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From the beginning to the end, we had quick precise communication. Text and emails were answered promptly. The booking process was seamless and easy. Thank you, Fanny!! The camps and other accommo... See more
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Just back from an amazing 6 night safari and 4 nights in Zanzibar. What an incredible experience. All organised to a very high standard, our choice of accommodation throughout our stay was out of this... See more
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About Tanzania Specialist
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We are Your Guide to Tanzania's wonders
Tanzania is a top safari destination and has so much to offer. You can choose to experience an amazing Tanzania safari, a round-trip, and relax at the world’s most beautiful beaches on Zanzibar Island. Or did you always dream about climbing Kilimanjaro?
Get in touch with our experts: we are called Tanzania Specialist for a reason!
Karibu Tanzania, see you soon in Africa!
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Socratesstraat 1, 2675 XD, Honselersdijk, Netherlands
- +1 518 634 1139
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A very good holiday
17 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Customer,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.
We are delighted to hear that you had a very good holiday with Tanzania Specialist. Knowing that you enjoyed your trip means a great deal to our entire team, who work hard to create memorable travel experiences for every guest.
We truly appreciate your support and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure in the future.
Tanzania Specialist Team.
The safari was great!
The safari was amazing, our guide was great! The lodges were wonderful and the staff were friendly. I was slightly disappointed that when we had someone come to sell us excursions in Zanzibar, she told us a price, repeated the price, and then entered in a higher price and was shocked when we noticed and I canceled. Very disappointed with that and though the resort was amazing in Zanzibar, it was disappointing to be so far away from the towns, it was as just too expensive to take a taxi or to book excursions that were cheaper online. However, overall we had a wonderful time.
5 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Customer,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing safari and that your guide, the lodges, and the friendly staff all contributed to a memorable experience.
We also appreciate your comments regarding the location of your Zanzibar resort. While many of our beachfront properties are selected for their peaceful surroundings and beautiful beaches, we understand that this can sometimes mean being farther from local towns and attractions. Your feedback will help us better guide future guests based on their preferences for either tranquility or easy access to nearby attractions.
At the same time, we are sorry to learn about your experience with the excursion representative in Zanzibar. We understand how disappointing it must have been to be quoted one price only to see a higher amount entered afterward. This is certainly not the level of transparency we expect from our partners, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We will share your feedback with the relevant team to help ensure a better experience for future travelers.
We are pleased that, despite these concerns, you had a wonderful overall holiday and created great memories during your time in Tanzania.
Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future.
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Tanzania Safari
See the animals on the Safari. Joshua had great coordination with tour drivers to keep us in the loop where the animals where
The sound of silence camp was amazing. The staff superb. Oleria was fantastic.
The negative was getting charged 559 dollars at the last minute for gas. $200 would of been acceptable. 500+ was thievery.
16 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Kevin Vandertoorn,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your safari and the incredible wildlife encounters. It is wonderful to know that Joshua's excellent coordination with the other guides helped ensure you were always in the best position to spot the animals. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him.
We are also pleased that you had such a memorable stay at Sound of Silence Camp. It's great to hear that you enjoyed the camp as well as Olerai being the outstanding one and that rest of the staff made your stay so special with their outstanding hospitality.
At the same time, we are sorry to learn of your disappointment regarding the operational surcharge. We understand how frustrating it was to receive this additional charge shortly before your departure. The surcharge was introduced in response to the significant increase in operational costs, particularly fuel prices, affecting safari operations at the time. While we appreciate that this explanation does not lessen the impact on your experience, we value your honest feedback and understand your perspective.
Thank you once again for sharing both the highlights and your concerns. Your feedback is important to us as we continue to improve our communication and overall guest experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable safari in the future.
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Trip of a lifetime
The trip was everything we could have asked for and more. Our tour guide 'Millya' was amazing. He was truly passionate in his job and we could tell he loved what he was doing. He was so informative and is truly what made the trip amazing. Seeing the animals is one thing but being able to learn and see it through the eyes of someone who sees this regularly and still is in awe of nature was my favorite part of the trip.
