into East African wilderness
Mwema Africa Safaris
- Located In:
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United States
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $65 to $250 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
AE
Email Jim | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tsavo east/west with Edward
Very satisfied customers. Private minivan split 4 ways with eagle eyed Edward taking very good care of us. Didn't expect to see anywhere near as much as we did. Would highly recommend. Wow!
AE
Email Samira | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Most Romantic Valentines Ever
Simon from Mwema safaris is one of the kindest coolest most ptofessional people that ive ever dealt with. I took my boyfriend there for an early Valentine's day surprise and Simon hooked it all up there were a few small hickups along the way but the most memorable vacation for us.
On arrival to the mara i did not know what to expect the camp ilkiliani was clean and modern amazing tour guides we saw the big 5 in 2 days even after our amazing trip i contacted simon to get me a reciepe from the chef and he hooked that up too.
Seriously im such a fussy person i really killed him with all my demands and questions but simon never left me hanging always replied via whats app immediately and im not sure if he actually sleeps but hes always available. Stronly rate both simon and the camp 5 stars each.
AE
Email Delphino | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari! Amazing adventure and great experience due to Simon and his Team.
Simon and his team made our trip run smoothly, from the pickup at the airport, to the last drop off for our departure. Simply through Whatsapp or a phone call, were able to be in touch with Simon to answer any questions or doubts we encountered.
The safari experience at the camp was more than amazing and we got to see The Big 5 in just two days. All of the staff at the camp made us feel so welcome and at home.
Thank you so much Simon and the Team!
DE
Email Hannah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, uncomplicated, trustworthy and well organized: Great experience!!
Tourmanager Simon was absolutely helpful. He replied very fast on my emails and answered all my questions patiently and tried to make everything is asked for possible. Even when we've been already in Kenya he was available for further questions (via telephone, mail and whats app) which was very comfortably and easy for us.
Our guide Hassan was a gem. He had a huge knowledge and tried to make everything possible for us to see as many animals as possible. If you read this, Hassan: Thank you very much. We miss you ;-)
JP
Email Yusuke Kunimatsu | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Precious experience
Thank you very much for your coordinating Safari tour as our honeymoon!
All experience on the savannah life has been something precious for us.
For a driver, he was a nice guy and also very kind to us always.
I really appreciate it so much.
Someday, we will come back again to Kenya!!!
NL
Email Jeroen en Lotte | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent experience
From the moment we placed a booking the communication was excellent. All through the process of booking our trip, the responses were quick and in the end the safari had all the elements in it that we liked. Communication was clear and easy. The night before we were picked up, one of te guys of Mwema came by the hotel to inform us on all kind of specifics, very good. The actual safari was all we had wished for. We had an excellent driver, he was knowledgeable, kind and a very good wild life spotter.
We would recommend Mwema Safaris to everyone, keep on the good work!
IT
Email Lucio Postiglione | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Like a king among the kings
I came across Mwema by chance on the internet and, after some quotations received from about 20 different tour operators, I realized the one proposed by them was the cheapest (2000-2500 dollars for a 4nights-5days private safari to Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro, all inclusive).
Although I had no reference about this tour operator, I plucked up the courage to run the risk to book the safari with them. In the following days I kept in contact with Simon, the owner of the company, who proved to be a very kind, patient and qualified person.
Then I made an advance payment from Italy (we agreed it would be 10% of the amoutn) and, when I was there and safari started, all the possible hesitations disappeared because I was really treated like a king among the kings, that is many lions I had the luck to see.
Driver was Emanuel, a very smart and kind person.
Parks were fantastic, a sort of paradise on earth, and this period of the year proved to be a very good choice for me (low season but no rain, few tourists, lower but not low prices).
The only bad aspect was the place i stayed the 1st night, Twiga Lodge in Mto Wa Mbu, very poor arrangement with a very money-oriented receptionist. Last but not least, the structure was under renovation.
Absolutely first class, best of 4 safaris we have been on
Despite Jambo Airlines attempt to mess it up by breaking their plane at Ukanda we were able to contact the owner late on a Saturday to alter our plans. Our guide, Anthony, was excellent both as a safe driver (rare in Kenya), an on the spot repair man and finder of the big 5 and a lot more. We did the Aberdares/Samburu/Meru/Ol Pejeta safari. All was good but I would have preferred to have swapped the Aberdares for an extra day in Meru. Meru is a delight and should be visited by many more people and the Ikweta safari camp picked by Mwema was a gem. You can never promise Leopards but 3 in one day in Samburu was the pick of the holiday (excepting our daughters wedding that is!!!).
Excellent service, very responsive to clients needs/requests, good pricig
Mwema offers competitive pricing with different levels of accommodations offered.
I communicated with Simon. He is very responsive, helpful, and genuine.
I told them what i wanted to do and what my budget is, he would do his best to meet my requests.
Despite many changes i had made to the itinerary prior to the trip, Simon was never upset or gave up on me.
Would definitely recommend Mwema (especially Simon)!
Thank you so much. Our trip was a trip of a lifetime.
US
Email Nancy Turcotte | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A truly amazing trip, with no issues just greatness!
Back in January this year our family started planning its biggest (and most costly) trip ever. A safari in Africa has been a dream of mine and we wanted to do it the right way, especially since travelling with our two daughters, aged 8 and 9. We found SafariBookings and contacted few companies, explaining our needs and requirements. Simon from Mwema Africa Safaris was one of them and was really responsive and helpful and we decided to work with them. From the beginning of the planning until the end of the trip, Simon was highly helpful, respective of our needs, questions and fears, and always returned our emails or whatapps messages very swiftly and kindly. He found the right Camps and flights, within budgets and needs, organized our stay there and gave very detailed descriptions and itineraries for our 5 days in Kenya.
At our arrival at Nairobi airport, James from Mwema was waiting for us and gave us information while driving us to our hotel and was there on time the morning after to drive us to the airport for our safari trip. Everything went exactly as planned in Amboseli and Maasai Mara National Parks (so beautiful and beyond any expectations - we even saw all Big 5's in the Maasai Mara) and we were greeted by him again at the end of our trip and driven to the Nairobi airport for our flight back.
I can only strongly recommend Simon and Mwema Africa Safaris for a personalized trip, organized based on your needs and budget. Our family had the time of their life and the fact that we didn't have to care about details, only enjoy our stay, and were in total confidence with the planning made it even more memorable.
Thank you Simon and your team for making this dream a reality with lasting memories!