CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized operator who took care of all our wishes.
The tour with Safari Soles was great. From the sales person who was very concerned and always responded super fast whenever we had a question or doubt to all the locations. Everything was perfect.
We booked a mid-rang private tour and it was super nice. We had a very friendly guide (Godlisten) who took care of us in a very good way. If we had questions or wanted to stop somewhere or return, he always took us and your wishes serious and made everything possible to provide a good experience.
The lodges where we stayed were stunning. We did not expect it like that. The tented lodges with showers and comfy beds were great. To go to bed or wake up having animals around you is incredible.
We were definitly very happy and would recommend Safari Soles.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
100% wonderful from the first contact with Brenda thru Leslie dropping us off at the airport.
Brenda was very good at listening to us. We wanted to travel during our winter and wanted rustic but not too primitive to fairly nice accomodations without paying 5 star resort prices. She was good about explaining the pros (birthing season and green grass) vs the cons (hot and sometimes green tall grass makes it harder to see smaller animals) of going on safari in February. The lodges we stayed in were nicer than we expected and included pools. We also spent some nights in bush camps, which I describe as glamping. They were also nicer than I expected. Big beds (no army cots) and private bathrooms with showers.
Leslie was our driver. He was perfect. Funny, personable, knowledgeable, excellent at spotting animals, and an all-around nice guy. Anytime we saw another driver stuck in the mud, he was the first to stop to help. One of our group members is an avid bird watcher. Leslie is also interested in birds, so was the perfect fit for us.
Tanzania Choice Safaris does not combine groups. You only travel with whomever you sign up with. We reduced our per person cost by going with a group of 6 and were still comfortable in the Land Cruiser.
We stayed at the Pazuri Inn near Arusha for our recuperating day upon arrival. Noel (another driver and Leslie's brother) took us around Arusha the first day and he was also great.
On the safari, we visited Tarangire National Park, staying at Tarangire Simba Lodge. It was beautiful and elephants and other animals visited us at the watering hole during happy hour. We did a 2 hour walking safari with a park ranger. Very interesting and several elephants followed us to the parking spot.
We did a half day cultural tour of Mto wa Mbu. Worthwhile and informative. Stayed at Eileen's Trees Inn. Nice with a pool. It poured that evening so we stayed under cover.
Next was Ngorongo Crater, which was amazing. Stayed at Ndutu Bush camp. Large tents, the aforementioned glamping. Heard hyenas and lions in the night. We opted for the early morning hot air balloon ride over Nduto. I highly recommend it.
From there we went to the Ngorongo Conservation area and then on to Serengeti National park, staying at Central Serengeti Bush camp.
I mentioned that it was birthing season. For me, that was the highlight of the trip. We saw baby elephants, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, gazelles, warthogs, lions, monkeys, baboons, and more.
I can't say enough about the great service throughout the entire planning process and the whole adventure. Truly a once in a lifetime experience.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Owner of the tour company, Mwajabu, is a very special person who made my trip Tanzania memorable.
Tanzania Mwaganza Safari, operated by the ever so wonderful Mwajabu, arranged all of my tours in Tanzania. She was very easy to deal with. She and I were in communication months ahead my travel date. Her personality is so positive that I managed to strike a genuine friendship with her. My excursions included Gombe Island, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and city tour of Dar es Salaam. There were a few hickups here and there but it was not the tour company's fault. Regardless of whose fault it was, Mwajabu was always ready to assist. She is a person with a good heart ❤️. If you want to deal with a tour company that will care for your well being and strive to give you the best experience, please book with Tanzania Mwangaza Safari.
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best and most caring tour operator I have ever traveled with - highly recommend!
My friend and I had a fantastic safari experience, first and foremost thanks to our excellent tour operator, Fiona. We saw the big five and had a great overall experience. Fiona gave us a short onboarding before we even arrived in Kenya, with the most essential preparations and information, which made us prepare well for the trip. When there were some issues with our driver, Fiona handled them instantly. She was always available and checked in regularly to ensure we were okay. Fiona is not only very professional, she genuinely cares about the experiences of her customers. She impressively founded the office by herself and does an amazing job.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime
From the time we arrived until we were left at the airport, we were treated like royalty.
Our guides, Diger (in Nairobi), John Leng (Samburu) and Symo and Mario (Maasi Mara) were excellent and always on the lookout for how to make our trip special.
When DIger took us to the Elephant Sanctuary, he made sure that we had a great place to view the presentation, then took us to a wonderful restaurant for lunch and made sure we had plenty of time at the Kuzuri bead factory.
John met us at the Samburu airport and by the time we made it to Ashnil, we had already seen 4 of the special five, watched 2 jackals eating their kill while shooing off the vultures and had learned the names of several birds.
We checked in to Ashnil, ate some lunch and went out for a late afternoon ride where we saw a leopard and tracked it for awhile. Our waiter, Elvis was very friendly and helpful and when we decided to have dinner in our tents due to bugs, he very graciously brought our meals to our rooms.
During the night, we had a LOT of rain and we knew that the river was raging, but we went on the morning ride even though it was raining. The rain did not deter the animals and we were soon met with a giraffe standing in the middle of the road just waiting for us. After that we saw three families of elephants and lots of other animals. We had breakfast in the land cruiser as it was still raining.
Upon arriving back at the camp, we were told to pack up and were moved up to Sonara, a sister camp. The operative word being up, which was away from the river. Their staff greeted us warmly and quickly settled us into rooms. After lunch, we went on an afternoon ride and then had a wonderful dinner.
Breakfast the next morning and then we were off for a leisurely ride to the airport. Upon arriving later than expected in Maasi, we were met by Symo and Mario and taken to the Bush Camp where the staff quickly put together a nice lunch for us as they realized we had not eaten since breakfast. Then, out for an afternoon ride.
