50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Coops is passionate, knowledgeable and thoughtful.
I cannot speak too highly of the experience my wife andI had on our. Tour of Southern Africa.Coops is well connected and highly respected and the places we stayed the guides we had were outstanding.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent; from start to finish!!!
Simply AMAZING!!! From the very beginning, Anna was so incredibly helpful with the whole planning process and was there to answer any questions at any time. Going into our trip, I felt very confident that everything would be planned and taken care of for us. Our guide, Salani, was the absolute best. We could not have asked for a better guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the land and wildlife and seemed to know almost everyone throughout the entire country of Botswana. We could tell we were in good hands from the very first day. He always seemed to know right where to go to get us in the right places at the right time to get the best views of the wildlife. And I definitely cannot go without complimenting our entire team: MP, KT and our bush chef, Nem. Some of the kindest and most helpful folks you could ever meet. And even after having to pack up camp, drive several hours on rough roads, and reset our camp in another location, they were there with a smile on their faces; ready to help with anything we could ask for. And Nem's cooking.. WOW!!! So yummy and exactly what we needed after long days on game drives. The animal sightings we had were out of this world and beyond what we thought we would see. The itinerary was perfect, from the locations, to the experiences (game drives, boat tours), and ending with a lovely lodge stay in Victoria Falls. It was all exactly what we wanted and expertly and carefully crafted by the wonderful people at Sekanka. I would not change a single thing about our tour and we all even said we would need to request our same team for the next time because they truly made everything so wonderful. In Salan, we trust! We would recommend this company to anyone looking to journey into the Okavango Delta and tell them, with 100% confidence, that they will have an amazing time!!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Intentional
We absolutely loved touring with Laxatrails. From the beginning, Peter worked diligently to create a perfect itinerary for our trip. He was a top notch communicator and made every detail of our trip to our preference and budget. Our guide, Raheim made us feel safe and was intentional about helping us see all that we could during our time. Everyone was so kind, communicative, and intentional about making our dreams come true. I would 100% book with Laxatrails again!
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Una agencia local cercana y professional
Local agency eyes on serengeti is very Pro, with experienced drivers and a lot of knowledge of parks, animals, locations, local people. They gave us everything done and organized in all kinds of detail and adapted to our needs. They also advised us on routes visits and accommodation without deception.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Go there
Mokoro trip is a great experience. You can enjoy the okavango delta with its beautiful nature and animals. Perfect catering by mosu safari
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Truly exceptional, infusing the experience with meaning and connection.
Stellar experience from first contact to send-off at the airport. Book with Sababu. This was not my first safari in Tanzania but it was by far the best! It was exhilarating but also moving.
I traveled with a group of 10 friends and family members to Tanzania in mid to late November for two weeks. We visited the Maasai Lodge, Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater, Ndutu, the Serengeti, and Zanzibar. Denise (a cofounder of Sababu) was an excellent and thorough coordinator from our first email exchange through traveling with us throughout the safari. We were originally a group of 13 when we booked. Three members of the group had to drop out for various reasons before our travel dates and Denise handled the changes quickly and clearly. We booked 3 vehicles so we had plenty of space to move around and get the best pictures. Our guides were Robert (the other cofounder), Samson, and Peter. They are all amazing! Funny, informative, enthusiastic, eagle-eyed, skill-driving, and accommodating.
Travel with a purpose is at the core of Sababu’s practices, not just a nice tagline. Rather than just a token ‘good deed’ during a given safari, they invest in the communities they operate in. They support businesses like the Amini Maasai Lodge as being mutually beneficial for their guests and the locals. They make clear the connections between travelers and their impacts on the unique people, animals, and environment of Tanzania.
