Reliable safari packages for international market
Africa Flash Mc Tours & Travel
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2008)
- Member Of:
- KATO, Ecotourism Kenya & Travelife
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Declan & Kate | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
8 Days Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari
We had a wonderful honeymoon experience with Flash McTours and Travel. From the outset Peter was the most accommodating tour organiser that responded to our enquiries and together we came up with an itinerary that managed to include the big ticket items that we wanted to see and suited our budget.
The tour was in two halves and we had different guides and vehicles in Kenya and Tanzania. Martin took us through Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara and was top class - his laid back style suited us perfectly and we had some great adventures along the way. Pray God took over in Tanzania and did everything he could to make sure we had the best experience.
To the reason we were there, the wildlife and nature was incredible. Two up close encounters with lions stand out, the first was three mature lions feasting on an unfortunate wildebeest and the second was just watching a pride of four adults and five cubs relaxing and playing in the sun - amazing! We splurged on a hot air balloon in Masai Mara and it was the definite highlight of the trip and we would definitely recommend it as being worth the splurge!
All in all the guides, accommodation and food were very good value for money and Flash McTours will be our first call the next time we are heading in that direction, thanks for everything!
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Email Ayuka | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Fantastic 9 Days Safari Vacation in Kenya
Africa Flesh McTours put together a personalized 9 days safari vacation (Masaai Mara, Amboseli, Ol Pejeta) for us. Peter who is the manager of Flash McTours was extremely responsive before and during the trip to Kenya, answering our questions promptly. Even when we had a little issue with the hotel in Ol Pejeta, he quickly resolved it and offered us a better accommodation. Anthony, who was our guide for the entire 9 days was knowledgable and kind, so we really enjoyed his company. Peter called Anthony's phone once in a while to check in with us if everything is alright, which was very thoughtful. Peter went over and beyond to make our vacation great. Flesh McTours is a very reliable company, and I would recommend to anyone who is thinking about a safari vacation in Kenya.
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Email Cameron Macky | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic service
We had an excellent experience from start to finish with Africa Flash McTours. We used to live in Kenya, and we know that standards can vary widely between tour companies, but we were very happy with the service we received and with the wonderful things we experienced during the 6-day trip. Peter always responded quickly to all of our communications, from the first enquiry to last-minute questions. Booking and paying went very smoothly, the itinerary was extremely detailed, and Peter also called us at the start and finish of our trip to make sure everything was OK. Even more, he allowed us to flip the order of the 6-day Ol Pejeta, Nakuru and Masai Mara trip to allow for a pickup at a friend’s house northwest of Nairobi. We really appreciated the flexibility.
On the tour itself, we were very lucky to have Simon as our driver. We saw other tour drivers taking risks (both in the parks and on highways) during our tour, but Simon drove extremely safely at all times. He was always on time, patiently answered questions, and even managed to get us a couple of extra hours’ stay at the Ark by arranging for a later transport out of the Aberdares. He was warm and personable throughout the trip and we felt well-cared-for at all times. He really was fantastic. On the last day, the tour officially ended in the afternoon, but our departing flight didn’t leave until midnight. Simon graciously agreed to stick with us while we ate dinner, and then he took us to the airport. We were very happy to spend the week with him.
Our only (small) concerns about our experience had to do with our safari van - several of the seatbelts did not work, and looked like they needed to be replaced. We had enough working seatbelts for the 4 of us, but with a larger group it would have become a safety issue on the highways. Also, the van seemed to be working pretty hard on the last day’s drive back to Nairobi - perhaps it is time for a little maintenance on it. It certainly met our needs on the trip, however.
We would not hesitate at all to book through Flash McTours again. We loved our trip and the standard of service we got from Peter and Simon was absolutely fantastic. Highly recommended.
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Email Tim Pendlebury | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Brilliant Kenya family safari with expert, personal planning & magnifect driver/guide... Perfect!
I’ve been a travel professional in Europe for the past 22 years and have just returned from Kenya with my wife and 2 young children after a magnificent 11 days with Africa Flash MC! We did Maasai Mara (Mara Sarova Tented Camp), Lake Nakuru (Flamingo Hill Tented Camp), Amboseli (Serena Amboseli Lodge) & Tsavo West (Kilaguni Lodge). Everything was perfect, staff, food & tents/rooms were fantastic.
I started communicating with Peter Macharia in March 2019 regarding putting together an itinerary. His communication was always instantaneous and no request was ever a problem. Peter met us before our trip and introduced us to our Safari guide, as well as meeting us mid trip, and calling to say farewell at the end of the trip to say farewell and wish my family well. His service is personal, friendly, and magnificent! I look forward to arranging future trips with Peter to Tanzania & Uganda.
The main reason our trip will be hard to beat- our driver/ guide Edward Mathu. We loved Eddie! My children enjoyed every moment with him, as did my wife and I. Courteous, polite, knowledgeable, a skillful driver in all conditions and an expert in flora & fauna. His smile and passion are infectious, and his ability to spot wildlife hidden in thickets from a mile away is remarkable. Eddie has bionic eyes!
