REDEFINING TRUE AFRICAN EXPERIENCE!
Bateleur Eagle Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Member Of:
- Ministry of Tourism Kenya & Tour Operators Society of Kenya
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $300 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
US
Email Andrew Duff | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We had high expectations, that were exceeded!
My experience with Bateleur Eagle was great from start to finish. I wanted a fun and interesting safari at a reasonable price. For me that means cutting out the local travel agent. Shopping on line was overwhelming because of so many choices that all look the same with widely divergent prices. Surprisingly, around a campfire here in Vermont, a friend told me of a mutual aquaintance that has a cousin in Tanzania and is a safari guide. He made some recommendations in Kenya. Those recommendations led to safari bookings that led to Bateleur Eagle. And Mathew.
Mathew and I emailed back and forth several times to nail down some details. I wanted to be picked up in Kisumu, where I was doing some volunteer work at a few local hospitals.(I'm a nurse) I was trying to avoid an unnecessary trip back to Nairobi. No problem. We booked a three night safari in the Maasai Mara split between two camps and a Land Cruiser. We were a little early for the great migration so the price might have been lower than prime time. Mathew was timely in his replies and set up a great trip for us. Including Jackson.
I'm sure the other guides are good at their jobs but we feel lucky to have gotten Jackson. He's the kind of guy that I would hang out with if he lived in Vermont. We were staying in a Catholic conference center near Kisumu that was going to be impossible to find at 0600hrs on our departure day. Our priest friend advised Jackson to come the night before. He arrived in a tricked out Toyota Land Cruiser that I wanted to bring home with me. Jackson knows his business. He put us on 22 lions, 6 cheetahs, and 4 leopards, and all the rest. At times it was like being in a nature documentary. Watching hyenas chase wart hogs. Lions stalk wart hogs. A leopard trying to ambush gazelles.
I own a large GMC plow truck and know a thing or two about getting stuck with it. To Jackson's credit we never got stuck. We went through some streams and mud holes and my son and I had our leopard spots(mud) but he always got through.
The accommodations and food were excellent. Mara Loyk has a pool which is great. You might be reading this in the course of shopping for your trip. Do not book a van! They don't have the same abilities as the land cruiser. Stop shopping and email Mathew. Ask for Jackson as your guide. They did a great job for us.
Email Esther | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Bateleur Eagle Safaris are simply the Best!
Bateleur Eagle Safaris took me and My friends to the Mara. It was a unforgetable experience, our guide Steve made sure we saw all the BIG FIVE! Newton was also very helpful and answered all our questions. Their safaris are also baby friendly my baby enjoyed the safari and is still excited! I would choose Bateleur Eagle Safaris again and again!!
Email Maria B. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best Safari Experience you will ever have!! Highly Recommended
Mathew and the team at Bateleur Eagle Safari are outstanding! The communication before, during and after the safari was excellent. Mathew went out of his way to ensure that everything run smoothly and it did. From the moment we landed in Kenya to the moment we left everything was organised impeccably, to very high standards and as agreed.
Edwin, our driver and guide during the safari was knowledgeable, fun, accommodating and also went out of his way to make our safari experience an unforgettable one. He was incredible at spotting the animals and gifted us with encounters with lions, elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, leopards and everything in between.
Mike, our driver whilst in Nairobi was also excellent and made sure we got to where we needed to go safely and with enough time to see all the wonderful sites Nairobi has to offer.
There were four of us travelling and we all had an amazing time. We would not hesitate using Bateleur Eagle Safari again and we highly recommend them.
US
Email Tamar | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Making the most of our experience!
Bateleur Eagle Safaris is an excellent tour operator, and our Safari with them was the highlight of our stay in Kenya.
Newton had regular and clear communication in the days leading up to our tour. The payment was handled professionally and efficiently. It was a bit of stretch for our budget, but well worth it, especially for only 3 days and two nights.
Our accommodations with the Zebra Plains Amboselli Camp were incredible. The location is gorgeous with stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The room was private, comfortable, and had running water for shower, and facilities. They were very understanding of our dietary restrictions (vegetarian), and the meals were tasty. The camp is a bit of a distance from Amboselli, but the drive is well worth it, as the terrain is different from the park, and we saw wildlife everyday to and from the park. All in all a lovely place to stay. Wish we could have stayed longer.
The game drives were excellent. Steven, our guide, really helped us maximize our time, and made sure that we saw a lot of the park, a lot of the animals. He also is very knowledgeable about animals, he spots them well, he understands and explains their behavior, and he has literature on them. We spent most of our time on Safari in the park or driving too and from the park, so we really got the most of our time. Steven is also an incredible driver, and was able to navigate tricky terrain, we didn't get stuck once, and in fact we were able to help out stuck jeep. :)
If we are ever lucky enough to return to East Africa, we would love to go on Safari with Bateleur. Couldn't recommend them more highly.
US
Email Barbara Stein | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Travel Advisor's Excellent Experience with Bateleur Eagle Safaris
My clients who I booked with Bateleur Eagle Safaris raved about the exceptional service and professionalism of the company. The prompt repies I received from the company were right on point and it was a pleasure to deal with them. My clients were delighted with the staff's knowledge, fine condition of vehicles, the on time policy of all pick-ups, and the overall excellence of their experience. Thank you, Bateleur Eagle Safaris!
NO
Email Bjoern Jaegerud | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our 4th trip to Kanya arranged by Mathew. And is was fantastic again :-)
We have been in Kenya four times. Tree times before Mathew has arranged our stay in another company and together with the excellent guide Geoffrey we have had experiences we never will forget. This time Mathew arranged everyting in his own new company,Bateleur Eagle Safaris. This time we visited Amboseli, Nairobi (Eka hotell), Samburu, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara and before leaving home we had some hours stay at the 4 season hotel at the airport. We have traveled around with Geoffrey for 14 days all four times. He is like an open book, his knowledge about Kenya, the people, the parks and the animals is absolutely fantastic. We are learning a lot from him. We give him and Mathew the best recomendations possible. We are already planning the next trip and our daugheter will go there in September 2020.
Email Joanna Spencer | 35-50 years of age
Unforgettable experience
There are many safari operators to choose from but Bateleur Eagle Safaris stood out for me from the start. Their brochure, communication and prompt responses to many questions I had gave me confidence in the choice and they delivered.
The information presented before the trip was filled with many details and ensured easier preparation for me.
They have created a wonderful experience and memories which will stay with me for the rest of my life.
Each moment of my stay in Masai Mara was well planned and filled with excitement.
Each team member I met made me feel special and went that extra mile to make sure I am safe comfortable and enjoy my time.
Mara Entim Camp was exceptional with great service and beautiful surroundings.
The only thing I would change, if I could is I wish I could have stayed longer.
Thank you Bateleur Eagle Safari Team.
I will be back.
Email Maxine Coss | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service from booking to our flight home at a reasonable cost
Excellent communications before our late booking, all questions and queries were answered immediately. Airport pickup was as planned. All hotels and lodges were of a high standard, our tour guide was friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. Our private safari tour exceeded our expectations and we saw so many wonderful animals and beautiful birds with spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Jackson our tour guide also taught us a lot about life in Kenya. We could not have asked for more.
US
Email Emily Warari | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent from beginning to end!
Booking our safari was easy thanks to Newton who answered all my questions very quickly and thoroughly. Our guide on the safari, Sam, was excellent and very knowledgeable. We highly recommend this company!