Sababu does not stop at cultural tourist traps where locals are treated like animals on display at a zoo. Our interactions with the various tribes and people of Tanzania were always on their terms. We still had our deeply impactful ‘good deed’ moment, when we stopped by the boma of a struggling Maasai family far from the tourist zones. Sababu has been slowly making their way along a route helping a new family in the area each time. We supplied them with solar lights to improve the women’s lives inside their dark homes and several water filtration systems to keep their families healthy. Robert and the other guides always ensure that the women with the youngest babies and kids get one of the water filtration systems as infant mortality from unclean water is high. The guides prepped us in advance explaining the interaction and the impacts of the supplies. They are careful about giving people things that truly improve their lives without altering their way of life and minimizing environmental impacts.
Sababu is equally as committed to preserving the land and animals of Tanzania. From supplying us with reusable water bottles upon arrival to teaching us about the complexities of conservation, Sababu integrated us into their efforts to protect this special place. You can feel good about your decision to travel with Sababu.
Enough cannot be said about the guides' enthusiasm for what they do. From sun up to sun down, they live and breathe for wildlife. On two of the days of our trip, only two vehicles went out with some of our group remaining in camp for some rest. While making the best of a day in camp, the remaining guide clearly would have rather gone out on the adventure. The two guides who were out with us joked around about all the things that the camp-bound guide was missing out on. They goodnaturedly teased him upon their return about all the animal sightings he had missed. They all truly love what they do and it shows.
As for the food, I have unusual food allergies (nightshades) that were a struggle to accommodate at all of the stops. Other members of the group with gluten, lactose, and onion intolerances were catered to more easily. Every camp tried their best and Denise was wonderful about ensuring our dietary restrictions were communicated and adhered to. Box lunches are always a lackluster affair but the packed lunches at camps where we stayed multiple nights were good. The food definitely caters to Western tastes. Dinners were filling and delicious.
Upon arrival, we were met with a sign, a warm welcome, and a clean vehicle. We loved the cultural experiences offered at the Amini Maasai Lodge, taking full advantage of guided nature walks, spear throwing, school and church visits, beading, and sundowners. We packed a suitcase full of books for the schools as English language children and teen books are harder to come by for them. When we dropped off the books, we got to meet some of the students and get a tour of the facilities. It is a unique and fulfilling place to spend a couple of days recovering from travel and connecting to Tanzania.
Tarangire is a great first taste of the wildlife of Tanzania. We were surrounded by large herds of elephants twice. Several brushed against our vehicles during our first encounter. We stayed at the beautiful Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge where we could see giraffes and elephants grazing from our balconies and even had a genet visit.
Climbing up into the mountains we were met with the unbeatable vista of the Ngorongoro Crater. We were lucky enough to see three rhinos and a wide variety of birds and animals. The zebras, buffalo, and flamingos put on quite the show. We stayed on the crater rim at Lion’s Paw Camp which is situated conveniently next to one of the entrances to the crater without sacrificing the magnificent view.
Next, we visited Ndutu, a conservation area Southeast of the Serengeti with short grass plains and patchy woodlands. Because of the unusually early rains this year, the migration herds had already arrived in the area despite it being the off-season. We only saw four other vehicles during our entire stay in the region. We had exclusive and spectacular game viewing including a temporarily solitary lioness and her three young cubs with a wildebeest kill. The cubs couldn’t decide if they wanted to play on/with the corpse, eat it, or nap on it. It was macabre and adorable. Because the area is not a national park, vehicles can drive almost anywhere they want which is a dream for photographers. We stayed at the Lake Masek Tented Camp. This is the only accommodation that was a repeat for me from a previous safari. It has been improved by a sizable pool overlooking the lake since my last visit. Animals wander by regularly including a large number of giraffes and hippos. It is a relaxing camp with enthusiastic staff.
