Grayton Expeditions Team
Grayton Expeditions
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2009)
- Member Of:
- Eco Tourism Kenya & Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
TR
Email ALİ | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari with Grayton Expeditions
We've recently returned from our second safari with Grayton Expeditions this time to Kenya We had a wonderful 7 Days private Safari, visiting 3 areas the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli National park, the Masai Mara which my wife loved so much because of the expansive Savanh and the balloon safari which was marvelous, we saw an amazing number of animals including Lions, Leopards, Rhino and so many more, At the Lake Nakuru we had a chance to ride on the boat and also we saw the endangered rothschild's giraffe and White rhino the lake was full of flamingos and other birds, lastly we went to Amboseli There we had a chance to sight see Mount Kilimanjaro and the massive Elephants with large tusks. Then before we knew it our safari was almost over, we had two more nights at Amboseli which felt like coming home.
Huge thanks to Sandra the Safari specialist and Aron our drive/guide whose knowledge for all national parks and flora and fauna was amazing and all the teams at all the lodges that we called home at that time of our safari made our safari more memorable.
Thank you Grayton Expeditions for your prompt answering our email and well arranged Safari, I will not hesitate to recommend Grayton Expeditions to anyone who would like to visit East Africa.
QA
Email Bruno | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Grayton Expeditions
Fabolous 7 Day safari with Grayton Expeditions for my family as we were celebrating our 5 years wedding anniversary, I contacted several companies but Sandra was more convincing as she answered all our questions, being that it was our first time to be in East Africa.
She made all the arrangements our pick up at the air port and transfer to our hotel in Nairobi.
Our safari was starting the following morning with high expectations, Our travel expert, was with us from the beginning to the end to make sure everything was in order. We manage to sight see the big 5 Lions, Elephants, Buffalos, Rhino's and Leopards with many other birds.
Our accommodate was nicer then expected and we had lots of food and water.
I will definitely use this company for my future trips to Africa. At every camp and hotel, the warm and welcoming people went out of their way to make our stay special, including several private, romantic dinners in honor of our 5th anniversary. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest, we rate Grayton Expeditions 5+! We look forward to the next time we will travel with Grayton Expeditions.
Thank you again for all your help in making our anniversary Safari a reality.
QA
Email Mark Nicholas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Marvelous
My experience with Grayton Expeditions was Amazing all my expectations were meet according to the experience and adventure I wanted me and my family to enjoy.I went on a 8 day safari,on arrival from the airport we were picked up with a luxury car that took us to our hotel the food was amazing throughout the safari as we requested vegan cuisine.We visited a couple of national parks and game reserves Maasai Mara,Lake Nakuru,Hells Gate and Amboseli.
Our driver guide Ray was well informed in all the destinations we visiting he made the experience more exciting by showing us where the big five like to visit on there daily basis we managed to see leopard lions elephants and wildebeest and more animals.
I will have to visit again because my family enjoyed this visit and I will definitely refer my friends and family to use Grayton Expeditions every time we visit East Africa.
TN
Email Firas Ben khalifa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great operator
This was one of a lifetime safari 8 day private safari which I was offered with Grayton Expeditions, our first interaction with Sandra was amazing as she was guiding us in all the steps of what we asked and what to carry on the safari, she also help us to choose the best luxury lodges around the parks that we visited that is Masai Mara, lake Nakuru, lake Naivasha and Amboseli national park, we were forunte to sight see the elusive leopard and the rest of the big 5.
Our drive was Dan Castro who was every step of the safari was helpful, knowledge about the wildlife and birdlife in the parks.
I will always recommend Grayton Expeditions to any one who need a smooth safari in Kenya see you next time in my future safari.
FR
Email Alie Perreau | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
GRAYTON : Reactive and customer oriented
Sandra took very good care of us. I had a lot of questions and she was very responsive and helpful. Sandra also helped me get my train tickets and at each stage of the Safari tour, I was able to contact her without any difficulty. The tour was completely adapted to the desired format. We did it in English (we are french ) and it is totally possible for people with some knowledge to understand and be understood. It was great because we were with several nationalities during our safari tour. Thanks again Sandra !
This safari tour ( 7 days for Maisai Mara, Amboseli, Nakuru, hell's gate and Naivasha lake) with a mix between camp and hôtel was at a very interesting price.
Please note, during the low season, the organizers group differents people from different safaris in the same jeep/ bus. We didn't know it and we discovered it on the first day. No difficulty afterwards, however you must remain agile, if it's the case. We had a total of 3 different drivers over the 7 days. Everything went as stated in our initial plan.
I'll add a small note: hell's gate is a chargeabne option (800 kes bike + 2000 kes park entrance). Also in Amboseli you can take a morning walk at the foot of Kilimanjaro with the camp manager (10 USD). It would be interesting to add these options in the initial guide.
If you want more explanation, you may have to take a private tour. We got a few thingd from our drivers and they responded when we had questions. We were lucky to have good drivers who always found the best spots to see the animals.
