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)
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Reviews
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Email Michele | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable safari with a flawless, passionate team and unbeatable value.
We (me and my gf) went on a 5-day safari with "Suricata Safaris" in late May. To this, we added an excursion to the Materuni Waterfalls and then to the Chemka Hot Springs.
Simply put, it was an unforgettable experience because sleeping in tents under the starlight in the Serengeti and among the clouds of the Ngorongoro Crater is truly memorable.
All the excursions were perfectly planned by the staff, who briefed us every evening on how to organize ourselves for the following day.
The parks we visited were wonderful, and we were lucky enough to spot all the savannah animals, including the rarest ones like rhinos, leopards, cheetahs, and many hippos. This is in addition to seeing countless elephants, zebras, lions, antelopes, wildebeests, buffaloes, eagles, vultures, hyenas, termite mounds, giraffes, crocodiles, baboons, mongooses, a viper, and many other herbivores whose names I can't recall.
Huge praise goes to the Suricata Safaris team, from the kitchen staff to the drivers, who were absolutely flawless. Despite a minor room booking mix-up at the first hotel, the staff worked tirelessly to find solutions for every eventuality. In this case, they immediately relocated us to another property and gave us a discount on the extra excursion on the final day.
A special thanks to everyone who made the experience so unforgettable. First and foremost is Filex, an exceptional driver who spotted animals with incredible precision. He was always happy to chat and explain the animals' ethology and habits, as well as Maasai culture, being from that culture himself. What I loved most about Filex was his palpable passion for his job. For instance, the evening we slept in the Serengeti, he went out of his way to make sure we saw all the wildlife, meaning we arrived at the base camp after dark. He had been driving since early morning, but he still wanted us to see everything. With him, we truly felt a high level of quality in the service and the overall experience. Another noteworthy detail: I celebrated my birthday during the safari, and Filex and the kitchen crew (in agreement with my fiancée) organized a surprise party for me. Outstanding!
James the chef is very friendly and always hard at work preparing dishes to suit all tastes. I ate very well every single day and always felt full. So, my compliments to the kitchen as well.
I also want to thank Luther, our guide on the last day of the safari, who was professional and attentive.
Thanks also to Daniel, who assisted us on the first and penultimate days, acting as a liaison with his company.
And a big thank you to Johnny, who took us to the Materuni Waterfalls and Chemka Hot Springs. He spent the entire day with us and shared fascinating insights about the local culture, flora, and fauna.
Some technical notes: the jeeps are spacious and equipped with a fridge, which is very useful for those who appreciate cold drinks or have medications that need to be kept cool.
A cultural note, especially for those from countries where tipping isn't customary: my advice is to prepare some local currency or small bills in Euros or Dollars (e.g., 5/10 Euros/Dollars) because, generally, tipping is expected by everyone, from drivers to anyone who guides you or spends time with you. When budgeting for the trip, it's important to account for these hidden costs. By the end of the experience, they add up to a significant amount, but... they all deserve it!
The camps are basic but always equipped with showers and toilets. The tents are simple and are set up and taken down by the staff, who do an incredible job transporting everything across Tanzania, kitchen included. The tents are sturdy, and the mattresses are comfortable. The pillows are a bit hard, but if you bring an inflatable pillow, you will sleep quite well. Obviously, having all this out in the wild is already a lot; you just need to bring a bit of an adventurous spirit and adaptability.
Last but not least... Exceptional value for money. I haven't traveled with other operators, but I did get quotes from them. Suricata offered me an absolutely unbeatable price compared to all their competitors, and the quality of the experience was flawless.
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Email Daniel Martinez | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding company
We first heard about Suricata through some friends who had done a safari with them a few years ago, and based on their recommendation, we decided to book our trip with them. We’ve just come back, and it was an amazing experience!
We booked a 7 days trip - Adventure Camping Safari.
From the very beginning, the Suricata team was professional, helpful, and flexible. While planning the trip, they took the time to understand what we wanted and helped us create an itinerary that suited us perfectly. Communication by email was always quick and easy.
Once we arrived in Tanzania, everything was taken care of, and honestly, they exceeded our expectations. But what really made this safari unforgettable was our guide, Anton.
Anton is kind, friendly, considerate, and incredibly skilled at spotting and tracking animals. He always did his best to make sure we saw as much wildlife as possible, often taking less crowded routes and avoiding the same spots so that every day felt different. You can tell he genuinely loves his job, and his enthusiasm makes the whole experience even more special. Thanks to him, we also learned a lot about animal behaviour and the ecosystem.
We should also mention that he is an excellent driver. He was always careful and responsible, and we felt safe throughout the entire trip while still managing to get everywhere on time.
We spent an incredible week with Anton and are very grateful for his professionalism, knowledge, and great sense of humour. He played a huge part in making this trip so memorable.
We would also like to thank Jeremiah, our chef. He prepared delicious meals every day and made sure we had a balanced and varied menu throughout the safari. He was a bit shy—like a leopard hiding in the bushes!—but always kind, professional, and ready to help. We really appreciated all his hard work.
We would definitely recommend Suricata to our friends and family and would happily travel with them again.
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Email Johanna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Experience Overall
It was a great safari! The size of the group was good and 4 days was just the right length for us. We saw all the animals we wanted to see, the guide made sure we would be able to see as much as possible and as close as possible.
