Reviews

Sort By: Date Most Helpful Rating 31-40 of 48 Reviews
Diane McMorris   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2021 Reviewed: Apr 7, 2021

Email Diane McMorris  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

10 out of 10 recommend Netherken
5/5

We had a great tour, we were concerned coming with the pandemic but it was great. Mahmud was an awesome guide, he found the big 5 and was great at finding and pointing out animals, stopping whenever we wanted and making sure we saw everything we came to see. He was friendly, professional and truly the nicest guy. The hotels were great and the whole tour was put together very well, it was very easy for us and we had a great time. We absolutely recommend this company for your Safari.

Laura Heireman   –  
Belgium BE
Visited: March 2020 Reviewed: Mar 18, 2020

Email Laura Heireman  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Excellent safari trip with perfect driver
5/5

We had an excellent trip from Mombassa to Tsavo East and Tsavo West while staying at Lumo Wildlife Sanctuary. We have seen a lot of animals from close by (giraffes, elephants, zebras, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, ...). We spent the last part of our journey at Chale Island. Our guide Mahmud was a nice man who made us feel comfortable and perfect driver (even in difficult circumstances) who was always waiting for us on time, did his best to found the animals we loved (giraffes, lions,..) and gave us clear information and explanations.

Laura and Pieter   –  
Belgium BE
Visited: March 2020 Reviewed: Mar 14, 2020

Email Laura and Pieter  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Tsavo East & West - Chale Island
5/5

We had an excellent trip from Mombasa to Tsavo East and Tsavo West while staying at Lumo Wildlife Sanctuary. We have seen a lot of animals from close by (giraffes, elephants, zebras, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, ...). We spent the last part of our journey at Chale Island. Our guide Mahmud was a nice man who made us feel comfortable and a perfect driver (even in difficult circumstances) who was always waiting for us on time, did his best to found the animals we loved (giraffes, lions,..) and gave us clear information and explanations.

Marija Hajster   –  
Croatia HR
Visited: February 2020 Reviewed: Feb 11, 2020

Email Marija Hajster  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Perfect safari experience
5/5

Our safari is finished and I have to say, everything was perfect! We did 4 days: taavo west, east and amboselli.
Rashid made our experience the best possible, he is a real professional!
We felt safe for every second with him. He is the perfect driver! While driving to tsavo east, few vehicles in front of us were stuck in the mudd, but Rashid managed to get through it with no problem at all!
He was friendly and professional, extremly polite and thoughtful, he knows so much of the animals, he knows all the roads, about nature and culture we have learned so much from him! He speaks perfect english!
He was simply the best from all drivers that we have seen and meet, and because of him we know we will be back to kenya!
He is the biggest professional we have ever met in our private and business life and we feel so lucky that he was our driver and guide on this safari.
We saw many animals including lions with cubs ans leopard with cubs. We also saw kilimanjaro from abmoseli.
Also, complimentaries to you for such great organisation and intinerary!
Thank you once again!

Rob Stuart   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: December 2019 Reviewed: Jan 19, 2020

Email Rob Stuart  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Netherken were very good, but our driver/guide Mahmud was great
5/5

From the outset, Janet and Ton were responsive and helpful in replying to our emails. The itinerary was detailed enough to offer a good structure to our safari, but was not so rigid that it felt restrictive. Mahmud arrived right on time and from the outset was courteous and informative. The quality of the accommodation and food was varied and was what we had expected or better. The main reason for giving a 5* review was Mahmud. The quality of his driving over all terrain was impressive, in spite of the fact that we had chosen a 2 wheel drive vehicle. The depth of his knowledge of animals and particularly birds was extensive and impressive. He imparted this knowledge with enthusiasm, interest and patience. A minor mechanical issue was dealt with in a prompt and calm way, despite it being New Year's day.

Dan and Anna   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: December 2019 Reviewed: Jan 3, 2020

Email Dan and Anna  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Excellent tour with fantastic guide
5/5

Our 2-night/3-day tour of East and West Tsavo was very easy to organise through Netherken. They provided us with a detailed itinerary before we arrived in Kenya and answered all our questions in good time.
Early morning pick-up on day 1, drive to Tsavo West with a short stop for coffee. Drive through Tsavo West ( lots of bird/animal spotting en route) to get to Ngulia Lodge which is situated up high with amazing panoramic views of the rhino sanctuary below. The food was great and in the evening we saw elephants on the grounds and a leopard chomping on a hunk of meat.
Day 2, early start to get to Tsavo East which is very different from Tsavo West in terms of the terrain. Beautiful savannah with plenty of wildlife to spot on the way to Voi Lodge which has some of the most stunning views I've ever seen. In the evening we went to find a lion which was basking under the shade of a tree. The food was great at Voi lodge also.
Day 3 we were less lucky spotting animals as it seemed very quiet all around, so we headed back to Mombasa with a nice lunch stop en route.
Our guide, Mahmoud, was one of the loveliest people. Very knowledgeable with 17 years experience under his belt. We were very lucky to have him as our guide. He is also an excellent driver.
Thank you Mahmoud and Netherken for offering us an experience we'll never forget.
Anna and Dan

Laura Vlemmix   –  
Netherlands NL
Visited: December 2019 Reviewed: Jan 3, 2020

Email Laura Vlemmix  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

A nice organization
4/5

We have had a pleasant experience with Netherken Safaris.
It was nice that we were picked up at one hotel, and dropped off at another hotel after the safari. The driver arranges everything on arrival at the park, and we enjoyed the beautiful nature and animals. The bus is comfortable and the driver stopped when we had seen something. The driver also told us something about the animals and he even helped us with a problem we experienced during our vacation.

Isabel Diaz-Parreño Suarez   –  
Spain ES
Visited: December 2019 Reviewed: Dec 27, 2019

Email Isabel Diaz-Parreño Suarez  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

excellent safari and very good treatment
5/5

Very complete safari. We could see almost all the animals. Our MAMUT guide was very Good and helpful. We are very happy with it and congratulate Netherken Safaris & Tours, we recommend it one hundred percent.

Stanislav Molibozhenko,   –  
Russia RU
Visited: November 2019 Reviewed: Dec 6, 2019

Email Stanislav Molibozhenko,  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Kenya, Tsavo East and Tsavo West
5/5

Excellent tour organization, very friendly managers, everything is very comfortable and with customer care. I recommend!

Nadine and tobi   –  
Germany DE
Visited: August 2019 Reviewed: Aug 26, 2019

Email Nadine and tobi  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Great experience with reliable tour operator, absolutely worth it
5/5

Everything was exactly as described on the Internetpage of the tour operator, so no bad surprises, problems or anything else to complain about. Nice and cozy lodges in the nationalparks. Driver was gentle and funny and trying his best to get us to see animals.

Average User Rating
4.8/5
Rating Breakdown
  • 5 star 40
  • 4 star 8
  • 3 star 0
  • 2 star 0
  • 1 star 0
Write a Review

Disclaimer

  • All corporate and/or tour info is provided by Netherken Safaris & Tours, not SafariBookings
  • The tours offered by Netherken Safaris & Tours are subject to their terms & conditions