African Safari Holiday Packages
SunUp Adventures
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- AMREF, Nature Kenya & East African Wildlife Society
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $300 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Kathryn | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari experience
We got to see the big 5 as our amazing tour guide Robin made sure we did!!! A beautiful experience all very well organised by sun up adventures!!! No doubt I would choose them again if I come again!!
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Email Fred | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Sun Up Adventures did an outstanding job in setting up our trip. Chris was great to work with!
We just got back from Kenya and our trip to Kenya was outstanding. Our party of five had a wonderful time. The accommodations were excellent, the food was delicious, and the staff at each location went above and beyond to ensure we were well taken care of.
We especially enjoyed the Mara Maisha and Kibo camps, where the environment, facilities, and food options were exceptional. Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort was a good location with a lovely lodge building and restaurant, though the individual rooms were just okay.
The wildlife viewing was incredible. We undertook three excursions: a bike ride through Hell's Gate, a hike up Mt Longonot, and a boat ride on Lake Naivasha. All were very enjoyable, with special thanks to Jeff, our knowledgeable guide for the bike and hike.
Our guide, David, played a pivotal role in the success of our trip. He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. David's expertise in wildlife, botany, and Kenyan culture enriched our experience immensely.
We saw a wide variety of wildlife and captured many memorable photos, including lion prides playing and eating, a cheetah hunt and kill, large elephant herds feeding, and close encounters with cape buffalo herds, giraffes, and zebras. David always positioned us perfectly for great pictures, including one instance where we experienced the smell of a cape buffalo kill being consumed by a pride of lions. My daughter and son's girlfriend will never forget that.
David's friendliness and connections were impressive. At every stop, he was warmly received with handshakes, hugs, and smiles from policemen, park rangers, hotel staff, and vendors. His attitude, laugh, and smile made everyone around him have a great time.
Two examples of David's exceptional service stand out:
1. My daughter's bag did not arrive with our flight. David immediately got involved, made several phone calls, and took a trip to the Nairobi airport on Sunday before our adventure. Although the bag wasn't there, he arranged for it to be delivered to Wilson airport on Tuesday. David then drove us to Wilson airport on our way to Lake Sopa resort, securing her bag and allowing us to continue our trip seamlessly.
2. On our last day, Sunday 6/29, our flight left at 11:58 PM. We arrived in Nairobi at approximately 4 PM. David took us to the Sheraton Hotel near the airport, spoke to the concierge, and arranged for us to stay at the hotel for dinner, secure our bags, and have transportation to the airport. This was a lifesaver, providing us with a nice break, a great dinner, and a chance to rest before our long journey home.
When we said our goodbyes to David, my wife, daughter, and son's girlfriend were in tears. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed David's company.
Having had many travel guides throughout my travels, including sight-seeing, fishing, and hunting guides, David is the best I have ever had. We hope to return to Kenya and will definitely use Sunup Adventures again, requesting David specifically.
Special thank you to Chris at SunUp Adventures. He did an excellent job in setting up the trip based on what we wanted and his communication throughout the process was great.
Highly recommend using SunUp!
Email Ronnie & Lindsay | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Once In A Lifetime Experience
Our Masai Mara safari was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, made unforgettable by our incredible guide, Joshua. His deep knowledge of the wildlife, keen eye for spotting animals, and genuine passion for the Mara brought every moment to life. From watching lions feasting on a wildebeest 30 minutes into the safari, to witnessing the start of the Great Migration, to having a picnic beside a flock of 100 vultures & Marabou storks, to spotting 3 rhinos roll around a mud bath, or a seperate sighting of a rhino and baby calf, to watching a rae cheetah walk straight past us and the peak moment of the safari; watching a lioness stalk, hunt, chase & kill a Wildebeest, Joshua made sure every game drive was memorable, safe, and full of adventure.
A huge thanks also goes to Chris from the company, who was professional, responsive, and helpful throughout the entire booking process. He made planning the trip easy and stress-free, always available to answer our questions and ensure everything was perfectly arranged.
The combination of breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and outstanding service made this safari one of the best travel experiences we've ever had. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone considering a visit to the Masai Mara—you won’t regret it. Worth every penny. Joshua is the best!
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Email Eugenia | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, friendly and flexible. Problem solvers who made our vacation so memorable.
We had an amazing experience. Uganda is very beautiful country. The Sunup Adventures were always quick to reply prior to our arrival, and were able to readjust our trip when airline cancelled our flight last minute and we had to purchase new ticket to arrive a day later. The Sunup adventures are very friendly and extremely helpful with everything. Our guide, Big Ben, is full of knowledge about all the plants and animals and very patient with all our questions. Everything was very smooth and we saw so much and I know this was due to hard work of team of Sunup Adventures and our amazing guide Ben. Thank you for memories we treasure for the rest of lives. Hope to meet again.