20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable
We had an amazing first safari experience with Smile Safari, and our guide, Hussein, made it truly unforgettable.
Hussein was incredibly accommodating, knowledgeable, and passionate about what he does. He knew exactly when and where to go to give us the best opportunities to see wildlife. His sharp eyes and extensive knowledge made every game drive exciting, and we managed to see all of the Big Five in just two days.
The absolute highlight of our trip was seeing rhinos pass right in front of our safari vehicle ,an incredible experience we will never forget.
We couldn’t have asked for a better guide for our first safari. A big thank you to Hussein and Smile Safari for such a memorable experience. We highly recommend them to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania.
PL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, caring, trustworthy operator
We have successfully summited Kilimanjaro and visited safari for 3-nights with King Mufasa.
First of all - Davis was super helpful throughout our visit in Tanzania. Responsive, exceeded our expectations if it comes to hospitality.
KILIMANJARO:
We did 8-day lemosho route.
I'm not sure if that's the case, but we might be the first ones to go on a full Kilimanjaro trek with the company. Couldn't find previous photos of someone climbing with them, but nonetheless - they delivered.
The team on the mountain was very good and delivered just the experience we expected - kind, informative, supportive, but at the same time didn't treat us like complete princesses on the mountain as we had seen other companies do for their customers, rather as a part of the team. Still - made everything to make us reach the summit.
There were little hiccups that were quickly fixed, for example one team member had something wrong with his permit and had to join us a day later. We probably wouldn't even notice that on the first day, but appreciated the honesty - made us feel informed on what's happening with the team instead of blindly following guides. The day before the summit our tent was initially set up on the further side of the base camp and they even moved our camp closer when the guides had seen that, to make it just a bit easier for us on the summit day.
The only true downside was that we signed up for a shared trek to meet other people on the way and share experiences, while me and my girlfriend were finally on a private trek as noone else signed up for that particular date. Probably would be a benefit for some.
Overall - a very good experience. Thanks to everyone, special shout-out to Steven who had great energy and was our "waiter" and the porters with positive vibes on the trek - I feel like these guys go unnoticed sometimes.
Thanks for making this happen.
SAFARI:
We had picked one day in Tarangire, two in Serengeti, one in Ngorongoro. I'd probably put even more focus on Serengeti if I were to do this again - that's where the action happens, that's where the most memorable stays are in. And the stays are important - after a long day of driving in a shaking car you really appreciate seeing animals coming up to your camp on their own, at a different pace, looking for them from where you'll sleep. The parks choice is obviously on me, not King Mufasa.
The combination of the lodges that were surely on the nicer side and a camp worked perfectly. One lodge had really good mountain view with a pool, one glamping inside of Serengeti had hippos walking around and eating grass where we were sleeping all night and it surely made it one of the most memorable nights of sleep of our lives. The campsite, on the other hand, was overlooking the Ngorongoro crater and had an elephant / giraffe / plenty of zebras and antelopes visiting us before sleep or when we woke up in the morning. Great selection of stays, wouldn't change it.
Our driver was good - had balls to drive up to animals in a way to get us the best view, could find them well, knew all the other guides and seemed experienced. Maybe not as knowledgeable as we'd think a safari guide would be, but that's fine. He knew enough.
TO SUM UP:
All good, thanks!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Ms. Fiona Grace is responsible, fair, attentive/interact/responsive and honest business person.
Your money is safe and you will get a lot. She is second to none. If I will do it again, there is no doubt. I will drop an email to Ms. Fiona Grace. “Good and fair business”
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Definitely Recommend--Tony and Friendly tour Guide Madagascar
I had an EXQUISITE time. Working with Tony at Friendly Tour Guide Madagascar made everything possible. I highly recommend working with Tony and his team.
