NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Stunning experience
We started on Zanzibar after which we flew to Arusha. We received a warm and very friendly welcome from our guide Jonathan. We could not have wished for a better guide during our 11 day trip. Jonathan has taught us so much about the wildlife, landscape and culture of Masai people in particular during our safaris in Manyara park, Ngorongoro, Serengeti (which our family has become truly fond of) and Tarangire. Jonathan is very professional, friendly and very good company. We had a fantastic trip to beautiful Tanzania and we would certainly recommend Jonathan!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Japicon Expeditions: turning every trip into a seamless adventure full of unforgettable memories
I was impressed by how attentive and warm the staff were; they checked in regularly, making sure I was comfortable and enjoying myself. That same level of care extended to the logistics: transport, accommodation, and activities all flowed without a hitch, leaving me free to simply enjoy my trip without worrying about a thing!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
I have worked with several guides. James is the best: honest, safe, expert: he is our guide for life
Harrison and the African Hagyfo Safari team are the best in the business. They take care of couples, families and groups of 200 with equal ease. They are professional, honest, safe, and truly local experts. We have been on both a magical second honeymoon Safari with James and they have hosted our entire high school multiple times, safely taking care of about 200 students, teachers, chaperones, and guides. We look forward to life changing adventures with them for a long time!
AR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Always very attentive, friendly, responsible, and detail-oriented
Inspired Safari is the best agency I could have chosen, and on top of that, the one that offered me the best price. I was assisted by Lina and Martha, and they were always attentive, answering all my questions and inquiries in a detailed and friendly manner, and constantly checking on how I was doing. The safari itself was spectacular, and the guides were excellent as well, especially Elisahili in Tanzania. When I come back, I will definitely contact them again. Thank you very much for everything
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience in Masai Mara with Geoffrey
We took a three day tour to Masi mara with Geoffrey as our guide.
He was great, he took us all over the park to make sure we saw as much as possible. We saw almost all of the big 5 and so much more up close, it was amazing. Geoffrey let us take our time with each animal we encountered and was a very great guide.
KR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very caring and trying to look after you
Kilipath is an operator and uses 3rd party for the actual touring.
Happy herself was very lovely and caring. She gave detailed information about the 4 day safari.
The safari was also good. Got to see all big 5 animals and others.
However, I was not too happy about the way the driver(guide) and chef acted towards me. I was a solo East Asian traveler and had been put into other group with French Couple and Danish Family.
The driver was an hour late on the 1st day. No message. Apparently, the 1st car was broken and he had to get a new one. When the new car arrived, he only took the French couple in my group with him. Not bothering to call me to come with him. Same behaviors were repeated over the course of 4 days. I had to find out about next plans or my accommodation arrangement from other tourists in my group. Cos the driver quite often left me out in explaining.
The way he talked to me was very dictating and undermining. He was far more courteous to other people in the group. Seems he decided it was OK to look down on me (only solo traveller in the group).
To give an example, to me he would say 'open and close the door.'
To others, 'can you open and close the door again please.')
When it came to tipping, again, he dictated me. It was not 'can you give tips to the chef when ~' but 'you give tips to the chef when~' Due to the words he used to dictate me on tipping, I got confused over whether the tip was pooled/shared by the crew or given individually. I ended up giving the tips for both of them to the chef. Then the driver demanded me more tips, which I was not prepared to give. The driver 'lied' that the chef was far away and he could not drive hours to go and talked to him. But the tourists in my group (who were continuing one more day) confirmed the chef was with them again that night. Meaning, the driver could talk to the chef and sort out the tip issue on that night, instead of demanding me to pay double tips when I wasn't impressed with their attitudes towards me.
The chef called me Chinese when he saw me and I told him I wasn't. Informed him of my nationality. The very next day, he called me China. Calling random East Asian 'Chinese' is pretty much the same as calling a random African 'Kenyan' or other better known African countries. In addition, while the chef smiled and greeted other guests, he would ignore my greetings on a few occasions.
Tanzania receives international guests from worldwide and people in tourism business should be more aware and be culturally sensitive.
To give them credit, the driver was a good tracker. The chef cooked nice food. They were, at least, more polite to White travellers.
And despite not being impressed with the driver or the chef, I am impressed with Tanzania and would love to visit again.
I would be happy to have Happy from Kilipath as my tour operator again, provided that she gets me a different driver and cook.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent experience
We did an unforgettable 2-day safari in Tanzania!
Our visit to Tarangire and Ngorongoro was simply amazing. Tarangire impressed us with its vast landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and large elephant herds, while the Ngorongoro Crater was breathtaking full of wildlife and stunning scenery all in one place. Everything was well organized, the guide was knowledgeable, and every moment felt special. A short safari, but truly rich in experiences and memories we will cherish forever. 🐘🦁
Highly recommend!!!!
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent
The service was great, the jeep provided was very comfortable. The hotels was beautiful and clean.
The driver Mutunga was very kind and professional.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect in all
Kilinge organized our safari perfectly.
Always available for us
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent experience!
From start to finish we had a fantastic experience with Savannah Sound Safaris. Danson was very patient in answering all our questions and helping us feel prepared for the safari. Our driver, Duncan, was also fantastic! He was knowledgable and worked very hard to find the lions that our son wanted so desperately to see. We had an incredible time!