8 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear [Customer's Name],
Dear Cinthya and Samuel,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Tanzania Specialist for your safari adventure.
We are absolutely delighted to hear that your journey was the trip of a lifetime and that it exceeded your expectations. It is especially rewarding to know that Millya made such a meaningful impact on your experience. His passion for wildlife, deep knowledge, and genuine enthusiasm for sharing Tanzania's natural wonders are qualities we truly value, and we will be delighted to share your kind words with him.
We love that you highlighted not only the incredible wildlife sightings but also the experience of seeing nature through the eyes of someone who continues to be inspired by it every day. Moments like these are what make a safari so memorable, and we're thrilled that they became your favorite part of the trip.
Thank you once again for your thoughtful recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure in the future.
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Safari/ beach holiday
Everything was fabulous. Diana could not have been more helpful when we booked, and deliberated, and added on plans! Our guide, Mansour. Was just the best. So knowledgeable and with the best eyes for spotting wildlife. Sf
29 June 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Alexis Kent,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are delighted to hear that your safari and beach holiday was such a fabulous experience. It’s especially rewarding to know that Diana was able to support you throughout the planning process, helping you refine your itinerary and making sure everything came together perfectly.
A special thank you for your kind words about your guide, Mansour. We will be sure to share your compliments with him. His knowledge, passion for wildlife, and remarkable ability to spot animals are qualities we are very proud of, and we're thrilled that he helped make your safari so memorable.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist. We truly appreciate your trust in us and hope to welcome you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure in the future!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Fabulous safari
We had a fabulous time on safari with our guide Lazaro. We saw so many animals close to our van and easily completed the big 5. Lazaro was knowledgeable about both animals and birds and excellent at spotting animals from far away. We always managed to get a great viewing spot especially for the Wildebeest migration accross the Mara river.
The lodges we stayed in were excellent and exceeded our expectations - spotless with hot showers and WiFi and friendly staff. The food was also delicious and the lodges catered for our dietary requirements amazingly well ( nut free, gluten free and vegetarian.
We all had an amazing time - thank you
23 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Harriet Miles,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are delighted to hear that you had such a fabulous safari with Lazaro. It’s fantastic to know that his knowledge of both wildlife and birdlife, together with his exceptional spotting skills, helped you enjoy incredible sightings, including completing the Big Five and witnessing the spectacular wildebeest migration across the Mara River.
We're also thrilled that the lodges exceeded your expectations. It's wonderful to hear that you found them comfortable, spotless, and welcoming, and that the staff took such great care in catering to your dietary requirements. Providing personalized service is something we take great pride in.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist for your adventure. We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted that you had such an amazing experience. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable safari in the future!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Once in a Lifetime - do this tour
This was an amazing tour. Our guide was exceptional. All hotels and lodges were fantastic. Well organized. We also spent 4 days at the end of the tour in Zanzibar. The only downside was the resort was a long way from a city. So only organized tours could be purchased to leave the resort to see more of the Island. Otherwise, it was a wonderful place to relax.
19 January 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Shelley Meakin,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are delighted to hear that your journey with Tanzania Specialist was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It’s fantastic to know that your guide, the carefully selected hotels and lodges, and the overall organization of your trip all exceeded your expectations.
We're also pleased that you enjoyed your relaxing stay in Zanzibar. We appreciate your feedback regarding the resort's location. While many beachfront resorts are intentionally situated in quieter areas to offer guests a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, we understand that this can make independent exploration of the island less convenient. Your comments are valuable and will help us continue matching accommodations to our guests' travel preferences.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist and for recommending our tour to others. We truly appreciate your trust in us and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure in the future!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Accommodations surpassed expectations
The crew that booked our accommodations was great! They listened to our preferences, made good suggestions and were very flexible when we altered plans. The accommodations definitely lived up to the descriptions and photos. The lodges were very nice and the staff members were welcoming and friendly.
