Hilary and Martin - owners of Suricata Safaris
Suricata Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 50-100 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $3,271 to $10,329 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Email Fraser Stewart | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional company with the best guides and chefs.
Quite simply the best experience of my life. We arrived in Arusha and our driver was there to take us to our hotel. The hotel we stayed in was simple but had everything you need. Our briefer Daniel visited us at our hotel to brief us of our trip. He was very friendly and was able to answer any questions we had. They organised a taxi to the start of the safari, where we met our guide from Suricata, Adam.
Adam was absolutely exceptional. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. He knew exactly where to see every animal and we managed to see almost everything on day 1.
Our chef Salim was also great. His food was exceptional and there was always plenty of it so we never went hungry.
The campsites were basic but we had no problems with them. They were clean and everything was set up for us already. The team go above and beyond for you, making sure you are okay at all times.
The cars were comfy and spacious, even for me who is 6ft 5in. The roof lifts up so you are able to get great views of the animals.
Overall, this really was a 10/10 experience with a 10/10 company. I could not recommend them high enough. If I come back to Tanzania, I will be using Suricata Safaris.
Thank you Adam and Salim.
DE
Email Jessica&Dominik Susec | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible 5-day safari with knowledgeable guide Melita. Amazing wildlife, great food, and friendly
We went on a 5-day safari with Surricata Safari, and it was an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Melita, was simply the best. She was incredibly kind and had vast knowledge about the animals, and her enthusiasm for wildlife was contagious.
We were fortunate to see all the animals we hoped for, including lions, giraffes, zebras, elephants, rhinos, hippos, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, antelopes, wildebeests, buffalo, and flamingos. Each animal was a highlight for us.
The safari vehicle was very comfortable, and everyone had a window seat. The drives were pleasant as well. The food was delicious, and the camping sites were beautiful. The tents were set up for us, complete with mattresses and sleeping bags. Spending nights under the starry sky was magical.
The entire team at Surricata Safari was always friendly, and we felt welcomed at all times. Overall, it was an amazing experience and the best thing we've ever done. We highly recommend it, especially with Melita as your guide! 😇
Email Matthew | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable, professional operator delivering an unforgettable Ngorongoro safari
I had an incredible day safari in the Ngorongoro Crater with Melita. From the moment we entered the crater, it was clear how knowledgeable and experienced he is. Melita has a deep understanding of the park, its wildlife behavior, and the best areas to explore at the right times.
Thanks to his sharp eyesight and excellent instincts, I was able to see all of the Big 4 along with many other animals up close. He often spotted wildlife long before others did, positioning us perfectly for amazing views and photos.
What really stood out was how he explained what I was seeing—sharing details about the animals, their habits, and the unique ecosystem of the crater—which made the safari even more enjoyable and memorable. Melita’s professionalism, calm driving, and passion for the park truly elevated the experience.
I highly recommend Melita to anyone visiting the Ngorongoro Crater. It was an unforgettable highlight of my trip.
SI
Email Meta | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari experience
Our sfari driver was Hilary and he is the best. Full of energy and amazing stories and fnny jokes. We had a lot of fun on a 4-day safari (which is totally enough if you want to see all the antional parks). We saw the big 5 group, which was unforgetable. Staying in tents can be really exicitng since you're sleeping surrounded with zebras and bivols, so I would not change it to lodge. Only thing I would not miss is visiting Masai village. It's too commercial already. You better visit Hundzabi tribe which is really interesting (still living in caves).
Email El E. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable safari experience!!
I was a little nervous at first since I was traveling as a solo woman, but this safari turned out to be an amazing and unforgettable experience!! My driver from Suricata was Ezekiel, he was great--very knowledgeable, informative about all the animals, and attentive to us. I did the 4 day safari and we saw basically all the animals at the top of my list: Cheetahs (in Serengeti only), lions, leopard, elephants, Rhino, giraffes, and lots of hyenas, which are my favorite!! The sceneries are just spectacular, just like you see on TV, especiallly Ngorogoro. The Serengeti is fascinating...it's just plain/open spaces where you think there's nothing there, but actually all the animals are there! I was also happy that Suricata was able to provide special meals for me since I'm vegan. I absolutely loved this safari and my only regret is that I didn't choose a longer one as I would've loved to spend more days in Serengeti and seen more rivers.
DE
Email Felix | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best experiences i had in my life
The service and the communications were very good, you get a lot of information about the animals and the food you get is really good.
You are sleeping in Tends in the Serengeti which is a great experience. But if you wanna have higher comfort you should book by a different company where you can sleep in apartments.
I have seen the "big five" on a three day Safari and all the other animals you can imagine.
BE
Email Wouter | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
On adventure with Hillary to Tarangire and Ngorongoro
At the end of July I went on safari with Hillary to two of the most famous national parks in Tanzania. Tarangeri and Ngorongoro. It was amazing. Where other guides did not succeed in other parks, I was shown cheetas that brought their boys to a group of friends, monkeys who were mating and rhinos inside the crater. These things are very rare. It is not easy to say whether it's a coincidence or the guide to see these things. But it were two days apart, I do not think it's a coincidence anymore. That's why I say a big "merci" to Hillary !!!
IT
Email Simona Zerbini | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari
We have just finish our amazing 3 days safari in Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater. It was well organised and the staff did great job, especially our guide Golden. Campsites were in beautiful place and the tend clean, food was good. We raccomended Suricata Safari to have an amazing experience.
DE
Email Olli | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience with Suricata and our guide Gorden
Our 5 day trip with Suricata was really amazing. Nice food, perfect crew and we saw all the big five. Our chef Pius made us look forward to the next meal every time. The guide Gorden was exactly the guy you wish for when doing a safari. Caring, funny, a lot of knowledge, good driving skills, the passion to really find every animal in the parks. The experience with Suricata was nice anyways but he made it special.
Email Celia H. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari Experience with Suricata
My experience with Suricata on this 4-night, 5-day safari has been absolutely amazing. Our guide and driver, Philix, was incredible—such a wonderful person who generously shared his deep knowledge of wildlife, the national parks, and Maasai culture. His enthusiasm and expertise made our safari not only educational but also truly enjoyable and fun. Even when there had to be logistical changes due to us traveling in a low season and needing to group with others, Philix managed the process well to minimize waiting time as much as possible.
The accommodations were excellent, especially the two nights we spent at Suricata Boma Lodge, which was a highlight of the trip. The food also exceeded my expectations—we had proper, well-packed lunches every day, complete with a variety of drinks, fresh fruits, and desserts.
Daniel, who coordinated our itinerary, guide, and airport transfers, ensured that everything went smoothly, making the entire experience seamless and stress-free.
This was my first time visiting Africa and my first-ever safari, and I am so grateful to Suricata for making it such a memorable and enjoyable journey. I can’t wait to return for more adventures!
