CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
5-day-safari
We did a 5 day safari tour, which we booked very last minute, and everything worked perfectly from start to finish. Yusef was always immediately available, extremely responsive, and took care of everything right away. The organization was fast, smooth, and very professional, which especially impressed us given the short notice.
The accommodations were consistently good. One thing worth noting for future travelers is that even luxury camps are still camps. Internet is only available at the main camp and not at the tented camps, and nights can get a bit chilly. With the right expectations, this fits well with the authentic safari experience.
The safari itself was absolutely amazing. We were lucky enough to see all of the Big Five and experienced countless wildlife encounters in many different situations, truly unforgettable.
A very special highlight was our guide and driver David. He truly made the trip and could not have done a better job. In addition to the many fun and relaxed conversations during the drives, he had an impressive amount of knowledge about the animals and knew the parks inside and out. This allowed him to bring us to the best spots and create a maximum safari experience. We could not have wished for a better guide and driver.
An outstanding safari experience that we can highly recommend.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience
A beautiful and unforgettable experience. It was my 14-year-old daughter's first trip to Tanzania, and from the moment we stepped off the plane, we felt safe thanks to our guide, Muddy, and our driver. Our Italian guide, Muddy, is very kind and knowledgeable. The driver is very experienced and made us feel safe on the rough roads. We highly recommend him.
Phenomenal
Are you overwhelmed by the number of apparently excellent choices of safari companies in Tanzania? I was, and I hope this review helps, because we could not possibly have been happier with our choice of Safari Soles. Jackson organized the trip and responded graciously and patiently to my many questions and when we had to change the timing and length of our safari twice. He is simply excellent at his job. All the accommodations were exceptional, and everywhere we stayed, we were greeted with smiles, friendly greetings, warm towels, and cold drinks. The service and personnel were uniformly warm and friendly everywhere. We especially loved the Masek Tented Lodge where we were escorted to and from our tents at night by Maasai warriors who made sure we were safe from the hippos that wander amongst the tents at night. But our highest praise of the trip must go to our excellent guide, Christian. He is friendly, professional, kind, and funny with an infectious laugh. He has a seemingly encyclopedic knowledge of the areas we visited and the animals we saw, and we saw so many! Not only did we see the Ugly Five and the Big Five, but Christian found us 6 rhinos in one day, both white and black! This was all in a four-day safari. Everyone I mentioned this to in Tanzania said this is very unusual and reflects an exceptionally skilled guide, but we knew that from watching him firsthand. Christian found three of the 6 rhinos with his bare eyes while driving through the densely thicketed and forested areas in the Ngorogoro Crater. It was unbelievable. Even once he stopped the jeep, it took us at least 5 minutes and high-powered binoculars to see what he saw with his bare eyes. He is also a skilled driver, which you'll come to appreciate on the bumpy and sometimes muddy roads and off-roads. But most of all, it was Christian's warmth and kindness that touched us all. The women in our group all welled up when we had to say goodbye and the men agreed they felt they'd made a true friend. He gave us all the experience of a lifetime.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding and Most Memorable
Our safari with All Wheels was truly special. From the start, planning with Edward, the owner, felt thoughtful and personal. Edward was patient, knowledgeable, and he listened to our thoughts about the trip. He helped to map out a perfect trip. Once in Tanzania, everything flowed smoothly, letting us be present and enjoy every moment.
We had been to Tanzania before and had an idea what to expect, but this trip really allowed us to immerse ourselves in the wonders of nature, culture, and the vastness of the Serengeti and beyond. We started our experience in Arusha National Park. Taking the walk with the ranger was amazing. Next, we chose to fly into the Seronera Airport, right in the Serengeti, which made the trip even better because we were out exploring within minutes of landing.
Our guide, Emmanuel, was exceptional — calm, kind, deeply knowledgeable, and someone who made us feel safe at every moment. Being so close to wildlife in the Serengeti and Ndutu was both exhilarating and humbling, especially witnessing new life and the realities of nature side by side. We all saw all the key players that you would want to see on a safari, but this time we spent more time to find some more unusual cast of characters: a beautiful serval, honey badgers being followed by a jackal, so many gorgeous birds, and even a melanistic black wild cat. When your guide is excited about the finds, you know you are seeing something quite special.
Each accommodation exceeded my expectations. Every tented camp was unique, beautiful, clean, and staffed with wonderful people. The food was excellent—my vegetarian diet was handled with ease—and the trip’s overall pace felt just right: immersive yet never exhausting. My favorite day included an early morning safari, returning for lunch and a midday rest, and heading out again for an evening safari.
In college, I studied anthropology, so our visit to Oldavai Gorge brought tears to my eyes as I heard about the Leakeys and all the amazing finds in the Cradle of Humankind.
