The Trip of a Lifetime - On Safari with It Started in Africa
From the initial planning, through to the final adventure, our tour operators of “It Started in Africa” were extremely helpful and made sure that our ten day Safari was absolutely wonderful! I had to make some major last minute changes to our itinerary, but with the expert suggestions and prompt help we received from our Happiness Manager, Joao Oliveira, everything was quickly taken care of, to perfection!
We (4 adult family members) had booked a private tour and Sylvia, our tour coordinator, called us every day, to ensure all our needs and desires were taken care of. So the four of us were very comfortable in our vehicle, during the game drives and transportation from place to place and having a vehicle with a pop-up roof was perfect for watching the animals all around us, from every angle and made the warm temperatures much more pleasant!
Our tour started with just an overnight stay in Arusha, and early the next morning, the adventure truly started. We drove to Lake Burundi in Tarangire National Park, just a 2 hour drive from Arusha and were in a different world! It was just amazing to see all the animals that we have only seen in zoos or pictures, right besides our vehicle!
The Burunge Camp was our first tented camp and it was beautiful and had all the luxury and comfort we could wish for! We continued on to Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp, then on to Ang'ata Serengeti Camp in Central Seringeti, Ang'ata Migration Camp in Southern Seringeti and to Ngorongoro Crater. The last night we spent at Lake Eyasi and there, as part of our cultural program, we were able to have a snapshot of the life of the Hadze tribe and the Dacota people. We finished with the best cultural activity last, with a stop in a Maasai village before we had to return to Kilimanjaro International airport. The Maasai are among the best known local tribes due to living in and near the many game parks of the African great lakes and their distinctive customs and dress. They are the only tribe that can continue to live in the National Parks and Preserves because of their love and stewardship of their environment.
We stayed in a few lodges, but it was in the two Ang’ata camps that we could truly experience life in the bush and it came with the bonus of unexpected luxury and comfort, delicious food and the very attentive personnel that provided excellent care!
Nassari, our guide on Safari, was truly exceptional! He anticipated every request that we could make and made absolutely sure that all our wishes came true! If I had not seen the roads in the bush for myself, which were often quite rough, I would not have known that there were any bumps or deep potholes!
The game drives were fantastic - every day Nassari would ask us which animals, we really wanted to see that day and whether it was lions or cheetahs, leopards, hippos or rhinos he delivered them all! And once he found out that we were very enthusiastic birdwatchers he also made sure that we had plenty of time to see Africa’s wonderful birds in their spectacular colors, and helped us to identify many birds that were new to us.
On the game drives Nassari not only knew where the big 5 were “hanging out” but he also always drove to the best possible spot to see all the animals as close as possible - quite often right below our vehicle! He also made sure that at everyone of our lunch spots in the bush we were right next to the animals of choice.
I have traveled to some fabulous places, all over the world, but I cannot imagine that I will ever be in a better location to eat!
Tanzania is such a beautiful country and the office staff, Joao and Sylvia and our guide Nassari made sure that my trip was absolutely magical and a dream come true! I only wished that I could have spent a month on Safari, instead of the 10 days that we actually had!
I highly recommend a Safari with “It Started in Africa” especially with Nassari as your guide, to make it all possible!
I Visited in February 2016
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
What a wonderful experience! I can't wait to return!
The staff was friendly, courteous and extremely helpful. The safari itself was marvelous from the amazing animals to the majestic scenery! The views of the incomparable snow-topped Kilimanjaro are breathtaking and the entire experience is an adventure that no one would ever want to miss! I look forward to repeating my awesome experience over and over again and invite anyone else to do the same!
JP
Rose at Luxury Safari did a great job.
Had a wonder trip, this was our 3rd time using Rose and she has never failed to deliver exactly what we want in an African Safari
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime with Good Earth
Good Earth arranged a month-long Africa trip for my wife and I to Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia and South Africa. We could not have been happier with every phase of the trip, from travel, to meals and accommodations and most importantly our guided tours. Many, many thanks to our guides John in Kenya, Aron in Tanzania and Andrew in South Africa. Each of them were incredibly knowledgeable and helpful every step of the way. And a big thanks to Baraka who helped us plan the trip and provided all the support we needed. This was our best trip ever.
MX
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
it was an wonderfull experience.
I think that all the tour was marvelous, the comunication on somewhere places was dificult but,another good the explain to animals life, the proximity with them was an unique experience. The hotels services,the travelers on safari cars, the food and the living together with the natives people. When i can see since my room the hippos on its natural hábitat its an undescriptible sensation, i really love this,thanks sweet África Safaris.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Novel and stimulating bushveldt experience.
All communications were clear and easy to comprehend. The service at Tremisana was impeccable and the food was five star. Accommodation upgrades had not quite been completed, but was very comfortable.
The whole experience was beyond our highest expectations, as we usually favour self-catering time share and self-drive options for our nature reserve visits. Our guide, Bongani, was extremely knowledgeable and informative. We would highly recommend these wilderness safaris to anyone, but especially to any overseas visitors who wish to become familiar with our fauna, flora and bush topography. They will be treated to an exhilarating experience, in the lap of luxury.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
a trip to South Afrika that we will never forget!
Tailor made Safairs is reliable, They give a very good advise about driving not too much, they give a good value for money , they know a lot about South Africa and have perfect accommodations. There service is very good. We appreciated the GPS and cell phone a lot! and ofcourse the book with all the information about our trip. And during the trip they stayed in thouch with us! Our dream to have a wonderful trip with our family came true.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
I had a fabulous trip on safari with my mother as part of a group of 5. Jonathan and the team were very knowledgable and enabled us to see 4 out of the big 5 among many other animals as well. Our experience of the guiding, catering and accomodation were excellent. I really hope I can return one day. Trip of a lifetime and highly recommended.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Outstanding in all areas.
I was lucky enough to be part of a photographic safari this past week (March 2016) with Moriti Safaris. Words cannot describe how wonderful it was. Shaun is a walking encyclopedia when it comes to wildlife and the bush. The Honourary Rangers were fantastic, the accommodation exceptional, not to mention the food. I cannot fault Moriti on anything and the sightings were out of this world. It is paradise. This safari exceeded my expectations in every way. I will most certainly be going back.
SI
Good driver, interesting itinerary, memorabld experience
Very dependable, on time, the driver took great care and made our stay a good experience