Wild Destinations Owners - Fareen & Shaheen
Wild Destinations
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 1997)
- Member Of:
- KATO & KTF
- Tour Types:
- Custom luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $1,230 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Patrick Bell | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing and seamless!
We've booked several trips through Wild Destinations and have always been very happy. Shaheen is responsive to emails, really listens to your needs, and makes sure that you're well taken care of during your trip. This last trip, we had a flight cancelled, which would have resulted in missing our connection to our next destination. Shaheen worked with both the airline company and the camp we were staying at to arrange a separate flight direct from the Mara to Lamu and even arranged for food to be covered at our camp. We'll definitely continue to use Wild Destinations!
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Email Channing | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was nice to have everything taken care of; Kenya is fabulous.
Shaheen is very good at keeping in contact with her clients by email. Make sure to ask questions and get details so that you are up to speed on your trip. She even organized a trip to a school where we could drop off donations we brought with us.
Being on safari in Kenya should be on most peoples' bucket list. The wildlife, scenery and atmosphere is amazing. It was an usually late wet season in 2018 so we saw SO MANY animals in Lewa and Ambosli while there were not as many in Masai Mara, which we hear is unusual. Because safari is so closely dependent on Mother Nature, there is no way to tell, so I'd suggest adding locations to increase your odds!
WD can organize air or ground travel during your trip (so make sure to be specific with what you'd like - it makes a difference!). We stayed at the Fairmont Mt. Kenya which was beautiful. We also stayed at several Elewana Collection resorts and they were AMAZING. The service and level of attention to detail at Elewana is out of this world! Elewana was an excellent choice of hotel line.
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Email Nancy Caesar | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding Service Provided Us With An Excellent Safari Experience
This was our third Safari booked through Wild Destinations, so obviously we are extremely impressed with the outstanding service we have always received from Shaheen, Fareen, and their staff. The entire trip was arranged through e-mails; all communications were responded to immediately, with clarity, guidance, and correct information. Shaheen listened to our requests and made suggestions that were perfect. She kept the trip within our budget, and as one who resides in Kenya, we know that she has actually stayed in the properties she recommends. Our Safari went exactly as planned, and we were quite pleased with our driver, and all transport. The driver was courteous, punctual, and most professional. Our Toyota Land Cruiser was kept spotless, which is a difficult task due to the dust and dirt on the roads. Every time we entered the truck we noticed that he had washed all the floor mats, wiped down the seats, and made it as comfortable and clean as possible! All accommodations were lovely, and again, Shaheen listened to all requests and made it happen. We expected things to be taken care of and they were! Special requests, such as a school visit, was scheduled, planned for, and fully enjoyed. With Wild Destinations we are able to design our own itinerary and it's their personal service which makes every trip so wonderful! Tour guides at the various parks were extremely knowledgeable and most generous with their time. Wild Destinations makes certain that our tourist money is spent in conservancy communities who love and protect the wildlife. Shaheen and staff also took care of our flights, from the USA to Nairobi, and then within Kenya. The costs were much more reasonable, and when we had a delay, (caused by airline) she was making sure we had seats on an alternate flight. It's knowing that you will be taken care of and that they truly care about every detail, which makes such a huge difference in the overall experience! Our third Safari was another excellent trip and we appreciated all that was done for us by Shaheen and her staff at Wild Destinations!
Email Nicolas | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The trip in the Masai Mara was amazing and you can trust Wild Destination at 100% !
The trip in the Masai Mara was amazing and you can trust 100% Shaheen!
We had a small problem with the cars at the beginning but Shaheen reacted instantly and found a perfect solution for us.
Email Muthoni M. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent! Would not ave done it without them.
We planned our whole trip of 2 different destinations with them. The team had great insights about places to see and things to do (in several options). Great communication and feedback - constant updates on action required or changes to the itinerary. This gave us confidence in them.
We will definitely keep working with them!
Fantastic experience. Shaheen and Fareen are amazing and provide first rate personal service.
We have travelled with Wild Destinations twice now and both of our parents have gone as well. We have no hesitation in recommending them. They provide customized itineraries and put a great deal of thought into the parks to go to and what the best accommodations would be. We travelled with our two boys (9 and 11) and Shaheen and Fareen made sure that their interests were taken into account. They had an amazing experience. If you go with Wild Destinations I have no doubt you will have a trip of a lifetime.
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Email Shelley | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Only once in a lifetime
Shaheen and Fahreen had it all arranged for our family of 5. We visited parks, Stonetown and Zanzinar and every steps of the way it was well organized, timely so enjoyable. Our children ages 9 and 11 experienced an adventure that will stay with them for their lifetime. The joy we collectively experienced seeing these beautiful places together is truly once in a lifetime. Shaheen and Farheen organized a magical trip customized for us and exceeded every expectation. I would travel with them time and time again and consider them our favourite friends in Kenya. They will ensure your trip is once in a kid.
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Email Juan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My Kids Loved It and Want to Go Again!!!
Amazing & Spectacular!!! I honestly don't know how we'll ever top this trip. One thing for sure, we are taking the kiddos again soon to Africa and Wild Destinations is the ONLY company we trust to deliver the ultimate experience.
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Email aldine | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!! Truly Amazing!!
Wild destinations was a perfect fit for our family and group. I loved arriving to everything planned out for us. Everything went perfectly, and the experience was life changing! We were all nervous before going to Africa, but after meeting the ladies who run Wild destinations and how well planned everything was we were at ease. The food the people and the place were over the top! My kids were totally entertained and found much to eat to their liking. Not a complaint out of one of them. We can't wait to go back, and will be booking with Wild Destinations for sure!
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Email Gary | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience
So many reviews of going on Safari in the Mara are so positive that I was worried that we were setting ourselves up for a slight disappointment. Not so! Our experience with Shaheen and Fareen coordinating our trip was outstanding. The accommodations and wildlife were unbelievable, but more than that, Shaheen and Fareen went out of their way to have graceful touches of "wow" surprise us throughout our time in Africa. My family and I are grateful to have gotten to know them!