ES
Professional and authentic safari experts — Daniel and John made it unforgettable.
Tanzania truly exceeded every expectation. Spending a full week exploring the parks was simply unreal. We were lucky enough to see the Big Five, and not from far away — lions resting just meters from the vehicle, a leopard crossing right in front of us, cheetahs out in the open. It honestly felt like being inside a wildlife documentary. The photos are incredible, but the real magic is the emotion you feel in the moment.
A huge part of this experience was thanks to our guides, John and Daniel. Their knowledge, timing, and instinct are on another level. They always seemed to know exactly where to go and how to position the vehicle for the best possible view. You never feel rushed — they make sure you truly experience each sighting.
Daniel speaking fluent Spanish made everything even more special for us. He didn’t just point out animals; he explained the history, culture, ecosystems, and local traditions throughout the journey. We came for a safari, but we left with a deep understanding of Tanzania and its way of life.
What we appreciated most was their respect — for nature, for the animals, and for us as guests. Nothing felt forced or intrusive. The entire trip felt responsible, authentic, and thoughtfully organized.
The food was consistently excellent, the lodges were comfortable and beautifully selected, and the overall service was professional yet very personal.
This wasn’t just a trip — it was a life experience. The kind you talk about for years and carry with you forever.
We would absolutely do it again, even with children. Experiencing nature at its purest like this is something everyone should live at least once.
Huge thanks to Daniel, John, Jackson, and Top Selected Tours for making it unforgettable.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Top Selected Tours and guides John & Dani made it effortless—we saw the Big Five thanks to them.
If you’re thinking about doing a safari in Tanzania, stop searching — this is it. After one week on safari in Tanzania, we can only say one thing: SPECTACULAR.
We’ve seen absolutely everything, including the Big Five — and incredibly close. Lions just a few meters away, leopards, cheetahs… moments that felt like they were straight out of a documentary. We captured amazing photos and videos, but honestly, the best part isn’t that — it’s the feeling of witnessing it live.
Our guides, John and Daniel, were key to making everything so perfect. If you book with Top Selected Tours, you have to ask to go with them. They know exactly where to go at the right time, they know the precise spots where the animals are, and they position the vehicle perfectly so you get the best possible view and can fully enjoy every moment.
Something that was especially important for us: Daniel speaks perfect Spanish, and throughout the entire trip he explained not only what we were seeing, but also the cultural, historical, and natural background of each place. We learned so much about Tanzania — its traditions, its wildlife, its way of life. It’s not just a safari; it’s truly understanding the place you’re visiting.
They completely adapt to you, and they have deep respect for the ecosystem and the animals — and you can feel that. At no point does it feel like anything is being forced. Everything flows naturally and responsibly.
The food was excellent every single day, the service was warm and highly professional, and the accommodations were very well chosen and extremely comfortable.
Without exaggeration, this has been one of the best experiences of our lives. It’s the kind of trip that leaves a mark on you forever — the kind that stays in your heart.
And the best part is that it’s an experience we would absolutely do even with children. Seeing nature in its purest state in this paradise is something everyone should experience at least once in their life.
We will definitely repeat.
Thank you, Daniel.
Thank you, John.
Thank you, Jackson.
Thank you, Top Selected Tours!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous trip fabulous guide and driver fabulous owner
Guide and driver, Paulo was an incredible person even without the tour.
His knowledge of the area and of course the animals was amazing. He was personable and funny.
The company owner and main communicator was James. We bombarded him with questions for almost a year leading up to the trip and he didn’t flinch once. Even though we didn’t meet him we felt we knew him.
Worth every penny and more. Accommodations were terrific and food much better than we thought we would get.
This was by far the trip of a lifetime!
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Service and Unforgettable Experience
I had an exceptional experience with West Wild on both my Kilimanjaro climb and safari tour. The entire journey was thoughtfully organized, and every detail was handled smoothly from beginning to end.
During the Kilimanjaro trek, our guide was incredibly knowledgeable—not only in geology, which made the mountain itself come alive through his explanations, but also in sports science and physical endurance. His advice on pacing, breathing, and energy management was extremely helpful. What impressed me most was his patience and attentiveness. He constantly checked on our condition and made sure everyone felt supported and safe throughout the climb.
On safari, our guide was equally outstanding. He had extensive knowledge of wildlife and could explain animal behavior in fascinating detail. You could truly feel his passion and respect for animals—it wasn’t just a job for him. His driving skills were excellent, allowing us to get close to incredible sightings while always maintaining safety. Every evening, he would ask us about our “high moment” and “low moment” of the day, which made the experience more reflective and meaningful.
