The Safari Soles Team
Safari Soles
- Offices In:
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United Kingdom
- Size:
- 50-100 employees (Founded in 2018)
- Member Of:
- ATTA, TTB, USTOA, KPAP & TAT0
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $1,800 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Shellton Rosario | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Experience
Safari Soles exceeded all our expectations! The exceptional service begins long before arriving in Tanzania, thanks to Julieth, who was absolutely amazing at organizing our trip. Always incredibly responsive, attentive, and thoughtful, she provided all the information in a clear and organized way, making us feel confident and well taken care of from the very first contact.
During our safari, we had the privilege of having Dickson as our guide, and he was truly outstanding! His incredible knowledge of wildlife, remarkable ability to spot animals, and, above all, his dedication to providing the best possible experience made all the difference. Always patient, friendly, enthusiastic, and genuinely passionate about what he does, he turned every game drive into something special.
What truly sets Safari Soles apart is its people! From Julieth’s impeccable organization to Dickson’s exceptional guidance, everything was perfect.
We left with memories that will last a lifetime and the certainty that we couldn’t have made a better choice.
We wholeheartedly recommend Safari Soles! And if you can, make sure to ask for Dickson as your guide!
Asante sana, Julieth, Dickson, and the entire Safari Soles team! ❤️
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A Safari Soles superou todas as nossas expectativas! A excelência no atendimento começa muito antes da chegada à Tanzânia, com a Julieth, que foi simplesmente impecável na organização da viagem. Sempre extremamente ágil nas respostas, atenciosa e cuidadosa, nos enviou todas as informações de forma clara e organizada, transmitindo segurança e tranquilidade desde o primeiro contato.
Durante o safári, tivemos o privilégio de contar com o Dickson, um guia extraordinário! Seu conhecimento impressionante sobre a vida selvagem, sua habilidade para encontrar os animais e, principalmente, sua dedicação em proporcionar a melhor experiência possível fizeram toda a diferença. Sempre paciente, bem-humorado e apaixonado pelo que faz, transformou cada passeio em um momento único.
O grande diferencial da Safari Soles está nas pessoas! Da organização impecável da Julieth à condução excepcional do Dickson, tudo foi perfeito.
Voltamos com memórias para a vida inteira e a certeza de que não poderíamos ter feito escolha melhor.
Recomendamos de olhos fechados! Se puderem, peçam pelo Dickson como guia!
BR
Email Caroline | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded All Our Expectations!
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We had one of the most extraordinary experiences of our lives, and a huge part of that was thanks to Safari Soles and, especially, our incredible guide, Dickson, who was simply outstanding!
From the very beginning, everything was handled with great professionalism, organization, and attention to detail. But what truly made our safari so special was Dickson.
More than just a guide, he became a wonderful companion throughout our adventure! Extremely knowledgeable, attentive, patient, and genuinely passionate about what he does, he impressed us with his incredible understanding of wildlife, animal behavior, and nature. Every game drive turned into a fascinating learning experience, filled with interesting facts and unforgettable discoveries.
His ability to spot animals, notice details we would never have seen on our own, and position us in the best possible places for wildlife viewing was truly remarkable. It was clear how deeply he understands and respects the wildlife.
Beyond his exceptional skills, Dickson has something that makes all the difference: he genuinely cares about giving his guests the best possible experience. He went above and beyond to make every moment special, always bringing enthusiasm, kindness, dedication, and a fantastic sense of humor.
We left this adventure with memories we will cherish for a lifetime, absolutely certain that we couldn’t have chosen a better safari company or a better guide.
We wholeheartedly recommend Safari Soles, and if you have the opportunity, make sure to ask for Dickson! He turns an already incredible safari into a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Asante sana, Dickson and the entire Safari Soles team! ❤️
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Vivemos uma das experiências mais extraordinárias das nossas vidas, e grande parte disso se deve à Safari Soles e, especialmente, ao nosso guia, Dickson, que foi simplesmente excepcional!
Desde o início, tudo foi conduzido com muito profissionalismo, organização e atenção aos detalhes. Mas o que realmente tornou nosso safári tão especial foi o Dickson.
Muito mais do que um guia, ele foi um verdadeiro companheiro de aventura! Extremamente experiente, atencioso, paciente e apaixonado pelo que faz, demonstrou um conhecimento impressionante sobre os animais, seus comportamentos e a natureza. Cada passeio se transformava em uma verdadeira aula, repleta de curiosidades e descobertas fascinantes.
Sua habilidade para encontrar os animais, perceber detalhes que jamais notaríamos sozinhos e nos posicionar nos melhores lugares para observá-los foi surpreendente. Ficou evidente o quanto ele conhece e respeita a vida selvagem.
