The team
Karibu Safaris In Kenya
- Located 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 Nathalie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience
We enjoyed this safari trip very much. Our tour guide Joseph was very experienced and kept himself continuously updated on the radio on where to find animals. He also took his time to spot animals himself in the mornings so that we would be the first in place.
We would have expected a bit more drinking water on the tour, but since water and soda was easily available at each camp this wasn't an issue as such.
Email Nikki G | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Arony was a wonderful driver. He alone made the trip worth while
Was very happy with communications with tour operator
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Email Moysh | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Adventurous
Karibu safari’s were outstanding. Robert was my point man, and he genuinely did a great job. I had a memorable and exciting time in Kenya, and the team really executed with finesse.
My instructor was Aruni. He is an all star—I don’t say this lightly, he was my MVP. He knows the lands and the animals like a natural, and he has eyes like an eagle out there even driving like a champion—he is also a team player, and a pleasure of an individual. Personally, I feel it was Aruni that made my trip as exciting and incredible as it was.
At one of the places we stayed at I ingested food poisoning—now, how it happened I am not sure—I think what happened was I came late to my third dinner and they made me a plate that was no good—perhaps leftovers that was out for a while, but that is just my guess. It hit me pretty hard, and my trip mates handled it very well, as did Aruni—once he realized there I had an issue he took me to the right places that I needed to get to for proper healthcare, and made sure I was attended to immediately once I got there—he really made a challenging experience a memorable and even a joyous one—and I’ll tell you right now, I was in trouble.
We saw all the animals at Masai Mara. We saw an attempted lion takeover, and even a successful lion hunt of wild boar. It’s real out there, and Karibu safari made a trip possible for me that I’ll remember like my own National Geographic trip.
There is an option to a tour a Masai Mara village (for a cost). Unless you are genuinely interested in their culture, pass on it. You will be followed and eyed throughout the tour for ways to extract money like hyenas do for food—it felt borderline dangerous. And, going into one of their huts seems fun and culturish—it’s a stomach ache waiting to happen. I got out of there and felt like it was my redemption from Shawshank.
Other than that they were respectful.
It’s a lot of driving and a lot of mobilizing—this trip is for one who wants to experience the wildlife and have an adventure of a lifetime.
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Email Nina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I had so much fun on my safari in Kenya with Karibu, great guides, excellent service.
I feel very satisfied with my experience and would highly recommend Karibu Safaris. I met other great people from around the world while traveling on my own and jointing their group Safari option. My two guides, Isaac and Richard were helpful and very informed on the wildlife and Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Parks. In the office, Robert and Dan were helpful with coordinating my trip and figuring out all of the details from beginning to end. Every step of the way my experience going on safari in Kenya was made easier because of Karibu Safaris. It was great!
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Email Pieter | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great people and great service
We took a 4 day safari tour visiting Masai Mara and lake Nakuru. It was a perfect tour, with an excellent guide (Edward). The booking and the communication went very smoothly.
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Email Isabelle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great guide, food and accommodation!
We loved this safari! Everything was really nice, the food, accommodation and of course our guide, Arony! He really did go the extra mile to please everyone in the car. He was funny, patient and makes a great guide!
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Email Angelia Caro | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Decision - Best Driver - Best Game!
I didn't know what to expect about the Safari Game in the Masai Mara but Arony made it worth it! From the driving, to the food, to the lodging, to seeing the big 5, everything was amazing! Karibu Safaris were so accommodating when we had to change our bookings last minute due to flight delays and there was no problem at all! We were informed throughout the trip of what to expect, where we're going and what we will be doing. Arony, our driver from start to finish was nothing short of excellent! He made it fun and memorable and knows how to make us laugh!! There was not one dull moment in our van! Arony went above and beyond whenever we had questions or encountered tiny problems and made us feel safe! I will definitely book with this company again!
Email Nikki | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our driver Arony was what made this safari amazing. Nothing was a problem for him.
Our budget safari was wonderful. Van was a little old, but did everything the expensive tours could do. Food and accommodation was adequate. What made this safari wonderful was Arony our driver. If you can, ask for him personally . He will make the safari a memorable one !!!
Email Nicola | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Truly amazing
We were worried we weren’t going to be able to go on safari, as we were late to reschedule our start date but Victor was kindly flexible with this, which was such a relief as the safari was the only thing we had really pre-planned and wanted to do.
The safari itself was unbelievable, our guide Aruny made our trip. Kind, funny and always going above and beyond to make our experience memorable. He also went out of his way to make sure we got to our next destination safely.
The accommodation also sells itself short, it’s more than just tents and the food/service is very good!
Email Lottie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An excellent experience with Aruny, exceeding all expectations
We really enjoyed the safari. A big part of this was down to Aruny, who was professional, understanding and great company. As well as ensuring that the safari was an amazing adventure, he went above and beyond to help us and the rest of the group with additional travel requirements, with our safety and enjoyment his number 1 concern.
We also appreciate Victor’s flexibility ensuring that we made it on the trip.
A side note that the accommodation, food and service all exceeded expectations and were great value for money.