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Stop Wasting Time & Ending Up With The Wrong Safari Company

  • Are you tired of spending countless hours researching dozens of different tour companies?
  • Fretting about how to tell if a tour company is trustworthy or not?
  • Fed up with reading fake online reviews and wish there was a way to just see genuine experiences?

I understand that planning your dream safari can be overwhelming and exhausting at times. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

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Safari Planning Made Easy

Safari planning made easy: 1) Share your dream safari ideas in under a minute. 2) Receive no-obligation quotes from hand-picked local tour operators within 48 hours. 3) Tweak the itinerary with your favourite operator. 4) Book your safari.
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    Spend under 1 minute providing ideas and desires for your dream safari

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    Receive no-obligation quotes from our hand-picked, trusted local tour operators in under 48 hours

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    Work alongside your favourite local tour operator to tweak your itinerary until it’s perfect

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    Book your safari of a lifetime

Safaris That Will Have You Raving Just Like Our Recent Customers

A Dream Safari from Start to Finish

July 22, 2026

After my wife discovered Ella on YouTube and spent months researching, she reached out to her for guidance—and we are so glad she did. Ella was fantastic from the very beginning. She recommended three companies she personally trusts, and we chose one of them: Wild for Game. It turned out to be the best decision we’ve ever made.

Our 15‑night Northern Safari through Botswana, ending at Victoria Falls, was nothing short of extraordinary. We added two nights in Maun before the safari and an extra night at Bayete Guest Lodge in Victoria Falls, which made the experience even more memorable. Every moment felt like a once‑in‑a‑lifetime experience.

Throughout the entire process, Ella was incredibly supportive—always quick to answer our questions, offer advice, and share her expertise. She made planning effortless and the whole journey completely stress‑free. Her help didn’t just guide us; it elevated the entire adventure. We couldn’t recommend her more highly.

A bit about Wild for Game, private tour(just me and the wife): Lucas met us at our hotel and introduced us to our guide, Marks—without doubt the most experienced guide we could ever have hoped for. His tracking skills were unbelievable; he seemed to know what the animals were thinking before they did. Staying in tents right in the heart of the reserves gave us a huge advantage. We were already out in the bush at first light, often reaching sightings long before lodge guests arrived, giving us front‑row views of wildlife in its purest form.

The rest of the Wild for Game team was just as exceptional. Every meal and snack was cooked fresh over an open fire—true 5‑star bush cuisine. The care, warmth, and professionalism of the entire crew made us feel safe, welcome, and completely immersed in the experience.

This safari wasn’t just a holiday; it was a dream come true. Wild for Game delivered something truly special, and with Ella’s guidance, it became the perfect adventure from start to finish.

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Martin Earl

The Experience of a Lifetime

July 18, 2026

Just wanted to share that my family and I just came back from Kenya and as you indicated, we had an experience of our lifetime.

Native Afrika Voyages You recommended was absolute professional and they were very responsive through out the trip, including when our car broke down during our last day.

We saw all Big 5, even got chased by a rhino (kids thought it was the coolest thing) and saw majestic river crossings.

Once again, thanks for your help.

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Alex K

A Tanzanian Safari Beyond Our Expectations

July 18, 2026

I spent a long time researching safari options before our trip to Tanzania, and Safari by Ella made the whole process so much easier. Her YouTube videos were incredibly helpful for understanding what to expect, choosing the right itinerary and feeling properly prepared before we travelled. I then contacted Ella to obtain quotes, and her recommendations helped us confidently choose Safari Souls for our private safari.

The trip itself was absolutely incredible. Our itinerary included Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Olduvai Gorge, and we saw an astonishing amount in just a few days of game drives. We were lucky enough to see the Big Five, lions feeding on a fresh kill and even a serval cat, as well as countless birds and smaller animals. The landscapes were every bit as spectacular as the wildlife.

Everything ran seamlessly, from the beautiful accommodation and delicious meals to our exceptional guide, Freddy, whose knowledge, kindness and respect for the wildlife made the experience particularly special.

Thank you, Ella, for helping us navigate all the options, connecting us with Safari Souls and sharing so much useful advice through your videos. Your knowledge gave us the confidence to plan a trip that was exactly right for us, and the reality somehow exceeded everything we had imagined. We completely fell in love with Tanzania and have no doubt we’ll be back!

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Georgie Windsor

Making Safari Planning So Much Easier

July 17, 2026

Looking for local Tanzania safari companies from the UK is difficult because there are so many, not all legitimate. Safaris by Ella enabled me to narrow the search down and concentrate on those that are trusted. A very good service thanks Ella

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Rae Gregory

Serengeti Clarity provided exceptional customer service.

