Posts From September 2012

We May Never Go To Another Zoo!

The trip to Tanzania was truly the trip of a life time, more than we anticipated or expected. To see animals up close and personal is a thrill, to the point we may never go to another zoo and for sure another circus. In addition, every person we met felt they absolutely had the best guide, which is a tribute to African Dream Safari. African Dream Safari answered all of our questions prior to the trip and we know from descriptions from another couple who lost their passport, took care of them. It was a great experience.

Dick and Diane Cromwell
Grand Haven, Michigan
Safari Dates: September 7th, 2012 to September 16th, 2012

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Buffalo Luxury Camp: Recommended During the Dry Season

One of our favorite accommodations for any african safari, this newer camp (constructed roughly 2 years ago) offers a great base for safari activities in the wild reaches of the Northern Serengeti. Buffalo Luxury Camp is actually located just outside the official boundary of the Serengeti in a private game concession within the Loliondo Game Controlled Area.

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Randall & Barbara Meyer Share their Wildebeest Migration Video

Thank you Randall and Barbara Meyer for submitting this amazing video of the wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River in the North Serengeti. Randall and Barbara went on safari with ADS in early August this year and were able to capture on video the pinnacle of the northward migration when the great herds of wildebeest cross the crocodile infested rivers of Mara River. This video was taken a few kilometers upriver from the Kogatende Ranger Post in the North Serengeti on August 3, 2012.

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We Saw Over 40 Species Of Animals!

Lynn, Asante Sana to you and the entire Africa Dream Safari (ADS) staff for putting together an adventure of a life time. From my first phone call with you last year in looking to going on safari to the final drop off at the airport in Arusha to come home it has been a pleasure dealing with the professionals at ADS.

The pre-trip info shared by you not only got us excited but helped us prepare for the adventure, what a great way to prepare us. Our guides Ellison and Ally were amazing not only with their ability to see animals but with their knowledge of the animals and behavior. We saw over 40 different animals and somewhere close to 80 different birds which really excited the birder in our group.

The camps we stayed in were incredible experiences with the Seronera Sametu camp and the way Jonas took care of us, being everyone’s favorite. Seeing little green eyes in our flashlight beams while we were being escorted to our tent was as exciting as watching the giraffes walk through the middle of our camp as they sampled the trees one morning. What an African experience and one we will never forget.

With some 3000 pictures to choose from wildebeest crossing the Mara river to lions guarding their kill to three cheetah cubs playing with their mom it’s hard to pick out two or three favorites since they all bring back amazing sightings. The dwarf mongoose were highly entertaining and the longer we sat watching the more of them came out of the termite mound to see the ‘tourists’. The pair of cheetah’s walking up to the vehicle and then seeming to pose for a brothers together picture was astounding. Finally the Cape buffalo who’s look seems to be saying ‘do you really want to interrupt my breakfast?’ are just a few of many amazing photos.

Africa Dream Safaris gave us all a chance to experience Africa, see the Serengeti, meet some amazing people and have an incredible experience. Asante Sana for coordinating and providing an experience of a lifetime. ADS has our vote for the best safari company and I will happily tell anyone going to Tanzania to call Africa Dream Safari. It is the only safari company to visit the Serengeti with.

George and Margaret Gluski
Tucson, Arizona
Safari Dates: September 8, 2012 to September 18, 2012

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Did I Mention Our Fantastic Driver?

I have been meaning to write to you since we returned but it seems to have taken me a couple weeks to readjust! That was an amazing trip, although not the most leisurely vacation. In hindsight we probably shouldn’t have moved camps so often, but I don’t regret it because it gave us the chance to experience so many different areas.

First and foremost I have to say that our guide Claude is fantastic. He truly made the trip for us, he is so knowledgeable about the wildlife and the history of the country and was willing to share all of it with us. We learned so much, and enjoyed not only the larger animal sightings but looking at plants and insects too. He made us feel very comfortable so that we could enjoy every minute. We also thoroughly enjoyed having the whole truck to ourselves!

We had a little more rain than expected, and as a result we saw some of the wildebeest crossing the Mara River, apparently they started the return trip early. And because of their presence there were a lot of well fed predators around. We had many close encounter sightings. Claude has an unbelievable skill for spotting animals and birds, and even showed us tracks along the roads. He was always extremely sensitive to the animals as we approached and was able to get very close without startling them. And did I mention he’s a fantastic driver too! I just can’t say enough about him. If you would send along our best wishes to him, he told us he is getting married at the end of this month.

I want to thank you and all of the ADS staff for the wonderful experience. You really saw to every detail so we didn’t have to worry about anything. My husband is already talking about going back!

Patricia and Robert Sharp
Boston, Massachusetts
Trip Dates: September 6th 2012 to September 15th, 2012

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The Lion Lady’s helpful hints

Two items I cannot leave home without when I go on safari:

1.) A regular American extension cord with a multiple outlet power strip so I can charge more then one item at a time and only need to use one plug or outlet.

2.) A flashlight that straps to my head so I can be hands free if need be in the middle of the night and all the lights are off or I have no clue where the switch is. I actually wear it on my wrist sometimes at night so I always know where it is located.

Sharon@africadreamsafaris.com
www.thelionlady.com

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