50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous 1 day safari from Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park
Where can I start…I booked a day private safari with Asante Bibi to go from my hotel (The Residence, Kizimikazi). I struggled as local resources like TUI said they couldn’t arrange as our hotel was too far from the airport. I found Asante Bibi online as wrote as the reviews were excellent. I corresponded with Daudi Gembe who has provided every piece of information I could want and made the booking and arrangements simple. Additionally he gave practical advice and answered any questions promptly and completely and even added to my pre safari excitement by sharing some live videos 🙂. He arranged our transport to and from our hotel without problem and our drivers were prompt and polite. At the airport in Zanzibar our driver went with us into the small terminal and ensured we were met there and given our tickets. The flight went on time and was super! Fantastic views from our one propeller fixed wing plane shared with 23 other excited tourists. The flight took 45mins and we arrived into Nyerere Park Airport. We could have chosen Mikumi National Park but it is smaller (3,230km square) compared to Nyerere (30,893) and seems to have too many vehicles. Online it says the plus is that you stand a better chance of seeing something as the animals are more concentrated but for me it was I little like going to a UK safari park. Nyerere (also called Selous) is more like a true huge park experience but of course finding animals is more of a chance. At the airport we were met by Gladnes (our guide) and Robert (our driver) wearing Asante Bibi shirts and the largest of smiles. There were around 8 vehicles when we boarded our 4x4 and they all split up but were in touch with each other by radio in case of spotting something interesting. This meant we got that “we are our own in the wilderness experience which I wanted. Gladnes and Robert work at the park and used their experience to answer any questions and advised us to speak quietly to avoid disturbing the animals. And what did we see….well what didn’t we see… Warthog, giraffe elephant ( including a 3 week old baby with its family) , zebra, hippos, mongoose, tree squirrel, wildebeest, kudu, impala, dikdik, water buffalo , baboon, and a variety of birds including African Fish Eagle, Saddle Billed Stork, Southern Ground Hornbill, Giant fisher, weaver birds in hanging colonies and best of all a lion with a kill….wow! It was an amazing and exhausting day but Gladnes and Robert kept us well supplied with refreshments including breakfast by a lake (heavenly) and lunch with a selection of delicious hot food and cold drinks (also toilet facilities here). Top tip is wear muted colours ( not white, black or colours), don’t wear perfume but do wear factor 50. You are close to the equator and you will burn even on an overcast day and the covers on the vehicles offer little protection from the sun. I took a hat and wrap around sunglasses to protect my eyes from the dust and they really helped. Can’t recommend Asante Bibi and the team enough…Asante Sana!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Arun is amazing, knows the parks inside out and felt like a part of our family!
Arun was more than we could’ve imagined for our guide, he became part of our family holiday. He has abundant experience and you can tell from the minute we set foot in the safari parks. He got us up close to the big 5 and let us spend time without feeling rush where it was possible.
Since the start, Sandra was really responsive and accommodating to our budgets and time frames, including to a place which they don’t necessarily normally go to. Any issues we had along the way, Sandra and Arun were quick to sort out and make us comfortable.
Now that we have finished and departed Arun we feel like we are missing a member of our family!
PT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very attentive and dedicated to making sure we saw all the animalsEasy to book, always ready to help
Easy to book, always ready to help, great experience.
PT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari Experience
We had an amazing Safari with Musa Adam as our guide aka Kenya One. He made sure we were able to see the big 5, and in general was always on the look out and gave us great insights regarding the animals we saw. I totally recommend
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Arun was incredible, his expertise really shone through and his patience was second to none.
The whole experience from start to finish was amazing. Hands down the best tour we have ever done and probably will ever do. Arun was the most amazing guide his expertise really shone through as he navigated through the park seamlessly. He knew the park like the back of his hand and he managed to get us close up to all of the big 5. I can’t recommend Arun enough from the very beginning he was extremely friendly and he felt like a part of the family come the end. We were left completely speechless by the end of the safari. Value for money was second to none and most importantly we felt comfortable and safe at all points of the tour.
PL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Unforgettable Encounter: Tracking the Elusive Shoebill Stork and visit at Botanical Garden
Tracking the prehistoric, enigmatic shoebill stork had been at the top of my wildlife bucket list for years. Birders know how elusive and unpredictable these magnificent creatures can be in the dense wetlands, so heading out on the water, my expectations were tempered with cautious optimism. From start to finish, however, this excursion exceeded every imaginable hope.
While the shoebill sighting was the undisputed highlight, what truly elevated this excursion was our phenomenal guide, Shafic.
From our very first greeting, his passion for wildlife conservation and local ecology was infectious.
He didn't just spot wildlife; he interpreted it. His understanding of shoebill and other birds' behavior, nesting habits, and wetland botany added incredible depth to the excursion.
Throughout the trip, Shafic along with our other guide showed friendly demeanor, patience with amateur photographers, and genuine excitement — celebrating right alongside us when we spotted the stork and other birds — made the entire day feel like an adventure with a close friend.
Communication with Shafic and the office was a model one, both before, during and after the excursion day.
Tips for Future Travelers:
Book the early morning departure; the wetland is calm, lighting is gentle, and shoebills are most actively foraging before midday heat sets in.
Bring a telephoto lens or at least decent binoculars, a wide-brimmed hat, insect repellent, and a light windbreaker for the boat ride.
Verdict: An absolute must-do for nature lovers, photographers, and serious birders alike. A flawless, bucket-list adventure that I will cherish forever!
CH
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent experience
Fantastic safari experience in two stunning countries (Tanzania and Kenya) with two excellent guides (Joseph and Harun)
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
WOW! Wath a fantastic Safari!
Wow! What a wonderful safari experience in Kenya and Tanzania!! Thank you to our organizer who guided us through all our choices and during the safaris. He responded quickly to all our questions despite the time difference with Canada. David is super friendly, and the two drivers we had were fantastic. Thank you to Boniface in Kenya and Godfrey in Tanzania. The organizer is reliable and offers good value for money. I highly recommend them. Thank you, David!!!!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
patient and kind, nice service
We had a wonderful experience with Ndutu Green Explorers and would highly recommend them.
A special thank you to our guide, Imma. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and experienced throughout the entire safari. He knew the parks very well, was excellent at spotting wildlife, and always made sure we had the best possible experience. We felt very lucky to have him as our guide.
We would also like to thank Godson, who was in contact with us via WhatsApp before and during the trip. He was always very responsive, friendly, and helpful. Whenever we had a question or needed something to be adjusted, he responded quickly and helped us solve the issue efficiently.
The overall organization was excellent. The accommodations were very well arranged and comfortable, and one of the biggest surprises was the food — it was genuinely delicious throughout the trip.
Overall, we were very happy with the whole experience. The team was professional, reliable, and easy to communicate with, and they took great care of us from beginning to end. Thank you again to Imma, Godson, and the whole Ndutu Green Explorers team!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Highly Accommodating Operator & Excellent Tour Quality
It was my first time booking directly, and I would gladly do it again. I had a very supportive and interactive engagement with the tour operator throughout the process. I made several changes to the itinerary on the go, and they were consistently accommodating. The trips were exactly as advertised, and I had a wonderful experience overall. The groups were friendly and well‑sized, which made the tours even more enjoyable.
I would definitely recommend DK Tours.