In terms of accommodation and meals, it's very basic but it was enough for us. We didn't ask for a luxurous tour but a very basic one so we shouldn't expect anything spectacular. On the other hand, the last accommodation, a camp facing Kilimanjaro, was great. This is the one we preferred.
PL
Email Piotr | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent communication and flexibility.
Everything went fine despite two major changes in my plans.
The first one was resignation of one out of two participants a month before departure - I decided to go anyway and it could be done without any extra costs.
The second one was my flight to Kenya being cancelled by airline, so I had to start the safari one day later. The itinerary had to change a bit so the total duration could be 5 days instead of original 6 (to leave return date unchanged), but it also went without any problems and I got some refund because of this.
Accommodations were also good, I had a single room with private bathroom every time. And above all, great experience, best trip in my life, worth even 2x its price. I saw all the animals I wished for, including lots of flamingos at Lake Nakuru.
Email Didac | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All good
- The guides we had, Felix and Eric, were nice and helpful.
- The safari itself was really nice. We saw all the animals we wanted to see, and all the trips we did inside Masai Mara and lake Nakuru were really worth it. That's the main thing.
- The accommodations are basic, especially in Masai Mara. But I chose is a cheapish tour, so I was expecting it. If you want more comfort you need to pay more, I guess.
- The food is also basic: Rice, beef, chicken, spinach... Those sort of things. Again, if you want something more fancy you'll probably need to pay more.
DE
Email Marcel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
6 Day Group Joining Tour
We have booked the 6 day safari to Masai Mara Nakuru and Amboseli.
Before the start of the trip all questions were answered quickly and competently by the tour operator and the whole process went perfectly smooth.
After arrival we were picked up from the airport and we started directly our journey.
We felt well taken care of at all times and our very friendly driver Stanley took great efforts to show us the great wildlife of Kenya.
Thanks to his great experience, it was possible for us to have seen all the big five on the third day and you could tell he enjoyed his job.
All overnight stays and food stops were very well planned and completely stress-free for us.
We would go on safari with Grayton again anytime.
Greetings from Germany
DE
Email Anna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Grayton Expeditions will make your safari experience unforgettable
We booked 7-Day Safari Tour to see:
Masai Mara - Naivasha - Nakuru - Hell´s Gate - Amboseli
March 2023
Booking
I chose Grayton Expeditions because their offer was the most detailed and well-planned. Sandra responded very quickly and she was accommodating. As I had many questions - she answered all of them and we were very well prepared for the trip. Also, the booking process was easy and uncomplicated.
Pick-Up / Drop-Of
I loved that we were picked up from our apartment and everything went smoothly. They also dropped us at the airport after the safari. They will do anything for your comfort.
Safari
We had the best guide/driver you could even imagine. Collins is a fantastic guide with a broad knowledge of animals and Kenya overall. Thanks to him - we learned so much and better understood this wonderful country. He is also a great driver and was making sure - we got to see as much as possible. I really recommend him to everyone who goes on safari.
Our Safari days were perfect, we had the chance to see a lot. And every park is completely different. In the beginning, we thought, that maybe 7 days is too much because everything will seem the same. BUT - every park is completely different - it is worth it.
Accommodation
Although we choose the budget version - we had everything you need. Washrooms in every tent/hotel. Meal 3 times a day, bar with drinks and electricity. The beds were very comfortable and the meals were perfect.
Optional excursions
We booked a Maasai Village tour, a Boat ride in Naivasha Lake to Crescent Island & Walk with a guide in Hell´s Gate.
It was worth it!
Extra Tipps
- What I would suggest to other visitors - choose a backpack over big luggage. The car might get full and there won´t be enough space to store your luggage. We had 4 big suitcases and in the high-season that would be too much.
- Take enough cash with you. All additional excursions, drinks at the bar, and tips to the stuff you have to pay in cash.
- It is welcome to tip your driver at the end of the day. You choose the amount, but the standard is about 10$ a day.
- We went in the end-of-season right before the rainy season. You don´t have that many tourists and you are able to see how nature changed within 1 day after the rain. It was soo magical. I highly recommend it.
In the end, we were more than happy about this unforgettable experience. It was our first safari and Grayton Expeditions with Collins made it perfect.
DE
Email Aleksandrs | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Top communication, reliable service, friendly and supportive stuff
I recently had a pleasure to experience a safary tour that exceeded my expectations. We spent our days exploring the savannah and our nights gazing at the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness. It was an incredibly peaceful and rejuvenating experience.
We booked 7-Day Budget Safari including national parks Masai Mara and Amboseli, lakes Naivasha and Nakuru and Hells gate. Tour booking process was smooth and supportive. Friendly stuff reacted very fast on all our request and helped to understand the overal process: pickup/return, luggage, etc.
The tour guide (our driver Collins) was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the animals and the environment we were in, which made the experience all the more special. We were able not just to see a wide variety of animals in their natural habitats, but also to get detailed information about every creature, even any unusual plant for us, we saw. Our tour guide was very supportive and proactive. We were lucky and full of emotions.
Taking into account, that we booked budget safari, accommodations positively surpised us - comfortable lodges and hotels with all the necessary amenities. The food was delicious and the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating.