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Apodiformes Adventures
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Member Of:
- Kenya Tourism Regulatory Authority, AFRICA TOURISM ASSOCIATION & FRIENDS OF NAIROBI NATIONAL WILDILIFE CONSERVATION
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $75 to $250 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Fabio | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good price and good experience overall in Kenya, but not a professional and kind service
In general, I give Apodiformes a 3/5 because the trip through Kenya as a whole has been a spectacular experience, and all the hotels included in the package and the drivers and guides were very professional, friendly, punctual and helpful.
Also, I found the total price for the package to be very good, beating many competitors' offerings, so if you want to save money, Apodiformes might be worth it.
But I have to reduce the score because all the interactions with Silas -responsible for Apodiformes- during the trip were rather a disaster, showing little professionalism and little kindness at all times. Although he was always very efficient before the trip, answering quickly via WhatsApp and adapting the schedule to our different requests, everything changed as soon as we arrived in Kenya:
Things already started badly with our arrival at Nairobi International Airport at 4:00 am, when there was no one to pick us up at the arrivals gate. Silas did not answer the phone, so after half an hour of waiting in the cold and with a 3 year old we had to take a taxi on our own to the booked hotel. When we arrived at the hotel, where we were very well received, we were finally able to contact him and he arrived minutes later. There were no apologies, just bad excuses that he was waiting “at the wrong terminal” (so why was his phone turned off?).
The next day we were going on safari. We had agreed with Silas to have a guide who spoke Spanish, but when we met the assigned guide he barely knew a few words. In the end it wasn't a problem because we were able to communicate well in English (and the guide -Leroy- was otherwise a fantastic person and a very professional and concerned guide that took very good care of us), but this lack of compliance with what was committed in the case of a client who didn't speak English would have been a big problem.
On the other hand, we had requested a child seat in the car that we would use to travel to Nakuru and Masai Mara and carry out the safari. The child seat was there, but it couldn't be attached to the car seat belts. We solved the ballot by buying a rope in a shopping center and tying the child seat with it. A messy solution that of course made us travel through the dangerous roads in Kenia feeling constantly anxious for the safety of our three-year-old.
In addition, that same day Silas told us he had unilaterally changed our accommodation on the Naivasha stage (from Sopa Naivasha Lodge to Simba) because at the Sopa lodge "there had been complaints of food poisoning". In the end it was not a problem because the Simba turned out to be very good but it seemed unprofessional to inform us of this at the last moment and base the change on a reason that sounded like an invention (no one else mentioned these problems in the hotel's opinions on Internet) .
At the end of the Safari, when we had scheduled a visit to a Maasai village, they wanted to charge us again for the visit even though the agreed program specified that it was included. We had to advance the payment and then claim the refund from Silas.
At the end of the Safari and going to the beach, we arrived at the Baobab Resort hotel, finding a standard room booked, although a superior room was specified in the agreed plan. We had to speak with Silas to demand that he negotiate with the hotel for an upgrade as agreed in plan.
On our return from Diani Beach to Nairobi, despite our flight being late, we had to wait almost an hour in the Wilson airport exit car park for Silas to show up to pick us up. It seems there was "traffic" but no other drivers who came to pick up the dozens of people who arrived on that flight had any trouble getting there on time.
Anyway, despite all these messes the thing could be forgiven if there had been sincere apologies and explanations in each case, but Silas did not consider to apologize for any of these inconveniences even once. He even did not ask us how the safari and other experiences had gone at any time, nor did he write to us to ask how the return home was, being unfriendly and showing total disinterest. A pity that our main contact and organizer of the trip was the least kind and considerate person that we have encountered in our trip to Kenya, otherwise fantastic.
Email Matt | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience, delivered by an incredible tour provider!
Just back after a brilliant 9 day adventure with Apodiformes!
Silas (the owner) communication was spot on with really quick responses at any time of the day, helping to make me feel comfortable with such a big purchase remotely!
We were lucky enough to have Isiah as our guide! Hilarious, knowledgeable and experienced! He know when and where we should be to make sure got the most out of the experience!
He also went the extra mile by doing things like printing out our train tickets for us including the return leg, this is something that friends we made that were with a different tour provide had to do themselves. Little things like that helped to make our trip a once in a lifetime!
A couple of things to note/put you at ease when booking:
- The payment portal on the link that Silas sends you does look a little suspect, but it is real and works fine.
- Communication is mainly through WhatsApp which is fantastic for easy chatting
- There are a few additional trips/activities that you can do along the way, a boat ride round a lake Naivasha $80 per boat, a visit to a Masai mara camp $30 per person, these aren't mandatory, but worth knowing about before you go!
Overall I would highly recommend Apodiformes for any tour you might be considering!
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Email Narayan Prajapat | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best service provider , unforgettable hospitality, professional tour guides cum drivers
I found about Apodiformes adventures through Safari.com. Contacted Mr. Silas who is very kind, friendly and professional.
He communicated with me and finalized my itinerary as per my need and offered me a tour package in my budget.
All the Lodges and hotels he booked for me such as Tamrind tree hotel in Nairobi, Enkorok Mara camp in Masaimara, Nakuru Sopa lodge in Nakuru, Amboseli Sopa Lodge in Amboseli were superb. All located at great locations, having professional and friendly staff and provided great service.
