50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Goodluck was knowledgeable, amicable, patient, relatable, organized and paid attention to detail.
Even before the trip Goodluck communicated through Whatsapp timely and effectively which is important when you are flying for 20 plus hours around the world to put your faith in this man for 2 weeks. We were so over joyed with our experience that it can never be replicated with anyone other than Goodluck. We knew exactly what we were doing, where we were headed and what breaks to the "happy room" code for bathroom, we would be having. We were so comfortable and felt safe throughout our journey in Tanzania. We saw the big 5 only because Goodluck could spot them from anywhere. The lodging and meals were five star. We had the time of our lives and we have Goodluck to thank. We were a group of 11 family members and the trip was flawless. Thank you Goodluck and the drivers, Alex and Sam
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Friendly, organised and knowledgeable
Our time with Cultural Vibes Travel & Tours was excellent! Tongesai was very professional and friendly, making our time in Victoria Falls very relaxing and easy. Tongesai was always on time and highly organised. All transfers and travel between borders and the national parks were seamless and we felt very safe and looked after by Tongesai. Tongesai shared information about Victoria Falls and the town with us and his enthusiasm about showing people around was infectious. We’d highly recommend Cultural Vibes Travel & Tours to anyone visiting Victoria Falls!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great tour operator and excellent guide (Andrew) who showed us everything we could dream of!
For a mid-range tour operator, we were satisfied with the value we received. I’d say that communication could’ve been a little better but at the end of the day everything was resolved and figured out - hankuna matata
We enjoyed the experience we had with our guide, Andrew, who was very knowledgable and clearly demonstrated a passion for his job. All the lodging was good and the packed lunches were also good! Overall I’d highly recommend this tour operator for an enjoyable time!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great operator, AMAZING wildlife!
There truly aren't words to express how much we loved our tour and loved Tanzania. Leken was a fantastic operator; they were communicative, willing to answer all of our questions before the trip, and able to accommodate our requests. The guide we had, Alex, was truly one of a kind. He was knowledgeable, personal, funny, and felt like part of our group. We LOVED the safari!
We went to Tarangire, Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara NP. Though each park had its own unique charm, Serengeti was far an away our favorite. The vast plains and incredible birdlife only added to African favorites like giraffe, elephants, lions, and cheetahs. We even got a leopard!
I am an avid birder, though my wife and friends were not. Nevertheless, there was something for everyone. Hundreds of species of birds, dozens of species of mammals, and amazing reptiles and amphibians. The vistas alone are worth the trip, but the 264 species of birds I saw were even better!
We cannot recommend Leken enough. The accommodations arranged were also fantastic; comfortable beds, hot showers, good food, and friendly staff.
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice, helpful, everything was fully ok!
Great experience, thank you! Fantastic organization, place to sleep, Good food.
CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An experience I will never forget!
Fantastic experience that I will never forget
I had a limited window of time in Tanzania and needed a trip that started on a specific date, this tour provider was very flexible and really came through for me because they work together with other providers. I traveled solo and had a great time with my group! I chose to do a mix of camping and lodges which worked perfectly, I could have both experiences . We had a great cook who traveled with us and our driver gave me complete confidence even in challenging weather conditions. We saw so much, had great discussions and could really ask every question we had about the Masai visit. We were lucky of course, to get along ,and to see all that we hoped to see. But I have 2 other friends who used this tour provider separately and each one loved their safari!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tanzania Roadside Expeditions was so helpful, communicative, and overall a great operator to use!
We used Tanzania Roadside Expeditions for our safari experience and they were fantastic. This was our first safari experience and I was nervous as I did not know what to expect, but this company truly took care of us and put any nerves at ease. We did a two-day safari in November, and it was a great time to go and a good length of trip for us. I was nervous going at this time of the year given it is "off-season", but it was actually perfect! The parks were not crowded at all and we still saw ALL of the Big Five animals, plus the weather ended up being great. It is the short rainy season, but this just meant that it would rain for less than 30 minutes once during the day, and we would just put the top cover onto the safari car during this time; it did not hinder the experience in the slightest. Two days was a great length for us as we did two different locations so one day we got to see Tarangire and the next we did Ngorongoro Crater; both of these places I highly recommended. We were coming from Dar es Salaam, so our package was tailored to include trips to and from the airports, our round-trip flights to the Northern Circuit and back, lodging and food, and our private tour. Paul was very communicative from the beginning and easy to contact for any and all questions that I had. As an American, we were not very used to doing a money-transfer for our payment, but it was safe and secure and went through without a hitch. Once we arrived, our guide was there to pick us up at the airport and he was so friendly and knowledgeable and we could not recommend a better tour company to use!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent customer service and an excellent experience
Really great experience. The Masai Mara was amazing and also the Lake Nakuru. Saw all the big 5 which was incredible. Our driver and guide, Raymond, was fantastic. His spotting skills were second to none and due to his prompt response we saw a leopard which was a highlight
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience!
My husband and I booked a 5 day safari with Kubwa Five Safaris and had an excellent experience. From picking us up at the airport to dropping us off, everything was well planned out and well executed. The meals, excursions, accommodations, transportation, etc was all taken care of for us. It was so wonderful to be able to relax and fully take in the safari experience and not have to worry about the logistics, because there's a lot that goes into it! It was all very well organized. We had a well laid out itinerary emailed to us with all the info we needed prior to the trip. Communication was great, we were able to get all of our questions answered prior to the trip.
Our guide, Mukisa Silas, was wonderful. He truly made sure we were taken care of every step of the way. When we would go on an excursion he would always speak with whoever was in charge and make sure everything was good and that my husband and I were taken care of. It was like he was dropping his kids off at their first day of school and he wanted to make sure everything was good to go before leaving us! I ended up getting car sick on one of our drives (tip: bring Dramamine) and he was genuinely concerned about me and willing and ready to do anything to help me feel better. He drove slow the rest of the drive and I'm sure it took longer than planned to get to our destination, but it really did help me feel better.
He takes his job very seriously, and is committed to ensuring his clients have a trip to remember. It is very evident that he puts his heart into his job and doesn't just go through the motions. He really does care about the client and their experience.
I would absolutely recommend Kubwa Five Safaris to anyone. We have memories to last a lifetime!
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Tanzania and Zanzibar
We had a wonderful trip to Tanzania combining the national parks of Nyerere and Ruaha and the beach on Zanzibar. Communication with Jess and Thea at Wayfarer was great and everything worked smoothly for us with flights and transfers all on time- even in the remote area of Ruaha.
Having done safaris in more popular areas we wanted the less frequented areas of Tanzania and weren’t disappointed. Mdonye old river camp in Ruaha is a distance from anywhere but you really do feel you have the park to yourselves- maybe spotting another vehicle from the camp is the only other vehicle you are likely to see- and great wildlife spotting- particularly lion and leopard.
Lake Manze in Nyerere a different area of habitat but again few other vehicles. Both camps are rustic but quite comfortable and both catered superbly for my wife’s gluten and dairy intolerance .
Breezes on Zanzibar was very good with superb staff service. Just great to chill out there after the safari week.
Wayfairer catered well for the type of trip we were looking to do
