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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
Incredibly worthwhile.
Great value for money. Our guide, johny was superb! His passion for the park and its well as his knowledge enhances the experience so much.
Also Johny was so passionate about us getting the best possible shots that all of us were able to get fantastic photos!
IT
Email Sasà | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
5/5! Spotted the Big Five in 4 days with the legend, Yasin!
If you’re planning a safari in Kenya, just book with Axis Safari Africa and pray you get Yasin as your guide. My girlfriend and I did the 4-day Maasai Mara and Nakuru trip, and it was easily the highlight of our entire time here.
The whole "game drive" thing really lived up to the name—it felt like a proper adventure. There was so much adrenaline, especially in Nakuru when we were running for a leopard. Yasin knew exactly what we were going for, but didn’t spoil the surprise at all; he just navigated us right to this tree where a leopard was just chilling 50 meters away. Then in the Mara, we did a 15-minute dash to find a lion family and ended up sitting there with 10 cubs. It was just us and one other Axis jeep, so it felt super private and special.
In just 4 days, we checked off the entire Big Five. We saw two leopards, tons of elephants and buffalo, and somehow managed to see 8 rhinos! One black rhino literally walked right in front of our car because Yasin predicted exactly where it was heading and parked us in the perfect spot before it even arrived.
What really set Yasin apart was how intense our days have been. We were always the first ones to leave our campsite in the morning and the last ones to come back in the afternoon. Yasin made us stay out enough to make sure we saw everything. He’s also just a wealth of knowledge—he was constantly pointing out birds and explaining the culture and plants. You can tell he really studies this stuff and knows all the secret spots.
Such a good vibe in the car and an unforgettable experience. It was very pleasant and funny spending 4 days with Yasin and the rest of the group.
Even after the safari, Yasin went out of his way to help us plan the rest of our Kenya trip by calling up and sharing his own contacts with us.
The logistics were also spot on. The tented camp was actually way better than I expected (private bathroom and a comfortable bed), and communication with Axis was super clear.
Seriously, couldn't recommend them enough!
KR
Email LIM | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Despite language barriers, I thank AXIS AFRICA for making our safari smooth, enjoyable and memorable
It was a truly wonderful time. Our guide, Luzuvi, helped us see many animals. He anticipated the animals’ movements and even showed us a cheetah walking right in front of us. We are very grateful for such an amazing experience!!!
NL
Email Serena | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A tour operator that combines excellent organization with genuine care for the guest experience.
Our safari lasted four unforgettable days across Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Naivasha, and from the very first moment everything was perfectly organized. Pickup from our hotel in Nairobi was right on time, and all the pre-departure procedures were handled quickly and professionally.
Our guide, Yasin, was exceptional. We shared the experience with my partner and five other travelers, and from the very beginning Yasin’s calm, confident driving made the long journey (about six hours) feel effortless, I never felt tired, which I truly appreciated.
Upon arriving at Sankale Tented Camp, we dropped off our bags and immediately headed out for our first game drive. As it was my first safari, the experience was absolutely magical. In just a few hours we spotted zebras, giraffes, warthogs, a family of elephants, and even a cheetah eating its prey while alertly defending it from opportunistic jackals.
The second day was truly special. Early in the morning, Yasin spotted a family of lions along the road. Shortly after, I heard him listening to the radio and speaking urgently before driving us quickly to another location. I didn’t know where we were going, but I felt something incredible was about to happen, and it did. We had our first encounter with two magnificent black rhinos, peacefully feeding among the bushes.
Two other moments from that day will stay in my heart forever: a pride of lions, four lionesses and ten cubs, feeding on an adult buffalo with only our jeep nearby, and a cheetah eating its prey while being closely observed by three giraffes just a few meters away, standing motionless and fascinated, with an eagle perched nearby waiting for its chance. Throughout the safari, Yasin explained every detail about the animals, their behavior, and their habits with great professionalism and passion.
On the third day, we left Masai Mara heading toward Lake Nakuru. Instead of following the original plan of relaxing at the hotel, Yasin suggested jumping straight into another safari adventure at Lake Naivasha, an excellent decision. White rhinos, rare black rhinos, and flamingos were among the highlights.
At that point, I had almost given up hope of seeing my dream animal: the leopard, elusive and nocturnal by nature. While watching flamingos preparing to take flight at sunset, I noticed Yasin suddenly stop to listen to the radio. In that moment, I just knew. We rushed off, and after about 15 minutes we arrived at a road already lined with jeeps. There he was, His Majesty the leopard, sleeping on a tree branch in the distance. That moment was one of the most beautiful emotions of my life. We felt victorious.
As we were leaving the park, another unexpected radio call came in. Yasin turned to us and said, “Let’s go see another leopard.” And unbelievably, we did. We had won twice.
On the final day, we woke up early with our bags ready and headed back to Lake Naivasha. Once we arrived at the resort, we chose to join an optional one-hour boat trip on the lake, absolutely worth it. We saw hippos, African fish eagles, and countless aquatic birds, before admiring a stunning island from the boat, home to giraffes, ostriches, antelopes, waterbucks, and many other savanna animals living freely. It was the perfect and peaceful way to end such an intense and emotional journey.
Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris delivered an experience beyond anything I could have imagined: excellent communication, outstanding service, incredible value for money, and absolute reliability. Above all, Yasin made this safari unforgettable. I would recommend this tour operator without hesitation to anyone dreaming of an authentic African safari.
CA
Email Kalen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very well organized
The tour was exceptional. The initial communication with the team was very easy and straightforward. They reply promptly and provide help as needed. The tour itself was amazing. Very well organized. The guide, Raymond knew great spots to see wildlife and often got to those spots before other vehicles. He was an excellent driver and guide and made the overall experience great.
DE
Email Katharina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing 3-Day Masai Mara Safari
We were incredibly lucky to see all of the Big Five. A very special thank you goes to our driver and tour guide Raymond, who made this trip extraordinary. He always made sure we always had the best viewing spots, positioned the vehicle perfectly and shared his knowledge about the animals.
He is without a doubt the best driver and guide you could have for a Masai Mara trip.
Email Kaya | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best tour for safari and a worthwhile experience!
Our tour driver Koth was very determined to have us see as much as possible. We saw all of the big five plus all of the other sights we wanted to see. We were more than satisfied with the safari as all of our boxes were ticked within two days. The tribe visit was an extra bonus and rounded off our trip very well. Highly recommend above all other tour companies
FR
Email Laurent | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most amazing trip
I and m'y wife did a 3 days safari with Axis and there most learned guide Raymond (Rich Idler) everything was well organised and we are happy we will recommend Axis and Raymond next time
FR
Email Tracol Veronique | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect
We did our 3 days trip with Axis or was great and with out amazing guide Raymond we managed to see Big 5 in one day we call him pilote
Email Casey | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic tour with fantastic tour guide
The whole experience was excellent and we would 100% recommend.
Our tour guide Roger was the perfect guide throughout the whole process.
Always arrived for pick up on time and ensured you had had breakfast and made sure lunch was sorted.
He was amazing on the game drives being informative about the animals and excellent at spotting them!