Our driver cum guide Mr. Gibson, who was with us for 8 days, was very friendly person, having good communication skill in English and showed us all the places and showed us all the animals Kenya could offer.
I am so greatful to Silas, Gibson and Apodiformes adventures for this memorable trip.
Kenya is best place for wild safari, adventures and relax. Yellow fever is very rare so nothing to worry about that, even no need to get yellow fever vacation, Kenyan people are very nice, kind and tourist welcoming.
I highly recommend everyone to visit Kenya and get the service of Apodiformes adventures to make your Kenya vacation pleasant and unforgettable.
Thanks Silas.
Love you man. Keep the good work up.
I miss you Kenya, wanna come again.
Hope to see you..
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Email Melite & Antoine | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great and unforgettable adventure!
We have just returned from a fantastic adventure which was a safari in Kenya including Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli and then a few days to relax in Diani Beach. The services provided by Apodiformes Adventures were good and a good value for money, Silas was very responsive to help us organize the trip, which was much appreciated.
Everything worked well, the hotels were great (especially Kibo!) and we felt safe and comfortable the entire week of the tour.
A few recommendations to future travelers, you should withdraw local currency upon arrival (not easy to get during the trip) for tips and souvenirs, and do not forget binoculars to spot animals !
We wish we had stayed longer (9 days was intense) so we will be back!
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Email Kristina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience!
We just came back from Kenya and I wanted to share our experience with you.
Firstly we were in contact with Silas, and he was always very responsive. It literally took him only few minutes to answer us, which we appreciate.
Our tour guide Isaiah is a great guy, after 6 days we’ve spent together he became more like family member! He’s a great driver too, I’m usually quite nervous on a road, but Isaiah had our full trust. He’s very punctual and has an excellent sense of humor, we enjoyed going on a safari with him and couldn’t wish for a better tour guide! We’ve seen all the “big five” and the “ugly five”, Isaiah has a good eye and was very motivated to show us as many animals as possible. We also got to learn a lot about animals behavior and their natural habitat.
Thank you, Apodiformes Adventures for an unforgettable memories of our lives. We hope to be back one day!
Email Russell | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful really go's the extra mile
Above and beyond our expectations
We have just come back from a safari trip with apodiformes and I have to say Silas (the owner) couldn't do enough for us
We where let down last minute by somebody else so I had to scramble around to organise this trip so I was messaging Silas all times of the day, evenings, weekend and he always came straight back to me with help and advice
He came to the airport to pick us up at about 11pm so we didn't get ripped off by a taxi then picked us up at 6am the next day so we could start the safari
At the end of the safari we got a train to mombasa.we had two bottles of expensive whisky with us (bought in duty free)which we didn't know isn't allowed on the train.so the driver took them to Nairobi gave them to Silas who stored them for a week then drove to the airport to meet us
I mean this guy REALLY go's the extra mile
Oh and the safari everything we could have hoped for got to see the big five
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Email Nikhil | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best of the best
Both, Silas in Nairobi and Sedrick in Uganda were very knowledgeable and helpful. Thanks to them, we had the most wonderful times.
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Email George | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An extremely well organized safari tour exceeding all expectations!
Apodiformes Adventures organized 16 incredible days of in safaris in Kenya and Tanzania. The tour exceeded our expectations. The quantity and types of animals was extraordinary.
Silas, the tour organizer responded to all our needs and communicated consistently.
The tour guides/drivers were very knowledgeable and professional. They attended to all our needs and wants, exposing us to wonderful animals in each of the 7 locations we visited.
We were very pleased with our accomodations including the food and services provided.
The tour cost was competitive and reasonable and the quality was superior to other companies contacted.
I will refer family and friends without hesitation and hopefully participate in another safari tour with Apodiformes Adventures in the future.
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Email Noms | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Apodiformes exceeded the expectation
Silas is very accommodating and flexible. He made sure that we are well taken cared of during the full trip.
Isaiah, our private guide was also entertaining and very caring.
Well recommended for future trips to Kenya. They can customize the trip depending on your budget and preferences.
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Email Cherry | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Marvelous
Our safari trip with Apodiformes was absolutely amazing. We spent 5 days visiting Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Hells gate.
Isiah, our driver, was excellent. His ability to spot and find animals was amazing. He was friendly and spoke English well so much fun while doing game drive laugher is overload.
Silas, at Apodiformes , was very professional, responsive and helpful. He answered many questions and customized our trip to meet our wishes.
At Masai Mara (3 days) we saw lions, cheetah and a leopard (along with the thousands of wildebeest, cape buffalo, gazelle, zebra, etc). Also, elephants, giraffe, hyena, jackal, ostrich, baboon and more.
We completed our trip at Nairobi we had dinner at carnivores tried crocodile meat, turkey, ox balls and many exotic food dawah must try This was amazing.
Isiah brought us back to our airbnb place and helped us get a Covid test for a flight back to the UAE.
We spent 2 days more in nairobi and arrange airport transfer with Isiah he made sure that we reached the airport safely we truly appreciate that see you again brother.
I highly recommend Apodiformes Adventures The price was reasonable. The accommodations and food were good and the trip went just as Silas described. We would definitely use them again if/when we return to Kenya.