We saw the big 5, the ugly 5, and plenty of other 5’s numerous times over. Peter, Edward & Flash MC are 5/5, and I’ll be back in a Flash!
Thanks for everything guys. Love your work & love Kenya!
Tim.
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Email Neecia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent experience on safari
Several colleagues and I booked a 3-day safari directly after a long week of work. We were looking for a fun and relaxing experience and we found it with Africa Flash McTours. I couldn't have been happier with the entire trip. Peter was great to work with in the lead up in planning our trip and Simon was an excellent guide. We stayed at the Zebra Plains Camp and enjoyed the camp's food and accommodations. It was the right mix of beautiful views, great food and service.
On the safari I was expecting we'd see a few animals and enjoy the gorgeous scenery. We ended up seeing almost every animal I wanted to see (baby cheetahs!!) and many more. I would recommend this tour to anyone and have been raving to friends ever since!
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Email sengul | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
amazing safari tour
We were very happy with the service we got from Africa Flash McTours. We hade a 5 day safari with our lovely guide Edward Mathu. He made all he could to make us happy. He is a very experienced guide and he was very very helpful and cooperative. We stayed in nice hotels and had the opportunity to see many animals including the big five. We left Kenya with a lot of nice memories, thanks to Peter and Edward.
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Email Trish D | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Family Safari!
Our family adventure through Kenya is one we will not soon forget! We are based in the US and had terrible experiences planning our trip with two other safari outfitters prior to meeting Peter (online) and are so grateful to him and his team. Our family of four includes two kiddos, aged 10 and 11.
1. Our driver and guide, Eddie (more on him later), was waiting for us outside the airport in Nairobi with a smile (despite delays at customs and with baggage claim).
2. The itinerary was thoughtful and well planned. Our family is OK with driving, which is a good thing. Kenya is LARGE and we wanted to see much of it. We opted for one flying leg and might suggest adding another leg via air as it was quick and enjoyable.
3. We loved being in the parks on off season (late November) as we often felt like we were the only ones in the park. This afforded very intimate encounters with the wildlife.
4. Suggestions: Definitely bring enough binoculars for the family. Our camera had a good zoom, but the binoculars were even better for spotting animals. Spring for the safari jeep over the van. We were zooming past other groups in vans and were able to get to areas of the parks that were un-passable for the vans. I had boots that zipped off which was awesome for quick removal for standing on the seats in socks. It would have been a pain to lace up every time. You will be spending lots of time in a vehicle on bumpy roads - if you experience motion sickness at all, come prepared with bracelets and Dramamine. None of the lodges had postcard stamps available for purchase
5. Finally, our trip would not have been as wonderful as it was without Eddie. Our guide and driver and now friend for life made our safari an unforgettable experience. He is knowledgeable about the parks and the wildlife and the country in ways that we couldn't have expected. When on the second to last day we hadn't spotted all five of the big five, he was obviously disappointed and resolved to help us check the leopard off the list. It was because of this resolve and knowledge that, on the last drive on the last day we saw a gorgeous leopard up close. We were the only vehicle there to witness the cat devour its fresh breakfast in the tree (with anxious hyena awaiting scraps to fall). Eddie is a skilled driver, a friend to many other safari guides and, when we go back to Kenya, it will be 100% because of this man.
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Email Aysin | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
PERFECT SAFARI !
We had a 5 day trip with Flash Mc Tours with 5 friends visiting Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Aberdare. Everything from the planning to the end was perfect. The customer service of Peter is incredible. Edward Mathu was an amazing guide, a pleasure to be with. He was very knowledgeable, skilled driver, friendly and polite. Edward made our trip unforgettable, ensuring we saw everything possible while on safari.
I highly recommend Africa Flash Mc Tours.
Thank you Peter. Thank you Edward.
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Email Carl | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience
Exceeded expectations
John is a great guide that did everything in his powers to give us a good experience
Zebra Plains is a highly recommended lodge
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Email Ayse Bayri Isim | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari Experience
We were 6 in our group, started with a detailed research almost a year ago before booking a Safari tour organizer. We preferred Flash Mc Tours & Travel as Peter, the owner, had a very flexible approach towards our requests. He was very responsive and informative which made us comfortable to start with.
We had an excellent Safari tour guide, Edward Mathu, who was very friendly, informative, positive and enthusiastic. We appreciated his command of English language and his skilled driving in quite challenging areas after heavy rain. He tried his best to ensure that we see as much as possible, we were able to see the big five, 4 leopards in different days, several lions.
We visited Aberdare, Lake Lakuru, Lake Naivasha and finally Maasai Mara which were all very interesting and different in my view. We stayed at Ark Lodge, Flamingo Hill Camp and Entim Camp. The food at Entim Camp was outstanding, even the packed breakfasts and lunches were very tasty and exceeded expectations. Staying in an unfenced camp (Entim) was exciting.
On the way back to Nairobi, we visited Maasai Mara village which looked interesting as they kept their traditions of rather native living, still we thought the entrance fee per person (USD 20) was overpriced. It was overwhelming as the natives were very insistent when it came to shopping.
All in all, our trip was an extreme success with big credits to Flash Mc Tours & Travel, again thanks to Peter and Edward for making our trip a success.