GUESTS & EXPERIENCE TALES

*We travelled to Tanzania in 2014 and 2015 with Yao safaris and we had a great time saw many outstanding places such as the Ngorongoro crater mighty Serengeti the migration stayed in great places , the farmhouse  Karatu ,lake manyara and lobo each with their own unique experience to offer 

Food was incredible we learned so much about Africa and its people an experience not to be missed.everything with Yao safaris went off without a hitch and he is great company also,
Highly recommend if you haven’t been you owe it to yourself

- Ann Phelan,  

Kilkenny Ireland  - safari holidays africa

*March 2025

Unforgettable Safari & Kili Trip with Yao!

My friends and I recently returned from our 8-day safari and 6-day Kilimanjaro adventure with Yao Tanzania Safaris. Both parts were fantastic,and the safari truly stood out thanks to our guide, Yao himself.

Yao's expertise is simply phenomenal. His ability to spot wildlife is uncanny – he'd point out animals kilometers away that we would have completely missed! He seems to have an internal map of these national parks, likely honed from his previous experience as a ranger there. His knowledge is encyclopedic; he could answer every single question we threw at him, whether it was about animal behavior, local culture, Tanzanian history, or plant life. If we encountered an animal we didn't recognize, he wouldn't just identify it; he'd immediately tell us which page it was on in the guidebook conveniently provided in his Land Cruiser! 

He's also a brilliant storyteller, ensuring that even the drives between sightings were engaging and never dull.

Beyond the guiding, Yao has a real talent for logistics. We were consistently impressed with the accommodation he booked for us. He managed to find lodges and camps that were not only perfectly located but were often surprisingly new and comfortable, all while adhering to our budget. Additionally, Yao went out of his way to arrange several special and authentic local meals for us, which greatly enhanced our overall experience. This kind of thoughtful, personalized service is something I believe sets him apart from many other agents.

If you want a guide who is deeply knowledgeable, passionate, has eagle eyes, tells funny stories, and genuinely maximizes your adventure, Yao is your guy. We couldn't recommend Yao Tanzania Safaris more! Just contact him, share your expectations, and he will not disappoint you.

Hongfei Liu, China

*Beyond the safari, he introduced us to local communities, delicious Tanzanian cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes. His passion for their country and dedication to providing top-notch service truly made our trip unforgettable.

If you’re planning a visit to Tanzania, I highly recommend Yao!His expertise, warmth, and enthusiasm will make your adventure even more memorable!

- JiaJia 

Los Angel USA

*On our previous visits not only did we return to the village to say Jambo (hello) to all we saw there but we certainly had wonderful safari drives early in the morning, afternoon or all day long. Seeing the natural animals roaming is so beautiful, camping under the stars & hearing the lion roar is a never forgotten experience I highly recommend the hotels, lodges & food in Tanzania is unique.

We are so looking forward to our next trip to Tanzania in the coming months.  Without meeting Yao, we would never have known or seen the number of off-track areas of Tanzania seeing Yao's experience as a tour guide, I cannot recommend anyone who you can find better for your Safari trip.

Book your awesome experience soon folks a definite 10* from us

Asante sana Yao

Richard

Graiguenamanagh Ireland

*In 2014 my husband friends plus I went for a safari to Tanzania.  Our trip was booked through a travel agency in Ireland.  On arrival we were met at the Kilimanjaro airport by our  tour/safari guide Yao.

What an experience we had, taking in the Ngorongoro Crater watching the beginning of a migration which was awesome seeing so many wild animals so close to us roaming  also the drives in the Serengeti were breathtaking and the other views we took in were so fantastic, my husband & I have returned three more times.  Thanks to Yao we both got to see & do so much more especially see a true Tanzanian village life in the Simanjiro region.

Without Yao taking us & showing us this living culture which has so changed our feelings we have become so close to the village chief & villagers. The villagers are so talented as are the children but unfortunately in ways they are not recognized.

On seeing what we saw in 2017 we began doing some fundraising to help the villagers slightly improve their living circumstances plus help the children's educational needs.  Our fundraising from home has helped get much needed schoolbooks, pencils, blackboards, chalk and many more items for the trenchers to educate the village children.  We also helped during the year 2020 when the Covid hit so badly a small but very helpful little dispensary was built from the funding we raised to help the very unwell as much as possible.

2023 was our last visit to date which was very emotional to us both as we raised funding to get a drilled water well for the  Simanjiro village.  It was wonderful to see the clean water for all to drink with no more fears of catching anything from where the wild animals too previously drank from.  To see the villagers now sowing crops & selling some to improve their lives is incredible.

Bridget 

Kilkenny Ireland

*Yao is an exceptional guide, highly professional and deeply committed to providing a complete and unforgettable experience. His kindness,radiant smile, and extensive knowledge turned our safari into a truly unique adventure. Thanks to him, every moment was filled with magic and discovery. 

We highly recommend Yao.

We really hope we can go back in Tanzania to share new way to discover this country with Yao.

Aurélien and Gilda 

France

*Beyond the safari, he introduced us to local communities, delicious Tanzanian cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes. His passion for their country and dedication to providing top-notch service truly made our trip unforgettable.

If you’re planning a visit to Tanzania, I highly recommend Yao!His expertise, warmth, and enthusiasm will make your adventure even more memorable!

- JiaJia 

Los Angel USA

*Excellent Yao for an Unforgettable Experience in Tanzania!

We had an amazing experience exploring Tanzania, thanks to our outstanding guide Yao! From the moment we arrived, he was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. He was deep understanding of the local culture, history, and wildlife made every moment of our trip special.

Yao ensured that we had the best safari experience, spotting the Big Five and sharing fascinating insights about the animals and their habitats. He was also very attentive to our needs, making sure we were comfortable and safe throughout the journey.

- Lan , 

Los Angel USA

TRAVEL MAKES THE EARTH A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE

超赞的野生动物与乞力马扎罗之行——强推姚师傅（YAO）

我和朋友们最近刚结束了姚坦桑尼亚旅行社（Yao Tanzania Safaris）安排的8天国家公园看野生动物（Safari）和6天乞力马扎罗徒步，令人印象深刻，这都得益于我们的向导——姚师傅本人。

姚师傅的专业能力简直太牛了！他找动物很厉害，好几次我们毫无察觉或者拿着望远镜瞎忙活，他却用肉眼指出好几公里外的动物。他好像脑子里有张活地图，对这些国家公园的地形和动物秘密据点了如指掌，这大概因为他以前当过巡林员。和他聊天像查百科全书，每次随便问点什么，动物习性、当地风土人情、坦桑尼亚历史还是花花草草，他都能对答如流。有意思的是，每当我们看到不认识的动物，他不仅能马上认出来，还会立刻说出这个动物是在他陆地巡洋舰上给客人准备的动物图鉴的第几页！而且他还挺会讲故事，路上的时间也不会无聊。

除了当向导，姚师傅在行程安排和后勤方面也特别有办法。他给我们订的住宿，每次都有点小惊喜。无论酒店，小木屋还是帐篷酒店，不仅位置很好，还常常挺新的，关键是价格也不会很贵。不仅如此，姚师傅还费心为我们安排了好几顿特别地道的当地特色餐，让我们的体验感直接拉满。我觉得，这种贴心周到的个性化服务，真不是每个旅行社都能做到或者愿意做的。

如果你想找一个知识渊博、热情满满、鹰的眼睛、能说会道，能让人不虚此行的向导，找姚师傅准没错！我们强烈推荐姚坦桑尼亚旅行社！尽管联系他，告诉他你的想法，绝对不会让你失望的。

刘鸿飞，中国