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 Chloe Spyridaki 
 
 
 
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We had the most incredible safari in Tanzania with Benson Safaris, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

From the very beginning, they tailored the entire trip exactly to what we wanted. They were always available to answer our questions before and during the trip, constantly checking in and making sure everything was perfect. That level of care and attention made us feel completely at ease.

Exploring the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, we saw more animals than we could have ever imagined — lions, elephants, giraffes, and so much more. Our guide, Liberatus, was truly fantastic — so knowledgeable, and passionate. He made every game drive exciting and shared incredible insights about the wildlife and surroundings.

We especially loved that Benson is locally owned. This was truly a once-in-a-lifetime trip, and we can’t recommend them highly enough.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lisa Julie 
 
 
 
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Wir haben im Februar eine einwöchige Safari mit Bensons gemacht und sind hoch zufrieden! Die Safari hat all unsere Erwartungen übertroffen, wir haben alle dort vorkommenden größeren Tierarten gesehen und viel über die Tiere, die Natur und deren Schutz in den Nationalparks gelernt. Dabei geht ein großes Dankeschön an Simba, unseren hervorragenden Guide! Er wusste unglaublich viel und hat all unsere vielen Fragen geduldig und mit viel Hintergrundwissen und Erfahrung beantwortet.
Auch die Lodges waren ausnahmslos super, mitten drin in der Natur, alle mit wlan, Heißwasser, Moskitonetzen in Mückengebieten und bequemen Betten. Das Personal war sehr bemüht und meist gab es abwechslungsreiche Buffets.
Unsere Tour beinhaltete die Nationalparks Tarangire, Ndutu, offene Serengeti und den Ngorongoro-Krater. Alles sehr zu empfehlen, Bensons hat uns eine super Route zusammengestellt und all unsere Wünsche möglich gemacht. Ganz vielen Dank, wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 D Reeder 
 
 
 
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Zeer goed georganiseerd, fijne en snelle communicatie en een geweldige gids (Abelli👌), kortom absolute aanrader!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Josie (Luis Arthur) Vasconcelos 
 
 
 
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An incredible experience with a small downside.

Our 7-day adventure was truly unforgettable, featuring waterfalls, ponds, lakes, a safari, a hot air balloon ride, and even flights and boat trips. The highlights of our safari included Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti, and Northern Serengeti, which were absolutely breathtaking.

Benson Safaris did a fantastic job organizing the entire trip and making sure everything went smoothly. A special thanks to Zablon, our tour guide, who was more than just a guide—he was an adventure partner! He was kind, attentive, and instrumental in ensuring we saw the Big Five, along with countless other amazing animals. We celebrated together, shared meals, and enjoyed beers under the African sky. It was a fantastic experience, and Zablon played a huge role in making it special.

The only downside was the flight from Serengeti (Seronera airstrip) to Zanzibar. Despite our early planning and multiple communications well in advance, the flight tickets were purchased too close to the departure date. As a result, we had to take three separate flights on the same day, instead of the direct flight we had hoped for. This added unnecessary stress and made our journey to Zanzibar more tiring than expected. We essentially lost almost an entire day in transit, which was frustrating, especially after such an exciting safari.

But all in all, it was an incredible trip. The minor flight issue didn’t overshadow the incredible experiences we had. Highly recommend Benson Safaris for anyone looking to explore the wonders of Tanzania!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 PL Henry 
 
 
 
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My husband and I had the most amazing experience in Tanzania. Benson and his team took care of all the details. We just had to show up, relax, and enjoy. We are very particular about our accommodations and every location exceeded our expectations. Our driver, Francis, made the experience "next level". He was knowledgeable with identifying the animals, providing historical context of the regions and culture. He also had a keen eye for spotting animals. Most importantly, he was very patient and expertly navigated the rugged terrain in a safe way.

