Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Tour Types:
- Mid-range & luxury tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Sebas | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari with Peter in Maasai Mara! Well organised 4-day trip which I highly recommend :)
We went on 4-day safari trip with Axis. The experience was very relaxed and well organised. The transportation was fast and comfortable. Driver and tour guide Peter was incredible and went above and beyond to explore the wildlife. For the accommodations we went for the luxury package which ensures a 5 star experience for food and rooms. Highly recommended to book with Axis!
CN
Email Wilma | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The guide is lazy and less experienced.
I regret to give him too much tips .I gave him 2000Kes . Later I ask several other teams other groups other friends they join other company’s safari team,they told me they gave their guides less tips ,they only gave there guides 1000 Kes every one person for three days safari ,but their guides lead them find much more animals ——They saw Five Majestic Beasts of the Maasai Mara Grassland . They also saw lots of wild animals cross the sand river during 11:00~12:30 at noon on 17 July. But our guide only find three kind of Five Majestic Beasts. He even didn’t want to bring us to the sand river to wait for the wild beasts crossing the river at the same day . Although I already told him to give us chance and time to wait for the famous and precious crossing . At last at the afternoon he lead us to the sand river after we ask him go there but we saw nothing because the crossing finished already that time. He said several times it’s too far away to go to those crossing points of sand river to wait the crossing .
Reply from Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris
Posted on Jul 21, 2025Dear Wilma, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are truly sorry to hear that your safari did not meet your expectations, and we appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns.
July is indeed one of the peak months for the Great Migration in the Masai Mara, and many travelers hope to witness dramatic river crossings during this season. However, even during this period, wildlife sightings, including the iconic crossings, remain natural events, influenced by unpredictable animal behavior and environmental conditions. The crossing is not something that any Safari operator or guide can guarantee. While we understand your desire to witness this iconic moment, sightings vary greatly each day, and even with the best planning, nature follows its own course.
We also wish to highlight that for group joining safaris (like the one you had chosen), our guides do their best to balance the interests of all guests in the vehicle. This means that the guide needs to make choices that suit the whole group, including how much time is spent at each spot. For travelers with particular interests, such as spending extended time at potential crossing sites, we usually recommend a private safari for a more personalized experience and itinerary control.
Regarding tipping, this is an open gesture left entirely to the guest's judgment. We provide general guidance, but the final decision is always yours, and we are sorry to hear you later felt unsure about it.
We have taken note of your concerns about the guide and will follow up with our team accordingly to ensure every guest receives the best possible experience.
Thank you once again for choosing to travel with us, and we hope you will give us another opportunity in the future to deliver a more fulfilling experience.
Email VS | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lovely experience - but didn’t see the river crossing
I had an amazing trip with Axis safari tours and Dickson as our guide and driver.
I went mid July to spend my birthday weekend as a solo female traveller and had a short but sweet and super rewarding trip. Dickson was a great driver and guide, always super positive, friendly and humble, making sure we are all comfortable, despite the long hours and tiring journey. He’s also always in contact with other guides so if someone has spotted a lion or another cool animal nearby, he’d know to rush there, and drive us as close as possible to take good shots.
Axis tour was also super helpful - I reached out to multiple companies prior to choosing them but they were the most responsive and always provided very thorough answers making me feel ensured. I asked many many questions and they were always able to accommodate to different requests and answer professionally. They picked me up from the airport early morning, then brought me to find an ATM that works (the one in the airport doesn’t work for local currency, only works if you take usd), and also dropped me off on return, making it a very seamless and safe journey.
It turns out they group you with different companies on the same Jeep depending on which tour you choose, but the customer service / sales experience was the best from Axis which made it feel like a safe and smooth journey.
I am a female solo traveller and obviously concerned for many reasons. But even for the allocation of group they tried to group us with other solo travellers and it was a great match - there were 2 other female solo travellers onboard! I was given the opportunity to select my preferred accommodation (which is very important especially for the campsites if you go for the budget option) and they even offered me an upgraded option for 30usd/2 days extra which was a life changer compared to where the others were allocated. At least there was hot water (even though you need to run it for 10 minutes) and the place was very clean and workers there felt like family, super warm and welcoming. Everyone in my jeep group booked with different companies and even though we went with the budget option, they said they couldn’t choose their preferred accomodation, not even subject to availability.
Unfortunately, I was told the great migration had a very high chance to be witnessed in July (during the days I went given I booked only 1 week ahead) but we only caught the start of the migration where there were large groups of wild beasts on their way from Tanzania but the river crossing scene was completely empty… our guide told us the best time is more mid August. I also heard from different groups that went around those days that they had to wait in a spot for 2-3 hours to see the river crossing but we didn’t get to experience this at all - the river was completely empty of wild beasts and we were just brought to look at hippos and crocodiles from afar, in the location where we were meant to see the river crossing - so that was a bit disappointing. But anyhow, I’ve enjoyed my little long weekend getaway and my first ever safari experience!
OM
Email Khurram | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent - Best Value for Money
We just got back from a 10-day safari across Kenya with Axis Africa, and it was an incredible experience. Rita helped us plan everything in advance and was super responsive and helpful. Once we landed, our guide Ben took over and was with us throughout the trip. He was reliable, knowledgeable, and always calm under pressure. The hotels were phenomenal, the itinerary was well thought out, and the entire trip was great value for money. Highly recommend Axis Africa if you’re planning a Kenya safari.
BR
Email Ingrid Rodrigues | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Tour
It was an indescribable experience. We spent three intense days enjoying the landscapes of the Masai Mara Park, and we saw many animals, such as elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, crocodiles, wildebeests, and buffaloes. Our guide, Nelson, is incredible, excellent driving, knowledgeable about the park, and knows the best trails. He definitely made the experience more complete. Regarding the accommodation: spectacular! The place was beautiful and cozy, the food was delicious, and the staff were super welcoming and attentive. I highly recommend the tour with this company.
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Email Chiara | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Sunny and thoughtful!
The tour was perfect with our driver Jack, i enjoyed everyday of the trip because if you close your eyes you can loose something special, safari will be forever in my heart.
You will be connected with the animal and the nature.
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Email Giacinto | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome
Jack was the perfect driver/guide. He brought us in an unforgivable adventure in masai mara and amboseli. We saw 4/5 of the big 5 (rhyno it's impossible). Avalaible in every our request and he explain us about the wild animals world. Always cheerful and professional.
The company provide for nice accomodation near the parks.
I will suggest this combination of company and driver for an authentic safari experience.
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Email Marica | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect!
We did Safari in Masai Mara and Amboseli with this agency and we are very sastisfied. Our guide Jack was very professional driver, very available and kind with us. We enjoyed every day of the trip! Highly recommended.
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Email Lorenzo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
We had a 5 days safari in Masaimara and Namboseli and it was incredible. Our tour guide, Jack, was amazing, very friendly and very competent. I suggest to ask for him as guide
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Email Laura | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The perfect tour
We have visited Masai Mara and Amboseli Safari.
Jack is the perfect guide. Professional and really kind with us. If you have the chance to travel with him, you will be truly lucky!