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Soul of East Africa Safaris (Uhuru Travel)
- Located In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Member Of:
- TATO, ZATO & ZATI
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Mid-range & luxury)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Alberto | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Tanzania, super Uhuru!
We made a great choice when we selected Uhuru Travel for our Safari in SELOU Reserve. Mr Abdallah was super till the beginning, really easy communication, fast and immediate answers to all doubts and requests. Everything was perfect, starting from our arrival in Dar Es Salaam, Abdallah and Uhuru staff take care of us for all logistics. Thanks to that our experience (with 2 children) was safe and perfect. We recommend SELOU Reserve because its a great place to live the real wildlife, it's a game reserve and not a National Park and thanks to this you can better enjoy the Safari. We made a 3dys Safari with Game Safari + boat Safari + walking. We enjoyed alot all 3 types! Thanks again to Abdallah for this experience and hope to come back again in wonderfull Tanzania. Hakuna Matata!
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Email Casey | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent 3-day safari experience in a picturesque jeep for us four
There's a lot of competition when looking for safaris, but Uhuru stood out with their pricing, itinerary, details, and accommodations. We loved every second of our safari to Mikumi National Park and were so glad that Uhuru helped us. They were responsive through email and coordination on the day of our pickup. The jeep was perfect for the four of us, spacious and all to ourselves, with water provided and lunches during the day. Our driver was great and very knowledgeable. When we came upon the lions on the third day he let us spend as much time as we wanted watching them. We saw so many animals, four out of the big five, even a leopard and lions with 6 cubs! This park was great for a quick safari from Dar es Salaam and transportation was provided in each direction. With traffic the trip was more like 7 hours, rather than 3-4 as originally stated, but we were comfortable and watched the villages pass by. They suggested we stay at Stanley's Kopje, which was absolutely amazing with views of a watering hole and truly embedded in the park. I would gladly recommend Uhuru to anyone looking to safari! Thanks to the team and our driver, Endrick! I can't wait to go on another safari.
Good value for money but chaotic communication
I booked a 7 day Safari to Tanzania.
Presales communication was promptly.
We agreed on travel plan.
Pickup was waiting for me at the airport.
That’s where the communication broke down. The original plan was changed with the night before notifying me that I have to be ready for travel instead of a day later.
Safari driver seems very inexperienced especially when compared to the second one when I changed cars half way through.
I had to talk to the driver to get the last 2 days rearranged since his itinerary didn’t match up with the trips I booked.
Eventually I covered all spots I wanted to go to but my 3rd and last driver didn’t even know I had to be dropped off in a Arusha again.
I also have to contact multiple people to get the drop off at the airport arranged which was part of the package.
The office in Arusha doesn’t exist (shown on their webpage). Another travel agency on that road never heard of them. It is a single person without office who is in Arusha.
Summary:
Price was good. At the end we covered every location. The driver can be a hit and miss.
Once you paid the communication becomes difficult.
Be ready to be proactive and check everything at least once yourself.
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Email Katrien | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari!
Our safari with Uhuru travels was great! We had a super guide/driver and saw a lot of animals; big four and more! Communication with Margaret was quick and easy. The campsites were nice, it's an exciting experience to sleep surrounded by animals (even though the matrasses were not very comfortabel- but it was a budget
camping safari, so expected). When we had an issue with our itinerary, that was dealt with fast and good. We would definitely recommend Uhuru travels!
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Email Michael S | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing safari and experience
From the beginning this company was very helpful and the communication was quick. Thanks to Margaret for helping me throughout the trip. The jeep was comfortable and reliable, guide was knowledge, and I saw some unforgettable animals. The food was great and camping in the parks was an experience I'll never forget. Would love to come back again!
PL
Email Patryk | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 4 days safari for a reasonable price
We had 4 days Safari (Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro crater). The safari was very good organized, our guide picked us up from the hotel and then drove us to it. We had 3 tasty meals per day freshly cooked by chef who was driving with us. Our guide named China was very professional and positive person. With great pleasure he told us about every animal we met. Our group counted 6 person and everyone in the car had a comfortable place for themselves. Whole equipment like tents or sleeping bags was provided by Uhuru. To sum up, I can recommend everyone having safari with Uhuru Travel - great experience for a reasonable price :)
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Email Stefania | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Big Dove - 4 days in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro
A fascinating esperienze made possibile by Margaret's impeccabile organization, very attentive and willing to respond to pur nerd and doubt. Very kind even Mr Godwin, representive of the agency in Arusha, cane ti best ad in hotel before the tour and ti welcome US After safari. Thank ti the Expert guide We could see manu Animals. Food Wa Aldo abundant.Good valute for Money.
Email John | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A great Safari marred by a VERY poor quality vehicles - no satisfaction in getting replacements
Uhuru Travel regarding the vehicles provided for our recent safari with that company.
The vehicles advertised by Uhuru Travel were not provided and very inferior old vehicles were used despite our requests for replacements. We expected a vehicle similar to that in the pictures sent to us in an email but were transported in the sub-standard vehicles.
Apart from the age of the vehicle (manufactured in 1999, hence 20 years old), it had many unsafe features, namely:-
1. We were unable to open the one passenger door from inside the cabin - see pic 4 - jammed up against the seat and difficult to use
2. The seatbelts were difficult to attach and impossible to tighten
3. There was no left-hand rearview mirror - see pic 9
4. The seals were in a poor state
5. The bull-bar was dragging and had to be tied up - see pic 10
6. The seats were extremely uncomfortable - the backs were leaning uncomfortably too far whilst the seats all sloped making for a VERY uncomfortable ride
7. There was only one panic handle with considering the uneven and very bumpy roads further exacerbated the uncomfortable ride
8. The driver had to push up and down his window which was unsafe
9. Limited visibility through the windows
Finally, we paid extra for an upgrade of a vehicle which was not forthcoming.
We were given several promises to replace the vehicle with a better version followed by a number of excuses as to why we had to wait another day for one to be sent. No replacement vehicle was provided. Quote from a director "You don't need a Ferrari for a Safari".
We feel that this company has not been honest with us and has made what should have been a holiday to remember with pleasure and amazement to one of disappointment. We also feel that they have let you (Safari Booking Company) down. We can hardly recommend you or them as reliable sources for safaris in the future.
You may have noted our comments regarding our safari experience on TripAdvisor. I hope the above confirms our poor rating as being far from unfair.
Email Sandra Green | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Did not deliver on promises despite our constant concerns
We have just returned from a safari in Kenya and Tanzania. The accommodation was as expected as we checked the lodges online prior to booking to check the level. However the vehicles in both countries weren’t even road/safety worthy and did not look like the picture we received from Abdallah, the owner, prior to booking. To add insult to injury, we paid extra to ensure we had a comfortable vehicle. In both countries we had by far the worst vehicle seen anywhere. One was over 20 years old with lots of safety and comfort issues. When we complained we were told lies after lies and were strung along. Eventually they said all they’re required to do is give us a vehicle that works! I would strongly suggest you do not deal with this company as they’re not trustworthy.
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Email Petra | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour was just a great experience.
We had the best guide, you ever could imagine. so we had a great time and saw a lot of wonderful animals and scenery.
The campsite was also very nice.