AMS Directors and Tour Guides
Amazing Memories Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- ASTA, KATO, AMREF & Eco Tourism
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $130 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email josie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
From our experience: Don’t Choose This Travel Agency – We will regret it for a lifetime
We had mixed experiences with this company. One of their drivers, John, was good – he took us to see many animals and we appreciated his effort.
But another driver, Peter, completely ruined our trip. We had booked two days in the Maasai Mara, but he deliberately took us for only one day, wasted time on the road, and even tried to pocket our USD 200 park fees. He also told us that it was not the season for the wildebeest river crossing, but when we finally arrived, we realized we had missed the spectacular event.
This was a huge disappointment, and we felt cheated. Do not choose this company, or you will waste both your money and your time.
Email JL | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Worst Safari Experience in 30 Years of Travel
My husband and I booked a 3-night, 4-day private safari in the Masai Mara with this agency, specifically to witness the river crossing. Two friends of ours booked a 2-night group safari with Axis at the same time.
Day 1: On our first evening, our driver ( Francis)took us to see a couple of lions, then drove for 1.5 hours through empty areas — no other cars, no animals. Back at the hotel, other guests (including our friends) shared how they’d seen cheetahs and other wildlife. I assumed it was just bad luck.
Day 2: We had a full-day game drive. The morning brought two lions, then the driver took us back to the same empty area as the day before. We saw a few hippos and maybe four other vehicles all day — that’s it. I specifically asked to drive along the Mara River, but he refused, saying there was “nothing there.” By 3 pm, he drove us back to the hotel without explanation. Later, I learned from my friends — in the same area — that they’d seen lions, cheetahs, leopards, and more. Clearly, it wasn’t luck; he had wasted our entire day.
Day 3: We finally drove along the Mara River and waited for the crossing until about 4 pm. The driver drove us back to the hotel, At 4:40 pm, my friends messaged me — they’d just seen the river crossing.
We paid $8,000 for four days and saw almost nothing, while everyone else seemed to have incredible sightings. The driver spent most of his time on the phone with his wife and kids, which I wouldn’t have minded if he’d still done his job. I understand nature isn’t guaranteed, but his choices and lack of effort made this the worst safari I’ve ever taken.
I’ve been travelling for 30 years and have done several safaris before — even when sightings were rare, the guides made the experience enjoyable. This time, the driver’s poor decisions ruined it.
I recommend that you don't book with this company. Save your money, time, and patience.