Africa Safari Selous Nyerere National Park ★★★★

"As with all experiences when visiting Tanzania, it’s the people who make it the most memorable. So, our stay for a few days over Christmas at the Africa Safari Selous Camping lodge was no exception. The staff are friendly, welcoming and always helpful but my review is about the standard of accommodation at the lodge… My wife and I lived in TZ for more than 7 years, leaving 15 years ago. So a revisit with our daughter for a Christmas safari was something we were really excited about. No longer enjoying the discounted residents’ rates, we plumbed for the above lodge which is located just outside the park, as this is cheaper than staying within the park itself. Confusingly the lodge/ camp bares the same name as a few others, but this is the one around Kizwangwiza(sp?) and near the airstrip. My biggest gripe about this place is how really overpriced it is. The rooms, in mud hut styled bandas, are at best average. They are kept tidy by the maids, but there’s no hiding the fact that they are tired and grungy at best: holed mosquito nets, termite dust on the bed linen day and night, rock hard mattresses and holes in the ceiling and doors. The latter would be fine but for the fact that we saw 2 snakes on the path towards our accommodation one night, reminding us how easy they’d be able to enter the rooms. But far more frustrating are the power cuts - I’d have thought that the camp would’ve got itself a large enough generator by now, to deal with the endless BS of Tanesco (TZ electricity) power cuts! So, if you’re needing to charge cameras, phones, watches, etc. it’ll be hit and miss. And when the power is off the water pumps of course operate at a trickle. Also, getting the internet is only at the bar/ reception areas, and they are a walk from your accommodation ."

Selous Kinga Lodge ★★★★

"Selous Kinga Lodge… a big thank you for all the services you provided us during our 4-day stay with you. Everything was amazing! Food that I will remember for a very long time, in one word, delicacy. The staff always smiling and helpful. The manager Justin is an amazing person, he always tried to make our stay even more enjoyable, although I think it couldn't have been better. He had a huge smile on his face every day and his good mood was simply contagious. We were given a "secluded" cabin where we had privacy and a perfect view. The highlight was when a few hours after accommodation we could see elephants from our terrace about 30 meters away from us. It was an amazing experience. Monkeys were everywhere, they were harmless but very curious. Kinga Lodge will literally show you the jungle in the best sense of the word. Our cabin was beautiful, cozy. A small gecko visited us here and there. Every day we returned to a beautifully tidy cabin. Romantic evenings with a drink in hand and sitting by the fire with a beautiful view were priceless! We felt very comfortable there. Justin taught us various greetings, danced with us and every day after our safari we could share our experiences with him and he sincerely enjoyed it with us. We will definitely come back here again one day. Once again Asante sana Selous Kinga Lodge."

Baker & Sons Safari Company ★★★★

"We had unforgettable days at Baker & Sons Safari Company. Upon arrival we were absolutely blown away by the beauty of the place and the welcome of Moses and all the staff. All immersed in uncontaminated nature, with cute little monkeys popping up at all times. The lodge overlooks the beautiful Rufiji River crowded with hippos and crocodiles, an incredible adventure for the little ones and absolutely exciting for us adults too. The rooms are very nice, clean and well organized. Excellent meals and immensely kind and helpful staff. Graydon organized perfect days for us, from the exciting safari in the Nyerere National Park, to the walking safari with breakfast-pick nick, the boat trip on the river, the village and the smiles of lovely children... these days will remain in our hearts forever! Thanks Graydon! We can only absolutely recommend this wonderful place to anyone who wants a truly unique experience!"

Rufiji Explorers ★★★