Director Mpairo Ole Kiyapi explaining about herbs
Namayiana Safaris and Tours
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- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Anna and Gunnar Wikmark | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A perfect trip to Maasai Mara, Kenya
Maasai Mara was a must for our first visit to Kenya and we wanted to experience both the national park and the Maasai living there, if possible. Not merely as spectators but as part of the daily life. We were looking all over for a tour company or guide that could help us to that experience and finally found what become the perfect match for us in Mpario (John) and Corinna at Namayiana Safaris. A more devoted and friendly couple would be hard to find elsewhere and their sense for our, sometimes not so clearly articulated, wishes was outstanding. They arranged everything we asked for, from picking us up at the airport in Nairobi, lodging and allowing us to get to know Nairobi, lodging at the camp in Maasai Mara, game drives, introduction to the Maasai and the Maasai culture (John being a Maasai warrior himself), a most pleasant night in the Maasai village and even a hike to the mountain above the village, including an insight in Maasai medical plants. In Maasai Mara we were provided exactly the kind of tented camp we wished for, the Fisi Camp. We made visits to the park three days in a row, at evening, mid-day and morning. Johns driving skills on the sometimes quite challenging dirt roads and even more skills to be where the animals appear gave us fantastic opportunities to be close to many lions, elephants, fighting hippopotami and many more animals in various surroundings and situations.
When their spare driver, Jimmy, four nights later dropped us at our friends place in Kakamega, also a part of the agreed arrangements, we had a camera full of astonishing photos and our hearts full of Kenya and several new friends, not only John and Corinna. We now recommend all our friends to visit Kenya and to ask Namayiana Safaris to be their guide we and long for the next time in Kenya.
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Email Timo Hänseler | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best experiences of my life
I'm thrilled. John is a great guide! The experiences were incredible! In Masai National Park we could see everything. Of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, zebras etc. The specials from John like the walking safari and the overnight stay in Masai village were simply indescribable! Thank you John for the great experience!
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Email Kerstin.H. | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
100 % recommendation. More than we expected
What a wonderful journey into the heart of the Maasai Mara! Thanks to our guide John we saw a lot of the country, the Maasai culture and everyday life in Kenya. Visiting the village, getting to know their hospitality and being part of a great Maasai party in the end, was a very unique experience.
Thanks to our guide John, we enjoyed uncountable beautiful moments and saw many many animals. Thanks for everything and: we are coming back!
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Email Jakob | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An awesome experience with nicest guide John
Everything was planned very well and the knowledge and experience of John made this trip even better than we could have imagined. John is a really nice guy and ensured the pleasant time at the maasai mara. The game drives and walks with the rangers gave us an fullon experience of the preserved wildlive and nature in the parks. Great time and anytime again.
Email Tracey | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Truly amazing experience
Had an amazing adventure with Namayiana Safaris and John. On our safari. John drove us all around so we were able to see the Big 5 and we managed to get the most amazing photos of all the animals. John was such a great guy and always making sure we were close enough to get the best shots and was able to share an awesome amount of knowledge with us as we spent the day travelling around the maasai mara.
I would definitely recommend Namayiana and John to anyone wanting to do a safari for a really great price.
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Email Rizwan Khan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Home away from Home
It was a Yes, No, Yes, No situation for me to decide on visit the land of wild but finally when it did happen i had lot of options to choose from but i dont know somehow Namayiana just clicked and once i had things finalized it was a constant touch with Mpairo who is a Masai himself but he surprised me and that's a different story.
Mpairo made sure sure that he himself is present to receive us at the Masai Mara Air strip and what followed was a wonderful and breathtaking experience, he not only made sure that we spot the big 5 but also made sure that we witness the Great Wild Beast migration, He knows the park in and out and he drives like Schumacher in the wild but makes sure that you get the glimpse of everything Masai Mara has to offer.
Namayiana Safari group not only makes sure that you get your moneys worth but also makes sure that you are at you comfortable best when it comes to the Vehicle, Accomodation, Information, Watcher, Food and hospitality.
Thanks Mpairo for the wonderful experience, I know i have been too lazy to write this but i hope this post will bring a smile to your face.
I would strongly recommend Namayiana Safari for your trip to Kenya and Masai Mara
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Email Christy C. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari and Maasai Village Experience — HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
From our first email communication and throughout our pre-trip preparations, Namayiana Safari always communicated clearly and quickly — it was a treat to discover another email from John or Corinna in the inbox, helping to arrange the details (big and small) for our 16-day trip to Kenya. Furthermore, they also helped us figure out pieces of our trip to Tanzania as well. We thoroughly enjoyed every day we spent on safari with Namayiana — particularly the five days we spent in John’s village at his house. Truly the highlight of a two-month trip to East Africa!! John and his capable and warm staff (a special thanks to Moses, Solomon, Mkuti, and all of our chefs!!) created a magical time for our family of four — whether driving in the van, hiking, hanging out after dinner, or spotting animals on safari. We learned so much and had so much fun. The safari highlight for us was definitely the Masai Mara. Thank you, John and Corinna!! Highly recommended!!
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Email Mathias | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Much more than expected, don't miss!
We are 2 couples from Germany, and we traveled across Kenya self organized and also drove our car by our self. But for the National Parks we asked for local drivers and guides because they know where to go, and they have also a lot of information. We have done this in three Parks and in Masai Mara we had the good luck and pleasure that Mpairo Ole Kiyapi (we called him John) was our guide.
We arrived in the camp early afternoon and John was waiting for us. As we started the Game Drive in the afternoon John promised that this would be the appetizer for the next day. After a few hours and lots of Elephants, Lions, Buffaloes, Cheetahs and thousands other animals we could not believe that this would be the appetizer. But John kept word.
As mentioned we have made some experience also in other parks but there is nothing really to compare. John has a great knowledge where to go and guided us much closer to the BIG 5 than expected. He is also a nice boy with a charming humor (ask him about the story of discounts when a man has to pay the cows for marry his wife).
Also a wonderful experience was to visit his village which is located close to the Ololaimutiek Gate. We get a very warm welcome and traditional songs and dances and nothing looks like "Tourist Style".
If you are searching for a Guide or a tour: clear recommendation!
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Email Ingrid | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Do not miss the chance to go on a safari with Namayiana safaris!
During my three weeks in Kenya meeting Mpairo (John) and learning about the maasai culture was by far my greatest experience and I will definitely return. Mpairo has in depth knowledge about nature, animals and natural medicine. In combination with a sincere respect and appreciation for nature and life, and a happy and kind personality he gave me and my friends unforgettable memories during our visit to his maasai village. Next time we visit Kenya, we will of course go on safari with Mpairo and Namayiana safaris, looking forward to it!
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Email Jenny H | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Genuine experience in the Masai village
We were guided in the Masai village by John. He proudly showed us his village and even invited us to his home, and taught us about their traditions and rich culture. We had great discussions about a range of topics - health, nature, life, and even medicine - since John has been studying traditional medicine as well. John's english was great and it was so easy to talk, we had a really nice time together. Such friendly, knowledgable, open-minded and respectful person. So happy that we met him, he truly made our Kenya trip special. We will definately go back and then we will join his safari tour, which I am sure will be more than amazing. Thank you John!
Kind regards from your Swedish friends Jenny, Tomas and Ingrid.