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Since 2006, Benson Safaris Tanzania, led by Benson, excels in safaris, mountain treks, and beach breaks across Tanzania. As a licensed operator and esteemed member of TALA, TATO, TTB, and IGS, we’re revered for our industry reputation and client satisfaction. Our all-inclusive itineraries are rich in culture and content, offering an unrivalled choice of activities and cultural highlights plus once in a lifetime experience at exceptional value. There are no surprises, except for the good ones.
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At Benson Safaris, our greatest reward is the smiles and satisfaction of our clients. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of guiding travelers from around the world through the wonders of Tanzania — from thrilling game drives to unforgettable cultural encounters.
EXCELLENT Based on 116 reviews Posted on Kari HVerified Benson Safari Made Our Tanzania Journey Magical Safari Benson Safari Benson Safari Company helped us create the trip of a lifetime. Our safari and beach vacation in Zanzibar was a year in the making, and throughout the entire planning process Benson and his team were endlessly patient, responsive, and reassuring. Any question, concern, or comment we had, they were right there to guide us and make sure every detail was perfect.Our driver and guide, Francis, picked us up from the airport right on time and stayed with us for the entire journey. He shared language and history lessons along the way, and his knowledge of the wildlife was incredible. Thanks to him, we saw the Big Five and countless other animals…far too many to list!When my husband became ill during the trip, Francis went above and beyond. He made sure my husband saw a doctor and got the medication he needed so we could continue enjoying our safari. His care, professionalism, and experience were truly exceptional.We could not have done this trip without Francis, and we are so grateful to Benson Safari Company for making our dream vacation come true. If you are planning a safari, you must book through Benson and definitely request Francis. His years of knowledge, skill in navigating the parks, and genuine willingness to help made all the difference. Highly, highly recommended!Posted on Noel AVerified Beautiful Tanzania I just completed a 10 day trip to Tanzania that was beautifully curated and executed by Benson Safari. Start to finish the guides were both knowledgeable and attentive. The hotels and lodges were very comfortable and offered a high degree of luxury. I started in Dar-es-Salaam and then proceeded to Arusha. After an overnight stay in Arusha I went to three national parks and 1 reservation. (Tarangire, lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro). The four locations I visited encompass natural beauty as well as tons of wild life. (I got to see the big 5 plus more). My guide was very knowledgeable about the animals especially their habits and habitat. If you want to experience wildlife in Tanzania, Benson safari will make it happen for you.Posted on Josie AVerified An incredible experience with a small downside Our 7-day adventure was truly unforgettable, featuring waterfalls, ponds, lakes, a safari, a hot air balloon ride, and even flights and boat trips. The highlights of our safari included Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti, and Northern Serengeti, which were absolutely breathtaking.Benson Safaris did a fantastic job organizing the entire trip and making sure everything went smoothly. A special thanks to Zablon, our tour guide, who was more than just a guide—he was an adventure partner! He was kind, attentive, and instrumental in ensuring we saw the Big Five, along with countless other amazing animals. We celebrated together, shared meals, and enjoyed beers under the African sky. It was a fantastic experience, and Zablon played a huge role in making it special.The only downside was the flight from Serengeti (Seronera airstrip) to Zanzibar. Despite our early planning and multiple communications well in advance, the flight tickets were purchased too close to the departure date. As a result, we had to take three separate flights on the same day, instead of the direct flight we had hoped for. This added unnecessary stress and made our journey to Zanzibar more tiring than expected. We essentially lost almost an entire day in transit, which was frustrating, especially after such an exciting safari.But all in all, it was an incredible trip. The minor flight issue didn’t overshadow the incredible experiences we had. Highly recommend Benson Safaris for anyone looking to explore the wonders of Tanzania!Posted on PL HVerified Benson Safaris - top notch on all levels My husband and I had the most amazing experience in Tanzania. Benson and his team took care of all the details. We just had to show up, relax, and enjoy. We are very particular about our accommodations and every location exceeded our expectations. Our driver, Francis, made the experience "next level". He was knowledgeable with identifying the