360 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Dar es Salaam.
Mr & Mrs JP
London
"Wonderful southern Tanzania safari trip"
I visited Tanzania between 19 Oct 2019 and 30 Oct 2019
"Overall we had a fabulous holiday in southern Tanzania - 4 days in Ruaha (Ikuka) followed by 3 nights in Selous (Siwandu) with a night either side in Dar. The two parks provided a wonderful contrast from the dry plains of Ruaha dotted with acacia and baobab trees to the the green riverine forest of Selous with its lakeside location. On balance we slightly preferred the luxury and glorious setting of Ikuka, but Siwandu was still very comfortable. Both camps provided fantastic and different animal sightings.
We haven't been to northern Tanzania but understand that southern Tanzania, Ruaha in particular, is an unknown gem.
Olivia did a really excellent job of arranging our holiday, patiently juggling arrangements to suit and answering all my questions. All the arrangements worked perfectly. There was always someone to meet us at the correct time and place. We would most definitely recommend Expert Africa and consider using them again for another holiday to Africa." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
We haven't been to northern Tanzania but understand that southern Tanzania, Ruaha in particular, is an unknown gem.
Olivia did a really excellent job of arranging our holiday, patiently juggling arrangements to suit and answering all my questions. All the arrangements worked perfectly. There was always someone to meet us at the correct time and place. We would most definitely recommend Expert Africa and consider using them again for another holiday to Africa." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms R.
San Giuliano T.
"The trip of our dreams "
I visited Tanzania between 1 Oct 2019 and 11 Oct 2019
"A memorable trip indeed !
We have wonderful memories, in spite of the disappointment in Mafia because of the weather.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Your organization was perfect. We don't know how you could possibly improve it." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
We have wonderful memories, in spite of the disappointment in Mafia because of the weather.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Your organization was perfect. We don't know how you could possibly improve it." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr I
Abergavenny
"Tanzania 2019"
I visited Tanzania between 1 Oct 2019 and 14 Oct 2019
"We had an excellent holiday. Well planned and executed.
Where there were unforeseen difficulties they were swiftly overcome." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Where there were unforeseen difficulties they were swiftly overcome." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs S
france
"My Sep 2019 trip"
I visited Tanzania between 17 Sep 2019 and 28 Sep 2019
"Lyndsey did a fabulous job....again!
Super efficient and helpful, very knowledgeable, she organised an amazing trip for us...it was perfect, thank you!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Super efficient and helpful, very knowledgeable, she organised an amazing trip for us...it was perfect, thank you!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
J and C
Clayton
"Fantastic Trip"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 16 Sep 2019 and 3 Oct 2019
"We had a wonderful trip thanks to the fantastic support of Jessica Plumb. She continually went above and beyond in every aspect of our trip from negotiating upgrades to arranging for great local guides and transport. She was truly a joy to work with and we will recommend Jessica and Expert Africa to anyone who is interested in visiting this great continent.
All of our camps, guides, hotels and transport were wonderful. Thank you Jessica and Expert Africa!" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
All of our camps, guides, hotels and transport were wonderful. Thank you Jessica and Expert Africa!" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs J
Taunton
"Well organised, well balanced trip"
I visited Tanzania between 14 Sep 2019 and 26 Sep 2019
"All good bar two very (very) minor things.
Two parks provided great mix of scenery and wildlife. Two camps were of very high all round standrad.
Staff were uniformly friendly, professional and helpful; guides at both camps were energetic and enthusiastic and made the trip (shout out to Godfrey at Sand Rivers and Geofrey at Ikuka)." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Two parks provided great mix of scenery and wildlife. Two camps were of very high all round standrad.
Staff were uniformly friendly, professional and helpful; guides at both camps were energetic and enthusiastic and made the trip (shout out to Godfrey at Sand Rivers and Geofrey at Ikuka)." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs T
Sevenoaks
"Our return to the Selous"
I visited Tanzania between 1 Sep 2019 and 10 Sep 2019
"We enjoyed our trip immensely and were sad to leave - our guide Rama was excellent and made the whole experience memorable with his deep knowledge, great sense of humour and his obvious love of the bush and its animals & birds.
Another member of staff also deserves a mention - Jossina always had a wide smile and kind word at camp meals, bush dinners, breakfasts, in fact all the time
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
If we decide to return to Africa, your company will be our first port of call - I think that says everything" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Another member of staff also deserves a mention - Jossina always had a wide smile and kind word at camp meals, bush dinners, breakfasts, in fact all the time
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
If we decide to return to Africa, your company will be our first port of call - I think that says everything" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr J.
Biggleswade
"My Aug 2019 trip"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 18 Aug 2019 and 30 Aug 2019
"As mentioned already, somehow the trip exceeded our expectations, even though we had been planning this for years! I am so glad we went with Expert Africa - a well named company. Having all the internal connections sorted out before we left made a big difference to our enjoyment of the trip in that we could relax, knowing everything was covered.
Lyndsey is great - we had a number of calls and countless emails. She always got back to me very quickly (within 24 hours) and provided clear and full reponses to my many questions and requests. Having the same person to work with throughout the process helped greatly and we couldn't have done better than Lyndsey - thank you." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Lyndsey is great - we had a number of calls and countless emails. She always got back to me very quickly (within 24 hours) and provided clear and full reponses to my many questions and requests. Having the same person to work with throughout the process helped greatly and we couldn't have done better than Lyndsey - thank you." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
NomadTraveller
Eire
"Return to Africa 2019"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 3 Aug 2019 and 10 Aug 2019
"Really happy with this company and the level of service they provided to us for the whole trip - from the pre planning to during and the post the trip. All very professional and if/when i am going back to Africa again i would seriously consider getting a quote off these guys and using them as i was really happy. This was our third trip to Africa and i hope it wont be my last. Keep up the good work."
Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 4 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs D
Worcs
"My Aug 2019 trip"
I visited Tanzania between 2 Aug 2019 and 17 Aug 2019
"It was excellent. Our thanks go to Claire Scott who really listened to what we wanted and selected excellent locations for us."
Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 13 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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Southern Sun
Expert Africa books the Southern Sun in Dar es Salaam as a reliable overnight standby for our travellers passing through the city.
Serena Hotel Dar
The Serena Hotel in Dar in Das es Salaam is one of the city's reliable fixtures - part of a well managed group.
Oyster Bay
North of downtown Dar es Salaam, the Oyster Bay feels like an exclusive hideaway, with its contemporary design.
The Slipway
The Slipway Hotel in Dar es Salaam is located on the waterfront in a small complex with restaurants and shops.
Hyatt Regency Hotel
The Hyatt Regency Hotel in Dar es Salaam is situated in the centre of Dar and has the facilities you would expect of a high-quality international hotel
Sea Cliff Hotel
The Sea Cliff Hotel is a smart international hotel in Dar, offering comfortable accommodation and fine views across the Indian Ocean.
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam
A typical Four Points by Sheraton hotel, this city hotel provides comfort and style in central Dar es Salaam, offering the perks and familiarity of the Marriott brand.
Johari Rotana
The Johari Rotana is a smart, international hotel in a fantastic location in Dar es Salaam overlooking the harbour.
