From Arusha: 6 Day Classic Game Drive Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Me and my brother had an amazing time! It feels like a trip/safari we will never forget. We did a 6 days safari starting at Tarangire, then to south Serengeti, then to centre Serengeti. We've also booked a balloon flight which I can recommend. Thanks to the profesional work of our tour guide (Vincent). We've managed to get to see almost all the animals we've wanted to see. Vincent made our trip special because he knew everything about the nature en brought us to every place we wanted to see. De accomodations we've stayed in were also amazing. It was al in the nature where you could here the animals make noise in de night. Overall I give this trip a big 10! I recommend Vincent to everyone! Greeting Max & Edu.

Wow! What an amazing experience this was. All our expectations were met and beyond. Our driver Gift was very experienced and could tell a lot about the nature and animals, which was very interesting. He was able to show us all the big cats, leopard, cheetah and whole lion families and the other Big Five animals, it was absolutely mesmerizing!

Our safari with guide Boniface Mahemba (Boni) was absolutely incredible! Boni is professional, friendly and possesses an unmatched eye for spotting wildlife. Even behind the wheel, he spotted animals long before our family of four. He constantly coordinated over the radio to bring us to the best wildlife spots. We were lucky to view over 30 lions, three leopards, three cheetahs and three wildebeest river crossings, all thanks to him. We whole‑heartedly recommend Boni to every safari traveller!

We had an incredibly beautiful, unforgettable safari. We had a fantastic driver/guide (Patrick from Beach Safari); we managed to tick off all the Big Five and saw so much more. A truly unique experience!

Perfect experience Lots of explanation ,the driver was excellent !!!

We had 6 nights private Safari as a couple. It started on the 2nd day, the first day we stayed 1 night in Arusha. We visited Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Southern and Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area including the Crater. Everything went well and it was an amazing experience which we will never forget and left us literally in tears of joy. We also saw all the Big Five and many more. Special thanks to our Driver Samuel. He is such an experienced guy (>17 years) and knows every meter of any National Park. He also knows many good places where you can find the animals and knows almost everything about flora and fauna. Really impression! Besides he drives very carefully and above all, he is such a humble and nice person. We could not have been more happy to be with him and enjoyed every Minute of our safari. The accomodations were a good mix of quite luxury lodges (outside the parks) and adventurous but comfortable tents within the parks. The employees were so nice and helpful in all destinations. Besides, we enjoyed the food very much and even got warm lunch everyday dringend the game drives which was made in the lodges an provided by Samuel. Thank you for this amazing Tour!

Safari in Tanzania – Thanks to Captain Joe and the beautiful glampings, unforgettable Our safari in Tanzania was an experience we will never forget, and it was not only because of the impressive nature but also thanks to our guide Captain Joe. From the very first moment, he provided calm, knowledge, and humor. You can tell he knows the Serengeti and Ngorongoro inside and out. Wildlife & Expertise Captain Joe knew exactly where to be. Thanks to him, we saw among others: Lions resting under an acacia tree A large herd of elephants crossing right in front of our jeep Giraffes, zebras, hippos, hyenas, and even a cheetah His explanations about behavior, ecosystems, and culture made every sighting special. Glampings in the Parks The overnight stays were a highlight in themselves. The glampings were located in truly amazing spots right in the middle of the parks — surrounded by nature, silence, and starry skies. At night, you could hear animals in the distance; in the morning, you woke up with a view of the savannah. Comfortable, atmospheric, and perfectly organized. Ngorongoro Crater The descent into the crater felt almost surreal. Captain Joe found the most beautiful spots without disturbing the animals. Within a short time, we saw more wildlife than we had ever dared to dream of. Organization & Atmosphere Everything was arranged down to the last detail: a comfortable jeep, nice stops, good food, and a relaxed atmosphere. Captain Joe made the trip not only informative but also enjoyable. A safari in Tanzania is already special, but with Captain Joe and the beautiful glampings in the middle of the parks, it becomes truly unforgettable. An absolute recommendation for anyone who wants to combine nature, adventure, and comfort.

Richard is a very good driver. He drives safely, showed us lots of beautiful places and gave us all the information we needed. He brought us to nummerous places to see the beautiful wildlife! This friendly guy gave us the time of our lives and memories we will never forget! We recommend him to everybody who wants to experience a great Safari!

