Reviews of Nkollo Tours & Safaris

Magical experience!

I don’t even know where to begin to describe our time with Nkollo Safari — it was simply unforgettable. We spent 4 incredible days with them, but before talking about the safari itself, I need to say a few words about Allan, the first person I spoke to when I started planning this trip. He was exceptionally kind and went above and beyond to help us — even with things that weren’t his responsibility, like solving issues with our flights. Allan, thank you for your patience and for finding the best options for our journey. You were our first good impression of Tanzania. And now… the tour! It was amazing, exciting, full of magic. Our guide Jeff made the experience unforgettable. From day one, he helped us feel at home in Tanzania — teaching us songs and phrases in Swahili (which impressed locals everywhere we went!), and sharing so much about the culture, the people, and the wildlife. Jeff was not only incredibly fun and warm, but also extremely professional. He drove safely the entire time and knew exactly where to go to find the animals — on our very first day, we saw the Big Five and so much more. He has a true gift for what he does. The food throughout the trip was delicious, and the lodges chosen by Nkollo were just perfect. Serengeti Safari Haven deserves a special mention — luxury in the middle of the wild. One morning, I opened my tent and an elephant was walking right in front of me. I’ll never forget that moment. Everything was just perfect — the care, the planning, the people, the memories. Thank you, Nkollo Safari, for giving us one of the best experiences of our lives. I already miss it — and I can’t wait to return. To anyone thinking about visiting Tanzania: go with Nkollo Safari. You won’t regret it!

Anajúlia Paes

Very caring and organized!

Our safari with Nkollo was absolutely amazing! From the very first message, Mercy (at their office) was attentive, kind, and made sure we had the exact experience we were hoping for. She listened carefully and tailored everything to our needs, which immediately gave us confidence we were in good hands. She messaged us throughout the entire trip, from beginning to end, making sure things were going as we had hoped. I truly felt like we were cared for. We did a five-day safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu, and the Ngorongoro Crater with Jepther, our incredible guide! The landscapes alone would have made the trip unforgettable, but having Jepther with us truly elevated the entire experience. He is extremely experienced and somehow manages to spot animals from what feels like impossible distances (seeing the elephants move their ears without binoculars, while all you see is a bunch of black spots miles away). He did everything in his power to make sure we saw the Big Five and thanks to him, we did! We saw so many animals, especially lions, along with leopards, elephants, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes and more. Going in February was also really special because of the calving season, we saw so many cubs and calves, it was so cute!! Every day felt abundant and joyful and we felt incredibly connected to nature. We chose to stay in luxury lodges, and they were all excellent. Most were tented lodges, which created a good connection to the nature surrounding us, yet without compromising comfort. The facilities were very comfortable, with hot showers and good beds. It was the perfect balance between adventure and ease. Jepther was also just a joy to be around! Always cheerful, always smiling, bringing such lovely energy to every single day. Long hours in the car never felt heavy. I had asked Nkollo if they could arrange a small birthday surprise for my partner during the trip, and they delivered! During dinner at Tukaone Serengeti Camp, the entire lodge staff came out singing happy birthday, with a beautiful cake and a bottle of sparkling wine. Jepther was also singing at the top of his lungs! haha. It was such a thoughtful moment and one he will remember for years. Everything was really well organized. We never had to worry about a single detail. Nkollo arranged all our lodges, the safari logistics, and even a balloon safari, which was one of the highlights of the trip. Even the lunches were wonderful, hot meals prepared by the lodges rather than cold lunch boxes, which made a big difference. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. I would wholeheartedly recommend Nkollo to anyone looking for a seamless, worry-free safari. We felt really well cared for and would love to come back one day and do it all again!

