35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A tour operator that listens and delivers!
From the first communication with Jerome, it was smooth and easy despite our time difference. We love the package which included 2 campsites. As this was our first safari, obviously I have a lot of questions and Jerome responded swiftly.
Accommodations we were put in were all lovely. They were basic but had everything you need. All the toilets in Tanzania have bidets!
Miguel greeted us at Kilimanjaro airport and took us to our accommodation. We met with Abraham, our tour guide throughout the safari who is very experienced and knowledgeable. He did his best to bring us as close - yet safe distance to the animals as possible. It was mind blowing!
Meru also has their own safari chef who prepares meals for us. We got chef Borhan who is an excellent cook, and we truly enjoyed the meals. It was way more than we have expected.
Jambo Bwana was our anthem every day and we danced together.
I highly recommend Meru Slopes Tours & Safari for your Tanzania adventures!
Asante Sana team! We hope to visit again with you!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Payment system is a nightmare; guides are good
The company’s payment system was still not working even after we arrived in Africa and began the trip. We had been unable to pay by credit card through their system for several months, and the company also appeared to be experiencing issues. They asked us to pay by wire transfer, which was not possible for some members of our group and did not feel secure.
Aside from the payment issues, our tour guides were knowledgeable, passionate, and excellent. We were very happy to see the animals and visit so many beautiful places.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Ukhozi Tours delivered an exceptional, personalized safari with expert guiding and photography coach
David put together a fantastic itinerary and handled all the planning for our amazing week in Kruger National Park and surrounding areas. He communicated frequently with us from the start and guided our selections to perfectly match our wish list. His guidance was exceptional and went above and beyond anything we could have expected, he offered advice on everything from packing, to safety, to other things to do while in South Africa. David handled all the logistics including vehicle rental, route planning, airport pickup, selecting and arranging lodgings, and provisions for our family of four (2 adults + 2 teens) including one with a severe food allergy. He even personally prepared two fantastic meals for us on the braai!
During the safari he was an extremely informative guide who knew the area and the animals exceptionally well, he kept every drive entertaining with information about various plants, birds and other animals, and national history. We saw all of the Big 5 animals, plus so many more; we even had 2 leopard sightings within an hour of each other!
As a professional photographer he was able to provide excellent guidance and mentoring to a complete beginner. He set up amazing shots and offered advice as well as feedback that were instrumental for building confidence and capturing magical moments.
Ukhozi Tours planned and executed an altogether exceptional and uniquely tailored experience that was more than we could have hoped for and we can’t wait to go again. Beware the bite of the Safari Bug!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing service, couldn’t have asked for a better driver!
When you’re booking a safari tour ride, no matter how many reviews you read it’s all down to the driver!
Bencen, our driver was one of the best. He was super friendly, especially with our children. He made us feel comfortable, working around our timings, making it easy for us to adjust to the timings and get the best experience ever! My boys also grew fond of Bencen and he made them feel very comfortable, he would all of our many questions, and told us many facts about the animals and the country.
Bencen did his best to show us around the Masai Mara camp and took care of us very well. We managed to see all the BIG FIVES, and the Ugly fives, and many more animals.
The company Super Eagles were great and easy to communicate with, making the whole experience excellent!
We would highly recommend booking with the company and asking for Bencen in particular! We did meet other drivers on the Game drives from Super Eagle and they too were all very friendly and welcoming!
Thank you so much for creating the best memories and experience of the Safari!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent top to bottom
I was impressed with super eagles from start to finish. It’s always scary when spending a substantial amount of money for a trip but Daisy at Super eagles was amazing, she helped in every way possible from offering advice, clear communications. I travelled with 2 young children and she was always there to answer any queries.
Out tour guide Bensonwas amazing, he made the trip extra special. Hos knowledge of Masai mara was phenomenal, he was patient and always made sure we were okay along the way.
He would constantly make communication with other drivers to ensure we don’t miss any animals.
He made us feel safe, welcomed and gave us an amazing experience.
If you want to he satisfied with your safari experience i would recommend booking with Supereagles.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Patrick was wonderful, responsive, very experienced, and the ultimate professional tour guide.
Wonderful! Amazing! We booked a private tour with Ramja and had an amazing experience. While our tour was not necessarily the cheapest, it was definitely worth the money. From the beginning communications were clear and responsive. Our Land Cruiser was comfortable. But the best part of the tour was our guide Patrick. He is an experienced guide who worked so hard to make sure we enjoyed our safari, from driving to make sure we had the best spot and photo opportunity, to relentlessly searching for animals to make sure we didn’t miss the big 5 (which we didn’t). He accommodated our requests graciously and made changes considering what was best for our family. I really enjoyed learning about the Kenyan culture from listening to him and he was a wealth of knowledge about the animals. Highly recommended Ramja and especially Patrick!
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Everything was organised to perfection
We are originally from Zimbabwe so this was like coming home. The accommodation in Victoria Falls was fantastic. Would suggest doing a riverboat trip (not dinner) on a big boat and then on a hotel small boat . You would get more chance of seeing game and enjoying a cruise that way.
Go to the Falls early and take a cheap poncho for part of the walk.