We saw a lot of animals and we had the best time and best driver!! Thank you so much for everything you shown us David! Greetings the little ranger!!

We had an absolute nice 6 day safari with guide Yesse from Beach&Safari. Our experience exceeded all of our expectations. Not only saw with the full big 5 but we also had some great games. Yesse manager to get us to places when we saw a cheetah that catched a prey, lions and a hunting leopard. With only one accompanying jeep in the whole are. This happended towards sun set. Absolutely magical! We also visited the Maasai tribe during one of the Safari days. Yesse is a very friendly, kind and knowledable guy. With more than 9 years of experience he is highly recommended! On top of that we drove safe and was punctual. Best of all: our daughter lost het watch and the Kushini camp site on the Serengeti. Yesse arranged to get it back to Zanzibar!

We had the best experience on the 6 day safari with our guide Peter. Thanks to him we experienced Serengeti and Ngorongoro in the best way possible. He always made sure that everything was to our liking and somehow showed us every animal in the big 5 at least twice.

Our guide Justin Sanka was the best guide you could wish for! He has shown us everything he could and told us everything about the nature and wildlife. Ask for him when you book your trip at beach safari’s.

We had a nice Safari thanks in part to our guide Leonard Laizer. He did his best to show everything we wanted. It was nice.

We had an amazing safari! Our guide, Leonard Laizer, was very nice and fun. He really wanted to show us everything and helped us see many beautiful animals. We had a great time and made memories we will never forget. We definitely recommend this safari!

We did a 6 day private safari visiting Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crate and two days in Serengeti. Overall it was a fantastic experience! The various landscapes were stunning. The abundance of animals surprising, we were lucky and got to see all of the big five! Our guide/driver Lucas did a great job. He answered all our questions with great expertise. We had many interesting conversations. The accommodations and staff service was great as well. We can only recommend booking with Paradise & Wilderness!

We had a wonderful safari with the family. Our guide from Safari Beach was Leonard Lazier. We were very happy with this experienced guide: a really good and funny driver who has a lot of knowledge of the flora and fauna and really does his best to make the customer happy.

Stan(ley) is the best guide. A lot of knowledge he shared with us. And also, a nice and good guy. Thats important when you share a lot of days together.

Our safari was truly the experience of a lifetime, and a huge part of that was thanks to our incredible guide, Zakaria. From the very beginning, he was much more than just our driver—he was an outstanding guide who shared his passion for Tanzania, its wildlife, and its beautiful nature with us every single day. His knowledge of the animals and their behavior was exceptional. Thanks to his experience, sharp eye, and determination, we were fortunate enough to see the Big Five and so many other incredible animals. What made Zakaria truly exceptional was not only his expertise but also how genuinely caring he was. He always made sure we were comfortable, safe, and enjoying every moment. His kindness, patience, enthusiasm, and sense of humor made every day special. Zakaria didn’t just guide us through Tanzania—he created memories that will stay with us forever. If you’re lucky enough to have him as your guide, you’re in the very best hands. Thank you very much, Zakaria. Asante sana!

it was a great journey across the beautiful landscapes of Tanzania. Our guide DJ Khalid did an excellent job, by teaching us a lot about the flora an fauna that we saw and being in a good and happy mood for as good as the whole trip. His communication was clear and his knowlegde was comparible with Wikipedia :)

Our guide DJ Halid was a very friendly and smart guy, who taught us a lot about flora and fauna. He took our safari experience to a higher level and we are very thankful for that :)

Our 5-day honeymoon safari through Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, and the Serengeti was truly the trip of a lifetime, and a huge part of what made it so special was our amazing guide, Justin Sanka. From the start, Sanka impressed us with his incredible knowledge, passion, and expertise. His ability to spot wildlife we would have completely missed and share fascinating insights made every game drive unforgettable. Thanks to him, we saw the Big Five during our safari, finishing our final day with a breathtaking leopard encounter that we will never forget. Beyond his guiding skills, Sanka’s calm, friendly nature and great sense of humour made every moment enjoyable. We always felt safe, relaxed, and able to fully appreciate the incredible landscapes and wildlife around us — even on Tanzania’s famous rough roads! The lodges were exceptional, with wonderful facilities, delicious food, and outstanding staff who made our honeymoon even more special. We cannot recommend Sanka highly enough. He went above and beyond to make our safari an unforgettable adventure, and we will always treasure the memories he helped us create. Thank you, Sanka!

