JP
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Lion King Adventures ＆ MURSHID !‼︎‼︎!
This was our first trip to Tanzania, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Thanks to Lion King Adventures, everything—from planning to the safari itself—was perfectly organized.
We traveled for 4 nights and 5 days, starting with a night in Arusha, followed by 3.5 days of game drives in Ngorongoro, Serengeti (Seronera), Ndutu, and Lake Manyara. Despite our limited time, the itinerary was well designed and allowed us to see an incredible variety of wildlife and landscapes.
During the planning stage, Riziki and Naurey were extremely helpful. Their replies were fast, detailed, and very thoughtful. They carefully adjusted the plan to match our wishes and suggested great ideas so we could make the most of our limited schedule. From the beginning, we felt very reassured and well supported.
Our safari guide, MURSHID, was absolutely outstanding. He was friendly, humorous, and very considerate. Even though our English is not perfect, he explained everything clearly and always made sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves.
Thanks to his excellent knowledge, sharp eyesight, and constant communication with other guides, we were able to see all of the Big Five, Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras, and many touching parent-and-child moments—an unforgettable highlight.
One moment that left a particularly strong impression on us was spotting a leopard. MURSHID knew exactly where leopards tend to hide and patiently searched the area, carefully scanning the surroundings. Leopards are masters of camouflage, but thanks to his experience and persistence, we finally found one. It was an unforgettable and emotional moment for us.
We traveled during the rainy season, but MURSHID’s driving skills, time management, and flexibility were impressive. What surprised us especially was that even though the vehicle became completely covered in mud during the day, it was always perfectly clean and spotless the next morning. This level of professionalism and care truly impressed us.
We honestly cannot thank MURSHID enough—he is the best guide we could have ever asked for.
If you are considering a safari in Tanzania, we highly recommend Lion King Adventures and especially MURSHID without hesitation.
This safari exceeded all our expectations, and we will treasure these memories forever.
FI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had an amazing and unforgettable safari experience with Bison Safaris.
We had an amazing time on our 8 day wildlife adventure with Bison Safaris. We visited three national reserves - Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara - and took a scenic trip to Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island to walk with giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and more.
The highlights of the trip were the game drives around the national reserves where we experienced Kenyan wildlife at its finest, including the Big 5. Our guide Antony, who took care of us during our whole trip, was extremely helpful, kind, and really knew his way around to show us the best the reserves had to offer. Thanks to Antony we were able to see amazing sightings on every game drive and had some really unforgettable moments especially in Maasai Mara.
We had a truly wonderful trip, and were also very happy with all accommodations and meals (especially the bush lunch experience!) and communication with Maggie and Lawrence. We would definitely recommend Bison Safaris for an unforgettable safari experience.
DE
A very reliable tour operator, especially my guide (Yasin Abdi). He is amazing!!!
I had no expectation for my safari as I haven’t had one. But Yasin Abdi made my first Safari Trip an unforgettable experience. He always chose the best for us. He didn’t decide everything by himself but he asked us first, if we (the team) is fine with his idea. What I love about Yasin is, that he won’t try to get to close to the animals that didn’t want to come near us. He kept his distance as he is being respectful for the wildlife. Which I found an amazing gesture as a guide. And Yasin has a knowledge for the stuffs we gonna see during Safari. The Hotels that we chose was amazing. Overall I’m very satisfied with Axis Afrika and also our Guide, Yasin Abdi 🥰 keep up the good work!
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Martin is the best guide!
Very good organization, everything on time, Martin is the best guide
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Confident with deep knowledge and desire for a fun experience
Chrispus is an absolute gem! His deep knowledge of the animal kingdom shines through in every moment of the safari. His passion for his work is contagious—he brings incredible energy, a constant smile, and a genuine excitement that makes the experience unforgettable. He goes above and beyond to create lasting memories, weather it’s challenging kids to push-ups or sparking a fun dance-off. Most importantly, Chrispus prioritizes safety without ever compromising the adventure. When animals get close, he remains calm, confident, and in control, ensuring everyone feels secure. Thanks to Chrispus, our safari was not a trip—it was an extraordinary experience we’ll cherish forever!
