35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Saadam and Bo were Exceptional!
Everything about our experience has exceeded expectations. From the morning we were picked up to the time we were dropped off. Everyone at the office was very hospitable. They make sure you are having a good time as soon as you walk in their door.
NL
It was an unforgettable experience.
We had a fantastic experience with Anton and Melita. The food was excellent and very well organized. Both guides were incredibly knowledgeable and shared a wealth of interesting information throughout the tour. Their enthusiasm and expertise made the experience even more enjoyable. We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a memorable and informative experience in 🇹🇿! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A 'Trip of a Lifetime' visiting national parks and reserves, customized every detail and hassle-free
I began researching my dream retirement trip about a year ago. After reviewing dozens of safari tour websites, I kept coming back to Tapestry of Africa. The reviews and testimonials seemed to describe exactly the kind of "trip of a lifetime" I had been dreaming about for years. I filled out an inquiry on Tapestry's website and shortly afterward received a phone call from Dr. Matt Jensen, the company's founder and owner.
During that initial call, Dr. Matt wanted to understand exactly what we were looking for so he could customize every detail and create a trip that would be both adventurous and hassle-free. He scheduled a Zoom call with us a few days later.
On that call, we discussed visiting both Kenya and Tanzania and exploring their national parks and reserves over a three-week period. My wife of two years was somewhat reluctant about traveling to Africa. She had previously visited Uganda through the college where she worked and remembered the "budget-friendly" accommodations and long hours spent traveling between parks on rough, potholed roads. I promised her this trip would be different.
During the Zoom call, Matt presented an itinerary he called the "20-Day Beyond Luxury: A Kenya and Tanzania Safari Spectacular." In Kenya, he selected Meru National Park, Samburu National Reserve, and Masai Mara National Reserve. In Tanzania, we would visit Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park. We would then return to Kenya to visit Amboseli National Park, famous for its stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
To minimize long drives on rough roads, Matt included six internal flights between destinations. The package included all game drives—I participated in more than 20—as well as meals, drinks, a couple of spa treatments for my wife, and a hot-air balloon ride for me.
We stayed in beautifully designed tented suites, along with a few properties that would be considered luxury hotels. All the while, we were surrounded by national parks and reserves filled with incredible wildlife. We saw all of the "Big Five," along with cheetahs, wild dogs, hippos, and countless other animals.
Everyone we encountered was exceptionally kind and helpful. From the greeters at each camp and lodge to every member of the staff, we consistently received five-star service. Our guides and drivers—including Benson, Amos, Sammy, and others—were incredibly knowledgeable. After spending two or three days with each of them, we felt we had developed genuine friendships.
One of the greatest sources of peace of mind was knowing that if we had a question or encountered a problem, Albert, Hilda, or Matt were only a phone call away. Because we were traveling as a couple rather than with a group, we initially had some concerns about logistics. Who would meet us at the remote airstrips? How would border crossings work? Who would be waiting for us at each destination? Tapestry of Africa had every detail covered and checked in with us almost daily throughout the trip.
Did everything go perfectly? No. Air Kenya canceled two of our internal flights without explanation. My guess is that it was related to fuel costs and low passenger numbers. However, Tapestry informed us as soon as they learned of the changes and immediately arranged alternative transportation. It meant a long day traveling by safari vehicle over bumpy roads, but the situation was completely outside of Tapestry's control.
For me, this truly was a trip of a lifetime—one I will never forget. I returned home with more than 2,000 photographs to help preserve the memories of everything we experienced.
I give Tapestry of Africa five stars and would highly recommend them to anyone seeking an unforgettable African adventure, combined with the comfort of knowing every detail is professionally handled.
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Learning and enjoying the culture and wildlife of Tanzania
Very reliable and perfect communications.
Our guide Godlisten explicates everything in English or Spanish. It’s very nearby , respectful and friendly. He teach anything you want to know about masai culture and wild animals.
Drivers as Boaz or Daniel are very professional and transmit a lot of security.
Serengeti, Ngorongoro are absolutely recommendable.