David/Lasway our guide is the best!!

My favorite thing I’ve ever done and my guide “stanley” was awesome. I loved it.

We had a fantastic safari led by a superb guide. All praise to Seleman; a pleasant man, a good driver, and he helped us tick off our bucket list to spot the Big Five and capture them on camera. Seleman is very knowledgeable and was able to tell us a tremendous amount about the animals in the Serengeti. We got to stay at a different beautiful accommodation every night, each exceptionally beautiful in its own way. Everyone was equally friendly and helpful. The meals were excellently catered for. In short, we had a fantastic trip. I can recommend this trip to anyone who loves adventure. An unforgettable experience that we will never forget 🤎

It was an incredible experience that we, as a family, would not have wanted to miss. It left a lasting impression on all of us. In one word, amazing. We were fortunate enough to see the Big Five, what more could you ask for? On top of that, we saw so many other animals, more than we could ever have imagined. The accommodations at the different locations were also excellent. Everything was top-notch. The people were friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help. I would highly recommend this trip to my family and friends without hesitation. A special word of thanks goes to our guide, Seleman, who took such great care of us throughout the trip. He is a wonderful person, and we truly appreciated his guidance. This journey is definitely in the top three of all the trips we have ever taken.

A time of our life experience thanks to the greatness of the land, the magnificent animals, the comfy lodges and our awesome guide Ali who made the greatness even better.

Our safari was an unforgettable experience from start to finish! We started our journey in Arusha, where we were warmly welcomed by our guide, Ezekiel, who stayed with us throughout the entire 6-day safari. Everything was well organized, and he clearly explained the itinerary, which made us feel comfortable right away. Our first stop was Tarangire National Park. Even before we entered the park, Ezekiel shared so much interesting information about the wildlife, nature, and the area, making the experience even more enjoyable. Throughout the trip, he was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about his work. He always made sure we were in the best spots to see the animals and answered all of our questions with enthusiasm. Thanks to Ezekiel’s excellent guiding skills, we were lucky enough to spot the Big Five! It truly was a dream come true. His experience, sharp eye, and dedication made it possible. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a better safari experience. It was absolutely fantastic, and we highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tanzania. Thank you, Ezekiel, for making our safari so special!

We thoroughly enjoyed our Safari it has been an experience we will never forget! DJ Khalid guided us through it all the way. He is a very experienced, funny, confident guide with great knowledge and eagle eyes. The accommodations were comfortable and clean as was the car every day.

An amazing trip with a very good and friendly driver

Our driver Peter took me and my wife on a adventure of a life time. The whole trip was plannend to detail. The places where we slept went way above our expectations. The vibes in the land cruiser where spot on. We can highly recomand this trip. And thanks to our driver we even saw two rhino's op close.

We had a great experience with Beach & Safari, we organized with them a private Safari to see Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro national parks in 6 days. I booked everything online with Diana who adapted the experience and stays to my needs, and we had the safari trip with our guide and driver Peter. He is very attentive and a great driver, he made sure we saw all the animals we wanted to see from very close and it is clear he has a lot of experience and knowledge of the parks. I would highly recommend booking again with Beach & Safari and going with Peter as your driver. The pickup car was brand new and that helped to ensure a great experience. The accommodations were also nice and comfortable and provided a lunch box to bring during your safari day. Great value for money overall.

It was a wonderful trip, and Ally gave us plenty of time to observe the animals. We traveled at a relaxed pace everywhere, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

We had a amazing time we went to the crater Serengeti ngorongoro with our guide Ally amazing guide spotted a lot of animals for us and explained everything about the animals. We have seen every animal that we wanted to see and obviously the big 5 multiple times

We did this trip as part of a package deal with a stay on Zanzibar. The entire holiday was great, but the safari was really the highlight! From the moment we met our guide, Derek, at the airport it was an amazing experience. He is very knowledgeable and a nice and fun person to be in the car with. He clearly knows the area and helped us to see all the animals you wish for on a safari in this area. Maybe even too many lions, if that is possible 😉 The overnight stays in the camps were a delight. Very friendly and helpful staff and placed in an amazing scenery. Who knew tents could be this comfortable? Beforehand we thought it might be very long days, but time went by much too quickly. We definately recommend this trip to everybody who loves wildlife and wants to enjoy Tanzania and mainly the Serengeti. We will definately be back!

