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Felipe and Andrea   –  
Colombia CO
Visited: May 2025 Reviewed: May 30, 2025

Email Felipe and Andrea  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing tour operator
5/5

Amazing Safari Experience with Splendid Vacations!
From the very beginning, our experience with Splendid Vacations — through James, our tour consultant — was perfect! They truly understood our needs and helped us design the tour exactly the way we wanted. James was always attentive and open to all the changes we requested.

Once we arrived in Nairobi, our guide Masila was already at the airport waiting for us. Thanks to him, the safari exceeded all our expectations — he has deep knowledge of the areas and knows exactly how to track the animals. On top of that, he is a genuinely kind and helpful person, always supporting us with anything we needed and also very flexible.

We knew the safari would be an incredible experience, but thanks to James and Masila at Splendid Vacations, it was even better than we imagined! We 100% recommend this agency. Thank you so much!

Rich, Edie, Jan & Dennis   –  
United States US
Visited: May 2025 Reviewed: May 26, 2025

Email Rich, Edie, Jan & Dennis  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

The most effective and customer-oriented professional booking agent we have ever worked with.
5/5

There were four of us on a safari to Amboseli, Nakuru, Masi Mara and Hells Gate. This was the first time to Africa for my wife and me. The other two members of our group have both worked and lived in Kenya (Peace Corps, National Geographic, and various anthropological digs such as Richard Leaky). In various ways we were amazed and the experience we had. The flora and fauna, obviously, was remarkable. We saw many things that can only be described with photos…like a bloated dead hippo in a river being reduced to nothing by lions, hyenas and crocs. What made our experience even more enjoyable was the highly qualified and experienced driver and guide who took knew where to go in our safari vehicle. Truly, we had THE experience of a lifetime, and for a couple of us, we’re talking lives that started in the first half of the last century. Asante, Shii…

Fan   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: April 2025 Reviewed: May 10, 2025

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

Wonderful and thoughtful experience
5/5

We had booked a private tour through Spendid for 5 days and had the most amazing adventure! The beauty of various locations across Kenya (and in particular Masai Mara) is of course everything we had wanted and more, and saw lots of animals despite it being “off peak” season.

The Splendid team itself was also wonderful, Rachel who was incredibly patient and helpful in assisting us to find the right package, and was checking in on us during the trip. We really appreciated the time we got to spend on the road with our driver / guide Augustine who did a great job getting us to locations not only safely but with a lot more knowledge. He also did his best in tracking down the big five for us :)

All in all, we had a wonderful trip and would love to return again some day. Highly recommend this tour operator!

Timothee   –  
France FR
Visited: April 2025 Reviewed: May 5, 2025

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

We had an unforgettable 4-day safari experience organized by Splendid Vacations! From start to finis
5/5

We had an amazing 4-day safari organized by Splendid Vacations — an experience we’ll never forget! Everything was smooth and well taken care of from the beginning to the end.

A special thanks to our guide, Mwololo, who was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and made us feel safe and welcome throughout the journey. His experience and sharp eyes allowed us to see a wide variety of wildlife, especially in Amboseli National Park, where we enjoyed incredible views of elephants, antelopes, birds, and even a hyena!

Our stay in Taita Hills was especially memorable — a peaceful and cozy experience where we almost had the place to ourselves. Tsavo East was a bit more challenging in terms of wildlife spotting, but we were lucky enough to see lions there, which was a real highlight.

All the accommodations along the way were clean, comfortable, and perfectly located. We were also very lucky with the weather — even though it was the rainy season, we had no rain during the days, making our safari even more enjoyable.

We highly recommend Splendid Vacations for anyone looking for a well-organized, authentic, and unforgettable safari adventure!

Hans von Schenck   –  
Germany DE
Visited: April 2025 Reviewed: Apr 28, 2025

Email Hans von Schenck  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Well organised tour with great experiences and without any problems
5/5

We went on a 6 day safari in April 2025 with Splendid Vacations. The tour was very well organised and the itinerary could be adjusted beforehand at our own request. Questions prior to the start of the safari were always answered quickly and there were no outstanding issues. The tour guide James was great and was one of the main reasons for the awesome experience . He was always on site at the agreed times and gave us great insights during the safaris, but also during the drives from one camp to the next. The camps were all very clean and in good condition.
The trip ended up being much more than we expected, was a extraordinary experience and we would do this again and again through Splendid Vacations.

