DE
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Tour
It was a amazing tour. We saw all of the big five and a lot of other animals, too. Our guide, Fred, was so funny and friendly. We really enjoyed being on our Safari with him.
The lodges were very good, with cozy bedrooms and very delicious food. The care of the chef, Tom, about the food was great. Everybody wanted us to feel comfortable, also Daniel, the man from the briefing, cared a lot about us even after the tour, not just before.
In conclusion it was a unforgettable trip, with impressive landscapes, beautiful animals a lot of fun and a very great guide :)
Every time again
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The travel plan is thoughtful, guide is professional and caring, just choose Huruma
The game drive is intensive and exciting. My guide Huruma has the eyesight of an eagle! He can even find the animals in long distance and then introduces them professionally. I witnessed different behaviors of big five in Tanzania. Sometimes the wild animals are just 1m to me.
The food is warm and delicious, it’s well prepared everyday. During the safari, the water is unlimited, man can also drink some soft drinks and beers that offered by Lion King Adventures.
In brief, lion king adventures is reliable and helpful. They organized the adventure very well and I have unforgettable memories. Don’t hesitate to choose Huruma.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once-in-a-lifetime-experience
We did the 4-days-safari with SuricataSafaris, including Tarangire National park, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. The tour was fantastic and I would totally recommend SuricataSafaris as a professional partner for your tour. Our guide was Amiry and we went with a group of altogether 7 people. These are the experiences:
Our first night we slept in one of the Tulia Hotels in Arusha: everything was fine, the Dinner was great and the people friendly. Amiry came on time early in the morning with his huge Safari car. We had enough space and you can open the roof to stand in the car and watch the animals. We spent all four days driving around in the car visiting the different places. It was never boring but exciting, overwhelming and impressive. The lunch was good also, we had always warm meals with chicken, rice or noodles and vegetables. The nights we spent in very good lodges and had fabulous dinner.
Amiry did a really good job, he made jokes and gave interesting informations, he managed challenging situations calm and competent. While we had dinner he washed the car and prepared everything for the following day. He tried to fulfill all our wishes and provided a great experience. The best thing was, that Amiry found all the animals. I remember the situation when he said: „Oh, I see a leg“ and he turned around, drove to a far away tree and found the leopard lying there. :) With his help we saw lions, leopards, giraffes, cheetahs, hippos, rhinos, lots of zebras, buffalos, wildbeests and a lot more. We slept in the fabulous Suricata Buma Lodge which is a dream and in tents in two camps in Serengeti and Ngorongoro, what was luxury as well but an adventure also. I will never forget this experience and can recommend SuricataSafaris with the heart as not only Amiry but all people were friendly, competent and engaged. Thank you so much. Next time I will book with you again!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
unforgettable experience
I do have a great memory here, the people, the animals, the landscape. This is my first time in Africa, therefore I do have a lot of questions and doubts about here. Almachius, as my contact person, is very friendly, helpful, and responsive. He explains everything before the safari, even sometimes, I think I have silly questions. Fidelis is our driver to pick me up from Moshi to Arusha. We do have a great time on the way. He is talkative, honest, and caring. According to my request, he brings me to Maasai Market for shopping on the way, and I do feel safe and comfortable with him. Andrew, our safari driver, is very experienced and knows a lot, about the habits of animals, where we can find them, the sign/signals to find them, the plants, the trees, etc. He has very good eyes and can find lions in the grass. The only regret is that we cannot find leopards, but it is understandable. We are not expected to see all the big five. Four of them are already lucky. Our chef (sorry I forget his name) makes nice food for us. Every day we have meat, vegetables, and fruits. Banana cooking is traditional and interesting, and I'm glad we can try such traditional dishes. The fried rice and rice porridge are like Chinese food. This is an unforgettable experience in my life, and I'm very glad that I met such amazing people here and saw such amazing national parks. To be honest, if I have spare time and money, I will come back again.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Morningstar went out fo their way to do a GREAT JOB!
Our trip started with a visa issue that was OUR FAULT. Morningstar found some contacts and a way to make sure our safari went off on time adn without a hitch. Also, the accommodations, transportation, meals, guides, etc were all flawless. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic family trip with Jema Safaris
After researching safari operators on Safribookings.com, we were able to compare itineraries for our planned trip in Tanzania, over the Christmas holiday break. We chose Jema Safaris, mainly for their responsiveness in answering questions and clear communication via email and Whatsapp. We also preferred working with a smaller tour operator, expecting a more personalized experience. Jema Safaris did not disappoint. We travelled on a private safari with the six of us (mum, dad, four adult children ages 18 – 22 years old) and our experience was beyond our expectation.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, our tour guide, Hassan, was waiting to bring us to our first lodge, where we were warmly greeted by hotel employees. Our luggage arrived a day late, but Jema Safaris helped organize picking them up late at night. For the next eight days, we would embark on game drives through five different national parks in Northeastern Tanzania: Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Manyara. Every single day was meticulously planned and carried out by Hassan from Jema Safaris. All lodging and food were planned for and taken care of by the tour company, meaning there was absolutely no stress about check-in, dining (including the accessibility of every meal, given that two of our family members have allergies and dietary restrictions), or safety. We had medication that requires refrigeration and the vehicle we drove around in had a fridge. Jema Safaris also stocked the fridge with water bottles and binoculars (we brought some of our own as well so that everyone had access to a pair).
