Roko and Miranda, owners of RokoSafaris Lmt
Roko Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2023)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $1,215 to $5,208 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email lulu | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Disappointing arrangement
This is a very disappointing trip. The most important purpose of our visit to Tanzania is to see the animal migration of the Mara River. This wish has been explained to the travel agency more than two months in advance. Although we arranged to go to the Mara River for a day to watch the animal migration, it took eight hours to go back and forth from our residence more than 200 kilometers away from the Mara River, which we didn't know in advance. It was already ten o'clock in the morning at the Mara River. After waiting for three hours, the driver drove away and we didn't see anything. Later, we learned that wildebeest crossing the river usually ends before 9 o'clock.
This arrangement is frustrating.
Not recommended.
Email Resy & Chris | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Walking tour through Ngorongoro Highlands with authentic Maasai connection
Our 5-day Ngorongoro Highlands Hike with Roko was an interesting and enjoyable experience. Day 1 and day 5 are driving days between Arusha and the highlands/rift valley with two walks (Olmoti & Empakaai) added on day 1 which was a good way to start the tour.
Day 2 & 3 were the real walking days with a long descent towards Lake Natron on day 3.
These two days also gave us opportunity to observe and interact with Maasai people who live in the area. This was interesting and made this tour very special.
On day 4 we visited a hot spring near Lake Natron. We weren’t able to do the walk to the waterfall although there was plenty of downtime in the afternoon. We would have liked to do a walk that day as well so worthwhile exploring with Roko in advance if that is possible.
We also had the opportunity to do some bonus game driving in the “little Serengeti” and saw plenty of wildlife during the drive back to Arusha.
The accommodation at the Maasai Guesthouse in Esaserongo was very good.
The meals and snacks provided during the trip were of high quality, with fresh ingredients and good flavours. Don’t worry about getting hungry: Roko, Miranda and the chef will ensure that there is plenty of food.
We would recommend this tour to people who want a small scale tour with walking activities involved, who don’t mind camping in the bush and who are prepared to travel according to “Africa time “ (waiting for things to happen without being clear what you are waiting for).
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Email Gabriel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Roundtrip including Lake Natron, Serengeti and Ngorongoro!
Value for money was good. We‘ve seen all animals including some spectacular hunts in a private safari for 2 people. The guides gave a lot of interesting insights about the animals and the nature. Sleeping in the middle of the Serengeti in a tent was an amazing experience as you could hear lions and hyenas at night! Roko Safaris is also very flexibly available on short notice. We got into contact for our trip only two days in advance!
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Email Rob en Cynthia | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A safari the way it should be with Roko Safaris
Tanzania is already special. But Roko Safaris makes it unforgettable.
Our trip was tailor-made from start to finish — no standard programme, but a route built entirely around our wishes. Having the same guide and driver throughout meant we saw more, felt safe on both rugged terrain and busy roads, and built trust along the way.
The preparation was excellent: great tips in advance, wonderful local accommodations and everything perfectly arranged. We didn’t have to worry about a thing.
And most importantly: Roko Safaris doesn’t line up ten cars around one lion. They choose calm and respect for nature — and that’s exactly why we experienced moments we will never forget.
A recommendation? From us, absolutely. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
NL
Email Anneke and Erik | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Roko safaris really goes 'the extra mile'!
As a family of 8 Roko, our two drivers, Jackson and Ole and our cook Mohammed, took good care of us during two weeks!
While we were planning the trip the communication was excellent. Roko and Miranda were flexible before and throughout the trip and adjusted plans when needed. Our journey offered a great mix between safari and hiking. Hiking in Tanzania was what really made this trip different from the usual trips to Tanzania. Our hike from Ngorongoro to Lake Natron was amazing. We also went to the Usambara Mountains. This area is beautiful, combining nature and walking through local villages and not very touristy.
Our accomodations including the campsites were (very) basic but fine. The tents were good and waterproof!
Our trip Tanzania is unforgettable, the land, the wildlife, the hikes, the people.
We are really happy we had a chance to see a little bit of the real Tanzania with Roko Safaris.
NL
Email Koen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Truely going the extra Mile!
