50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They certainly live up to their name: their heart and soul is in the little details they provide.
An opportunity to do a safari arose for my husband and I when he had a business trip this October/November 2017 in Tanzania. Having explored the internet for all the possible options, and getting overwhelmed at that, finding Soul of Tanzania gave us the confidence we needed to move ahead and plan our safari adventure. As many have shared, they are very responsive, replying to emails within a day (quicker than how we can even process the information), giving us various options so we could pick and choose based on our comfort level and budget and just giving us an assurance that here was a company that understood the needs of their clients. Some of our choice lodges were not available as it turned out and SOT was quick to offer alternative lodges and negotiations were a breeze. On arrival at Arusha we were given a briefing on our itinerary and possible add-ons with time permitting. And on our return from the safari, we met for a quick chat concerning our experience and feedback about the overall service.
In a nutshell, you arrive in Arusha and meet your guide, a complete stranger with whom you spend the next 5 days of your life with, but end the safari adventure with a tinge of sadness knowing you leave behind a friend. Such was our experience in the 5 days we did Tarangire-Serenggeti- Ngorongoro circuit! Our man, Pius, was a personable, charming, knowledgeable guide who took pride in his work yet was understanding and sensitive to our needs. It was easy to warm up to him and trust his knowledge and advice. The vehicle was maintained clean each day, he set up lunch with pride as only SOT could do it – with warm food and wine and style! (Everyone had boxes and we had cloth covered picnic tables with real utensils!!) Pius was determined and patient in locating the animals and was creative in positioning our vehicle so we can take great pictures. Although it was just my husband and I, we had the big land cruiser, well equipped with a cooler, chargers , binocular and a guide book. SOT may be a young company, but they certainly live up to their name: their heart and soul is in the big things and the little details that they provide. Their passion for the wildlife and sharing this experience to their guests shines through in the interactions throughout the safari. They listen to feedback, and even anticipate the needs of their clients seeking ways to improve even more. The only regret is we didn’t have our boys with us but maybe that will be another reason to visit again. Soul of Tanzania’s got to be the only way to experience safari. Every detail was covered and you get even more!! Shout out and thanks to Miguel, Christina, Iris, Rachel, Francis, Ben and our man, Pius-y !!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Bucket list trip
Having been in 2014 my second trip was even more special than the first. It lived up to all my expectations and more. Everyone needs to take the trip of a lifetime
TR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
safari
Tour program, car, hotel was very good. special Guide Antony Gitau Gichuhi
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unbelivable Trip
Holiday of a lifetime, truly grateful to compass safari for making it so special for me and my girlfriend.
The guide knew everything about the animals and locations, they blew me away, couldn't be more knowledgeable.
Non of my special requests were a problem, would happily recommend to my friends and family.
HIghlight of the Trip definitely Manyara national park!!!
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tre greatest budget-Safari!
we wanted a great safari-experience without spending a fortune and this was the perfect alternative. Our guide, Baltazary John, was very competent and talkative and we truley recommend him and Sunny sAFARIS. We had a 2 Days Safari in Tarangire and the Ngorongoro crater and we are very pleased. The lodge was nice and food was great.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Derick was Great ! Outstanding knowladge , very helpfull .
Best vacation ever !!! for me and my 11 years old daughter . Thanks
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DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best local safari company with best services
Exzellent organization throughout the whole safari of 7 days. Our Tanzanian experience was enhanced by Gabriel as our guide who knows the best places to go to see the wonderful animals. We had very nice time during walking & hunting safari at Lake Eyasi with Hadzabe local tribe (Bushmen). Gabriel asked the elder person of the tribe to take some photos. He stopped and allowed us time to take as many photos as we wanted to. The Land Cruiser was an good vehicle for our safari . The accommodation was very good at the lodges and the food was very delicious too. Our second trip after safari to Zanzibar was also fantastic we stayed in a very good hotel. Great staff and service . Overall a great experience to travel and see most beautiful historical places at Zanzibar. There is no need to worry at all about the organization that has been done for Taste of Afrika Safaris. They're informative and know all best National Parks and the best time to visit in Northern circuit for wild beets or Great Migration. Thank you Seka and Herieth for organizing wonderful trip for us, say hello to Gabriel. Greeting's from Germany. Ahsante Vanessa.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip,excellent communication,knowledgeable guide
Beautiful facilities, friendly and professional staff.
Will definitely go back.
Highly recommended
Top class!
Everything and every staff member was amazing. Had a lovely time with my friends. This was a Holiday to remember. Quick communication from Brian and an awesome knowledgeable guide Moses who was handsome too. Go Explore Safaris keep it up am coming back for Gorillas and more Chimpanzees next year.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Meticulous planning and execution for outstanding accommodations, food, guides, drivers, wildlife.
Communications stateside and throughout trip were excellent., Prompt, knowledgeable, congenial and helpful guides and drivers added great value to understanding not only of wildlife and local sites, but of history, economics, conservation etc. These two 80 year-olds could have used a a "down" day after the first week. In short, everything exceeded expectations.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
New standard of excellence for safari's
There were many tour company's to chose from but after reviewing many we chose Gorilla Links Tours . We are glad we did.
We asked Carolyn the owner/ operator of Gorilla Link Tours to design a safari like no other.
We decided on Murchison Falls National Park.
She took up the challenge and besides the normal morning and afternoon safari's that are expected, she provided two night safari's where a park ranger joined our guide as we ventured out in the evening. As night approached we saw lions leaving there cubs as they set out to hunt. We saw a female lion who just lost a cub to a Cape Buffalo and was mourning, eventually picking up the cub and carrying it to be buried. We saw a mother with 3 cubs feeding, as she laid on the ground. Even our guide had never seen this before.
I'm not saying you will see what we saw, but you will for sure see things over and above the norm. Carolyn arranged for a small "private"boat to tour the Nile river so we avoided the crowds of the big boats and got in close to shore to maximize our viewing experience. And surprisingly all the extra were reasonably priced. Carolyn did so many others things for us at no cost.
A wonderful personality to deal with. You won't regret using Gorilla Link Tours. Ask her to get Richard for your guide. He is outstanding and will bring your safari to a new level. Ask for him!!! You again won't regret it. He makes the unexpected happen. Great guy.
We also heard huge positives on the Gurilla tours from others we met that used Gorilla Links Tours. Again, I'd ask her to get Richard. His name is now out there so book him early. Seems everyone we spoke to had outstanding experiences and satisfaction with Gorilla Links as we did.