In addition to the safari, Benson organized our stay in Zanzibar. Again, he connected us with excellent drivers and tour guides who made our beach stay enjoyable. We ran into a small challenge at the hotel in Zanzibar and we called Benson. He took care of it and it was a huge relief for us.
We highly recommend Benson Safaris.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Shiva Kumar 
 
 
 
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Thanks to Benson Safari for making this happen. Appreciate the prompt communication prior to our trip and willingness to work with me in building a customized itinerary to meet our needs. Thanks to Mr Benson, Grace and Paul Balthasar Ngoty, our driver and guide. 1) Witnessed absolute magic at Mara River in Northern Serengeti. Saw multiple wildebeest crossings across the river on Aug 20 and 21. From Kenya back to Tanzania. Early for this time of year. Great stay at Aurari tented camp, about 45 minutes from the river (will post separate review under Aurari). 2) Enjoyed our stay at Serena lodge in Central Serengeti, 3) Miracle Air balloon ride was fantastic….saw lions, elephants and lots of deer and zebras (will try to post separate review). 4) Magic again inside Ngorongoro crater (witnessed a lioness kill a wildebeest) with a 2 day stay at Serena in Ngorongoro (will try to post separate review), 4) Finally stopped by at a Masai village (will try to post separate review if possible under Paulo Emanyata, name of village, with young Chief Paulo giving us a grand tour)  on the way back to Arusha and onto Kilimanjaro.

Make sure you have a good pair of binoculars and a good camera w a powerful zoom lens (400mm).

Vegetarian food is not an issue at all the lodges and camps. The Chefs were extremely flexible and worked with us to provide great Indian vegetarian food.; even food without garlic if that’s in line with your liking.

Be prepared for rugged terrain (bouncy) with a lot of dust.

Have a lot of patience and rise up early and be prompt with your multiple game drives. Request lodges to pack lunch daily for you; this way you maximize your time spent on watching the crossings or going on game drives.

Great country - Tanzania and great people. Loved every day of our stay.

Finally don’t forget to buy Napenda (“ I like” in Swahili) coffee from Mr Benson. He owns a coffee farm.

Asante sana ( picked up some Swahili and people thought I was a local.)
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Marek Vošta 
 
 
 
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We’ve traveled with Benson Safaris twice now, and both times were absolutely wonderful. Everything went exactly as planned. Our driver, Liberatus, was friendly, experienced, and incredibly skilled at spotting wildlife. He patiently showed us all kinds of animals and made the experience unforgettable.

The accommodations were excellent, and we were always served delicious meals. Everything was reliable and perfectly organized. I can wholeheartedly recommend Benson Safaris to anyone looking for a memorable adventure.

Thanks to Benson, we now have beautiful memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Eileen Zhang 
 
 
 
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We took a family trip of five with Benson Safari, and it was filled with joy and wonderful surprises, not only from the breathtaking beauty of Mother Nature, but also from the amazing people we met along the way.

From the very beginning, the booking process was smooth and stress-free. Grace and Benson were both incredibly patient and professional. They carefully listened to our needs and drafted a customized itinerary that perfectly fit our schedule.

Because we traveled across both Kenya and Tanzania, we had different guides in each country, and all of them are nice people to work with. Special thanks to Edmund and Obi, who are both knowledgeable, fun, patient, and wise. If you have the chance, I highly recommend spending as much time with each guide as possible. Through our conversations and shared moments, we came to appreciate not only their skill as guides, but also their depth as individuals. They shared insights that helped us avoid unnecessary hassles, and their exceptional talent for spotting wildlife made every game drive unforgettable.

This was our very first safari, and it truly exceeded our expectations. As we kept saying throughout the trip: we will definitely return for a second safari and when we do, Benson Safari will be our choice again.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 STEVE SLATER 
 
 
 
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We spent over two weeks with Benson Safari handling all of our Africa trip details.  We climbed Kilimanjaro over the course of eight days on the Lemosho route and summited with the strong support and guidance of our fourteen member team!!  We took a two night break at the Gran Melia hotel in Arusha and then embarked on a six day safari to Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti.  Wonderful!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Elisa Tedeschi 
 
 
 
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Abbiamo fatto una settimana in Tanzania con safari nel Tarangire, serengeti, ngorongoro visita al villaggio di mto Wan bu  e a tribù chagga sul Kilimangiaro. Liberatus e Paul i nostri autisti sono stati veramente bravissimi, e ci hanno accompagnato con grande entusiasmo e professionalità! Veramente soddisfatti!