The team
Karibu Safaris In Kenya
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 1986)
- Member Of:
- KATO, Tourism Regulatory Authority & Eco Toursm Kenya
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Mid-range & luxury)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $80 to $280 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Penelope | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Beautiful- 5 Days Masai Mara And Lake Nakuru
I arrived I Nairobi the day before and arrange for the driver (Peter) to pick me up at the hotel and he was punctual and very welcoming. We drove to “offices” more like meeting point with other guests.
Day 1: on the way to Masai Mara, lunch at Narok. Arrive in the afternoon for evening game drive
in masaai mara game reserve. Dinner and overnight at the Onchoro campsite.
Day 2: Masaai Mara full day game viewing a cross the rich, tree studded grassland and
rolling hills. All meals and over night in the Onchoro campsite.
Day 3: breakfast, visit the Masai village for a cultural experience
drive to Nakuru
Lunch - most delicious I’ve had
Book in local hotel and dinner
Day 4: half day at Nakuru NP
Drive to Naivasha
Day 5: Naivasha- nature walk at “Hell’s Gate”
Drop off at airport
Likes:
- the tour was well organized
- the guide, Raymond, was very kind, patient and accommodating. He is guest focus, he took us around the town to local spots and went all out to give a memorable experience
- the camp site has good facilities
- the hotels are clean and comfortable
- the food is very good but a memorable meal was in day 3, when we stopped for lunch from Masai Mara to Nakuru, it was excellent.
All food is good and safe to eat.
- the tented camp staff was just awesome (John, Jacob, Tumuti and the rest of the kitchen staff)
Dislikes:
- payment is cash local currency or usd, ask for a receipt as I had issues payment and it was difficult to prove that I paid 50usd extra as the money was exchanged in a vehicle with one of the guides (Dan) and no paperwork or witnesses.
Otherwise; I highly recommend the tour!
DE
Email Berta | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The safari was great!
Everything was perfect besides two small details... during the safari we had two drivers. The first one drove us during the time we were in Masai Mara. Althought our package said that water was included he didn't provide us any. Also the last day we were supposed to have an early game drive in Masai Mara but instead he told us we were driving directly away from the park.
The second driver was great, and the overall experience really good!
AE
Email Slim Daddy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
First class company for our safari adventure
After years of planning we have just returned from our first safari trip and we could not be happier. Karibu Safaris in Kenya took care of everything- despite the time difference Victor never took more than a couple of hours to reply to our many questions as we prepared ourselves to this journey. From the moment we landed to the moment we arrived safe and sound back at the airport our trip was simply outstanding. Not a single issue faced prior to, during or after our adventures in Nairobi and the Masai Mara. The highlight of our trip was definitely David, our guide and driver he is one of the best professionals I’ve ever met- a reliable, hard-working and committed individual . In addition to his impressive driving and animal tracking skills, level of excellence. Thanks to his well-trained eye and skills we managed to not only see the Big 5 in great style but also learn much more than what we could from books and websites. Our memories of a lifetime are simply unbelievable – from witnessing dozens of lions, elephants and cheetahs enjoying family life right next to us to the hard-to-find leopards and rhinos looking us right in the eye. We stayed at Mara Serena for three nights and I am already looking forward to returning. I highly recommend booking different kinds of activities through Karibu Safaris in Kenya.
SE
Email Katalin | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had a fantastic safari experience in Masaai Mara with Karibu.
We had a fantastic tour, we got immediate and accurate answers to our questions when writing to them in advance, we were picked up on time and had a most kind, knowledgeable and talkative guide, Collins/Arony. He made our safari an unforgettable experience.
IN
Email Tapas | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent - fantastic
Had a fantastic time, driver was superb, rates were economic yet the experience was out of the world
CA
Email Elizabeth Menard | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I was well taken care of and saw so many animals!
The 'add on' safari is very interesting. You never know how long you will be with the same group. I signed up for the 5 day safari. Days 1 & 2, I was with 6 very nice people. We stayed at an eco camp. Lots of fun (but don't expect a hot shower). Days 3 & 4 was spent with a very fun and diverse group. The hotel was economy...but it wasn't about the accommodations for me, although I loved the place I stayed on the last night. Day 5, I had a private driver! I felt like royalty. He stopped whenever I wanted, took many pictures for me and was very informative.
In all this was an amazing experience. The drivers were all great, taking us over some terrain that I would have a hard time walking/climbing over! They some how spotted animals that were totally camouflaged, easing up to them for breathtaking viewing. One day we saw 12 lion cubs rollicking around together on a large rock. After a while 3 lionesses strolled over and lay down or groomed a cub with no concern for us. I saw all the 'Big 5', even the very elusive Leopard, as well as many, many other animals. At Hells Gate Park there are no predators so I was able to get out of the vehicle and wander in the fields as zebras and giraffes (among others) grazed. What a feeling! Do this!!! You won't regret it.
AT
Email Annika | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible experience with karibu safari
We had an unbelievable time on a 6 days safari. Everything was perfectly organized. Our driver Richard was the best one and found every kind of animals and made everything possible no Mather what wishes we had!!! As a New Years Special the agency booked me a flight ticket to Mombasa! Thank you so much highly recommended
AE
Email Loks | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
They really took care of me & my expectations
Overall the safari was good. Robert answered all questions that I had before joining in. The service was caring was upto expectations.
Safari tour was a great experience alltogether.
IT
Email Filippo | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great mount Kenya hike with Karibu Safaris
We had a fantastic experience with Karibu Safaris and in particular with Dan who in just one day organised for us a last minute 5 days trek up to mount Kenya.
He introduced us to our guide Jimmy who met us in Nairobi and explained us clearly the activity for the next few days and answered all our questions in regards to different route and safety concerns.
When you decide to climb a 5.000mt mountain you want to make sure you are looked after by a professional and capable ensemble of expert hikers.
That was the case with Jimmy and his team including 2 porters and 1 chef.
I would highly recommend Karibu Safaris to anyone keen to hike mount Kenya and its surroundings for the following reasons:
- Great service
- Competitive price
- Genuinely good/caring people
- Safety first is their priority
- Great food
I would use Karibu Safaris service again if I had the chance.
By the way , hiking mount Kenya was one of the top highlights of our travelling across Africa for the last 3 months. Do it!
CA
Email Will Ramirez | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Adventure
I could not have imagined how truly amazing our 6-day safari would be. Though the living conditions and food are not luxurious by any means and the long hours in the van can get uncomfortable, i found myself missing every minute of it once it was over.
I made a few videos about our journey that you can watch here:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxBjpmGuagqgrw4FrjNemRLZoI7xV2wCB
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