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Email Janos Gyapalyi | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tanzania - One of the jewels of the Earth
At the beginning of July 2022, we took part in a four-day safari organized by the Safari Soles Tours office.
We discussed everything by email months before the trip and got exactly what we agreed on.
During our trip we visited Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. The safari was a shared budget tour, but we got maximum experiences for reasonable costs. Our guide took us through the various locations in a professional manner. We saw all the big game except the extremely rare rhinoceros. Our chef prepared delicious meals for us, and during the tour we received not only water, but also beer and soft drinks. We slept in tents for two nights. It was exciting to see the animals walking around the tents. Our car broke down on the way to Serengeti, but they quickly helped us out and we continued with another car.
We became good friends with our travel companions during the safari, and after the tour we relaxed with them in Zanzibar.
We experienced one of the greatest adventures of our lives in the National Parks of Tanzania, thanks to the help of SafariBookings and Safari Soles Tours.
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Email Randy Almond | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular country in so many ways - amazing variety, wildlife, and people
We spent 3 weeks in Tanzania, starting with a week of diving in Zanzibar, moving next to a weeklong safari out of Arusha, and finishing with a multi-day climb to the summit of Mount Meru. The variety of experiences that Tanzania offers is truly remarkable. The beaches, the diving, and the culture in Zanzibar are rich and beautiful. And the highland experience out of Arusha is lush, wild, and high-elevation all within 200kms. It was warm at the beach and cool in Arusha.
We saw amazing wildlife in our safari which took us to Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and both the Central and Northern Serengeti. We saw loads of wildlife, including the great migration crossing the Mara river in the north and a pair of cheetahs rocketing out of the tall grass to make a kill right in front of our safari jeep.
And if you like climbing and are looking for a unique, high elevation experience, check out Mount Meru. It clocks in at just over 4500m and is an amazing 3 or 4 day supported non-technical climb. Where else can you see giraffe and warthogs on an alpine ascent?
The people throughout were friendly, helpful, and genuine. It’s a place to slow down and savor.
In Zanzibar we dove in Matemwe with Eagle Ray divers which is a locally run shop that does dives out on Mnemba atoll. And in Arusha we worked with Safari Soles who booked our safari with Freddy and our climb of Meru with Sam and Eli. All were fantastic and I’d highly recommend them all.
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Email Shiri Zicher | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience.
In Tanzania the safari feels like a trip inside a National Geographic movie, very nice people, breathtaking views. amazing experience. We traveled with a guide from the Lion King company, Emanuel, who was a charming, smart man, knew how to find the hidden animals, told us a lot about them and made sure to make our trip perfect. Staying in the tents in the Serengeti was also a wonderful experience, something we will remember forever.
Email Caitriona McKnight | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best safari trip ever!!
We chose a 3 day safari trip, Day 1: Tarangire National Park, Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater, Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park. Simon was assigned our guide for all 3 days and we stayed overnight at Twiga lodge. We were greeted warmly by Godlisten at Arusha airport and met at the end of our trip (and dropped off at the airport). All parks were very different and each well worth a trip to, however it was the people that made the trip so amazing!
SIMON is an amazing 5* guide, not only is his subject knowledge excellent and totally up to date, but his knowledge and his interest extends beyond the safari animals to all of the surrounding nature. Theres rarely a question he cannot answer - and believe me we asked loads. When uncertain, he has the humility to admit that he doesn’t know and will research into it, returning quickly with an answer.
His genuine total respect for the animals and indeed the whole environment is impressive! What stands out most is his enthusiasm, sense of humour, love of the animals (they come first) and genuine love of his own profession.
We were treated like royalty by all staff, at Twiga Lodge, and they were so genuinely nice people. Rooms are clean - nice shower, clean sheets and towels - just what you want. We had been on safari all day. It was lovely to be greeted by the receptionist JACQUELINE, who showed us around. It was lovely to see the welcoming swimming pool and even nicer to be assigned our very own chef for the evening - FAUSTINE SONGA . The food was perfect, he cooked us the best soup we have both ever tasted / pumpkin soup, WOW! It is impossible (and we tired) to find a better Hotel to stay. Great hotel, excellent staff who are genuine and down to earth providing the best service, making you feel special! Give me Twiga (giraffe) lodge any day - just like the giraffe, they reach the highest standards.
Godlisten/ Colours Africa provide an exceptional service for a very reasonable price! We would unreservedly recommend them! 5*
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Email Miguel Ángel Mestre | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great way to get in touch with Africa for first time
I booked a 2 night/3day safari in Nyerere National Park, starting the trip from Zanzibar and finishing back there (flights included).
I choose Shammah Wonder Safari as I took 3 quotes, and from there, Justin, the owner of the company, got in touch with me and started asking me my needs and preferences, making sure everything was okay and perfect.
He helped me with all the details, even booking some accommodation in Zanzibar and finding me a driver, Makame.
I had the chance to know him and he was a very charming man who wanted to help in everything he could, so I highly recommend you to book your safari and activities through him.
About the safari, It was a really nice experience, so I could see lions, elephants, giraphs, impalas, zebras, hipos...It is not always easy to find them, but the guides where making an effort trying to find them and explaining you everything they knew about them and the land. Particularly I was very happy with my guides Jackson and Eli, who where very charming and welcoming, with a great level of english.
The accommodation was at Africa Safari Camp, and in my opinion was great, with a nice place to sleep and great food. Masai where guarding the place and they where really nice with guests. At night I had the chance to dance with them and it was an amazing moment I will never forget.
The one thing you should ask, is if you are going to a village or a school, as I did and didn't know. Then, you will have the chance to bring some materials and stuff to children and people over there that could use it and take profit.
In conclusion, this is one of the best experience I ever had and you will not regret if your attitude is positive, curious and grateful.
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Email Shesny Denys | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beautiful trip
Fantastic thing to go on safari to Serengeti & ngorongoro. Beautiful scenery, so many animals, a good guide, magical campsites and good food.
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Email Joao | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good
Definitely worth it for us.
The fact the 3 days are split into different kind of safaris is very nice. The guides are funny and overall it was a great experience in every day.
The driver was also really good and took us to some places where no other cars were.
Accommodation was also quite nice and cozy. Although it could get quite loud in the night because of the baboons (but there's nothing really that you can do about that), the food really surpassed all our expectations (specially because we are vegetarians) and the staff was very friendly as well.
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Email Roberto Castellana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic
We went to serengeti, ngorongoro crater, lake manyara and zanzibar. All beautiful
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Email Peter Strand | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great cultural and scenic experience
I loved my experience in Tanzania mostly for the fact that the locals are the only ones leading the tours and expeditions. I felt like I had a more genuine experience because the hotels, guides, drivers, and porters were all native to the country and there was a lot of open communication about their experiences and perspectives. Plus their hospitality and expertise were incomparable. Everything worked out without a hitch and I have nothing but respect and admiration for the country and its people.
I went on a Safari in the Serengeti and climbed Kilimanjaro and I felt very well taken care of the entire time.
Also, the food was always fantastick.
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Email Jon Hersh | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Unforgettable
Our safari with Zohar was absolutely incredible! From the wildlife to the accommodations to the service we received before, during, and after the trip was flawless. We were met as soon as our plane arrived, and we were taken to the airport as we waved goodbye to our new Tanzanian friends. Every detail was planned, and we were prepared for the trip of a lifetime. Our driver/guide Solomon was knowledgeable, personable, friendly, and accommodating. And of course Lilian, the owner of Zohar, was fantastic as well. She gave me and my family the persnal touch that made this trip so special. Asante sana to all our new friends in Tanzania!
