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Family Vacations

August 7, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

We are a family of five adventurous world travelers seeking to experience the beauty of nature, explore the achievements of mankind and experience different cultures. Our family adventures include climbing Machu Pichhu, scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef, sailing the Galapagos, hiking Petra and sailing the Greek islands just to name a few. However, our recent African Dream Safaris Serengeti experience brought our travel experience to a whole new level and every day of our safari exceeded expectations.

New Video – The Stanley Luxury Lodge Experience

August 6, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

At Africa Dream Safaris, we call our luxury safari experience, ‘The Stanley Experience’. Luxury epitomized, the lodges in our Stanley portfolio embody the absolute best from ultra-exclusive hotels to jaw-dropping tented lodges. Whether you’re celebrating a special anniversary, retirement or milestone birthday, these ultra luxurious lodges will fulfill your wildest dreams! Journey with us to Tanzania in our latest video below showcasing the Stanley Experience. Please make sure to click on the expand to full screen icon.

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Three Safaris, Three Dreams Come True!

July 7, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

After our 3rd ADS safari, we would like to say “three safaris, three dreams come true”, but it just wouldn’t be accurate. In our wildest imaginations, we never dreamed of going on 3 safaris! Thankfully, ADS helped elevate our dreams to a higher standard through treasured, awe filled memories — each unique and new.

Awesome and Eye-opening Trip!

Family Vacations

July 7, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

Ours was a small extended-family group, me (66), my daughter (32), and two of my sisters (60, 58). ADS was thorough, flexible, and accommodating in working through the myriad details of planning the trip. Upon arriving in-country, ADS staff were very helpful and courteous while also ensuring that key transitions were trouble-free, e.g., arrival and processing at Kilimanjaro, drive to Arusha, departure on small plane from Arusha to the Serengeti, and eventual departure from Kilimanjaro at the end.

April, Maryland

Not Just the Animals: How My Safari Taught Me the Power of People and Patience

July 5, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

When researching initial safari companies, I discovered early that there was a profound difference among ADS and other companies. I received many auto-generated responses during my requests for information, when what I really needed was to speak to someone about the questions I had about booking a safari as a solo traveler. And when I did get a person on the phone, I heard lots of “you can see that on online” or “check the website for information.”

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Massachusetts, May

Patience…Patience…Patience

AFRICAN WILDLIFE

June 7, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

As we have learned through 6 safaris with Africa Dream Safaris, the operative word to ensure a very successful and exciting adventure, is Patience. Some people would call what we observed as lucky, but I like to refer to luck as: when planning meets opportunity. This, combined with our patience to observe a single animal for hours at a time led to some very unique and rewarding experiences.

I Am Ready To Go Again!

May 20, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

I wanted to express how appreciate I am, and others I am sure, for all of the time and consideration given to our group, especially since it was extended to us because of Covid. That in itself speaks volumes about the quality and commitment of Africa Dream Safaris.

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The Animals Were Everywhere, All The Time!

May 12, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

Our safari in April of 2023 was a long time coming. We started the process of booking with Africa Dream Safaris in 2019. We had almost booked it when Covid hit and a divorce of a husband who was also going to accompany us occurred. Dawn Anderson, our ADS booking agent, was extremely accommodating and we picked back up our plans in late 2022. After a lot of back and forth we finally got our dream safari booked for April 2023.

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April, California

Our Guide Was The Best Combination Of Knowledge, Skills And Affability!

April 20, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

On arrival in Kilimanjaro airport, we were met by escorts and facilitated through customs. I think I may have sent some worrisome signals about what ADS was getting into with us when one of my first acts was tripping over a step and doing a total face plant in the reception area. All around hurried to my rescue and fortunately the only damage was to my dignity!

California, March

The Best Check Mark Off Our Retirement List!

March 21, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

Our African safari was the best mistake of a lifetime. We were planning on going in February of 2024, but our information arrived with a 2023 itinerary. One look and we were hooked. Dawn our safari planner got a call the next day and our plans were becoming a reality. Dawn helped us with every detail, answered all questions and helped with all the paperwork.

March, Minnesota

We Had An Adventure Of A Lifetime!

March 14, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

My wife and I always like to see animals be it the Grizzly bears catching Salmon in Alaska, the Polar bears of Churchill or the local animals of Minnesota. So going to see the animals of Africa was an adventure I wanted to do. It was great to do it with my wife Pam, my cousin Bruce and his wife Lori!

January, Minnesota

We Had Lion Sightings For Ten Consecutive Days!

February 15, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

Don’t wait for the perfect time for your safari. Pick a time that works and GO. Our trip was timed for mid to late January, so the weather was perfect, and we even experienced the early stage of the wildebeest birthing season.

This MUST Be At The Top Of Your Bucket List!

Family Vacations

January 16, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

Africa Dream Safaris exceeded our expectations beyond our imagination! From the moment we arrived in Kilimanjaro to our last, heartfelt goodbyes, ADS provided the best planned adventure we have ever been a part of. Your wonderful staff and selected accommodations made any anxiety about being on “safari” melt away from day one.

California, December

Perched On The Rim Of The Ngorongoro Crater by Suzanne Doucette

PLACES TO EXPLORE

January 3, 2023March 6, 2024 by Michael

Africa Dream Safaris gave us the trip of a lifetime. We journaled every day of our journey. What follows is the description of our arrival at the Ngorongoro Crater Lodge as well as photos highlighting our time in Tanzania. In the words of Hemingway, “If I have ever seen magic, it is in Africa.”

Perfection!

January 2, 2023January 11, 2025 by Michael

First, I would like to thank Dawn Anderson and the team at ADS for their attentiveness to all our needs and the special things they did to make our safari a DREAM COME TRUE! From booking the trip to the moment we stepped off the plane in Kilimanjaro and were whisked away to the private VIP lounge for visa and passport processing, every aspect of our trip was PERFECTION.

Aug, August, New Hampshire