CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Serengeti has the strongest healing power.
• Why We Chose Soles
Among the many safari companies, we chose them because: 1) They responded to emails very quickly and were highly efficient, perfectly matching the information-processing schedule of the UTC+8 time zone. 2) The itinerary was very well designed, with no wasted time or very "watered-down" attractions. 3) The PowerPoint presentation was beautifully made, reflecting efficient internal management and meeting our expectations for an African aesthetic.
• The Guide Is the Most Critical Element of a Trip
Our guide, Abu, was beautiful inside and out, very considerate toward clients, and especially respectful toward animals.
Every day he would dress himself immaculately; the dust of the savanna seemed unable to leave any mark on him. He had a very persistent pursuit of cleanliness: every day the car windows were spotless, so that the scenery and animals photographed through the windows were clear and vivid enough. The hygiene inside the vehicle was also ideal, with no odors and timely trash removal. His level of cleanliness was astonishing: our lunch every day was prepared by him (not cooked, of course), and all the tableware was gleaming every single day. One impressive detail was that after we finished each meal, he would first clean the plates thoroughly before putting them back into the lunch bag. Although we ate outdoors at noon every day, we never once had any stomach problems.
When it came to finding animals, the local guides had their own "information network." On this trip we saw a wide variety of wild animals in Africa, and Abu could accurately name every animal we saw, along with their characteristics, habits, and living environment. It was very educational and greatly enriched our travel experience. The daily "Abu Lecture" made us marvel at the breadth of his knowledge.
I especially want to mention Abu's crisis management. In the Serengeti, we were staying in tents. During dinner on the third day, a group of local people suddenly ran in panic past the restaurant entrance, and then we heard an elephant's roar and heavy, rapid footsteps. It was so close that I instinctively jumped up from my chair and ran to the corner of the room. The man at the next table even jumped onto the table. It was my first time being in the middle of an accident—so thrilling.
Abu was the only one who ran toward the danger. He ran out of the tent, zipped it shut from the outside to protect us, and then began clapping. Before long, the commotion subsided. afterward, he told us that the elephant wanted to go to the back kitchen to eat watermelon from the trash can, but the insufficiently trained staff drove it away in the wrong way and angered it. The reason for clapping was that elephants do not see, hear, or think very well, and too many chaotic sounds would overwhelm them. Clapping consolidated the chaotic sounds into one, so that the elephant's CPU could handle it.
In that moment, Abu truly shone. He was a hero in real life—ordinary yet extraordinary. He had courage, ability, and a sense of responsibility. None of the women in our group cried because they were afraid, but they were moved to tears by his heroic spirit.
Abu followed safari protocol throughout. "Animal rights" taking priority over "tourist experience" was something we could personally feel, fully accept, and greatly appreciate. We appreciate wild animals, and we need to do so at a reasonable distance, as humble visitors to the savanna. Our arrival must not bring disturbance to the animals. Although the animals in the Serengeti seem no strangers to human off-road vehicles, if they can still move about freely, that is not only the observer's good fortune but also our obligation.
Although we spent only seven days together, through him we saw an "outstanding African compatriot." He was a particularly excellent driver, and his overtaking skills amazed me. During the seven-day trip, because of his careful maintenance, our car never had any problems. Oh, right, the car speaker briefly had an issue, but it did not matter—he is the "King of Cold Jokes," so you absolutely would not feel bored.
In short, Abu healed my soul and brought me, a "big-city person," a great deal of joy in travel. His importance accounted for 51% of the entire trip.
• Were There Any Shortcomings?
The entire trip went very smoothly from the initial communication stage, and after we arrived locally, Soles also demonstrated full contractual integrity. The company's professionalism was fully proven by our guide, Abu. Although the driver was 45 minutes late for the final airport transfer arrangement, because the airport transfer had been scheduled with ample time, we still made it to the airport without rushing and returned home smoothly.
Later we learned that one of the tent accommodations in the Serengeti—Classic Heaven—was also owned by Soles, and its stay experience was indeed much better than the other one.
This East Africa trip ended successfully. It was an important experience in my life. Thanks to Abu, and thanks to Soles
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great trip
谢谢我们的地接团队，这一趟safari旅程非常棒，看到了非洲五霸，看到了心心念念的非洲日落，感谢我们的向导solomon，本来还在疯狂赶路，向导一个转弯停下，让我们遇见马赛马拉绝美日落！找动物也很厉害！这趟非洲之旅我会永远记得！希望还有机会再次来到这里！Thanks to our local ground team. This safari trip has been amazing! We spotted the Big Five and witnessed the African sunset we’d long dreamed of. Special thanks to our guide Solomon. We were rushing along when he made a quick turn and stopped, letting us catch the breathtaking sunset over the Masai Mara. He’s incredibly skilled at finding wildlife. I will always remember this African adventure. Hope to come back again someday!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exceptional operator with thorough planning, attentive communication and proactive on-ground support
What impressed me most throughout this entire trip was our guide, Big Tom. He is kind, approachable, considerate, observant and highly flexible. As we traversed the African savannah, he had an incredible eye for wildlife — he could spot all kinds of animals from a great distance, as if he carried a measuring scale in his sight.