I cannot say enough great things about the staff at the Bush Camp. Joseph, the manager, left after our first day to go for a home visit and Mercy, Nelson and another woman stepped in and made sure that our every need was met. Donald welcomed us to all our meals and explained everything we needed to know about the food and the Professor was a great bartender. These two men made our dinners fun. And, what can I say about the food - as good as any I have had in a 5-star restaurant. I have told people it was like eating on a Viking cruise (which I consider to be the highest of compliments.) The food selections were varied and imaginative as well as delicious.
We had breakfast on our drives each morning except for the last morning when we opted not to go for a drive and to have breakfast at the samp. When I came down for breakfast, I could not find where they had set it up. And, then I saw a staff member that sent me over to the bar tent. There, I found that they had set up breakfast for the three of us right next to the river. A lot of trouble for three people, but what a treat!
We saw all the animals of the Maasi except the rhino. My friends at home could not believe all the animals that we saw. We saw several prides of lions, as well as 2 leopards and 2 cheetahs - one with small cubs, giraffes, elephants, gazelle, topi, oryx, impala, ostriches (with babies), monkeys, baboons, hippos, zebras, jackals and lots of birds.
I cannot say enough good things about the staff at Mara Bush Camp and all the guides. And, the guards who walked us back and forth from the tents were definitely appreciated and Doris met me every morning with hot chocolate. The staff was definitely the icing on the cake for the trip.
And the accommodations could not have been better! Gives a new meaning to tenting. 🙂
I have already given your information to several people and are recommending your company as the way to see Kenya.
And, I would be remiss if I did not mention the guide that we had on our last day in Nairobi. He met us at the airport, took us for lunch and some shopping and then, we told him that we would be happy to just go to the airport and stay there until time to leave. He left us at the airport at 4:00 and told us to let him know when we had our boarding passes. When we got over to the terminal, they would not let us in so we called the guide. He came back for us as he had not left the grounds and then took us to a hotel where he used his connections to get us up to the roof bar where we could rest until we could go back to the airport. Again, he did not leave the airport grounds until we called and told him we had our boarding passes.
From door to door, your company took care of us - through all sorts of weather.
Thanks so much for a trip of a lifetime!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I cannot express enough how grateful and pleased I am with my travel partner, Royal Star Expeditions
I cannot express enough how grateful and pleased I am with my travel partner, Royal Star Expeditions. They have been my go-to plug for every travel plan I've had, from airline reservations to hotel bookings.
One thing that sets Royal Star Expeditions apart from the rest is their incredible customer service. Winnie Mbesa, in particular, always goes above and beyond to make my travel experiences seamless and enjoyable. I can always count on her to pick me up from the airport, regardless of how late my flights arrive. I remember one time arriving in Nairobi at the unfathomable hour of 1.25 am, and Winnie was there waiting for me and my family with a warm smile. Her dedication and willingness to make sure her clients are taken care of is truly commendable.
One of the highlights of my travels with Royal Star Expeditions was the safari to Nairobi National Park. Winnie took my family and me on this unforgettable adventure, and my children were overjoyed to see lions for the first time in their lives. The experience was simply magical, and Winnie's knowledge and expertise in guiding us through the park added an extra layer of excitement to our journey. The memories we made during that safari will be cherished forever.
In addition to their exceptional service and attention to detail, Royal Star Expeditions also has a knack for finding the best deals and offers for their clients. They ensure that I not only have a comfortable travel experience but also get the most value for my money.
Overall, I highly recommend Royal Star Expeditions as a travel partner. Their commitment to making every trip memorable and their willingness to go the extra mile, exemplified by individuals like Winnie Mbesa, truly sets them apart in the industry. Whether you're looking for assistance with airline reservations, hotel bookings, or an unforgettable safari experience, Royal Star Expeditions is the perfect choice.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
5/5 experience
We were extremely happy with our experience. We saw a lot of animals, stayed in very good resorts and enjoyed the conversations with Rahim our driver... and all of it for a very reasonable price. They were extemely professional and happiness, the lady that helped us to plan the trip, was very kind and patient with us, specially because we planned the trip last minute. We will repeat for sure. 100% recommended. thanks for everything
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
10/10 Would Book Again!!!
I have traveled to a lot of places with many tour guides but none as good as Innocente with Safari Soles! Innocente had eyes like a hawk when finding the wildlife and a spectacular scenes of their movements before they happened getting us in position for some amazing experiences! Match that with his unparalleled personality and it makes for a really memorable time!
PT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience with Bosky for the Safari and Maasai Village tour and Nairobi tour as well
Bosky Adventures & Safaris services are great. David is very friendly and patiently explains all the tour details. Hotels chosen were good and drivers in the city and in the safari were also good. Me and my family (including teenagers) loved the 3 days Safari but the best experience ever was the visit to the Maasai village. The Nairobi tour (1 day) was also very good. It included a visit to Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center. Bosky has different packages. You choose what's best for you.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wow! Beyond expectations
The ease of booking, the pickup at our Hotel to the arrival at the first Camp, it was seamless and professional. We weren't there very long when an elephant wandered through the carpark! The Safari's were full of interest with knowledgeable drivers and really lived up to our excitement. The Camp accommodation bettered our imagined standard. The day in Kruger proved to us that it really wasn't long enough, but with our limited timeframe, we knew this was going to be the case. What an exciting time. Our 'Tree-Lodge' experience was as described in the brochure, but didn't describe the Leopard sleeping under a Lodge being woken up and growling because the guest snored loudly all night! You couldn't script a scenario like that! Our time soon came to an end with a promise to ourselves that we need to come back and allow much longer in this great area. The Safari exceeded our perception of what we were expecting and the Staff were very interesting to chat with. A real 5-star experience, recommended.
