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Gemfinders Tours and Travel
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- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2018)
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- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
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We believe a great safari should feel personal, well-planned and fairly priced. Gemfinders Safaris delivers private, tailor-made journeys across Kenya and East Africa with a focus on wildlife, authenticity and flexibility. From the Masai Mara to Amboseli, Serengeti and beyond, our expert guides and trusted lodges create meaningful experiences for couples, families and small groups. With transparent pricing and accommodation options for all comfort levels, we make East Africa easy to explore.
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Professional Planning & Expert Tour Guide: A Top-Tier Safari
Our safari was a fantastic experience, defined by seamless organization and an expert guide.
The Booking Experience
The planning process was smooth and stress-free. Vanessa was easy to communicate with, provided fast responses, and gave us a very clear quote.
Patient & Non-Pushy: They invested a lot of time into meeting our specific requests without being pushy.
Problem Solving: When we had some minor trouble with our room, they provided instant feedback and resolved the issue quickly.
The Safari Guide
Our guide Lawrence was exceptional, balancing professional skill with a deep respect for nature.
Expertise: Lawrence is a safe driver with a great vehicle. He had good knowledge about the wildlife and was eager to share his expertese with the whole group. We were able to experience the Big Five, but also a lot of other animals, all of which are interesting, from small birds, antilopes, giraffes, etc etc. He was able to explain the behaviors and the scenes playing out with the wildlife and other insights to what we were experiencing.
Responsive: Communication was easy, and the guide was highly attentive to our wishes throughout the tour. We have been to other safaris in the past and Lawrence really stands out in his personality and ability to communicate.
Ethical: Lawrence showed great respect for the animals, ensuring we observed them without causing disturbance.
Problem solving: During a trip like this things happen, both with us and others we meet. Lawrence showed excellent ability to adapt to the situations we met. At one time another car got stuck in the mud, Lawrence was quick to join the effort to help them out, which we appreciated, next time it could be us. This approach seem to give him a good network of other operators and staff, seems to know everyone we met along the trip.
We are very happy with the experience and the adventures, they will stay with us for our whole lives. We warmly recommend Gemfinders to anyone wanting a great experience and a solid booking and guiding experience.
Reply from Gemfinders Tours and Travel
Posted on Jan 14, 2026Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and detailed review. It truly means a lot to me and to the entire Gemfinders Tours team that you took the time to share your experience.
I’m very happy to hear that the booking and planning process was smooth and stress-free for you. It was a pleasure working with you and tailoring the safari to your specific wishes. Your kind words about patience, communication, and problem-solving are deeply appreciated.
I’m especially grateful for your wonderful feedback about Lawrence. He is an exceptional guide, and your review perfectly captures his knowledge, professionalism, ethical approach, and genuine passion for wildlife. I will be sure to share your words with him—he will be very proud to know how much his guidance contributed to your experience.
We’re truly honored that your safari created memories that will stay with you for a lifetime. Thank you for trusting Gemfinders Tours and for your warm recommendation. It would be an absolute pleasure to welcome you back to Kenya for another adventure in the future.
A reliable and well-organized tour operator that delivers seamless experiences
I can’t recommend Vanessa from Gemfinders highly enough! From start to finish, everything was handled professionally, efficiently, and with great attention to detail. Vanessa took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and created an itinerary that exceeded our expectations.
Communication was clear and prompt, and I felt completely supported before and during my trip. Every recommendation—from accommodations to activities—was spot on, making the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable.
Our tour guide Sammy, it was like having David Attenborough providing the absolutely exceptional guided tour and made the entire experience unforgettable. From the very beginning, they were warm, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about the destination’s history, culture, and hidden gems. Every explanation was clear and engaging, and Sammy was always happy to answer questions with enthusiasm and insight.
What truly set them apart was Sammy’s ability to personalize the tour—adjusting the pace to suit the group, sharing fascinating local stories, and offering excellent recommendations. Sammy’s passion for the area was contagious and made us appreciate the destination even more.
Thanks to Sammy’s excellent organization, friendly attitude, and attention to detail, the safari tour ran smoothly and was both informative and fun. I would highly recommend this guide to anyone looking for an authentic, enjoyable, and well-curated travel experience. A true professional!
