Kenya & Tanzania Safari and Mt Climbing Adviser
Adventure Africa Expedition
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2006)
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $120 to $295 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Tom | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Strongly recommend not to book here...
I had a bad experience with this travel company, therefore I would not recommend anyone to book here:
Some good points:
- Pick-up at the airport was well arranged.
- Plenty of game in Masai Mara (but you can see that with any company).
- Good communication before the travel.
However:
- I was booked for a Masai Mara + Lake Nakuru safari. Only upon arrival I was informed I would not go to Lake Nakuru.
- I was put in a different camp than promised on the website. On booking.com it turned out it had a much lower rating than the original proposal. Most people had small to medium stomach problems in the camp.
- On the last day, the driver 'forgot' to pick me up so I missed a morning game drive.
- The trip from Masai Mara back to Nairobi was in a very unsafe van (we broke down once as well) and the driver was driving like crazy and mainly paying attention to his phone. He didn't want to slow down while everyone was asking for it. At one point we slipped off the road and the car finally stopped about half a meter in front of a tree.
I informed the company on this after my trip. For the first weeks I did not get any response. As I kept reminding them they finally gave response saying everything that happened was out of their control. I asked for a refund however they were not willing to compensate.
Email Caroline | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic time!
This was my second time up the mountain with the same company. The crew is well prepared, accommodating and very supportive. Mt Kenya is just the most spectacular hike you will find in Kenya and I look forward to a third time some time soon.
Email Dr.S.Radhakrishna | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Africa at its best
I went to Masai Mara after my teaching commitments at Mombasa by the Air safari,a direct flight to masai mara. This is a low flying aircraft that seats 10 and is a two engine aircraft. I passed mount Kilimanjaro and had beatiful camera shots of the twin peaks. As we approached the masai mara we could see troops of Widebeast nad Zebras marching towards their annual migration. a few warthogs and a male ostrich standing tall and still.
As I landed and got of the flight, Joseph was waiting to pick me up and take me straight in to my first leg of the safari. The time was 11:00 AM and within 2 hours of the drive I had already seen the wild elephants, scores of antelopes, wild buffalos, vultures and a variety of birds. The group of seven occupants of the van were all strangers but soon we were chatting and got acquainted. We stopped for lunch under the sausage tree. Packed lunch was provided and my vegetarian ooption catered to.
Second day I saw lions just passing our vans, a magnificient male lion roaring, a black rhino, a Leopard, cheetahs, hyena, giraffes and many wild lifes that I could capture on my DSLR.
Third day, more lions, rare species of birds and rreptiles, elephants, girrafes, and scores of antelopes, a hyena on the prowl and lionesses planning an attach on zebras. We also went to the mara river to see the migration. the crocodiles had fed and the wildebeast and zebras moved across without damage much to our relief but there was fear in the air for the animals as theuy approached the river. The crocodiles ar massive.
Go with a good camera and a zoom lens, have ggoggles and a mask to keep the dust out as it can sometines get very dusty. Hat and sun screen and appropriate clothing essential.
What can improve?
1) The driver could interact more with the occupants rather than talk on the mobile all the time! he is getting information about the spottings of wild life on the phone but a lot of it was chitchat and a distraction for the team!
2) day three was changed as the two other team members wanted to go in a different direction and I needed to be dropped off at the airstrip
3) The Sopa lodge has rooms that are far away from the reception and can involve several steps and walking in the dark. Not a pleasant experience as there are wild animals around! The rooms have no telephones, no internet and you can not call anyone in an emergency!
4) the communication from Dickson regarding the booking could be better. I had a response only when I asked, instaed of getting a full tick list of all the arrangements. I find he is trustworthy and make this change.
Mosquitoes are humming in the rooms.
Otherwise the rooms are large, breakfast and lunch excellent and seating areas have wifi in the reception and bar.
I am planning another trip but would prefer a better lodge and my own safari driver and vehicle.