Our Safari with John was fantastic! Saw the Big 5 and so many other animals, got to know the culture - recommend!

We had a real amazing time at the end of the rain season, spotted so many animals. Most of them with young children and the parks where not crowded at this time of the year. At some lodges we have been the only guests. Our driver David was a real fortune and he was taking time and shared so many experiences! It was an unforgettable time which we enjoyed very much.

After reading many positive reviews about Paradise & Wilderness in December 2025, I decided to book a 6-day shared safari for the end of February.When booking a shared safari, it depends on whether other travelers choose the same date. Unfortunately, this was not the case, but luckily there was an option to upgrade to a private safari for a very reasonable surcharge. This turned out to be a fantastic choice: a private safari offers pure luxury and maximum freedom regarding what to see, how long to take photos, and how to structure the day.Communication with Paradise & Wilderness was highly pleasant right from the start. Travelers are taken care of in every single detail, both before and during the trip. No question is too much trouble, and the staff's passion and enthusiasm are truly palpable. They keep tailoring the personal dream trip until the guest is completely satisfied.My guide and driver, Kelvin, also mentioned during the journey that Paradise & Wilderness is an exceptionally good employer. Their Land Rovers are as good as new, equipped with excellent tires, and perfectly maintained. Even during the trip, Kelvin thoroughly cleaned the vehicle inside and out every single evening. Along the way, he pointed out the narrow, worn-out tires used by some other tour operators and explained how stressful it is for drivers to be sent out on the road with unsafe vehicles.During the trip, there is also a local contact person available at any moment via phone or WhatsApp for questions and support. When I wanted to arrange an additional morning safari in Lake Manyara National Park on the way back to Arusha, it was fully organized via WhatsApp within an hour.The overnight stays in the various safari lodges and luxury tents were perfect. Experiencing that level of comfort in the middle of the Serengeti is truly special. The staff everywhere were incredibly friendly and the meals were delicious. The highlights of sleeping in the luxury tents were definitely the nocturnal animal sounds and seeing wildlife up close to the camp.Apart from all these highlights, it was my guide, Kelvin Kipokola, who made this safari unforgettable. He is an excellent driver, a wonderful travel companion, and goes above and beyond to make the day perfect. His vast knowledge of nature, all wildlife (big and small), culture, and history added a whole new dimension to everything on the way. While the sheer abundance and diversity of animals is overwhelming on its own, Kelvin’s stories made it truly extraordinary.All in all, this trip was a magical experience that brings a person so deep into nature that it makes one feel humble. It makes one realize how vital it is to cherish and expand these protected areas. I highly recommend Paradise & Wilderness and guide Kelvin, and I will definitely book with them again next time!

Best experience which we ever had in our life! It was worth every penny! 6 days of Safari (6 days of Game Drives: 1 Tarangire, 4 Serengeti, 1 Ngorongoro Crater)- saw the Big Five several times and many more animals. In our opinion one person was the absolute game changer, the factor who made this experience really unbelievable and unforgettable: Our driver guide David. His experience did not only show when answering my questions (and be sure there were a lot of questions! :-)) but also by handling the challenging road conditions in a perfect way. But not only that: we were also able to help two other 4x4 which were stuck - in my opinion David is a real master of his car! The experience on the one side, the passion on the other: we directly felt that he is fascinated from his job and doing it really, really with pleasure! Checking nearly every tree in the Serengeti to find the leopard (which we did two times!) is just one example of many. We talked to other travellers and our experience regarding the game drives is far above about the average experience. We could totally recommend to book with this company and if you decide like that, David would be a real good choice! :-)

Very nice tour with experienced guide. Seen "big five" and "ugly 5"

Such an incredible experience! Our tour guide, Julius Masimba, did an incredible job in guiding us through the savannah both expertly and comfortably making sure this was a very memorable experience! We managed to see almost all the animals against the stunning backdrop of the African savannah. It is definitely a trip to remember and revisit. The whole experience was planned to ensure a very smooth experience and I can confirm it delivered!

