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
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Email Ines | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Karibu Safaris is trustworthy and caring
We opted for Karibu Safaris as a budget tour provider and have not been disappointed. We drove to Masai Mara in a convoy of 4 landcruisers. So we knew in case of a flat tire or something we drivers/guides would help each other out. The accommodation was Miti Mingi Eco Camp (not Enchoro - but I think they are alike). You have to know that the accommodation is pretty basic, but since you are out exploring all day it does not make a huge difference anyway. The staff was super friendly, the food was nothing fancy but good. The game drives were exactly what we were looking for: We enjoyed driving through the vast landscape and loved seeing the animals alongside with explanations from our guide Peter. It has to be noted that the whole team was really caring and wanted to make sure we had a good time. Since we had to be at the airport on our last day, they arranged to programme according to our needs do that we would be sure to get to Nairobi on time. A huge thank you!
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Email Jade | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, organised and friendly tour company.
Karibu we’re great to travel with. During the booking process they responded to all our emails really quickly and answered any questions we had. The journey to the safari was seamless. Our game drives were amazing. The guides were very knowledgable and made sure we saw the best the Masai Mara had to offer. We got to see almost all of the big five including a pride of lions with their cubs. We also visited the Masai tribe village which was very interesting.
Email Julie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very helpful and flexible but communication could be improved.
I just finished a 4 day Safari with Karibu Safaris. The guides and everyone were very friendly and helpful. Communication could be improved as changes were made to our itinerary without consultation. I also would’ve appreciated more information from the driver about the animals on game drives, but overall a very good experience.
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Email Miguel de Lira | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experts in their field
Our experience was good, in spite of some difficulties in communication due to last minute unforseen facts, lapses of concentration and maybe a lack of clear objectives on our side.
The best of our trip were the safaris with our guide Raymond, an expert in finding animals no matter the hidden they could be. With him we got the sense of adventure, driving through the savannah and learning about wildlife.
You could say he is frugal, but he has a great sense of humour, he is supportive and sensible. We really recommend him.
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Email Ana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Efficient budget solution
We took a 7 day Kenya Safari, which was overall a good value. Camping in Amboseli and numerous animals were a highlight of our trip to Kenya. We added a hike to Mt Longonot to our safari, which was a good decision. Nontheless we have a couple of critics. Castro, our guide, was ok, his driving a little too much for us, specially on the main roads. His knowledge of animals would need a little upgrade. For a visit of the final park we were transfered to another group, which brought us another guide, Jackson. We have only compliments for him, really great and experienced guide. Critics for Karibu Safaris is that they promised on webpage water for the whole week, when on the 5th day Castro said there is no more water. Also the change in the program wasn't communicated with us, so we did the big hike to Mt Longonot directly when arriving to Kenya, without any sleep, unlike on the agreed 3rd day. Nontheless safari in Kenya was one of the most fulfilling experiences ever and a must if you are there!
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Email Michelle | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great safari trip with a good price
We asked Karibu to arrange a safari trip from Nairobi to Diani beach in four days and they really did a great job. Our guide David was such a nice man. And the lodges we stayed in were amazing. The first one we slept in tents in AA Amboseli Lodge. The second (Ngulia Lodge) had an outstanding view and elephants came enjoying the waterpool just in front of the hotel. We also saw a leopard while having a glass of wine. And there were Baboons al over the place. The third (Voi lodge) also was amazing with a great view and a watch basement from which you can spot elephants drinking on just 1 metre distance. We were really amazed by these lodges because we thought we would have more basic logees. We went to Amboseli park and Tsavo East and West. They are nice parks and we saw the big five. But you won't trip over the animals. I have done more safari trips in which I saw a lot more. But its nature you can't direct animals. I have been told that if you want to see more animals you should go to Masai Mara, but for us this park was too far north, because we wanted to end in Diani. I would highly recommend Karibu safari. A specially because you get great value for your money. Way cheaper than many other safari organizations. We were with three women and five children (ages 11 till 15) and we all sat in one jeep (landcruiser). Really great for we just really had a private safari trip this way. David is a great guide and really tries to make the best of it in searching and searching for the animals you would like to see.
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Email Hannane Aghayan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
good value for money
We did a three-day Safari in Masai Mara with this company. My comments fall into two groups, one is our guide, Castro himself and one group is the general organization and points that come back to the Safari company as a whole:
To Castro: he was a really nice guy, very on time and he always made sure that he has communicated every step and time plan with us. In the park itself he was also good in spotting Leopard and crocodiles and we were really excited to know about it. however what I would have wished myself, specially after my nice experience with our guide in Amboseli, was that he would have told us the names of birds and animals spontaneously and on his own, cause at some points it seemed that we were spotting them more than he would do. or maybe he could have communicated more with other dirvers to see if we get to spot more big mammals. It's also a matter of experience and would probably get better with time.
To the Safari company:
the price is a bit high, but the car was ok, there could have been more water provided. the food was also OKish and the eco camp which we spent the night there was good.
Email Challa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good service
The safari was great. Our driver was able to help us spot 4 of the big 5. The ride was smooth and comfortable in general. Would definitely choose the operator for our next safari as well. My only minor comment is that the additional cost for the Masai village visit that is in the programme but we had to pay to the villagers 10 dollars, and coerced to buy some souvenirs, donate to a primary school (the last one is not a complaint). This should have been clearly indicated beforehand. Otherwise very nice trip.
Email Brook | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Half day well spent
We had a good game drive considering it is not easy to spot wildlife in Nairobi National Park. We owe that to our guide, Arony, who navigated the landscape really well. Recommendable half-day tour!
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Email Victor | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very lively and nice guy. He understood the terrain very much and took me round to my satisfaction
My experience is beyond my imagination.
It worth the money spent on it.
It was home in the forest and i really had a nic time.
The operator/ instructor or guard communicate fluently in a friendly manner and able to educate us on various animals we came in contact with.
We had a good tent as accommodation well equipped and the meals were delicious.