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- BadgersabroadWiltshire7 contributionsNearly all of the reviews left here are of Ngorogoro Crater. Ngurudoto Crater in Arusha National Oark is beautiful, but you cannot enter it, nor are there any lions or rhino in Arusha National Park. 🤨Written 10 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- paojwChicago, IL177 contributionsVISITED IN FEB 2016
Highest recommendation for Augustine's Adventure Africa
Review of Augustine's Adventure Africa
Reviewed April 14, 2016
Let me start this review by stating that my husband and I give our HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION to Augustine’s Adventure Africa (AA Africa) for a visit to Tanzania. There are not enough superlatives in the English language to adequately express our satisfaction with every aspect of our trip as planned by AA Africa.
While I wanted to go to Africa most of my life, my husband clearly did not. He was taking this trip grudgingly and said the same to all our friends. At the end of the first day with Augustine, he got down on his knee and apologized to me, saying it was wonderful and he loved all of it. And it was only Day 1! I credit that solely with Augustine’s Adventure Africa and the trip perfectly planned and coordinated to the finest detail by Augustine and his staff. We were so pleased, we are planning to return and bring friends!
You will see the words “surprising” and “amazing” throughout this review. That is because, while Augustine came highly recommended to us, we were still surprised how this trip exceeded all our expectations of what the experience would be. We credit Augustine with providing us with the trip of a lifetime.
PREPARATION. Augustine provided us with a detailed itinerary and information package which gave comprehensive information about what to expect, what to wear, what to pack, etc. In addition, he answered all my questions promptly and clearly via email. And I asked a lot of questions!
STAFF. We spent ten days with Augustine, who is a naturalist and our driver guide Elisha. Again, there are not enough superlatives to describe them. Anyone can drive you around and let you look at the sights. With Augustine, you get an amazing experience. He has 20 years’ experience and is so knowledgeable about his country, the various ecosystems, the people and their cultures, plant life, birds and of course, the animals. We learned so much from him and it made the trip extraordinarily special. He is also gracious, thoughtful and funny. Elisha, with 18 years’ experience, was an incredibly driver who navigated the bumpy roads with amazing skill. We consider him the finest driver we have ever seen. He too was a kind and thoughtful man. We were humbled to spend our trip with such fine people.
AIRPORT. Augustine had highly recommended that we obtain our Tanzanian visa in advance, and he was absolutely correct. At least 120 people on our flight did not have visas and the line was out the door. In contrast, we were the 2nd couple in line for customs and on the road long before everyone else. Again, go with an experience company that provides on point direction and advice.
Once we had our bags, we went to look for our driver. There were lots of drivers waiting for guests, but only Augustine’s driver had a professionally prepared sign with his logo which we spotted immediately (everyone else had handwritten signs). Augustine stood out right from the beginning. We knew we had picked well.
ACCOMMODATIONS. There are all levels of accommodations in Tanzania, like anywhere else. Augustine selected top places, at his recommendation and at our request. If you are going all the way to Tanzania, why would you basically “cheap out” with the places you will be staying? Not smart. We were so very pleased with all the places we stayed. We were actually surprised how wonderful they all were. From the Kibo Place Hotel in Arusha to the Lake Masek Tented Camp in the Serengeti, we were extremely pleased. Actually, we were more than pleased: we were shocked. Each place was comfortable, clean and surprisingly luxurious. Each place also had excellent staff and services. My husband, who can be a bit of a hotel snob, LOVED each place. Fabulous!!
GAME RUNS. I don’t even know where to start. Whatever our expectations were, Augustine far exceeded them. We saw more animals in any one day than we thought we would see the entire trip. We saw animal behaviors that were amazing. What made the experience so much better was having Augustine explain in detail everything we were seeing, answering our many questions clearly and concisely. Because words cannot adequately tell the tale, I hope my photos can. Trip Advisor would not allow me to post a link to my photo album of our trip. We dedicated the book to Augustine and Elisha, because, to be perfectly clear, they made the trip our adventure of a lifetime. We cannot thank Augustine enough.
I don’t know what else to say. If you visit Tanzania and do not go with Augustine’s Adventure Africa, it’s your loss.
Asante sana.
Pat & Jim
Chicago, Illinois USA
Date of experience: February 2016Written 10 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Awayagain_7Sheffield, UK148 contributionsAmazing Kenya Sky Safari experience. Along with outstanding Elewana camps, the Sky Safari VIP approach to safari is the very best way to see as much as possible and not spend days on the road between parks. Having the private planes waiting for us, then just turning up, getting on & lifting off each time is so special! Great pilots and the ground staff are amazing also - shout out to Judith who sorting everything on the ground in Nairobi both ends of our fabulous trip. This is the benchmark for safari.Written 20 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MW5 contributionsI had the pleasure of working with Stephen for over 2 years, planning this once in a lifetime trip. Stephen was patient with all my questions and itinerary changes. We had a private tour. The accommodations he picked were indeed luxury out in the bush. The people of Tanzania are welcoming and gracious.
