Staff working as a team in an office
Green Places Adventures
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2020)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Maria Flora | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Safari Experience Beyond Our Expectations
We had a truly wonderful safari experience in Kenya - Masai Mara Lake Nakuru - and could not have been happier with the organisation of the entire trip.
Everything was carefully planned down to the smallest detail, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy the experience from beginning to end. The itinerary was very well organised before our arrival, and everything ran smoothly throughout the trip.
A special mention goes to our guide, who accompanied us for four days and played a huge part in making our safari so memorable. He was always attentive to our needs, kind and discreet, as well as extremely knowledgeable and professional during the game drives. His experience and knowledge of the wildlife made every drive interesting and exciting, and we always felt that he was doing his very best to make our experience special.
The lodges where we stayed (both Sopa Lodges) were beautiful, comfortable and very well chosen. We also really enjoyed the food, which was excellent throughout the trip. The staff at each lodge were welcoming, attentive and did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable.
Overall, the whole safari exceeded our expectations. We felt very well looked after at every stage of the journey and really appreciated the care, professionalism and attention to detail that went into organising it.
We would highly recommend this tour operator to anyone planning a safari in Kenya. It was an unforgettable experience and one that we will remember for a very long time!
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Email Zhenyu | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Safari with an Outstanding Guide, Alex!
We had an unforgettable safari with Green Places Adventures. From the start, communication was smooth and professional, and everything was well organized and reliable. Our guide, Alex, was simply outstanding—knowledgeable, patient, and passionate. Thanks to him, we enjoyed incredible wildlife sightings and learned so much about the landscapes and culture. Great value for money and a truly memorable experience. Highly recommended!
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Email Paride | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Flawless organization!
The trip was fantastic! The staff and the driver were friendly and helpful, making the five-day safari wonderful experience. A trip we will remember. Thank you
Email Ray Santana | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable 8-Day Private Kenya Wildlife Safari with an Outstanding Team
I just returned from an incredible 8-day private tour of Kenya with Green Places Adventures, visiting Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli. Going into this, I picked them without any prior references and didn't know quite what to expect, but I got extremely lucky—these guys are awesome!
From the start, my initial interactions with Elijah were excellent. He met me on both my first and last days and was extremely friendly, professional, attentive, and very easy to work with.
My tour guide, Jaktone, was exceptionally knowledgeable and experienced. He always managed to have me in the right spots at the right times, and thanks to his expertise in positioning the vehicle, I captured beautiful sunrise and sunset photos.
Accommodations & Advice:
I stayed at the Sopa lodges in Mara, Nakuru, and Amboseli. Overall, they were all comfortable with excellent food and impeccable, friendly service from the staff. Sopa Nakuru stood out as an awesome, newer property with amazing views of the lake.
My only specific recommendation is to consider a different property in Masai Mara. While Sopa Lodge Mara was clean, comfortable, and did the job, the rooms and bathrooms felt very old and tired. If possible, I'd also recommend picking a property inside the park.
That said, if you are doing all-day game drives, accommodation priority really depends on your travel style:
Packed Itinerary: If you are out on full-day drives, you come back late and tired, eat dinner, shower, sleep, and repeat. In that case, spending top dollar on luxury lodging isn't necessary because you won't be at the property long enough to enjoy it. Sopa Lodges were more than adequate for this.
Relaxed Pace: If you prefer building in downtime—like doing only a morning or evening drive and spending half the day relaxing at the resort—then investing more in your accommodation makes sense.
I was there primarily for the wildlife, and Green Places Adventures delivered a seamless, top-notch experience. I highly recommend them!
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Email Joke Stroobach | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A safari company that truly cares — about its guests, wildlife and the experience.
From our very first contact back in the Netherlands, we had a really good feeling about this company — and our trip only confirmed that.