Logan Neerakaram   –  
Malaysia MY
Visited: April 2025 Reviewed: Apr 17, 2025

Email Logan Neerakaram  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Awesome 10 days wild life safari packages provided
5/5

Huge thanks to @splendid for organizing such an unforgettable trip! Everything was so well-planned—from the itinerary to the accommodations. I didn’t have to worry about a thing! The team was super friendly, always responsive, and made sure we were comfortable at every step.The best packages i got from the few surveys for the Kenya 10 days wildlife safari.
I have been contacted by Dennis from Splendid Vacations and he has provided the 10 days perfect Safari packages as per my request. All our stays was clean, modern, and well-equipped with good locations where can see animals 🦓🦒🐃 from our room.The staff were genuinely friendly and went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable.The breakfast spread was also really impressive with both local and Western options. Overall, a fantastic stay.
He always follow up with me on the safari plan and even help me a lot with my ETA submission to Kenya as we are having some issues with the name printed in ETA as per our passports.
The price, selection of accommodations and game drive is exactly followed as per itinerary listed in the packages from day 1 to day 10.
Dennis also accomodate my spouse request to do a surprise birthday celebration by the hotel staff.
Also on last day our vehicles having issues and they immediately send a rescue and provide us a dinner at Hilton Hotel. Thank you so much.
Our Driver Rono is well known about the routes to go to each parks and also quick in spotting the animals.
He also very knowledgeable on the each animals and explained well to us of their habitats and activities. He always ensure our safety first while driving us to anywhere.
We are fully satisfied with their services as we are first a bit worried on the services but its proven our assumptions is wrong.
Thanks again for the absolute awesome services & such a memorable experience. I’ve already recommended you to friends and family, and I’m looking forward to planning another trip with you soon!

Piti, FB:HaveANextTrip   –  
Thailand TH
Visited: April 2025 Reviewed: Apr 14, 2025

Email Piti, FB:HaveANextTrip  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Excellent experience for first time safari tour
5/5

**Our First African Safari with Splendid Vacations**

This was our first trip to Africa and our first safari experience, but Splendid Vacations made it truly unforgettable. From their professional tour management and comfortable vehicle to the excellent accommodations and incredible game drives, every detail exceeded our expectations.

Our driver and guide, Julias, made each day extraordinary. Every game drive brought new and exciting discoveries, and his passion and dedication kept us inspired throughout the journey. He encouraged us to embrace every moment, making our adventure even more rewarding.

This trip went far beyond what we had imagined. We wholeheartedly recommend Splendid Vacations and Julias to anyone seeking an exceptional safari experience.

Marina   –  
Italy IT
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Apr 1, 2025

Email Marina  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Excellent experience from start to finish
5/5

Beautiful safari with Splendid Vacation. Excellent organization from start to end. They picked us up at our Resort with a Toyota 4x4 just for our group of 5 people. Our driver was James, unfortunately he didn't speak Italian as requested so we definitely missed something in the explanations but he was searching every time for animals. James knew where to go for the best viewing and photography opportunities. He was kind and punctual. We visited Tsavo East and West and Amboseli. Lodges recommended by the company were all excellent, clean and comfortable, all with nice pools to swim in. During the safari we saw many elephants and antelopes as well as buffalo, giraffes, zebras and even 2 lionesses with 2 cubs. We also have a night safari. We seen 4 of the big 5. The trip was excellent, we enjoyed it a lot.

Seth   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Apr 1, 2025

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

An amazing adventure from start to finish
5/5

I can’t say enough about this whole operation. From start to finish e ruined made this experience seem less. The booking was smooth, Maryann was extremely helpful and friendly.
When we arrived our guide Willy was friendly and kind. He played awesome reggae music for us the whole drive to the preserve. He was extremely knowledgeable and catered to all our needs.
The staff at the resort takes all pressure off of your shoulders and anticipates all your needs.
The food was amazing and the staff is so nice.
Stephen, Cynthia and Wilson went out of their way to accommodate anything we wanted.
The wieght of the world rolls off your shoulders at this place. I can’t say enough about everything. If we ever return to Kenya- this is where we will be returning! A million thanks!!!

Sindy, Raissa and Val   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 20, 2025

Email Sindy, Raissa and Val  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Willy truly made our stay in Kenya unforgettable, becoming the highlight of our entire trip.
5/5

From the moment we landed to our departure, every detail was flawlessly orchestrated, ensuring a seamless and magical experience. Our guide, Willy, was nothing short of amazing-his expertise and passion brought the wonders of Kenya to life, allowing us to see everything we dreamed of and more. We love you, Willy, and when we come back, you'll be stuck with us again!
If you're planning a trip to Kenya, do yourself a favor and reach out to them and ask for Willy.
They crafted an itinerary that exceeded all expectations, making our journey truly special. I can't wait to return and explore even more with them!

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