18 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Sadie Kronbergs,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are delighted to hear that your accommodations surpassed your expectations and that our team was able to create an itinerary that perfectly matched your preferences. It's great to know that you found our travel consultants flexible, attentive, and helpful throughout the planning process.
We're also pleased that the lodges lived up to their descriptions and photos, and that you enjoyed the warm hospitality provided by the staff at each property. Creating seamless and memorable experiences for our guests is exactly what we strive for.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist. We truly appreciate your trust in us and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure in the future!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Emmanuel is a Star!
Emmanuel is an excellent guide who gave us so much practical and interesting information. He is a very careful driver, which we appreciated. The vehicle was clean and well-maintained. Of the many things we did in Tanzania, our safari was the highlight!
12 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Vince and Laura Verges,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We are thrilled to hear that your safari was the highlight of your time in Tanzania. It’s wonderful to know that Emmanuel's knowledge, professionalism, and friendly nature made such a positive impact on your experience.
We will be sure to share your kind words with Emmanuel. He will be delighted to know that you appreciated his insightful information, careful driving, and dedication to ensuring you had a safe and memorable safari.
We're also pleased to hear that you found the vehicle clean and well maintained, as providing comfort and reliability is an important part of the experience we strive to deliver.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Tanzania!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Very experience guide
Very experience guide, it was great to have Frank as our guide, a réal magicien in finding the animals
and good travel organisation as well as the accommodations
We were a little disapointed with the sound of silence lodge as we had unfinished tents smelling of paint and not cleaned up on the second night
We booked an activity per mail on our last day which was great but curiosly the Price on the Tanzania Specialist app was much lower quoted as we paied. No explication given and I asked a few times.
Otherwise everything was great and we were very happy and hope we can come back again
6 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Catarina Cantarella Paccaud,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us.
We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful safari and that Frank made such a positive impression. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to him—his incredible ability to spot wildlife truly is something special, and we're thrilled he helped make your safari so memorable.
We're also pleased to know that you were happy with the overall organization of your trip and the accommodations selected for your journey.
At the same time, we sincerely apologize that your stay at Sound of Silence Lodge did not meet your expectations. We regret that your tent was not fully finished and that it was not properly cleaned on the second night. This is certainly not the standard we expect from our accommodation partners, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention.
We also apologize for the confusion regarding the price of the additional activity booked before your departure. We understand how frustrating it is not to receive a clear explanation, and we appreciate your feedback. We will review this internally to better understand what happened and improve our communication in such situations.
Thank you once again for your balanced and constructive feedback. We are delighted that, despite these concerns, you had a great holiday and would like to return. We would be honored to welcome you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure in the future.
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Perfect family holiday
I am grateful to Tanzania Specialist that every planned thing was on time with great organization. I didn’t even need to inform anyone.
21 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Kenan Bayrakci,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are delighted to hear that you and your family had a perfect holiday with Tanzania Specialist. It is especially rewarding to know that everything was well organized and ran smoothly, allowing you to simply relax and enjoy your journey without having to worry about the details.
Providing seamless service and ensuring every part of your trip is carefully coordinated is exactly what we strive for, so your kind words mean a great deal to our team.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist. We truly appreciate your trust in us and hope to welcome you and your family back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure in the future!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Victor Frischknecht,
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience and that both our staff and the accommodations exceeded your expectations. Providing exceptional service and carefully selected accommodations is something we take great pride in.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure in Tanzania in the future!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Mark Wilkin,
Thank you for your lovely review!
