Off the Beaten Path Safaris LTD — Local services in Arusha

There are many choices in Safari companies, but I promise you that Off The Beaten Path is the right one! The level of detail that was evident in every accommodation, every vehicle, every itinerary plan was perfection. It was clear that this company has a very high standard that I would challenge few others could match.

I watched other guides in vehicles we passed look bored and disconnected. I watched how those other companies encroached on animals, did not demonstrate respect to fellow adventurers or the environment. BUT, not Off The Beaten Path. Our guides conveyed true respect for the environment and others, never comprising. I appreciated that so much and also appreciated how they shared their knowledge with us not just on the animals, but about the environment, the culture, the history of the land, the people.

Our guides were the glue, they held it all together. And they did it flawlessly. They expertly navigated so many personalities, and drew each person into connection, making everyone feel included. That was a gift! It was obvious that how the company is run supports the guides so well that there is a visible freedom from them to operate from a place of joy and passion. Special shout out to owner Salim who extended an extra personal touch by joining us for a few days and checking on and engaging with our group. And special shout out to my favorite guide Humphrey. He was just the best. I laughed so much at his crazy stories, deciphering what was "google" accurate and what was not. The knowledge in that man's head is astounding.

We were able to see so many animals, the migration, the babies, the predators... the landscape, the vistas, the savanna, the bush, the mountains, all so breathtaking. I honestly can't say anything was missing in our experience.

A favorite during the trip was our day in the Crater. It was like stepping into a hidden biosphere. It is a must. Don't miss it.

All together, this is top 2 trips of my life. I can't wait to go back.

I know that for many, cost is key. Yet there are things in life that you should just go all in for and not compromise the quality, and this is one of those things. Don't compromise, honor you bucket list, GO BIG and trust Off The Beaten Path. You will NEVER...

This was a fantastic experience! Loved, loved, loved it. We had total 10 days of safari in Tanzania plus 2 days in Arusha. The safari started in Selous at the incredible Impala Camp, continued with a flight to Arusha where we did a detour to the waterfalls in the vicinity of Kilimanjaro during our 2-day stay there. We then started the road trip from Arusha to Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti from where we later flew to Zanzibar. Off The Beaten Path Safaris team organised all camp/lodge/hotel and flight ticket bookings within mainland Tanzania and helped with the itinerary planning. Jacqueline from the office in Arusha was very helpful, friendly and prompt to respond. The owner Salim was very kind to meet and greet us personally in Arusha during our stay there. It was a very nice touch. The real treat, however, were the incredible driver guides. We were accompanied by 2 brilliant guides: Wilson and Joel in Selous and later on by Wilson alone during the Northern Parks safari circuit. I don’t have enough words to praise our guides’ geographical and nature knowledge! Every drive with them was like immersing ourselves in an encyclopaedia or a National Geographic movie! Their depth of knowledge and narration skills are incredible, and they were so very engaged with us all the time! I still want to especially mention Wilson who was with us alone in the Northern parks - he is the GUIDE by vocation, born to be. Such a great personality, too. And his off road driving skills are mind blowing! We felt very sad to part from him on our last day in Serengeti, had so much fun together. If you are in search for a safari agency for Tanzania, look no further. Off The Beaten Path Safaris is the best and right choice. You will see the Big Five and any other animal spotting wishes you have will be made come true. This company want you to enjoy your time in Tanzania and you will have...

We could not have asked for a better experience for our Tanzania safari! So incredibly grateful to have learned about off the beaten path, because honestly, our safari would only have been half as good, at best, with any other company. Incredibly special shoutout to our guide, wild wild Wilson. He is one of the smartest people I have ever met - there was not a single question about wildlife, reproduction, animal behavior, trees, and so on, that he could not answer! To top it off, he took his time to explain things in detail and it is obvious he has a passion for what he does. Every time we were near another safari vehicle, I was reminded of how fortunate we were to have Wilson and this company, because you just don't see the same enthusiasm anywhere else. Wilson was relaxed, had a positive attitude, and was flexible with our plans throughout the week. We saw all of the big 5, multiple times, and much much more. My expectations were not met - they were exceeded! I also very much enjoyed being on safari during the wildebeest migration.

The planning experience is also very flexible, and you can decide which type of camps you would like to stay at within the parks (a more intimate tent camp or a more luxuary stay). I highly encourage the intimate camping, because you still had appropriate amenities and you got to experience the culture, the environment, and be up close and personal with your wildlife experience (i.e. lions walking through the camps!)

The feel of this company is very family-oriented, and they treat you like family. Shoutout to Salim, Amina, and Rebecca - incredible hosts and planners! Amina checked in on us and took her time to receive any feedback we may have after the trip. When (not if), we go back to Tanzania, it will no doubt be with this company...