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
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Reviews
Email Stefano Sepe | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
We had such an amazing time!
Frank, our guide, was the reason why our trip was so special and unforgettable.
He showed us the true soul of Tanzania.
MY
Email Jon & Chua | Experience level: first safari
Amazing service made this the trip of a lifetime!
We did a 15 day trip with Safari Soles in September. We started with 8 days hiking Mt Kilimanjaro using the Lemosho route followed by a safari in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangirie.
From the start the booking process was made super easy by Patrick, he was super responsive, very knowledgeable and helped plan the trip of a lifetime. Even when we had to make schedule changes after we had multiple flight changes due to the Middle East conflict, it was all done without any issues.
The hike was the hardest thing we have ever done but was an amazing experience. What made it so special was the team of guides, porters & chef that supported us the whole way. Without them we would never have made it. We had 2 very experienced guides (over 20 years each), Antipas & Paul who were with us the whole way, they were very supportive and even helped carry some of our gear when we were exhausted, we then had 10 porters, Mohamed, Simba, Pascal, Makame, Frank, Boniface, Jamali, Julius, Ally & Thomas. These guy are absolute legends and superhuman!, they carried all the gear and set up camp daily for us, looked after us, always with a smile on their faces. A special mention to Thomas who also acted as our waiter, bring us our meals, making sure we always had hot drinks and warm water to wash. We also had Oscar, our chef who cooked us 3 meals a day, the food was great, not just for a mountain but anywhere, how he does that is beyond me.
For the summit night, we had our guides as well as Simba & Pascal to make sure the 2 of us got to the summit and back safely. Simba & Pascal deserve an extra mention, they helped me back down from the summit after I was completely exhaused, holding me to make sure I didn't slip or injure myself as well as keeping a good pace so we could get enough rest before continuing further down later in the day.
The team are phenomenal people, they all work so hard to make our experience so amazing and I can't thank them enough!!!
I would highly recommend using Safari Soles for Kilimanjaro and if you can get the same team we did, then do it, you won't be disappointed!
For the safari, we had Calvin as our guide, he took us on an epic 6 day road trip through Tarangerie, the Central & Northern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
While Calvin was not the most talkative, he was extremely good at finding the wildlife and extremely knowledgeable about everything, explaining the different species of each animal, how they lived, what they ate, how they hunted etc, a true safari wildlife expert!
He was always on the lookout for animals, big and small, he knew where to go for the best chance of sightings at different times of day. We managed to see all of the big 5 as well as pretty much everything else we could imagine.
Calvin was an excellent guide and highly recommended, he has made us want to do more safaris which we are already planning! I plan on booking with Safari Soles if they operate in the countries we want to see.
IE
Email John Murphy | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Incredible
Great 6 day safari organised by Lilian @ Safari Soles, we visited the Northern Serengeti, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarengire,. We had a fantastic Balloon safari included, all the accommodation was very good, our guide Barakae was top class, highlights included Lions mating, a Cheetah hunting and killing a Gazelle, Mara river crossing, over 70 Lions, 4 Leopards, 8 Cheetahs, 4 rare White Rhino, huge herds of Wildebeest, Zebra & Elephants, plus much, much more.
IT
Email giorgia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
amazing experience
Our experience was simply wonderful! We booked a day trip that included the waterfall tour, an amazing coffee-making experience, and a relaxing visit to the Chemka Hot Springs (also known as Kikuletwa Hot Springs, located near the Materuni area).
Our guide, Benson, was super helpful, kind, and professional. He made our day truly special by answering all our questions and giving us a wonderful glimpse into the local culture.
A special thanks also goes to Ibrahim from Safari Soles, who organized the entire trip. He was fantastic and extremely accommodating; since we needed to head back to Arusha afterwards, he seamlessly arranged our transfer with Benson without any issues.
I wholeheartedly recommend booking with them and living this incredible experience!
DE
Email Laura2910 | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Service & Unforgettable Safari!
We cannot recommend Safari Soles enough! Happiness organized a perfect safari for us, explained everything clearly, and was always available with fast, helpful support both before and after booking.
The trip exceeded all our expectations: we saw the Big Five and the Great Migration! Our guide, Simon, was top-professional, deeply knowledgeable, and answered all our questions. On top of that, he always made sure we were in the best positions to capture amazing photos!
Thank you to the whole team—we would book with Safari Soles again anytime!
LT
Email Inga | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable safari in Tanzania
We were a group of eight friends who spent 11 amazing days on safari with this company, travelling in two jeeps. We chose them because of the well-planned itinerary, and it exceeded all our expectations!