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A journey with new surprises every day
A delightful trip with unique hotels, each featuring different animals and distinctive themes. Our guide Sami was very friendly, helping us find all the animals we wanted to see and providing detailed explanations about them. He had excellent driving skills, ensuring both safety and a smooth ride at a comfortable pace. Overall, the trip offered great value for money, and we were very satisfied with the hotel environment and dining experience.
Perfect safari experience made simple.
From start to finish, Ruth was very helpful in tailoring our Safari to the exact specifications we wanted and making sure it all went correctly.
Our guide Augustine was great, very knowledgeable about anything we came across, from animals, to birds, to trees, to plants, villages and the life of local Tanzanians. He made the whole experience one that we will never forget. Thank you!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari Experience organized by Mr. Judicate!
We went for 2 days and 1 night Safari in Tarangire and Nguronguro, it was arranged by Mr. Judicate where as he really put his hand to ensure our trips will be smooth and fun! Did not expect much for the price we paid but what we had is more than we expected! The trip was well organized and it was amazing experiences especially in Nguronguro where we really enjoyed seeing all animals in the area! It was a real value for money!
Accomodation and service provided was also great and had an entertainment!
It was really amazing experiences and would highly recommend to my friends and guests in the hotel.
Thank your Mr. Judicate for the amazing Safari Experience! Well done!👏🏼
Give my regards to your amazing guides/driver!
Till next time!
NL
Melita was amazing! Very nice tour guide. Has so much knowledge!
5 stars – an unforgettable safari with Melita!
Everything lived up to our expectations. We booked few days in advance and everything was even better than we thought. Absolutely worth your money! Good accommodation on arrival and campsites were an experience we won’t forget! Seriously good.
We had an amazing 4-day safari with 3 nights of camping, and Melita was truly a fantastic guide. Thanks to him, we were able to see the Big 5, which made the experience unforgettable. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the animals, nature, and the surroundings, and explained everything in a fun and clear way.
What made Melita extra special was how involved he was with the group. He made sure everyone felt comfortable, took the time to answer questions, and really went the extra mile to give us the best possible experience.
The camping experience was also excellent. The chef was super friendly, and the food was delicious for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Everything was well organized, and the atmosphere was very relaxed.
In short: a fantastic safari, an amazing guide, and an experience we will never forget. Absolutely worth 5 stars!
Our tour operator was extremely helpful and accommodating.
Our trip with Ozon Light Tours was better than we could have ever imagined! Starting with the booking process, Letson was very helpful in making sure our trip was exactly what we dreamed of. Our tour guide, Elijah was very accommodating and helpful. Himself and his trainee, Godlisten, made our trip so special. Making sure we had everything we needed at all times and that we were enjoying ourselves. They both were very kind and I genuinely enjoyed talking to them and getting to know them! Both Elijah and Godlisten were so informative, every question we had, they had the answer right away. They took the time to explain the animals to us and I am leaving this trip with so much more knowledge on not only the animals, but the culture here. Elijah made sure we had the most of our Safari experience, including spotting all of the big five! The truck was very clean everyday, even after all the dust from the days safari. We did have some trouble at the airport when taking our departing flight, but Elijah waited for us and made sure we were taken care of. I am very excited to share this experience with my family and friends. I am very grateful for Elijah’s help and will definitely be requesting him for our next Safari experience! I highly recommend booking with Ozon Light Tours and Elijah!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Tanzanian Experience
My wife and I were recommended Ozon and our guide, Elijah, by friends who traveled with them previously, and they did not disappoint. Ozon was quick to reply and adjust to our requests and bookings.
Our guide, Elijah, along with his trainee, Godlisten, were amazing throughout our Tanzanian experience. They were very knowledgeable about the areas and parks we traveled through and were overall fun to be around and talk to during the drives.
At the end of the experience, we ran into unfortunate flight issues. Even when we were frustrated, Elijah was extremely quick and helpful in getting everything figured out for us. We didn’t have to do a thing.
A huge thank you to Ozon, Elijah, and Godlisten for an amazing experience. Our time would not have been the same without them. I highly recommend going with Ozon and requesting Elijah as a guide, and I will be recommending them to both friends and family.