JOCKY TOURS TEAM
Jocky Tours and Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2002)
- Member Of:
- AMREF & KWS
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Fruzsi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, responsive, and experienced—truly dedicated to creating an unforgettable safari
My mum and I went on a 6-night (7-day) safari with Jocky Tours in March 2026, and it turned out to be an unforgettable experience.
From the beginning, the booking process was handled very professionally. Communication was quick and efficient, and it was easy to adjust the safari according to our wishes. One thing we really appreciated was the flexibility regarding accommodations—you can choose your own hotels or tents, and people traveling in the same vehicle may stay in different places depending on their preferences. Jocky Tours even helped us with other arrangements in Kenya, such as booking a train ticket. Compared with other quotes we received, Jocky Tours was also the most affordable option, even though we stayed in comfortable hotels rather than budget accommodation.
When we arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, we were a little nervous. It was our first trip to Africa, and we didn’t quite know what to expect. On top of that, our flight was delayed and we arrived a day later than planned. However, this was no problem at all for Jocky Tours. They even responded to my messages at 4 a.m. and quickly reorganized our airport pick-up.
After meeting our guide, Francis, we immediately felt that we were in very capable and trustworthy hands. We were impressed with how well he organized each safari day. He always explained what was planned and asked if we would like to change anything. Francis took care of everything—from preparing lunch packs to checking us into the hotels—and was clearly dedicated to making our safari an experience of a lifetime.
Everything during the safari was exactly as described in the itinerary—or even better. We made a few small adjustments with the group during the trip, and everything was always discussed openly and arranged without any issues.
Since I was traveling with my 69-year-old mother, we decided not to stay in tents. That turned out to be a great choice. The hotels, food, and staff were all of a very high standard, comparable to what we are used to in Europe. Francis was also very thoughtful and helped rearrange the seating in the safari vehicle, so my mum wouldn’t have to climb to the back and we could sit together. This made the whole week much more comfortable for us.
During the safari we saw an incredible number of animals. We were lucky enough to see all of the Big Five more than once, as well as many other species—often very close to the vehicle. Despite this, we always felt completely safe. This would not have been possible without such a skilled and experienced guide. Francis has over 15 years of experience, and it clearly shows. He knows exactly where to go and is both a fast and very safe driver.
In addition to the game drives, we also enjoyed a few other activities, including visiting a Maasai village, a guided walk near the Mara River, and Crescent Island, which we can absolutely recommend—you can walk among giraffes and other animals there. These experiences were wonderful additions to the safari and gave us the opportunity to learn a little more about Kenyan culture and daily life. We could always ask Francis questions, and he was happy to share his knowledge not only about the animals but also about Kenya and its people.
We can give Jocky Tours and Francis our warmest recommendation. They truly do an outstanding job, and with them you can be sure to have an unforgettable safari experience. If we ever return to Kenya, we will definitely ask for Francis as our guide again.
If you have more questions about our experience, feel free to reach me at [email protected].
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Email Lea | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dickson is a great guide! The experience was great we had a great time I recommend 100%!!!
Dickson is a great guide! The experience was great we had a great time I recommend 100%!!!
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Email Alex | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very knowledgeable about the parks and animals, patiently answered questions & went above and beyond
The tour was great! Clean jeeps, good driving, knowledgeable guides. The food wasn’t the best, all the served meals were the same and the box lunches included chicken that had been sitting in a car for 6 hours. At the Masai Mara camp the food was uncovered with flys swarming around and at one point a beetle was observed crawling in the rice.
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Email Ryan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lovely guide Francis and great views of animals!
I had a fantastic safari experience with Jockey Tours, and a huge part of that was thanks to our driver and guide, Francis. He was incredibly well organized, friendly, and always willing to help with anything we needed throughout the trip. Francis is also an excellent safari driver and guide. He has an amazing eye for spotting wildlife and consistently managed to position the vehicle so we had very close views and great photo opportunities. It really felt like we were in the best possible place for every sighting.
We chose the camping option, which overall was a great experience and a fun way to do the safari. The only downside was the food at the Masai Mara camp, which unfortunately was quite awful. Aside from that, everything else about the trip was wonderful.
Francis truly made the safari memorable, and I would absolutely recommend Jockey Tours to anyone considering a safari, especially if you’re lucky enough to have Francis as your guide.
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Email Katrina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Provided a great and well organized safari experience.
I had a wonderful safari experience visiting the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru. The wildlife and scenery were incredible, and both parks offered unforgettable moments.
Our tour guide, Francis, was excellent—very knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and great at getting right to the animals. He truly made the trip special and helped us get the most out of every game drive.
The lodgings were comfortable and nice. The only downside was the food at the Lenchada tourist camp, which wasn’t very good and seemed to be reheated from earlier in the day.
Overall, it was an amazing experience and I would definitely recommend it, especially with Francis as our guide.
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Email Nicole | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari!
I recently went on a safari in Kenya and overall had a great experience. Our guide, Francis, truly made the trip exceptional. He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and always went above and beyond to make sure we were safe and comfortable throughout the journey. Francis worked hard to ensure we saw as many animals as possible and was excellent at spotting wildlife and positioning the vehicle so everyone could get a great view. His enthusiasm and professionalism really enhanced the entire experience.
The accommodations throughout the trip were generally nice, though fairly basic, which is to be expected on a safari. Most places were comfortable and suited the adventure-style nature of the trip.
However, the food at Lenchada Tourist Camp was unfortunately quite disappointing compared to the rest of the experience. While the location itself was convenient for the Maasai Mara, the meals there were not very good and could definitely be improved.
Overall, it was an unforgettable safari and I’m very grateful to have had Francis as our guide. His dedication and positive attitude made the trip special, and I would absolutely recommend him to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
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Email Els | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beautiful sights
I highly appreciated that the car windows were clean each day. Thanks to this I had a good view of the animals. The windows were large and this was also great.
I think it's good to know you can request the driver to stand still at certain points. Our driver really did the best he could to show us as many animals as possible.
He was friendly and communicated well. I would recommend this place.
Email Tatyanna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had the most incredible safari experience, and it was all thanks to our amazing guide.
From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what he does. He made sure we felt safe and comfortable the entire time, and he went above and beyond to help us spot incredible wildlife.
His knowledge of the animals, the land, and the culture truly elevated the experience. Every drive felt exciting and well-planned, and he was always patient with our questions and photo stops.
I couldn’t have asked for a better guide — this safari was unforgettable because of him. Highly recommend!
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Email Markus | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A truly great experience
The 5-day safari was truly breathtaking, and we have many wonderful memories to take home with us. The entire tour was very well organized, and our guide, David, had a wealth of information to share about the individual animals and locations. We booked a private safari, which meant we had the Land Cruiser all to ourselves, making the safari even more enjoyable. We would book through Jocky Tours again in a heartbeat. Thank you for the fantastic days, David, and the Jocky Tours team!
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Email Markus H. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, highly experienced, knowledgeable and funny
We went to Masai Mara with Peter Nding’ai as our guide. He was highly experienced, knowledgeable, and a genuinely great person, and we had a fantastic safari.
Peter showed us every aspect of the incredible Masai Mara and helped us see all the animals and wildlife we had hoped for. He was skilled at positioning the vehicle to give us the best possible views and photographs, and his deep knowledge of the area and wildlife made the experience fantastic.
The experience exceeded our expectations. I will highly recommend Peter.
