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Mira   –  
Finland FI
Visited: January 2025 Reviewed: Apr 25, 2025

50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Untrustable
3/5

We had a good guide and Masai driver. But our itinerary did not happen. We missed the evening bush walk and morning safari.

Felix kept asking us more money many times. There were all kind of stories why he needed $100 per person more as a loan. Even after the safari he kept asking for money. I felt very uncomfortable about this. I told many times that we are not giving more money.

Accomodations were good. Safari was good thanks to Masai driver.

We took an extra person with our group. But the van was not big enough for the group. The Land cruiser was big enough on Masai Mara.




Yvonne Westerhoff   –  
Netherlands NL
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Apr 19, 2025

50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

About: Tanzania
Great!!!!
Overall rating
3/5

we did the 3 Day Nyerere NP (Selous) Road Safari from Dar-Es-SalaamThe safari was in one word amazing. The pick up service, the guide Hendrik, the accommodation, food, and of course the game drive in the park. So special to experience this, and everything was arranged to perfection. really a trip to never forget.

Christie   –  
United States US
Visited: April 2025 Reviewed: Apr 13, 2025

35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Showed us a good time, but made one very poor decision
3/5

I had a mixed experience with Tubale. I booked the 3 day gorilla trekking tour in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The accommodations that Tubale booked us at were absolutely fantastic, I could not be more impressed with the hotels we stayed at. Also, the team of safari guides, security and trackers (all employed at Bwindi Forest) were superb. They gave us an incredible service and deserve nothing but the best reviews.
As for the tour guide we were paired with…he picked us up from the airport and drove us 10 hours to the Bwindi Forest. He was very accommodating in giving us bathroom breaks and helping out when one of us was car sick. He went the extra mile at the end of our trip to make sure we had a good experience.
Something I did not appreciate though was when we were going to take a ferry across Lake Victoria, he all but left us to fend for ourselves in a busy market while he was doing other things. In a foreign country and in a market we were not familiar with, we were surrounded... Read more by hundreds of people and did not feel safe. We did not know what to expect and had poor communication from him. We were left to register, board and ride the ferry by ourselves, and it was a poor decision. Other than that, he did a good job of making sure our trip was as comfortable as possible.

Also, my communication with the travel consultant was lacking. I expected to hear from her prior to the trip just introducing us to our beginning instructions, etc. But I heard nothing. She had previously told me our shuttle from the airport would be free. It was not, and we had to pay for a taxi. I emailed her to let her know for future travelers that this particular hotel does not provide free shuttle, and she responded that she wished I would’ve communicated that to her sooner. I don’t understand how I could’ve done that, having just gotten to the airport and finding out in that moment that there was not a free shuttle. I didn’t hear from her again during or after the trip. Communication from the travel consultant was definitely not thorough enough.

All of this aside, the hour I spent with the gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is one I will remember all my life, it was a precious experience and I am so thankful I got to have it.

Ibrahim Gano   –  
Gambia GM
Visited: April 2024 Reviewed: Apr 10, 2025

20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing experience
3/5

I had a really good time and it was an amazing experience seeing the animals in their natural habitat. I booked a day trip, but we started the game drive around 4pm, which limited how much we could see—I only managed to spot two of the Big Five. It would be great if they could adjust their timings for day visitors so there's more time to explore. Overall, it was still a memorable experience, and the guide was fairly okay.

Taandhuma   –  
France FR
Visited: August 2024 Reviewed: Apr 5, 2025

35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Good
3/5

Our day trip to Materuni Waterfalls and Kikuletwa Hot Springs was truly remarkable. Our guide, Yousuf, was outstanding knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, ensuring we had a seamless and enjoyable experience.

The hike to Materuni Waterfalls was both scenic and refreshing, leading to a stunning waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. The local coffee making experience was a delightful cultural highlight, offering both fun and insight into traditional coffee preparation.

Afterward, we relaxed at Kikuletwa Hot Springs, a hidden oasis with crystal clear waters, perfect for unwinding. The entire trip was well organized, making it an unforgettable experience.

Highly recommended for anyone looking for a refreshing and enjoyable day trip in Tanzania

Traveller   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Apr 3, 2025

35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

I wouldn't recommend group tour
3/5

I thought the company lacked transparency with the payment. The price stated doesn't included credit card fees (up to % extra).
The 3 day tours were with separate groups each day, so no consistency. The last day, we left very late to start the tour, as we were waiting for people from Arusha airport side, and I felt like the tour price was not worth it on the last day. No one seemed to provide an indicator as to when the tour would begin even though we were 10 mins away from Lake Manyara to begin with. Perhaps the tour company need to address how they form the groups on tours to avoid unnecessary waiting times.

