Beacon Safaris Team in Masai Mara
Beacon Safaris
- Located 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 $200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Len & Jenny Heid | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
All our expectations were exceeded and we loved every minute of our safari.
Beacon's itinerary and accommodation package was excellent
Beacon seamlessly picked us up at Nairobi Airport, took us to all of our selected destinations, undertook all of our many game drives and dropped us off at the airport
Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Sweetwaters Ol Pajeta were great locations with superb accommodation
The jeep was modern and comfortable and suited our safari perfectly
Thanks to our guide Antony, we saw lions, elephants, hippos, hyenas, rhinos (both black and white), buffalo, zebra, a huge variety of antelope, giraffe, baboons, monkeys, warthog, waterbucks, wildebeest, crocodiles, ostriches, flamingoes and a wide variety of birds
We also saw 4 leopards over 3 days and many cheetahs
We also did side trips to the David Sheldrick facilty and the giraffe centre in Nairobi and the Sweetwaters chimpanzee sanctuary
Antony really impressed us with his broad knowledge of game, locations and all things Kenya (and leopard spotting)
Thanks to Beacon and Antony, this safari was simply amazing
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Email Jessica Graham | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing First Time Safari Experience!
My friend and I booked our safari with Beacon Safaris for a trip to Massai Mara. The safari service, both the owner and our guide were very professional, flexible, and ensured we were happy with all of our requests. We chose the landcruiser option vs the van, which I highly recommend given the comfort level and terrain. I also highly suggest staying inside the park so you're not spending all of your time driving to the park. We did not use the add-on option for visiting the Massai Mara b/c it was very touristy and pricey (directed by the village, not the safari tour services I believe). We were thoroughly pleased with the service, the pricing options (competitive), and the overall safari experience, as this was both of our first times going on a safari. We saw 4 of the "Big 5" animals in just a three day tour, even during rainy season and high grass. Thankfully, we had great weather, an amazing hotel inside the park, and a great guide for the three days. The guide listened to all of our requests, we went off on our own instead of following other safari tour vehicles, and he was very knowledgeable, answering all of our many questions about the animals and their behavior in the wild. Highly recommend using this service, you will be pleased!
AE
Email Luis Duarte | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
We had the best experience ever. Was a bit lost in which company to use so sent few emails for some of the ones on this web and Robert replied very quickly giving us all details. Anthony our guide, driver and now friend was simply amazing. Always on time or even earlier, very patient during the game drive made us to see rhino on the 2 days of our safari and we got the Big 5 thanks to him. The leopard was about 400m when I saw it, but I said, Antony, there is something there. He said, is a leopard. Was very exciting. Anthony has an eagle eye, best guide in Kenya. Our trip was very pleasant and exciting with the "hunt" for animals. Elephants, giraffes, rhinos, hyena, cheetahs and Leopard. We can't be happier with Beacon and Anthony. thanks a lot, we will come back and go for Beacon and Anthony for sure.
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Email Dawn Dai | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Johny created an experience of a lifetime!
I booked a 3-Day Masai Mara Safari as a solo traveller. I felt extremely safe and had a ton of fun with Johny. He is such a great communicator, which made our dialogue seamless. He seems to be very popular as well. It was great to drive through Nairobi and head towards Narok where he would speak to so many of his friends. I learned so much about the Kenyan culture on way to and from the park. He also takes great pictures for all of you social media influencers! Johny has a great eye for natural beauty and capturing moments every traveller doesn't want to miss. Immediately I could tell he loved his job and has a true passion for animals. He knows the park like the back of his hands and we saw 4 out of the Big 5 on the first day. We sang, joked, laughed and admired the beauty of the animals! Highlights include being in the midst of a heard elephants with their babies and watching two lions feast. So many great things that would have knocked your socks off and will if you book Beacon Safaris with Johny. I promise you won't regret it! ;-)
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Email Daniel | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trustful, great Safari, great guide.
