Reviews of safaris to Nyerere National Park
741 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Nyerere.
Mr & Mrs S
Birghton
"Another fabulous holiday with Expert Africa"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 20 Aug 2011 and 2 Sep 2011
"This is the second time we have travelled with Expert Africa (and our third time with Sunvil) and I wouldn't hesitate to use your services again. From start to finish Liz could not have been more helpful and knowledgeable – particularly as I had in mind a fairly complicated itinerary built round a special wedding anniversary and including a surprise bush camp night.
Everything went smoothly from start to finish; the accommodation recommendations were spot on; the advice was first class; and all my questions and concerns were answered very promptly. I have recommended Expert Africa to several friends and colleagues, and passed a couple of your cards to fellow travellers along the way!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Just one thing: more specific advice on tipping at each place would be helpful, although I realise this is a difficult proposition. We were given a benchmark of $10 per person per day on safari, but when we were at Beho Beho $5–$10 was suggested as appropriate for the lodge staff, but guides were also to be tipped $10 per person per drive/walk. We had already put our tip in the general tips box only to discover that this was for house staff only and that we should tip the guides personally. It was all rather awkward.
We also did not know how much was appropriate as a tip for Thadeo, our 'butler' at Matemwe Retreat, so we just had to guess." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Everything went smoothly from start to finish; the accommodation recommendations were spot on; the advice was first class; and all my questions and concerns were answered very promptly. I have recommended Expert Africa to several friends and colleagues, and passed a couple of your cards to fellow travellers along the way!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Just one thing: more specific advice on tipping at each place would be helpful, although I realise this is a difficult proposition. We were given a benchmark of $10 per person per day on safari, but when we were at Beho Beho $5–$10 was suggested as appropriate for the lodge staff, but guides were also to be tipped $10 per person per drive/walk. We had already put our tip in the general tips box only to discover that this was for house staff only and that we should tip the guides personally. It was all rather awkward.
We also did not know how much was appropriate as a tip for Thadeo, our 'butler' at Matemwe Retreat, so we just had to guess." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr N Bledlow
UK
"Great trip to Tanzania"
I visited Tanzania between 16 Aug 2011 and 3 Sep 2011
"Once again we had a great time and appreciate the advice and planning that went into it on the part of Expert Africa.
You had a hard act to follow after our Zambia trip four years ago and on balance I think that one had the edge over Tanzania. However, BehoBeho is definitely the best camp we have been to and that made the trip for us.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I had a very helpful discussion with Chris McIntyre before embarking on the planning stage of the trip and I think his input certainly helped to put together an excellent itinerary. Without that it may not have been as good. If this is not a normal part of the service you offer it may be useful to build such a discussion into your process as a regular feature." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
You had a hard act to follow after our Zambia trip four years ago and on balance I think that one had the edge over Tanzania. However, BehoBeho is definitely the best camp we have been to and that made the trip for us.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I had a very helpful discussion with Chris McIntyre before embarking on the planning stage of the trip and I think his input certainly helped to put together an excellent itinerary. Without that it may not have been as good. If this is not a normal part of the service you offer it may be useful to build such a discussion into your process as a regular feature." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr T & Mrs M
Co Dur.
"Beho Beho Safari August 2011"
I visited Tanzania between 13 Aug 2011 and 21 Aug 2011
"Overall the trip to Beho Beho was brilliant. It far exceeded our expectations. From the moment we landed at Beho Beho to the moment we left we completely switched off from the outside world and immersed ourselves in the safari and bush life in general.
Being on safari was always exciting, informative, friendly and at times scary but most of all it was an experience to savour and one we will never forget." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Being on safari was always exciting, informative, friendly and at times scary but most of all it was an experience to savour and one we will never forget." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs & Mrs M
New York
"An extraordinary experience!"
I visited Tanzania between 12 Aug 2011 and 27 Aug 2011
"We just got back from our trip to Africa. I'm swamped with work right now but wanted to take just a few minutes to tell you that the two-week Safari you orchestrated for us in Tanzania came off flawlessly. That means that all of the multiple travel transfers went off without a hitch, the camps you put us in more than exceeded our expectations, the guides we had in the various camps were without exception excellent.
I know I speak for my wife Audrey, and Ann and Kevin when I send you a very warm and enthusiastic “thank you” for turning our many phone conversations back in December into such an extraordinary experience.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Clearer guidelines on how much cash one needs to bring to cover tips and drinks (such as Lake Manze, where drinks were not included and credit cards not accepted) would have been a great help. We had only one opportunity to use an ATM (which worked for us but not for our friends), which was quite lucky in terms of the timing when we'd run out of cash, and the location, being the one day we were driving through Karatu where there is an ATM. Not having enough cash, and not being sure of where or when we could get some, caused a fair amount of anxiety and stress that would have been eliminated if we'd simply brought enough to begin with.
We also didn't realize that everyone accepted U.S. dollars even for cash tips, so could have bypassed all the trouble trying to get Tanzanian shillings in the right amounts." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Tanzania safari
I know I speak for my wife Audrey, and Ann and Kevin when I send you a very warm and enthusiastic “thank you” for turning our many phone conversations back in December into such an extraordinary experience.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Clearer guidelines on how much cash one needs to bring to cover tips and drinks (such as Lake Manze, where drinks were not included and credit cards not accepted) would have been a great help. We had only one opportunity to use an ATM (which worked for us but not for our friends), which was quite lucky in terms of the timing when we'd run out of cash, and the location, being the one day we were driving through Karatu where there is an ATM. Not having enough cash, and not being sure of where or when we could get some, caused a fair amount of anxiety and stress that would have been eliminated if we'd simply brought enough to begin with.