The food was amazing and the staff was very nice and accommodating.
Email George McClimonds | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
John was Informative, courteous and happy to please
Safari with Lewis (Safari guide)
Struck up an amazing friendship with Lewis!
He was our Safari guide for four days, he managed to find us the big five, Lewis went above and beyond for us from early mornings to late evening.... He is the king of Safari! we spoke to a few other people about us seeing everything we wanted to see and they said they were a bit dissapointed with the company they were with as they didn't see everything!! We got lucky with suricata and their best Safari guide Lewis!!
He taught us the number of stripes a zebra has, but only Lewis knows the answer in Tanzania, we now know but sworn to secrecy.
Hakuna batata xx
Email Doreen McClimonds | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
John was very detailed with the information we needed. He greeted us on arrival before safari
Where do i start, Lewis the safari guide gave us the most wonderful four days safari we saw the big five of africa and so much more which we never dreamed of seeing and very close up to animals!! He was full of information, every question asked he answered in detail.... we felt so at ease with Lewis even socialised in the evening with us nothing was too much!! We laughed so much. Only Lewis knows the answer to how many stripes a zebra has and of course we now know the answer but sworn to secrecy!!
Lewis you are amazing!! Thank you so much for making our first safari experience out of this world.
Value for money we got that and so much more!!
Great experience and excellent organisation!
Amazing experience! In 5 days we saw various parks and countless animals, including the Big 5! Every day was a unique experience. Our guide Amiri was very knowledgeable and friendly. He took us to the most beautiful and best spots. The overnight stay in the tent camp in Serengeti was unforgettable.
Email Kathleen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An amazing experience!
Luther was amazing!!! He ensured we had the best experience and was knowledgeable, friendly, and hospitable!
Email Nikki | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Luther and Suricata were amazing!
Luther helped make this the trip of my dreams! We saw an incredible variety of wildlife, including the Big Five. The parks were breathtaking, the meals were fantastic, and every part of the experience exceeded my expectations. Most of all, our guide, Luther, was absolutely amazing—knowledgeable, friendly, and dedicated to making sure we had the best possible safari. I would not hesitate to book with Suricata again in the future and highly recommend them to anyone considering a safari in Tanzania.
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Email Lena | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Expierence - super well organized!
So, we did a 5 Day Mid Range Safari and it was a very very great Expierence.
Everything was well organized and the Lodges and the Camp were so great.
But the biggest thank i want to give is to Luther - our Guide.
He Trier everything to give us the best experience. Thank you Luther!
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Email Cristina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Guide Behind the Safari of a Lifetime
We were incredibly lucky to have Luther as our guide during our safari, and we honestly could not have asked for a better experience.
From the very first moment we met him, he was friendly, welcoming, polite and professional. He immediately made us feel comfortable and throughout the entire safari he constantly looked after everyone in the group. He was always thinking ahead, making sure we were comfortable, had everything we needed and were enjoying ourselves.
One thing we especially appreciated was his communication. Luther always kept us informed about what was happening and what to expect next. Whether he was collecting park permits, planning the next game drive, driving to a new destination or organising lunch, he continuously explained the plan and what we were going to do. This made us feel relaxed, informed and completely taken care of throughout the safari.
His knowledge of the wildlife, nature and parks was outstanding. He shared fascinating information about animal behaviour and answered every question with patience and enthusiasm. We learned so much from him during our journey.
What truly impressed us was his incredible ability to spot animals. Thanks to Luther we experienced sightings that we never imagined we would see. During our safari we saw all of the Big Five, including a leopard and the rare black rhino. We also saw a cheetah with her cubs, a cheetah that had just caught a newborn gazelle, lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, countless antelopes and many beautiful bird species.
Some moments were simply unforgettable. We had a male lion and a lioness right next to our jeep, watched elephants feeding only a few metres away and witnessed incredible wildlife encounters throughout the trip. Many of these sightings would never have happened without Luther's sharp eyes, experience and dedication.
Beyond being an excellent guide, Luther is simply a wonderful person. He is kind, respectful, patient, funny and genuinely passionate about his work. It never felt like he was just doing a job. It felt like he truly wanted us to have the best safari experience possible.
We would also like to compliment Suricata Safaris on the accommodations. Every single stay exceeded our expectations. Suricata Boma Lodge was fantastic, with beautiful facilities, excellent food and incredibly friendly staff. The Tanzania Bush Camp experience was absolutely magical. Sleeping in the bush while still enjoying so much comfort was something we will never forget. Our final accommodation was equally impressive and provided the perfect ending to an unforgettable safari.
What surprised us most was how much comfort and service we received throughout the entire trip. The staff at every accommodation were exceptionally friendly and welcoming. You truly receive far more than you expect.
A special thank you as well for helping make Camilo's birthday such an unforgettable day. Celebrating a birthday surrounded by Tanzania's wildlife was already special, but Luther helped make it even more memorable.
If you are lucky enough to have Luther as your guide, you are in the very best hands. He is a true professional, an exceptional wildlife guide and a wonderful ambassador for Tanzania.
Thank you, Luther, for the memories, the knowledge, the laughs and the adventure. We will never forget this safari.
Greetings from Cristina and Camilo
