Nasibu: Our Guide Who Gave Us the Safari of a Lifetime (and Felt Like Family)
Our guide, Nasibu, was so much more than we ever expected or even realized a guide could be—just incredible. He went above and beyond in thoughtful, personal ways to make our trip not only special, but also comfortable and perfectly suited to us.
Nasibu is kind, smart, and genuinely funny. His depth of knowledge about the wildlife, landscapes, people, and history of Tanzania truly enriched our experience. He knew the names and behaviors of every animal we encountered and shared interesting facts and stories that made each sighting more meaningful.
But what really blew us away was his ability to spot wildlife. It bordered on unbelievable. We’re still not sure how he managed to see lions camouflaged in tall grass and much more. His eye for movement, shape, and color was something we came to rely on—and marvel at. He didn’t just spot animals; he anticipated them based on various factors. He knew where to look, when to pause, and how to position the vehicle so we had the best viewing experience, often with no other safari vehicles in sight.
His experience in the parks really showed. Even in the vast, seemingly endless Serengeti, he always knew exactly where we were and how to navigate the terrain. We felt completely safe with him, whether on well-worn tracks or venturing through bush and brush in search of something special.
One of the biggest surprises of a safari is how much time you spend with your guide. With Nasibu, that time became a highlight in itself. We laughed, learned, and shared unforgettable moments—and by the end, it truly felt like we were traveling with family. It was hard to say goodbye.
“My overall experience with Access 2 Tanzania was excellent. Karen was great from the start until the end of the safari trip. She was prompt in responding to all emails and phone calls. She was able to answer every question we had and was very knowledgeable of all aspects of the trip. The itinerary of the safari was planned perfectly around everything that we wanted to see and do. In addition, I cannot say enough good things about our guide, Noel. Noel was also very knowledgeable of all of the wildlife and navigating the areas of the safari that we went on. He was also a pleasure to be around for the entire week and made us feel very comfortable with everything, including checking in with the lodges, the hot air balloon, and our flight out of the Serengeti. Noel made it a point to make us happy and satisfied with all aspects of the safari. I would absolutely recommend anyone taking a trip to Tanzania to use Access 2 Tanzania and to also specifically request Noel as their guide!”