Dominic the Director and Jacob Operations Manager
Kentau Safaris
- Offices In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2014)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $250 to $650 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Erika | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent!
My boyfriend I and chose Kentau for our 4 day safari in Amboseli and Tsavo West and East because of their fast response and clear communication. We weren't disappointed. All the logistics from the booking, payment, to the pick-up, and drive to our final destination went smooth and we were always on time. Kentau is a very professional company. Our driver and guide, Fred, was really cool and shared with us a lot of knowledge about the parks and animals we were seeing. It was very easy to talk to him and he was very patient with us. We loved having him as our guide! The hotels we stayed were amazing: beautifully located with a view of Kilimanjaro in Amboseli or close to a lake in Tsavo West and close to a water hole inside Tsavo East. The food was delicious (even for a vegetarian like me) and the rooms were comfortable and spacious. The safari itself was awesome, we saw all the animals that we wanted to see: elephants, lions (lionesses and their cubs; mating couples), a cheetah and her cubs, hippos, giraffes, Somali ostrich, and many more! But we also learned to spot animals and saw many others that we didn't know about. This was truly a great experience for us and we would love to do another safari somewhere else in Kenya with Kentau Safaris!
TW
Email Chen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very thoughtful, professional, well planed in both Kenya and Tanzania.
Dominic was a very thoughtful, well organized planer for our 13 days trip in Kenya and Tanzania.
We enjoyed the trip very much, and our guides, Freddie in Kenya and Joseph in Tanzania both were very professional in Safari (we collected big fives and Cheetah, at the same time they taught us so many knowledges regards to the animal ), driving on route, and keeping us safe( was flooding at Serengeti and we need to cross the river safely).
We will definitely reach Kentau for our next trip for safari.
IT
Email Elena Niccolai | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best safari you can book.
Our safari with Kentau was amazing! We saw wonderful places, the organization was perfect and I wouldn’t change a thing.
We really liked the lodges and hotels they assigned to us and felt very comfortable, our absolute favorite was Ziwani, an unforgettable place!
Dominic was truly kind because he listened to my needs and always accommodated me, so we were able to plan the perfect trip for our family.
Our driver, Modi, was absolutely fantastic! We couldn’t have asked for anything better. He explained so many things to us, fulfilled all our requests, and is genuinely a wonderful person. I wish him all the best!
So I absolutely recommend booking your safari with Kentau, you won’t regret it!
LV
Email Aleksejs Poletajevs | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
This African safari was one of the most vibrant and unforgettable journeys of our lives. The majestic nature, the endless expanses of the savannah, the breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, and, of course, the wildlife in all its pristine beauty—all of it is beyond words. Every encounter with animals was like a small miracle, filled with delight and respect for this amazing world.
A special, sincere thank you to our guide Kiba,for her professionalism, attentiveness, deep knowledge, and passion for her craft. Thanks to you, the safari became more than just a trip, but a true immersion into African life, full of interesting stories, caring care, and a feeling of complete safety. Thanks to Kentau Safaris and personaly, to Mr.Dominic Mwakunghu, for the emotions, impressions, and memories that will stay with us forever!
NL
Email Ian Leentfaar | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Better than what they promised!
We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Kentau Safaris.
From the very beginning, the communication was smooth, clear, and very professional. Everything was well organized, and we always felt informed and taken care of.
Our guide (Modi) was truly exceptional kind, helpful, honest, and genuinely committed to giving us the best possible experience. You could really tell he wanted us to enjoy every moment, and that made all the difference.
The accommodations were outstanding and exceeded our expectations. Every overnight stay was comfortable, beautiful, and perfectly arranged.
In just three days, we saw and did so much that it honestly felt like we had been traveling for an entire week. The schedule was quite full and sometimes a bit busy, but for us that was absolutely perfect. We loved making the most of every moment.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience that we will never forget. We highly recommend Kentau Safaris!
Email Keith Caslin | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent!! Outstanding!!!
My son and I thoroughly enjoyed having 3 safaris’ with Kentau Safari in January 2026. Dominic coordinated my trip and he was top notch in coaching me on what safaris to take as well as managing my trips with the local lodges and the related payments. At first, I was reluctant to hire a local safari operator (Kentau), due to all the illicit scamming going on throughout the world. But Dominic provided 3 references and they all checked out positively including a recent certificate from the Kenyan Tourist agency. With that in mind, I can save lots of time for future interested parties that Kentau Safari’s is LEGITIMATE and an outstanding tour operator. Our guide, driver, coach and friend Fred, did an excellent job in navigating the many potholes, speed bumps, trucks and regular rough safari bumps. Fred was extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of the safari’s; birding, mammal identifications, Kenya history, cultural and customs of the many tribes that can be found in Kenya, etc. William also participated in my 3rd safari, and he did a fine job. To sum up, Dominic and Kentau Safari’s did an excellent job through all facets of our safari’s, and I would highly recommend them to any future customers.
HU
Email Tamara | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Impeccable and professional
In January 2026, my mother and I took part in a safari tour organized by Kentau. The safari lasted four days and we visited three national parks. We started at Tsavo East, where we were able to observe red-backed elephants from a fantastic distance and were lucky enough to see many lions. The second national park was Amboseli, where we admired the sunrise with Kilimanjaro rising magnificently in the background. Here, too, we saw lots of animals, including a huge herd of migrating elephants and a lioness with her four cubs. The final stop on our trip was Taita Hills National Park, where we managed to see a pregnant lioness and a maned lion from incredibly close up. The hotels were breathtaking and the food was impeccable. Kentau is a professional team and everything was organized to a very high standard. Dominic responds quickly to every question and everyone is very helpful. We cannot thank our tour guide, Moddy, enough. We gained a wealth of knowledge, as Moddy told us interesting facts throughout the trip. He is not only a very good tour guide, but also a kind-hearted person, full of energy and smiles. Overall, I highly recommend this team, and if I go again, there is no question that I will choose them!
LT
Email Vaida | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari Experience
An unforgettable safari experience! Everything was perfectly organized by Dominic, and our guide Modi was highly professional and shared a lot of fascinating information about African wildlife and nature. A truly amazing adventure – highly recommended!
Email Karen Heale | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great service when booking and excellent driver guide
Dominic was extremely responsive to all of my many (many!) questions . We booked quite late and he was very flexible. Our driver/guide Chris was very experienced and a very good driver and guide. We did a trip from Nairobi to Amboseli and Tsavo West. Despite lots of rain for the first 2 days Chris did his absolute utmost to make up for this. We saw very large amounts of game. I would happily book through Kenyan again
HU
Email Fatima K.H. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Choose Kentau Safari, if you want lifetime memories.
We were on a 4 days, 3 night Safari with Kentaur Safari and i can say, it just couldn't be better, we see all the big 5, even leopard too in Tsavo east. Our driver Modi was a very intelligent, positive and professional person. He did hist best to make our trip unforgottable. Hotels were stunning, service and communication too. I warmly recommend them.