NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable and Trusted. Amazing African Adventure
our experience with Gecko Tanzania Adventures was fantastic. We went with them on a six day safari trip to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater and it was perfect.
Rama had arranged all logistics, hotels, permits so that the operations ran smoothly.
We had a nice adventure to see so many different kinds of wildlife, birds and beautiful landscapes.
The lodges were beautiful and we had excellent rest areas.
We will definitely book with Gecko Tanzania on my next trip.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect organisation of safari and mountain climbing
We did a 11 day trip to Tanzania to climb Mount Meru and a 3 day Safari to 3 parks. We were very happy with the organisation and communication, the guides, who were very nice, always in a good mood and spoke very well English resp. German and the hotels. In the parks we saw lots of animals including very close lions. We hope to come back for another tour !
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very good organization, thank you!
Thank you all was fantastic, our trip to Victoria Falls went very well
DK
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Philo and Paul are fair, reliable, highly professional and warm hearted.
Very best Safari with African Savannah Trekkers
My son and I had our first Safari , 8 days in June 2022. Philomena had arranged it beautifully, according to our many detailed e-mail conversations. She was service minded and open to our requests, as well as patient with our many questions.
When we actually met with Philo in Tanzania, she impressed me with her high professionalism, integrity and sweet concern. Philo looked after us when we arrived in Arusha. She was in touch over the phone a few times during the actual Safari week. And she came to see us well off, on the day of our departure.
Safari gamedrives, accommodations, meals and lunch boxes were all very fine.
Especially our skilled driver and excellent guide, Paul, made the actual 8 day Safari an experience of a lifetime, for me.
Being an elderly person from Denmark , I was initially a bit apprehensive, about contacting and dealing with a local African provider of Safari, on the internet. However, I found both Philo and Paul most trustworthy. And I felt safe and taken care of from the very first day, when we landed at Kilimanjaro Airport.
Day 1 on the Safari Paul took us on a gamedrive to Tarangire National Park. Here we saw a lion couple, an elephant family with calfs close up, an old male elephant who took a nap, and several giraffes. As well as many Zebra herds alongside with Wildebeest and Gazelles. Plus a very, very old Baobab tree. In Tarangire we had the highest concentration of wildlife encounters, during the whole Safari.
We spent the night at Karatu Lodge, Marera Valley, which was booked as a middle range accommodation. To my standard it was luxurious. The staff was kind, and food was delicious. Our cottage was comfortable, with a beautiful view over a coffee plantation and the hills.
Day 2, on our way to Serengeti , we visited the arcaological museum at Olduvai Gorge. The site is the assumed cradle of Homo Sapiens. Very interesting, facinating and educational . We spent the night at Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp.
Day 3 - 5 we went to Serengeti National Park. Our gamedrives went through only part of Central Serengeti, but still covered a vast area. We stayed two nights at Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp. A very charming accommodation in midst of the Savannah, with a fine long distance view.
In the early mornings and in the evening, a Masai accompanied us to and fro, between the restaurant and our luxury tented shelter. He carried a tall stick and a torch. That was assuring, when darkness had fallen on the Savannah.
On the gamedrives in the Serengeti, we got many close up photos of elephants, giraffes, lions and cheetaes. As well as (to us) exotic birds.
All thanks to our highly experienced guide Paul. He managed to track the wildlife and position the vehicle. This way we got fine photos, even though our only photo equipment was a mobilephone. We even saw several leopards, at relatively short distance. Paul made every gamedrive a uniqe experience.
As a Safari guide Paul is really one in a million. He has huge knowledge of the local wildlife, and a fine sense of how to get near shy creatures. Any question from us about flora or fauna, that he might not have an immediate answer to, he would soon look up and clarify. Paul was allways attentative and in a good mood, during the whole trip.
Paul possesses a rare combination of professionalism and an ability to relate on a personal level. Without becoming private. I much appreciated his good company.
Day 6 - 8 in the morning we had gamedrive in Serengeti, and later the same day went to Ngorongoro Highlands.
We spent one night at Rhino Lodge. The accommodation and food was very good, and the staff friendly and helpfull. In the highlands it was rainy and a bit cold. So it was nice, when the staff lit a fireplace in our room, for the night. The next night we spent at Karatu Lodge, once again. Still very fine.
The last two days of the Safari we entered Ngorongoro Crater. You go down 600 meters into the caldera. Down and out of the morning mist, we saw lush greenery everywhere.
I was fascinated by driving around among the wildlife, with the crater walls / hills towering above, all around. There are several freshwater springs in the crater, which sustain wildlife. We saw elephant herds, giraffes and baboons on the slopes. On the crater floor we saw the now familar herds of horned and hoofed animals. Including hippoes in the swamps.
In the soda lake there were floks of flamingoes. We followed a lion couple close up. And we even saw a big Rhino at some distance. At that point we had ticked off, all of The Big Five
I feel lucky, that we chose African Savannah Trekkers, amongst the many providers of Safari Tours. It was a privilege to meet Philo, and to spend time with Paul on the gamedrives. Asante sana !
I hope, that their boss shows them deserved appreciation, for their dedicated work in the team. They must be an invaluable contribution to the business firm.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Easy to communicate and great service
I contacted WildLife Sun Safaris directly via email after reading reviews on TripAdvisor.
Great communication with James who offered different options and was very professional.
I recommend 3 days safari. My driver (Thoya) was lovely and made sure I see as many animals as possible. He listens to radio and suddenly we are at the spots where are lions or cheetah. He does maximum to make you happy.
I stayed at Sentrim Mara lodge with hot water, drinking water, pool and buffet, which was delicious and different every day.
I would recommend 4x4 car for transport.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trip of a lifetime!!
Mufasa put together a safari that far exceeded our expectations. Our guide Nelson is amazing and now considered a friend. Every day we were blown away with an experience that was unexpected, from walking with the giraffes at crescent island to the 5 star treatment at each and every camp. I recommend Mufasa tours and specifically Nelson as a guide. You won’t be disappointed! We will be back!
IS
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great adventure and good transport
Even though we were a big team of eight,Kenamoti got us a landcruiser bug enough for all of us without being separated.We had a great adventure through the vast scenaries of Maasai Mara and Amboseli at an affordable fee
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Knowledge about everything nature and wildlife! Goes above and beyond to make the trip unforgettable
Really amazing trip and will forever be in my heart, made absolutely beautiful memories that I will cherish. The group was amazing and Allen's expertise and knowledge is truly wonderful. What a gem!
We had a wonderful group with a lot of excited people and we really enjoyed ourselves. The staff goes above and beyond to make it the perfect experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari
We sprint 3 amazing days at the Nyerere National Park !
We see all animals of the Park and we experienced magical moments like hunting a lioness or baby éléphant play with brothers and sisters.
Our guide Eric was great and allowed us to be as close as possible to the animals.
All our trip was organized by Uwanda Tour and safaris and everything went well thanks to them!
I recommend this trip and this Park because you will see amazing things et with the jeep and your guide, you wan go where you want in the Park!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Richard was our tour guide and he was the absolute star of this trip! We were in Masaai Mara for 3 days and we saw all the “Big 5” thanks to him. He knew where to go and had such an eye for spotting. Super resourceful as well whenever we ask questions. Couldnt have asked for a better tour guide, exceeded expectations - thank you so much Richie! Also, he was very punctual as well, he ensured the programme flowed perfectly.