We had a wonderful experience with Roko and the rest of his team. One of the main highlights for me was getting to experience the real Tanzania. We visited local markets, saw the village where Roko grew up, and stopped at places where people were preparing BBQ, selling sheep and cows, and milling maize. Moments like these gave us a glimpse into everyday life and made the trip feel very authentic.
That said, the safari itself was also excellent. Roko and Essau (our driver) were great guides—very knowledgeable, good company, and always happy to answer questions. Roko has a amazing eyeside, so he spots the animals way before we even knew they where there. Thanks to him we were able to see all of the Big Five, as well as many other animals. Along the way they shared a lot of interesting information about the animals, the landscape, and the ecosystems, which made the experience even more rewarding.
I believe booking with Roko Safaris gives you a very authentic safari experience. Miranda and Roko tailor the trip to your interests and what you would like to get out of it. If your focus is on seeing the Big Five, that works perfectly. If you are interested in learning more about Maasai culture or visiting local communities, that can also be arranged. They are very flexible and happy to adapt the itinerary.
For me it was a once-in-a-lifetime trip, so many thanks to Roko, Miranda, Essau, and the rest of the team.
NL
Email Desirée | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic authentic private safaris with expert guiding, personal care and true Maasai hospitality.
The four of us booked a 9-day private budgettour with Roko Safaris. They created a fantastic program tailored to our wishes. We wanted to start from Arusha and visit the non-touristic Lake Natron, where Roko and Miranda have their Maasai guesthouse in Engare Sero. From there, we spent 3 amazing days doing wonderful activities: Little Serengeti, seeing the flamingos at Lake Natron, and visiting the waterfall.
Roko is a Maasai man and is proud of his village, which is still very authentic. Definitely worth a visit.
After that, we spent two days in the Serengeti and one day in the Ngorongoro Crater. Roko is an excellent guide. He knows the areas very well and has incredibly sharp eyesight. He always goes for the absolute best wildlife sightings. He really wants you to get almost face to face with the animals — of course from inside the car! Absolutely fantastic.
In Mto wa Mbu, we did a beautiful bike ride through banana plantations and rice fields. We ended the 9-day trip with a day hike on amazing Mount Kilimanjaro and a visit to Moshi.
Owners Roko and Miranda have the motto "we go the extra mile," and in our opinion, they more than live up to that! Everything is possible, and they are very attentive with personal care.
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Email Rolf | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great organisation, nice and very friendly company
Miranda picked us up at arusha airport, the guesthouse, she organised was great. Our driver Öle knew a lot. He is a Maasai, so we learned many new facts about this tribe. Olduvai-gorge was great, the rest of the safari as well. Food was excellent. Roko is a smart and great guy, Maasai. Miranda is from NL. So you have both in one company: African vibes and a European spirit as well 😉
Thanks for everything Kerstin &Rolf
NL
Email Marlies | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful hiking tour in a unique part of Tanzania
Our 5-day walking safari from Ngorongoro to Lake Natron was absolutely fantastic and unforgettable. We have already seen quite some parts of Tanzania in previous journeys, but this tour genuinely impressed us.
The landscapes were spectacular: endless views over the Great Rift Valley and remote Maasai land. Walking through such untouched terrain made the experience feel authentic and far away from the usual tourist routes.
The camping was basic at times (including one night with a bush toilet), but that only added to the adventure. The tents were comfortable and always set up for us. Matrasses and sleeping bags were provided. The cook prepared delicious meals every day, far beyond what we expected in such conditions.
A very special thank you to Miranda and Roko, who went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly.
We highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for a real off-the-beaten-path adventure in Tanzania.
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Email Brittany | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It is a small business owned by very kind people, who give you a very personal experience.
The booking process was super smooth. The communication was fast, and efficient. The tour itself was very special and exceeded our expectations. It was a personal and amazing experience. Miranda and Roko are both very kind and friendly and are there for you to give you a great experience. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a personal experience, supporting small businesses. We did a walking safari, visiting different places, camping at extraordinary spots. If you love camping, you should definitely book this!! Food was great, camping gear perfect and walking amazing.