CH
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional
The Safari in Tanzania was an unforgettable experience. Tiring, for long car trips but worth it. We saw the big five, all very nice, even the facilities. We were accompanied by a very good driver (Eduard) and a young but good translator (Enric). Only one thing I would avoid: Lake Manyara. The food is unfortunately repetitive.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a good trip, John was very available to suggest us the best trip and cost.
John was available during our research of the best Safari trip. Also the driver, Isaac, was good, he would found for us the best experience, searching all the big five, and he do it! In general the experience was very emotional.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
Trip was absolutely amazing. Everything went as planned and we got to see the gorillas. Beautiful trip. Our guide Solomon was also amazing, super helpful, very attentive to detail and always with the best attitude. Highly recommended
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Safari Experience with Inland African Explorers
I recently returned from an unforgettable safari in Tanzania organized by Inland African Explorers, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Our entire trip was coordinated and guided by Mr. George (manages Inland African Explorers), who made the experience truly outstanding. From the very beginning, George impressed us with his professionalism (always on time), deep knowledge of wildlife, and exceptional driving skills. He navigated challenging terrains and harsh weather conditions with complete confidence and ensured we always felt safe and comfortable. His ability to spot wildlife — even from long distances — was remarkable. One of the highlights of our trip was witnessing a cheetah hunt, something we would have completely missed if not for his incredible spotting skills. The accommodations arranged for us were extremely comfortable, and the team took great care to ensure everyone received the right food options, including vegetarian meals for few members of our group. Every detail was thoughtfully handled, allowing us to fully enjoy the beauty of Tanzania without any stress.
If you are considering a safari in Tanzania, I highly recommend Inland African Explorers. With George’s expertise, passion, and hospitality, you are guaranteed an exceptional and memorable adventure.
JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They are so kind and so helpful. No matter how I ask a question, they respond it everytime.
There is one thing I can write is this tour is safe and belieable.
EE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfectly Organized and Truly Memorable Trip and Safari Experience with Imara Africa Safari
We were truly lucky to choose this company as our travel partner and organizer.
Every detail was carefully thought through and professionally arranged.
Thanks to their excellent work, we were able to fully focus on the experience and enjoy the beauty of African nature and the local culture.
We especially appreciated the quick communication, the attention to our wishes, and the many helpful recommendations we received.
We highly recommend Imara Africa Safari!
Thank you so much!
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good reception at the destination and very professional.
An incredible private tour! Our guide Alex went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time on our safari. Every single park had its own unique charm and exceeded our expectations.
BR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great ride
My second ride was perfect. Thomas was a great driver and the car was very comfortable, much more than the first one.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
a guide who was inattentive, dishonest, and only cared about money
Although our guide John might not be the absolute worst, I still want to write about some of the unpleasant experiences during our trip, both for your reference and in the hope that it will catch the attention of the tour operator's management.
1. Suspected Ticket Fraud:
· Our scheduled 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM safari on Day 1 was reduced to 30 mins.He took us to two overpriced souvenir shops. At the first, he disappeared; at the second, he pressured us to buy, saying it "helps the locals."
· Arrived late at the park gate ~5 PM, but he kept us waiting at the gate, claiming the "ticket system was down." We entered near 6 PM.
· We later learned that entry after 6 PM is free for guests staying inside the park. Our $100/person fee (included in the package) was likely pocketed. He refused to provide a receipt.
2. Poor Game-Spotting Skills:
· Spent more hours on common animals (giraffes, zebras) while other groups saw leopards and cheetah kills.
· Claimed he "discovered" a pride of 4 lions and bragged to every guide, then demanded $10/person tip for it. We gave $5, and he sulked afterwards.
· When we asked him to find the scene that the other group has already seen, he was very serious and told us not to give pressure on him.
3. Safety & Scary Incident (Nakuru transfer):
· Stopped on a roadside for a boxed lunch; a nail punctured the tire, according to his words, when parking aside, the nail punctured(I was doubtful). During fixing the tire, a mentally unstable local opened our car door, shouting aggressively. It was terrifying. John just told us to hold our valuables on the car. We are confused and scared and not dare to get off the car, though they are fixing the car.
4. Rushing & Dishonesty (Crescent Island):
· Gave us only 1 hour at Crescent Island, rushing us back for his own schedule (wanted to "wash the car" and meet friends).
· Later asked for Day 1's tip again, hoping we forgot. We paid for safety.
5. Tardiness & Lies (Amboseli transfer):
· Arrived 3 hours late, lying about "car repairs." Hotel staff helped us to urge him.
· "Compensated" us with a cheap fast-food meal, claiming it cost him $70. We checked the menu – it was about $15. At first, he said he will compensate 3 hours late, but finally he said he catched up with the safari 3:30pm, actually it was 3:40pm and haven't reach the Amboseli gate.Not a word was mentioned about the loss of out hotel rest and leisure time.
6. Final Day Greed:
· Rushed us through the market/supermarket (total 2 hrs).
· Demanded $20 for highway tolls (far exceeding actual cost). We paid the actual receipts.
· Dropped us far from the terminal.
I hope this feedback will make them reflect on the essence of doing business—it should be built on integrity, not on deceiving customers for short-term gains. As for the guide's misconduct(other frustrating details I won't mention more), much of it was obvious to us at the time; we simply chose not to confront him for the sake of our safety and a smooth trip.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about creating unforgettable safari memories.
We had an absolutely unforgettable experience in Masai Mara, and a big reason for that was our guide, Khalifa from Axis Africa Safaris.
Khalifa is incredibly knowledgeable about wildlife, animal behavior, and the entire ecosystem of Masai Mara. His vision and spotting skills are truly exceptional — he could identify animals from remarkable distances, even when they were perfectly camouflaged! Thanks to him, we witnessed some breathtaking sightings that we would have otherwise missed.
He was patient, professional, and always ensured we had the best viewing angles while prioritizing safety. He also made the experience very comfortable and enjoyable for our family, especially our little one.
If you’re planning a safari, we highly recommend requesting Khalifa. He truly made our Masai Mara trip memorable and special!
