Banok Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Member Of:
- KATO & TRA
- Tour Types:
- Custom luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Maathangi Mohan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolute Pleasure!
My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Banok Safaris and would highly recommend them to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
From the very beginning, Benson was incredibly kind, accommodating, and professional. Everything was handled seamlessly, starting from our pickup in Nairobi, through our Maasai Mara safari, to our final drop-off in Naivasha. Not a single detail was missed, and the entire experience was completely smooth and stress-free. They also offered us very competitive rates, which made the overall experience even better.
A very special mention has to go to James, our guide, who is truly a gem! Being from a Maasai village, he brought an incredible depth of perspective and understanding to the safari. He was extremely thorough and persistent in ensuring that we had the best possible sightings. Thanks to him, we witnessed some splendid views and truly spectacular wildlife sightings.
We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our safari. We would wholeheartedly recommend Benson and Banok Safaris. Hopefully, whenever we return to Kenya, we will absolutely choose them again. A fantastic team and a truly memorable experience!
Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Jul 10, 2026Hi Maathangi,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure hosting you both on your Kenyan safari. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we are especially happy to hear that James made your experience so memorable. We sincerely appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to Kenya for another unforgettable adventure. Thank you.
AE
Email Sourav | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic Caring and Attention to detail
We had a great time with Banok Safaris. Right from customizing the package, they are very adjusting to the customer budget and gave good camp/lodge options within the budget. Benson and Sky helped to curate a good package. We has a 7 night 8 day package and it flew by very quickly.
Tip: Always try to stay as much as possible inside the forest and try to choose Camps than Lodges.
Jackson the guide, the driver, the specialist, the expert, was awesome. He made our game drives fun, thrilling and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend him for the tour.
We saw the big 5 and many others even though we went in the lean season. Even when we had some small issues in the lodges in Nakuru and Naivasha, jackson helped us through the lodge guys to fix everything for us.
All in all a great trup and we will definitely come back and travel again with Banok Safaris.
Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Jun 4, 2026Hi Sourav,
Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing Banok Safaris. We are delighted that you enjoyed your 8-day safari and had the opportunity to see the Big Five.
Your positive feedback about the guide, Jackson, and our team means a lot to us. We also appreciate your valuable feedback on the accommodations.
We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable safari adventure in the future!
Regards,
Benson
Email Pete and Debbie | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime!
We were simply amazed at the stunning landscapes we were able to see and experience. Eric was an excellent guide, always getting us in close proximity to the many wild animals. Absolutely unforgettable!
Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Mar 26, 2026Hi Pete & Debbie,
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip and truly appreciate you choosing us. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
PL
Email Przemystaw | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
PERFECT TRIP!
Memorable 6 days Kenia Safari with Banok Safaris. From breathtaking landscapes to incredible wildlife sightings, every moment was perfectly organized. The Guide was knowledgeable, friendly and made the experience worth special. Highly recommend Banok Safaris.
Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Mar 26, 2026Hi Przemystaw,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Banok Safaris. We are delighted to hear that your 6-day Kenya safari was memorable and that you enjoyed the breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife.
It’s especially rewarding to know your guide made the journey even more special through their knowledge and friendliness. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again for another unforgettable adventure.
Email Cindy | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Perfect Safaris all the time!
I’ve been going to safaris organized by Ben for the last four years and sometimes twice a year. I remember one year my luggage didn’t reach Nairobi. I went ahead and left for Lewa Valley as scheduled. The following day, Ben personally picked up my luggage and brought it to Wilson airport, the domestic airport. It arrived in Lewa and a personnel from our Lewa camp went to pick up my luggage from the air strip. Ben will make any wrong right. He communicates with my guide everyday to ensure that everything is flowing nicely. I’ve never been disappointed with Banok Safaris. They understand your needs, your preference and connects you with the right guide. My sister and I have already booked our migration safari in July and we are looking forward to it. You won’t regret booking your safari with Banok. Thank you Ben!
Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Mar 2, 2026Hi Cindy,
Your review genuinely means so much to us. I am truly grateful for your kind words and for the trust you have placed in Banok Safaris over the years.
