35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous Trip & Agency
What an experience!!!
It was trully fabulous. We went on our Honeymoon in November 2020 with Seven Wonders Safaris as our host. Words will not be enough to describe how committed this local Agency is and perfect selection we have made to enjoy Tanzania as first time travellers especially on our special occassion like this. Thank you Seven Wonders Safari Team, we will visit your beautiful Country again and yes, we will still chose you. Highly recommended!!!!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great 6-days safari experience for a reasonable price
My son and I had got safari offers from different providers and decided finally for choosing a 6-days safari with Safari Soles Tours. Bryson, the manager convinced us by good and precise communication via email and WhatsApp. He always answered all my questions quickly and accurately. That made a very good impression. Bryson is also an interesting person to talk to and can tell you a lot about his country.
The safari itself also turned out to be a good choice: everything was very well organized and thought out. We visited the four most beautiful national parks in northern Tanzania and saw a lot of wild animals, birds and beautiful nature.
Lucas, our tour guide / driver did his best to give us lots of information about every animal we saw. He had three encyclopedic reference works in his jeep (animals, birds, plants with pictures and English names) and was able to tell us about anything that interested us.
We loved Abdullah the chef. The meals were excellent. For lunch there was hot meals every day, no cold lunch boxes. That was the dinner that was a real highlight: Not only the food itself but also its presentation by Abdullah - he appeared in his chef's uniform and solemnly announced the dishes. This gave the whole safari tour a luxurious and exclusive character.
Maybe that was also our luck to go on safari at the end of March - beginning of April, at the start of the rainy season. It is also called "Green Season", as the savannah is particularly beautiful. There were few tourists, which was an advantage for us: normally it would be a budget safari with two nights in a lodge and three - in a tent (on a campsite), but it rained in Serengeti the night before, and Bryson organized an upgrade at short-notice: two overnight stays at the Serengeti Safari Lodge in Seronera. We were accommodated in cozy, small houses with private bathrooms (see the attached photo). And the first and last night we spent in the town of Mto wa Mbu, in the good and clean Fig Tree Lodge. With a swimming pool! We felt welcome in both lodges, and the staff was very kind to us.
However, we stayed for one single night (the penultimate one) in a tent, on the chic Simba campsite at the Ngorongoro crater, with a canteen, toilet and shower. When we got there, the tents were already ready, and there was a mattress under each sleeping bag. My son and I shared a tent, single travelers each had a tent to themselves (we were a group of four). And the water in the shower was really hot.
All in all, in my opinion, this was a luxury safari for a reasonable price. I can recommend Safari Soles Tours to every safari friend with a clear conscience. I would like to thank Bryson, Lucas and Abdullah warmly: Asante sana!
Another tip that might be useful: If you arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport a day before the safari or stay in Arusha a few days after the safari, Bryson can organize a day trip for you. We took the Materuni Waterfall, Coffee Tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs trip and were satisfied. Justin and his friends in the Materuni Village are very funny guys, they performed a great "coffee-making-show" with nice singing. I enjoyed it (see photo)! Attention, waterfall: It's beautiful, but the hike there takes 45 minutes. In exchange, the Hot Springs were "pure relaxation", even if they are not really hot. The weather was already hot enough with 31 degrees, and a bath in the lukewarm water was good for us. And meanwhile our lunch, which was included in the trip, was ready. Thanks to our nice guide / driver Abouh, who took care of us that day and took us to the good Tulia Hotel & Spa in Arusha in the evening. Thanks also to Freddy for the smooth transfer to the airport at the very end of the trip. The transfer was also organized by Bryson.
EE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator was very professional and helpful.
Everything was great. We visited Tarangiere, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro national parks and local tribes (Maasai, Tatoga, Hadzabe). On the safari we saw many different animals (buffalo, lions, giraffes, wildebeest, mongooses, impalas, rhinos, leopard, zebras, hippos). The experience was amazing. Ene Lepp was a professional tour operator. Ene put together a program that meets your wishes. We definitely recommend Siafu to other travelers.
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I was not born in Africa, but probably Africa was born in me by Heaven in Africa
It is hard to describe my feelings and experiences of the best trip of a lifetime. My old dream, safari, came true. We were a group of 2 women. Me and my friend had an amazing experience with our 5-day safari - Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Manyara, Masai Village and Banana Farm. Having been recommended Heaven in Africa from friends, from the moment we first wrote them until the day we came back home, we were in contact with Heaven and Pieter who always supported us. We are so grateful for everything they did for us:
- for the great care and attention to us
- for the knowing answer to every question which we asked our guide Pieter a lot every day
- for hot picnic lunches in the national parks.