Both guides had strong personal charisma. They were not only professional but also warm, inspiring, and genuinely enjoyable to spend time with.
The company’s overall organization was excellent, and everything ran smoothly. The owner himself is a charismatic and thoughtful person, which is clearly reflected in the quality of the team and the service. I highly recommend West Wild to anyone looking for a reliable and high-quality adventure experience.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Overall Amazing Tour Experience
The tour with Majestic Explorers was amazing from beginning to end. They were very accommodating. They communicated very well and made the experience very special. I really liked the lodging choices they provided for me. My tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative and was sure to make the game drives a spectacular experience. The chef made nice and tasty meals each day and I got to see the big 5; even the rhino!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We loved our time with Greenfire and would recommend to everyone considering safari.
We were with Greenfire lodge for 3 days and 2 nights. We went on 4 game drives.
The lodge itself was very intimate, beautiful grounds and a lovely pool. Our room was right overlooking the riverbed and it was very private. Very comfortable with every amenity we needed. Carol took time to give us a tour of the room and facilities. She also welcomed us back from every game drive.
The food was delicious and plentiful.
The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Our game driver Victor was a highlight of our trip. He was extremely knowledgeable about the land, animals and history. He was always determined to ensure we had the best experience, constantly communicating with other drivers to know what animals were out and about on the land. By the end of our short stay, he felt like a friend.
Overall we wouldn’t change a thing about our stay and would recommend this lodge to anyone looking for a personalized and intimate experience.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Efficient, informative and most helpful. Wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.
From my first enquiry regarding a tour to see the Golden Monkeys in Rwanda and Gorilla trekking in Uganda, the tour guide, Bernard, was always very helpful and provided plenty of information. I received a phone call from him to discuss the quotation provided & he personally answered any questions I had about the tour. Being an older client, he learned about my fitness level & was able to reassure me that I would be capable of going on this tour. Bernard met us at Kigali Airport & stayed with us until the end of the tour when he took us to our accommodation back in Kigali. We felt safe at all times. On the day of the gorilla trekking, Bernard called ahead & ensured we were on the correct level of trekking. We wanted a full experience of the jungle & the environment where the gorillas live, as well as seeing the gorillas. It was a truly memorable tour and I can fully recommend TrueVine Safaris. was a truly memorable tour and I can fully recommend TrueVine Safaris.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service
Meru Slopes picked us up from Kiliminjaro Airport and took us to the Kibo Palace Hotel in Arusha. The next day a very embarrassed Kelvin was obliged to tell us that our Holiday Company (Verikson Holidays) had failed to pay. Kelvin spent the day with us taking us to the African Art Museum in Arusha. We managed to persuade Verikson to pay and later that day the funds went through. At the very last minute on the next morning Meru Slopes managed to get the 2 of us off on a 4 day safari into Tarangire, the Serengeti (2 days) and Ngorongoro National Parks. Max was our driver. He was a careful driver, considerate, polite, had a sense of humour and seemed to have an uncanny ability to find wildlife without often being surrounded by other Toyota Land Cruisers. Thanks very much Max. Our accommodation was changed from that booked due to the necessary last minute bookings given Verikson Holidays overdue payment. Nonetheless we were satisfied. On the 5th day Meru Slopes gave us a courtesy cultural tour, a village tour which was enlightening, interesting and worthwhile then a visit to a Maasai village which was a little too touristy for our taste. That evening Kelvin joined us at our hotel to apologise for the disruption to our holiday, not that we held Meru Slopes responsible. He also presented us with gifts. The other drivers; Edson and Joseph (?) were also very pleasant. We would highly recommend Meru Slopes (but advise everyone to never use Verikson Holidays!).
NL
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Happy, well educated, fluently speaking, good listener, relaxt, funny, always laughing!
We had a very good experience with our safari guide Saloniki!! He was so good, he explained everything about different animals to us, stopped whenever we wanted to and was always happy (even with rain hahaha).
Also we made a really good friend, on the camp, named David! We really enjoyed his company and look forward to see them again!
The Price-Quality ratio was excellent! We had a very big and spacious home with a beautiful lookout over the mountains and the park.
Also the pick ups are very well arranged, we never had to do something ourselves.
Overall we are very satisfied with the service provided by Kihindo and are likely to book again!
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They made our safari experience wonderful and perfect!
We had a truly amazing experience and are very happy we chose Mountain Warriors. From start to finish we were taken care of and I would highly recommend them to anyone going to Tanzania! They are reliable, the accomodations were more than we expected, and on top of that the food was amazing 🙏