It has been a privilege to plan your adventures and to be part of your safari experiences time and again. Your continued confidence in us and your enthusiasm for every trip motivate us to keep delivering exceptional and personalized journeys.
Thank you for recommending us so warmly and for choosing to travel with us again for the migration safari in July.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Benson.
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Email Grazia | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent Tour Operator
I found this tour operator on safaribooking and immediately understood exactly what safari I wanted. Benson organized a 10-day safari, including a beach holiday, impeccably. He was always available to answer any of my questions at any time. He also found me an Italian-speaking guide. The accommodations we chose were all perfect. The safari went very well. We saw everything and more, and at a time that wasn't exhausting. We always managed to relax for a few hours by the pool, or for lunch, or after 6 pm. I highly recommend this agency because it's excellent.
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Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Feb 27, 2026Hi Grazia,
Thank you so much for your reviewing your safari with Banok Safaris.
I am truly happy you enjoyed your safari and beach holiday, and that everything was perfect for you. It was a pleasure organizing your trip.
I look forward to welcoming you again!
Regards,
Benson M
Director - Banok Safaris Limited
Email George | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional solo safari - highly recommend Banok Safaris
I booked a 3 days solo safari to the Masai Mara with Banok Safaris, and it turned out to be the best travel experiences I have ever had. Everything was well organized, smooth, and tailored to my needs. My guide was incredibly knowledgeable and made sure I never missed a moment. The camp I stayed, Banok booked for me was very cozy and meals food was great. I highly recommend Banok Safaris to any traveler looking for a memorable stress free, and truly magical experience. I will correctly choose them again.
Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Dec 3, 2025Hi George,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are thrilled to hear your solo safari to the Masai Mara was such a memorable experience. It is great to know you enjoyed every moment. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would be honored to welcome you back for another magical adventure with Banok Safaris!
CA
Email Viv | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional and committed to a great safari experience for the guests!
Thank you to Benson and Eric for a truly memorable safari experience!
My friend and I had a wonderful time on our 4-day private safari with Eric. He was dedicated to making sure we had a full and meaningful experience, and we were able to see everything we were hoping for—animals, the lava flows, Taita Hills, and more. He was kind, knowledgeable, and fun to spend time with; we shared a lot of laughs. I especially appreciated how he went above and beyond, including helping us find extra food and water after some very full days. Thank you, Eric!
We had arranged an “in-between” style safari—staying in our own accommodations and planning to bring extra food to keep costs down. I would imagine that most Banok guests stay in higher-end lodges inside the parks, so at times it was a bit challenging to find our lodgings or locate affordable food options. So in that respect, the experience wasn’t always perfectly aligned with the budget-focused approach we’d requested, but Eric was flexible and adapted to our needs.
Otherwise, the trip was excellent. A big thank-you to Benson for putting together an itinerary that allowed us to experience so much in just 4 days.
Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Nov 24, 2025Hi Viv,
Thank you so much for sharing your safari experience with us!
We are delighted to hear that Eric made your 4-day safari memorable and enjoyable, and that he was able to adapt to your needs to ensure a fulfilling trip. Thank you once again for choosing Banok Safaris. We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure.
RU
Email Egor | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
James - perfect guide
We are very grateful to our guide James. He did his best to make us see all the interesting moments, he has listend walkie-talkie all the time to detect what was happening around, listened our requests, gave advice etc. and he’s generally kind guy. The whole tour was nice.
Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Nov 24, 2025Hi Egor,
Thank you for your amazing feedback!
We are delighted to hear that James made your safari experience memorable. We truly appreciate you choosing Banok Safaris and look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Email Masako | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable safari experience
We had a great safari experience !
Thank you Banok Safari !
Thank you Benson, you created perfect arrangement for us !
Thank you Eric, you were amazing guide ! You found the lion family in first day in 2 hours !
We were so lucky to choose Banok Safari !
Looking forward to my next safari trip.
Reply from Banok Safaris
Posted on Oct 18, 2025Hi Masako,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your safari experience with us.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip and that everything was well organized. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure!