US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A once in a lifetime adventure!
Wow!!! Whatever you're hoping for, whatever you're expecting, prepare to have your mind blown! I never imagined I would get to do this and I purposely kept my expectations low. I'm a big cat lover and I hope I'd see one or two and I probably saw 100. There's so much beyond that though. The scenery is unlike anything I've ever seen. The wild animals just living in the wild and being allowed into that is just awe inspiring. I saw everything I hoped to see and I saw things I couldn't believe.
We chose Lion King Adventures. The price was right, they went to all the parks we read about and they had great reviews. I had no idea we would be with our own guide and we hit the jackpot there. Mkwanda was so fun and he knew everything about everything I asked. We learned so much about the animals. He took us to all the good spots and having 13+ years of experience, he knows his stuff. We really bonded with him and he seemed to really enjoy how much joy we got from the experiences. He also got us in perfect position for some great photo opps.
We stayed for 6 nights and all of our accommodations were above and beyond our expectations. The lodges were beautiful, but I really loved the rented camps inside the parks. The rooms were just as nice as the lodges, but you were right in the middle of things. It was July, the weather was perfect. I brought a light fleece jacket and wore tank tops underneath and I was comfortable the whole time.
The culture is wildly different and so interesting to learn about. The hospitality is on a level that you won't believe.
If you're on the fence, GO!!!! I haven't been anywhere other than Tanzania and the only reason I'd go anywhere else is to see the great apes someday. It was safe, I never felt anything less than totally secure. The only thing I would do differently is bring more comfortable shoes, shoes that I already love and I would choose a package that was all tented camps.
This was an incredible, phenomenal, surreal experience and I'd go back in a heartbeat!!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized tour with more than one park to see many animals
The tour was well organized, the accomodations and transport were on point. Great experience!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Blessings Safari is a professional, responsive, and deeply knowledgeable tour operator that delivers
We had an unforgettable experience with Blessings Safari during our trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar! From start to finish, everything was handled with professionalism, care, and genuine warmth.
Our main point of contact, Elibariki, was absolutely fantastic. He was incredibly responsive, clear with communication, and went above and beyond to make sure every detail of our itinerary was thoughtfully arranged. We always felt informed and supported, which gave us peace of mind throughout our journey.
We were also extremely lucky to have Zoya as our safari guide. He was top notch—friendly, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about what he does. He made sure we were always comfortable and safe, and he had a great sense of humor that made the trip even more fun. We shared so many laughs and learned so much from him about the people, the different tribes, and of course, the amazing wildlife.
We highly recommend Blessings Safari to anyone planning a trip to Tanzania. They made our dream adventure a reality and gave us memories we’ll cherish forever.
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Safari
We went on a 6-day safari in Tanzania as a family with a 6-year-old child. Our experience with Wakanda was excellent.
The exceptional service began with our first contact with the company, where they designed our itinerary, meeting all our needs and providing us with the best options.
Goodluck's pre-trip support was crucial in creating our itinerary and answering all our numerous questions.
And what can we say about the safari? It was one of the best experiences of our lives, and it was certainly made so great by our guide Bashir. Bashir was impeccable, a person with admirable experience, mastering the less-traveled routes and the locations where the most exotic animals were located, and his charisma with our daughter created a pleasant and fun atmosphere. Seeing the Big Five is a very difficult task, as it depends on many variables, and in our case, we were very lucky to see them all, largely due to the experience of our guide Bashir, who was tireless and skilled in putting us in the best position to spot the animals. He's also a big-hearted person who captivated and engaged our daughter every day of the safari.
The safari car we took was comfortable and new, and we had cold drinks available at all times.
One of Wakanda's specialties was the lunch meal. While most companies provide a paper box with food on disposable plates and cutlery, Wakanda provided all our food on porcelain plates and metal cutlery, and the food was prepared in metal pans and prepared fresh according to our preferences.
They were attentive to every detail at all times to provide us with an excellent safari.
We highly recommend Wakanda and have no doubt that it was the best choice we made for an incredible experience in Tanzania. Thank you, Wakanda, and especially Bashir and Goodluck, for the incredible experience.
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US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nkuringo Safaris provided a custom wildlife and cultural experience that exceeded expectations
My wife was heading to Uganda for several weeks of work activities, and we had been wanting to visit Africa for years. She did some research on safari operators in Uganda that included opportunities to try and see gorillas, chimpanzees, big cats and the many ungulates of the savanah habitats in Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks. Nkuringo not only sounded like an operator that could meet our needs, they fulfilled our wishes perfectly over the 8-day safari.