We’re delighted to hear that you were very happy with your trip and that everything went well. Knowing that you had a smooth and enjoyable experience is exactly what we strive for.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist. We truly appreciate your trust in us and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Tanzania in the future!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
What a brilliant experience
We had everything we needed, wanted and wished for. A great guide, perfect accommodations, great food, a full and smooth itinerary, fabulous game drives at times to suit us and we achieved sightings of so many different animals (including the big 5) as they went about their daily business. We also were able to observe the local population and get to appreciate some of their challenges and successes. Everyone we encountered was helpful, cheerful and positive. We loved our visit and would recommend ‘Tanzania Specialists’ to anyone interested in a safari holiday.
The booking was simple and personalized with the help of our contact. The few days in Zanzibar were just perfect what a brilliant experience
16 January 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Jude,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are thrilled to hear that your safari and Zanzibar holiday exceeded your expectations. It's fantastic to know that everything from your personalized booking experience and carefully planned itinerary to your guide, accommodations, delicious food, and game drives came together to create such a memorable adventure.
We're especially delighted that you were able to see the Big Five and so many other incredible animals in their natural habitat. It’s also wonderful to hear that your journey gave you the opportunity to connect with the local communities and gain a deeper appreciation of their way of life.
Your kind words about our team and the warm hospitality you experienced mean a great deal to us. Providing personalized service and unforgettable travel experiences is exactly what we strive for.
Thank you for recommending Tanzania Specialist. We truly appreciate your trust in us and hope to welcome you back for another incredible adventure in Tanzania someday!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Great lodging with excellent food…
Great lodging with excellent food quality. Knowledgeable and friendly guides. Shout out to Abdul.
10 March 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Customer,
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the excellent accommodations, the high quality of the food, and the service provided throughout your trip.
A special thank you for your kind words about Abdul. We will be sure to pass along your shout-out to him. He will be thrilled to know that his knowledge and friendly personality helped make your safari such a memorable experience.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Tanzania!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Best experience and vacation ever
Best experience and vacation ever! Tanzania specialist made the booking process incredible as well the lodges they assigned, our guide Nicholas was awesome!!! Highly recommend.
2 April 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Frank Jonathan Campos,
Thank you so much for your amazing review!
We are thrilled to hear that you had the best vacation ever and that Tanzania Specialist made both the booking process and your safari such a memorable experience.
A special thank you for recognizing your guide, Nicholas. We will be delighted to share your kind words with him. Knowing that he helped make your adventure so enjoyable is the greatest reward for his dedication and passion.
We're also pleased that you enjoyed the lodges selected for your journey and that everything met your expectations.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Tanzania Specialist. We truly appreciate your trust in us and look forward to welcoming you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Everything was perfect
Everything was perfect. The accommodations, the travel, the experience. I feel richer for this trip.
1 February 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Janet Ellis,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are delighted to hear that everything was perfect—from the accommodations and travel arrangements to your overall experience. Knowing that your journey left you feeling richer in experiences and memories is the greatest compliment we could receive.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist to be part of your adventure. We truly appreciate your trust in us and hope to welcome you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable journey in the future.
Tanzania Specialist Team.
A fantastic experience in Tanzania
We had a truly fantastic trip with our Tanzania Specialist guide Millya in Dec 2025-Jan 2026. We saw so many amazing ecosystems and animals - including hunting cheetah, lions galore, all sorts of ungulates and a really wide range of lizards, small mammals, birds and bugs. Millya was a true expert who seemed to be able to find anything we wanted to see, and our accommodation was great. We were especially pleased to be able to add a trip to Olduvai Gorge and one to the foot of Kilimanjaro to our itinerary, and our favourite bit of Zanzibar was either the tortoise sanctuary on Prison Island or the long morning spent snorkeling!
16 December 2025
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Isabelle Winder,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience!
We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic journey through Tanzania and Zanzibar. It’s wonderful to know that you were able to experience the incredible diversity of our wildlife and ecosystems, from witnessing hunting cheetahs and lions to spotting a wide variety of birds, reptiles, mammals, and insects.
