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Splendid Vacations
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2023)
- Member Of:
- AMREF & TOSK
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
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The Splendid Vacation team guarantees you an unrivaled African travel experience by offering safaris to unequalled tourism destinations in Africa. Our collection of safaris and lodges are advantageously located in Africa's most sought-after National Parks and Game Reserves.
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Excellent Service and an Incredible Guide
We really appreciate James' help in planning our 10-day trip through the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo East, and Taita Hills, as well as his professionalism throughout the entire booking process.
We can honestly say that everything went perfectly, and we couldn't be happier with the experience.
The vehicle, accommodation, food, itinerary, and timing were all excellent. Every part of the trip was well organized and exceeded our expectations.
Thanks to our guide, Rono, we were lucky enough to see many rare animals. He was always patient and gave us plenty of time to enjoy each sighting without ever making us feel rushed. His knowledge, experience, and passion made the safari even more special.
In fact, thanks to him, we started planning our next trip before this one had even ended!
We highly recommend James and Rono to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari experience.
Well organized with a great human touch
The destinations and accommodations were great (including the food), the itinerary was well thought out. Our guide Timothy took good care of us, always attentive to our needs and preferences; he was also knowledgeable about the itinerary, the place, and the animals. It did not hurt that he was very well connected with everybody, from park rangers to hotel stuff, which made everything smooth. Amazing value!
Expert guide and crafted a perfect, tailored experience
We booked a 6-day safari and it was an absolute dream. Each of the four different properties where we were booked was unique, comfortable and beautiful. The game drives were a thrilling and I will never forget them. Our guide, Timothy, made it his mission to have us witness all that each park offered and he delivered!! Timothy was so kind and the way he engaged with the lodge staff and his colleagues reflected his kind nature and it was clear that he is well respected. We felt safe and well taken care of with Timothy.
TH
Simply Amazing from Start to Finish
Very good company. We spent 10 days on safari and it was simply amazing. Thanks to James for the great organization and easy communication. Our guide, Rono, was incredible and highly knowledgeable, we managed to see all the animals we expected and even more. Highly recommended
CN
Rachael's Flawless Planning；Masila's Extraordinary Heart.；The Safari of a Lifetime.
My wife and I just got back from the 8-day Kenya safari (May 2–9, 2026) with Splendid Vacations, and honestly, it was all made possible by two people: Rachael and our guide Alex Masila.
Rachael handled all the planning from the start. She replied to every message quickly, really listened to what we wanted, and put together an itinerary that just worked — Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli. Every transfer, every lodge, every park fee, every meal, all of it went smoothly. It felt like she genuinely cared, and that made a huge difference even before we arrived.
Then there is Masila. He is simply the best guide we have ever had. He knows so much about the animals and the parks, and he has this amazing ability to find wildlife and get us right up close without ever feeling intrusive. We saw things we never thought we would see.
But what really touched us happened in the middle of the trip, when my wife got very sick late at night. I called Masila, and without any fuss, he arranged everything — took us to a doctor in the early hours, stayed with us the whole time, helped translate, and kept reassuring us until we knew she was okay. After that, he quietly adjusted the pace over the next couple of days so my wife could rest properly. He never made us feel like a burden. He just took care of us like we were his own family. We will be grateful forever.
On top of all that, Masila is just a joy to be around. He told us stories about growing up on a fruit farm, and how he dreams of going back to the orchards one day. You can see how much he loves nature — his face would light up every time we spotted an animal. He was patient, kind, funny, and completely genuine.
The trip itself was incredible. The Masai Mara gave us lions, cheetahs leopards, and endless plains full of wildebeest. Lake Nakuru was full of rhinos and flamingos. Lake Naivasha was peaceful — we did the boat ride and walked on Crescent Island surrounded by giraffes and zebras. And then Amboseli — watching big herds of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background, it almost doesn't feel real. The lodges were all comfortable and well chosen (Mara Serena, Lake Nakuru Sopa, Lake Naivasha Sopa, Kibo Camp), and the Land Cruiser handled every rough track perfectly.
Everything ran so smoothly, and that really comes down to Rachael's planning and Masila's deep knowledge of every place we visited.
If you book with Splendid Vacations, just ask for Masila. You'll get an incredible guide and a real friend.
