Photography tour in Masai Mara on March 2021
Simba Paka Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2000)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $110 to $230 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Diana and Joel Parisy | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Owner Paul Mwangi did everything possible to make our stay in Nairobi pre and post Safari enjoyable
We used Simba Paka to drive us in and around Nairobi, to and from airports, to dinner in Karen, to elephant and giraffe sanctiaries and to markets for shopping. Communication was rapid and reliable, and and pick-up times were respected.
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Email Flemming | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very good safari and a good driver..
No complain at all, everything was 100% value for the Money.
Email Mary Smith | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our experience was amazing no words to describe it.
First a massive thank you to Paul the owner and Peter our driver , My son still call your name (Peter) .
At first we didn't know what to expect considering we were on budget Safari but Paul did an amazing job booking our trip.the camp was not appealing to the eyes when we got there but it turned out to be the best budget camp ever with amazing and caring staff ready to assist .We were lucky to see all the big Five at Maasai mara national park .
My husband loved sitting outside Lenchada camp with Maasai and just watch the star .
We will come back again.
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Email Mary | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
It was very rewarding and actually one of the most enjoyable vacation we've ever had,....
Simba Paka Safaris is the best and i can recommend to anyone ❤️❤️❤️
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Email Marco Rossi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice experience
I was on a business trip in Nairobi and contacted them after deciding that I would try to stay over for the weekend for a short Safari. The good reviews I could find here were key to pic “simba paka safaris” as a choice and it was a very good choice indeed.
I got all the information I requested and arranged the trip based on my needs. They offered me what was more suitable for the time I had in Kenya and my interests. Very personal and friendly contact at all times.
The experience was really good. Driver/guide was very nice and professional. He tried his best to make the experience enjoyable and although a couple of times we were already back to the lodge he turned back to spot more animals (a rhino which is actually difficult to spot).
The lodge included in the package for the overnight stay was great and people there very nice and friendly.
I can only have good feedback for this experience. The only downside is that it is a bit short, if you have the time I recommend you to go for a longer trip. But if you're limited in time as I was and want to enjoy Masai Mara as much as possible this trip is perfect and will fulfill your expectations.
Thanks simba paka safaris for everything
This was my fist time in Africa and in Kenya, and I did a six day safari by myself.
There are no better words to explain my experience with everyone or everythin more than excellent. My expectation were all filled n taken to some extra mile. Thanks for everything.
It was amazing and i loved the diversity of the land of kenya andthe cost of the trip was reasonable
The guide was professional n networked with other guides in the park.they were very helpful and friendly and thanks to simbapakasafari for your personal attention for the time we started to explore
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Email Paul | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of my best trip, they did all they can to make this trip unforgettable
There is no lie, everything they said was true, i saw a lot of animals, the accommodation was very nice (mid-range) and so authentic. I strongly recommend to use simba paka safaris
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Email Jewalley Linton (Pauline) | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I felt like I was with family.
In August of last year my family and I attended a wedding in Ethiopia. We decided to be adventurous and opted for an African safari in Kenya as icing to the cake. I did my research thoroughly and sent copies of my findings to the travel group of (12) twelve. The group consensus was, go with Simba Paka Safaris. Best decision we ever made. Paul, the owner of the company and his drivers Isaac and Peter welcomed us and treated us like family. We were picked up at the airport, settled in our hotel in Nairobi, followed by frequent text messages to make sure we were alright. We were picked up the following morning for our safari tour, which was an adventure I will never forget. Our drivers Peter and Isaac gave us history lessons along the way, and showed us points of interest. After the safari concluded, we were brought back to the hotel and then accompanied us on our shopping spree to make sure we were safe. Paul was so generous and gave us all parting gifts. We all felt like we were saying goodbye to family.
If you are looking for an honest, trustworthy, and efficient company for your safari experience, Simba Paka Safaris is the way to go. You will be in safe hands, and you will have enjoyed the adventure of a lifetime.
Thank you Paul, Issaac, and Peter. You are the absolute best.
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Email Joao and Ausrine | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
6 days Kenya safari and 4 days Tanzania group joining safari
First of all we would like to thank Paul Kariuki, manager of Simpa Paka Safaris agency, for amazing organizing of our Safari. Even when things weren’t going smoothly he always had will to help and showed availability in all situations.
My partner and I decided to do our Safari in Kenia and Tanzania, and since our experience with it was practically none, we started looking on the internet and we came across with Simba Paka Safaris. I contacted, first time, Paul by email in order to find the suitable safari within our demanding (duration, locations and budget).
After a few emails we decided to take a 6 days Kenya safari and 4 days Tanzania group joining safari and in order to book it we needed to send 20% of the total amount. Here was a trick one. After trying to make an unsuccessful bank transfer between Europe and Kenyan banks, we came with the idea of sending the money by Western Union agencies (to be honest, we were a bit afraid of a fraud).
Anyways, that was the only option we had, since we lost a lot of time with failed transfers and receiving the money back, so after a bit more of searching for Simba Paka Safaris name as an organization and veracity, we crossed our fingers and sent the money through Western Union directly to Paul Kariuki (manager of the Simpa Paka Safaris agency). After 2 days we received the invoice that safari was booked. Perfect.
Paul was always really friendly, e.g. asking if we already have stay before and after safari, pick up from the airport, etc. Since we already have booked the first night in Manyatta Backpackers by ourselves (btw I don’t recommend this hostel at all, big mistake. Believe me, if you don’t have any experience in Africa staying, it’s much better to have someone known (e.g. Paul Kariuki) booking the hotels/hostels, at least on the first days, for you.), we decided to agree with Paul to pick us up form Nairobi Airport until there. It felt nice to have someone waiting for you in such different place.
So the real safari started and we joined a group of 4 people, we were 6 people in a Toyota van driven by Laurence the driver and guide. So we stayed with the same group in Masai Mara on the game drive and in a really nice camp near to the natural preserve park, followed by Lake Nakuro where we were only 3 persons, and finishing Kenya safari in Naivasha, where we were only the two of us.
Finishing the Kenya part, we headed to Tanzania. Where we joined more 2 couples to do Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, followed by Lake Manyara, where again it was only the two of us, with a 4X4.
We noticed that management of tourists in Tanzania differe from ones in Kenya. We had some personal issues with the manager in Tanzania side, but to make things clear this had nothing to do with Simba Paka Safaris. As I understood, Tanzania Safari was requested by Simba Paka but handled by a different company, related to Arusha Center Inn Tourist, which is led by rather disrespectful director in a lot of ways.
I don’t want to be so detailed with this because is part of the personal experience, being in some place completely different, you will encounter many things that you might consider problems if you are not used to, but it’s all part of the package.
All I want to say is that Simba Paka Safaris did a really great job organizing this Kenya/Tanzania Safari for us, it was really good conditions on logistics and supplies, organizing groups and places visiting. We were also able to do some special enjoyable activities, e.g. bicycling game drive, ranger game walks.
In resume, if you are looking for really nice safaris, no matter how many are you, how much budget you have and which places you want to visit, I totally recommend Simba Paka Safaris, Paul Kariuki will be there to help you with your demands and even if you don’t know where you are heading to, you will not regret it.