The land cruiser we rode in every day (for over 1,500km total!) was comfortable and had windows at each seat, making even the longer drives feel pleasant. We had an excellent view of our surroundings, roof up or down, and Hassan was both familiar with our path through the national parks and with the vehicle he was driving. He knew exactly at which moments and for how long to stop to get the best views of all animals and was willing to stop when we spotted something we wanted another photo of. We never felt unsafe in the vehicle or like Hassan was unsure where he was going.
Each lodge we stayed at had excellent dining, clean rooms, beautiful surrounding landscapes, friendly staff, Wi-Fi, and amenities. We stayed at Planet Lodge in Arusha, Eileen’s Trees and the Country Lodge in Ngorongoro, and Moyo Luxury Tents in Serengeti. We were impressed by the attentiveness and welcoming nature of the staff. We spent Christmas Eve at the Moyo Luxury Tents and the staff sang a traditional Tanzanian welcome song complete with clapping, dancing, and lights. For our daughter’s birthday on the 18th, both the Country Lodge (for breakfast) and Eileen’s Trees (for dinner) sang another host of songs and surprised her with cakes and candles.
Jema Safaris ensures that you not only have the most incredible time viewing the stunning landscape and animal views that Tanzania has to offer, but that you learn lots, all while taking in Tanzania’s national language of Swahili and the culture in all surrounding areas. By the end of the trip, we were beginning to memorize the Tanzanian welcome song (”Jambo!”) and could say a whole host of words in Swahili. Hassan taught us endless facts about Tanzania, the animals, the landscapes, and the Maasai and Tanzanian people from different tribes. On our last day, he even brought us to a village at the base of Kilimanjaro where we learnt how coffee is made by hand and tasted traditional Tanzanian food.
As for the animals we saw—the list seems never-ending. We saw the usual animals that many people hope to see on their game drives (lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, baboons), but Tanzania’s explosion of wildlife did not stop there: we saw countless birds (storks, vultures, egrets, flamingos, guinea fowls, ostriches, toucans, starlings, weavers, korri bustards, eagles, secretary birds, kingfishers, falcons, Egyptian geese, herons, and so many more), antelopes (Thomson and Grant gazelles, impalas, elands, bushbucks, dik-diks, waterbucks, red duikers, hartebeests, and Topi), monkeys (blue Celebes monkeys, vervet monkeys and the rare Arusha-native black and white Celebes monkeys), big cats (cheetahs and leopards), and more (wildebeest, hippos, water buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, mongoose, agama and monitor lizards, hyrax, turtles, crocodiles, chameleons, and even a scorpion). We also got to see two of the sixteen(!) black rhinos in Ngorongoro Crater National Park from a distance, which was magical. The highlight of our safari was watching a group of female lions hunt a warthog piglet in front of our eyes. We were also lucky enough to watch both elephants and ostriches mating. You WILL see animals every day!
But the wildlife and landscape in Tanzania does not stop with the animals. Every day, we witnessed something new, including but not limited to the enormous baobab trees, different types of acacias, “kopje” rocks (including the very one that the Lion King copied for its drawings), waterfalls, stretching endless plains (which is the English translation of the Maasai word “Serengeti”), a volcanic crater (Ngorongoro), tall mountains, thick rainforests, woodlands, and valleys. The weather in December was excellent (70s-80s Fahrenheit every day)---not too hot or cold. You will want to bring sunscreen, but it’s available to purchase in Arusha as well.
It’s a good idea to bring cash---ATMs are available but they have a maximum daily limit. Most places accept US Dollars.
We instantly felt at home in Tanzania, thanks to the local people and most of all, our fabulous guide Hassan. We cannot stop talking about our experience with Jema Safaris and will remember this trip for the rest of our lives!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jeff was very professional, perfect guide for this safari!
Very good communication before & during the safari. The transport was perfect & the safari too, very good explanations from the guide. I’ll recommend!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best trip ever
Our decision to explore Namibia stemmed from its reputation for impressive and remote landscapes. Little did we anticipate the extraordinary warmth and hospitality of the Namibian people, adding a distinctive layer to our travel experience.
Engaging the services of Great Explorations Namibia, we were assisted by Anja van Neel, who demonstrated exceptional proficiency. The entire experience, from meticulously planned routes to budget considerations and hotel selections, showcased a commitment to excellence. This was particularly appreciated as first-time travelers to Africa, navigating an unfamiliar environment.
Our two-week itinerary, centered around hotel accommodations instead of camps, allowed us to appreciate Namibia's unique charm. Notable places such as Sossusvlei's towering red dunes, the otherworldly landscapes of Deadvlei, and the wildlife-rich Etosha National Park enriched our journey.
In summary, our experience was nothing short of stellar, and we eagerly anticipate a return visit. Our unequivocal recommendation stands at 100%.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Namib-Naukluft National Park by Javier Jerez
Awesome