CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our trip with Shipungo exceeded our expectations in all respects.
We did a 10 day camping safari in Chobe River, Savuti, Moremi National parks and Kwai concession. The four of us had a tremendous trip with Shipungo.
The office was responsive and able to accommodate our starting point in Victoria Falls. The logistics of crossing the border were perfect.
Once on safari, our guide Kem was really great at finding animals then getting us in the best position to view them, especially the cats, hyenas and wild dogs. He also has extensive knowledge of the fabulous Botswanan birds. We were thrilled by the variety and number of animals that we saw.
The campsites were always neat and in beautiful places. Chef Shine made incredible meals over a wood fire. Other camp team members OT and KG were always friendly and helpful.
We also really enjoyed 2 boat trips (on the Chobe and Kwai rivers) organized with Shipungo's partners.
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderfull journey
The trip was amazing. The density of wild animals into the park is impressive. We saw elephants, lions, girafes, zebras, monkey, impala, hypospotams. Our gide William was realy helpfull, and the bastian camp is charming, with all you need: good food, pool, etc.
A magic experience.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari with Petter!
We had an absolutely amazing safari experience with Petter! He’s incredibly professional and knows the park like the back of his hand — no maps or GPS needed. Whatever animals we wanted to see, he could spot them in no time.
The itinerary was well planned — full but never tiring — and the lodges he chose were perfect. We could see Mount Kilimanjaro and elephants right outside our door, and the food was delicious.
Thank you, Petter, for making this trip truly unforgettable!
KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect
We booked our honeymoon trip through Simba Tour (locally operated as Furaha Tour) and had an amazing experience climbing Mount Kilimanjaro followed by a Serengeti Safari. After that, we spent a few relaxing days in Zanzibar on our own — and honestly, everything exceeded our expectations!
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🏔 Kilimanjaro (6 days / Machame Route)
We booked the climb with Simba Tour and chose the Machame Route.
Our team consisted of two climbers (us), two guides, one chef, and nine porters — a total of 12 people. Everyone took such great care of us, and thanks to their support, we completed the trek safely and happily.
Most Korean climbers tend to choose the Marangu Route, where you can stay in huts, but if you don’t mind camping, I highly recommend the Machame Route — the views are absolutely stunning. (We didn’t meet any other Korean climbers during the whole trek!)
It was such a beautiful experience — breathtaking scenery, successful summit, and above all, we finished healthy and full of wonderful memories.
If you and your partner enjoy hiking, this is an incredible honeymoon idea!
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🐘 Safari (4 days / Serengeti North - Kogatende)
We also booked our safari through Simba Tour — and while we already loved our Kilimanjaro experience, the safari was even better!
To catch the Great Migration, we took a Flightlink small aircraft from Arusha to Kogatende Airstrip in northern Serengeti. The weather was perfect, and the flight itself felt like a mini air safari — we could see the Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater, and even volcanic formations from the air. There were only four passengers on board (us and a Canadian couple we met on the mountain), so it was a very comfortable flight. Highly recommend this option if you want to save time and enjoy a unique experience.
When we landed, our guide Laizer was waiting for us — fully dressed in traditional Maasai attire!
At first, we thought he was a local taking pictures with tourists for tips 😅 but then he came up to us saying “Simba?” and we realized he was our guide!
Laizer was absolutely amazing — super friendly and fun, but also very professional and knowledgeable.
He spotted animals incredibly well, shared lots of interesting facts, and clearly had a great network with other guides, which helped us find so many animals quickly.
We saw the Big Five and even the wildebeest migration, all thanks to him.
Other tourists kept asking to take photos with him because of his full Maasai outfit, but he politely declined, saying he only takes pictures for his own guests — which we really appreciated.
Overall, our safari with Simba Tour and guide Laizer was perfect.
If our friends or family ever visit Tanzania, we’ll definitely recommend them to book with Simba and ask for Laizer!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent!
We had an excellent experience doing a Safari in the Serengeti, Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. With Kilipath you’re able to book your preferred accommodations in and around the national parks. So in fact you can build op your own safari. We were lucky to have an experienced driver what can make a big impact seeing the big 5! I really recommend Kilipath as a tour operator!
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
4 days safari
We had a fantastic Experience with Major Treks and Safari! The service was excellent, and everything was perfectly organized as agreed! The guide was experienced and knowledgeable, which made the safari a fantastic Experience! Everything was arranged in advance by e-mail; and the program ran exactly as planned. It’s a very reliable company and we recommend them to everyone! If we want to go on Safari in Tanzania again next year, we Will definitely go with Major Treks and Safari again!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent ！
It’s a really unforgettable trip full of surprises,happiness,uncertainties and so on. The guide of our trip,siha,is so nice and professional,he showed so many different kinds of animals ,including the big great five and lots of birds……Everything seemed perfect of our trip and I’ll come back next time soon!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Legendary the best experience I’ve ever had it was magical!! Rodger was my guide/driver
As a solo traveller,
The whole experience dealing with this company was outstanding from start to finish
I can’t fault anything from your guides to accomodation!!
Ask for Rodger Soloman for safari guide/driver he is a legend very safe driver & knows the areas well!! Very informative very polite, kind and very patient. His also a lot of fun too!!
I had Angel as my liaison she is honestly so good @ accomodating your needs & creating a special itineraries!!
I highly recommend Tanzania specialist!!
US
Walter is the best! Gold standard
Serengeti Smile took such wonderful care of us. Walter as our guide was 10/10. We always felt safe, setting up the trip was straightforward, planning what we wanted to see was flexible. All the lodges they selected for us and with us made for a complete experience we will never forget.
We first went to the Serengeti, and saw more animals that we would have wver hopes for: cheetahs, cheetah cubs, lions and packs of lioness with cubs, leopard with a kill, lioness with a kill, elephants and giraffes 10 feet away, hippos, zebras, jackals, crocodiles and more wildebeest than we could count.
The most important thing this company brings is experience, eapecially with Walter. Knowing where to go, how to navigate the land, who to talk to, and handling any situation that comes up priceless, and a crucial part of a successful time. THANK YOU to Walter and Serengenti Smile
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One day safari
Really great 1 day safari. The process was very easy. We got to see lots of animals in just one day, our guide was great. Very chatty and informative. Would highly recommend. Dallas Africa Safari also bought me a birthday cake for when we arrived back in Zanzibar. Thank you very much.
