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 Alma | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
5 day safari masai maara/nakuru/lake naivasha/hells gate
We did the five day package including masai mara, lake nakuru, lake naivasha and Hells gate with mid-range accommodation.
We had the pleasure of having Dennis as our tour guide. Cool, calm and collected, very knowledgeable about the nature and the parks and how to see as many animals as possible. Thank you Dennis, we could not have asked for a better guide and driver.
Regarding the package 5 days was good. Bicycle at Hells gate and the game drive in Nakuru to spot the rhino in the rainforest were definitely pleasant surprises and top of the list of experiences. Also the masai maara game drives are very very cool and well organized. The drives between the parks also give you a glimpse of the Kenyan countryside, its small towns, its fields and landscape.
Some minor feedback: Would have preferred to split the full day gamedrive in Masai Maara into one morning and one evening drive with pause back in the camp in the middle to spend lunch and the hottest hours (when the animals are the slowest). Also, I would have liked to change the boat ride in lake naivasha to walking safari on creaent island, to have some more physical activity - maybe one could have the option to choose? There will be a lot of hours sitting in the car, so suggestions for the customers on physical activity, such as an independent evening walk in Nakuru to the national park, or similar, would have been appreciated.
CH
Email Issiah | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing safari and tour guide
My 5 stars is for 4 day Masai Mara, Nakuru and Naivasha tour rather than the 5 day option which I did as :
From the time of booking initially, then having to change dates due to an emergency, until Moses left me in Naivasha for the 5th day, everything was perfect.
+++ great communication, very polite and caring staff (in the office, the drivers, the guide, helpers), amazing tour guide that looked after us well and made sure we saw the Big 5 and many more.
Accommodation in Mara was at Shankale Camp which was clean and welcoming - if they can fix the water pipes, this will be great campsite. Other hotels we stayed at were good - clean, good food.
I fully recommend the 4 day tour with Jocky Tours and Moses as a tour guide - very good value and great experience.
However, I did the 5 day option with visit to Hells Gate which I think can be skipped unless one wants to see the Gorge and thermal powerplant.
My recommendation is to:
- book directly through Jocky Tours on Safaribookings and do not go through agents
- verify how many people on tour with you and that it is the Jocky Tour staff taking care of you throughout the tour.
Happy safari!
PT
Email Marta Bernardo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very quick to answer our questions, the programm was what they promised.
We did a 6 days safari through Masai Mara + Nakuru + Navaisha + Amboseli for 6 days. We were a group of 3 friends and we joined a family, the vibes were super nice. This route takes long time on the road through bumpy roads so be aware of that before you book it. For us it was part of the adventure and loads of fun!
The camps/hotel where we slept had good conditions, the employers were nice and the food was good specially at Manjaro Camp.
Our guide was Leroy Mkok. We were so lucky to do it with him: he antecipated everything, was amazing, very knowledgeable, flexible and patient. He did his absolute best for us to see the animals (we were lucky to see the big 5) and explained a lot of interesting things about them, and also about Kenya and its culture. Hey had a very good English and answered our all questions with interest.
Good value for our money. We highly recommend it!
AE
Email RageshRaj | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The whole trip is fantastic
This October, we 2 families embarked on a journey with Jocky Tours and Safaris that exceeded all our expectations. Our guide Rodger was incredibly knowledgeable about the Animals. He Drive very carefully the whole trip. The highlight of the trip was undoubtedly the close encounter with a pride of lions, Cheetahs and Rhinos an experience I'll cherish forever. The accommodations were comfortable and the meals were delicious, adding to the overall enjoyment of the trip. I would highly recommend Jocky Tours and Safaris to anyone looking for an authentic and thrilling safari experience.
CZ
Email Tomas | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unbelievable experience!
We have booked 6 days tour to Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli. This trip has exceeded all our expectations. Jeep, Guide, Accommodations and the group everything was just perfect!
First two night we were staying in in Lenchada camp in Masai Mara, tents were spacious, bathroom facilities were in each tent. Given the very remote location we were very surprised that we could take hot shower and also the food was great.
Third night we were staying in very nice hotel with rooftop bar, service here was great too!
Last two night we were just outside of Amboseli park in Camp called Manjaro tented. I need to say that this is the best camp I have ever been to! They do amazing job, it was even really hard to say goodbye and we only stayed 2 nights. Food was excellent, rooms were beautiful and the sunrise with Mt. Kilimanjaro was breathtaking. Thank you to Henry and his team for this exceptional service.
The whole trip has been organized really well and we were in really good hands of Kikitu and James. Our guides knew so much about all the animals that we have seen, they got us some fruites and corn from the local seller. They also did for us much more than what we would usually expect from a good guide. It is also incredible to see someone so passionate about the animals even though they are coming to those parks so often. Very positive and funny even at 5:30 in the morning when you start your morning game drive.
We have decided to book with Jocky tours because they had so many good reviews, and I'm glad to be the one who is writing next 5 star review because they really deserve them. Thank you again for making our Kenyan trip unforgettable!