animals, providing historical context of the regions and culture. He also had a keen eye for spotting animals. Most importantly, he was very patient and expertly navigated the rugged terrain in a safe way.In addition to the safari, Benson organized our stay in Zanzibar. Again, he connected us with excellent drivers and tour guides who made our beach stay enjoyable. We ran into a small challenge at the hotel in Zanzibar and we called Benson. He took care of it and it was a huge relief for us.We highly recommend Benson Safaris.Posted on Tania MVerified Unforgettable Only 3 days and 2 nightsThe already short time could have been better exploitedBut beautiful experience and talk even if we have not been in the most famous Serengeti Great guide and accommodationPosted on Trail05678946013Verified Great time, great guide Francis, Thanks Fortune for organizing, we made memories of a lifetime We decided to book our honeymoon with Benson Safaris (8 days of safari, 4 days in Zanizbar)Everything was perfectly prepared. All chosen lodges were clean and comfortable. The days were well organized and planned. Our guide Francis was so dedicated and knowledgeable, because of him we managed to have so many beautiful experiences and see wildlife in action. Our operator Fortune was also very good and professional, responsive and was helplful from the day we started planning till the day we came back. Very very recommended to go with Benson SafarisPosted on serahpinVerified Great and knowledgeable tour and safari guide! Our tour group comprised of 3 couples: our age range was mid-50s to early 80s. From the beginning of planning 9 months prior to our trip, Benson Safaris gave us great ideas, always receptive and answered our queries promptly. I am a person with limited ambulation as I have two prosthetic limbs but our tour guide and driver, ZABLON, went beyond to make sure I am cared for: providing a foot stool so I can safely get in the safari vehicle, driving near washrooms and our tented campsite so i won’t have to walk farther and so on. He is very knowledgeable and patient, explaining all the animals. He made sure to explore as best as he can to maximize our experience. Benson Safaris also made arrangements for us to enjoy Zanzibar. I highly recomment Benson Safaris to people who want to experience this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.Posted on Rakesh MVerified Excellent We had a great experience with Benson Safaris. Our safari driver, Zablon was so caring and helpful to our senior citizens group. We highly recommend this company. We had an experience of a life time. Thank you Benson, Zablon for your excellent services. Subhash MinochaPosted on Shiva KVerified Outstanding Tanzania safari (6 days) Thanks to Benson Safari for making this happen. Appreciate the prompt communication prior to our trip and willingness to work with me in building a customized itinerary to meet our needs. Thanks to Mr Benson, Grace and Paul Balthasar Ngoty, our driver and guide. 1) Witnessed absolute magic at Mara River in Northern Serengeti. Saw multiple wildebeest crossings across the river on Aug 20 and 21. From Kenya back to Tanzania. Early for this time of year. Great stay at Aurari tented camp, about 45 minutes from the river (will post separate review under Aurari). 2) Enjoyed our stay at Serena lodge in Central Serengeti, 3) Miracle Air balloon ride was fantastic….saw lions, elephants and lots of deer and zebras (will try to post separate review). 4) Magic again inside Ngorongoro crater (witnessed a lioness kill a wildebeest) with a 2 day stay at Serena in Ngorongoro (will try to post separate review), 4) Finally stopped by at a Masai village (will try to post separate review if possible under Paulo Emanyata, name of village, with young Chief Paulo giving us a grand tour) on the way back to Arusha and onto Kilimanjaro.Make sure you have a good pair of binoculars and a good camera w a powerful zoom lens (400mm).Vegetarian food is not an issue at all the lodges and camps. The Chefs were extremely flexible and worked with us to provide great Indian vegetarian food.; even food without garlic if that’s in line with your liking. Be prepared for rugged terrain (bouncy) with a lot of dust. Have a lot of patience and rise up early and be prompt with your multiple game drives. Request lodges to pack lunch daily for you; this way you maximize your time spent on watching the crossings or going on game drives. Great country - Tanzania and great people. Loved every day of our stay.Finally don’t forget to buy Napenda (“ I like” in Swahili) coffee from Mr Benson. He owns a coffee farm. Asante sana ( picked up some Swahili and people thought I was a local.)Posted on Marek VVerified GREAT EXPERINECE - RECOMMEND We had already second experience with BENSON SAFARIS and again great. All was perfectly organized and program was one big experience. Our guide Liberatus was friendly, experienced and taking care about us each day. We saw all big animals, big 5 and many othres. Accomondations were fantastic experience and very good foood. I RECOMMED BENSON TO ALL TRAVELLERS. Marek
