Sep 11, 2025
PERFECT - I had an absolutely perfect and thrilling safari experience in August with Lion King Adventures. We saw all the animals we hoped for, including the Big Five, which was truly unforgettable. A huge thanks to our guide, Haruni, whose knowledge, skill, and patience with all the family's needs made the trip flawless. Haruni has an incredible ability to spot animals anywhere – he’s simply outstanding! Everything was perfect from start to finish. Highly recommended!
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Sep 8, 2025
Unbelievable experience and great safari company. - We booked a 6 day experience with Lion King Adventures, including 1 day Kilimanjaro hike followed by 5 day safari around the northern circuit. The experience was absolutely exceptional.
From the start, communications from Lion King were always prompt, clear, with all the information we needed.
When we arrived we were greeted by Justine who was our driver for the first two days and gave us the perfect introduction to Tanzania and the people and cultures.
The hike was led by Gilbert who was an expert on the mountain and shared his knowledge with us.
And then... The Safari! What an amazing 5 days led by Hassan! His knowledge and experience as a safari guide was second to none and he was able to educate us on all things flora and fauna, especially the bird life.
During the time we saw everything we wanted to, and more, including lion, cheetah, giraffe, hippo, elephant, zebra, ostrich, wilderbeast, buffalo, and lots lots lots more!!!
Hassan had an excellent relationship with other safari guides and the accommodations we stayed at which made the experience run smoothly. He was able to advise on the best times of day to visit each national park in order to have the best experience and he went out of his way to make sure we had fantastic experience.
For the trip we had booked the mid-luxury package. All the accommodations were excellent and well run by friendly staff. We have reviewed individual lodges separately.
Thank you Lion King for an excellent week!
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Sep 8, 2025
Best safari tour company in Tanzania by far. - I DON’T HAVE ENOUGH WORDS in my vocabulary to explain how cool was our experience with Lion King Adventure. Our guide HASSAN is simply the best, SO smart, he speaks English and German and knows perfectly the wild, he took us right in front of the LEOPARD, prepared the best lunches in the world, so fun to be around and he has incredible stories about the animals/ history/ culture etc. Also a big round of applause for the office Godwin & team, incredibly professional at organizing the whole trip. This paragraph is not sufficient to cover how amazing this trip was . Truly once in a lifetime adventure. This was the first time we truly felt what AFRICA is and having a good guide is essential, you stay all day in the safari car together and Hassan made all these days a magical adventure.
Thank you Hassan, Godwin and LION KING ADVENTURES. ❤️
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Sep 6, 2025
Big Five Honeymoon - Our whole experience with Lion King Adventures was brilliant from start to finish!
From picking our honeymoon, they supported by providing different options, it was very easy going direct with them (rather than through an agent).
We were picked up at the airport by a fantastic driver and brought to our first hotel (stunning Melia in Arusha).
We were then picked up by Mwita the next day for the start of our safari. The safaris themselves were brilliant. Different locations, stunning scenery and beautiful animals (we got to see the big five plus so much more).
Our accomodation in each location was luxury, with the service on top being the best we've ever received.
Finally, our guide Mwita was world class. His knowledge was brilliant (no question was unanswered), he made us feel extremely comfortable, bent over backwards for every request and importantly was a very safe driver.
We look forward to recommending Lion King to everyone we know.
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Sep 6, 2025
Safari Trip of a Lifetime - If you're looking for the ultimate safari experience, look no further than LionKingAdventures Safari.
From the moment we were picked up, our guide, Gilbert, made sure we felt like VIPs. He was not only highly knowledgeable about the wildlife, but also deeply passionate about conservation and the environment. His stories about the animals and the ecosystem felt so personal and engaging; you could tell he had spent years building a connection with the land and the animals.
His sharp eyes spotted animals from miles away—things we never would have seen on our own. Whether it was a hidden cheetah in the tall grass or a rhino grazing in the distance, his expertise and instinct were unparalleled. He shared interesting facts about each animal’s behavior, habits, and role in the ecosystem. It made every encounter feel intimate and meaningful.
What stood out most was Gilbert's dedication to ensuring we had the best experience possible. He was patient, always taking time to answer questions and making sure everyone was comfortable and having fun. His enthusiasm was contagious, and it made the whole safari feel more like an adventure with a friend than a formal tour.
The vehicle was comfortable, and the entire safari was well-organized—every detail, from the timing of breaks to the lunch spots, was thoughtfully planned. At the same time, it felt relaxed and spontaneous, as we were able to pause whenever something caught our eye.
If you’re hoping to see the "Big Five" or simply immerse yourself in the beauty of the African landscape, LionKingAdventures Safari is the way to go. With Gilbert leading the way, it’s more than just a safari—it’s a journey into the heart of Africa, guided by someone who knows and loves it intimately.
Highly recommend!
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Sep 5, 2025
Don't hesitate. Book it with Lion King - We took a group of 32 people (35 of us total). We had been working with another safari company but it fell through so we had to switch last minute and we chose Lion King. Best decision we could have made
We had six jeeps and from the moment we landed in kiliminjaro, they took unbelievable care of us. We had 6 drivers and each one of them were incredible
They were extremely knowledgeable and they seemingly had a sense of where to put us each time to see the most incredible things.
From a crocodile taking down a wildebeest at the crossing to a leopard resting in a tree next to a carcass, we saw everything
They were so flexible in everything. We changed the itinerary a couple times and they didn't even blink. Everytime, they did everything we asked and more.
This was our second safari this year and we will be going with Lion king from here on out
Our group has a special relationship with our drivers and they feel like family
Saleh, Yusufu, Imanuel, Oswald, Gilbet, and Mwita - request anyone of these guys and you'll never regret it
Thank you Lion King for everything
Hakuna Matata!
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Aug 29, 2025
Adventure of a lifetime thanks to Lion King - Today we finished a trip of a lifetime, completing a safari with Lion King Adventures. As this was a first time experience for all of us, we never knew exactly what to expect however we all now 100% agree that this adventure exceeded all of our expectations.
From the quality of the accommodation and meals, to the friendliness of the hospitality staff, all was fantastic. However there were two main highlights of the safari;
The first was the variety, number, and how close we got to see the animals. It was truly an amazing experience
Secondly was our safari guide, Camilla’s. He was exceptional. His strong knowledge of the parks and animals was no doubt a key factor in how many animals we saw and he was also very obliging, safety conscious, courteous, friendly and had a great sense of humour.
The tour was also great value for money and we thoroughly recommend Lion King Adventures for your next safari.
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Aug 14, 2025
Unique and unforgetable experience! - Amazing and unforgetable experience. Everything was perfect: the route, lodges, number of days… Also our guide, Benji who is very experienced and thanks to him we could spot all the animals. His driving skills make him unique. If we come back, it will definitely be with him and he knows why!
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Aug 12, 2025
Shabaab the original Lion Kind - Extremely well organised Safari. The whole trip was seamlessly designed and handled by Lion King Adventures.
The best part was our guide “Shabana”
He was so careful of everyone’s needs and ensured we spotted animals and his patience is much appreciated.
He is an extremely good Guide and I will throughly miss him.
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Aug 11, 2025
Unforgettable ❤️ - Exceptional experience, above all expectations.
The care, cleanliness, kindness and taking care of us and 'was the added value of our holiday, the guide JACKSON made wonderful every single moment, his brightness his professionalism made every moment special. Impossible not to get attached.
The lodges were impeccable, the food great and their kindness unique.
Unforgettable ❤️
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