Além de toda a competência, Dickson tem algo que faz toda a diferença: ele se importa genuinamente com a experiência de seus visitantes. Não mediu esforços para tornar cada momento especial, sempre com bom humor, dedicação e uma energia maravilhosa.
Voltamos dessa aventura com memórias que levaremos para o resto da vida e com a certeza de que não poderíamos ter escolhido uma empresa e um guia melhores.
Recomendamos a Safari Soles de olhos fechados e, se puderem escolher, peçam pelo Dickson! Ele transforma um safári incrível em uma experiência absolutamente inesquecível.
CA
Email Michael | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service and amazing safari with superb guide
Went on 7 days solo safari to Tarangire, Northern and Central Serengeti plus Ngorongoro crater. This was my first safari and my first trip to Africa.
My contact person at Safari Soles was Eva who helped with the planning and gave incredible advice when I asked. Any correspondence was always clear and quick, and she took care of any questions or concerns I had and made sure I had all the information needed well in advance of my trip..
I could not rate the accomodation higher, especially the Gran Melia hotel in Arusha and the Escarpment Luxury Lodge, where they upgraded me to a luxury lodge which had amazing view over Lake Manyara and which had a private swimming pool.
The guide I had was Hussein who was incredible. He was very friendly and his driving was superb, especially over the bumpy rough roads. His knowledge of all the areas and his ability to spot animals was uncanny. Hussein really made the trip an unforgettable experience.
The amount of animals I saw blew my mind, I saw all the Big Five and so much more - loved taking a later afternoon drive by Mara river where we saw loads of crocodiles, not to mention hippos.
In addition, I took a hot air balloon trip over central Serengeti which was fabulous. This was my first time on balloon ride but the experience was unforgettable. We flew just over tree tops where we saw many animals , would highly recommend anyone to take this.
Finally, I would happily recommend Safari Soles to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania. In addition I would especially recommend asking for Hussein as your guide - a knowledgeable guide can make all the difference!
Email Sydney | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible animal encounters, easy planning, kind and knowledgable staff
My husband and I spent 9 days on a private safari in Tarangire National Park, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. We also traveled to Lake Natron.
The safari was easy to set up, and the representative I worked with Theresia, was knowledgable and helpful with all of my requests and changes for the custom tour.
While on safari, we had an incredible tour guide Fadhil, who was extremely knowledgable about the animals we saw and their behavior, leading to us witnessing many more animals than we ever anticipated and experiencing some really neat and close up animal encounters.
All of our accommodations were as expected or better, and the food was also plentiful and good.
I would highly recommend anyone interested in a safari to book with Safari Soles and hopefully, you will be so lucky to have Fadhil as your guide. He went above and beyond for us, even finding us adequate footwear when we were underprepared.
Hopefully, one day we will be able to return to experience even more of what Tanzania has to offer.
DE
Email Carina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience, great guide: Mandela
For our first safari in Tanzania, we compared many operators. For us, it was important to have great service, an individually planned route with self-selected lodges, and especially a locally owned company with good working conditions and responsible tourism. Safari Soles ticked all those boxes, and we are very happy we chose them.
Janeth was extremely helpful and quick to respond during the planning.
We had a slightly bumpy start: my luggage was left behind in Zurich, and Janeth was very helpful in coordinating with the airports to get it to us.
Then we met Mandela as our safari driver.
He was exactly the kind of safari guide we could have wished for. He is incredibly knowledgeable, passionate about what he does and at the same time very relaxed. He always gave us exactly the right amount of information: enough to really understand what we were seeing, but never too much to still give time to enjoy the moments . Whenever we had questions, he answered them with so much passion that you could tell he genuinely loves his job.
What made him especially great for us was that we could also talk about everything else. You spend basically the entire day with your guide, from early morning until dinner, so having someone you genuinely enjoy spending time with makes such a difference. We talked about Tanzania, travel, life and so many other things, and he completely matched our vibe.
He also knows the parks extremely well. He would sometimes adjust the route spontaneously to avoid the crowds, and several times we had beautiful lunch spots completely to ourselves instead of being surrounded by dozens of safari cars. Those little decisions made the safari feel much more personal and special.
He took care of everything, so we could simply relax and enjoy the experience. And when my luggage was finally flown into the Serengeti, he went above and beyond again: he coordinated with Janeth and the airport staff and even came with us to collect it.
Thank you so much, Mandela! If you are booking a safari with Safari Soles, definitely ask for Mandela as your guide if he is available. We genuinely could not have wished for a better guide and I would book a safari with him again anytime!
All the lodges and stops on our itinerary were great. The only activity we would recommend skipping is the Maasai village. We felt uncomfortable with the strong pressure to buy and donate, and the school visit felt very staged. We respect the culture, but this experience simply did not feel right to us. We shared more details in our review of the village itself, but would recommend Safari Soles to let guests opt out of this activity.