He has an excellent memory, knowing every animal by name and able to share detailed insights into each species’ unique behaviours and traits. He responded promptly to all our requests during the safari and made suitable adjustments to accommodate our needs.
On one occasion, after a long full-day safari, he had to drive overnight to our next destination because our group needed to catch an early-morning flight the next day. He pulled it off successfully. With merely three hours of rest, he still took us on the Amboseli safari the following day.
Overall, he is an outstanding guide, and I wholeheartedly recommend him!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Short Trip, Lasting Memories
Even though the safari was relatively short, it felt packed with unforgettable experiences. Our guide was friendly, patient, and clearly passionate about Tanzania’s wildlife. The Serengeti exceeded all my expectations, and seeing lions resting near our vehicle was a moment I will never forget. The campsite was simple but comfortable, and the atmosphere among the group was relaxed and enjoyable. Ngorongoro Crater was stunning, with beautiful scenery and excellent wildlife viewing. This trip convinced me that I definitely want to return to Tanzania for a longer safari.
PS
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari Experience with Excellent Service
I had an amazing experience with this company from beginning to end. The service was excellent, and everything was very well organized.
Henry was extremely professional and helpful throughout my trip. He was with me in Nairobi, assisted me with the hotels and everything I needed, and provided excellent service. He then took me to the domestic airport for my flight to the Masai Mara.
When I arrived at the airstrip, I met my guide, who is from the Maasai community. He was a very kind and friendly person, spoke English very well, and was extremely knowledgeable and experienced. From the very first game drive, I was lucky enough to see the Big Five!
The choice of camp in the Masai Mara was excellent, and all the hotels arranged for me in Nairobi were luxurious and of a very high standard. I was extremely happy with the accommodation throughout the entire trip.
The safari was truly one of the best experiences and some of the most beautiful days of my life. Everything was handled professionally, and I felt very well taken care of throughout the entire trip.
I will definitely do another safari with the same company again in the near future. Thank you so much to Henry, my guide, and the entire team for making this experience unforgettable!
LV
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfectly conducted safari
I can certainly recommend this safari operator; they handled my custom-planned itinerary in both Kenya and Tanzania very professionally. A special thank to our tour guide Charles, who was knowledgeable about the wildlife and very proactive in driving and spotting animals. We saw the entire "Big Five." Thank you for that!!!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All arrangements were fine, but we were notified last-minute that no Lake Naivasha Sopa rooms.
Our guide John Papa was fantastic. He spotted nearly all wildlife except leopards for us across Amboseli, Lake Naivasha and Nakuru quickly. He’s warm, friendly and kept our trip perfectly well-organised.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
My partner James and I booked a three-day private camping safari with Kilipath African Safaris, visiting the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, and we can honestly say it was one of the best experiences of our lives.
From start to finish everything was organised brilliantly, but the person who truly made our safari so special was our private guide, Harry.
Harry was absolutely incredible throughout the entire three days. From the moment we met him, he was friendly, welcoming and so knowledgeable. His passion for the wildlife and the Serengeti really showed, and he seemed to have an amazing instinct for knowing exactly where to go. Thanks to him we had some unbelievable wildlife sightings.
Having Harry as our private guide made the whole experience feel so personal. Nothing ever felt rushed, he was endlessly patient with all our questions, and he always made sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves. He was just as excited as we were when we had an amazing sighting, which made those moments even more special.
The camping itself was an incredible experience too. Being right out in the Serengeti, surrounded by wildlife, was something neither of us will ever forget.
More than anything, Harry was just such a lovely person to spend the three days with. By the end of the safari, we were genuinely sad to say goodbye to him! He is an absolute credit to Kilipath and a huge part of why this experience meant so much to us.
Our safari completely exceeded anything we had imagined. It was without a doubt one of the highlights of our trip to Tanzania and genuinely one of the best things James and I have ever done together.
Thank you so much to Kilipath African Safaris, and especially to Harry, for giving us memories that will last a lifetime. We couldn’t recommend you enough! ❤️🦁🐘
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable experience
Great organisation from booking to finish. Communication via WhatsApp was prompt and precise. Pricing was transparent and the process was made really easy. On the day we got picked up from our hotel exactly on time. The drive to Maasai Mara was seemless despite the famous road massage. Kelvin and Lucas were great guides, knowledgeable and fun. We had a couple stop overs before reaching the accommodation (Mara Hilltop). Then on to the game drive where the guides were really dedicated to make us see as many animals as possible. We had a delicious picnic in the wild and return to the lodge at the end of the day. The place was amazing, I would definitely have loved spending several nights there. On the way back we visited a Maasai village, which was educative and enlightening. All in all, it was a beautiful experience thanks to Olengugih Safaris and I wouldn’t hesitate to book again with them
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Edwin is very good
Edwin is very good .Edwin is very knowledgeable.We will miss him.
