Reviews of safaris to Serengeti Migration Area
396 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Serengeti.
"Rwanda and Tanzania March 2018"
The entire planning of the trip took multiple conversations and emails with the Expert Africa team. They were extremely helpful and worked with us until we found a trip that we thought would meet our desired experience. I believe we had seven iterations before finally choosing the last one.
I would have mixed feelings about going during rainy season again. It was less crowded, which was quite nice. A few plans did get rained out or had to be changed.
The few hotels we stayed at in between various parts of the trip were used only for several hours and simpler, less expensive accommodations would probably have sufficed quite well.
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We did not seek other quotes for the trip.
Our previous trip to Zambia with Expert Africa impressed us so much, that we only used them to arrange this tour for us. It was a good decision." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 8 on a Rwanda safari
"Great elephant and cat experience"
We had a fantastic time and can't wait to return to Africa and its precious wildlife.
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No." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
"My Feb 2018 trip"
Thank you to everyone who made it possible.
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No, keep up the good work, we'll be back!" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
"Pining for what could have been..."
The reason was the infestation of tsetse flies through the Lake Manyara/Tarangire/Serengeti area. These are not just a nuisance; they are a major problem, turning every game drive into a very painful and distressing endurance test. Totally impervious to any kind of insect repellent, swarms of tsetse flies descend upon people persistently biting at will on both uncovered and covered skin. Yes, they bite through your clothes, too. I ended up with my entire skin a mass burning welts - something that went from simple discomfort to sheer pain, only temporarily relieved by spells under cold showers, and eventually, towards the end of my trip, by some anti-histaminic pills and cream provided by the manageress at Lamai Serengeti.
I was not warned of this, something I find disconcerting from an outfit that advertises itself as Expert Africa and provides specialist consultants for each area. Surely clients are entitled to expect full and honest advice?" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
"My Feb 2018 trip"
I think Justin returned my calls and replied to my emails within 10 minutes, and there were a lot of them! And thanks for procuring the binocs! The trip he planned turned out as perfect as it could be. The Rhotia Valley stay was really a genius choice. As a physician, I bonded with the owners and was invited to join them for meals so we could continue our conversations. I expect to have an ongoing relationship with them, and hope to return.
I see no place to comment specifically on my guide, so I’ll do that here. Nathoo was incredible. He knew every plant, animal, constellation. I had my Swahili lessons while driving around. There can’t possibly be anyone better!
I would say this trip exceeded my expectations, and was worth every penny.
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No, I don’t!" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
"Fantastic experience."
Loved Africa." Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
"My Nov 2017 trip"
We were bowled over by how much we enjoyed the whole experience.
We have taken many vacations all over the world. This certainly was the most unforgettable and ranks up there with the best of them." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
"My Nov 2017 trip"
The staff at expert Africa gave us good advice about where to go and made the planning straightforward.
Going to three different camps allowed us to see animals in different landscapes.
Because we went to two Nomad and then a different company camp there was a lot of disappointment about not staying with Nomad. This however was a good idea as the food is quite similar at each camp and you might get bored of it!
The driving distances in the northern circuit aren't that large and it may be that a combination of driving and flying would result in greater exposure to the countryside.
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Not really it was all great. We will be ringing you to go again next year!
I guess as a first time safari-gooer I didn't really realise how close we would come to the animals and how we would feel part of their world (them looking at us as well as the other way around!) The joy of seeing the cycle of life that plays out each day is an unforgettable experience!" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 13 on a Tanzania safari
"Best trip ever."
The assistance in researching and setting up the trip was excellent...........well done James Denny of Expert Africa. He has, we gather, subsequently left so had to select Chris M below.
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If you keep this quality up it's difficult to suggest improvements !" Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 20 on a Tanzania safari
"2017 Safari"

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