Overall, a fantastic safari experience, especially thanks to Mandela. We would absolutely choose Safari Soles again!
Email Thy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent 6 day Safari
We just wrapped up an incredible 6-day safari tour in Kenya with Safari Soles, and it truly exceeded all our expectations!
From the very beginning, the organization was seamless. Our trip planner, Ruth, was incredibly communicative, attentive, and quick to answer every single question we had leading up to the trip. She even took the time to personally meet us at our hotel on the first day before we headed out, which was a wonderfully thoughtful touch that set the tone for the entire journey.
Our guide, Sam, was outstanding. He is extraordinarily knowledgeable about Kenya’s wildlife and ecosystem, and his tracking skills are next-level. What we appreciated most was his unique approach: he avoided the crowds of other safari vehicles, allowing us to enjoy private, authentic sightings. He was always respectful of the wildlife, maintaining a safe and responsible distance while still giving us incredible views. He is extraordinarily knowledgeable about all the animals, and we learned so many fascinating details about each species we encountered along the way Beyond his expertise, Sam is just a genuine, kind person, he even stopped to assist a few another safari guides, one who had a flat tire, and another who was stuck on a trail demonstrating the true spirit of hospitality.
To top it all off, we were pleasantly surprised with an unexpected upgrade to a luxury lodge during our trip, which made the experience feel all the more special and relaxing after full days of game drives.
If you’re planning a safari in Kenya, I cannot recommend Ruth, Sam, and the Safari Soles team enough. Flawless communication, great wildlife guiding, and unmatched hospitality from start to finish!
Email Cathy McNally | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Magical Honeymoon Safari — Thank You, Chediel and Safari Soles!
Our honeymoon safari in Tanzania was nothing short of magical, and so much of that was thanks to our extraordinary guide, Chediel Simon.
From the very beginning, every detail of our journey was thoughtfully tailored to us. Chediel went far beyond what anyone could expect of a safari guide. He wasn’t simply our guide; he became a friend. His warmth, kindness, attentiveness, and genuine desire to make our honeymoon special made an already extraordinary experience truly unforgettable.
From the breathtaking Serengeti to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, every day was filled with adventure, beauty, laughter, and wonderful surprises. Chediel’s knowledge, enthusiasm, and personal attention made every moment even more meaningful. Nothing ever felt routine or impersonal. We genuinely felt cared for throughout our journey.
There are countless safari companies to choose from, but when it comes to personalized attention, genuine warmth, and exceptional care, Safari Soles is in a league of its own. They understand that a truly memorable safari is not simply about the places you visit or the animals you see, but about how the entire experience makes you feel.
We arrived in Tanzania as newlyweds looking forward to an adventure of a lifetime. We left with beautiful memories, full hearts, and a wonderful new friend in Chediel.
Thank you, Chediel, for making our honeymoon so incredibly special. You gave us memories we will cherish forever.
We cannot recommend Safari Soles highly enough!
FI
Email Kaisa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent five-day safari with Safari Soles!
Safari Soles are true professionals! We went on a five-day safari to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro, and everything went smoothly from start to finish. Everything was well organised, on schedule and stress-free. The experience exceeded our expectations!
Our contact person, Jamal, was professional, responsive and helpful throughout the planning process. Communication was always clear and quick, and he took care of all our wishes and made sure we had all the information we needed well in advance.
Our guide and driver, Abdul, was excellent! He was friendly, polite, always on time and very knowledgeable. His driving was safe and reliable, even on the rough safari roads. He knew the animals and their behaviour extremely well and had an incredible eye for spotting wildlife. Thanks to his expertise, we managed to see all of the Big Five and countless other animals. He really helped make the safari a memorable experience.
We also took a day trip with another company during our stay in Tanzania, and based on our experiences, we would choose Safari Soles every time. We would happily recommend them to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania. And if you have the chance, we would especially recommend asking for Abdul as your guide - a knowledgeable guide can make all the difference!
Email Mandy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great week’s safari
We had an amazing week in safari.
A late start on the first day due to traffic but once we got going it was all good. Kristian looked after us very well seeking out the animals we were keen to see. Accommodation was good too
Email Jamie | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience seeing all the wildlife we hoped to and much more
We had an amazing experience, our guide Christian was great and managed to find all the wildlife we wanted to see and more. Safari Soles were easy to communicate with throughout the booking process and before the trip. The jeep was comfortable, and the accommodation was great. All the parks we visited were great although the Serengeti was the best. There were a couple of small issues - the guide was late on the first day due to traffic in Arusha and an issue with our planned accommodation in the Serengeti (apparently it was fully booked) when we got there was resolved quickly and we stayed in a nearby place that was of a higher standard. Neither of these issues impacted the trip.
