6-Day Majestic Tanzania Safari – All Inclusive

Best Trip Ever with guide Albert!

African safari has always been on my bucket list. As both my older children are in college, I wanted to make sure we got this very special vacation in before they were too busy for us with internships and future jobs. I had looked into Taurk and Abercrombie & Kent as my parents have vacation to Afria with them — but boy! Am I glad I had a friend who had been with Gosheni and referred them to me. When you are traveling half way across the world, it is scary to book a trip with a random internet company. Is this s real company? Will they show up? Are these hotels decent? Is it safe? … Let me put all your minds at ease!! 1. Real company. Completely 1000% legit. Our tour guide and driver Albert for the week picked us up at Kilmanjouro and took us to enjoy our first couple nights at Melia Arusha for us to relax and get ready for the adventure ahead of us. 2. Safari jeeps fit a maximum of 7 plus driver/guide. I personally would recommend going in a group of 5-6 max so you have your own jeep and don’t need to have multiple jeeps following each other so you can maneuver through the safari better to capture the best views. 3. Hotels: Review said 5 star and they met expectation (though remember they still are tents and you are out in nature). Tarangire was a great way to ease into the safari. Lemala Mpingo Lodge was so nice. My family didn’t love the dirt roads to the tents but it was probably one of my favorite. Crater Edge Lodge was my families favorite tent. They food was also really good. We then did Melia (Central) Serengeti for 2 nights which had gorgeous views and my little one enjoyed making beaded bracelet with the Massi. We then headed to the great migration in North Serengeti and stayed at Nikolai Mara. 4. Meals: On the safari all meals were included and served family style for our family of 5. 5. Safe: I always felt beyond safe. From our amazing guide Albert to everyone single person in the hotel staff. They were all so kind, thoughtful, happy and accommodating. 6. Hot air balloon: It was gorgeous and amazing and I would highly recommend. It was close to $500 pp but I think it was worth the experience. 7. Photographer: Gosheni arranged to have Hemedi join us for a day so we could capture some family pictures. My have 18 and 19 year old daughters so you can only imagine how difficult it would be please them — Hemedi not only met but exceeded their expectations. You can tell he really cares and love the job. Lastly, I want to give a huge shout out to Albert! I do not think our trip would have been the same without him. He was clearly excessively experienced compared to the others guides. He could anticipate things that I don’t believe the “newer” guys could have done. He was networked to know where to go. He was beyond knowledgeable. My 7 yo daughter said, “he never said ‘I don’t know’” He was good about being with us but also giving us privacy - and he always had a smile on his face!! The only negative thing I would say is the car felt older than some of the others we saw (though others looked older than ours). There were extra cushions on the seats to give it more padding. I would have paid more for a slightly more upgraded car but I would never trade the car situation for a different and less experienced driver and guide.

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Unforgettable experience

Gosheni is an excellent travel agency and did a fantastic job organizing our safari. Everything was well arranged, and we had a really good time with an amazing overall experience. From the very beginning, Maliwaza, the trip planner and coordinator, provided excellent itinerary recommendations and was always available to assist whenever needed. Her thoughtful planning and support made the entire journey smooth and enjoyable. The guides Peter and Moris were extremely professional and knowledgeable. They were excellent at tracking wildlife and had a great sense of timing. For the wildebeest crossing, Peter found an ideal location in advance and waited with us for the right moment, giving us an incredible viewing experience. We were also very lucky to witness elephants crossing the river, which was another unforgettable highlight. The Mandarin-speaking guides Obadia and Alifa were also highly responsible and helpful. They accompanied us throughout the entire trip, provided translation assistance, and made sure smooth communication and coordination. Overall, everything went very well, and we had an incredible time throughout the trip. The whole team was professional, friendly, and attentive, and they made the entire safari experience truly special. We are very happy with the experience and would definitely recommend Gosheni to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania.

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Unforgettable Safari Experience 10/10

Gosheni has been amazing to work with. Specifically our tour guide Calvin has been everything we could have asked for and more on our safari honeymoon. He is gentle, kind, patient, and truly a master of his craft. He was able to navigate us through all terrains to find everything we asked for safely and swiftly. I highly recommend him as a tour guide, he was a stranger who has become family that I would trust without any doubt. If you are looking for someone who will go above and beyond to make your experience unique without missing the details and not rushing you through the experience then Calvin is your guy. He has taught us so much, not just animals but Africa and history in general. He is well educated, very respected by his peers and he will always go out of his way like a true professional. If you have made it this far in my review then you will have to understand I am not one to ever leave a review for anything but for Calvin I will do anything just as he has done for my wife and I. Dont even hesitate and book Calvin as your guide and let him take care of the rest. Africa is beautiful and so are the people here, they will accept you with open arms anywhere you go. Go with the best for this once in a lifetime experience. Trust Calvin

