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 Alessandra DM | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect safari experience!
We had a customized 7 days mid-range private safari to Tarangere NP, Ngorongoro protected area, Central Serengeti and Northern Serengeti with great migration.
All perfectly organized. Lodges were all excellent, to the upper quality level, with a special mention to the Serengeti Safari Heaven and the Safari Heaven Migration camp. The food was always very good.
But it was our guide Eli who made our experience so unique and memorable. Incredibly experienced and knowledgeable, he drove us through the parks, giving us a lot of insights and information. Always good humoured, kind and respectful of the animals, the environment and the other guests, he managed to let us meet all
of the big fives: more than 70 lions (yes, we counted them!), 3 leopards, 8 rynos, 5 cheetahs, over 50 elephants, giraffes, hippos, hundreds of buffalos, zebras, gazelles, etc and thousands of gnus… crossing the Mara river. We can only recommend him!
Email Teodora | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, very responsive, well organized tour operator, would highly recommend.
Everything was very well organised, we had a perfect honeymoon safari with Safari Soles! We were lucky to have Japhet as our safari guide - he was able to spot every animal we were interested in and he also had immense knowledge about the wildlife we were observing. There were also a list of birds I really wanted to see and it turned out Japhet was a fellow bird lover, so he was able to spot all of my favourite birds and many more that I haven't heard of! I would highly recommend him to anybody who is a bird enthusiast.
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Email Sofia & Kalle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was such an incredible experience – thanks to our guide Dikson!
We booked a 6-day safari, and—especially when doing something like this for the first time and arranging everything with people from another country—it feels a bit strange at first. Safari Soles always responded very quickly and addressed all our questions.
Our guide, Dikson, was truly wonderful. We felt so comfortable with him that, the day after the safari ended, we really missed having him around. We felt completely safe the whole time, and he always kept a close eye on us. We laughed a lot with him during our game drives and had a truly wonderful time! Thank you for that!
Sofia & Kalle
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Email Tom Polinko | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Extraordinary 11 day Safari — Thanks to Rogers and the Safari Soles!
We recently completed an extraordinary safari in Tanzania and what an incredible experience it was!
Our guide, driver, and wildlife spotter, Rogers, was absolutely exceptional. Every day, he worked tirelessly to ensure we had the best possible experience. Whether he was navigating challenging roads, taking care of our meals and refreshments, sharing his extensive knowledge of wildlife, or finding elusive animals for unforgettable encounters and photo opportunities, Rogers consistently went above and beyond.
The wildlife sightings were spectacular! During our safari, we spotted an astonishing amount of lions, many cheetahs and leopards, one incredibly rare black rhino, and numerous white rhinos, along with countless elephants, Cape buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and other amazing wildlife.
One of the highlights of our adventure was seeing all of Africa’s legendary Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, Cape buffalo, and rhinoceroses. Spotting the elusive black rhino was particularly exciting and something we will never forget. For anyone who loves wildlife and photography, this was truly a dream safari!
Having been on safaris before, I can honestly say that Rogers’ wildlife-spotting skills were among the best we’ve experienced. He seemed to have an uncanny ability to find animals that the rest of us would never have noticed.
Another thing that impressed us was his relationship with fellow safari guides. Rogers seemed to know everyone! He was constantly exchanging information about wildlife sightings, greeting other guides with a smile, and sharing tips about where animals had been spotted. This network of friendships, along with his willingness to share information, made a tremendous difference in our experience.
It’s also important to recognize just how demanding a safari guide’s job can be. Rogers spent long days behind the wheel, sometimes 10–12 hours, while simultaneously watching the roads, spotting wildlife, educating us, and making sure we were comfortable and safe. He handled it all with professionalism, patience, enthusiasm, and a wonderful sense of humor. His personality made the long days especially enjoyable.
The accommodations arranged by Safari Soles were equally impressive. The safari camps were fantastic, the food was excellent, and the staff at every location were welcoming, attentive, and genuinely interested in making our stay memorable. Everything was well organized, and the entire trip ran remarkably smoothly.
A special thank-you to Thomas and Fravia, who helped put together such a wonderful itinerary. And a shout-out to @ellajanemckendrick Ella Kendrick, whose YouTube videos and extensive knowledge of Africa helped lead us to Safari Soles in the first place.
Bryson, you have assembled an amazing team! You should be extremely proud of the people representing your company. They made an already incredible destination even more special.
We’ve traveled extensively and experienced safaris before, but what truly distinguished Safari Soles was the personal attention, flexibility, and genuine enthusiasm of the people who made our trip possible. We never felt like just another group of tourists.
We will absolutely recommend Safari Soles to our friends and family, and we hope to return to Tanzania for another safari in the not-too-distant future.