Gabriela de Castro

Perfect organized tour

3 days Safari Tours organized by Mr Allan from Nkollotours Hi all, we arrived home after a great experience of 3 days Safari Tours in Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara all organized perfectly by Mr Allan. He's really a perfect organizer: we had an excellent driver (careful with an excellent car and comfortable) and a wonderful cooker. They followed us for these 3 marvellous days, looking after us 3 (we also have a child of 6 years old) with a great accuracy. The trip was wonderful and the accomodation in the campsite really optimal. Allan is a really honest guy, he cares us as we were part of his family. We cannot compare him to any other person met during all our previous vacation. Really reccomended and the price was the best we ever had!!cheap with a wonderful service.

Shella

Everything was exciting and excellent

For anyone planning to do a safari in Tanzania,we would highly recommend you to contact Allan at Nkollotours&safaris for the tour.He is extremely professional in his work,responding quickly to our questions through email to ensure our vacation of a lifetime is perfect. Aside from the reasonable price,which is based on your accommodations we chose NkolloTours because they guarantee everyone on the safari will have a window seat and limit the tour group of 6 people maximum while providing a vehicle large enough to carry 7people and a driver( Eric) who was also our tour guide to make us comfortable. Our cook (James) made us wonderful meals each night,it was beyond what I expected. We were able to see all the big5 and that was amazing. Thanks to the operators at Nkollo for a great Safari experience in Tanzania.

Marion

An amazing Safari experience!

We had an amazing experience on our 4-day African safari tour! Our guide, Ringo, was incredibly kind, professional, and knowledgeable about the wildlife and landscapes. He made every game drive exciting and ensured we were comfortable and well-taken care of throughout the trip. I truly appreciated his passion and expertise. We also managed to see the Big Five, which made the trip even more unforgettable. Highly recommend this tour—especially with Ringo as your guide!

Saara

Silas was incredible and experienced guide that made the trip unforgettable!

The 2 day safari trip we took was incredible with breakfast, lunch and dinner with our private room and bathroom was very hospitable. The staff was such a pleasure from the chef, bartenders, and even the security guard. Our Tourguide Silas was very knowledgeable about the safaris of Ngoro Ngoro Crater and Tarangire. He was very patient and his eyesight was very sharp. He respected the animals more than the other guides and gave us many opportunities to take pictures. He gave us many memorable moments that left us in awe. Would definitely recommend!

Bill

Amazing Safari with Perfect Organisation

I first contacted Allan at Nkollo 2 months prior to when we wanted to travel which was Aug 25. Right from the start he was attentive in the communication and always responded promptly to reassure us we were dealing with people that cared and knew what we wanted. A few days prior to our arrival in Arusha all of the arrangements regarding pickup etc were confirmed and in our arrival mat the airport Vincent our guide for 5 days was there waiting. The truck was perfect for our needs as a family of 4 people, all of the accommodation was lovely and the trip ran like clockwork. Vincent was full of knowledge about the area and where to go to get the best chance of seeing the wildlife, all of which we saw in abundance. Can't thank the team at Nkollo enough for giving us everything we wanted for a 5 day trip of a lifetime and seeing all of the animals so close up. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone. Martin, Helen, Megan & Chloe a family of 4 from the UK

Martin Horn

Nkollo is the gold standard! Ringo was expert & helped us see the Big 5. Incredible honeymoon 10/10!

Our honeymoon with Nkollo Tours & Safaris was absolutely incredible and exceeded every single expectation we had. From start to finish, the trip was seamless and unforgettable. The highlight of our trip was undoubtedly our guide, Ringo. His knowledge of the wildlife and the ecosystem was astounding. He went above and beyond every single day to ensure we had the best possible experience, and thanks to his expert tracking and dedication, we were able to see the entire Big 5! The accommodations were another standout—every lodge we stayed at was stunning and provided the perfect blend of luxury and nature. We are already planning our next safari and can’t wait to bring our parents along. We wouldn’t dream of booking with anyone else but Nkollo Tours & Safaris!

Fathia

Awesome experience provided by awesome tour provider with awesome staff!!!

