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4.7737 / 5 4.8 /5
4.8931 / 5 4.7954 / 5 4.5788 / 5 4.4934 / 5

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Avatar icon Jean Portugal flag PT       Visited: August 2018 Reviewed: Sep 3, 2018

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Despite teething troubles at the beginning it was really really fantastic!

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All in all our safari was truly fantastic and we were very impressed by the amount of wildlife we saw. However, what was not so good was that our first hotel was changed. It was supposed to be upgraded but it turned out that we had actually been downgraded to a horrible Chinese owned lodge that was still in construction. Their was a distinct smell of open sewage from our terrace. Food was like being in a self service canteen. It was a TERRIBLE start to our holiday. We complained bitterly about this to the safari operator and in the end we got better hotels in compensation. So it worked out well in the end. What we also didn't like and I think is really worth saying is that we heard of some drivers being drunk on the job and turning up late for their clients. When you have paid a lot of money and flown half way across the world then you want to have a driver who cares and is responsible. The roads in Kenya are particularly rough and you need a good and competent driver to make sure
Read more you are all safe. Our driver was competent and always on time, however, he did have a bit of an attitude problem which was very unprofessional. However, all in all it was a fantastic trip and I can't thank Mr Othiellon of Kenya Walking Survivors enough for all his organisation. He was always very co-operative and answered any email queries I had straight away.
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Male avatar icon Krzysztof Dziubiński Poland flag PL       Visited: August 2018 Reviewed: Sep 3, 2018

Email Krzysztof Dziubiński  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Awesome experience!

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Awesome place to see so many animals in their natural habitat. Definitely unforgettable experience!

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Female avatar icon Lorraine Cranfield United Kingdom flag GB       Visited: August 2018 Reviewed: Sep 3, 2018

Email Lorraine Cranfield  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Wonderful to see the animals in the Garden of Eden, a true paradise on earth.

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My son and I spent three nights at Basecamp Mara. Our well equipped tent stood alongside the river and from our deck we could see and hear the animals across the river which was often forded by the baboon troupe who lived in the tree opposite. The campsite was about a ten minute drive away from the entrance to the Mara and was very well laid out with paths through the many trees surrounding the tents. The dining area was lit by candles only in the evening, the food good and the staff very attentive. Nearby was the fire pit and seating area where we could socialise with other guests and sample the local culture as we were entertained by the Masai singing and dancing. We were escorted around the camp site after dark by a Masai carrying a torch and spear!

Our driver/guide collected us from Nairobi and was with us for the four days of our trip before taking us back to the airport. George was an extremely good, careful driver who was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic and
Read more good company. He planned our game drives in the Mara well and we enjoyed a 'bush breakfast' and on another day a picnic lunch watching a group of cheetahs. The wildlife was plentiful we saw herds of elephants, giraffe, buffalow, wildebeasts, hippos, and at least a thousand migrating zebra who were making the way back to the Mara River and Serengeti. The big cats were much in evidence and we saw many lion and cheetahs plus hyenas. It was wonderful to be so close to the wild life who were unconcerned by the many people gazing at them.

We chose Spirit of Kenya because we were impressed by the clear and organised way they presented their initial quote. The office staff were very helpful and arranged a wonderful tailormade safari for us and absolutely everything went beautifully.
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Female avatar icon Patharin Varanyuwatana Thailand flag TH       Visited: August 2018 Reviewed: Sep 3, 2018

Email Patharin Varanyuwatana  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Every day in Kenya is happy and valuable.

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This is our first Safari tour in Kenya.I made wright decition to choose Features Africa Journey as our tour.I pick this company because it is only few years old.The Land Crucer is new.However the driver Gerard has 14 years of experience.He really did his job well.We saw so many animals.The wheather in Kenya during August is excellent.The people in Kenya is really nice especially children .They weave at our car when we passed by. We really enjoy our Safari trip.Thank you the company and people of Kenya.We will recommend the company to our friends.

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Avatar icon Diana Meager Australia flag AU       Visited: July 2018 Reviewed: Sep 1, 2018

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Informative, breathtaking

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Wonderful wild life. Stunning scenery, mild weather, awesome accommodaton with views, knowledgeable guides, wonderful balloon ride,

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Female avatar icon Doreen di Virgilio Australia flag AU       Visited: August 2018 Reviewed: Sep 1, 2018

Email Doreen di Virgilio  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

The accomodation was superb, the animals amazing and the scenery was breathtaking

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An overall wonderful experience in Kenya. It exceeded all my expectations. The people are beautiful, so warm and friendly. Our accomodation was fabulous and some with breathtaking views. So wonderful to watch the elephants while you eat your breakfast. Weather was mostly great. Hot sunny days and cool nights.. The animals were incredible and we saw them in the masses. The food was excellent and in abundance. Wonderful to drive along the highways and see how the people live albeit some very bumpy roads.
Kenya gets under your skin... I loved it!!!

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Male avatar icon Kurt United States flag US       Visited: July 2018 Reviewed: Aug 29, 2018

Email Kurt  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Excellent outing. Saw all the wildlife that we hoped for, and more. Great accommodations.

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Wildlife was great. Parks were open and you definitely had the feel that you were seeing the animals in their environment. Weather was great. Lows in the 50's, highs in the 70's. No rain. Driver / guide was outstanding. Road to Masai Mara was terrible, but new road is under construction. All of our accommodations were excellent.

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Female avatar icon Isabel Philippines flag PH       Visited: August 2018 Reviewed: Aug 28, 2018

Email Isabel  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

The review below is the personal opinion of Isabel and not that of SafariBookings.

Brace 6 hours of rough road

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Transportation
All or mostly rough roads.advance info should be given.not for the elderly or disabled people

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Avatar icon D. Ex Ghana flag GH       Visited: August 2018 Reviewed: Aug 28, 2018

Email D. Ex  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

It was nice to meet the wild!

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We went on two safari trips with bushtroops: maasai mara and ambosseli. As a family traveling with young children we felt comfortable and safe throughout the entire trip. Our driver, Joseph was mindful of the characteristic of our group as well as attentive to our needs and requests. The accommodations, in Sentrim and Sopa lodge, that were selected for our journey were clean, safe, family-friendly and serene. Sleeping in the comfortable and solid permanent tent is a great first experience in the "wild" for city folks' like us. The food was really good. We enjoyed the African special tea, the most.
We recommend the whole experience.
Please note that the drive to Maasai Mara is longer than to ambosseli, but for what you'll experience, it is worth it.

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Male avatar icon Stefano de Gradi Italy flag IT       Visited: August 2018 Reviewed: Aug 28, 2018

Email Stefano de Gradi  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Great Safari in Kenya with Back of Africa Adventure

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I would recommend Back of Africa Adventure without any hesitation. Good and fast communication from the first email. For the Safari we used a minivan only for us (2 persons) and the acomodations were ok. The guide Simon was great and help us in any possible way.


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