Wondering which Tanzanian travel agent you should book your safari with? Feeling a bit overwhelmed? Well, you’ve come to the right place!
I had the chance to do a Tanzanian safari tour with Gate to Zion Adventure. This review is written based on my experience to get you inspired and help you decide what’s best for your safari trip to Tanzania.
Planning a Safari in Tanzania can be quite time-consuming. I’ve spent hours looking for a local Safari tour operator in Tanzania but they all seemed the kind of agencies that handle multiple clients and tours at once; and since my husband and I are huge fans of making connections with locals, we were hoping to find a small tour operator that cultivates an authentic local feel.
After days of research, we finally decided to book our safari with Gate to Zion Adventure as it was by far the only safari tour operator in Tanzania that could fulfill our demands. Though the only thing we could find about it at that time was a few reviews and a Facebook page, it was enough to convince us.
Here are some things that stood out for me as I did my research and while I was actually in Tanzania with them.
The Handcrafted Itineraries
There are several ways to craft your Tanzanian Safari. Depending on your budget, what you are interested in and how much time you want to spend in each park. Gate to Zion Adventures proposes a few itineraries but if you can’t find the exact itinerary you are looking for, you can price and customize one of the suggested ones or you can build your own itinerary.
The Story Behind Gate to Zion Adventure
We met so many giving and friendly people, but the person that has really stood out and touched our hearts was Mtabazi.
Mtabazi is the founder of Gate to Zion Adventure, he has a big friendly smile and he is working hard to build his business. He is a role model
We had the privilege to enjoy his hospitality and know more about how he created Gate to Zion Adventures. If you are curious about the story, you can read it here, otherwise, wait until you meet him and he will share it with you.
The Yummy Food
Unlike other tourists we met during our safari who were given a lunch box when visiting national parks, we were accompanied by our personal cook. And this great guy makes healthy food taste like a Dream! I seriously ate better than I do when I’m at home! We had everything from vegetables, meat, salads, rice, and smoothies. We also had delightful breakfasts served in the comfort of
The Caring Team
The team of Gate To Zion Adventure was wonderfully caring and thoughtful. There was always an excitement in the air as Mtabazi and his team concocted surprises and delight moments that definitely made this trip one of the most enjoyable and memorable of a lifetime. Their generous hospitality extended to organizing a romantic dinner in the middle of the Savanna or heating water for us so we can take a shower under the stars. I was reminded again of how compassionate some people can be.
Best Value For Money
Though Gate to Zion Adventure is worth considering for different reasons as noted above; if you are looking for a tour operator in Tanzania that is really good at maximizing value for your every penny, I guarantee you will get ultimate services both pricing and quality. Yes, safaris can be expensive! National parks fees are not cheap, so the costs are related to the parks you want to visit, but for everything the Gate to Zion Adventure includes, you won’t find a better value.
So you got it, I definitely recommend Gate to Zion Adventure without hesitation. The mix of experiences each day, the amount of wildlife, the guide, the food, it was absolutely one of my best trips ever and has only made me want to go back!
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