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Oakland Tours and Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2010)
- Member Of:
- Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA) & Kenya Tourism Board (KTB)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $165 to $1,650 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
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Email Marianne Fournier | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing tour
I had a wonderful experience with this company from beginning to end. Everything was well organized, and the communication and attention to detail were excellent.
My guide and driver Moses were knowledgeable, professional and patient, making my safari truly memorable. Thanks to the entire team, I enjoyed an incredible wildlife experience and created lasting memories.
I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari in Kenya
Email Nicholas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Planning, Reliable Execution, Premium Cost
I booked a safari covering Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara, as well as drivers for a couple of separate day trips. Overall, it was a very good experience, with an excellent itinerary and exceptional wildlife viewing.
Communication before and during the trip was consistently quick, polite and professional. The proposal prepared for the safari was detailed, clearly presented and comprehensive, and made the itinerary, accommodation and inclusions easy to understand.
The itinerary was a particular strength. Samburu was probably the highlight, with close sightings of elephants, zebra, giraffe, gerenuk, oryx, leopard and lions, among many other species. Lake Nakuru was another standout, with rhinos, hyenas, abundant birdlife and a large family of lions. Ol Pejeta was also excellent, and the lodge there was easily my favorite accommodation of the trip. The Masai Mara ultimately produced some exceptional sightings as well, including migration herds, leopard, cheetah and rhino. Remarkably, I counted 39 lions over the course of the safari.
My driver-guide contributed to many of these sightings and was generally helpful. There were a few minor communication and coordination issues along the way, but nothing that significantly detracted from the overall safari. Drinking water was always reliably available in the vehicle, although snacks were not included.
The main weakness for me was the accommodation selected in the Masai Mara, which did not quite match what I expected given the price of the overall package. This was particularly noticeable after the excellent experience at Ol Pejeta. The lodges at Samburu and Nakuru were very good and with the exception of the lodge at the Mara the food at the lodges was very good.
I also arranged drivers for a couple of independent day trips through the company. Everything worked smoothly, although the cost was a little higher than I had anticipated.
Overall, this was a memorable safari with strong communication, a very well-designed itinerary and excellent wildlife viewing. My four-star rating rather than five is primarily about value for money. I enjoyed the trip and was very happy with many aspects of it, but given the overall cost, the standard of some of the accommodation and a number of smaller issues along the way, I did not feel the package as a whole offered quite the value I had expected based on personal experience from other safaris in Africa.
Email Patricia | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Oakland Tours made every moment feel effortless and truly special from start to finish!
They understood the assignment. Comfortable train ride to one in a million hotel stay which was near where our event was. It was a 3-star hotel - but the ambience, service, food, ocean views, rooms, beautiful garden, bars, courts to play, boutique had such unique stuff - all these were so much better than a 5-star hotel. Loved it from the very beginning. Trust Oakland Tours to find you a gem 💎 and ensure your whole holiday experience is amazing 🤩
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Email Mauro | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Our guide Moses is an exceptional, knowledgeable, and caring guide who made our safari unforgettable
We had an amazing experience with our safari guide Moses Njuguna in Kenya. He was professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and always went the extra mile to make sure we had the best experience possible. His knowledge of the wildlife and local areas was exceptional, and we always felt safe and well looked after. Highly recommended. An excellent guide who truly made our safari unforgettable!
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Email Claudia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Impeccable service!
I had the pleasure of working with Oakland Tours to organise a private trip for my clients, and I couldn’t be happier with the service provided.
The attention to detail, excellent communication and genuine care in making sure everything was just right really stood out. What I appreciated most was the willingness to always go the extra mile and look for the best options for my clients, rather than simply booking what was easiest.
As a travel professional myself, having someone reliable, responsive and attentive behind the scenes makes such a difference. I felt confident knowing my clients were in good hands.
Thank you for making the whole process so smooth and for always keeping my clients’ best interests at heart. I truly look forward to working together again!
Efficient and has an eye for details
Highly recommend Oakland
I got a lot of help from them.
I love that they are patient and work with what the client wants.
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Email Prasanth | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Experience in safari and ostrich egg
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We had an exceptional experience with Oakland as our tour agent for our family trip to Kenya. From start to finish, everything was organized flawlessly, including our stay in luxurious, high-class hotels that were both comfortable and family-friendly. Our guide was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and great with families, making the entire journey enjoyable for both adults and children. The safari experience exceeded all expectations—we were even given an ostrich egg to enjoy, which was a unique and memorable touch. What truly set Oakland apart was the guide’s extensive network and connections with other guides across the parks, enabling us to spot an incredible variety of wildlife in their natural habitat. Thanks to their coordination and expertise, we were able to see all the major animals we hoped for. We highly recommend Oakland to anyone looking for a premium and unforgettable safari experience in Kenya.
Email Anamika Ganguly | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A deeply attentive and seamless travel partner who curated every detail with care.
Our Kenya journey was made truly unforgettable thanks to an exceptionally thoughtful travel experience from start to finish. Every individual need was attentively looked after, with a level of care that felt both personal and seamless.
A special mention to our driver, Moses, who was nothing short of fantastic — consistently going above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable, safe, and fully immersed in every moment. The jeep was always immaculately clean, and his calm, friendly, professionalism made every safari ride feel effortless yet deeply enriching.
He didn’t just take us from place to place, he made sure our hearts were full with every game drive, every sighting.
Where he stood out - When I fell quite unwell during the trip, his kindness truly stood out — going out of his way to help us even sourcing and bringing medicines without hesitation. We urgently needed internet to book some air tickets owing to reroute our travel due to the war situation & Moses happily lent us his full support so that we could do everything needed. That level of care is rare and deeply appreciated.
A beautifully curated experience wrapped in genuine warmth, attentiveness, and heart.
Amazing service....
Everything was perfect. The communication, the service, the human touch. Moses was amazing and he went out of the way to make sure our stay was pleasant and we could enjoy our safari to the full extent.
Reply from Oakland Tours and Safaris
Posted on Mar 11, 2026Dear Mr. Saurabh
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback.
We are truly delighted to hear that everything was perfect and that you enjoyed the communication, service, and personal touch throughout your safari.
Moses will be very happy to know that his efforts made your experience exceptional. He is indeed dedicated to ensuring our guests feel cared for and enjoy their safari to the fullest.
We deeply appreciate you choosing to travel with us, and we look forward to welcoming you again for more unforgettable adventures.
Warm regards,
Felistus
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Email Joao Martinho | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best choice for Kenya!
I contacted some companies for Safari in Kenya, in different parks, and this one seemed the most professional since day one. Their office works 24h, they always reply very quickly, so comunication could not be better.
Then the service was absolutely amazing! Our driver was trustable, nice, he had great knowlege about the animals. The lodge was amaazing! I'm sure I will contact Oakland anytime i'm back in Kenya, as they are like a friend that welcomes you in their own country!
Reply from Oakland Tours and Safaris
Posted on Mar 11, 2026Dear Mr. Martinho
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback.
We are truly delighted to hear that your experience with us was exceptional from the very first interaction.
Our team works around the clock to ensure smooth communication, so it means a lot to know you felt supported throughout. We’re also glad to hear that your driver made your safari memorable with his knowledge, professionalism, and warm personality.
It’s great to know you loved the lodge and enjoyed every part of your safari adventure.
Hearing that you consider Oakland Tours & Safaris “like a friend welcoming you to Kenya” is the highest compliment we could receive.
We deeply appreciate your trust and would be honored to host you again anytime you return to Kenya.
Oakland Team