Our coordinator for the safari, Moreen, went above and beyond to develop our itinerary to match timing of our separate arrivals to Entebbe, making sure that I had a wonderful place to stay upon arrival. She and our safari guide, Emma, met me at the airport and helped me through a rough start with lost baggage (recovered the next day, thankfully). Moreen was there to welcome my wife when she rejoined me in Entebbe prior to our morning start on the safari with Emma.
Emma was quick to probe our interests and adapt our time on game drives and en route to destinations to find great opportunities to for wildlife and cultural experiences. He possesses a wealth of knowledge on the landscapes, communities, culture, and plants and animals, and he patiently answered our barrage of questions on a breadth of topics.
During our safari, we were fortunate to see many key species, including lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, hippos, zebras, chimpanzees, gorillas, gentle/blue monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, numerous kingfishers, woolly-necked storks, and so many more! Emma’s sharp eyes didn’t seem to miss anything on the drives, and he knew where to go in every park when something a little less common might be found. We also met local experts on guided community walks that exposed us to beautiful places and people along the way, and we found those additional experiences of incredible value and interest.
We also had some incredible experiences at the various lodges we stayed at along the way. Moreen did an excellent job in selecting and booking beautiful facilities with wonderful people, service, food, and overall accommodations.
Moreen was there to meet with us and gather feedback on our safari experience when we returned to Entebbe. She also accompanied us to the airport when we made our bittersweet departure from wonderful Uganda. We are already dreaming about a northeastern Uganda safari experience someday to try and find cheetahs, gazelle, and other wildlife that are in that part of the country. We will be working with Moreen and Emma again if we can pull that trip off!
Without any reservation, I wholeheartedly recommend Nkuringo Safaris for anyone planning an African safari experience. Did I mention that Uganda is also the country you definitely want to visit as they literally have it all, including the friendliest people I’ve ever encountered?
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and fast travel agency, Peter is a responsible and trustworthy operator
This safari was a truly memorable, though certainly tiring, trip. We booked directly with this travel agency online, and the price was much better than what we'd received from a domestic travel agency.
The owner, Peter, was also very professional. He explained the potential road trip problems before departure and promptly resolved any issues with the car.
I encountered some minor visa issues before departure, and Peter helped me contact the relevant staff to resolve them. Besides witnessing the vast and magnificent African savannah and the great animal migration, I was fortunate to meet wonderful friends from different countries, with whom I still keep in touch.
Our guide, Jeff, was the best, most professional, and most passionate guide I've ever met! Barely any other! This travel agency is highly recommended.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Efficient
This was our first trip to Africa and we couldn't have had a better company to organise our holiday. From the moment we started planning to the end of our trip, the level of support from Elijah has been amazing. We had the best guide too ( Alex)he was so knowledgeable and accommodating, he made a trip of a lifetime even better. So thank you all involved and our memories will last a lifetime
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Bush Quest Safaris gives you the most bang for your buck.
Bush Quest Safaris arranged for me a 5-day/4-night safari package for a visit of the Maasai Mara National Reserve in July 2024. Being my first safari and I was coming from New Jersey, USA, I had a lot questions. Bush Quest Safaris promptly responded to my numerous queries despite the time difference and at times my queries were disjointed as I was raising them on the spur of the moment. I rate their customer support services as outstanding given their patience and knowledgeableness in addressing my queries. Regarding the safari, it was an unforgettable experience. For the tour, they assigned me a Jeep with a driver and six other passengers and we all had window seats. I saw the Big Five (a pride of lions, black rhinos, a herd of elephants, an elusive leopard, and a herd of buffaloes) but on different days, so I would recommend at least, a three-night stay to increase your chances of seeing all the Big Five. I also saw giraffes, warthogs, zebras and different species of antelopes. Our driver, Martin, knew about the best look out points which increased our ability to see so many different animals and birds. I had communicated my budget constraints and safety concerns (being a solo traveler) to Bush Quest Safaris and they were able to secure for me excellent accommodation in a three-star lodge which made my stay pleasant and I felt safe.
CA
Attentive and trustworthy
100% trustworthy. We paid in advance. The driver and owner met us at the airport. At the end, the owner met with us to get our feedback.
NO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
AMAZING experience!
I highly recommend African Big Cats if you’re looking for a trustworthy and well-organized safari company in Tanzania. The whole experience was incredible – everything went smoothly and totally lived up to our expectations. A big thank you to our guide, Venance – he was fantastic! Super knowledgeable, friendly, and did everything he could to make sure we had the best possible experience. Thanks again – hope to be back one day!