Here is the team at Beyond the Plains
Beyond The Plains Kenya Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2021)
- Member Of:
- ASTA, Kenya Association of Tour Operators, East Africa Wildlife Society, AMREF, Nature Kenya & Tourism Regulatory Authority
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $130 to $1,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Julie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service at a reasonable price!
The booking experience was straightforward and the office was quick to reply to my questions throughout the process. The pricing was fair for a mid-tier safari. Accommodations were clean and the food was pretty good, nothing to write home about. My guide was excellent and
easy going. His driving was safe and efficient. He seemed to really care that we were having a good time. Would recommend!
Overall Great Experience Thanks to BTP
Beyond the Plains did an amazing job in delivering a fantastic experience in our private safari. Right from the point of sale to dropping us off back in Nairobi, the BTP team was extremely professional. It was well organized and well executed by taking care of every need we had on this special trip. Aaron, our guide was super knowledgeable and skillful in executing the game drive, which was the most important for my photography!
SG
Email Yueh Nyng | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Memorable and comprehensive trip to Kenya and Tanzania
Beyond The Plains brought us on a very memorable and lovely trip through Kenya and Tanzania! Everything went smoothly from planning with Julius to the actual tour with our 3 guides - John, Anderson and Moses. They made sure that we had everything we needed, they were always on high alert on game drives to make sure we saw as much animal action as we could, and they were friendly and always answered our never-ending questions about everything. The only thing bumpy was the roads haha but even then our guides always tried their best to make sure we could be as comfortable as we could be in the jeep. Would highly recommend Beyond The Plains if you're looking to do a safari trip!
Email Bill | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Flawless from Start to Finish
My wife and I recently returned from a safari in Kenya organized by Beyond the Plains Safaris, and it exceeded every expectation we had.
From the very beginning, Sammy’s guidance through the planning and preparation process was outstanding. Every question was answered promptly, and the attention to detail gave us complete confidence before we even left home.
Once we arrived in Kenya, everything ran flawlessly. Flights, transfers, accommodations, and safari logistics were perfectly coordinated. We never experienced a single problem or delay throughout the trip.
Our guides—Michael, Ian, Aaron, and James—were exceptional. Their knowledge of the parks, wildlife, and local culture greatly enhanced our experience, and they were a pleasure to spend time with each day. Moses was also incredibly helpful in our Nairobi transfers and making sure everything went smoothly.
We have traveled extensively around the world, both independently and on organized tours and cruises, and this ranks among the very best travel experiences we have ever had. The wildlife viewing was incredible, the accommodations were outstanding, and the warmth and hospitality of the Kenyan people made the trip even more special.
A heartfelt thank you to Sammy and the entire Beyond the Plains team for creating such an unforgettable adventure. We will enthusiastically recommend Beyond the Plains Safaris to anyone considering an African safari.
Highly recommended without hesitation.
ES
Email Helen Linton | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dedicated safari experts committed to making your dream adventure unforgettable.
From the moment we first contacted Beyond the Plains, we knew we were in good hands. Andrew was incredibly helpful throughout the planning process, always quick to respond and happy to answer our questions. Booking a safari can feel overwhelming, but he made everything easy and stress-free.
Our safari itself was simply unforgettable. Moses was an exceptional guide—warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about wildlife. Every game drive felt like a new adventure, and thanks to his expertise, we enjoyed some truly incredible sightings. His enthusiasm and dedication added so much to the experience.
What impressed us most was how personal everything felt. We never felt like just another booking; the team genuinely cared that we had the best possible trip. The attention to detail, seamless organisation, and excellent communication throughout were outstanding.
We returned home with amazing photographs, wonderful memories, and a real appreciation for the people who made this journey so special. Thank you, Andrew, Moses, and the entire Beyond the Plains team for helping us create memories that will last a lifetime. We would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone planning their dream safari.
GR
Email Galateia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very well organised private safari itinerary
We asked for a personalised itinerary, and they organised everything perfectly for us. The entire trip was very well organised, with wonderful activities included and an incredible lodge booked for our stay. It was a private safari just for the two of us, which made the experience even more special. Our driver and guide was very kind and knowledgeable. We had an amazing experience and would highly recommend them.
Excellent tailored safaris with highly knowledgeable guides
Couldn't recommend them more. Right from the start, they were waiting for us at the airport and took us to our hotel. The next day, they picked us up and introduced us to our guide, Harun, with whom we would be doing the safari.
Harun was always helpful, friendly, and answered all of our questions. One detail I truly appreciated about him was his respect for the animals; while we saw other vehicles rushing toward them, Harun always showed respect and patience. Because we weren't making noise or disturbing them, the animals actually walked right in front of us on their own. You can really tell he loves his job and is incredibly knowledgeable!
I highly recommend both Beyond the Birds for their overall service, and Harun as a guide!
All of the guides and personnel worked hard to keep us happy. They exceeded our expectations.
Beyond the Plains Kenya Safaris are a well organized, skilled and economical safari company. All their guides are very knowledgeable about Kenya. I will definitely use them
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Email Swati | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Flawless planning, top-notch stays, and an expert team that made our dream safari a reality
Amazing safari! Good accomodation. Thanks to Peter our guide & Andrew our coordinator for seamless planning and guiding.
Email Marissa & Devon | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a lifetime!
My husband and I had the most amazing first ever safari experience with Beyond The Plains! Booking was easy, professional, and tailored to what we wanted. They were responsive and kind with all the questions we had leading up to the trip. Pick up and transport were smooth and exactly as planned even though we requested a pickup from Kisumu which was out of the norm. Our guide, Duncan, was fantastic. Super relaxed, happy to chat and answer questions but also happy to just let us do our thing during the long drives. During the safari he was very knowledgable about the animals and environment and taught us so much along the way. It was truly the experience of a lifetime. We visited Lake Nakuru and stayed at Ziwa Bush Lodge which was such a gorgeous paradise with amazing food. Then to Masai Mara staying at Jambo Safari Lodge. This one definitely felt a little more touristy and the accommodations weren’t quite as high quality or authentic as Ziwa, but it was perfectly suitable for what we needed. The staff there were all very kind and welcoming.
Things I think would have been helpful to know beforehand would be:
1) visit to Masai Village- it would have been good to have a little more info on what to expect here. For example, just before arriving our driver let us know people often bring donations in the form of cash, books, supplies, etc. but we hadn’t known that and so didn’t have much cash on us and definitely didn’t bring any supplies/books.
2) more info on if/when bathroom breaks/stops would be possible during Safari and the drives. It worked out fine but would have been good to know in advance just for peace of mind.
3) I wish we had known to bring more cash, specifically small bills of Kenya shillings for tipping the hotel staff/wait staff.
Again, truly the experience of a lifetime and would absolutely recommend booking with them! We hope to come back to Kenya and plan a trip to Amboseli, Samburi, and Mombasa and will be happy to work with Beyond the Plains again. :)