Before the trip, everything was easy to arrange via the app and by phone. They were flexible, helpful and even picking us up from the friends we were staying with in Kenya was no problem at all. The price also stood out in a very positive way. We compared several safari companies, and their price was significantly more competitive and, above all, realistic — without compromising on quality.
And then we got Evans Ngeno as our driver and guide.
For six days, he was there for us and took care of everything. What impressed us most was his incredible knowledge of nature and animal behaviour. He knew how to read the animals and could often predict where they were going to move next. As a result, he was often in exactly the right place at exactly the right time — and so were we. This led to some incredible wildlife encounters and amazing photo opportunities.
He also showed genuine respect for nature, the animals and his fellow guides. There was no chasing animals just to get a photo or trying to get to the front at all costs. Instead, there was patience, knowledge and respect. Exactly how we believe a safari should be experienced.
When we ran into problems with one of our accommodations, Evans was immediately there for us. He helped us think through the situation, made calls, tried to arrange solutions and made sure we were not left to deal with it on our own. It is in moments like these that you realise someone is not simply doing their job — they genuinely feel responsible for the people in their care.
We had six fantastic days and look back on a safari we will never forget. The combination of personal attention, flexibility, knowledge, respect for nature and excellent value for money means we can absolutely recommend this company.
And Evans?
You can get lucky on safari…
or you can have Evans as your guide. 😉
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Email Filippo | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The perfect experience!
Green Places adventures has offered us a perfect safari experience.Elijah and Dan are two wonderful persons,always caring for you and doing their best to get an unforgettable journey. We definitely recommend them.Thank you very much again!
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Email Suman Pal | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Truly Once-in-a-Lifetime Safari Experience with Green Place Adventures
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Truly Once-in-a-Lifetime Safari Experience with Green Place Adventures
Highlights of our trip:
Saw the Big Five thanks to the incredible efforts of our guide, Benard Oduor.
Enjoyed an unforgettable 12-hour game drive in Masai Mara, covering areas beyond what we expected.
Benard took stunning couple photos of us and became our guide, photographer, and friend throughout the journey.
Outstanding customer service from Ellijah, who was always available on WhatsApp before the trip.
Every detail was taken care of, from airport pickup to ensuring we had the best rooms and views possible.
Flexible itinerary and personalized attention that made us feel like valued guests rather than tourists.
My wife and I recently completed an 8-day safari with Green Place Adventures, and it was honestly one of the best trips of our lives.
Before booking, we had one major concern: "What if this is not a genuine company? What if nobody comes to pick us up at the airport?" If you're having similar thoughts, let me put your mind at ease. The moment we stepped out of the airport Mr William was holding our name with a happy face. Which made is very happy and he drove and dropped us in hotel.
Everything was perfectly organized from the moment we landed. We were welcomed as promised and were looked after throughout the entire trip.
A special thank you to Ellijah, who handled our booking. He was extremely helpful, professional, and always available on WhatsApp whenever we had questions before the trip. His quick responses and willingness to help made us feel comfortable and confident from the very beginning.
On the first day, we met Felix, who took us on a Nairobi game drive. He was calm, knowledgeable, and explained everything clearly without ever rushing us. Later, Ellijah personally met us and gave us a detailed briefing about our upcoming safari, which was a wonderful touch.
The real star of our trip was our guide, Mr. Benard Oduor.
I can honestly say that Benard is one of the best guides we have ever met. He always listened to us, was incredibly patient, and never hesitated to stop whenever we needed a restroom break, wanted to buy something, or simply wanted more time at a location.
What impressed us most was how dedicated he was to giving us the best safari experience possible. It genuinely felt like he wanted us to see the Big Five even more than we did! Thanks to his knowledge, experience, and determination, we had some amazing wildlife sightings and unforgettable moments.
If you are travelling as a couple, I highly recommend requesting Benard. Not only is he an excellent guide, but he is also an outstanding photographer. He took some beautiful photos of my wife and me that we will treasure forever.