We also didn't realize that everyone accepted U.S. dollars even for cash tips, so could have bypassed all the trouble trying to get Tanzanian shillings in the right amounts." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs K & family
London
"The holiday of a lifetime"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 11 Aug 2011 and 24 Aug 2011
"This was a holiday that pleased the whole family. Our teenagers were enthralled. They loved the adventure and learning all the information about the animals and plant-life. We saw many more animals and birds that we had thought possible in that short time and we were looked after perfectly. I don't think I've been on a holiday where the staff are so keen to see you enjoying their country.
Relaxing by Zanzibar's beautiful beaches was the perfect rest after the busyness of the safari.
Many thanks for organizing such a wonderful trip.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Perhaps describing the location of each camp a little more fully. But, that said, we were thoroughly satisfies with the service you gave." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zanzibar holiday
Relaxing by Zanzibar's beautiful beaches was the perfect rest after the busyness of the safari.
Many thanks for organizing such a wonderful trip.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Perhaps describing the location of each camp a little more fully. But, that said, we were thoroughly satisfies with the service you gave." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs H & Mr S
UK
"The Hellicar and Smiths go to Tanzania!"
I visited Tanzania between 9 Aug 2011 and 21 Aug 2011
"The whole trip was simply fantastic. Everything went to plan, there were no hold-ups or problems and all the complicated arrangements worked like clockwork. We were touched by the kindness and helpfulness of the Tanzanians and have swapped addresses with one of our waiters.
We experienced three very different camps but they were all superb for different reasons. Flying from the Selous to Ruaha was amazing and we loved the contrast in landscape between the two locations. We were very pleased that we did not do the usual finishing off on a beach in Zanzibar that most people seem to do but used our time to see more of the wild, stunning Tanzania with its lovely people and fabulous creatures.
Many thanks to Liz for all her help and advice. It was the trip of a lifetime and went way beyond all our wildest dreams. Thank you.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No!!" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Tanzania safari
We experienced three very different camps but they were all superb for different reasons. Flying from the Selous to Ruaha was amazing and we loved the contrast in landscape between the two locations. We were very pleased that we did not do the usual finishing off on a beach in Zanzibar that most people seem to do but used our time to see more of the wild, stunning Tanzania with its lovely people and fabulous creatures.
Many thanks to Liz for all her help and advice. It was the trip of a lifetime and went way beyond all our wildest dreams. Thank you.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No!!" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr R & Miss B
London
"jambo"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 9 Aug 2011 and 20 Aug 2011
"We loved it. I can't imagine a better place to have spent our honeymoon.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
no, we had fantastic service." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zanzibar holiday
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
no, we had fantastic service." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr J & Miss M
UK
"outstanding"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 7 Aug 2011 and 17 Aug 2011
"outstanding
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
nil" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 3 on a Tanzania safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
nil" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 3 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
The T family
Woking
"Beho Beho / Pongwe"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 6 Aug 2011 and 21 Aug 2011
"Grea holiday
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
no thoughts" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zanzibar holiday
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
no thoughts" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr McD
Bournemouth
"Perfect - simply perfect!"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 3 Aug 2011 and 14 Aug 2011
"Everything was perfectly organised - All of the connections went well - Each hotel was wonderful
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zanzibar holiday
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
741
reviews of Nyerere by travellers since August 2007
Overall rating by our travellers
Filter by month
Looking for inspiration on where to travel next?
Visit our trip chooser to explore your options and find inspiration for your perfect African adventure
Inspire meWhere to stay in Nyerere
Our suggestions for safari camps in Nyerere National Park
Impala Camp
Impala Camp is a comfortable, excellent-value camp with colourful tented rooms raised on platforms, good guiding and tasty food.
Lake Manze Camp
Lake Manze Camp is a rustic, lakeside bushcamp in Nyerere National Park that offers a great wilderness experience and doesn’t cost the earth.
Beho Beho
Beho Beho is one of the best camps we work with in Africa, with gracious hosts, fantastic food and most importantly, excellent guiding.
Siwandu
Siwandu is a luxurious and smoothly run camp with beautiful rooms and superb service offering great views over Lake Nzerakera.
Sand Rivers Camp
The stylishly put together Sand Rivers has an outstanding reputation, with a wonderful location on the Rufiji River and great guides.
Beho Beho Tree-house
Beho Beho Treehouse is a satellite tree platform for just one couple, managed by Beho Beho and ideal as a one-night honeymoon retreat
Impala fly-camping
While you're staying at Impala Camp in Nyerere National Park, you can enjoy a few nights' fly-camping in the heart of the bush.
Rufiji River Camp
Rufiji River Camp has a lovely location right on the edge of the Rufiji River and while not luxurious, it is one of the lowest-cost camps in the park.
Sand Rivers fly-camp
Sand Rivers fly-camping safaris in Tanzania's Nyerere National Park operate out of Sand Rivers Camp, on the Rufiji River.
Roho ya Selous
Roho ya Selous is a smart tented camp on the west side of lake Nzerakera, close to the park’s best wildlife-viewing areas.
Beho Beho Bailey's Banda
Bailey's Banda at Beho Beho is a luxurious safari lodge in Nyerere National Park which can be booked exclusively for you and your party.
Rufiji River fly-camp
Fly-camping trips can be organised from Rufiji River Camp in Tanzania's Nyerere National Park
Kiba Point
Kiba Point is the private sister camp of Sand Rivers, available on an exclusive basis, with its own private drivers and staff.
Mivumo River Lodge
Mivumo River Lodge is Serena's main lodge in the Selous. Although comfortable, the windows and air-conditioning dispel any wilderness feel.
