Beacon Safaris Team in Masai Mara
Beacon Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2010)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $120 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Great value safari with a few unexpected challenges
This agency offers fair pricing and managed to book our favourite lodges unavailable via other agents. Pre-trip replies were timely and helpful.
We met a few hiccups on safari: our vehicle had two mechanical faults causing delays, with long seven-hour drives between locations. Binoculars we expected were not provided, and wildlife sightings mostly relied on following other vehicles.
Our guide Anthony was lovely, knowledgeable about animals and Kenya, and great to talk to. A small wish: a slightly quicker driving pace for transfers.
Overall a budget-friendly pick. Do keep an open mind for unexpected safari situations. The team were helpful, and Anthony fixed the vehicle to get our trip back on track.
SG
Email Vivien | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Alex is a very proactive driver/guide, we saw alot of animal encounters because of his hard work.
We had a fantastic experience with Beacon Safaris! The itinerary was well planned out by Robert and it was not too rushed. Though we felt that we could have skipped Lake Nakuru and spend one more night in Masai Mara but we would not have known that before we went on the tour.
The accommodations were all very comfortable and have excellent service except for Samburu Sopa Lodge as it could get very hot during the day and there was no electricity during the afternoon. There was also no fan provided in the room.
We felt that the price we paid for the trip was well worth it as there were no nasty surprises and everything was well planned with a driver/guide to bring us around.
As for the tour itself, Alex, our driver/guide was very proactive and did a wonderful job in letting us catch rare animal encounters. He went the extra step and put in extra hours just to locate the leopard in Samburu. He has also managed to maintain safe and efficient driving even though he has been driving for many hours. He also shared many informative snippets about the wildlife. On the second day of Masai Mara, he also put in the extra effort so that we could have a higher chance of witnessing the Great Migration - and the beautiful sunsets.
On the final day, on our request, he also brought us to a restaurant in Nairobi to have our dinner before boarding our flight as it would be difficult to travel around the city with luggages. We really appreciate it as he has to put in extra hours too.
Thank you Beacon Safaris for organising a wonderful tour of Kenya for us and allocating us such an experienced and wonderful driver/guide!
DK
Email Raya Karim | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded our expectations, and we couldn’t be more happy!
Our journey with Beacon Safaris was truly amazing from start to finish, and their attentiveness and professionalism made a real difference at every stage from the initial planning of our trip to the safari itself.
As this was our first time on safari, we needed a knowledgeable travel partner we could rely on, and we found exactly that with Beacon Safaris. From the very first conversation, the process was transparent, well-organised, and refreshingly quick. Our questions were always answered promptly, and we never felt left in the dark about any part of the planning. Robert, in particular, was a huge help — patient, clear, and generous with his advice. His guidance gave us real confidence in our choices, and by the time we left for Kenya, we felt fully prepared and excited.
Our guide, Daniel, made the trip unforgettable from the very first day. He was warm and friendly, and his knowledge of the parks and wildlife was great — it was clear he has a deep respect and passion for his work. We visited both the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru, and Daniel guided us thoroughly through each day, always keeping us informed about the plan ahead. Thanks to his experience, we saw everything we had hoped for and more, and he added so much extra along the way with his stories and anecdotes from years on the job. His skill at spotting animals and reading the parks made every game drive feel really exciting.
All in all, this was a fantastic experience from beginning to end. We can wholeheartedly recommend Beacon Safaris, and we wouldn't hesitate to book with them again the next time our travels take us back to Kenya.
BE
Email Muriel | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, flexible, communicative, dedicated en passionate ! Superb!
We just returned from a wonderful 3-day safari to Maasai Mara with Beacon Safari and our driver Carlos. They were responsive and quick to communicate beforehand, flexible about our departure time, and we even got a surprise upgrade for our overnight stay (a better lodge).
Carlos, as our driver/guide, made the safari even more amazing thanks to his passion for nature and his dedication to making the most of the experience for us and spotting as many animals as possible. On top of that, he brought cheerfulness, optimism, a sense of perspective, and a relaxed mindset. Great experience !
RO
Email Marius Ciortan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience
We just returned from an incredible safari adventure booked through BeaconSafari, and the entire experience was flawless from start to finish.
The booking process and communication with Robert were super smooth; he was incredibly professional and ensured every detail was cleared up before we even left, which gave us total peace of mind.
A huge thank you to our guide, Antony, who truly went above and beyond to make this an unforgettable trip. Not only was he a smooth and safe driver, but he was also incredibly mindful of the wildlife and possessed a wealth of knowledge about the animals, Kenyan history, and the local landscape. He even took the time to share helpful tips for our stay at the Sopa Lodge, which really enhanced our experience.
