Tanzania: reviews from our travellers

"We'd recommend this entire trip to everyone, despite the cost! Highlight was Mahale National Park and Greystoke. Selous we were very impressed with, regarding the amount of wildlife we saw. Location of the camp excellent but we'd choose a smaller camp in future." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari

"Logistics ran very smoothly - I was expecting hiccups from previous African experiences. It was remarkable that people on the runway were expecting us and provided guidance to the next plane.

We created very happy memories for the Riley family" Read full review: 41 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari

"I will hold onto the memories...great trip!

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We were a little cold in the mornings.
Advise the morning departures for open jeeps need jackets long sleeves knitt hats that cover the ears. And hot water bottles?" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari

"We decided in March this year to try and go to Tanzania in July to see the migration - Expert Africa was able to make this happen at relatively short notice. The service both on the ground and by Expert Africa was efficient, professional and of a high standard

Seeing the migration and several river crossing exceeded our expectations - we had a wonderful two weeks!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Tanzania safari

"A wonderful trip! It was interesting to combine Tanzania and Zambia for the variety of wildlife sightings and changes in landscapes.

Many thanks to Claire Scott (EA) for organising it all, and especially for recommending Kigelia in Ruaha, it is an amazing place! Glad I visited Selous before Ruaha as it only got better! Chongwe River Camp in Lower Zambezi still remains my favourite camp. The team from Tours Africa in Lusaka airport also deserves a mention for being so helpful at arrivals and during transfers.

This trip was a fantastic experience from start to finish!

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Not sure you could raise standards any higher!

Third time I have used EA and have never been disappointed. Already looking forward to booking my next trip with your team in the future." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari

"Overall, just what we wanted. It would have been nice to see more of the big 5 but my wife saw lots of giraffes and they are her favourite so its ok!

If you are looking to guarantee seeing all the big 5 (especially lions and rhino) then I guess there are better places to go. But if like us, you are looking for the whole authentic experience without hardly seeing another vehicle then this could be for you. Some very magical moments along the way.

The tree house whole experience was very special. Seeing so many animals together by the shores of Lake Manzi, seeing hippos run, meeting two by our path on the way to bed, turning the engine off and just watching troupes of baboons etc play, and so on. The giraffes in huge numbers. Too many things to mention.

Brilliant." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 6 on a Tanzania safari

"Whole trip was smooth, exciting, and a true taste of Africa, that we want to experience again. The organisation and help given to us was always first class, and Expert Africa were patient with our queries along the way.

Ruaha is a diverse and beautiful reserve, and you feel like a spectator in a wildlife documentary.

Mwagusi is superb, a five star hotel in a river bed I think that the bar is now set high and we look forward to visiting Africa again.

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We cannot think of anything that could be improved that is within the control of Expert Africa." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 6 on a Tanzania safari

"Outstanding trip overall, perfectly matching our expectations.

James at Expert Africa listened and probed as to what we wanted and expected from our first safari experience, and then put together several itinerary options that would meet our needs. He was able to answer all our questions, and to provide us with lots of additional information that helped us in selecting the final choices for our Safari holiday." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari

"I generally plan my trips myself without a lot of input from agents. This time I relied heavily on your company and felt I was well rewarded for doing so. I never would have visited Akagera, Katavi, Mahale, Ruaha, or the Selous on my own. I likely would have confined my itinerary in Tanzania to the Serengeti and maybe Ngorongoro Crater. I'm really lucky to have taken James' advice.

In fact, one of my guides in the Serengeti was extremely impressed with my chosen itinerary, commenting that he didn't see many tourists who went that route.

Again, I'm very grateful for your help and would highly recommend your company in the future." Read full review: 27 nights in Africa; 20 on a Tanzania safari

"All went well through the whole trip, would have been nice to be able to have spent a day in Dar as an extra day.

As I said before everyone was helpful and friendly, the guides were excellent, again the only down side was the day flight back to Heathrow, but that out of your control.

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Well done all, would recommend you to any of my friends thinking about a trip to Africa." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari