IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful Safari
We had an amazing 3-day safari experience at Nyerere National Park! The highlight was definitely the boat safari on the Rufiji River, where we got to see countless hippos and crocodiles up close in their natural environment – truly breathtaking.
The full-day game drive was equally incredible. We were lucky enough to spot everything we had hoped for: elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, lions, warthogs, antelopes, and of course, more crocodiles. It was like living a dream, surrounded by the beauty of African wildlife.
On the last day, we enjoyed a fun and unique walking safari in the bush with a Bushman, which gave us a completely different perspective of the park and its ecosystem.
Our accommodation was clean, comfortable, and very functional – we couldn’t have asked for better. The food was delicious, fresh, and authentic. We were always provided with packed lunches during the safaris, and even for the transfer back to the airport, which was a thoughtful touch.
Overall, this was an unforgettable experience! I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exciting safari adventure that combines incredible wildlife encounters with great value for money.
Very little knowledge
Coffee and lunch experience were nice.
A thing to do with Addis and history was not informative, I was reading what was written in the museum. I understand it was Sunday but there are few things to see in Addis which are outdoors. I think very much depends on the tour guide you get.
I hope they will improve the service going forward.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Couldn’t recommend more
I couldn’t recommend this company more. I did a 4 day safari and I had 2 different guides which were both so knowledgeable. Mountain warriors really helped me specially on my last night in Kilimanjaro when my flight had to be readjusted. They let me stay at their office in a room with a bathroom to sleep a few hours and the chef cooked some food. I had the best experience possible in seeing all the animals this that I’ve just mentioned as well. Rosemary thank you so much for everything. I wish I could give you another tip. Asante sana!!
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I loved Tanzania. It is a beautiful country!
The north of Tanzania is absolutely stunning. The scenery was truly spectacular—vast landscapes and breathtaking views at every turn. We were amazed by the incredibly diverse wildlife we encountered.
Our safari tour was exceptional in every way. The guide were knowledgeable and attentive, and the entire experience was thoughtfully organized. We felt safe, informed, and constantly in awe of our surroundings. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in nature.
We also ate very well throughout the trip—the food was delicious, fresh, and plentiful. The weather was perfect for a safari: warm during the day with cooler, comfortable nights.
Overall, this was an incredible journey that exceeded all expectations.
NZ
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Bucket List Trip
This Tanzania safari was our biggest Bucket List item of all time. Our recent around the world trip included this African stopover, which quickly became the highlight. Our 10 day safari was such an exciting and informative experience. Reggie, our guide, has so much knowledge of all things Africa and is so bilingual that he thoroughly answers any questions from cultural matters to wildlife details. He is insightful and intuitive on safari, often anticipating our questions before they are even spoken. His sense of humor is genuine, he is fun to talk to on the long driving days through the Serengeti. We actually accomplished seeing the Big Five, a personal goal on the trip. We’ll never forget this wonderful safari.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Incredible safari experience with Beyond Plains, Felix and Kevin!
We had the most incredible safari experience with Beyond Plains, and I cannot recommend them enough. Kevin, our guide, was absolutely amazing — laser-focused, intuitive, and deeply passionate about what he does. He always took the path less traveled, ensuring we had unique and unforgettable sightings.
Thanks to him, we experienced two leopard sightings in Masai Mara, watched a lioness with her cubs in Ol Pejeta, and even had the rare privilege of witnessing a cheetah take down an impala in Masai Mara — with just us and the ranger vehicle present. These moments were beyond special and truly showcased Kevin’s expertise and instinct.
A big shoutout also goes to Felix, who crafted our itinerary so beautifully. Everything was seamless from start to finish, and together the team made this trip exceptional.
We’re already dreaming of a Uganda/Rwanda adventure next year and will definitely be planning it again with Felix and Kevin. Beyond Plains has built an incredible ecosystem of people who genuinely care about creating unforgettable experiences.
NZ
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome experience
Michele and I really enjoyed a great 7 day safari with Daniel. Comms with Robert setting up our trip was also spot on. Highlights for us were Amboseli and Masai Maara - so much to see. Daniel was superb at getting us up close to animals as well as taking care of the logistics. He was very easy to talk with and we learned so much. We had nothing but positive experiences including accommodation, food and trying a little Swahili with the locals. Totally recommend.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Sahlie was outstanding knowledgeable, respectful, and clearly well connected with the communities.
Recently went on a 4-day tour with Simien tour exploring different indigenous tribes in the Omo Valley , and I can honestly say it was one of the most meaningful travel experiences I’ve ever had.
The itinerary was thoughtfully planned each day brought us to a different community, with time to listen, learn, and engage respectfully. We visited 7 tribes and were welcomed with such generosity. We got to witness traditional ceremonies, learn about their crafts, daily life, and history. It never felt rushed or staged the company clearly values authentic, ethical tourism. Accommodations were simple but clean and comfortable, and the logistics ran smoothly the entire trip. I especially appreciated how the tour emphasized mutual respect and left space for real conversations, not just photo ops.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our guide was fantastic — super knowledgeable, easygoing, and clearly respected by the communities.
Just got back from a 4-day tour with Ethio Wildlife and it honestly blew me away. We visited several different tribes in Omo valley and each day was completely unique and eye-opening. The whole trip felt very genuine and respectful, not staged or touristy at all.
Accommodations were simple but clean and comfortable, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. If you’re looking for something meaningful and way off the beaten path, I’d 100% recommend this experience. I came back with a full heart and a totally new perspective.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
What a great first time experience!
If its your first time or if your an experienced Safari goer, Black Santa is the way to go. He is very friendly and had good communication from the beginning. This was top notch. He laid out the days activities from start to finish. Any questions we had he was happy to answer. He made you feel comfortable, during the whole trip. On the tour he had good knowledge of what we were observing and we never felt rushed. He went above and beyond. When we come back, we will be using Black Santa again!