July 12, 2026

Serengeti Clarity provided exceptional customer service. Kagoma was very patient and responsive to all my questions and concerns about the Safari booking. Frank, the owner, also answered any additional concerns I had in a timely manner. I mentioned this was a birthday trip during our booking and was disappointed nothing was planned or acknowledged when we started our safari. However, when I reached out to Frank during the middle of my safari, he made a point to have something planned and ready when we returned back to Arusha. I appreciated that. I also liked that we had the option of paying the remaining balance in person instead of before arrival like many other tour companies. They also did not add additional fuel surcharges due to the current world events after the agreed price while I heard other companies did. Serengeti Clarity also offered the best and fair price compared to others.

Our guide Emmanuel was a very experienced, cautious and safe driver. He cleaned the car daily which was much needed due to the dusts. Emmanuel knew all the roads and turns inside the parks without getting lost which was very impressive. He was flexible and accommodating with what we wanted to see and do. He provided education on many animals and other species. Emmanuel was also on time every day for our games. We did games from early morning to late afternoon with no rush to head back to our accommodations. Emmanuel was kind, patient and reassured us that he was able to drive us to the airport for our late night departure which was very much appreciated. Emmanuel provided exceptional service!

We only had one issue which was the car. We were shown pictures of the car beforehand because it was important that we would have a comfortable car for our long journey. When we arrived to pay the balance in person, the office told us the 4×4 didn’t have AC. While the weather was not exceptionally hot, the AC would have been helpful when we needed to keep the windows closed due to the dusts, especially in Serengeti. Instead, we had to keep rolling the windows up and down to avoid dusts or to get air. Also, when we were driving through the clouds on top of the Ngorongoro crater, it was dangerous due to the windows getting foggy without the AC. The seats had no armrests so it was hard to hold on to something when most of the roads are unpaved and extremely bumpy during the games. Most of the seatbelts also did not work. The car was tough though and was able to get through the rough roads and water streams. Again, Emmanuel’s driving skills came in very handy with this car.

The car had a charging station in the front, cooler, backseat pockets, bag for garbage, radio for your music and pop up top for viewing. WiFi didn’t work at the start of our journey but we didn’t really need it because we were busy with the games. WiFi did work on our way back to Arusha.

Overall, we visited Tarangire National Park, Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater for 6 days. We saw the big 5, the ugly 5 and many other species. We also saw a kill and feedings. This was an experience we will never forget and we will definitely consider booking with Serenity Clarity again in the future. We met another couple during our hot air balloon ride who shared their negative experience about their guide and tour company and I’m glad we did not have to go through that. We would recommend Serengeti Clarity to others!

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Jenny

The Perfect Tour Operator for Our Family Safari

July 9, 2026

We are very grateful to Safari by Ella for helping us organize the start of our adventure in Kenya and Tanzania. Their recommendations for local operators were invaluable and led us to choose Serengeti Clarity with Kelvin as our guide: a choice we couldn’t have been happier with. We were traveling as a family, with a 10-year-old child, and thanks to his experience and recommendations, we had an unforgettable safari, organized by reliable and passionate people. We will cherish this trip in our memories forever.

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Marzia Motta

Get Quotes From Tour Operators You Can Trust

I only recommend local tour operators who I’ve had extremely positive experiences with myself and who always to provide fantastic safaris (and value) for their guests.

Finding the best tour operators was far from easy. It required me getting hundreds of quotes from different tour operators, comparing them on factors such as price, online reviews and their attention to detail.

I then tried and tested several tour operators and, out of all those who I went on safari with, only a small number impressed me enough for me to recommend them.

When you receive a quote from one of my tour operators, you can feel confident that you are in safe hands, knowing the tour operator was hand-selected by me.

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Conserving wildlife as well as their ecosystems and supporting local communities is the life-blood of Safaris By Ella. I’m extremely passionate about promoting sustainable tourism.

Therefore if you book your dream safari from a quote you have requested from this site, a percentage of your total booking cost will be donated to a local charity in Africa.

If you are curious to see what charities we will be supporting, stay tuned. I’ll be sharing videos of my first charity projects in the next few months!

FAQs

How does Safaris By Ella work?

When you request a quote from local tour operators via my online form I will match you up with the most suitable tour operators based on the information you’ve provided. I’ll send you a confirmation email quickly after the quote form has been submitted, letting you know which tour operators you will hear from.

Within 48 hours from submitting your initial form, you should receive quotes from my recommended tour operators. The proposals are completely customisable so you can tweak these until you have your perfect safari. Once you’re satisfied with the proposal, you will book directly with your favourite tour operator.

I will keep in touch with you throughout the entire booking process, providing tips, guidance and exclusive PDF guides, to help you have the best possible safari. You can also email me at any point with questions. I’m always more than happy to help!

Why should I book through Safaris By Ella?

There are several reasons why I believe booking with one of my recommended tour operators will give you the best safari experience.

1. My Recommended Tour Operators Have Been Tried and Tested

Finding the right tour operator for your safari is hard. Trust me, I’ve been there. There are hundreds of different operators out there, all seemingly offering the same thing on the surface. The services offered, however, can vary immensely.