And there are not enough adjectives to complement Joachim as a driver/guide. A masterful driver on the worst of roads, made sure we were comfortable, picked the best spots to get our pictures and was very easy to get along with and a great sense of humor. With all the dusty roads and dirt tracked into the vehicle, each morning we got into a clean truck for the day’s drive. Joachim has a wealth of knowledge of the animals, birds of his country.Written 25 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - infoA2195TKBerghem, The Netherlands68 contributionsFrom 6 days diving on Zanzibar to a three-day safari tour to Tanzania. Transfers were well arranged and our guides Jonathan and David were waiting for us at Arusha airport with their Toyota landcruisers. Both guides guided us perfectly during these three tiring but certainly not to be missed safari days to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park. Encounter with The Big Five and dozens of other wild animals and birds. Super three days, ending with a short visit to a Masai community.Written 31 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Christina L1 contributionIt was truly and an unforgettable experience Safari! Our tour guide John was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly enthusiastic, which made the trip even more enjoyable. He went above and beyond to ensure we saw all of the Big Five and shared fascinating insights about Tanzania’s diverse bird species, local ecosystems, and the intricate relationships within nature. His passion for wildlife was contagious, and we learned so much more than we ever expected. The safari felt like a perfect blend of adventure and exploration all thanks to his expertise and dedication. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide or anymore memorable Safari! Paul our tour coordinator was very fast in his replies and great advisor during the planning! Asante sana Sky View Adventure team.Written 5 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ElBH6Portsmouth, UK17 contributionsWe were on a private 8 day/7 night safari for 2 people and visited all the major national parks in Tanzania including a walking safari and a night game drive. We loved every minute; the scenery is outstanding, we saw the Big 5, the Great Migration and many animals and birds. Walter at Galloping Safaris was very quick to respond to our many questions and tailored the safari to suit what we wanted to do and to fit our budget. Nothing was too much trouble. Our tour guide, Macho, was professional, fun, friendly and excellent at spotting the wildlife. He was really knowledgeable and explained about the wildlife, the area and the culture. Our accommodation was excellent and all meals were provided and of high quality. This was a trip of a lifetime and we would thoroughly recommend it.Written 28 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Priscilla J1 contributionWe just did a 4 nights 5 days safari with Freddie, everything about the trip was amazing, all the connections were spot on time. The quality of the accommodations were first class. We got to see the big 7. Freddie was an amazing tour guide, he was very informative, nothing we requested was too much trouble for him. Freddie didn't just concentrate on the big 7, he also gave us allot of incite on the little animals including the beautiful birds we came across. We will definitely recommend I travel to family and friends and use him again. Until we meet again - Ahsante sana Freddie and your team. Regards Priscilla and RobinWritten 10 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sami KMuscat, Oman22 contributionsWe really enjoyed our Safari Through Safari Sasa. From the point of planning we got the responses we needed and on timely manner. The trip and hotels and the planning was really great. We got the driver Abduli who really took great care of us. Strongly recommend booking through Safari Sasa for Safari TripsWritten 15 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Footprints58392130 contributionsWe had the most incredible Safari experience, I can’t recommend Maasai Wanderings highly enough. We had a 6 night tour with our guide Wilson and it was the best trip of our lives. From pick up at 2am from the airport until drop off at the airstrip for our onward flight, Wilson looked after us and taught us so much about the animals, birds and people of Tanzania. He was always able to find the best spots for photos and had the most incredible eyes for spotting animals miles away! We traveled through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro crater and the Serengheti and with Wilson’s expert driving we saw more animals than I had ever expected. Asante Sana for the most unforgettable experience!Written 15 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lukas S1 contributionEverything was planned perfectly and the itinerary couldn’t have been any better. Goodie made our first Safari unforgettable. The lodges, the food, the landscapes, the cultural assets of the country and of course the animals were shown and presented to us perfectly by Goodie. His knowledge about his own country is exceptional and his curiosity about other cultures is second to none!
Along the way we had great coversations, tons of fun and many other unforgettable moments!
The trip exceeded our expectations and there were no wishes unfulfilled.
We will come back for sure!
Asante sana Goodie!Written 3 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Anita L1 contributionMy daughter, her boyfriend and I spent 2 glorious weeks in Tanzania and Zanzibar. We went on safari in Tanzania with Easy Travel - our guide was Herry - the best tour guide one could ever hope for.
He met us when we arrived in Arusha - full of warmth and friendliness. From the start - I knew that our experience was going to be fantastic - Herry had knowledge not only of the animals, but also of the landscape, birds, vegetation and Tanzanian culture and traditions.
Herry was professional, personal, patient and respectful. Every evening we had a discussion about where we were going the next day and what to expect - and he also asked for our input as to what we wanted to do. I simply can't praise Herry enough - he was fantastic and made our bucket list trip unforgettable. It truly was a once in a lifetime experience. He told us that he loves his job and that was evident every day that we spent with him. Thank you, Herry!Written 10 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AdrMunich, Germany3 contributionsThe tour organized by petit maasai, especially by Bryson was a lifetime experience of Tanzania. Everything was perfectly organized to the last detail. We couldn’t have been happier with our trip. Best accommodations and the best safari guides we could wish for. Wouldn’t hesitate to do it again.
Thank you so much for such a great experience!!!Written 9 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Explorer018165919961 contributionin our 6 days of the sarafi we saw the big five and the river crossing to kenia. We spend the nights in some great lodges. We had a great time with our gide Gilbert he was always happy and motivated also when it had 35 degrees in the middle of the Serengeti. Thank you for this unforgettable memories :)Written 15 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tal F6 contributionsWe went on 3 days safari and had wonderful time with our guide shafino .
Shafino is a real wild life expert and showed us any animals during 3 days trip .
If you consider to take safari - book with lion king and ask for shafinoWritten 14 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