I have been places in my life, but the trip to Tansania and everything I happened to experience during my stay will stay forever in my heart and memories as one of the best "escapes" of all times. And none of this would be the case if not for Nkollo Tours & Safaris taking the best possible care of me and my friend Melanie. The whole package was just brilliant and worth every penny! Allan is a very fast, thorough and friendly communicator and organiser. Before our trip we had a million questions, doubts and wishes, but Allan really did answer EVERY EACH of them in a very timely manner. Always super friedly, always engaged, very precise - many Germans could learn from him of what great service means ;) All our wishes were taken for granted and fulfilled instantly. Benson - our guide to Materuni, Kikuletwa and Arusha - picked us up at the airport and we got on to the same wave just like a second later. Easy-going, caring, intelligent - a real sweetheart having an answer to each stupid question of ours. It wasn't even midday that we decided to invite him out for a dinner on our last night in Arusha - that is how much we enjoyed his company. The next day we were picked up by the best Safari guide of all times - Malisa! One sees straight away that he loves his job, and his knowledge about ALL animals you meet on your way (starting from a little colourful bird, ending with a rhino and elephant) is definitely broader than that of whole Google. I promise! We had such a lovely and splendid time during our 4 days of Safari, you can't even imagine! We were taken a great care of, the food was delicious and there were always enough drinks in the fridge. Malisa "had the right nose" for where to go in order to see a bunch a lions, a herd of elephants, a sleeping leopard or a feeding cheetah. We learned so much from Malisa and got to hear the most amazing stories. We invited also him to the dinner at our last night in Arusha. Also the back-up crew (cook Simba with his asisstants) were good fun and very devoted to what they are doing. We had some great talks, extra dessert and African dancing in the kitchen. To be honest - you plan your (budget) trip to Africa and never expect EVERYTHING to go smoothly, right? You have your bias, you have your fears and doubts. But among these guys I felt at home and in peace, all doubts gone in less than 60 seconds after the arrival. My vacation was once of the best things I have done in my life and I am so very grateful to Nkollo Team for making it happen exactly the way it was! Allan, Benson, Malisa - you are my brothers from another mother ;) and I feel honored to have met you in my life. ASANTE SANA rafiki yangu <3

Dace

It’s very good

Amazing Experience with Nkollo Tours & Safaris! The tour was excellent, with friendly staff and great value for money. Everything was super cool! The team at Nkollo Tours & Safaris was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout the whole journey. The service was top-notch, and I really appreciated their attention to detail. The tour itself was unforgettable, and I felt well taken care of every step of the way.

Farhen Talhaoui

Unforgettable Safari Experience – Highly Recommended!

Our safari with Nkollo Tours & Safaris was truly an unforgettable experience from start to finish! The organization was excellent – everything went smoothly and exactly as planned. Communication with Allan beforehand was fast, clear, and super helpful. He was always flexible with our individual requests and made sure we felt well taken care of throughout the entire planning process. A very special thank you goes to our guide Ringo, who made this trip what it was – absolutely outstanding. From the first to the last day, he impressed us with his deep knowledge of wildlife, his sharp eye for spotting animals, and his incredible driving skills, even on the roughest roads. Thanks to his experience and instincts, we were able to see all of the Big Five in just four days! But even more than that, his kindness, humor, and calm energy made every moment enjoyable. We always felt safe, comfortable, and in good hands – like traveling with a good friend who truly loves what he does. The lodges were overall very good – clean, comfortable, and well-organized. The Suricata Boma Lodge especially stood out with excellent food and the friendliest staff we met during our trip. Our transfers with Martin (airport pick-up and drop-off) were also perfectly on time, and he was very kind and reliable. We felt completely safe and well looked after at every step. We can warmly recommend Nkollo Tours to anyone who wants to experience the beauty of Tanzania with a trustworthy, professional, and genuinely caring team. Thank you, Allan, Ringo, and Martin, for making this journey so special – we’ll never forget it! — Ioannis & Natalie, Germany

Ioannis & Natalie

The best salary experience

My experience with Nkollo tours safaris was excellent. Since the first day until the last day. The driver Godbless was helpful, nice, and as a driver was the best one. The boss Allan was so kind with us and the company is so serious and helpful. Thanks so much and we repeat experience for sure.

