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Email Andre L (The Hague) | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful Wildlife and Scenery that is protected and cared for
I visited Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara. In 4 days (3 nights) using Balu travel. Isaac was my private guide and he was amazing. Besides having a hospitality background and gaming experience, he was a friendly and caring guide who made sure that i had a great trip. The hotel in Nakuru ‘Sarova Woodlands’ in Nakuru town was ok with very friendly staff, good internet and buffet restaurant (but no gym) . The tented lodge in Masai Mara ‘Emayian Luxery Lodge’ was amazing. All inclusive and fine dining, jacuzzi in front of the tent and very friendly staff. The two parcs had abundant wildlife including the famous big five. But also many other animals. The facilities inside the parcs are less than in South Africa (no picknick areas with washrooms). This is inconvenient when traveling the whole day. In Masai Mara we made a stop at a crocoldile walk-centre and at the airport for a toilet break, both locations did not have toilet paper.
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Email Céline Brunet | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lovely country, not over-crowded (yet)
We highly recommend inspiredfeetsafari as an operator.
We had such a lovely stay during our vacation. Helpful people, nice landscape and wildlife.
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Email Remigijus Timofejevas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
Everything is ok, but tips are nessasary in every step. So prepare for that.
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Email Kevin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful
Africa is a beautiful place to be specific Kenya in terms on weather and nature
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Email Jeanie Schneider | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful people, wildlife, culture!
We loved our 5 day, 4 night experience. "Glamping" at Enkorak Camp, and relaxing at Lake Nakuru lodge were spectacular. The food, Kenyan people, jeep mates, and driver were awesome!!
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Email Anna LM | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Big Five are here!
Masai Mara: not so much gnu due to migration. Lots of lions 😍
Amboseli: amazing view of Kilimangiaro
Tsavo ovest: wild bush
Amazing experience!
I had an amazing experience in Kenya! All the wildlife I saw in the national parks was incredible! I also had some nice experiences in Nairobi on walking tours, at the giraffe center, the museum, and exploring the shops and markets. I highly recommend this wonderful country full of kind and cheerful people.
Email Suzie | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A place not to be missed
I travelled to Kenya in February 2024.
Flew from Manchester to Heathrow to Nairobi to Mombasa. Experience at Nairobi airport wasn't great. It would have been nice to have been told that I had to pick my bag up at Nairobi airport before catching my connecting flight to Mombasa. More details as to where to catch the flight to Mombasa would have also been good.
Mombasa was an interesting place with lots of history. Spent 3 nights here before heading to Diani beach. Lovely beaches and spent time relaxing. Good bars and restaurants all along the coastal area. Bora Bora was a good place to visit. Had breakfast with a giraffe which was something special.
From Diani beach I went on a 4 night safari with Kenya Bush Expeditions. Went to Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Amboseli National Parks. I wasn't that keen on doing a safari but the rest of my family wanted to do it. Well I'm glad I did it. It was certainly an experience I wouldn't have wanted to miss. Saw so many animals and some really close up.
After the safari I went to Nairobi to finish off the holiday. Nairobi was much cooler which was good from my point of view.
There is lots to see here. Went on another safari! Nairobi National Park. Much smaller than the other National Parks but still well worth a visit. Karen Blixon museum was interesting. The tour guide was very good and there's lots of shopping.
I would really like to go to Kenya again as there is still so much to see.
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Email Thorvaldur S. Helgason | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A magical place where culture and wildlife meet.
I travelled to Kenya in January and spent a week in Nairobi with friends and a week traveling solo. I can honestly say that this was the most amazing trip I've ever had in my life. The culture of Nairobi was unlike anything I've ever seen in a big city. The blend of vibrant urbanism, huge skyscrapers and bustling African markets and the close proximity to nature was perfect. The only drawback being how busy the city is and the lack of public transportation. The highlight of Nairobi were the food in Boho Eatery, the Giraffe center and the nightlife at The Alchemist. During my travels I initally went for a 3-day safari to Maasai Mara with Balu Travel Ltd. Since I was traveling by myself I opted to join another group and I couldn't have been luckier with the group, young people around my age from many different countries. Francis, the bushman, was the perfect guide for the safari, professional, knowledgable and fun to be around. I stayed at Emayian Luxury Camp which was one of the most luxurious hotel experiences I've ever had and the staff there and facilities were top notch. But the most amazing thing by far were the animals themselves. I saw all of the big five, apart from the rhino; lions, elephants, panther, leopard, buffalos, along with giraffes, zebras, pumbas, crocodiles and many more! Seeing these animals in their natural habitat is a sight I will remember as long as I live. After the safari I travelled to the coast, spent a few days by Diani Beach and one day in Mombasa which was also an amazing city and completely different from Nairobi. However, it was a bit too hot there for my Icelandic blood. All in all I couldn't recommend Kenya more as a destination, the culture is vibrant, the food is wonderful and cheap, the nature and wildlife are among the most beautiful in the world and the people are some of the friendliest I've ever met. I will definitely be coming again!
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Email Jeff Jezzard | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Breathtaking and a must see for any nature lover!
Our experience was absolutely amazing. I would recommend the experience and Spirit of Kenya to anyone and everyone. Our driver Kennedy was fantastic. Super friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating and helpful. We made a great friendship with Ken.
The lodging choices were great, we loved them all. The staff at all of the places were fantastic. We especially liked the Lake Nakuru lodge and the PrideInn Tents. The restaurants were great and we loved the bar staff.
The hot air ballon ride was the highlight of our trip. The ride itself was amazing but we loved the breakfast and mimosas afterwards.
We saw all of the major animals and more, was shocked at all of the wildlife, they were everywhere.
Working with yourself and the booking staff was super easy and seamless and made the experience great.
