50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trust the Guide, Get the Crossings
Trust the Guide, Get the Crossings: An Unforgettable Northern Circuit Adventure with Clement and Lion King Adventures
If you want to go on safari, take a Land Rover; if you want to come back from safari, take a Land Cruiser and if you want the absolute best experience in Northern Tanzania, make sure Clement is behind the wheel.
My wife and I just completed an extraordinary 8-day private safari covering Tarangire, Central and Northern Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. From our first morning pickup to our final drop-off, Lion King Adventures delivered a seamless, world-class wilderness experience.
The true heart of our trip was our guide, Clement. At 27, his tracking instincts, bush knowledge, and eagle-eyed spotting ability operate well beyond his years. In Tarangire, he proved himself as the "elephant whisperer," anticipating herd movements not once, but twice, positioning our vehicle perfectly minutes before the matriarch led the family right across our path. Along the way, he kept us laughing with classic dad humor (we now know zebras are just donkeys with stripes) and shared his genuine passion for the wildlife.
Patience is everything on safari, and Clement taught us that trusting your guide pays off tenfold. While other vehicles grew restless at the Mara River, Clement read the herds with incredible precision. Thanks to his intuition and patience, we witnessed three thrilling river crossings, including a heart-pounding spectacle with crocodiles waiting below while avoiding the chaotic vehicle crowds by sticking to quieter zones.
Across the week, we enjoyed the full "African massage" on the dirt tracks, collected our fair share of "bush makeup" (dust), and marveled at everything from a tree-climbing leopard and fresh lion kills to rhinos in the Crater and baby hippos playing along the shore.
A few practical lodge takeaways for fellow travelers:
* Kahawa House (Arusha) & Nyota Luxury Camp (Central Serengeti): Standouts. Kahawa served the best meals of the entire trip, and Nyota offered unbeatable tented luxury where giraffes and buffalo grazed right past our private deck.
* Nyikani Migration Camp (Kogatende): Fantastic proximity to the Mara River.
* Marera Mountain View Lodge (Karatu): A gorgeous hillside setting, though the food, steep room walk, and Wi-Fi were fairly basic.
Clement handled every bump in the road with calm professionalism, genuine warmth, and a true Hakuna Matata spirit. He even surprised us with a bottle of wine at our final lunch to celebrate the journey. We could not have asked for a better guide, host, or companion in the bush.
If you are planning a Tanzanian safari, book with Lion King Adventures and request Clement, you will be in the best possible hands.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding service and pure dedication
We had an unforgettable safari in Kenya organized by Zack. From the initial planning to the very end of our trip, Zack's communication was fast, reliable, and incredibly helpful.
What truly sets Zack apart is how he handles unexpected situations. Even when minor delays occurred or plans had to be adjusted on the ground, he immediately stepped in, found solutions, and made sure we were well looked after at all times.
He even went above and beyond when we accidentally forgot our camera in one of the vehicles, quickly organizing to have it safely delivered back to our hotel reception in Nairobi.
Our guides were fantastic, we saw incredible wildlife, and we felt completely safe and valued throughout the journey.
If you are looking for an honest, hardworking, and trustworthy safari organizer in Kenya who truly goes the extra mile for his guests, go with Zack!
Thank you so much for this wonderful experience.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Once in a life time safari experience
We had an absolutely amazing 6-day safari with Sereland, and every part of the experience exceeded our expectations. From the smooth booking process and warm welcome in Tanzania to the wonderful lodges, delicious meals, comfortable transport, and excellent game drives, everything was thoughtfully arranged.
Leonard organized our trip and did a fantastic job tailoring it to our needs. The itinerary felt perfectly balanced, and you can tell that real care and effort went into planning every detail.
Our guide, John, made this a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and we cannot recommend him highly enough. He was polite, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable—not only about where to find the animals, but also about the conservation areas and local ecosystems. Thanks to him we managed to see everything we were dreaming about - elephants, rhinos, leopards, lions, cheetahs even with the babies and an unforgettable great migration. Spending six days with him was a true pleasure, and we’re very grateful for his expertise and company.
All the accommodations were outstanding, and the overall level of service was impeccable. This was truly a once-in-a-lifetime trip, and we would happily recommend Sereland to anyone looking for a professionally organized, memorable safari in Tanzania.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unnforgetable experience that exceeded expectations.
