Peggy Nelson, New Mexico

In 2005, a group of seven women from northern New Mexico took a trip to Tanzania, with the primary goal of climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro. We also planned a ten day camping trip into various parks within the country following the climb. Looking back on the entire experience, we all agree that the camping and tour of the parks and Tanzania's natural and human resources was the highlight of the trip. Dennis was the tour guide, and so much more. He was kind and considerate and we were all taken by hihisgh level of competence and expertise. He is a great observer of all of the life teeming around him. He was knowledgeable about all the wildlife of Tanzania - not just the iconic big cats, giraffes and elephants. We are all birdwatchers, and it was especially delightful to be taken to Lake Manyara to see the birds, both large and small. He was able to name most of the birds that were unknown to us before that time. And, if he couldn't immediately name them, he would find an answer to all our questions and assist with identification. In the midst of our travels from park to park, it came to our attention that we might be able to see and visit with the Hudzabe. Dennis was able to make a change in the schedule and accommodate our requests. It was clear that his interests went beyond wild life to all of the life around him.
It was clear to me, and to all of us, that Dennis is a special person. I don't know quite how to express how special he is. The qualities he brings to the job go beyond spotting ability and technical expertise. He has the ability to turn a vacation into the trip of a lifetime. I will recommend Dennis to anyone planning a trip to east Africa.

Peggy

Angela Shyr - Cambridge, MA

My sister & I had the opportunity of a lifetime traveling to Tanzania.  Little did we know that our experience would be even more remarkable under the guidance & direction of Dennis.  Dennis goes well beyond the call of duty.  If only every place we visited had someone like him.  Dennis has limitless energy, humor, insight and knowledge about the history, geography and Tanzania's life today.  Completely fluent in English, and I suspect talented in linguistics, he is not only an incredible communicator but a great story teller and listener.  He picks up subtleties, nuances and cultural references (since many travelers are from different areas of the world) instantly.  

He is not only the best of Tanzania and more than a tour guide, but the best of a human being - intuitive and mindful and caring of needs and questions, flexible and open to individual and/or group interest.    He is organized and savvy in relationships with other service providers such as hotels, drivers, restaurants etc. and very resourceful if a detail in the plans takes a different turn.  You know he keeps himself constantly informed and is able to somehow keep up with the world at large. Furthermore, he is responsible for your health and safety and there is no doubt in your mind that you are safe.   He does this all effortlessly while navigating and taking you on the greatest journeys throughout Tanzania.   Travel to Tanzania with Dennis at the helm is an absolute must!  

Angela

Richard Shepherd, Los Angeles, USA

In January 2007 I came to Tanzania, wanting to fulfill a long-standing dream of seeing Ngorongoro and the Serengeti.  That chance doesn't come around often, especially when you live across the world.  I count myself extremely fortunate that my guide for that chance was Dennis Lyamuya.  He made it an unforgettable trip, and was an excellent ambassador for the tour company but also for Tanzania.  Through his charity work, he later had the occasion to visit me in Los Angeles, and I was able to return the favor and play guide.  I'm determined to go back to Tanzania one day and have Dennis show me more of the sights.  I cannot praise him highly enough, as a person and as a guide. He's informative and knowledgeable, gracious, enthusiastic, perceptive, and fun.  Nobody is forcing me to say all these kind words, but it's a pleasure for me to do so.  I can genuinely say that he made the whole experience immeasurably more special, and my words don't even do justice to how.  Experience it for yourselves.  

Richard Shepherd

Terri Walsh, Berkeley, CA (USA)

I traveled to Tanzania in January 2007 with the goal of safari on the Serengeti and diving on Zanzibar.  I was excited about the trip, but unsure if I would like to be on a guided trip for 7 days in a row.  The experience surpassed my expectations. Dennis was our guide and even though it was a big group, he managed to organize each day and make our experience effortless and joyous.  Dennis was very knowledgeable about the area and the animals, totally invested in making sure we were all taken care of and having a good time, and also simply a joy to be around.
I felt safe and at ease with Dennis as our guide and had a wonderful, memorable trip.

Terri Walsh

Grace and Gerry Engen, Norman Wells, NT   

My husband and I had the great pleasure of having Dennis Lyamuya as our guide through Tanzania, Africa. He was very well spoken and extremely knowledgeable about the local wildlife and the diverse cultures that exist throughout the country. After only a few days it seemed as though we had known Dennis our entire lives and he remains a great friend to this day. Dennis also possesses a deep understanding of how the tourism industry operates and I could not recommend a better person to journey through Africa with!

Sincerely,

Grace  and Gerry Engen