50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best two weeks of our lives thanks to Paul and his team!
We booked a 14-day Kenya/Tanzania trip with RoadsideTanzania (Amboseli, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, ending with a few days in Zanzibar), and it's genuinely one of the best trips we've ever taken and a lot of that comes down to Paul and Walter.
Paul owns the company and designed the whole thing around what we actually wanted rather than a standard package. He was quick to respond throughout the planning process, and when we asked to adjust a few things along the way, he just made it happen …no friction, no upsell, just "sure, here's how." He also arranged a hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti that ended up being one of the best mornings of the trip.
Walter was our guide in the vehicle, and by day two it stopped feeling like a tour and started feeling like traveling with a friend who happened to know everything about the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Africa. He didn't wait for us to ask questions and half the time we didn't even know what to ask. He’d just start pointing things out and explaining what we were looking at. He found us the most amazing animals and not only knew the names of all of them (how, we will never know), he’d find them in a guide book so we could learn more. He knew exactly where to take us, and it showed: lions strolling right up to the car, leopards lounging in the tree, herds of wildlife...it was so amazing!!! He was patient, kind, sharp, funny, and made sure we never missed a thing. He took such great care of us crossing the boarder, ensuring we were settled with accommodations...he was incredible!
We closed out the trip flying to Zanzibar, where Paul had arranged a great Stone Town tour before we headed to the other side of the island to scuba dive the reef…positively outstanding, and the perfect way to end two weeks that had already given us so much.
Between Paul's planning and Walter's guiding, we never once felt like we were managing our own trip, rather someone had already thought everything. If you're considering Tanzania Roadside Expeditions, book it, you'll have no regrets.... and ASK FOR WALTER!! This was the trip of a lifetime traveling from Los Angeles to Africa and we couldn’t have been happier with how everything unfolded.
PL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Birding in Uganda
The July birdwatching trip to Uganda exceeded my expectations, both in the number of birds and the diversity of species we observed. Kibuga Davis delivered the planned itinerary and also added several extra birding hotspots along the way, giving us the chance to see species that were not originally expected.
When our plans had to change because the target birds were not found in Semuliki National Park, Kibuga quickly adapted the itinerary. Thanks to his flexibility, we were able to visit both Queen Elizabeth National Park and Lake Mburo National Park, making excellent use of the extra time.
Forest birding is never easy, but Kibuga's outstanding knowledge, experience, and local network made the trip highly successful. The birds we saw were a direct result of his expertise and dedication.
I highly recommend Kibuga Davis as a birding guide and tour organizer. He is professional, resourceful, and truly committed to helping his clients achieve their birding goals. I would happily join another trip with him.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well worth
This trip was well worth the price and offered plenty of flexibility to customize the itinerary based on where we wanted to go and how we preferred to explore each destination. The tour company handled all the tickets, permits, hotels, and logistics, allowing us to relax and enjoy the entire experience without worrying about the details.
A special thank-you to our guide, Edward. His outgoing personality, positive energy, and enthusiasm created a fun and welcoming atmosphere throughout the trip. We truly appreciated having him as our guide and would highly recommend this tour to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
He was very friendly and always went above and beyond to show us as much as possible.
We had an amazing safari experience! Everything was well organized from start to finish. Our driver and guide, Sebastian, was outstanding – very friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the wildlife. He always made sure we had the best possible views and took the time to explain everything. Thanks to him, we were able to see so many incredible animals and truly enjoy the experience.
The safari itself exceeded our expectations and was one of the highlights of our trip. We highly recommend this tour, especially with Sebastian as your guide. Thank you for an unforgettable day!
KR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best tour operator that is very delicate with details
Safari with kiliclimb has been excellent and there is nothing I can ask for more. This is the best travel I have had in my life and I highly recommend Kiliclimb to others who are planning to visit Serengeti someday.
KR
They are so kind and give some quick response
Our guide Logan is the best guide I have ever met. He has great tact and he is very considerate. Thanks to his guidance, we got to see the Big Five. I’m leaving with such a heavy heart.
TR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He is the man for this
Willis made our trip easy and fun. He gave useful informations about park and animals. He tried to show everything he can. Great guide big thanks to him
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional and takes great care of visitors on safari
We had an amazing guide, Erick for 5 days who took great care of us and was amazing at finding and spotting animals. All the lodges we stayed at were beautiful and the service top notch. We felt very well looked after and our guide being so knowledgeable, friendly, and fun just added to an already great experience. Highly recommend touring with Tall Masai safari Kenya
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Love this service and this team!
I have been on many trips with Deep End Safari in Uganda from 2022-2026. This team is so incredibly safe, responsible, kind, and easy to work with. I will always work with them! They have supported me with business related travel and leisure/safaris/experiences and it is always a wonderful time. Thank you, Sam and Yusuf!!
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded our expectations, and we couldn’t be more happy!
Our journey with Beacon Safaris was truly amazing from start to finish, and their attentiveness and professionalism made a real difference at every stage from the initial planning of our trip to the safari itself.
As this was our first time on safari, we needed a knowledgeable travel partner we could rely on, and we found exactly that with Beacon Safaris. From the very first conversation, the process was transparent, well-organised, and refreshingly quick. Our questions were always answered promptly, and we never felt left in the dark about any part of the planning. Robert, in particular, was a huge help — patient, clear, and generous with his advice. His guidance gave us real confidence in our choices, and by the time we left for Kenya, we felt fully prepared and excited.
Our guide, Daniel, made the trip unforgettable from the very first day. He was warm and friendly, and his knowledge of the parks and wildlife was great — it was clear he has a deep respect and passion for his work. We visited both the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru, and Daniel guided us thoroughly through each day, always keeping us informed about the plan ahead. Thanks to his experience, we saw everything we had hoped for and more, and he added so much extra along the way with his stories and anecdotes from years on the job. His skill at spotting animals and reading the parks made every game drive feel really exciting.
All in all, this was a fantastic experience from beginning to end. We can wholeheartedly recommend Beacon Safaris, and we wouldn't hesitate to book with them again the next time our travels take us back to Kenya.