A special thank you for recognizing your guide, Millya. We will be sure to share your kind words with him. His expertise, passion for wildlife, and dedication to creating unforgettable safari experiences are qualities we are very proud of, and we're thrilled he helped make your trip so memorable.
We're also pleased that you enjoyed your accommodations and that your personalized itinerary included memorable experiences such as Olduvai Gorge, the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, and your time in Zanzibar. It’s wonderful to hear that Prison Island's giant tortoise sanctuary and your snorkeling adventure were among the highlights of your stay.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist to plan your adventure. We truly appreciate your trust in us and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable journey through Tanzania in the future!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Staff communicated any updates to…
Staff communicated any updates to itinerary consistently. The staff and drivers in Tanzania were very courteous and professional - a pleasure to work with. Punctual each day. Thank you - it was the trip of a lifetime - excellent service!
13 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Customer,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are delighted to hear that you had the trip of a lifetime with Tanzania Specialist. It’s especially rewarding to know that our team kept you well informed throughout your journey and that our staff and drivers impressed you with their professionalism, courtesy, and punctuality.
Providing excellent service and ensuring our guests feel supported every step of the way is what we strive for, so your kind words mean a great deal to us.
Thank you for choosing Tanzania Specialist to be part of your adventure. We truly appreciate your trust in us and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable experience in the future!
Tanzania Specialist Team.
Tanzania Safari
**edit: I am editing my original review based on the fact that the company’s reply below implies we were provided with a mosquito net after escalation at the tent camp. However, no mosquito net was ever installed. I also want to make clear we reached out directly to the company prior to this review to have them address our concerns. We never received a reply, yet on a public forum they decided to “address our concerns”.
Original:
Overall, we had a great trip, and Abdul was an outstanding guide. He was personable, knowledgeable, and made our experience very enjoyable.
Our biggest disappointment was our stay at one of the tent camps, which did not provide mosquito nets. We requested one but were told none were available even after contacting customer service through the company while on safari there was no resolution. We left covered in mosquito bites despite being assured the tent had been sprayed while we were at dinner. Had we known this property didn't offer mosquito nets, we would not have agreed to stay there. This was especially disappointing because it was not the camp on our original itinerary. We understand the original property was sold out, but the replacement felt like a lower-quality experience with no adjustment to the price.
Finally, after we had already paid for the trip in full, we were asked to pay an additional fuel surcharge. While we understand that unexpected costs can arise, and we were dealing with our own unexpected travel expenses due to canceled flights and rebooking costs, being asked to pay more after paying in full left us feeling that the pricing could have been more transparent.
4 July 2026
Reply from Tanzania Specialist
Dear Bridget
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback with us.
We are delighted to hear that you had a great safari overall and that Abdul made such a positive impression. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him—he will be thrilled to know that his knowledge, professionalism, and friendly nature helped make your experience so enjoyable.
We sincerely apologize that your stay at one of the tented camps did not meet the standards you expected, particularly regarding the absence of a mosquito net. Guest comfort is extremely important to us, and we fully understand your disappointment. We also appreciate that you contacted our Customer Satisfaction team while you were still on safari, as this gave us the opportunity to immediately raise the matter with the camp. We are pleased that a mosquito net was installed following your report.
Regarding the accommodation change, we understand your concerns. As your originally booked camp was fully booked, we arranged an alternative to ensure your itinerary could continue as planned. Nevertheless, we are sorry that the replacement did not fully meet your expectations.
We also appreciate your comments regarding the operational fuel surcharge. We understand that receiving an additional charge after your booking had been paid in full was frustrating, particularly given the unexpected travel expenses you had already incurred. While the surcharge was introduced due to exceptional increases in operational costs beyond our control, we recognize your concerns about pricing transparency and appreciate you sharing your perspective.
Thank you once again for your balanced and constructive feedback. It helps us continue improving both our communication and the experience we provide to our guests. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Tanzania for another memorable safari in the future.
Tanzania Specialist Team.
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