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  Great Safari and Tour with Sababu  - My husband and I booked a safari with Sababu (we actually found them through Elsewhere, the Lonely Planet's travel bureau) and we couldn't have been more pleased. Denise worked tirelessly... read more with us to craft an experience that was exactly what we wanted. When we started safari planning, we received several quotes from many other tour operators. In most cases those quotes were a little less expensive than Sababu's. But in the end, we chose Sababu because of Denise's expertise and knowledge, as well as the quality of the lodgings she was suggesting.

But that was just the beginning. Once we reserved our trip (we did have to trade out 2 of our accommodations because we'd waited a little too long to make our decision), there were tons of practical and logistical things to decide. Denise was there for us with our "one million questions," always pleasant and ready to help with info about visa's, what to pack and even what size suitcases to bring.

I think that probably the most critical part of a safari is the guide and driver and we got THE BEST in Daudi. His knowledge of all the wildlife, even the smallest rodents, tiniest birds, and of course the big 5, was seriously 5-star. We learned tons about animal behavior, animal diets, the Serengeti ecosystem and how it all interconnects. And after spending my career working at National Geographic Magazine, I thought I already knew a lot. Alas, this trip was the best education, Daudi had so much to teach us! Add to that, he had extraordinarily keen eyes. We could hardly believe he'd spotted a lion or leopard tucked away in a tree with his naked eyes, until we found it with his patient directions using our binoculars. (critical note: don't forget to take at least one pair but best to take two). And finally, Daudi was a first rate gentleman and just an all around great person (as is true of ALL the Tanzanian's we encountered). I was actually sad to leave him when we he took us to the airport.

Another note about Sababu is their commitment to helping the local population, particularly the Maasai people. We brought a suitcase full of English books to donate to the local school. I would not have known about this need if it weren't for Sababu's tagline to "travel with a purpose." And on our way to our camp in the Central Serengeti, Daudi found a Maasai home where he provided them with solar lights and a water filter. We were pleased that part of our trip subsidized this gift that could help a family have lights and clean drinking water.

And now truly lastly, our accommodations were first rate. The Original Maasai lodge was gorgeous and surely the nicest mud hut we'll ever get to spend a couple of nights in. The setting took our breath away and the nighttime spear throwing and dancing were a massive treat. The Maasai people were sublime hosts who seemed genuinely interested in sharing the culture with us. Our one night at the Retreat at Ngorongoro Lodge was a luxurious respite in the midst of what seemed like a rainforest (very swanky, even got to use a hairdryer)! We stayed another single night at the brand new Acacia Ngorongoro Luxury Camp which was our first time in a safari "camp." Extraordinarily comfortable, especially for two people who really don't love camping. These Serengeti Camps are not roughing it AT ALL. Our next 3 nights were spent at the Signature Serengeti Camp which was even a step up from the first one, had great food, and the most genuinely nice staff we could imagine. They even sang and celebrated us on our last night because we stayed for 3 nights apparently that's a rare occurrence. Then off to Zanzibar where we spent one night in Stone Town at the lovely Neela Boutique Hotel, and following a tour of the town, spent our last two nights in the amazing, beautiful, all inclusive Mora Resort on the Indian Ocean. It was the perfect way to end our 12 day trip. We were rested and relaxed when we began our 30-hour journey back to the states!

  Best Family Vacation!  - Sababu Safaris was such a great choice for our family vacation! Every detail was arranged perfectly. The communication was excellent and Denise and Rob know Tanzania where to go, what... read more to do. Starting at the Maasai lodge for a few days of authentic tribal living was amazing. Then moving on to the more luxury accommodations of the safari We loved all three safari locations - Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti. I highly recommend this itinerary. The lodging choices were perfect for our family. Everyone is so friendly and make you feel so welcome. We saw so many animals and experienced nature in a way that will stick with us for a long time. Again, cannot say enough good things! We will definitely return and book with Sababu Safaris again!

  Family Tanzania Safari vacation  - My family of 5 thoroughly enjoyed our vacation thanks to Denise and Peter with Sababu Safaris. i normally plan all of our vacations so it was very nice to finally... read more be able to sit back and just enjoy every moment without thinking . i felt very comfortable putting my complete trust in Denise after speaking with her. She gave great suggestions based on our interests and kids ages and she was always very responsive. All of the camps/tents she booked for us were great with amazing views, food and customer service was the best i've ever experienced. We especially enjoyed visiting the Hadzabe and Maasai tribes. I requested culture and safari and Denise nailed it . Peter was our guide and by the end of the vacation , he became family . He took such great care of us nd as extremely flexible and patient with us . My kids are picky eaters and he coordinated with each camp beforehand to make sure they cooked food they would enjoy . We saw all of the big 5 and the great migration . Peter was very knowledgeable and taught us us about all the wildlife and the culture of Tanzania. Do not hesitate to book with Sababu and request Peter as your guide . It's very obvious , they are both amazing people and love what they do.

  A magical trip of a lifetime. Thank you Denise and Elisante from Sababu. An easy rating of 10 out of 10 - Denise from Sabubu organized an absolutely incredible trip for us. It was an enchanting experience on so many levels. She took the time to truly understand our family's desires and... read more tailored an itinerary that made sure every day was filled with new and exciting experiences. Our journey took us from the Masaai to Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, and Zanzibar. We were also connected with an exceptional guide, Elisante William, whose extensive knowledge and ten years of experience ensured unforgettable wildlife encounters. The accommodations handpicked by Denise were beyond amazing. The food was amazing, particularly given we were tenting in the middle of the Serengeti. We are sincerely thankful to Denise and Elisante for creating the most exceptional trip we've ever had. You can't go wrong with Sabubu and Denise. Please make certain to ask for Elisante.

  Travel With Purpose  - We are so happy we went on Safari with Sababu. Everything from the minute we arrived was perfect. Our guide, Daudi, was so nice and super informative on... read more all things Safari. We stayed at some amazing accommodations where we were able to relax and enjoy delicious meals. We are so happy we have so many incredible memories that will last a lifetime.

  BEST choice for a Safari 🙂  - We had an AMAZING trip to Tanzania for our honeymoon. Denise at SABABU was extremely helpful in organizing the best itinerary for us. She was always kind, answered all our... read more questions, and took care of every last detail. Once we arrived in Tanzania, we were able to relax and forget about everything as they handled all the logistics. Our guide, Samson, was fantastic and full of energy. He taught us about the country, their history and culture, he knew EVERYTHING about the animals (there was not a single question he didn't know the answer to) and of course he's amazing sense of humor filled our trip with many laughter and fun memories. It was an unforgettable experience, we will definitely book with SABABU our next Safari.