My wife and I just finished an amazing 10-day safari in Uganda with Dav Safaris! The itinerary was packed with awesome activities every day. Seeing the gorillas and chimpanzees was obviously the main highlight, but everything else in between made the trip truly unforgettable. We saw incredible wildlife on land and boat safaris in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, visited the stunning Murchison Falls, and enjoyed local cultural tours. The trip is perfectly designed to make the most of every day while still giving you time to relax.
Josh, our guide and driver, was the absolute best. He was incredibly professional, always on time, and made sure we never felt rushed. Even on rough roads, his safe driving kept us completely at ease. My wife is a vegetarian, and Josh made sure she always had great food options, even changing restaurant stops just for her. The food and accommodation were great the whole way through. If you love adventure, I highly recommend this trip!
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Albert is a excellent tour guide
It’s a worthy adventure ，the guide is nice and patient ，always on time
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Hospitality number 1
Absolutely loved the service! From start to finish the staff were attentive, kind, and efficient. They made the whole process smooth and stress-free. The quality exceeded my expectations. It’s rare to find this level of care these days. Thank you for making us feel so valued. I’ll be recommending you to everyone I know! Please add music😜
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
beyond expectations
A unique experience. We relied on them for two excursions: to the Wasini Island National Park and for a day safari. We were based in Diani, and they provided punctual and courteous transfers to Wasini Island and a perfect safari guide. In both cases, the trips exceeded our expectations. The price was lower than that of "beach" providers, and the service was excellent. Highly recommended.
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Safari Experience
From the moment of booking until the beginning of the safari, the team was always very helpful and attentive, responding very quickly to all my questions.
My guide was Jimmy, a wonderful person who always handled any challenges with great calmness and a good sense of humor. He made a real effort to show me the most I could experience during the safari and to make every moment special.
As a point for improvement, I would recommend keeping the vehicle under regular preventive maintenance. I had a few unexpected issues that caused some delays during the drives. They did not significantly affect my experience, but this is certainly an area that deserves attention.
Overall, I had a very positive experience and truly appreciated the team's support and Jimmy's dedication throughout the safari.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This is how a trip should be planned and arranged !!
For my wife and I this was our first safari and first trip to Africa. We were looking for an adventure and TT at Safari Specialists delivered exactly what we were looking for. We found working with TT to be very easy as he was responsive and took time to listen to what was important to us. Prior to our departure, he sent a very detailed itinerary which included everything from what to pack, airport greetings, hotel transfers, flights to and from camps and accommodations. We travel fairly often and we only wish every trip could be as well organized and run as smoothly as this one did. Small things on a trip make a big difference. For example we met many people on our trip who were ending their safari in Victoria Falls. TT suggested we start in Victora Falls and end our trip in the more remote and game rich Okavango Delta. That was a great suggestion since it allowed us to ease into the adventure and start off in a more developed area.
When I starting planning a trip to Botswana, a representative at Kwando Safaris mentioned we should work with a first class travel planner like Safari Specialists. We are very glad we did. Our guide at Chobe Game Lodge asked who we worked with and said in her experience Safari Specialists was top notch and had a great reputation. If you have any doubts about using Safari Specialists, I hope my comments will alleviate those doubts. As a final comment on service level, I received an email from TT while I was on the plane from Atlanta to Johannesburg apologizing for forgetting to mention the new customs declaration form required to enter South Africa. I replied that I had done the form so not a problem but this is an excellent example of the kind of constant follow up we received. An added bonus is that we got to meet TT at the Maun airport to thank him in person for arranging such a great trip.
TH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional safari experts delivering seamless service, incredible guides, and unbeatable value!
An Unforgettable Safari Experience with Colours Africa!
We had an incredible trip with Colours Africa Tours & Safaris! From the very start, their team was responsive, friendly, and easy to communicate with, making the planning process completely stress-free.
Our driver-guide (Daudi Abass) was phenomenal—punctual, professional, and amazingly skilled at spotting wildlife. The 4x4 vehicle was comfortable, clean, and ideal for game viewing and photography. Everything ran seamlessly and on schedule every single day.
For the top-notch service, great accommodations, and expert guides, the value for money is unbeatable. Colours Africa turned our dream safari into a reality, and we highly recommend them to anyone visiting East Africa!
