IN
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Efficient Detailed and Personalized
The trip to Tanzania with Chalo Africa ranks very high among the best I've ever had.
Thoughtfully selected camps. A neat itinerary. Safari rides and sightings you'd only seen on TV. Endless excitement. Thanks to the well chosen vehicles and their drivers and guides. Fascinating knowledge of wild animal behaviour.
Chalo Africa doesn't just provide you another well curated trip. It goes the extra mile to ensure your comfort and personal needs.
I'd had a misadventure some months prior resulting in an injured leg and had some serious misgivings!
I needn't have.
Thank you Chalo Africa team. You thought of everything! Even my hobbling slow leg!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
personalised, attentive, flexible, good value
We were met at the airport by Charity who coordinated and interfaced with local guides and handled border crossings. She was helpful, friendly and gave us good recommendations re booking meal reservations. Our guides at the falls and in Botswana were excellent. I can recommend this experienced operator, reliable, coordinated a good itinerary with sufficient spare time and excellent activities with local guides.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An incredibly enjoyable, surprise-filled trip that far exceeded all my expectations.
From the very first inquiry, the team demonstrated great professionalism, creating a personalized itinerary tailored perfectly to our flight arrival and departure times. Although there was a small hiccup during the hotel booking process, it was resolved promptly and smoothly, which gave us great peace of mind.
Our guide Simon, in particular, made this trip truly special. He was incredibly enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and responsible throughout our safari. He even took the time to introduce the animals to us in simple Chinese, which made the experience so much more immersive and personal. His passion for wildlife and attention to detail were outstanding.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari Experience with Outstanding Guide John, Despite Minor Issues
We had a fantastic safari experience overall and would happily recommend this tour operator.
From the very beginning, communication during the planning process was easy, efficient, and professional. All our questions were answered promptly, making the booking process smooth and stress-free. Throughout our journey, we encountered friendly and helpful staff who genuinely cared about making our trip enjoyable.
The safari itself was an unforgettable experience. A special thank you goes to our guide, John, who was truly exceptional. His knowledge of wildlife, nature, and the local environment was outstanding. He always went above and beyond to maximize our wildlife sightings and put tremendous effort into helping us spot as many animals as possible. Thanks to him, we were fortunate enough to see the Big Five, but he also made sure to introduce us to the “Ugly Five” and the “Small Five,” which added a lot of depth and fun to the experience. His passion and dedication were evident every day.
We would also like to highlight the staff at the lodges, who were extremely friendly, welcoming, and accommodating throughout our stay. Their hospitality made us feel very comfortable and well cared for.
There were, however, a couple of issues that prevented this from being a perfect experience. One of the reasons we chose this operator was that the quotation clearly stated that the safari was all-inclusive, including food and drinks such as water, non-alcoholic beverages, beer, and wine. During the trip, we learned that this mainly referred to water and some Coca-Cola available in the vehicle. While beer and wine were technically available, the cooling box was not functioning, so the drinks were warm and therefore not particularly appealing during lunch breaks. In the lodges for breakfast and dinner only drinking water is included. We believe the inclusions should be communicated more clearly to avoid misunderstandings.
We also booked airport transfers. The arrival transfer worked perfectly, but on our return journey the driver was more than 15 minutes late. The receptionist proactively helped by making several phone calls, and shortly afterwards another driver arrived to take us to Kilimanjaro Airport. During the ride, we learned that this replacement transfer was arranged through a different company. After a brief discussion on the phone, Mountain Warriors handled the situation and covered the additional costs once they realized their driver was significantly delayed and that waiting any longer could have made boarding our flight very stressful.
Despite these minor issues, the overall experience was excellent. The quality of the safari, the friendliness of the staff, and especially John’s outstanding guiding made this a memorable and rewarding adventure.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Safari Trip
It was fantastic from start to finish. Very timely communication from Idris who answered all my questions within a few hours. All the arrangements were as planned and the pick ups on time, greeting us with a friendly welcome.
The tour itself was the best, saw loads of animals and the scenery. So worth the money and good value.
The guide Osman was very knowledgeable and friendly, the driver Alfonse was an extremely professional and safe driver,always smiling and the pick ups/Lucy, just lovely. We were so grateful for them taxiing us around.
It's a full on trip with lots of driving - loved the open top jeep but worth the early nights to bed :)
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extremely courteous and accommodating. The office was very responsive. Our driver Brown excellent.
The itinerary through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana was great. Our accommodation, and the driver Brown were all excellent. The safari guides in Hwange, Victoria Falls, Chobe, Elephant Sands, Planet Boabob and Maun/Moremi area were great. Our food options were great and the staff were all excellent. The only challenge were the road conditions that are outside the control of the tour organizer, the government would be prudent to focus on fixing the roads to help the tourism thrive.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most wonderful person!
To anyone traveling with Meru Slopes, you must request Patrick! He was our guide and he was absolutely wonderful! Patrick was the most amazing guide and took us on a great trip seeing the BIG 5 PLUS MORE!! It was a trip we will never forget and we won't forget the people we met along the way. I HIGHLY recommend this company and everyone who works there! THIS IS THE COMPANY to use! Don't get me started on how amazing the food is! It has been a few months and I still think about the food we had!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice, reliable, and profesional
We had an amazing trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar. It was both exciting and relaxing at the same time, offering the perfect balance between adventure and comfort.
The service provided by the agency was excellent from start to finish. We always felt well taken care of and could fully trust our guides. Pancrass in Tanzania and John in Zanzibar
Everything was handled professionally, allowing us to enjoy the experience without any worries.
The accommodations were comfortable. The safari was truly spectacular, with unforgettable wildlife encounters, and Zanzibar's stunning scenery.
We highly recommend this agency to anyone looking for a well-organized, memorable, and stress-free trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar
IT
More Than a Stay, a Family
I spent three nights at African Bush Lovers and felt completely at home. The entire staff took care of me as if I were part of the family. They even helped me with things that were not their responsibility, such as buying bus tickets.
Stanza and the whole team are truly exceptional people. As a solo female traveler exploring the continent, feeling safe, welcomed, and cared for is something incredibly special.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this wonderful experience. I can’t wait to come back and see you all again soon for the mobile tent experience!
I wholeheartedly recommend this place. ❤️
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply wonderful experience from start to finish, we are grateful for Patricia and Peter
Communication was superb throughout. Very clear planning and itinerary and able to answer any questions promptly. The itinerary was crafted to suit our requests. Patricia was pivotal in the planning of our trip and Peter was our wonderful guide and driver. The trip was incredibly special and we can't wait to visit Kenya again.