We spent two nights in the Serengeti — one at Nyani Campsite, which is open to self-drive tours as well. It was *the* experience. Sleeping in a tent out in the bush, with guards keeping watch and the sounds of nature around us, was both a little scary and completely unforgettable. That night under the stars, waking up to the sunrise in the wild, is something we’ll always remember.
The next lodge in the Serengeti wasn’t luxurious, but it was big, clean, and had a pool again. Perfect after a day of game drives. The company also had a photographer with us, capturing moments along the way — a lovely extra touch.
Every meal was delicious, and honestly, we don’t know what else to say except *thank you*. This wasn’t just a holiday — it was a real adventure. Peaceful, wild, and something we’ll carry with us forever
MY
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive and helpful
Peter was incredibly experienced and kind. He turned our dreams into reality, filling us with excitement and a sense of achievement as we witnessed everything we had hoped to see in Kenya.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Delightful in Every Way
I had a wonderful time on safari! Eric was waiting for me at the airport when I arrived with a warm smile and professionalism and I knew right away that I was safe as a solo traveler and in good hands with this company. James was my safari guide and he was an impeccable driver and kept the group I joined safe on the roads and around the animals, while helping everyone see and do everything we wanted. We saw all of the 'big five' and so much more. The hotels and lodges they picked were also wonderful with good food and friendly staff. I went for safari and left with friends. I definitely recommend this group and will book with them again if I ever have the opportunity to return.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operators we had were Zab and Obi and both of them were great!
Our safari trip was a very enjoyable experience thanks to the wonderful tour guides Ob and Zab. They were very friendly and knowledgeable and did their best to ensure that we saw most of the animals. I definitely would definitely recommend Benson Safaris Tanzania!
SA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Caters to your requirements and all details are taken care of.
I had an excellent experience. Everything was well organised, very responsive , and choice of jeep and accommodation was better than expected. Our guide Dan went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful time. It's important that you have a good jeep as you'll be spending most of your waking time in it.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A professional outfit run by energetic local Tanzanian talent
My Wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our 5 day safari to Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Our driver guide was very knowledgeable and caring. Our cook produced top quality meals. The vehicle was very comfortable despite the bumpy roads. I highly recommend Golden Memories Sarafis to you
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
YasinAbdi was kind, considerate and helpful. He was respectful of people as well as the wildlife.
The company experience was well organized and timely. Yasin , specifically was an excellent driver , trustworthy and always took care of us .
We did notice not all drivers were respecting the wildlife and drove too close to the animals. Yasin did not ever do this and we appreciated his concern for the wildlife, even going so far as to call the ranger to ensure safety for the animals.
I recommend Yasin as a driver and hope all drivers at Axis Safari continue to do good work.
