CL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
AMAZING EXPERIENCE
Travelled with my Mom, we had an amazing experience! Some great shots!
Accommodation was EXCELLENT, the food was beyond amazing!
So many animals, it was an amazing experience!!
Keep in mind the long hours and take snacks!
We had the great opportunity to see animals VERY close to the jeep and also ON the jeep!
IN
Excellent Team
Had a Wonderful Time at Kenya
It was a Great Team of Terminal Tours
Nelson for Safari
Monica and Grace for All Arrangements
And Manu was Icing on Cake for his Expertise Guide Service
NO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They are professional and genuinely committed in everything they do for you.
Professional, responsive, and genuinely committed, Tanzania Explorer delivered a seamless and memorable first safari for our family. They combined expert planning, eco-conscious choices, and carefully selected, crowd-free locations with a personal touch throughout—creating a relaxed, authentic, and truly unforgettable Tanzania experience.
From our first encounter with Tanzania Explorer (part of Old Explorer Group) and the initial Zoom call, we knew they were the company to take us on our first safari adventure in Tanzania. As a family with two teenagers and no prior experience in East Africa, we wanted an operator who could guide us through every step. Their focus on keeping most of the money in Tanzania, their clear passion for conservation (supporting charities and choosing camps with a strong eco footprint), and their more adventurous tours elsewhere in Africa all showed us they were mature and confident in their operations. Throughout the planning, Tim (our planner) replied promptly and clearly to every email, always offering to call if anything needed further clarification.
Tim suggested an itinerary starting in Dar es Salaam, and although we were initially a bit sceptical, it turned out to be spot on. Their villa on the outskirts of the city was a perfect place to rest after a long flight, see a bit of Dar, and gently get a feel for the country. Especially valuable for a first-time visitor to East Africa. The hosts at the villa made us feel like part of the family in a genuine way, helping us relax and feel taken care of, a feeling that followed us throughout the trip.
From Dar, we flew to Arusha on local flights, where our safari guide picked us up and stayed with us for the next four nights. We visited Lake Manyara (a great small taste of what is to come!), then spent a night at Ngorongoro Crater before continuing to the Serengeti. Our camp there, Mawe, was a small, luxurious bush camp in a part of Serengeti that felt perfectly “hidden away” from the busiest areas. We never experienced the crowds of safari vehicles often seen on social media, except briefly on the last day near the airstrip, which only confirmed that Tanzania Explorer had chosen the right camp location for us. During the Safari we saw all the Big Five and much more!
After the safari, we flew to Zanzibar for a few days of beach relaxation. Once again, Tanzania Explorer found us a place that exceeded the photos: a small boutique hotel tucked away on Michamvi beach. It was a safe, tranquil and intimate spot far from mass tourism and large resorts, exactly what we had described we wanted during our planning!
Throughout the entire journey, we stayed in touch with the Tanzania Explorer team via a group WhatsApp chat. Whenever we needed anything, they were there, and it was always their own staff picking us up at airports and driving us. During our stay in Zanzibar, we especially appreciated that they never tried to up-sell or push extra tours on us. Instead, they encouraged us to relax, which is exactly what we did.
I cannot recommend Tanzania Explorer enough. They gave us the holiday of a lifetime and truly lived up to their slogan, “Creating African Storytellers” - because after this trip, that is exactly what they turned us into.
TR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent⁹.
Everything was wonderful (3 days safari in Masai Mara, private tour, stayed in Mara Sopa Lodge). Laura was very helpful, answered all our questions. When we landed late at night, Justin was ready to welcome us. Rufus was perfect tour guide, driver and friend. Thanks a lot.
Quick response and best planning
We had an amazing experience with this safari company. Lucy, our tour operator, was honestly amazing from the beginning. She helped us with all our requirements and was so patient with all the changes we kept making to our plans. She was always quick to reply, very attentive, and made the whole booking process really easy.
Our safari guide, Hasan, was also great. He looked after us from the moment he picked us up until he dropped us off at the airport. He was patient with all our delays, always listened to our requests, and made sure we had the best experience possible. He explained everything clearly, answered all our questions, and did his best to show us everything we wanted to see.