Asante sana, Rogers, and the entire Safari Soles team! You gave us memories that will last a lifetime.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five stars—highly recommended
Email Rachel Hayes | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari specials
Venessa at SafariSoles was absolutely brilliant at arranging our tour. Efficient, friendly and going through every aspect to ensure we got exactly the experience we wanted. From liaising with me by email in UK, meeting us at my friend’s home in Nairobi to responding to messages whilst we were traveling, Venessa never failed to provide advice and support. Our accommodation was excellent at all 4 locations (Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli), giving us the holiday of a lifetime and seeing the Big Five.
Biggest praise and appreciation must go to our driver/guide (new family member) Joe. Joe totally made our whole trip. An excellent driver, with immense knowledge of Kenya and its wildlife, funny and kind - it was like travelling with a son rather than having a guide. He knew everyone and had a sixth sense for getting us in front of the most amazing wildlife (mating lions, leopard with kill in tree, herds of elephants and more giraffes than you could imagine). By the time we had to leave Joe we were family and wishing he was continuing on to Watamu with us!
Cannot recommend SafariSoles enough - and if you can get Joe you will have the most incredible experience (just so long as doesn’t clash with our next visit as he’s our driver now!!!!)
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Email Claire | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A memorable safari, but disappointing guide behaviour
We spent seven days on safari in Tanzania with Safari Soles. The game drives were rewarding, and we were fortunate to see many incredible animals, including lions and leopards.
However, our experience with our driver-guide, Lucas, was let down by his attitude and communication.
On one morning, there was a misunderstanding about the breakfast and departure times. I had misunderstood the timing, and I acknowledge that this was a communication issue. However, when I greeted Lucas that morning, his immediate response was, “Why do you do this?” He then raised his voice at me in front of several camp staff, angrily insisting that he had already explained the schedule.
I found this behaviour inappropriate and unprofessional. I had no intention of delaying the departure, and I believe a simple, respectful explanation would have resolved the misunderstanding.
While Lucas did a good job spotting wildlife, a safari guide's role involves more than finding animals. Respectful communication and professional conduct are also important, particularly when guests are spending several days travelling with the same guide.
Unfortunately, this incident affected our overall experience.
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Email Ayoub & Laura | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent guides and a well-organized safari, making the experience truly unforgettable.
We were able to make our dream come true by travelling to Tanzania to see the wildlife. We booked our safari through Safari Soles.
We were lucky enough to have two highly qualified guides: Jastuce and Maiko. They were willing to do everything they could to help us see as many animals as possible and make sure we had an excellent experience.
Thanks to their determination, we were able to see some very rare species. Thanks to their experience, we also had the chance to witness the Great Migration right in front of our eyes.
We highly recommend these two guides if you want to have a memorable trip. Jastuce speaks French and English very well, which was a real plus for us as French-speaking travellers.
The trip was well organized overall. Some of the hotels were not quite up to our expectations, but this did not take away from the exceptional safaris and the amazing moments we experienced with our guides.
Email Pat | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A perfect first safari experience in the Serengeti
It was just an overwhelmingly positive first safari experience. We were able to customize the trip however we wanted, and they gave us the specific camps we requested. They were responsive to questions leading up to the trip by email and whatsapp. Our guide Hamisi was like an encyclopedia of animal species and behaviors. He also knew when to wait for things to happen, and we witnessed a cheetah hunt and multiple Mara river crossings because of his expertise. The service at all the camps was delightful (we stayed at the Safari Havens and Ang'ata) and we wished we could have stayed longer. The package we customized is considered mid-range but to us it felt higher than mid-range- the service at every stop was so attentive and friendly, and the facilities were so nice. There's nothing we would have changed and will definitely use the same operator and request the same guide whenever we return to the Serengeti.
Email Pam | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Once in a lifetime experience!
We recently completed the 8-Day Great Migration Safari with Safari Soles and had an amazing time exploring Tarangire NP, Northern and Central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater - finishing the experience with a day in the foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro. Jamal at Safari Soles was extremely helpful with planning the itinerary from our first contact, and everything was taken care of, the accommodation, food and drinks in the vehicle. We saw a huge variety of wildlife, far more than the Big 5, and had some remarkable up-close experiences. The vehicle was comfortable and well cared for, and our guide, Raymond, was extremely knowledgeable and a great driver who couldn't do enough for us. Couldn't recommend highly enough!
Email Erica | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Local and professional
We had a great experience with Safari Soles from start to finish. Julieth was prompt and communicative from initial contact. She helped us customize the perfect, private safari for our group. The actual safari experience was also great. We were fortunate enough to have Baltazary as our guide. His positive, friendly and flexible demeanor set the tone for the trip. He shared his deep knowledge of the wildlife and nature and went the extra mile to keep the truck super clean after some very dusty days. He did his very best to give us ideal viewing positions and is an excellent driver. Safari Soles truly fulfilled a once in a lifetime experience! I highly recommend and would 100% choose Safari Soles for future trips to Tanzania!