The camps were extraordinary. We usually had the jeep to ourselves or another couple might join. The morning trip can be very cold so I enjoyed the camp instead of going on that game drive. It was quite and you can just sit out and look at the water hole and read. The afternoon trip with sundowners was good fun.
Would highly recommend this trip to anyone that want an adventure. Its not for the faint hearted as there are lots of close encounters with game.
Off2Africa did a great job and we never had to worry about plans go wrong.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Superbly knowledgeable Safari Expert
We just came back from a life-changing 2-week safari in Kenya and Tanzania. Thanks to Maurice Nzwii, owner of Africa Safari Classic, we went to multiple camps in both Masai Mara and Northern Serengeti, as well as Ngorongoro Crater and finished at Arusha. We consider ourselves discerning and demanding clients who had done quite a few bucket-list type journeys. But nothing prepared us for the majesty of the Mara with the lush expanse of grass dotted with animals. Our driver guide Peter had lots of field experience and was very passionate about the animals.
Our first camp was the epitome of quiet luxury, situated in a shady grove with a magnificent front row view of the Mara River inside the National Reserve. The impeccable service with a nod to bygone British elegance, set an Out-of-Africa kind of tone without being excessive. If we were not anxious to go to game drives, we could just spend hours relaxing on the veranda watching the hippos and crocodiles hanging out on the banks with a nice glass of wine. Our tents were beautiful, and there was a hot water bottle in our bed at night and hot coffee and cookies were brought to our tent 30 minutes before our time for breakfast at 6:30am. What a nice wake-up call. Needless to say, we had seen hundreds of animals in the 2-day stay here.
Just when we thought things couldn't get any better, there was the Naboisho Conservancy. Here, the experience felt more intimate than that found in the National Reserve. The staff were 90% Masai and the lodges there all contributed to protecting the natural environment and the Masai community. The warm welcome and personal touch at this lodge was incomparable. Our every needs and wishes were met with a smile. From the super tracker guide who could find the most dramatic animal interactions to our dedicated server who took care of every meal with a nice smile, we were treated like guests being invited into their homeland. Other special programs include a walking safari, a night safari, and a wonderful bush dinner when a hyena tried to crash the party.
After reluctantly left Naboisho, we crossed the border via 2 bush flights and a bus and arrived at our mobile migration camp in the Northern Serengeti. In this most remote location, we found a perfectly designed and constructed tented camp. Again, the service was impeccable and it offered the feeling of being in the bush. As in all the other safari tented camps, we had to be escorted by a Masai guard with a spear from our tent to the dining pavilion after dark. But this camp was surrounded by tall grass with narrow paths. So, twice a day, before sunrise and after sunset, we had our own little adventures right here at camp. The hyenas wailed all night, and some other big animals were munching right outside. The tents were beautifully appointed and everything was thoughtfully designed. But the most important thing was: we witnessed a spectacular river crossing.
On the way to Arusha, Maurice's Tanzania guide picked us up early and drove 5 hours to Olduvai Gorge Museum where we could find a shady picnic table for lunch and also clean washrooms. Again, this guide Herman was also very experienced. He knew all the best stops for clean washrooms along the long drive, which was very appreciated. We enjoyed the museum a lot. But we needed to get going so we could arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater in time for a Sundowner. The camp Maurice found for us was superbly situated on the rim near the access road down to the crater floor. So, early next morning, we were one of the first vehicles that arrived. It was important because the place could get really overwhelmed by tourists. Against all odds, Herman found us a pair of rhinos.
When we got to our last lodging in Arusha, we just expected it would be a nice place to rest before our flight. But Maurice gave us the last surprise. This Lake Duluti Lodge was located inside a forest reserve. The tropical jungly atmosphere was a nice contrast with the dry and breezy savannah. The general manager came to chat during dinner and proposed a walking tour of their coffee plantation and farm. He ended up spending more than 3 hours with us. We learned about their coffee plantings and farm management. And he took us to the local market and explained things to us. We went back to our room, got freshen up, and were driven to the airport for our international flight.
Overall, we had a challenging itinerary and non-stop actions. We really appreciated Maurice's insights, honesty, and patience that made this possible. After this, we have no idea where else to go to rival this experience.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Amazing Guide and Unforgettable Experience
Charles was an amazing guide and truly made our safari an experience we will never forget. He went above and beyond throughout the entire trip, always helping with our luggage and gear and sharing his incredible knowledge of the animals, national parks, and different communities we visited. His English is excellent, and he was always happy to answer our questions.
Some of our drives between the National parks were several hours long, which gave us the chance to really get to know Charles. We quickly saw just how hardworking, driven, and genuinely kind he is. By the end of the trip, he felt so much more than just our guide.
Charles also seems to know people everywhere, which definitely has its perks! One of our most unforgettable experiences was when he called a ranger friend who knew about a leopard resting in a tree. Charles took us there, and we were able to watch the leopard without a crowd of other safari vehicles around us. It was such an intimate and incredible experience.
Charles knows the secret spots, knows the right people, and is always willing to go the extra mile to make your trip special. I’m planning another trip within the year, just so I can have Charles show me another unforgettable experience.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Zanzibar Island by Fateha Fahmi
Love Zanzibar and 3 nights is not enough. Swim with dolphins, reef walking and cooking lunch with locals are our highlights!
Friendly locals and easy to navigate around on a scooter. Lovely weather too.