Safaris require trust, and All Wheels earned ours completely. This wasn’t just a vacation, but a meaningful experience that will stay with me for a long time. We have committed to returning, as we have fallen in love with the people, the geography, the flora, and the fauna. For a life-changing experience, a safari is well worth it. And All Wheels made the experience even better. I wholeheartedly recommend them for your travels.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My Positive Volunteer Experience Review
My name is Lukas Powell, born on 23 November 2003, and I am an American volunteer from the United States. In January 2026, I had the opportunity to volunteer with Go Volunteer Africa in Mukono, Uganda, an experience that was both meaningful and transformative.
During my time in Mukono, I was warmly welcomed by the local community and the Go Volunteer Africa team. I gained valuable hands-on experience while working alongside local staff and other volunteers, and I learned a great deal about community development, teamwork, and cultural exchange. The experience challenged me to adapt to a new environment, think creatively, and approach tasks with patience and respect.
Volunteering in Uganda helped me grow personally and professionally. I developed stronger communication skills, became more culturally aware, and learned the importance of service-driven work. The support and guidance provided Go Volunteer Africa made my experience rewarding and well-organized, and I always felt encouraged and valued as a volunteer.
Overall, my volunteer experience in Mukono was extremely positive and impactful. I am grateful to Go Volunteer Africa for the opportunity, and I would highly recommend their programs to anyone seeking a meaningful and authentic volunteering experience in Africa.
CZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very reliable
I reached out to about 100 safari companies before booking, and after comparing everything, this one had the best price-to-value ratio by far.
We did a private 9-day tour as a group of five, which gave us great flexibility and comfort throughout the trip.
At several camps we saw other travelers dealing with check-in issues caused by their safari company. We never experienced anything like that — everything worked exactly as it should.
The highlight of the whole trip was definitely our guide, Dickson. He has 19 years of experience, and you can tell within the first day. He knows the animals, birds, and reptiles incredibly well, understands their behavior, and always positioned the vehicle perfectly. Even when there were 20–30 cars at a sighting, he managed to find the right spot.
A guide can make or break a safari, and Dickson absolutely made ours. Very reliable company, very professional, and overall an excellent experience.
CZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very well organized.
I spent 9 days on safari in Tanzania with family and had a great experience. Everything was well organized, all the accommodations were excellent, and the whole trip went smoothly without any problems.
The best part was our guide Dickson. He was great at spotting animals and always found the best positions for photography. Thanks to him, we had amazing wildlife sightings and unforgettable moments. I would definitely recommend this tour.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding
Wow we have just returned back from an 8 day Safari with Safari Soles. Including Nautu, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater The trip was absolutely faultless from start to finish Safari Soles went above and beyond.
The accommodation was outstanding. We stayed in Tented Lodges throughout the trip. All very clean and tidy. Staff were very accommodating. They all have their own Chef and the food was amazing. Plenty of choice.
We had a cooked lunch everyday as a picnic out in the bush served by our guide which was amazing. Saved you driving back to the Lodge.
Also served with wine and beers.
But what made the trip extra special was our Safari Guide Mandela. He was amazing! Very professional and experienced. We saw Lions, Cheetahs, Leopards, Elephants, Zebras, Giraffes, Rhinos, Wildebeests, Hippos, Hyenas and the list goes on. He knew exactly where to be in the right place and the right time keeping a safe distance from the animals. We are both into photography so we were very fortunate to get some amazing photos. Mandela was very patient and waited so we could see the animals move. Especially the Lions as they like to sleep.
We have previously done Safaris with different guides in Kenya but no one was as good as Mandela. He honestly made the trip.
Thank you Mandela and Safaris Soles we will be booking again.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best experience!
It was an amazing experience.
Comunication with Jungleroam Safari was perfect.
The safaris were amacing, specially for me Masai Mara Reserve was incredible. We saw big 5 thanks to our amacing driver Denis. He helped us a lot and explaining everything. Thanks to him we could see the leopard and cheeta like in a movie.
I would really recomend this experience and congratulation to Denis for being such a good driver, guide and good person!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Use SERENGETI SMILES & Domi for best Safari!
My husband and I booked a 7-day Tanzania safari with SERENGETI SMILES and have been incredibly happy with the booking process and Safari price with Pinel, for making the arrangements and a few modifications, as well as our tour guide, Domi!
In fact, Domi’s guide services have been beyond our expectations! He asked about our interests the first day, and has been very persistent and assertive in getting just the right spot in the Land Cruiser for us to get amazing close-up photos of the Big 5 animas as well as many more animals and birds. He ensures the Land Cruiser and windows are clean every morning and there are cold drinks and box lunches. He is extremely knowledgeable about animals and birds and has great experience to know where to find these amazing animals as well as to communicate with other guides for the absolute best photographer point of view. He also has proven his elite driving skills by not getting stuck in a lot of mud (like some other guides) in the parks or getting caught in flooding from a torrential rain downpour. We HIGHLY recommend SERENGETI SMILES and DOMI for the best North Tanzania safari experience.
