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
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
NZ
Email Jess | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari with John Walter – Highly Recommend!
We just finished a three-day safari in the Masai Mara and honestly, it was one of the best experiences we’ve ever had – all thanks to our amazing guide, John Walter.
From the moment we met him, John was so friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what he does. He knew exactly where to go to find the animals, and his ability to spot them from what felt like miles away was seriously impressive!
Thanks to John, we had the chance to see a pride of lions up close many times – including a few cubs which was such a special moment. He also found a beautiful herd of elephants at a watering hole. And one of the absolute highlights? Watching a cheetah gracefully cross the national park and seeing a leopard sleeping in the tree- something we’ll never forget!
John made every drive feel exciting, and we always felt safe, well-informed, and totally looked after. He was patient with our endless questions and shared so much about the wildlife, the landscape, and the culture of the area.
If you’re planning a safari in Kenya, we couldn’t recommend John Walter enough. He truly made this experience unforgettable, and we’re so grateful to have had him as our guide!
AE
Email Freyja | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari with John Walter – Highly Recommend!
We had such an incredible experience in the Masai Mara with John Walter from Jockey Tours. From the start, he made us feel completely at ease – he’s professional, friendly, and knows the reserve inside out.
Thanks to him, we saw everything we could have hoped for and more – lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, hyenas, and even a leopard lounging in a tree. He has a real talent for spotting animals, even from a distance, and always made sure we were in the best position for viewing (and photos!).
What made the experience even better was how much he shared along the way – little facts, stories, and insights about the animals and the area that you wouldn’t get from a guidebook. His passion really came through, and it made every drive that much more special.
We honestly had such a positive experience and would recommend John and Jockey Tours to anyone planning a trip to the Mara. It was a proper once-in-a-lifetime trip, and a huge part of that was down to having such a great guide.
CN
Email li donghui | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
knowledgeable, responsible, and passionate
Our guide Rodger was incredibly knowledgeable, responsible, and passionate. He shared fascinating insights about animal behavior, ecosystems, and conservation throughout our journey. His expertise made every drive engaging and educational. Beyond his professionalism, he was exceptionally patient and attentive to our group’s needs, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience. His enthusiasm for wildlife was contagious! I highly recommend him to anyone seeking an authentic, informative, and unforgettable safari adventure. Thank you for an exceptional trip!
CN
Email Zixian | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Rodger is really kind, energetic and caring!!
This is our first Safari and my friend recommended Jockey to me. It was a very impressive experience to us. Our guide, Rodger, made the experience truly exceptional. His knowledge of the local wildlife, culture, and history was remarkable. Every time we went out to spot animals, Rodger ensured we had the best viewing spots and patiently answered all of our questions. Also, he took care of us very well. We appreciate that we could have him as our guide！
CN
Email Wenxuan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good job
Evans Tiego is great, and we all had the unfortunate experience in Kenya!
CN
Email Evelyn | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Evans Tiego Agade, our safari guide, is really excellent. From the very beginning of the safari, it
Evans Tiego Agade, our safari guide, is really excellent.
From the very beginning of the safari, it was clear that he has a good understanding of the local wildlife and environment. He could always spot animal traces in time and patiently explain their habits and characteristics to us. Evans is easygoing and enthusiastic. He took good care of everyone's feelings along the way, always ready to answer our questions and share interesting stories.
Under his guidance, this safari experience was both fulfilling and enjoyable, leaving us with many wonderful memories. He is truly an outstanding guide!
NL
Email PS Gavani | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very patient, knowledgeable and helpful
The trip was executed as described as in email. We saw big 4 out of 5. Missed Leopard.
The food was monotonous. There was no variety especially when you are on 5 days trip.
For budget option, some of accomodations looked very unhygienic. In fact, we found mosquito in one of the dish in Naivasha at Naivasha Chambai safari Resort.
Given the food options, its 6/10 when it comes to value for money.
IN
Email Shubham Jain | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organised with great game drives and amazing guide Papa
Best. Safari. Ever. (Thanks, Jocky Tours & Papa!)
Just back from the Masai Mara with Jocky Tours & Safari - and wow, it was perfect!
✅ Smooth from the start: Great comms, zero hassles. Felt totally looked after.
✅ Jambo Mara Lodge: Comfy, beautiful, and felt real – waking up to wildlife sounds was magic!
✅ Game Drives = Pure Joy: Saw SO much (lions! elephants! cheetahs!) thanks to PAPA, our guide. This man is a legend! Knew everything, found everything, and got us the best views respectfully. Plus, he genuinely cared – checked on us, made it personal.
✅ Our Group Rocked: Fun people = great vibes!
✅ Worth Every Penny: Flawless service, amazing experiences. Felt like true value.
Honestly? 10/10. If you book with Jocky Tours, REQUEST PAPA – he makes the magic happen. Unforgettable! 🐆🌅
EE
Email Maarja | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trustworthy and professional
We booked a 6 day safari with Jocky Tours and we could not have been more content with their services. The communication was throughout the journey was on point.
Our flight was delayed and we missed the pick-up time, yet they still managed to make us join the group.
Our special thanks goes to our guide Moses who gave 100% of himself to make sure we could experience the wildlife to the fullest. Thanks to him we could see the Big Five! He also gave very interesting facts about all the species we saw. Such a fantastic and professional guide! Also, the best driver!
The accommodation was great and the food was delicious, adapted to tourists but local tastes.
We had an unforgettable experience that we could recommend to everybody!
CO
Email Andres M | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience!
I was a solo traveler and did a 3 day safari group tour at the Masai Maara with Jocky tours staying in the Mara Sopa Ledges. It was a great experience overall! Especial thanks to Albert who was my guide during the safari! The tour was mostly on time, they are very flexible and resourceful to solve all needs and unpredictable things which can be hard for a 7 people group setting. Albert was very invested in trying to show us as many cool animals as possible. The Sopa Ledge was super nice, clean and comfortable, offering night activities (bars, dances and live music) and the best part was the food, we even had a BBQ one night which was very good. I recommend the tour 100%.
