Guide Richard at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge
Lenchada Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2015)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Paul Chaudury | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best value for the money safari
Their price was lower than most safaries and we were apprehensive about quality. But we were completely surprised. A budget tent/lodge safari didn't feel budget quality. The parmanent tent had real beds and real bathroom with vanity, real toilet, and hot water. Also we had electricity for many hours in the evening. There were portable hurricane lamps for use in the middle of night. All meals were quite good that we didn't expect in a safari. Customer service at all levels were quite satisfactory. The driver Kikitu was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He is highly energetic and showed us as much as possible everyday. We saw all types of animals. Our best view was seeing a lion chase pack of zebras and getting a kill. It was exciting but hard to watch. But it's a circle of life and nature takes and gives at the same time. Our one major bad luck was not seeing the migration crossing the mara river. That day, there were none. I guess you have to be lucky. We have to go again and figure out how to make sure it happens. That means look for a safari that takes you to Masai Mara for more than one full day.
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Email J Miguel | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience
Everything was a fantastic experience, with many amazing situations that describe the real life of Africa and specially Kenya.
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Email Cassandra | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Over and above
My friend and I went on a six day safari to Masai Mara, Nakuru, and Amboseli. We had a fantastic time! We saw almost every type of animal. Our tour guide went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and had an enjoyable adventure. The lodging in both Masai Mara and Nakuru were comfortable and clean. The lodging in Amboseli was less so and I would highly suggest a change in lodging location. Be prepared to eat something similar every day, but all of it was good food. Over all, my friend and I had an amazing time, would recommend this trip, and would do it again.
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Email Andreas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything worked exelent and we felt always save. Gerne wieder!
All good............................................................................................
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Email Mani | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Memorable experience
We took 5 day Masai mara- nakuru- naivesha with lenchada safaris. The experience was wonderful and is more than worth the price. Our guide and driver, James is very knowledgeable and he made sure we all were very comfortable throughout the journey. We saw all the big five including the feasting of the cheetahs. Everything from punctuality, cleanliness and staff behaviour was top notch. I strongly recommend lenchada and if possible ask for James as the guide.
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Email David | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari
Khalifa is a great driver,really passionate about wildlife and always wishing to walk the extra mile.We really enjoyed the tour,the visit to Mara river,the wildbeest migration and the lunch under an acacia tree
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Email Rohit Dhanuka | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Overall Good Experience
I would recommend Lenchada as my overall experience was good. I have taken 3 days 2 nights group safari tour with them and enjoyed it . Our tour guide Evans is a fun loving person and also experience guy, he has a good knowledge about the park and we could see 4 out of Big 5 during the one full day trip. Would suggest to pay them on cash and not through the online link the agency send as it is not secured and will lead to fraud transaction which i experienced.
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Email Gamze | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
an unforgettable experience
everything was nice. Our guide James tried to show us all the animals and we saw them all. The tent we stayed in was comfortable. Only the second day water problem, dirty flowed from the tap. They gave the necessary attention and tried to find a solution. lunch and dinner were delicious, maybe they could diversify breakfast. We thank you for everything.
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Email Natalia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Travel Company!
Lenchada travel offers a great service. I was traveling with a colleague after working for a few days in Nairobi and we had a great time. Our driver Kikito went above an beyond in the game drives to make sure we could see all the animals. The facilities were clean and comfortable. The food in the campsite was really good and all the people are willing to help make your stay as comfortable as possible. Thank you for helping me have the best memories possible during my time in the Masai Mara.
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Email Decline to State | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular with a Side of Vexation
The main day of our safari, we were very blessed and got to see almost every major species of animal possible in Maasai Mara. That being said, the drive was quite frustrating at times. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable but also restless. Every time he decided to stop so that we could take pictures, he would suddenly shift gears and floor it or move us back and forth unnecessarily and without warning. Some people got hurt, and a few of us have really blurry pictures of the sky and apparatus of the open roof as it hit us in the face or chest from the whiplash. James was a great driver other than the twitchiness, however. He never got us stuck in the mud like we witnessed other drivers do and really did do his best to help us see the animals as clearly and closely as possible while keeping us safe. Other main annoyances like the terrible roads weren't his fault. The only other suggestion I'd have is for him to keep certain comments himself; the picnic would have been a lot more comfortable without them.
The places we stayed in were nice as were the meals. Hm, perhaps the vehicles could be better suited for safaris rather than just regular vans, though. The one were we in was cramped as far as legroom and storage space and barely up to the challenge of the Maasai Mara roads.