Benard went above and beyond every single day. Whenever we arrived at a hotel or lodge, he personally checked that everything was satisfactory. At one lodge in Masai Mara, our room did not have the best view, so Benard spoke to the reception and helped us get a much better room with an incredible view.
One of our most memorable experiences was in Masai Mara, where Benard took us on nearly a 12-hour game drive. This was far beyond what we expected, but he wanted us to see as much wildlife as possible and create memories that would last a lifetime. Because of his efforts, we explored a huge area and had an incredible safari experience.
Another reason we enjoyed the trip so much was Benard's personality. He is friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and very easy to talk to. Even during long drives, we were never bored because he always had interesting stories and information to share.
At Lake Nakuru, we were feeling tired and initially asked him not to spend too much time on the safari. Thankfully, he encouraged us to continue a little longer. Because of that, we were able to spot flamingos, a hyena, and even a lion. Once again, Benard's dedication helped create another unforgettable memory.
Even on our final day, he continued to exceed our expectations. Our flight was at 10:30 PM, and although he could have dropped us at the airport much earlier, he adjusted the plan according to our request. He took us to a shopping mall in Nairobi so we could spend our remaining time comfortably before heading to the airport.
The beautiful farewell gift he gave us at the end of the trip was also a very thoughtful gesture and the perfect ending to an amazing journey.
Thank you, Ellijah, Benard, and Felix, for making our Kenya adventure so special and unforgettable. If you're planning a safari in Kenya, I highly recommend Green Place Adventures. And if possible, ask for Benard Oduor as your guide. He will make sure your trip is filled with incredible wildlife, beautiful memories, and exceptional care from start to finish. 🇰🇪🦁🐘🦏🐆🐃❤️
Email Judit | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding service and unforgettable experiences from start to finish.
Our safari was absolutely fantastic and exceeded all out expectation.
Evans was an exceptional driver & guide, we could not have asked for a better person to accompany us on this experience.
His professionalism, knowledge, and warm personality made our trip incredibly special.
Thank you again for all your help in organising such an unforgettable experience.
We greatly appreciate everything you and your team did for us.
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Email Neus Quer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Adaptive, understanding, caring and trustworthy
With Green Places Adventures it was all very fluent from the start. Elijah was the one to plan it all, a wise and caring professional. He was diligent in answering and adapting the tour while our plans evolved. They offered a very competitive package and were kind to break down the costs for us, so we would make informed decisions when fine-tunning. I do not know how many versions we asked for, but they never had a "no" for a response. Also, you can see they are very experienced because the route recommendations were solid, and the driver/guide was amazing.
Our driver was Evans, a very very experienced guide that explained all details of the animals behaviour, so we could enjoy not just seeing them, but understanding what was happening (a giraffes elegant neck fight, hyenas hunt, elefants protective parenting...).
Some quality details to look for if you are lost comparing packages, that made us choose Green Places Adventures over others: timely answers, game drives also upon arrival to the lodge in the afternoon (some others skip it and it and then may look cheaper, but you miss half day of safari), upgrade when possible and very transparent pricing. And for me, the most important, it's a local agency, so it's all staying in Kenia <3.
About our tour: We had a 7 days safari from Amboseli to Naivasha and Nakuru, then to Masai Mara and back to Nairobi. Amboseli has its own soul, with amazing Kilimanjaro as unique background and a lot of elephants and other big mammals. Naivasha's Crescent Island is a curious thing to experience, especially with kids. Nakuru was the unexpected delight, with a lot of animals including rhinos and lions, beautiful stay. Masai Mara is THE place to go for its vast extension and the savannah landscape we all have in our documentary memories; plus getting to know Masais is the cultural cherry on the cake, Kenia is so much more than just wildlife.
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Email Marta | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good reception at the destination and very professional.
An incredible private tour! Our guide Alex went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time on our safari. Every single park had its own unique charm and exceeded our expectations.