I wanted to travel solo for part of my trip, so I carefully researched travel guides and locations. Once I contacted Tony--who has a very good record and reputation for customer service and reliability--he immediately offered to talk in real time on WhatsApp. Our conversation helped me gather a lot more relevant information and narrow my options. From there, we crafted a week-long itinerary.
Importantly: At all times, I felt safe. This includes going into different areas of the country, meeting new people, and traveling by car across some rough terrain. The driver Tony hired was very professional and practiced safe driving habits, even when other drivers did otherwise.
My general advice in planning a trip to Madagascar is to really narrow your priorities because every region of the country is different and unique in its own ways. I would ask Tony a lot of clarifying questions to make sure you understand the type of experience you would be getting. And remember that it often takes longer than you think to travel by road in Madagascar so build in lots of extra time!
I recommend Tony and the team at Friendly Tour Guide Madagascar! Enjoy your trip!
NO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderful experience with Manka Safari!
My experience with Manka Safari was absolutely amazing! I visited Tanzania in 2025 while conducting fieldwork for my master’s thesis, and I’m so grateful I got the opportunity to experience a safari with Manka Safari during my stay. Everything was wonderful, and the experience was truly unforgettable. The hospitality, kindness, and care made me feel so welcome, and getting to experience Tanzania’s incredible wildlife and nature was such a special memory. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and I would wholeheartedly recommend Manka Safari to anyone visiting Tanzania! <3
BR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
We had an amazing safari experience with King Mufasa! The team was incredibly attentive and helpful throughout the entire trip. The vehicle was very well equipped, the hotels were great, and our guide was excellent, always willing to help and making sure everything was perfect. We truly loved the experience and highly recommend them!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Alex was absolutely amazing, he was full of knowledge and made it so much fun. I highly recommend!!!
I highly recommend Sundown African Adventures. Alex made it so much fun, always in a great mood and so full of knowledge. You won't regret booking with them!!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime!
I ended up finding CampTrek through Viator, but was so happy I booked directly with them. Simon (and Lucy) were great to work with in creating an amazing itinerary. And the guides that were assigned to us for the two weeks were amazing - friendly, knowledgeable in so many subjects, and spoiling us with their over-the-top service. The various camps were all incredible, much nicer than I ever could have imagined. And then there was the wildlife and scenery throughout the trip that was mind-blowing! Would absolutely use CampTrek again, and would highly recommend them to my friends as well!
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great organisation, excellent service and fantastic value for money!
Great experience with Best Time Adventures – Mount Meru trek and safari!
We booked a 3-day trek to Mount Meru and a 4-day safari visiting Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro with Best Time Adventures, and we were very satisfied with the overall experience.
A special mention goes to Ivone, who coordinated everything for us. She was always available on WhatsApp, responded very quickly, and was consistently clear, friendly and helpful. Throughout our activities, she also checked in regularly to see how we were doing and asked for our feedback, which we really appreciated. It made us feel well looked after throughout the trip.
She also helped organise our transfers and accommodation, making the whole process much easier and smoother.
Overall, we were very happy with the service and the organisation. We would definitely recommend Best Time Adventures, especially if you are travelling on a budget but still want to maintain a reasonable level of comfort and have a well-organised experience.
Thank you, Ivone, and the whole Best Time Adventures team, for making our Tanzanian adventure such a great experience!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable 4-day private safari with Joagro Safaris
We booked our 4-day private safari for two the evening before we set off, and were so glad that everything worked out! Jonas from Joagro Safaris was our saviour.
From the first advice to the booking and the entire safari, everything was easy, smooth and perfectly organized.
Our guide Hassan was fantastic! He was a very good and safe driver, knew so much about the animals and always catered to our wishes. We visited Tarangire, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater and saw an incredible number of animals.
The accommodation was beautiful, including a lovely lodge and a tented camp in the Serengeti. The food was very good and we received lunch boxes every day.
We had a fantastic experience and can highly recommend Joagro Tours, even for last-minute bookings. A big thank you to Jonas and Hassan, who made our safari truly special!