Reply from Gemfinders Tours and Travel
Posted on Jan 3, 2026Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. It truly means a lot to us.
We’re so pleased to hear that the itinerary and planning met (and exceeded!) your expectations and that you felt supported throughout your journey. Creating seamless, personalized trips is always our goal, so your feedback is deeply appreciated.
It’s also wonderful to hear such glowing praise for Sammy. He really is exceptional, and your comparison to David Attenborough made us all smile! His passion, knowledge, and ability to bring each experience to life are exactly what make our safaris so special.
Thank you again for choosing Gemfinders and for trusting us with your trip. We hope to have the pleasure of planning another unforgettable adventure for you in the future.
The tour operators were the absolute best!!
From the planning stages to the trip, everything was just spot on. Tracy, who helped me with planning was always available to answer any and all question. I planned a trip of 18 people and as you can imagine, how many changes can come up with dealing with that high number of people. Tracy was always on point every single step. The 3 tour operators were amazing as well. Got there on time, and were very accommodating to our requests.
Gem Finders Tours and Travel were beyond empecable.
Reply from Gemfinders Tours and Travel
Posted on Dec 27, 2025Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We truly appreciate your trust in us, and we’re glad everything went smoothly from planning to the trip itself. It was a pleasure working with you, and we look forward to hosting you again soon.
NL
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We had a fantastic safari experience in Amboseli, thanks to our amazing driver, Lawrence (Kenya Guid).
He drove safely and professionally from start to finish, and communication with him was easy and smooth. Lawrence is extremely kind, highly knowledgeable about the area and wildlife, and truly knows how to find the animals we were always the first to spot them, with other vehicles following our lead.
Highly recommended!
Reply from Gemfinders Tours and Travel
Posted on Dec 27, 2025Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review. We are truly delighted to hear that you had a fantastic safari experience in Amboseli.
Lawrence will be very happy to hear your kind words. He is indeed a dedicated, professional, and knowledgeable guide, and we’re glad his expertise, safe driving, and ability to spot wildlife early made your safari even more special.
Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we sincerely appreciate your trust in our team. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Kenya for another memorable safari in the future.
BG
Amazing Family Safari with Gemfinders Tours and Travel
We had a fantastic tailor-made safari experience with Gemfinders Tours and Travel and couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out.
We are a family of four with two children, and the trip was perfectly planned for us. Our journey started in Nairobi, continued through Amboseli and Tsavo National Parks (with two nights in the parks), and ended at the beautiful Diani Beach. The mix of adventure and relaxation was spot on.
The wildlife sightings were incredible. Thanks to our amazing guides, we saw lions, elephants, giraffes, and so many other animals — basically all the Lion King characters, which was a huge highlight for our kids.
A big thank you to our guides Lowrance and Eric. They were professional, friendly, and great with children. Their knowledge of the parks and ability to spot animals made every game drive exciting and memorable.
Everything was well organized — comfortable vehicles, smooth transfers, and carefully chosen accommodations. What we appreciated most was the personal approach. This was not a standard tour, but a flexible, thoughtfully designed trip that truly felt made just for us.
Finishing the safari at Diani Beach was the perfect way to relax after the adventure.
We highly recommend Gemfinders Tours and Travel to anyone looking for a reliable company and a customized safari experience, especially families. We came back with amazing memories and would gladly travel with them again!
Reply from Gemfinders Tours and Travel
Posted on Dec 29, 2025Thank you so much for this wonderful and detailed review. We’re truly delighted to hear that your family had such a memorable tailor-made safari experience with us.
It’s great to know that the balance between adventure in Amboseli and Tsavo and relaxation at Diani Beach was just right, and that the wildlife sightings made the trip extra special for your children. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Lawrance and Eric, they’ll be thrilled to know they made such a positive impact.
We’re especially grateful that you appreciated the personal, flexible approach we strive to offer every guest. Creating meaningful, family-friendly experiences is at the heart of what we do.
Thank you for trusting Gemfinders Tours and Travel with your journey. We’d be honored to welcome you back for another adventure in the future.
