IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience with Maasai Mara Train!
We were a group of 3 and had a great experience with the Maasai Mara Train staff. We were greeted by Mr. Wilson and our driver who accompanied us the entire trip. Our tour included the hike to Mount Kenya and a safari. The staff during the climb was extremely friendly and helpful and our incredible cook accommodated us with our diet. During the safari, we drove into the parks with our driver who took us to the best spots to see wildlife. All accommodations were standard level (of course, it depends on what level you choose) and were equipped with everything we needed. We definitely recommend Maasai Mara Train!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable
We went on a three-day safari in Tsavo East and Tsavo West. Everything was well organised without any surprises. Our driver (Ahmed) done an excellent job all around.
SI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Reliable and fun
My friends and I booked the safari well in advance, and we also agreed on a transfer from the airport and an extra night's stay, since we were going on the safari the very next day. We also settled the advance payment for the reserved one with slight delays, but they were just fine. Our guide Steven was very flexible. Despite the later rescheduling of the flight and the change of airport, there were no problems, he picked us up at the agreed time, dropped us off at a nice hotel, and the next day we set off on our adventures. We visited the Serengeti Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. There was a lot of laughter during the drive, Steven was happy to accommodate our wishes, provided us with beer and stopped for the toilet many times without any ill will. :) We were lucky and saw the big 5! For me, the best moment was hanging out under the stars among the zebras. Definitely an experience not to be missed.
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US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best honeymoon ever!
The Gosheni experience was unbelievable. Peter was patient and extremely helpful throughout the planning process of our trip. We did 1 week on Kilimanjaro, 1 week safari and 1 week in Zanzibar so there was lot of logistics to cover and Peter made this as easy as possible. Our guides on Kilimanjaro, Sam and Swibert were extremely knowledgeable and experienced. They helped maintain moral by singing, dancing and telling jokes as we made our way up the mountain. They always put our well being first and made sure they we were comfortable every minute of every day.
Ombene, our guide for the safari was also extremely knowledgeable and experienced. He had a sixth sense for navigating the parks and got us up close to every animal possible. It’s safe to say that everyone on the Gosheni team went out of their way to make our experience a memorable one. I highly recommend Gosheni and their amazing staff for anyone looking to travel to Tanzania.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great service and knowledgeable
What can we say, perfect from start to finish, Thom and Issa where accommodating and helpful with arranging the trip and then the service, knowledge and good humor of Nina our guide was incredible. We did the 4 day safari and saw so much wildlife and learnt a lot about all the animals. The accommodation was superb and the food provided was nourishing and delicious. We will definitely recommend this to anyone looking to book a Tanzanian safari.
One bit of advice to travelers, if you’re paying in USD make sure it’s new money past 2016 as they didn’t accept it, we had to pay using bank transfer which cost extra fees so be mindful.
Thanks for an unforgettable experience
KM
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great team for a great safari
6 days safari in Masai Mara, Amboseli, Naivasha Lake and Hells gate, a lot of species from elephants to mangoes. We really enjoyed our time during the trip. Lenox replies very quickly we customized our trip as we wanted and help us with the transfer to Mombasa. Kevin our 10-year experience guide has driven and guided us very well. He is flexible and funny, and drove some additional road to get my lost glasses.
I recommend !
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional & accommodating
I had a wonderful 2-day Safari experience through Tanganyika Travels. I visited Ngorongoro Crater on day one, stayed the night in Moshi, and visited Tarangire National Park on day two. My driver and guide was very friendly and communicated with other Safari drivers to ensure we saw elusive creatures, such as a leopard with its kill in a tree. Saw 4 of the big 5, missing only the rhino. An amazing experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professionals who care about your experience
Australian, solo male traveller, age 30.
Big time safaris are professionals through and through. They offer great service at a budget price.
For myself, I intended to complete 11 days safari but after 4 days I wanted to go hiking instead. Steve, David and Jimi arranged this for me with zero stress and zero worries through WhatsApp.
The safari time that I had was perfect. Patrick was my guide and he was knowledgeable and made sure we had a great time. Don’t expect luxury accomodation or transport, it is a budget tour after all but with that said, the van is perfect for your safari needs and the tent accomodation meets your needs of saving costs (ask the organisers to upgrade you if you want something more comfortable, which they will gladly arrange).
Hiking mount kenya was an unreal experience and I am so grateful to the big time crew for organising it because it will remain my holiday highlight.
Thanks big time, I had a great time
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
TERRIBLE BUSINESS PEOPLE
We have a charter with them in February 2022 for our VIP clients, and our charter was to pick up the guest from the hotel on Zanzibar Island and drop them at the Zanzibar Airport. They cancelled our prepaid flight last minute. The client was so angry and had taken us to court for this.
When we demanded a refund, they said they will but to date, we still waiting for a full refund. We feel we are scammed but the owner Albert Gombanila and is a very difficult person to deal with and always gets away with excuses. We would say that they are irresponsible liars and frauds.
Stay away from them
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tanzania safari at its best
My sisters and I got in touch with Michael after getting a recommendation from a friend. He was very professional and based on our requests tailored a wonderful adventure for us at a very reasonable price. We had endless communications over whatsapp and email before the trip to hash out all the logistics and ease our minds that we are going to have a blast. He took care of everything and his plan worked flawlessly.
He went above and beyond accommodating our every wish and ensured that we have a memorable time in beautiful Tanzania.
Very friendly, positive and extremely knowledgeable.
I wholeheartedly recommend taking your safari with him. You won't regret it!
PS: Tanzania is indeed very beautiful.