It is not just lunch boxes as many cheaper companies may offer.
It was a varied meal every day in according to our requests and diets.
We'll never forget our lunch with a view of two wild rhinos in Ngorongoro.
- for the awesome accommodations. We chose the mid-range, but we did not expect it to be so gorgeous and comfortable. We were greeted with songs in every lodges. The service and food were great there. We had even a swimming pool in every place, but we did not have time to enjoy that.
The second thing we will never forget is our sunset and night in the camp in Serengeti. I enjoyed listening to the sounds of the wild at night. I only regret one thing in my trip of the lifetime. We had only one night in Serengeti.
- for interesting and exciting game drive.
We crossed rivers in the car.
We saw Big Five - leopard, rhino, elephant, African buffalo and lionesses.
The first two ones are rare to see. But we did.
The elephant family was within arm’s reach. And many other creatures were so close to us. Sometimes I even held my breath besause of that.
I did some many fascinating pictures and found my new hobby - photo hunting.
Our guide showed and talked about each animal and plants. He always found the best perspective and views for our pictures.
The lion was hiding from us during our game drive. So, we will definitely come back to see him next time. And of course, with Heaven in Africa
The whole trip was incredible and unforgettable. And we know why. Heaven and Pieter did their best to give us the best trip of our lives. After safari we had a paradise Journey on Zanzibar. But I was absolutely upset to leave these guys. Because we did not leave just guides who had created our trip, we left our close friends. I was not born in Africa, but probably Africa was born in me by them.
Asante, Asante, Asante.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great communication and helpful
I did a 3 day experience to Mikumi and Udzungwa. I had an amazing time! The guides were knowledgeable and made every effort to make sure I lots of animals - we even saw a leopard! The hike to the waterfall in Udzungwa was also great! The guide was a kind young man who maintained a slow pace (for me) and told me about all the different plants and there medicinal purposes. We even saw monkeys! I also want to highly recommend the driver, William. I did a solo trip and he becam my friend - driving long ways and eating dinner together. He made sure I got to try ugali and taught me how to eat it. He also helped me find a phone charger and get a SIM card. I truly would have been lost without him! Thanks Lenny, for putting together a wonderful team who made me feel welcome and comfortable!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kind, cheerful and informative
I was there for a short tour. It was fun and a perfect experience for my picture of an African Safari is about. The trip coordinators were constantly available and checking in that I was alright throughout my stay. I got a good touristy side and a local experience as well. For the amount I paid, I would say that the trip was well executed. Very fun!
SI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service and the knowledge about animals and their habitat.
Definitely one of most remarkable experiences in my life!
They organized whole 4 day trip with amazing lodge accommodations and food. Guide Ray is one in a million I tell you! His kindness and knowledge about animals and their habitat is beyond anything I ever experienced so far. He was able to spot animals everywhere and we saw literally every animal that was possible to see in those national parks.
Nevertheless I was glad to support small, local and family driven company which is doing extraordinary job, rather than supporting some foreign safari company - they literally are the best you can get out there without a doubt!
I am definitely coming back and will do another safari with this company and I highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for real safari experience!
Asante Sana & till next time ♡
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A serious operator for Africa tour
A good operator with direct und open communication for authentic experience to discover Africa. Very good value for money.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
"Great service and guide"
I would say everything was top, we saw every animal possible and every aspect of the trip was top notch, from our first night hotel, to our safaris in Lake Naivasha , Amboseli and Maasai Mara. Our driver, Alex, was great and make sure that we saw incredible wildlife. Jeremiah is just a wonderfully kind young man who knows his country. His pride in sharing his beautiful country makes the experience even more rewarding that I could've ever imagined. I'm hard to impress when it comes to travel, but the Silver Spark Africa Safaris team did it so organized. I do recommend Silver Spark Africa Safaris for every traveler visiting East Africa, and look forward to visit Kenya again.
EE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator was at a very professional level. Everything went well, there were no problems.
The safari was very fierce. It was powerful to see animals in the wild and so close. It was my most intense experience.
In my opinion, the price-quality ratio was in place. During the safari there was catering 3 times a day, I didn't have to worry about anything.