Everything was very well organised. The jeeps were comfortable and always clean, with plenty of water, soft drinks, beer, wine and all the little things that made our journey comfortable. The lodges were excellent, and the food was fresh, delicious and far beyond what we expected.
A special thank you to our wonderful guides, Elias and Alexsi, who took great care of us and helped us discover Tanzania’s incredible wildlife, nature and culture. Their knowledge, care and passion made our safari truly unforgettable.
Thank you to the whole team for an amazing experience and wonderful memories! 🇹🇿❤️
LT
Email Loreta | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dream trip and a unique safari experience
We had an incredibly beautiful and unforgettable holiday in Tanzania — truly a dream trip and a unique safari experience. We are sincerely grateful to the entire Safari Soles team for organizing our journey so flawlessly, from the very first day to the last.
Our 11-day safari was filled with excitement, adventure, and unforgettable moments. Everything was thought through down to the smallest detail. The vehicles were comfortable and meticulously cleaned every morning, the accommodations were in stunning locations, and our rooms were always welcoming, with comfortable beds and fresh linens. The food was delicious and freshly prepared, and everyone we met along the way was incredibly caring, friendly, and helpful.
A very special thank you goes to our wonderful guides, Elias and Alex, who accompanied us throughout the entire journey. We could trust them completely and felt safe and well taken care of at all times. They were responsible, attentive, professional, and genuinely warm people. Every morning, they greeted us with big smiles that immediately put us in a great mood for the day ahead.
Their incredible knowledge of wildlife and nature allowed us not only to see amazing animals, but also to understand how fascinating, complex, and interconnected the natural world is. Elias and Alex were professional, friendly, engaging, and true experts in their field.
Thanks to them, we saw the Big Five, numerous big cats, countless bird species, giraffes, elephants, zebras, and so much more. One of the absolute highlights of our trip was witnessing the spectacular antelope migration across the Mara River. And that is just a small part of the incredible sights and experiences we were lucky enough to enjoy.
We are incredibly grateful for this wonderful time, this priceless experience, and the memories that will stay with us for a very long time.
We wholeheartedly recommend Safari Soles to anyone dreaming of a Tanzanian safari. And a very special thank you to Elias and Alex for your professionalism, attentiveness, knowledge, kindness, and warmth. You were a huge part of what made this journey so special!
Thank you, Safari Soles, for making our dream trip a reality.
IE
Email Akanksha Ahluwalia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
BEST SAFARI TOUR IN TANZANIA
I’m very late writing this review, but after such an incredible trip, I really wanted to take the time to properly put into words how special this experience was.
I travelled to Tanzania with Safari Soles for a week at the end of May to celebrate my 30th birthday, and it was genuinely one of the most unforgettable trips I have ever taken. What started as a milestone birthday trip ended up being an experience that I will remember for the rest of my life.
### An unforgettable safari experience 🐘🦁
From the moment we arrived, everything was incredibly well organised. The itinerary took us through some of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations, including Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti, with every day bringing something completely different.
We were incredibly lucky with the wildlife we saw — and, most excitingly, **we managed to see the Big Five!** Seeing lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinos in their natural habitat was something I had dreamed of before going on safari, but actually experiencing it in person was beyond anything I expected.
There were so many unforgettable moments throughout the week. Watching elephants up close, seeing lions in the wild, spotting a leopard, coming across buffalo and finally seeing rhinos were all incredible in completely different ways.
The Serengeti in particular was absolutely breathtaking. There is something almost impossible to describe about being surrounded by such vast landscapes, watching wildlife move freely through them and realising that you are experiencing something that very few places in the world can offer.
The sunrises and sunsets, the endless plains, the wildlife and even the quiet moments sitting in the safari vehicle taking everything in made the whole experience feel surreal.
### Oscar — the best guide we could have asked for ⭐️
A huge part of what made our safari so incredible was our guide, **Oscar**.
Oscar was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, friendly and genuinely passionate about Tanzania and its wildlife.
One of the things that impressed us most was his ability to spot animals that we would have completely missed. He seemed to have an almost unbelievable eye for wildlife! Whether it was finding a leopard hiding in the trees or spotting animals in the distance, we always felt that we were in very safe and capable hands with him.
He also took the time to explain what we were seeing rather than simply pointing animals out to us. We learnt so much about the animals, their behaviour and the different environments we were travelling through.
Oscar was also very attentive to what we wanted from our safari. He never made us feel rushed and was always happy to answer our endless questions. He genuinely cared about making sure we had the best possible experience.
I honestly think the guide can make such a huge difference to a safari, and we feel incredibly lucky to have had Oscar. His knowledge, personality and enthusiasm made the experience even more special.
