Africa Travel Waves Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 1997)
- Member Of:
- Kenya Association of Tour Operators
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $120 to $450 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Dr Premi Naidoo | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
OUR GUIDE THOMAS
Recently my spouse and I undertook a trip to the Maasai Mara in Kenya. We had a very warm welcome at the Nairobi Airport , driven to our hotel and pickled up the next morning.
We where then introduced to our tour guide and general factotum , Thomas Nudunda Kioko , who was to be our guide , mentor and all round advisor for the duration of our stay.
On the first day of our visit to the Maasai Mara , Tom dropped us off at the hotel and picked us up an hour later to take the group on an evening drive. I ( we ) thought well this was going to be just another game drive , but to our surprise Tom showed us 4 out of the BIG 5 in the Mara within an hour of our afternoon game drive.
It became quite evident that over the next few days which the group spent with Tom was going to be something out of the ordinary and special.
His knowledge of the Flora and Fauna ( check spelling ) was to say the least , very exceptional. He spoke with authority on the various animals on their way they hunted and ate amongst the many other bits of information that one could only glean from a textbook or a learned professor at a university. He always made our tour as pleasant and comfortable as possible . The manner in which he handled the vehicle was a sheer delight, something that I've never seen before. We are truly thankful for his insight into the animal world and for making our stay so enjoyable and pleasant.
A real asset to his company and to the Kenyan people as a whole.... well done Tom and hope that you prosper in the years to come and continue with your good communication skills .
We would whole heartedly recommend Thomas Ndunga Kioko to anyone wishing to get a very knowledgeable tour guide.
His contact details are :
Cellphone +254 722 751 268
Email : thomaskioko3@gmail.com
All the best,
IT
Email Maria | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience
We had a really good experience with this agency! I would reccomend to anyone. The trip was organized as we wanted. We did one week safari for a really good price and we enjoyed all the parks that we've visited. Our guide Tom was really profesional and super nice with us! We've been lucky and we managed to see all the animals.
Also Edwina has been always avaliable to answer all our questions.
IT
Email Francesco | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Strongly recommended safari operator
It was my first safari and it was a really amazing experience.
I chose Africa Travel Waves because my email correspondence with Edwina, the director, was very clear and with quick responses.
Everything was very well organized and how expected, there were just few changes in the schedule plan in order to put together other travelers with me, but I'm really satisfied of my choice.
Edwina came to pick me up at the airport, and the day after organized for me a city tour with a guide, then she was very helpful with the choice of my hotels.
All the transportation vehicles were ok, I had no problems with the visas, and the game drives were excellent with two expert drivers.
I had just few very little troubles: first 2 nights I was not given the breakfast as agreed by the hotel, but Edwina offered it to remedy, one night the campsite staff didn't know that I had a single room, but then with a phone call to the company it was resolved, and on the last day I thought I had the transportation to the airport included, but I had to pay it by myself, so I suggest you, if booking with this operator, to make clear every detail before the departure.
Anyway I strongly recommend this company for who wants to have a safari in Kenya and in Tanzania.
DK
Email Anni & Flemming | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastisk
After many years of wanting a safari trip to Africa with the desire to see e.g. the big five, flying in a balloon and a lot of other things, then we decided to finally strike.
There are really many safari tour providers to be found on the internet.
But we landed on Africa Travel Waves. And that was our luck.
A completely fantastic experience, which was made possible through our fantastic game driver Peter.
Initial contacts were made through the Nairobi office of Blaise Odhiambo. And if we were nervous about doing business and deals, they were really put to shame. All agreements were complied with at least 100%.
So finally use this safari operator if you want a personal and incredible safari where all agreements from end to end are respected to the letter.
And if you have the opportunity to have Peter as your guide, then a formidable experience awaits you, both on a professional level and on a personal level.
Best regards from Anni and Flemming from Denmark.
Seen the Big 5!
I enjoyed my Safari. This was my first time in Africa (Kenya) and it definitely won’t be my last. Derrick picked me up from hotel and made sure I got back in safely. Safety is definitely a priority for this company. My Safari driver was Albert. He was very patient with all of us. We all wanted to stop the car multiple times to take pictures. Try staying in the luxury camps or hotels! Trust me on this! I stayed in Jambo, my room was great. The food needed some work though. Everyone was super pleasant. We went on the Safari and actually seen all of the big 5! I felt so accomplished. We also watched two lions mate! It was amazing. Make sure you bring shillings to tip the drivers and locals. The van did need to be a bit cleaner. But, overall I enjoyed myself.
Amazing people, amazing service, an overall amazing experience.
Never a hiccup, since the day I contacted Waves Safari Derrick was there to answer all my questions and solve all my doubts.
Our 3 day Safari with Sammy went beyond expected! We had a lucky star guiding us through our experience and we got to see all big 5 and many of thems, having a one-on-one with 10 Lyons and a very close up with a white Rino. Hotel choose and pick was absolutely aligned with my needs and what I was actually quoting by myself , so like they read my mind.
I recommend eyes closed Waves Safari, and we are so thankful for all that they did for us.
Amazing people, amazing service, an overall amazing experience.
Never a hiccup, since the day I contacted Waves Safari Derrick was there to answer all my questions and solve all my doubts.
Our 3 day Safari with Sammy went beyond expected! We had a lucky star guiding us through our experience and we got to see all big 5 and many of thems, having a one-on-one with 10 Lyons and a very close up with a white Rino. Hotel choose and pick was absolutely aligned with my needs and what I was actually quoting by myself , so like they read my mind.
I recommend eyes closed Waves Safari, and we are so thankful for all that they did for us.
Perfect ! I recommend
We took advantage of a long stopover of 18h in Kenya to organize a Safari Tour in Nairobi National Park. Derrick was always available and friendly either before our departure or on site. We were able to benefit from his advice to prepare our excursion as well as possible, being taken care of from the airport and to benefit from an à la carte program which turned out to be perfect: Nairobi National Park Safari, David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage , Giraffe center, Carnivore Restaurant, and finally the superb cultural show Bomas of Kenya before being driven back to the airport. Everything was perfect !
great organisation and tour guide
very good experience.
edwina was very helpful during the booking process.
the tour guide jack was excellent, telling us a about all the animals we saw. competent, nice and unobtrusive.
great experience!
LK
Email Lasantha | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Safari Experience
We had an excellent safari experience in MAsai Mara with Africa Travel Waves Safaris. It was very easy for me to plan my Kenyan Safari trip with Mrs. Edwina as she provide sufficient & clear information, prompt responses, flexibility & reasonable pricing. Even she helped me to buy train tickets from Mombasa to Nairobi as it's bit tough to buy train tickets online without a local's support as it accept payment only by MPESA.
Although we went on game drive Safari only for 2 days, she had arranged it very well & especially with safari guide Mr.John, we were able to see many animals within that short time as John knows every inch of Masai Mara park very well.
I can recommend Africa Travel Waves Safaris to anyone to have a trouble free tour.