In Yah's shadow (Bezaleel)   –  
Ghana GH
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 31, 2025

The staff was amazing
3/5

Try to support safaris and/or tour companies indigenous to the area.

I learned some of these safari parks removed families from their land, put a fence around the area and then transferred the animals into the "park;" it's like a big zoo on 1,000's of acres.

MOAfrika itself is fine. I would add additional wording to their marketing to clarify terms.

Like open vs closed vehicles.

Closed means a van, open could mean a safari vehicle caged in; cage removed or not.

One marketing material said "open vehicle," but they showed an "a vehicle with a partial cage around it and a vehicle completely caged in.

During my inquiry process, I kept asking for an" open vehicle," thinking uncaged was open but when I arrived for the tour, they had caged vehicles that I refused to enter.

After a 1 star review, Anthony, one of the co-owners, listened to my concern, and explained the difference between open and closed vehicles then helped me get a... Read more different tour the following day.

I also learned the term "big 5," has nothing to do with the size of the animals. It refers to groups of people who used to slaughter, kill and profit from these animals saying "these 5 animals are the hardest to kill."

Now, some of them profit from the ways I explained above: removed families front their land, put a fence and brought in animals...

Support tour companies indigenous to the area if who take care of the animals, customers, employees, and communities surrounding the parks.

Leoni   –  
Germany DE
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 24, 2025

under20 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Everything except the food and the service in the hotel restaurant was gigantic
3/5

Everything except the food and the service in the hotel restaurant was gigantic. The guides from the safari tours and the panorama route were super nice and we saw 4 of the big five. Also the hotel was very comfortable and the staff at the reception very accommodating. Unfortunately, however, the dinner was not completely included as stated in the description, but only up to a certain amount. The food was not very tasty and often not warm. In addition, the buffet was not replenished both in the evening and in the morning, even if the buffet was still open for more than 2 hours (an example was the fruit plate, which was already empty at 8 o'clock and was not replenished, although there is breakfast until 10 o'clock in the morning.) In addition, the staff in the hotel restaurant was very rude and did not give good service.

Steve   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: February 2025 Reviewed: Mar 20, 2025

50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

SA 3 day safari
Overall rating
3/5

I spent a week in SA just outside Johannesburg. If you don't feel concerned regarding personal safety the constant reminders with adverts re safety and electric wire around everywhere - you soon do. It rained for 9 days constantly!

Everyone I dealt with was really helpful and very nice but - ask yourself would you want to live in a hugely wealthy country and be reduced to performing handstands at red lights, or asking customers at the restaurant is it ok repeatedly because some white guy is watching them like a hawk! There feels little dignity for the majority of the population in the Joburg, Petoria area. For which reason I will not return.

The Safari was great - if there is a dentist from Asia who has not taken their new partner on Safari - I rather doubt it! At the weekends- white SA arrives for Safari with their "special children". In short this country needs visitors and the money we bring and everyone was so welcoming. It has a huge amount to offer but until it equalises ownership, equality and opportunity!!!

Kara   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 17, 2025

50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

A get what you pay for Safari…
3/5

We just finished the six day Masai Mara, Nakuru, Amboseli tour. We booked the budget tour with upgraded accommodation. The views and the animals were incredible, and we saw so much even though it was the off-season! Animals were our focus and this was achieved. However, the “custom Safari minivan“ was terrible! It had no suspension, no four-wheel-drive, no air conditioning, and no power. We spent hours on teeth rattling, bone jarring, hot bumpy dusty roads! This is not the option to choose if you have neck back or hip problems, or any breathing issues. Our guide provided facemasks at the beginning of the journey to protect somewhat from the dust. We got stuck a total of four times on our game drives, and had to help push the van. The last time we were stuck, it was approximately two hours before we were finally able to be towed out! The drives from Lodge to lodge took hours longer than other companies. Partly due to multiple stops picking people up or dropping people off and partly because... Read more the minivan just couldn’t keep up. Part of a reason for upgrading the accommodation was to have some relaxation and pool time. The first day we did not arrive at Jambo Mara until 245pm and they stopped serving lunch at three. The two nights at AAmboseli, we were originally dropped off at the camp instead of the lodge And it took some time to sort that out, not arriving at the correct lodge until 8:45 PM. The second night was also late because of the van getting stuck. Our luggage had to ride in the backseat because the back door of the van wouldn’t latch. We spent an hour prior to the game drive one morning while the locals repaired that. The roof top barely opened and closed that by the end of the trip we weren’t sure we would be able to get it up and then weren’t sure we would able to put it down.
We intermittently traveled with three other people that booked through this company. Each of them had their tour altered in someway mid tour. Thankfully that did not happen to us. So many things, but overall we did see a lot of amazing animals, but I would not book this trip again because of the minivan. The ride was just to rough, hot, bumpy, dusty, and miserable..

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