If you are looking for a professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring team for your safari, we cannot recommend BeaconSafari highly enough!
Email Scott | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari Experience
My wife and I booked two separate 3 day/2 night Safari’s through Beacon Safaris.
The first Safari was a drive in from Nairobi to Amboseli with our guide, Carlos. Carlos was an excellent driver who seamlessly navigated the park and communicated with other guides to maximize the number and variety of animals we observed within the park. He was also very knowledgeable about the animals and their habits.
Although the roads in Amboseli are quite rough and dusty, we found the experience to be well worth it.
We flew in to our second safari from Nairobi to the Maasi Mara, and were met by our guide, Alex. Alex was also an excellent guide, university, educated in animal tourism, and was very adapted finding the animals which was a bit more challenging than on our previous Safari. We ended up seeing four of the big five as well as the beginning of the great migration of animals coming from Serengeti to the Massi Mara.
We highly recommend Beacon Safaris in their guides as they were competent, knowledgeable, prompt, and very friendly.
DE
Email Kristin | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable adventure - our tailored safari & birdwatching tour was simply fantastic
This was my second trip with Beacon Safaris, this time with my sister and a friend. Communication was easy and Robert had tailored the 8-day-program according to our wishes: from Nairobi to Naivasha, Nakuru, Kakagamega Forest and Masai Mara, including birdwatching. Our guide Alex was amazing! You cannot wish for a better companion on a safari. He is super friendly and knowledgable and was always happy to answer our questions. Alex knows his birds and mammals very well and would always stop and point out animals to us. We easily spotted the Big Five in a week and also well over a hundred bird species. Kakamega Forest is a wonderful place for birding and a local birding guide took us on several walks to see incredible birds such as the Blue Turaco and many more. All our accommodations were really nice, with Mtito Camp and Rondo Retreat sticking out as truly unique. Beautiful locations and very friendly, committed staff. Obviously a tailored safari has its price but the amazing week we spent watching Kenya's marvellous wild- and birdlife with Alex was worth every cent and much more. We will cherish it for the rest of our lives. I can only recommend Beacon Safaris to everyone looking for a perfectly organised safari with a brilliant guide.
Email Mel Jones | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Seamless, Spectacular Safari That Surpassed Every Expectation
We are a group of seven ladies who recently completed a tour with Beacon Safari, travelling through the Great Mara, the Mara River, the Mara Triangle overlooking the Serengeti, and onward to Lake Naivasha for a boat and walking safari. From start to finish, this trip surpassed every expectation in every possible way.
Our guide, Alex, was exceptional throughout. He was consistently informative, polite, and attentive, ensuring every detail of our experience was thoughtfully managed. His deep knowledge of the region meant he always knew the best times and the best places to take us, giving us the flexibility to see all the wildlife we hoped for — lions, elephants, rhino, giraffe, zebra, hippo, buffalo, cheetah, and a beautiful variety of antelope, all up close. These unforgettable moments were possible because Alex understands the land and its rhythms with remarkable skill.
The truck was extremely comfortable, making long days in the bush enjoyable and relaxed. The accommodation arranged by Beacon Safari was equally impressive: Sopa Lodge Masai Mara and Sopa Lodge Lake Nakuru were excellent, offering comfort, great service, and stunning views that added so much to the overall experience.
Beacon Safari’s communication was outstanding from beginning to end. Every question was answered promptly, every request handled with care, and every detail organised flawlessly. The company’s attention to detail was evident in every part of the journey — from logistics, to timing, to ensuring we were always comfortable, safe, and well looked after.
Alex himself kept the truck spotlessly clean, took immense pride in his work, and brought warmth and humour to each day. His professionalism, kindness, and patience made us feel completely supported throughout the trip. It is rare to encounter someone who blends expertise and genuine care so seamlessly.
Beacon Safari delivered a safari that was not only memorable, but truly exceptional. The combination of superb guiding, comfortable transport, excellent lodges, flexible planning, and meticulous attention to detail created an experience we will treasure for a lifetime.
We cannot praise Beacon Safari — and especially Alex — highly enough.
Professional, communicated all very fast and very friendly communication. All requests were fulfiled
Very reliable and professional communication, skilled driver/guide and good vehicles. Value/money good as well. Our guide Karlos really took an effort showing us Massai Mara and Nakuru, and did not make big problem since we were late every day in the morning :)
IT
Email Davide Marrese | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spot on organisation
“The organization and the trip were arranged wonderfully. All the game drives were truly memorable thanks to our amazing guide Alex, who did his best to show us everything. This is definitely an agency we will travel with again.”