35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Gosheni is absolutely incredible!!!
We set off on a thrilling 5-day northern Tanzania safari with Gosheni Safaris, with Mr. Ombeni Uronu guiding and driving us every step of the way. From the very first moment, it was an awe-inspiring adventure that far surpassed our highest hopes for a first African safari. Each day unfolded with breathtaking landscapes, heart-pounding wildlife encounters, and pure, unfiltered joy.
From a practical standpoint, the entire experience was seamless and impressively well-organized. Communication leading up to the trip was prompt, clear, and reassuring—every question we had was answered thoroughly and professionally. The level of service we received throughout the journey was outstanding, and the attention to detail made us feel genuinely cared for. In terms of value for money, the safari exceeded expectations; the quality of the lodges, the expertise of our guide, and the unforgettable experiences in the parks made it worth every penny. Gosheni Safaris proved to be reliable, punctual, and consistently attentive, giving us complete peace of mind from start to finish.
Ombeni’s extensive knowledge of Tanzania’s iconic national parks and his confident, skillful driving consistently placed us in prime viewpoints for spectacular, crystal-clear views of magnificent wildlife. We were able to capture stunning, up-close photos of so many extraordinary animals. The perfect balance of exhilarating game drives and peaceful evenings in charming lodges and tented camps was made even more memorable by Ombeni’s warm personality, steady presence, and playful sense of humor. As we were celebrating our 6th wedding anniversary, the wonderful Serengeti camp staff surprised us at dinner with a delicious cake and a lively song and dance performance—an unforgettable, joy-filled moment made even better when Ombeni enthusiastically joined the celebration.
Over the course of our journey, we witnessed the legendary Big Five, the dramatic wildebeest and zebra migration, lions mating, sleek cheetahs on the prowl, intense scenes of predation, and countless herds of elephants grazing, wandering, and even peacefully napping beneath the vast African sky. The sheer abundance and dazzling variety of wildlife were so remarkable that had I not documented everything, I would have completely lost track of the incredible number of animals we encountered.
For anyone considering a Tanzanian safari, we cannot recommend Gosheni Safaris and Ombeni highly enough. Fellow travelers will especially appreciate knowing that beyond the extraordinary wildlife and stunning scenery, the company delivers exceptional communication, dependable service, excellent value, and a flawlessly executed tour experience from beginning to end.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Passionate and well-communicated
I have joined a two days safari with Toulouse, and the tour is great. The accommodation of the two day safari is at the BOMA. It is a good place with well trained crew. The evening sunset is really beautiful there. The second day of the tour is Ngorongoro, which is very impressive. Got to see a lot of animals including safari big five.
LV
We go alone
Very good service with perfect stuff.
In one day we have found so many beautiful animals. It was amazing trip.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Tour operator
Just came back from 11 days (04 to 15 Feb 26) Kenya Safari with Beyond the Plains. What an unforgettable experience. From the initial enquiry till we were dropped off at the airport on return, they provided excellent service, cannot fault anything. Honest, trustworthy, flexible and reliable operator. For enquiries and bookings, Andrew was instrumental in helping with the whole thing and was available almost 24/7. He would try and accommodate all your needs and requests; nothing was too much to ask. Very good accommodation and services. To top it all off we had John as our guide. Safe and sound, John was exceptional, especially on the game drives, where he would get us in the best position to see animals. Would highly recommend Beyond the Plains (and John)
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing 5 night safari
An incredible experience with Stanley and our driver Mike. They looked after us (a group of 5 girls) brilliantly and booked everything for us. Great value for money when we were staying in fancy hotels (salt lick and ngutini lodge). Couldn’t recommend it enough and would love to do it all over again. Definitely recommend to everyone!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I had an amazing experience in Tanzania with LOBO safari. Samuel was outstanding tour guide.
Lobo have very reasonable packages that I believe almost every traveler can afford. I highly recommend this company to anyone who truly wants to experience Tanzania safari. Well organized company
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Full Service at a Reasonable Price
We just returned from a 6 night / 7 day private safari with Blue Lilac Tours, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations from start to finish.
Everything ran incredibly smoothly. From the very first email, Edna was responsive, professional, and so easy to work with. She answered all of our questions promptly and thoughtfully, and she helped us craft an itinerary that fit exactly what we were hoping for. The planning process felt collaborative and stress-free.
Once on safari, we were in the very capable hands of our guide and driver, Boniface. He was knowledgeable, warm, and truly exceptional at spotting wildlife. We honestly don’t know how he saw half of what he did! He went the extra mile — literally — to help us track down the Big Five, and his determination and expertise made all the difference. Because we were on a private safari, he was also incredibly flexible and happy to adjust plans based on our interests and requests, which made the experience feel personal and unhurried.
We also felt that the value was outstanding. Before booking, I received a quote from a “luxury” safari company that was nearly twice the price — and interestingly, it included two of the same four lodges that were on our Blue Lilac itinerary. That really put things into perspective. We felt we received an exceptional, high-quality experience without paying an inflated premium simply for a label.
This trip was unforgettable, and so much of that is thanks to the team at Blue Lilac Tours. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a well-organized, customized, and truly special safari experience.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It’s excellent
We had great time! The safari will be a sense of memory.our guides Edward and Peter is excellent divers and experienced.thanks to them very much.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Flexible guide, Incredible experience, 10/10 recommend!
My family and I spent 8 days with Emile (founder and owner of Lion Safaris) traveling through Kigali, Nyungwe, Volcanoes, and Akagera. I have lived in Rwanda for 5 months, and spent a lot of time finding the best company - and Lion safaris ended up coming up to the number one spot.
First, Emile: He was incredible. Very knowledgeable, personable, funny, and quite honestly the best guide I've encountered (having been on trips in many other countries as well). We always felt safe and informed with him, and his experience as a guide in Akagera and having been in the business for 17 years really paid off.
Second, the trip: Our trip was amazing. Emile booked the best hotels for us, and the process was seamless. The parks are amazing, the experiences are once-in-a-lifetime, and I was really impressed with Rwanda as a whole. While I've lived here for several months, this was my first time traveling extensively outside of Kigali and I cannot express how incredible this place is.
If you are on the fence about booking this tour, reach out to Emile. It was worth every penny.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Next level experience, above and beyond!
My wife and I booked this trip after looking at hundreds of options. This one seemed unique. We were so impressed with every facet of this experience. Our guide Melita was just incredible and his intimate knowledge of Serengeti and the animal patterns gave us an edge on great wildlife encounters. But our biggest surprises were the cultural experiences and the people we were able to interact with. The assistant guide for the cultural experiences, Elias, was wonderful. Giving an authentic look into the tribes that he grew up in. We will never forget the beautiful people we met through him. And of course, the food was excellent and our chef made exquisite meals. Every time we peered at other people’s food, ours always seemed prepared with more care, attention and always felt special and fresh. These memorable experiences will stay with us for a lifetime.