Response from the operator: Dear Manvir K Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a heartfelt review of your honeymoon safari with Gosheni Safaris. Reading your words truly means a lot to our entire team. A honeymoon is one of life's most special journeys, and we are honored that you trusted Gosheni Safaris to be part of such an important chapter in your lives. We are especially grateful for your incredible recognition of Calvin. Your description of him reflects exactly the qualities that make a truly exceptional safari guide. His patience, kindness, professionalism, and deep knowledge of Tanzania's wildlife, history, culture, and landscapes are qualities that our guests consistently appreciate. We are delighted to hear that he not only helped you find the wildlife you dreamed of seeing but also created a meaningful connection that made your experience even more memorable. The greatest compliment a guide can receive is when guests feel completely safe, cared for, and understood throughout their journey. Knowing that Calvin earned your trust and became more than just a guide during your safari is something we are incredibly proud of. We will make sure he receives your kind words personally, and we know they will mean a great deal to him. At Gosheni Safaris, we believe that unforgettable safaris are built on more than wildlife sightings alone. They are created through genuine hospitality, expert guiding, careful planning, and the ability to make each guest feel like family. Your review beautifully captures this spirit, and we are grateful that your experience reflected these values. Thank you as well for your recommendation to future travelers. Reviews like yours help others understand that a safari is not simply about visiting national parks, but about experiencing Tanzania through the eyes of passionate local professionals who genuinely care about every guest's journey. From all of us at Gosheni Safaris, thank you for allowing us to be part of your honeymoon memories. We wish you and your wife a lifetime of happiness, adventure, and wonderful travels together. Whenever you decide to return to Africa, your Gosheni Safaris family will be ready to welcome you back with open arms.

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The best tour company!

Gosheni was excellent from start to finish! The communication and booking with Maliwaza was very clear and she kept us updated on our booking. Our guide, Calvin Laban, has been so so wonderful. He is knowledgeable, patient and very kind hearted, always taking the time to explain everything from the local language, customs, and details on the animals we saw. We visited Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater as part of our trip and would highly recommend visiting all of these! Seeing all the wild animals has been incredible. All of the accommodation we stayed in was luxurious and comfortable, and we were fed very well! We really enjoyed the added extras of the balloon safari and the crater rim walk, but wouldn't recommend the Masai Village tour as much due to it feeling rather performative. It's been one of the best weeks of our lives experiencing some of what Tanzania has to offer. We hope to be back for another safari with Gosheni & Calvin someday!

Response from the operator: Dear Georgia Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed review we truly appreciate it , We understand you might be busy after travel but you managed to use your valuable time and give the great feedback so this means a lot to us. We are very pleased to hear that everything ran smoothly from the first communication with Maliwaza through to the safari itself. Clear and consistent planning is something we take seriously, and it’s good to see that reflected in your experience. A big thank you for your kind words about Calvin Kileo , He is a very thoughtful guide — patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely focused on making sure guests understand what they are seeing, not just ticking off animals. We will make sure he receives your feedback. Your route covering Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater is one of the strongest combinations, and it’s good to see you experienced it properly. Also noted on your feedback regarding the Maasai Village — this is important for us, and we will continue to guide guests more clearly so expectations are set correctly. As a locally owned company based in Tanzania with over 20 years of experience, our focus is simple: strong guiding, reliable logistics, and honest delivery on what we promise. We are grateful you trusted Gosheni Safaris with your trip, and we will be very happy to welcome you back again. Karibu tena Tanzania.

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Incredible Safari Experience

We had an absolutely incredible experience with Gosheni, Calvin Laban our guide was brilliant! He was so friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating, adjusting the days to suit what we wanted. It was everything we could hope for in a safari and would do it again in a heartbeat with Calvin as our guide. We saw everything we could hope for and our guide helped us get some incredible experiences that we'll remember forever.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much Tom for taking the time to share your experience with us — we truly appreciate it, especially knowing how busy things can be after returning from safari. We are very happy to hear that your trip was everything you hoped for. This is exactly what we work for every day. A special thank you for your kind words about Calvin Kileo. He is a very dedicated guide — calm, knowledgeable, and always focused on reading the situation and adjusting the plan to suit guests. The flexibility you mentioned is important on safari, and Calvin handles this very well. We will make sure your feedback reaches him. At Gosheni Safaris, as a locally owned company based in Tanzania with over 20 years of experience, we focus on getting the basics right — strong guiding, proper planning, and reliable service on the ground. When all of that comes together, guests get the kind of experience you described. We are grateful you chose to travel with us and trusted us with your safari. Karibu tena Tanzania — you will always be welcome back.

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