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Email Michael | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exceeded all expectations
A lot of safari comes down to luck, and thankfully we had a lot of it when searching for animals. But regardless of whatever you may see out in the Bush, you can rest assured that Jocky Tours will have you covered. My wife, her sister, and I booked the 6 day trip from Nairobi to Masai Mara, then Lake Nakuru & Naivasha, then on to Amboseli. Our guide, Alex, picked us up promptly when we had arranged. For the next 6 days, Alex was an outstanding guide, answering all of our questions and sharing lots of insightful information and great stories about his experience being a guide. We always felt safe, never hungry, and "the good kind of tired" you get after effectively doing a cross-country Kenyan road trip for 6 days. We saw the each Big 5 multiple times over (yes, plural Leopard), and never got sick or had any major disruptions to our itinerary. The rate came out to about $300/day for lodging, food, water, and private, non-group transport, and the quality of our accommodations were incredible value for the money and felt like luxury. Mind you, every single time I travel internationally, I'm praying to the porcelain god at some point, so this is a glowing review of the quality of our dining and lodging.
I would strongly recommend anyone to take this safari. However I would advise bringing lots of small-mid size bills of Kenyan shillings for tips. Regardless of whatever operator you pick, the lodging will have people asking to carry bags or buy small souvenirs, and it's nice to show some love to the locals. Yes, I am an American.
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Email Julia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Super trip that exceeded all our expectations, mostly thanks for the super guide Stanley
We have just returned from a 6-day safari with Jocky Tours, and our guide was STANLEY KANYA. Everything was very well organized; the process of choosing and booking the tour was excellent. The staff responded quickly and in detail to all our emails, and we had quite a few changes in the booking process, including dates, routes, and the number of people. In the Nairobi office, all the registrations were handled quickly and efficiently. We took the private Extravaganza tour, visiting Masai Mara, Nakuru, and Amboseli. The quality of the vehicle was very decent, and all the hotels were fantastic—no complaints whatsoever. Honestly, we didn’t expect such great organization and accommodations.
Now, the most important part: I believe that only half of a safari's success (if not less) depends on the organization and route; the rest is thanks to the guide’s work. Most of our positive impressions are directly due to Stanley. His sense of humor, proficiency in English, professionalism, love for his country and its nature, and his deep knowledge of the animal world sometimes amazed us. There are no words to express our gratitude to Stanley. Jocky Tours should be very proud to have such a guide as him. His driving on challenging urban roads and safari trails was impeccable, smooth, and safe.
A couple of times, we had issues with the tires that needed to be changed or repaired, which is typical for safari roads, but he handled it all very quickly. On safari, all vehicles from different companies communicate via radio to share locations of animal sightings. Stanley was always where we needed to be, and his skill in positioning us in the best spots, even among other vehicles, was phenomenal. We were always at the right place with the best vantage point.
When we simply asked to see some crocodiles, he said "no problem" and took us to the exact spot on the river where they were. He knows each park like the back of his hand. Need a break? No problem. Want to see a giraffe up close again? No problem. We saw the entire "Big Five" thanks to Stanley. All three parks were amazing; we even had the chance to ride a hot air balloon over the savanna and photograph Kilimanjaro at sunrise.
Thank you, Jocky, and a huge thank-you to Stanley.
CZ
Email Patricia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour was great, Very good driver, good food, good acomodation and saw a lot of animals!
The comunication before trip was nice. The booking was easy. Pacient via MPESA. The driver pick us on time, then we met the rest of the group and out driver Denis. Denis was really nice and said us a lot of information About the animals, safari etc. Food at our accomodation was good and accomodation was great. Hot water and electricity 😁 we enjoyed it at all.
Email Johanna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic!! Our guide Fidel made the trip simply great!
We did a 3 day masai mara tour with budget tented camp. Super smooth pickup from Nairobi, fantastic food and great to share the jeep with others. Our safari was simply amazing thanks to Fidel our guide who was super lovely and knowledgeable. We saw so many animals and had lovely lunch on savanah. Thank you!
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Email Laura and Martin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The tour operator provided an unforgettable experience, with exceptional service and a knowledgeable
Fidel has been an outstanding driver for our safari. Not only is he kind, polite, and fun, but he's also highly organized and incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife.
- We saw all the animals in Masai Mara except for rhinos, which are quite rare. Fidel brought us so close to lions and cheetahs, and even a leopard and her cub, which we saw from less than one meter away. His deep understanding of animal behavior allowed us to witness incredible moments, like a leopard and her cub crossing right in front of us—a truly life-changing experience.
- He also prepared a wonderful picnic for us, making sure we had everything we needed and more at all time. Truly a 5-star experience.
This was my second time in a Masai Mara safari and having such a passionate and thoughtful driver made all the difference.
Thanks, Fidel for this great experience, we’re extremely grateful - we’ll recommend you to all our friends!