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)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Email Moe | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Above and beyond customer service
A truly phenomenal experience with Beyond the Plains. The company were fantastic at communicating with from day one to the end of the trip. Itinerary was customised to tailor our needs, accommodation was as described and Duncan our guide was brilliant.
Email Rose | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Safari!
My husband and I went on a safari to Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara for our honeymoon and we had a wonderful time with our guide Aaron! From the beginning of booking, through the entire experience, Beyond the Plains was fantastic to work with. Aaron was super informative about the animals and ecosystems, and even tailored our safari to our interests in birds and other animals. We really enjoyed our experience and we highly recommend both Aaron as a guide and Beyond the Plains as a safari operator!
Professional
Everything professionally organized, out guide Moses was superb. Selection of hotels was good. Safety and comfort was taken care at all times. Thoughtful gifts added a nice touch to the whole experience.
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Email Puikuan Chiang | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beyond The Plains, Beyond your expectations
We were two people went on 8 days safari trip with Beyond the Plains, Maurine from the company assisted us, from last year November enquiries to July 2026 departure, she shown her patience assisted me with all the questions that I have, also often checked on us during the trip to make sure we are enjoying without any obstacles.
George Mwaura, as our guide and driver, he has massive experiences to kept us safe, always ahead of time of everything, he always think ahead for the traffic, crowd and safety, make sure we have good amount of rest. With his guidance, we managed to saw the Big 5 animals also the wildebeest migration.
I will definitely recommend Beyond the Plains to the people that I know that who wants to go for a safari in Africa.
Email Laura | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A highly professional, reliable, and customer-focused tour operator that delivers seamless planning,
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Unforgettable Kenya Safari Experience!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Unforgettable Kenya Safari Experience!
Our trip to Kenya was absolutely incredible, and I highly recommend this company! From the very beginning, Sammy, our travel agent, was extremely professional, responsive, and attentive. He organized every detail of our itinerary perfectly, making the entire experience smooth and worry-free.
A special thank you to Michael, our driver in Nairobi. He was friendly, punctual, professional, and made us feel safe and comfortable throughout our time in the city. His knowledge of Nairobi and his warm personality made every transfer enjoyable.
The highlight of our trip was the safari in the Maasai Mara, which was truly an unforgettable experience. Our safari guide was exceptional—knowledgeable, passionate, and incredibly skilled at spotting wildlife. We were fortunate enough to see an amazing variety of animals, including the Big Five, and every game drive was an exciting adventure.
From the excellent planning by Sammy to the outstanding service provided by Michael and our fantastic safari guide, everything exceeded our expectations. Kenya is a beautiful country, and this trip created memories that will last a lifetime.
If you're looking for a professional, trustworthy travel company that delivers an exceptional safari experience, I highly recommend booking with them. We would definitely travel with them again!
Email William K Cox | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
From planning to execution, Beyond the Plains' performance on our Kenya safari was exceptional!
Two of us recently took a private five-day photo safari with Beyond the Plains Safaris, beginning in Nairobi and including Amboselli and the Masai Mara. For one of us it was a first ever safari and a dream since the age of six. For the other, it was the third African safari and the second in Amboselli and the Masai Mara. The punchline is that both of us were completely awestruck by this latest experience. The planning of this event was handled at Beyond the Plains with great care and very responsive service by Julius. Our guides were excellent, especially Ben. He worked extremely hard to ensure that we saw as many animals as were available at this time of year, including cheetah and leopard, both which had eluded us on prior safaris. Ben’s service was superb and his extra efforts were very impressive, including arranging for a romantic poolside birthday dinner by collaborating with the camp staff. On top of being a great guide, he has a terrific sense of humor and a winning personality. The facilities, meals, and staffs at both Zebra Plains “camps” we stayed at were excellent. One of the biggest highlights of our safari was the hot air balloon ride we took, which I would highly recommend. It was a very memorable experience that we would love to repeat.
I have recommended Beyond the Plains several times in the three weeks since our safari and will continue to do so. There are plenty of companies that can provide a good safari experience, but Beyond the Plains proved to be the best from my research before the safari and more than lived up to my expectations in reality.