### The accommodation & overall experience
The accommodation throughout the trip was another highlight. Staying in safari camps and lodges surrounded by nature made the experience feel incredibly immersive.
There is something very special about waking up in the middle of the African wilderness and knowing that you are surrounded by wildlife. It is completely different from any normal holiday or hotel experience.
The itinerary was also really well put together. We got to experience different landscapes and parks rather than staying in one location, which meant that every few days brought something new.
Everything from the transfers to the accommodation and safari activities was organised for us, which meant we could simply enjoy the experience without having to worry about the logistics.
### The perfect way to celebrate turning 30 ❤️
I wanted my 30th birthday to be memorable, but I don't think I could have imagined a more incredible way to celebrate it.
There are so many ways you can celebrate a milestone birthday, but waking up in Tanzania, spending your days watching wild animals in their natural habitat and experiencing the Serengeti is something I will never forget.
Completing the safari and seeing the **Big Five** made it even more special. It was one of those trips where we constantly found ourselves saying, “Can you believe we're actually here?”
It genuinely felt like a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
### Safari Soles 🇹🇿
A huge thank you to the entire Safari Soles team for putting together such an incredible trip.
From the planning and organisation to the itinerary, accommodation and safari experience, everything came together so well. We felt looked after throughout the entire trip and were able to completely relax and enjoy ourselves.
And a very special thank you to **Oscar**. You were such an important part of making this trip as amazing as it was, and we couldn't have asked for a better guide.
If you are considering booking a safari in Tanzania, I would absolutely recommend Safari Soles. If you are lucky enough to have Oscar as your guide, you are in for an extra special experience!
Thank you for giving me the most incredible 30th birthday and memories that I know I will treasure for the rest of my life.
**Tanzania, the Big Five, the Serengeti and Oscar — what a trip. ❤️🇹🇿**
One of the best experiences of my life, and a trip I will never forget.
Unforgettable experience with excellent guide
We customized our safari for 7 days. What an incredible experience! Our guide Cheddy was excellent, very friendly and knowledgeable. We had a lot of fun driving around with him. He was constantly ensuring we were comfortable and having a great time.
The overnight stays were really great, especially for the price we paid for the tour compared to other operators.
Would 100% recommend!
CZ
Email Jana | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
An unforgettable experience with Safari Soles
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Safari Soles, and I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a trip to Tanzania. From the very first communication to the end of our journey, everything was handled with great care, professionalism and a very personal approach.
Our trip started with a day trip to the hot springs, coffee experience and Materuni Waterfalls. It was a beautiful experience and, importantly for us, not commercial at all, which was something I had been worried about. Our guide Innocent suggested visiting the hot springs early in the morning, before other visitors arrived, and it was absolutely the right decision – we had the place completely to ourselves. It was a magical start to our Tanzanian adventure.
The following day we did a one-day trek on Mount Kilimanjaro. Again, it was a fantastic experience. Our guide Emmanuel took us to Maundi Crater, was extremely helpful and explained everything along the way. We really enjoyed the entire day and never felt rushed.
Then came the highlight – our 7-day safari through Tarangire National Park, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti and Ngorongoro. It was simply breathtaking. We were lucky enough to see the Big Five as well as the Ugly Five, and our guide Baraka worked incredibly hard to give us the best possible positions and views of the animals. His knowledge, patience and commitment made a huge difference to the experience. Baraka also went above and beyond when our flight to Zanzibar was changed. He had to arrive six hours earlier than originally planned, which must have been physically demanding after the safari, but he managed everything perfectly and made sure we got to our flight on time. We really appreciated his dedication.
The accommodation throughout the trip was fantastic:
Shose Farmhouse Chalets & Campsite
Arusha Farm House
Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Serengeti Safari Haven
Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp – Kogatende
Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp
Everywhere we stayed was comfortable and beautifully chosen. The lodges and safari camps offered a surprisingly high level of comfort, and the food, facilities and hospitality were excellent throughout. We truly enjoyed every single place.
We also had the pleasure of meeting Steven, the manager of Safari Soles, who was a very pleasant, trustworthy and professional person. It was reassuring to see how personally the company cares about its guests and the quality of their experience.
And a very special thank you to Oken, who organized everything for us. He planned the entire trip perfectly, was always incredibly responsive, helpful and empathetic, and was willing to adapt the itinerary whenever needed. His communication and personal approach gave us great confidence throughout the whole process.
Safari Soles made our trip to Tanzania truly unforgettable. Everything – the organization, guides, accommodation, food, communication and, above all, the people – was wonderful.
If we return to Africa, we would absolutely choose Safari Soles again without hesitation.
Thank you to the entire Safari Soles team for an incredible journey and so many unforgettable memories. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
