We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
Review Highlights
Well done Simba, Bosco and Tanzania.

We were 2 senior citizen familycouples with mixed experience of safaris and Tanzania. But to both... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago
Whatisleft123
Excellent family trip

Excellent experience. We were able to view numerous animals including the Big 5. The itinerary... read more

Reviewed January 5, 2025
skbansal99
,
Rochester, New York
Read all 180 reviews
  
Recommended experiences in and around Arusha
Reviews (180)
Filter reviews
180 results
Traveler rating
169
5
2
1
3
Traveler type
Time of year
LanguageAll languages
More languages
Traveler rating
169
5
2
1
3
Show reviews that mention
All reviews guide driver spot animals his knowledge lake manyara safari experience kilimanjaro airport kati kati camp private safari eagle eye game viewing spent days always on time perfect trip amazing guide his job attention to detail one night
Selected filters
Filter
Updating list...
9 - 14 of 180 reviews
Reviewed February 24, 2023

We had a wonderful time in Tanzania with our amazing guide Estomih! He was so nice to us and did everything he could so we can have an excellent trip! He has so many knowledges about animals and the entire area. He tought us so many interesant things. THANK YOU ESTOMIH!! We loved our safari with you! We would advice Esthomih to all of our family and friends :-)

Date of experience: August 2022
1  Thank sophie r
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed February 21, 2023

Booked a 6 night Tanzanian northern parks tour directly with Simba safaris dealing with Mohammed. He was very helpful in advising best area to visit during the month of February for game viewing. The 6 nt tour included Lake Manyara ( 1 nt) , Serengeti ( 2 nts ) , Ngorongoro Crater ( 2 nts) and Lake Burunge Tarangire National Park ( 1 nt) and all hotels booked belonged to the Tanganyika group of lodges. Simba safaris met us on arrival and transferred us to a hotel near Arusha for one night pre tour at Mount Meru Safari Lodge ( excellent start and gave us a night to relax and chill before the safari commenced) . All the arrangements made with Simba were well organised and exactly as booked. Very professional company. Our tour guide and driver for the 6 nt safari was John Marko who was very knowledgeable, helpful and quick to spot animals. We booked the 3 star group of hotels including Kati Kati camp in the Serengeti and this was the highlight of the tour but all the lodges were far better than their 3 star rating. In the month of February we saw all the big five plus many more. Highly recommend both this tour and Simba safaris .

Date of experience: February 2023
Thank PennyMat
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed February 19, 2023 via mobile

We experienced a 7 day Safari with Hassan through Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire National Park. Everything was well organized. Hassan was waiting for us with hot coffee at the airport and drove us for the first game drive to Lake Manyara. He was a truly superb guide. His knowledge about the country, the national parks, the animals and how they behave and where to find them, was very amazing. Other safari cars were simply chasing each other whenever the radio announced a new rare animal somewhere. Many of these drivers actively shied away animals. Hassan on the other hand never used the radio, was patiently using his instinct and followed the footsteps of the animals to find them. We have seen all big five and many more rare animals and most of them several times. We highly recommend Hassan and could not think of any better tour guide. He was very authenthic and a super nice person to spend 7 days together.

Date of experience: November 2022
Thank Odyssey822966
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed February 2, 2023

There are not enough words in any language to describe our experience with Simba Safaris, specifically with our safari driver/guide, Geoffroy Bosco!

We had the pleasure of having a private safari with Bosco for 6 days. Bosco was beyond anything that we could have hoped for! He was funny, outgoing, professional and kind. We really clicked with him and he made our adventure a true adventure! He is so kind to nature from the smallest ant to the elephant and in return, nature is very kind to him! He was so respectful to nature that he even drove around a large ant colony trying to cross the road. In return, nature was so kind to him as we saw basically everything that you could dream of seeing during our time with him at Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. Bosco's knowledge of every animal including all birds was extremely impressive! He also has an eagle eye and was able to spot things in the distance that I, myself, would have definitely missed! I still can't believe how he can spot animals and identify them like he does. He's VERY good at his job and you can tell he truly loves it!

He treated us with such care and professionalism during our time with him; you can tell he truly cares about his clients! Not to mention the attention to detail and the origination of the safaris as whole - everything was so smooth and seamless!

We developed a bond with Bosco that will be missed dearly!

If you are looking to book a safari, you will not regret booking with Simba Safaris! I strongly recommend them!! If you do, ask for Bosco to be your guide because you will not regret it!

Date of experience: January 2023
1  Thank Gina S
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Reviewed January 29, 2023 via mobile

Just finished a full week with this company and we had the most amazing guide! Whenever you are on safari, ask for Goodluck-- he was THE best. Very friendly and professional, soft spoken but willing to talk and explain anything. He joined us on a few evening meals and was always a pleasure to have around. Seamless entry into National Parks, great safari jeeps, and amazing accommodations. Will definitely be back and will request Goodluck with Simba Safari! 5 stars all the way!

Date of experience: January 2023
Thank 755mindym
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
View more reviews