Laura Arellano

Fabulous tour very well organised and run

Choosing a safari from so many operators can be bewildering. However the initially personalised itinerary and professional approach from Allan was outstanding. Booking was very easy and he was very flexible when our travel dates changed. Nothing was too much to ask, and therefore our arrival in Arusha after an 11 hour flight was very easy. We met Vincent our guide the following morning who was very friendly, knowledgeable and throughout the whole 5 days was always keen to try to show us everything he could. His intimate knowledge of the landscape, flora and fauna made for a very enjoyable trip, and spending evenings having dinner was also enjoyable. All the lodges were fabulous, food was great and lunch everyday on safari was great usually with a spectacular view. Lions walking by overnight in tented lodge was quite amazing. Managed to see big 5 and ugly 5!! I would highly recommend Nkollo to anyone consider a safari in Tanzania, with Allan’s organisation and Vincent’s knowledge you cannot go wrong.

Ciaran Hollywood

Absolutely Recommendable

Nkollo Tours did everything to satisfy our wishes. Everything was extraordinarily smoothly organized and we appreciated the tour a lot. Everybody was super punctual. Nkollo Tours arranged a wonderful 3-day safari experience. All drivers/guides were really good. Flights, pick-up, everything so nicely arranged. Manono our safari driver was excellent in finding animals, and tea with pancakes in the middle of an elephant herd on the first day was quite an experience. Also Omar has a lot of animal knowledge and was a good guide. We saw so many animals in their natural environment and are very glad for this experience. We recommend Nkollo Tours at any time. Thank you,✨🍀✨

Corinna

Fantastic tour operator, very helpful and prompt response

We did two 1-day tours with Nkollo Tours and Safaris. Materuni waterfalls, coffee tour & chemeka hot springs. Our guide Benson was amazing sharing with us lots of local knowledge and answering all our questions about Tanzania. We also learnt some Swahili from Benson. It was a very fun tour and would highly recommend! Ngorongoro joint safari, we experienced a wide variety of animals throughout our safari. Our guide was very good and helped us with getting photos throughout the safari. It was an affordable and high quality safari. They were on time both days and very prompt with their communication throughout the whole experience. Very good value for money and reliable. Thoroughly enjoyed our tours!

Alicia

It was an exceptional safari in Tanzania—wonderful sights, many animals, knowledgeable guide.

We went on a family trip with Nkollo Tours & Safaris, and everything was perfectly organized. The accommodations were amazing, and the food was high-end, made with quality ingredients. The lodges were breathtaking—I even woke up to a zebra right next to my room! We came back with unforgettable memories. Our guide, Hope, was truly exceptional, knowledgeable, and caring. A fantastic experience

Malika

Great

Great communication with the tour operator, who made sure to answer all questions and provided details about the tour. Everything ran smoothly, the safari experience was amazing where my group managed to see all of the big 5!! Accommodation and food were also great.

Iryna

perfect safari experience with professional staff

With Nkollo tours,it was a fantastic lifetime experience I wish to book with them again. The communication during planning was excellent and we were picked at the airport by our guide.We were a small group and our guide drived us to the best destinations. We had outdoors delicious homemade meals from our cook-Sam and great campsite facilities. John was our guide and driver - and apart from being professional , his experience and knowledge made this trip unforgettable.

Kay

Reliable and experienced tour operator with excellent service.

We are very pleased that we chooses Nkollo. Everything from booking, payment and communication with the company worked very smoothly. And the safari itself exceeded our expectations. Our guide Abel was very experienced and knew where to go in the park. He made our safari special with his knowledge and great service and personality. I would definitely recommend Nkollo to others considering a Safari in Tanzania.

Hans