I can highly recommend Beacon Safaris for the organisation of your Safari in Kenya. Robert answers to all your requests in a very professional way and you can trust 100%. The guide we had, Antony, was great: a very careful driver (important on the Nairobi-Mombasa Road!!) and very interested in showing us all the animals in Amboseli. He was always on time und very polite to us. For my next Safari in Kenya I'd for sure book again with Beacon Safaris!
Email Lindsay | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
3 Day Masai Mara Trip from Nairobi
We had a great trip with our driver/guide John! John was early to pick us up from the airport which was great because we landed early. He was a great driver getting us to our camp by 12:30pm for lunch (about 6.5 hours). He was kind and very knowledgeable about the tracks and animals in the park. We did 3 long game drives and John was always trying his best on the radio to find the best views and animals for us. He even managed to find the elusive leopard on our last game drive just before we had to the leave park. He was very thoughtful and caring and when he found out my husband was in pain from a pinched nerve he changed his route to find us the most comfortable roads to drive on. We got to see the big 5 and so much more! He was a safe but efficient driver making sure our time was effectively used. He even showed us around Nairobi city at the end of our tour which he insisted on even though this was not expected. We stayed at Ilkeliani Camp which was beautiful and the food was fantastic. It had a good wifi connection and the beds were very comfortable. The only issue we had was not having enough hot water in the morning hours. The staff were great!
The van was spacious and had a great open roof! The only improvement would be to have some air conditioning for the highway driving as the dusty roads mean the windows need to be shut most of the way, this meant the car was very hot!
CA
Email Jim and Dianne | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our 12 day African safari was an experience of a Lifetime!
Our excellent personable drivers, Eric (in Samburu and the Masi Mari) and Augustine (in the Serengeti), made certain that all the schedules were met, provided knowledgeable information about the wildlife (birds included!), and went beyond the call to ensure that we had a memorable experience. Emails were very promptly answered by Robert and all information provided quickly. We have no hesitation in recommending Beacon Safaris for a great and memorable experience.
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Email Roopa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beacon Safaris is outstanding.
We booked a 4 day safari trip for family of 5 to Masaimara and Lake Nakuru with Beacon Safaris in March. The entire experience was wonderful. Robert was prompt to respond to every e-mail, and made the entire booking process very smooth. The properties he booked were right in the middle of the jungle and very comfortable. Meals were excellent with lots of choices. I want to say a special and big "Thank You" to Moosa, our game driver. He was so pleasant and made sure we saw the Big five on the first 2 days. We also saw a whole bunch of other animals and birds. Moosa made sure we got some perfect pictures of animals and the scenery. We saw amazing sunrise at Lake Nakuru. The image of a Lion walking under a rainbow after a rain shower will be always be stuck in my memory. The safari was once in a lifetime experience. Thank you so much for such a beautiful experience!
ES
Email Xavi & Iratxe | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent experience - John is an awesome guide!
We visited Maasai Mara last January, and booked our 3-day safari with Beacon Safaris. Our experience was painless throughout. We booked the trip online with fluent e-mail communication with one of BS managers. Then, our guide (John) was waiting for us in Nairobi's airport on day 1 and drove us directly to the Mara. John is a legend of a guide! He was excellent at his job, he was very nice to us and did everything he could to maximise our experience and game viewing. Nothing to complain.
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Email Jerry | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Safari to Masai-Mara
I made a last-minute decision to go on a safari to Kenya. After inquiring with several companies, I decided to use Beacon Safaris because Robert was very fast to reply to my emails and made sure to mold my solo trip to my needs. Upon arrival, I was met by John at the airport. John made sure my trip was was outstanding. He knows what he is doing! His knowledge of the animals, birds, and plants is amazing. Masai-Mara is a special place. You will not forget the first time you see a lion just ten feet away from you. Bring plenty of memory for your camera. I knew before I left that I will be returning to Masai-Mara and I will be using Beacon Safaris. I will also be requesting that John takes me on my next trip. I have several friends and relatives that want to go with me next time.