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Male avatar icon David D United States flag US       Visited: September 2025 Reviewed: Oct 9, 2025

Email David D  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

We only saw a small portion but really liked what we did see

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We visited 2 areas after crossing in from Tanzania at the Namanga border - Amboseli and Nairobi. Amboseli was spectacular. So very dry but this added to the vibe and feeling, particularly at sunset where we watched elephant herds walking towards Kilimanjaro for the night. After a night here we proceeded to Nairobi and took a great driving tour of the city center and then visited Nairobi National Park where we had spectacular up close views of rhinos and lions. The Giraffe Center to see and feed the Rothchild Giraffes was also very worthwhile.

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Female avatar icon ISAAC China flag CN       Visited: July 2025 Reviewed: Oct 8, 2025

Email ISAAC  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

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

Boring alot

1 / 5 1 /5

Will never visit it's pathetic no value for money in the trip

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Male avatar icon Chuck Ankney United States flag US       Visited: September 2025 Reviewed: Oct 2, 2025

Email Chuck Ankney  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

The Maasai Mara was as Advertised!

5 / 5 5 /5
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We visited the Maasai for three nights. We stayed at the Mara Engai Lodge. It is a tented lodge with about 24 tents. The lodge itself and everybody that work there was great! The temp was very spacious and had everything we needed.

We went on two full day safaris and a half day safari during our time at the Maasai Mara. Our guide, Lewice, was fantastic and we saw all of the big five animals. He was very willing to wait until we got our full fill of viewing of each animal. He also had a lot of information about the animals and the flora and Fana of the area. I’m a Sara was very beautiful and the safari were very relaxing. We enjoyed our time there.

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Male avatar icon C Eduardo Emanuele Ecuador flag EC       Visited: September 2025 Reviewed: Oct 1, 2025

Email C Eduardo Emanuele  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Beautiful country. Great for Safari

4 / 5 4 /5
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My only disappointment comes from the specific tour/safari operator who didn’t meet my expectations

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Male avatar icon John from Arizona United States flag US       Visited: September 2025 Reviewed: Sep 30, 2025

Email John from Arizona  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

The Trip of a Lifetime, But There are Some Things to Know Before You Go

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The Good:
My wife and I had an amazing time in the Maasai Mara and surrounding area. The wildlife was abundant, the landscape beautiful, and the local Masai people are very friendly. It was the trip of a lifetime, and as a photographer I couldn't be happier at the images I was able to get. Believe me when I say that the good outweighs the bad and the ugly, which are commented on below. I highly recommend a trip to Kenya, but the comments below are just to give a realistic picture regarding some of the challenges you can expect.

The Bad:
The main drawback is that it can feel overwhelming when you are approached by so many people trying to sell merchandise every time your vehicle stops when you are outside the game reserve. Also, keep in mind that there are no services near the game reserve for pulling out cash. Even our lodge did not have an ATM. Even if there were an ATM, I found out later that my ATM card will not work in Kenya, as my US bank refuses to
Read more do business in the country. Also, the lodge could not break larger bills in American dollars. So bring enough small bills for tips, which you will need everywhere.

The Ugly:
For someone who has not been to an underdeveloped country, the extreme poverty can be a bit jolting. My wife and I have traveled extensively, so we knew what to expect. But with extreme poverty comes the need for security when you are a tourist. We stayed overnight in Nyrobi before heading out to the game reserve and I've never seen so much security screening required just to enter the hotel property. The vehicle was searched by security staff. Then to enter the hotel you go thru TSA style security with bags being scanned and stepping thru a scanner. You can't access the elevator or even the hallway to your room without a key card. That is good for our protection, but sad to see it as being necessary due to criminal elements in the city. We never felt unsafe outside the hotel as long as we were with our guide. However, we would have felt very unsafe without him.

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Male avatar icon Yongbin Wu China flag CN       Visited: September 2025 Reviewed: Sep 29, 2025

Email Yongbin Wu  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Nice and comfortable trip.