It was a. Absolutely breathtaking experiment. We booked the tour with Shemeji safari and did Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Ndutu and Serengeti. We spotted all the big 5 multiple times, and our guide Julius Masimba was extremely knowledgeable and an expert safari guide. We did not have any trouble anywhere and learnt a lot about the area, the parks and the animals. Would highly recommend.

The tour was beyond our expectations! We had a great 5 days with Kelvin, our driver and guide. Kelvin was very attentive, experienced and an amazing companion. We learned a lot about the region and a wildlife, while having lots of fun. Also we saw more then 50 different species, wow! If we come back for another Safari, definitely will ask if Kelvin can be with us again. The organization and logistic of the safari very smooth. Accomodations were also very nice. Absolutely lovely!

We had an amazing time thanks to our guide Julius and all the people at the various camps. Julius is a very nice and knowledgeable guide that tailors the experience to your wishes. Together with his experience and knowledge we got to experience a lot of animals and we were lukcy to see the big five, various young animals, some fresh kills and the migration into South serengeti. Additionally, the camps were nice, the food was good and the staff was very nice and helpfull. We would recommend booking this safari trip with Julius as your driver and guide if you want to experience the various parcs in 6 days.

Our Safari Tour was a incredible experience for us. The Tour was well organized, no need to worry about anything. All accomodations were high Standard, we didn't expect that in the Wilderness. The food at the lodges and the Lunch meals at the Gameboy drives were delicous. Everday we got a warm meal, our guide served it with cutlery and crockery (less waste than other companies used for there Lunch boxes) Our Tour Guide Richard was the best tour Guide we could have wished. He answered every question about very different topics. He showed us a lot of different animals, trees and plants. He made it possible to see the Big Five. Further we liked that he is a good & responible driver and not drives as crazy as many other tour guides. We thank him for the amazing days we spend in Afrika, we will really miss him :-)

The most amazing experience of a lifetime. We had the best driver ever, Ezekiel. He was super expert guide about safari and the history. The driving skills were superb. He found the best spots at the game reserves. We saw the big five and many more. Words cannot describe how beautiful. Thanks again Ezekiel!!

We had an excellent experience in a group of 16 people (2 jeeps). The drivers were Lucas and Adson, they are excellent drivers. They speak good English, they are attentive to the requests, they did their best for us to see a Big Five and even more. We enjoyed the day and arrived to the hotel at the good time for dinner and not too tired. They have a great knowledge about the animals and the birds. They work good together very well. The moments we have lived with them will never be forgotten, the animal we saw were very close and we felt safe! Totally recommend asking the agency for these guides if you have that opportunity!!!

Great experience. Our guido Joe was fantastic! We have seen the big 5. JOE drove very safe and he knows very much about all the animals and the country!

Paradise&Wilderness arranged the transfer from their/our beach hotel in Zanzibar towards the airport. After arrival in Arusha we were welcomed by our safari driver/guide Richard. Richard drove us for 6 days through the national parks and due to his expert knowledge, flexibility and relaxed attitude was able to show us the big-5 + a lot of other wildlife the parks had to offer. At the same time explaining a lot about the wildlife, country and people. The lodges/accommodations we stayed at during our safari ranged from luxury tents to brand new hotel rooms. All were clean and well equipped with all necessities. Restaurants all offered excellent food, although variety differed depending on the size of the accommodation. Lunches (excellent, hot+cold) where prepared by the lodges’ restaurant and taken in the car. All in all, this was our first safari, and the whole experience has been a huge once-in-a-lifetime experience. I can only stress everything was perfectly arranged: excellent driver/guide, excellent accommodations, great national parks with unbelievable views+wildlife. I cannot think of anything that was ‘off’ or required urgent improvement. Full 100% score !

Fantastic game drives! Enjoyed every minute of the 6 days. Big five completed. Nice stayings for the nights, with beautiful views. Fine food 3 times a day. Perfect guide Leonard Laizier. He really took care of finding the best shots for a photo. He was verry kind and into small talk, also making jokes sometimes. We couldn't have a better guide, because he was the best already! He looked further than the safari, by taking us to other places. Like tourist shops, a local market and a Masaai village. Verry happy to have done this safari for 6 days. We saw new things each day.