Swahili Safari Escape Team
Swahili Safari Escape
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2023)
- Member Of:
- TALA, TRA & BRELA
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $3,099 to $20,659 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email YANG TENGHUI | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Trustworthy. Capable of handling unexpected situations promptly.
Nice company! Due to the company's mistake in their work, they overcharged me $50. However, the company was able to actively identify the problem and as per my request, this portion of the money was directly given as a tip to the guide. The guide was very nice， with good eyesight， and was able to spot animals that we couldn't. He could also use mobile phones， walkie-talkies， and radios to find out where other animals were. We successfully gathered the Big Five. The flight was delayed， causing the driver who picked me up to wait for me for about an hour. But his attitude remained very good. The first day was rainy， and the company directly upgraded our accommodation from tents to hotels for free.
Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on Mar 24, 2026Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re very glad that we were able to quickly identify and correct the overcharge, and we really appreciate your understanding and generosity in allowing it to go as a tip to the guide. That means a lot to our team.
It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the safari and successfully saw the Big Five! Our guides are very passionate about their work, and we’re happy to know his skills and dedication made your experience even more special.
We also appreciate your patience with the flight delay, and we’re glad our driver was able to take good care of you despite the wait. As for the weather on the first day, we always do our best to ensure our guests are comfortable, so we’re pleased the accommodation upgrade helped improve your stay.
Thank you once again for choosing us. It was truly a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future
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Email Marton | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, professional, intelligent
We had great experience seeing many animals and heard a lot infos about nature and also Tanzanian society from Alex.
Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on Feb 12, 2026Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience.
We are truly happy to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed seeing so many animals. It means a lot to us that Alex was able to share not only the beauty of nature but also insights about Tanzanian society and culture. We always aim to make every safari both exciting and meaningful.
Your feedback motivates us to continue delivering memorable experiences to our guests. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back to Tanzania again in the future.
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Email Sami | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was perfect
Our safari at Arusha National Park was absolutely amazing, and a big part of that was thanks to our excellent driver, Alex. He was incredibly professional, drove very smoothly, and made us feel safe the entire time. What really stood out was his patience — he always took his time to stop near the animals so we could observe them properly and enjoy every moment. Alex also explained everything very clearly and shared a lot of interesting information about the wildlife and the park. Thanks to him, the safari was not only beautiful but also very enriching. Highly recommended!
Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on Feb 1, 2026Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review. We are truly delighted to hear that you had an amazing safari experience at Arusha National Park.
Your kind words about Alex mean a lot to us. He is indeed a very professional and knowledgeable guide, and we’re happy to know that his patience, smooth driving, and detailed explanations made your safari both enjoyable and enriching. We will be sure to pass along your compliments to him they will absolutely make his day.
It was a real pleasure hosting you, and we sincerely appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again in the future for another unforgettable adventure in Tanzania.
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Email Stevie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great!
We had a very good experience. We will recommend this to everybody!
Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on Jun 15, 2026Thank you so much for your kind words!
We are delighted to hear that you had a very good experience with us. It was our pleasure to be part of your safari adventure, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. Your support means a lot to our team.
We hope to welcome you, your family, and your friends again in the future for another unforgettable experience in Tanzania.
Safe travels and thank you for choosing us
Email Jenny | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We saw all big 5 animals and many more!
He was knowledgeable and friendly! Loves his job! We saw everything we expected to see and so much more!
Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on Jun 5, 2026Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing safari experience and were able to see all of the Big Five, along with many other incredible animals. It’s especially rewarding to know that your guide’s knowledge, friendliness, and passion for wildlife helped make your adventure even more memorable.
Thank you for choosing Us. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable safari in the future!
Email Mandie Yarington | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Peter is very reliable and his communication is top notch from start to finish and beyond.
My experience for a 4 day safari was everything Peter described. He communicated with me in the states befor the holiday and guided me in every step of our journey to the time we arrived to the time we left. Even when we were done with the safari. Peter was still available to assist with the extended holiday we had planned in nungwi.. i highly recommend Peter and the company for your holiday.
Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on Jun 5, 2026Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience.
It was truly a pleasure assisting you from the very beginning of your trip planning until the end of your holiday. I am delighted to hear that your 4-day safari met your expectations and that you felt well supported throughout your journey.
At our company, we always strive to provide clear communication, reliable service, and personalized assistance to ensure every guest enjoys a smooth and memorable adventure in Tanzania. Knowing that I could also help with your extended stay in Nungwi makes me very happy.
Thank you for your trust, your kind recommendation, and for choosing Us. We greatly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure in the future.
Amazing and unique experience
Great safary experience thanks to Seth and his team. The trip was well organized, we had a huge support for everything. The camps are very basic but it is part of the experience, the food is extra and we had the opportunity to see a lot of animals thanks to our guide.
If you are looking for an amazing and unique experience we recommand!
Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on May 30, 2026Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had an amazing and unique safari experience with Seth and the team. It was our absolute pleasure to organize this trip and support you throughout the journey. We are glad you enjoyed the authentic camp experience, the food, and of course, the incredible wildlife sightings! Thank you for highly recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future.
Non-professional guide
We had booked a safari for two people with a French-speaking guide. We don't speak English. We ended up with five of us in the jeep, not with the guide from the company we had booked with, but five English speakers and the English-speaking guide who explained nothing and seemed to enjoy driving very fast. We didn't have time to admire the scenery. We left the camp at 9:00 a.m. Two stars for this beautiful country. But the guide deserves zero; he wasn't interested in us at all and preferred to drive fast. We were left out for four days.