From old vehicles that frequently break down to late airport pick-ups, from inexperienced guides to disorganised companies who forget to pay for park fees, there’s a lot of not-so-great companies out there.

I’ve contacted hundreds of different tour operators, comparing their proposals, prices, itineraries, online reviews, how easy they are to communicate with and much more. From there I narrowed them down to a select few who seemed promising and then went on safari with each of them. Even then, not all of them provided me with a seamless experience so I narrowed them down even further and eventually came to my recommendations.

When you get quotes through Safaris By Ella, you can feel confident that the tour operators that you’re hearing from have been tried and tested and have passed my checks.

2. I Frequently Review My Recommended Tour Operators To Ensure I’m Always Only Recommending the Best

Not only that, but I frequently review my recommended tour operators, ensuring their prices remain competitive and their reviews remain top-notch.

I also ask every customer at the end of their safari how they found the experience and even the smallest complaint is taken into account.

3. I Provide Help and Guidance Throughout Your Booking Process

I understand that booking a safari can be incredibly daunting and that’s why I’m always on hand to help you, be that answer a question or even review proposals for you to let you know my thoughts and if they require any changes.

I will also send out emails to you with tips and tricks in order to get the best out of your safari, including PDF guides and videos showing you exactly what a safari is like.

My strong relationships with all of my recommended tour operators provides an extra level of security to your booking as I have direct access to the company owners and can help to trouble-shoot in the unlikely event of an inconvenience.

Do I pay more by booking through Safaris By Ella?

No. I have an agreement with each of my recommended tour operators which promises you a best price guarantee.

This means that the price that they give you is their best price and you won’t get a better price by contacting them directly through their website.

How do you choose which tour operators to recommend?

My recommended tour operators have been carefully hand-selected to ensure I’m only recommending the very best operators. The process of finding out who was best was long and time-consuming.

The process started by contacted hundreds of different tour operators, comparing their proposals, prices, itineraries, online reviews, how easy they are to communicate with and much more.

From there I narrowed them down to a select few who seemed promising and then went on safari with each of them. Even then, not all of them provided me with a seamless experience so I narrowed them down even further and eventually came to my recommendations.

When you get quotes through Safaris By Ella, you can feel confident that the tour operators that you’re hearing from have been tried and tested and have passed my checks.

Not only that, but I frequently review my recommended tour operators, ensuring their prices remain competitive and their reviews remain top-notch.

I also ask every customer at the end of their safari how they found the experience and even the smallest complaint is taken into account.

So, not only have I had a good experience with the recommended tour operators that you’re hearing from, but dozens of customers have too.

I’d also like to add here that I get contacted multiple times a week by tour operators who wish to be part of my recommendations. However, I’m passionate about only recommending the best.

Why should I trust your recommendations?

I first set foot on the African continent over 12 years ago. Since then I have visited over 10 African countries, many of them multiple times, and been on hundreds of safaris.

I’ve used many different tour operators over the years, including international ones. For my first 3 trips to Africa I actually used international companies as I had no idea I could book local for a fraction of the price. It was on my third safari when I started talking to other guests at the lodge I was staying at when I overheard them say they’d booked directly with a local tour operator and the cost difference was staggering! And that’s when I started booking with local operators and I honestly haven’t looked back.

I made a lot of mistakes when booking my first safaris. But those mistakes taught me so much and helped me build up a wealth of experience, especially when it comes to which companies to book with.

Over the years, I’ve contacted hundreds of different tour operators, comparing their proposals, prices, itineraries, online reviews, how easy they are to communicate with and much more. From there I narrowed them down to a select few who seemed promising and then went on safari with each of them. Even then, not all of them provided me with a seamless experience so I narrowed them down even further and eventually came to my recommendations.

When you get quotes through Safaris By Ella, you can feel confident that the tour operators that you’re hearing from have been tried and tested and have passed my checks.

Not only that, but I frequently review my recommended tour operators, ensuring their prices remain competitive and their reviews remain top-notch.

I also ask every customer at the end of their safari how they found the experience and even the smallest complaint is taken into account.

So, not only have I had a good experience with the recommended tour operators that you’re hearing from, but dozens of customers have too.

How have other people found their experience with your recommended tour operators?

Feedback from customers who have booked with my recommended tour operators has been overwhelmingly positive. But don’t just take my word for it, you can read over 50 reviews here.

I ask every customer for feedback at the end of their safari and each piece of feedback I take onboard. Whilst 98% of the of feedback is 100% positive, any critical feedback I receive, no matter how small, is noted down and passed to the tour company’s owner for them to ensure it doesn’t happen again. For example, someone told me that their guide seemed tired and so I passed the feedback to the tour operator who told me they’d implement more time off for guides between safaris.

If I receive the same complaint on two occasions, I will then review the tour operator and ultimately if they don’t fix the issue, I would have to stop recommending them. That hasn’t happened yet, however! The tour operators have been extremely receptive to feedback and I’ve never received the same complaint about one of them twice as the tour operators are passionate about providing the best services possible.