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Email Mayra Rodrigo | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, reliable and unforgettable from start to finish.
We had an unforgettable safari with Beyond the Plains. Everything was very well organized from start to finish.
The itinerary was excellent, the national parks were breathtaking, and the lodges exceeded our expectations. Every place we stayed was comfortable, beautiful, and perfectly located.
Our guide was outstanding. He was knowledgeable, friendly, patient, and always did his best to give us the best wildlife sightings possible. We saw an incredible variety of animals and learned so much about Kenya and its wildlife.
Communication before and during the trip was excellent, and the team was always available whenever we needed assistance, which gave us great peace of mind.
This safari has been one of the best travel experiences our family has ever had. We highly recommend Beyond the Plains to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
Thank you for helping us create memories that will last a lifetime!
Email Marion | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime
I cannot sing the praises enough of Beyond the Plains. Maurine was amazing with every step of arranging the trip and was so responsive with any questions we had during the trip. All of our lodging was wonderful and Mike was a great guide. We made a lot of wonderful memories and would choose them again in a heartbeat!
Email Aileen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience from planning to driver to food to accommodations!
We had a fabulous time on our 11-day Kenya and Tanzania adventure. The guides, accommodations, food, and game drives all exceeded our expectations.
Harun and Peter were fantastic guides and drivers. Please see our additional comments regarding both of them. As for the lodges and camps, we were very happy with our accommodations throughout the trip.
Starting at the Crowne Plaza, we felt safe and comfortable after two long international flights.
Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge was the perfect start to our adventure. The grounds and accommodations were beautiful, and seeing so many wild animals roaming the property immediately got us excited for the trip ahead. The boat ride and walking tour provided an intimate and memorable wildlife experience.
Tipilikwani Mara Camp offered a wonderful glamping experience. The chef, waitstaff, and security staff helped create an authentic and welcoming atmosphere. The only drawback was that the camp is located outside the Masai Mara Reserve. We loved our stay, but if we were planning the trip again, we would likely choose a similar camp located inside the reserve to avoid the daily drive and park entrance process.
Serengeti Serena Lodge was an excellent choice. The drive there was long, but Peter turned it into an additional game drive, making the journey much more enjoyable. We debated whether we should have flown instead, but after seeing so much wildlife along the way, we appreciated making the drive. The thatched-roof rooms, buffet, and the opportunity to stay in the heart of the Serengeti made for a wonderful experience.
Acacia Farm Lodge was a beautiful boutique hotel and one of our favorite stays. The staff genuinely seemed to love their jobs and went above and beyond to make every day special. From our housekeeper leaving Swahili messages made from leaves to the spa experience and farm-to-table meals, every detail was thoughtfully executed. While we know some lodges near the Ngorongoro Crater offer spectacular crater views, we do not believe we would have enjoyed our stay more elsewhere.
Tarangire Sopa Lodge was very good. While it was not quite as impressive as Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Lunch by the pool was delicious, and the evening entertainment provided a fun and authentic cultural experience.
Our final day was long due to our afternoon and evening flights, but Peter kept us engaged and entertained throughout the day. We initially wondered whether visiting Tarangire National Park was necessary after seeing so much wildlife elsewhere. However, Peter shared extensive knowledge about the birds, vegetation, and ecosystem, which made the visit worthwhile.
If we were to do the trip again, we might consider adding Zanzibar in place of Tarangire National Park. The challenge would be working out the flight and transportation logistics, but it is something we would explore.
Overall, this was truly the trip of a lifetime. We enjoyed every minute and deeply appreciate all of your help planning the journey and answering our many questions along the way. Thank you for helping create such an unforgettable experience.
Email JB | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, trustworthy, and motivated safari company that is committed to customer satisfaction
Big thank you to John and the crew at Beyond the Plains for helping to fill in some missing pieces in our 8 day safari trip with some initial booking challenges caused by another agent. With literally zero notice, John was able to coordinate with airlines, hotels, and businesses to ensure that our trip was memorable. The staff was attentive, friendly, and went out of their way to make sure we felt comfortable.
Pricing is very reasonable. When we visit again, John will be our first call! Thank you!