US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hamadi is the best of the best.
Cannot say enough about this amazing experience! We loved all the lodges and our guide, Hamadi was amazing.
Most importantly, we had the best experience seeing all the Big 5 up close plus so much more. It was the trip of a lifetime and the kindness and generosity of the Tanzanian people will bring me back again.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Top-Notch SOLO Experience Spencer Safari
As a solo female traveler of a certain—and let's just say, advanced—age, I approached my Mt. Kilimanjaro summit to the Mandara Huts with both excitement and a healthy dose of caution. SpencerSafari made sure I only had to focus on one thing: the joy of the journey.
From the moment they picked me up right on schedule, I knew I was in capable hands. The support team was not only professional but also incredibly thoughtful. My guide/porter was a gem—carrying my water, garments, and even a delicious lunch so I could concentrate on my footing and soak in the experience. The early morning wake-up call was just one of many details they handled with precision and care.
SpencerSafari made my solo trek seamless, safe, and empowering. If they can help me reach my goal, they can help anyone. I’m officially a fan. A+ service, heart, and execution.
Highly recommended for anyone seeking a personalized, well-supported adventure on Kilimanjaro!
Date of experience: August 2025
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The perfect guide and host
We made with 3 guys a wonderful trip to the summit of the Kilimanjaro thanks to Renga and his team. Everything was well organised from the start at Kilimanjaro Airport. Renga is the perfect guide and an excellent host. He made our dream come true, step by step as he was used to say. Many tnx!!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Serengeti Smile is attentive, well-organised, and makes your safari seamless — just request a guide
I had a clear idea of what I wanted my trip to be, and Serengeti Smile accommodated it perfectly. Patricia was always just a WhatsApp message away, making it easy to adjust plans and brainstorm ideas. Everything — flights, transfers, and accommodations — was flawlessly organised. We had three nights in the northern Serengeti for the migration, then moved on to Ngorongoro for two nights at the beautiful Naserian Camp. The lodges were excellent, safe, and friendly, and our driver ensured we had cold drinks and everything we needed on long days. His English, however, was limited, and for English-speaking guests I’d recommend requesting a guide with strong English for a more engaging experience. Overall, a fantastic and well-run trip that I’d highly recommend.
DO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A beautiful memories I will always carry in my hearts.
The journey was challenging, but every step was worth it for this unforgettable encounter with nature’s giants. My 3-day gorilla trekking adventure in Uganda was nothing short of magical. Trekking through lush, mist-covered forests, we followed the calls of birds and the rustle of leaves until we finally stood face-to-face with a gentle mountain gorilla family. Watching their playful young and wise silverback in their natural habitat was a humbling, once-in-a-lifetime moment. Every moment I felt excited and thrilled.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best holiday EVER
I did a 5-day safari with 3 nights in lodges and 2 nights camping. The experience was absolutely amazing — we saw so many animals and never felt bored for a second. The food was delicious and plentiful, with a great variety of vegetables, meat, fruit, and more. I never once felt hungry after a meal.
Our guide was fantastic, and the places we stayed were all great. The camping was basic but fine — cold showers in the Serengeti, but it was manageable. In Ngorongoro, it was very cold at night, but the campsite was beautiful and we even slept beside zebras, which made it unforgettable. The team who organized the safari were always available and incredibly helpful.
I 100% recommend this safari experience — I loved every moment of it.
There’s also an optional activity for $20: visiting a Maasai village. Personally, I don’t recommend it. For me, it didn’t feel authentic — everything seemed staged. We were welcomed with a dance, then shown the school where children recited letters and numbers, and afterward taken to the “houses” where there was nothing inside. They explained how they lived, but something about it just didn’t add up for me.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good job!
Bonface created a fantastic safari itinerary for a two-day safari trip to Amboseli National Park. Everything, including picking us up from our apartment in Nairobi, was taken care of by Bonface. The person who accompanied us for the two days was both an excellent driver and guide. I can only say that it was a wonderful safari trip for our family.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most unique experience ever
We booked this tour three days before departure and Clinton was the person we spoke too. His communication was great, he checked everywhere for availability and got us some really great accommodations. People usually arrive on day 1 in the afternoon but we arrived at around 2am so Clinton was able to get someone to pick us up and take us to our first hotel without a problem. Our driver, Boni, was outstanding. Picked us up on time on the first day of the safari and his driving skills were top notch. He tried his best to get us to see all big 5, unfortunately we just missed the leopards. His sense of direction was unbelievable, drove us through the most random roads and still got us to our hotels safely. We were quoted less than what a group experience would have been and we had the absolute best experience ever. We have already shared the information with so many of our friends who are interested in a trip like this. We would 100% book with this agency again.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Highly Efficient.
They gave us an experience we will never forget.
Our tour guide Nicky was exceptional, we did move to the next spot unless we were fully satisfied.
Ultimate Africa Journey Specialists did us justice. Highly recommend 👌
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unequivocally happy with our decision to book through African Big Cats
We loved our safari experience and were so happy to have gone with African Big Cats! They were very responsive throughout the booking process and helped to customize our itinerary, recommending activities, like a crater rim hike in Ngorongoro, based on our interests. The lodgings they booked for us were excellent, except for one which we still found to be “fine” instead of “great”. The vehicle had everything we needed - lot of water, soft drinks, comfortable seats for long drives, and charging ports.
Our guide Festo made the trip extra special for us. He is not only super knowledgeable and respectful of the animals and parks, but is also exceptionally kind and friendly. He was very attentive to our comfort and offered alternative activities or schedules to customize our experience (like leaving our accommodation later than planned early in the trip when we were having trouble adjusting to the time change). For having spent a lot of time together over 9 busy days, we never felt like a burden to him; he just radiates positivity, curiosity, and good vibes!
I would not hesitate to book through African Big Cats again and would recommend them to any friends and family looking to visit Tanzania!