FI
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome Family Vacation
Our family had an unforgettable safari with Zara Tanzania Adventures, made truly special by our driver and guide, Joseph. From the start he was warm, patient, and deeply committed to making sure we experienced the very best of Tanzania. In Manyara, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, we saw an incredible range of wildlife including elephants, lions, wildebeest, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and crocodiles, along with beautiful water scenes and rich birdlife such as flamingos, eagles, and storks. Joseph’s knowledge of animal behavior and his skill at positioning the vehicle for viewing and photography were exceptional, and we never felt rushed. A visit with the Hadzabe bushmen was a powerful and fascinating cultural experience that added real depth to the trip. Accommodations were excellent throughout, from Springlands Hotel in Moshi to Highview Hotel near Ngorongoro, Serengeti Safari Lodge in central Serengeti, and Ikoma Wild Camp in the north. The food was consistently good and service was outstanding everywhere. Communication with Zara was clear and professional, and everything ran smoothly. We highly recommend Zara Tanzania Adventures and strongly suggest requesting Joseph as your guide.
GR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a perfect experience, definitely worth doing once in your life.
Amazing organization, excellent vehicles...
The staff was always pleasant, and especially thank you to Melitas who was always by our side and made our experience even more unique with his presence
SE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
An excellent operator of the best Uganda has to offer
We were on a trip with the whole family where we got the best of Uganda through both regular safari, but especially gorilla and chimpanzee trekking. What made the trip unique and perfect in every way was the arrangement and that we had Hamza as a guide.
Reliable, good communication and in every way lovely to deal with.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Pamoja Tours Wonderful 14 day Uganda Safari
We did a 14-day Uganda Safari with Gorillas, Chimps and Wildlife Luxury Safari. Our itinerary was customized a bit from the original plan, and Pamoja Tours was very flexible in adapting it to exactly what we wanted.
Regina at Pamoja was wonderful to work with during the planning process. She offered thoughtful advice and clear options as we worked through what we wanted to see and do, and the type of accommodations that best suited us. We invited another couple to join us, so there were four of us traveling together, which worked out beautifully.
We were picked up at the airport by Amos, who was easily one of the best guides we’ve had across more than five African safari trips in seven different countries. Amos was with us for the entire journey and was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and well trained. Beyond that, he was attentive, calm, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a great experience every single day.
From a safety and logistics standpoint, everything was handled smoothly — vehicles were well maintained, driving was careful, park procedures were clearly explained, and we always felt safe, well informed, and well looked after.
The itinerary covered a wonderful range of Uganda’s national parks and landscapes, each with its own character. We spent time in Murchison Falls National Park, where game drives and a boat cruise along the Nile gave us close-up views of elephants, giraffes, hippos, and crocodiles, capped off by the dramatic sight of the Nile forcing its way through the narrow gorge at the falls.
In Kibale Forest National Park, we experienced chimp trekking and chimp habituation, which was intense, fascinating, and incredibly rewarding. Watching the chimps up close in their natural environment was unforgettable.
We also visited Queen Elizabeth National Park, where classic savanna game drives were paired with a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel. The density of wildlife along the water — hippos, buffalo, elephants, and countless birds — was remarkable.
The journey concluded in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the highlight for us and the primary reason for the trip: mountain gorilla trekking.
Our accommodations overall were wonderful. One one-night stay did not quite meet our expectations, but it had an incredible view that helped offset the shortcoming. Aside from that, the lodges were clean and comfortable, the food was consistently good, and the staff everywhere made us feel welcome and genuinely interested in our having a great stay.
We experienced everything you hope for on a safari vacation — morning game drives, afternoon and evening drives, and even boat-based game viewing. Each park felt distinct, which kept the trip engaging from start to finish.
The true highlights for us were seeing the chimpanzees and the gorillas. We did the chimp habituation first, and it was physically challenging (we are in our late 70s), to the point where we were unsure how we would manage the more demanding gorilla habituation trek.
This is where Amos truly went above and beyond. He arranged what they affectionately call an “Ugandan helicopter” for my wife — a sturdy chair carried by porters using poles. It took a total of 16 porters to make the trek possible. The cost was very reasonable ($300 plus tip), and since seeing the gorillas was a primary reason for the trip, it was an absolutely perfect solution.
One of our friends also had knee trouble on the steep terrain, and another “helicopter” was quickly arranged to assist him as well. Everyone involved was kind, patient, and genuinely happy to help us achieve what was truly a trip of a lifetime.
We would highly recommend Pamoja Tours and Travel for this type of safari and would not hesitate to use them again for other destinations. This was a memorable, well-run, and deeply rewarding experience from start to finish.
DE
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organised and very kind team
We really enjoyed our 4-day safari.
Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. We saw a wide variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras, and learned so much about the animals and the parks.
It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and exceeded our expectations. We would highly recommend a safari with Telly Africa Safaris to anyone visiting Tanzania.
Also Happy Mukas our organiser was really nice and helpful all the time.
Asante sana!
