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User Reviews of Kenya (1,684 Reviews)

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4.7696 / 5 4.8 /5
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Male avatar icon Tom United States flag US       Visited: March 2026 Reviewed: Apr 11, 2026

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

We experienced the best and worst of what Kenya has to offer

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We visited Kenya for roughly two weeks in March, 2026. We were on a fantastic safari for seven days which brought us to Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Hells Gate and Masai Mara Parks/Preserves. The lodging, all Sopa Lodges, was superb as was the dining. Our tour company, Marurumi Safaris was excellent - James and Ivy were personable, knowledgeable and a joy to be with. Most of all the wildlife was unbelievable on all standpoints; accessibility, visibility and the abundance of species.
Outside of the Safari we spent several days in Nairobi was well as visiting Oyugis and Kisumu in western Kenya. Our short visit to downtown Nairobi on day one was marred by being confronted with blatant government corruption. I unknowingly took a single cell phone photo of the parliament building from across a four lane street. I was immediately approached by two guards armed with automatic weapons and threatened with jail and a fine for taking the photo; my phone was also confiscated.
Read more Luckily, I was accompanied by a Kenyan citizen who knew that what the guards really wanted was a bribe. It took roughly 60 USD to get my phone back.
Corruption and open bribery also reared its ugly head at the parks. It was clear that bribes needed to be paid to park officials as park in addition to the official entry fees. It was also clear that the official entry fees are not used to help improve the parks.
Traveling around the country was great; the scenic beauty of the rural countryside, tea plantations and sunsets over Lake Victoria were awesome. But, the lack of infrastructure, pollution and horrendous traffic detracted from the overall beauty.
Male avatar icon Jack United States flag US       Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Apr 10, 2026

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

It was a marvelous experience to be on the Massai Mara and see such a great variety of animals.

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The Massai Mara land is beautiful, as were the great variety of animals I saw. A wonderful experience.

Male avatar icon Sascha Waidmann Austria flag AT       Visited: February 2026 Reviewed: Apr 9, 2026

Email Sascha Waidmann  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Great experience

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Had a wonderful safari experience—everything was well-organized, the scenery was breathtaking, and seeing wildlife up close was truly unforgettable. Overall, a very enjoyable and memorable trip!

Female avatar icon Susan Schmidt Germany flag DE       Visited: March 2026 Reviewed: Apr 2, 2026

Email Susan Schmidt  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Very kind and punctual

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We make masai mara, amboseli, nairobi NP. All were great. But in march at amboseli are very less elephants. I would recommend masai mara and nairobi (with Lots of rhinos).
Great experience

Female avatar icon Greta Italy flag IT       Visited: February 2026 Reviewed: Mar 29, 2026

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

Big Five and Beyond

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Kenya offers a powerful and authentic wildlife encounter that blends adventure, education, and natural beauty. It’s not just about seeing animals, it’s about witnessing nature in its purest form. For anyone with an interest in wildlife or travel, Kenya stands as one of the finest destinations in the world.

Male avatar icon Daniele de Antonis Italy flag IT       Visited: March 2026 Reviewed: Mar 27, 2026

Email Daniele de Antonis  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Good Safari experience

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I did a safari in Kenya and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. Everything was perfectly organized, with great attention to detail and constant support throughout the trip.

The safari was private, and having him as our guide the whole time made a huge difference. He was always available, very knowledgeable, and made the experience truly personal and authentic.

We saw so many animals and enjoyed unforgettable moments, all in complete safety and comfort. Top-level service in every aspect — highly recommended for anyone looking for a well-organized and exclusive safari experience.

Female avatar icon Roxana Romania flag RO       Visited: February 2026 Reviewed: Mar 19, 2026

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

Great trip

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A great experience. The tour guide made sure we see as much as possible. Punctual and serious

Male avatar icon Alexander Pohl Germany flag DE       Visited: February 2026 Reviewed: Mar 15, 2026

Email Alexander Pohl  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

My 1st Safari in Kenya

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Kenya is a beautiful country for safaris. There are numerous national parks, and I chose the 3-day Maasai Mara tour. We left Nairobi early and went on a few-hour evening safari that same day. The next day, we set out early and were on the road for about 13 hours. On the third day, we visited a Maasai village and drove back to Nairobi.

We had a great guide who knows the flora and fauna very well. He accommodated our requests and always positioned us so we could take excellent photos and videos. His driving skills are also perfect for this job.

We saw: elephants, lions, buffalo, a rhino, cheetahs, giraffes, warthogs, wildebeests, zebras, antelopes, gazelles, hyenas, jackals, hippos, vultures, a marabou stork, eagles, and much more.

Now, two things I don’t think are ideal:
There’s quite a lot of plastic litter scattered around the Maasai Mara. Action needs to be taken here. And there’s a lot of off-road driving in the park, and the
Read more landscape looks the part. You can see Land Cruiser tracks everywhere. If this isn’t curbed, the Maasai Mara won’t be recognizable in 10 years.

All in all, I’m very grateful to have had this experience and highly recommend it.
Male avatar icon Mark Brown United Kingdom flag GB       Visited: February 2026 Reviewed: Mar 13, 2026

Email Mark Brown  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Lovely people but we were only there for 1 day and night so difficult to judge.

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In the one day / night we stayed we managed a 4 hour game drive at the Nairobi National Park. Perfect for a 4 hour game drive. Company that organised it were good, good value for money and loved our driver, he was great.

Female avatar icon Florine Thieuleux France flag FR       Visited: February 2026 Reviewed: Mar 11, 2026

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

BEAUTIFUL

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VERY VERY VERY GOOD. ALL WAS VERY WELL
David, our driver, taught us so much. Just a little sad not to have seen a lion up close. We visited Amboseli and Tsavo East.

Thousands thanks for all