Email Eunice | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Mt Kenya and Mt Kilimanjaro expeditions
I have climbed both Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Kenya with Adventure Africa. I especially enjoyed the Mt Kili experience. The food was great over the seven days and the staff were very resilient and patient for a first timer on the mountain. They are reliable and quick to respond on communication. Their guides are the best I have experienced through my hiking experience in Kenya and TZ.
PH
Email Jed | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Prompt Response and Good, Trustworthy Service - What more can you ask for!
If you are a first-timer in Africa, or in a safari trip and you need a person to attend to your needs immediately and without any hesitation, Dickson is your guy! This man is someone you can totally trust. This company is legit and will definitely give you what they have promised. They can tailor-fit your itinerary based on your schedule and budget. These guys are a one-stop shop for everything Africa you need.
The entire staff of Adventure Africa Expedition are all very articulate, helpful and warm. Though some services need a bit of refinement (i.e. the van we rode to the safari is a bit shabby now), they're all still very forgivable. The service of the staff is remarkable and worth praising.
Will definitely book my trip with AAE very soon!
NL
Email Sarah dekker | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very well organized, friendly staff, professionals.
I booked several times with advenafrica, from just a car till a whole safari for 3 weeks.
I also climbed mounth kilimanjaro with them.
The communication is very good, fast reactions on mail. Fair prices. I travelled both Kenya and Tanzania with them. what was important for me, was the fair treatment and respect for all his employees.
IN
Email Manan Shah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very Well Organized, and very helpful staff
I was in Kenya in the month of January 2015 for a Exhibition. I had some free days during the trip so i decided to go to Mount Kenya. I got to know about Adventure Africa on the internet and i called Mr. Dickson. He came to meet me at my Stall and gave me all the Details for Mount Kenya and also what i would need. There were a few things i did not have like shoes and some other small things. He arranged everything for me. On the trek also the staff he had provided (Gudie and a cook) were Very helpful. The guide would show and explain me a lot of things and the food cooked by Elijah(cook) was superb.
Overall had a wonderful Experience.
ES
Email Raul | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience, very well organized
Prior to flying to Africa, Dickson organized me the 2 days Masai Mara Safari via email communication, and everything became as it was expected. I felt very confident with all of the arrangements that he made.
The moments in Safari Mara were excellent and the accomodation and organization of the two days were very good, without any incident.
I recommend absolutely Adventure Africa Expedition for any trip to Kenya and I would like to thank Dickson for his support.
CA
Email Joan | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
This was my 2nd trip with Adventure Africa; as before everything from guides to safaris was perfect.
Prior to flying to Africa, both of my trips (2010, 2012) were completely organized via email communication with Dickson, of Adventure Africa Expedition. I felt 100% confident with all of the arrangements that were made. His suggestions, coordination of trips and safaris, and accommodations booked were perfect.
Places that I visited and things that I did: Kilimanjaro was climbed via the Machame route; Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Amboseli National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Manyara National Park, Samburu Park, and Ol Pejeta Conservancy were toured using a safari vehicle; hiking was done in Aberdare National Park as well as a five day hiking safari in the Loita Hills; a week was spent volunteering at an orphanage in Migwani; a Maasai village was toured; and an elephant nursery and a giraffe centre were visited while in Nairobi.
Adventure Africa Expedition's staff are excellent, they know their animals, birds, and plants. They are courteous and polite. The cooks make excellent meals on safari.
I have absolutely no hesitation recommending Adventure Africa Expedition.
Email Sophie Lawrence | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
I had a wonderful trip with Adventure Africa, who took care of me and five friends for six days climbing Kilimanjaro via the Rongai route. The trip felt much more luxurious than I was expecting, with absolutely delicious food, warm water to wash, and great service. The guides were extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and very supportive - we all made it to the top which would not have happened without them! Making it up kili meant a lot to us and the journey was more special than I could have imagined, thank you.