Also, the first day of the safari was spent shopping…
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Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on May 17, 2026Dear Audrey,
Thank you for takingy the time to share your experience with us. We are truly sorry to hear that your safari did not meet the expectations you had when booking with us, especially regarding the French-speaking guide and the overall experience during the game drives.
First of all, we sincerely apologize that the guide assigned during the safari did not provide the level of attention, communication, and care that you deserved. Guest experience is very important to us, and after receiving your feedback, we have already discussed this internally with our driver team during our operational meetings to ensure such situations are corrected and improved moving forward.
Regarding the French-speaking guide, we would like to clarify openly that for shared safaris, especially when groups are combined between different companies and travelers of different nationalities, we unfortunately cannot fully guarantee a French-speaking guide at all times. We currently prioritize guaranteed French-speaking guides mainly for private safaris or fixed Swahili Safari Escape French groups.
In your case, we had successfully arranged a French-speaking guide for your safari. However, due to heavy Serengeti rains, he became seriously unwell during the night before departure and reported sick only hours before the safari started. At that stage, with park tickets already arranged and safari logistics confirmed, cancellation or refund was unfortunately not possible. Instead, we worked quickly to ensure your safari could still continue without interruption.
We also understand your frustration about feeling excluded because the safari was conducted mainly in English. During the briefing, we personally met you to explain the safari details, reviewed the wildlife photos together, arranged dinner support, airport drop-off assistance, and remained available for communication throughout your stay. Until receiving this review, we had not received additional complaints during the safari itself regarding the guide’s driving style or explanations.
About the shopping stop on the first day, unfortunately the shared group arrived later than expected, and some travelers needed to purchase essential toiletries and camping items before departure. We always share a recommended packing and preparation list before arrival to help avoid such delays, but in shared group safaris, some flexibility is sometimes necessary due to different travelers’ needs and schedules.
We also want to be transparent that the price you paid was already offered at a very special rate with almost no profit margin from our side, as part of our effort to expand into the French market and build trust and reviews among French-speaking travelers. Because of this, we are unfortunately unable to provide a financial refund after the safari services and park entries were fully used.
However, we genuinely value you and your feedback, and since you mentioned your wish to return to Tanzania again in the future, we would truly love the opportunity to restore your confidence in us. As a gesture of goodwill, we would like to offer:
1. A special returning guest discount on any future safari booked with us.
2. Additional private safari upgrade discounts if you travel again with friends or family (for example, a group of four or more travelers).
Booking style and safari flexibility can have a significant impact on the overall experience, especially regarding language expectations in shared group safaris. Despite the operational challenges, we truly tried our best to ensure your trip could continue smoothly.
Thank you once again for your honest feedback and for visiting our beautiful country. We genuinely hope we may have another opportunity in the future to provide you with the experience you originally hoped for.
Kind regards,
Swahili Safari Escape
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Email Kaelthas | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
able to sort out emergency and well-connected
quick to react and responsive
able to sort out emergency
for.me who book just one day in advance it is very friendly
and i do not have cash and they always support me during the process
Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on Apr 8, 2026Thank you so much for your kind words
We truly appreciate your trust, especially with such a last-minute booking. It means a lot to us that you felt supported and well taken care of throughout the process. Our team always strives to be responsive and ready to assist in any situation, so we’re really happy to hear that came through during your experience.
We’re also glad we could make things easier for you, even with the payment arrangements your comfort and peace of mind are very important to us.
It was a pleasure assisting you, and we hope to welcome you again for another adventure in the future
Email Kunal | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A reliable and highly attentive tour operator that delivers seamless, personalised experiences
We booked our whole Tanzania experience directly with Swahili Safari Escape, and it was honestly one of the best decisions we made for the trip.
From the very beginning, everything was smooth and well organised. They arranged our pickup from Kilimanjaro Airport without any issues, and from that point on we felt completely taken care of. Communication was excellent throughout — they were always in contact, quick to respond, and happy to help with any questions or small changes we had along the way. It made a huge difference knowing someone reliable was just a message away.
All of our local tours were arranged through them, and each one ran seamlessly. There was no stress about timings, transport, or logistics — everything just worked.
A special mention has to go to our driver, Alex, who was perfect the entire time. He was professional, friendly, punctual, and genuinely made the experience more enjoyable. Whether it was long drives or day trips, he made us feel comfortable and relaxed, and nothing ever felt like too much trouble.
What really stood out was how personal the service felt. Even though we booked everything remotely, it didn’t feel like a generic package at all — it felt tailored and thoughtful.
Overall, we had a fantastic experience and would absolutely recommend Swahili Safari Escape to anyone planning a trip to Tanzania. Reliable, responsive, and genuinely caring service from start to finish.
Reply from Swahili Safari Escape
Posted on Apr 2, 2026Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. It truly means a lot to us.
We are very happy to hear that you had such a smooth and enjoyable experience with Us. From your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport to all the tours and arrangements, it’s wonderful to know everything met your expectations and made your journey stress-free.
Your kind words about our communication and organization are highly appreciated, and we are especially glad that Alex made such a positive impact on your trip. We will be sure to share your feedback with him it will mean a lot.
At our company, we always aim to provide a personal and reliable service, so it’s very rewarding to hear that you felt well taken care of throughout your stay.
Thank you once again for choosing us and for recommending our services. It was truly a pleasure to be part of your Tanzania experience. We hope to welcome you again in the future, and you will always be most welcome.