5 / 5 5 /5
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Great experience.Safe and exciting.Food is excellent.Very suit for Chinese people.Maybe the chief learn from some Chinese guy.

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Male avatar icon Bn Brown United States flag US       Visited: September 2025 Reviewed: Sep 27, 2025

Email Bn Brown  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

An Absolutely Amazing Experience!!

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Our trip to Kenya was amazing and exceeded my wildest expectations! The safari at the Masai Mari did not disappoint as we saw all of the Big Five. It was stunning to see a pride of lions, who had just taken down a buffalo, devour the beast before our very eyes. To see the rhino, running free (and as fast as our vehicle) elicited oohs and ahs from our entire vehicle. We also visited Lake Nakuru and witnessed it diversity of wildlife and all of the different birds. To witness the vast expanse of the Great Rift Valley was breathtaking. Our final stop was Lake Naivasha where we were overwhelmed by the flora and the fauna, and just the natural beauty of the place. The locals were super friendly, very welcoming, and extremely humble, and made you feel welcome in their country. The food was delicious, and I recommend sampling some of the local dishes for a unique gastronomical experience. Overall, I am very satisfied with my Kenyan experience and have already began making plans to return for
Read more an extended visit. If you are on the fence, thinking about going, I recommend that you get busy and plan your trip. I promise, you will not be disappointed!
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Female avatar icon Kate Covill United Kingdom flag GB       Visited: September 2025 Reviewed: Sep 27, 2025

Email Kate Covill  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Malindi Tsavo Amboseli

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We booked our Safari through Henry who organised the tented camps we wished to stay in for the ever changing number of guests we had! As no one could make up their mind. Patience of a saint. We organised drivers as we had to travel from one National Park to another, but you could use the camp guides if preferred or you are staying in one camp for your trip and they probably know where the game is, as working there every day. Camps inside your chosen park work well as you can stay in the parks longer before they close at 6pm. So if you are staying outside a park you might want to have a whole day in, with a picnic to see the most of it, often it takes 1.5hrs to get to the centres where the game is, especially if just a short stay like we had. Also it’s very important to get new Safari 4x4s with lifting tops not open sides. With USB charging points as your phones will go flat over a full day. Your guide’s if not camp guides are key, they will be showing you all the key spots and talking
Read more about the habitat and animals, check out if they are a qualified guides or trackers. Safari bookings were great and if you follow these tips you will have a wonderful trip which ever safari park you visit. Tsavo East was a huge savannah with much ground to cover but most of the game and elephant is along the Galana river. Amboseli is much smaller, with its lakes and flat marsh, provides for hippo and elephant and most species of antelope. We didn’t see Lion in Amboseli but caught a glimpse of Hyena but the wading birds are beautiful and a wide range of species with flamingo and pelican amongst the hippo if your a birder. Our camp Discovery Camp delightful and simple with a fire pit and pool and importantly owned and run by local Kenyans inside the park for early or night game drives.
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Male avatar icon David Portugal flag PT       Visited: September 2025 Reviewed: Sep 25, 2025

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

Unforgettable safari & warm hospitality in magical Kenya

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Kenya is an amazing destination where every day feels like an adventure. The wildlife parks, from the Masai Mara to Amboseli, are full of incredible animals and unforgettable scenery, with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop. Beyond the safaris, the local culture is rich and welcoming; the warmth of the Kenyan people makes the experience truly special. The weather was generally pleasant, and I felt safe and well taken care of throughout my trip. Highly recommended for anyone who wants both natural beauty and cultural depth!

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Avatar icon Arthur A United States flag US       Visited: September 2025 Reviewed: Sep 24, 2025

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Breathtaking

5 / 5 5 /5
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I went with Super Eagle Travel and Tours and had an outstanding time at Ambroseli Park. Saw all the main animals to see. Staff professional and always helpful. Campsite was new and superb.

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