Our final stop on the mainland was Serengeti National Park. Unless you have visited the endless plains dotted with rock outcroppings called kopjes and the occasional tree or oasis, you cannot picture the vastness and the abundance of large mammals. In some areas, literally, as far as the eye can see, there are thousands of animals. We were lucky enough to see three different leopards out of their trees and walking about, one of which walked right through our camp before dinner. We stayed at Lemala Nanyukie Lodge, a gorgeous camp with private plunge pools for each tent. My mother had to exit hers when an elephant approached the pool for a quick drink. The food and drinks were excellent as were the camp facilities. This was the only camp that required armed escort during the day as well as at night to and from our tents. On our last morning, the necessity of this was made clear when a lioness perched on the rocks overlooking the tents. A minute’s drive from camp we found the rest of her family enjoying the remains of a kill from a few hours earlier.
Zanzibar was a tropical (humid) dream. We ended our trip with several days at Baraza Resort, an Omani-esque beachfront resort with opulent private villas, good food, and an excellent spa. The ocean is warm, turquoise, and tidal. There are plenty of activities and several of our group enjoyed scuba diving through a partnered dive shop. For the less nature-inclined members of our group, it was a welcome indulgence in creature comforts.
Denise crafted the perfect shoulder season itinerary for our group. Her insights and recommendations were invaluable. We loved all of the accommodations that she helped us select. She even managed to find us some incredible off-season deals. She is flexible about communication and always clear and supportive.
Again, book with Sababu. It will be one of the best travel experiences of your life.
KR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thank You for an Unforgettable Experience of a Lifetime
Hello. We are a newlywed couple who went on a 5-day game drive this May. Since it takes more than a full day to travel from Korea to the Serengeti, we thought we might leave with some regrets no matter what. However, thanks to Joha, it turned out to be a perfect trip—leaving us only with a deep desire to return.
What made the biggest impression was Solomon's professional guidance, which clearly came from a genuine love for animals. Before experiencing the game drive, our goal was simply to see the Big Five. But once we stood face-to-face with the vast wilderness, we realized—thanks to Solomon—that witnessing and feeling the diverse ecosystems of many animals was far more meaningful than just ticking off a list.
Being immersed in nature was at times so moving that it brought tears to our eyes. Now, our new goal as a couple is to return to the Serengeti again someday. We truly hope to meet Joha once more.
Thank you so much.
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent 👍
This 10-day Safari360 tour is definitely perfect for those who love nature, want to see wildlife, and enjoy a true African safari. My husband and I both went to Africa for the first time, and it was a dream trip. The guide always told us the location of the animal, even the cheetah from a distance. Accommodations, food, and service were all excellent. It was a perfect, personal, and memorable safari.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Zimbabwe and Botswana camping experience, fantastic value!!
My partner and I did the 9 day budget camping tour from Victoria Falls to the Okavango Delta. Such an unreal experience, would absolutely recommend. There is a fantastic balance of activities and time to relax, in our opinion.
Our primary guide Francis was super welcoming, he had so much knowledge that he was happy to share with us. He really made the experience more fun and engaging. We learnt so much about all the animals and environment along with the culture of Zimbabwe and Botswana. Really can't thank Francis enough for his guidance.
The activities were exactly as outlined, plenty of safaris in which we saw all the animals we were hoping to see! Even though we didn't make any changes to the itinerary, we felt like there was plenty of flexibility if we wanted to adjust anything. Biggest highlight of this tour was definitely camping in the Delta, it's something everyone has got to try.
A few of the activities are booked with the local tour operators at each specific location, and we found the handover/communication with some of them to be a bit lacking, (i.e. pickup times not being provided to us until a few hours before), however, everything went according to plan, so it's really just about trusting the process. The team at Zambezi were welcoming and very responsive prior and during our tour.
We highly recommend this experience, especially if you are looking for a budget option. The team at Zambezi are awesome and will provide you with such an awesome tour!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
perfect
I had an unforgettable safari experience with Super Eagles Travel and Tours. Everything was perfectly organized—from the first communication to the drop-off. Our guide Denis was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure we saw the Big Five and more. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, and every part of the trip felt safe and exciting. Great value for money and exceptional service. I highly recommend this company and especially Denis for anyone planning a safari in Kenya!