A big thank you to both Lucy and Hasan for making our Kenya safari such a memorable trip. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Attentive and efficient planner
We had an amazing experience with this safari company. Lucy, our tour operator, was honestly amazing from the beginning. She helped us with all our requirements and was so patient with all the changes we kept making to our plans. She was always quick to reply, very attentive, and made the whole booking process really easy.
Our safari guide, Hasan, was also great. He looked after us from the moment he picked us up until he dropped us off at the airport. He was patient with all our delays, always listened to our requests, and made sure we had the best experience possible. He explained everything clearly, answered all our questions, and did his best to show us everything we wanted to see.
A big thank you to both Lucy and Hasan for making our Kenya safari such a memorable trip. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
He was professional, available, thorough,responsive, and went the extra mile.
Every experience I had with Golden Rwanda was top notch. This trip went beyond my expectations. The guides were excellent and went above and beyond to make sure that we experienced everything that we wanted to, including the chimpanzee trek, gorilla trek and the safaris where we saw 20-25 species of animals.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was an amazing experience!
I booked the Golden Monkeys Trekking day trip from Kigali with Kyooma Gorilla Safaris. Their team was very efficient and communicated well the days before the trip. Eden, my driver, showed up on time and drove me to this day activity. I enjoyed our conversations and he made sure I was having a good time. Id recommend this day trip to anyone visiting Kigali. The golden monkeys were amazing! Whenever I visit Uganda, I know I will be contacting this company again!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable 4-Day Safari Experience in Tanzania!
We had an absolutely amazing 4-day safari in Tanzania, visiting Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro National Parks. The experience exceeded all our expectations, from the breathtaking landscapes to the incredible wildlife. We were fortunate enough to see the Big Five, as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and many other animals in their natural habitat.
From the moment we arrived in Tanzania, everything was perfectly organized. The airport transfers on both arrival and departure were smooth and hassle-free, allowing us to start and end our trip with complete peace of mind. Throughout the safari, everything was well planned: the schedule was respected, the accommodations were comfortable and well chosen, and every detail was carefully taken care of.
A special thank you to our guide, Bayana, whose professionalism made this safari truly unforgettable. His knowledge of the wildlife and the parks, his ability to communicate in French, his patience, and his exceptional talent for spotting animals allowed us to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. He always made the extra effort to take us to the best locations whenever there was a chance to see something special. His passion, kindness, and willingness to share his knowledge made every day even more enjoyable.
We leave Tanzania with unforgettable memories and highly recommend this safari to anyone looking for an authentic and well-organized experience. A big thank you to the entire Serengeti Africa Tours team for their professionalism, excellent organization, and attention to every detail, from the airport transfers to the safari itself. Thanks to you, we experienced an unforgettable adventure that we will always cherish.
HU
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The trip of a lifetime
In July, my wife and I went on a 12-day trip to Rwanda and Uganda, which was the best trip of our lives so far—and we’ve been to many places. Getting in touch with Likana Safaris was easy; Michelle and Bonny were flexible in handling our specific requests and continued to assist us with everything even after the booking was made, leading up to the trip. Upon our arrival, we met Henry Ssenteza at the Kigali airport, and we could tell right away that he would be a great guide and friend to us during our time there. And so the adventure began. Rwanda proved to be a great start, as the shorter distances made acclimatization easier, and the golden colobus monkey trek was a good warm-up before the bigger challenges. Uganda, however, proved to be a step up in terms of both the adventures and the activities. The gorilla and chimpanzee treks turned out to be truly once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and the rich and fascinating wildlife safaris revealed the grandeur and power of nature. In addition, our encounters with local communities were extremely interesting, giving us a glimpse into their lives. Likana booked fantastic accommodations for us, where we were able to encounter the animals up close, and Henry responded well to all of our individual requests. Over dinner, we had great conversations about Uganda, nature, and local points of interest. At the end of the trip, we even got to see the rhinos and visit the source of the Nile, so despite the eventful journey, we had no desire to go home—we’d just had the experience of a lifetime. Likana Safari played a huge part in this, and I highly recommend this company for exploring East Africa. We also can’t leave out our guide and friend, Henry Ssenteza, who went above and beyond to make the trip even more successful and handled all our problems immediately. We thank him as well for this trip.
