Tanzania Safari Company Recommendations!!
Looking for recommendations on safari operators in Tanzania!
I've spent countless hours on Safari Bookings & TripAdvisor and I'm SOOO overwhelmed with the thousands of operators out there.
I've read so many reviews, but it's truly been hard to tell if reviews have been coerced, or paid for. And even a lot of the ones that have great reviews, also have horrific reviews regarding things of great concern.
Just wanting real, honest, recommendations. :)
I'm looking at booking a safari in Tanzania as a surprise for my mum's birthday this year - the big 50. Will be, myself, my mum & my sister.
Here's what I'm after:
- We definitely won't mind a shared tour - we would love to meet new people, and also have other people to talk to so we don't drive each other insane. And I know this will help budget wise.
- I'm looking for somewhere locally owned & operated in Tanzania - no big companies owned by someone in the USA or elsewhere.
- Also wanting somewhere ethical - guides, drivers & cooks paid fairly, no risk taking or unethical practices for/during animal sightings, and community support.
- Mid-range budget, with a mix of different accommodations - will be fine camping for a couple of nights, but don't want to go full on budget in a tent the whole time.
- 5 - 7 days covering a classic northern route (Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara)
- Includes cultural experiences
- Good food & ability to accommodate dietary requirements (vegetarian for one of us)
This will be my mum & sisters first trip out of the country, and this will be my first multi-day safari (have done safaris in Sri Lanka & India) so also if anyone has any advice or tips, would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks all in advance!!! 🫶🏻