Martha Smith

Review of Thomson Safaris

On our safari through Tanzania, we saw the big fiv...

On our safari through Tanzania, we saw the big five and many more species of wildlife, primarily because the two guides knew just where to look Accommodations at four camps were quite comfortable and well guarded. Meals served at the campsites were hearty and tasty (with the exception of the last site). On the road in the Serengeti we had tasty picnics, served by the guides.

I wish there had been more cultural exchanges or visits, but I learned what I could using my limited Swahili with the "locals". Our visit to the Gibbs Farm on the escarpment broke up our bumpy and dusty road from Tarangire Reserve with a perfectly delightful and refreshing lunch. As we reentered the "real world" after visiting the Northern Serengeti and prepared for our departures, we had a delicious lunch and refreshing afternoon stay at Mt. Meru Hotel in Arusha.