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Linda   –  
Ireland IE
Visited: February 2025 Reviewed: Feb 5, 2025

Email Linda  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Lawrence was so knowledgeable, friendly, experienced. He made our safari the best experience
5/5

This safari and our driver was the best experience !
He was friendly, so knowledgeable and so kind!
He thought us so much not only about the animals but about the parks and about life in Kenya. He answered our many many questions and always did so smiling!
He is definitely an expert at what he does!

He also went above and beyond in making sure we saw all the animals. He got us the best viewing spots each time and put in such an effort for us to see every single animal of the park.

We loved our time with him and he made us laugh so much over the few days! We are so happy we got to spend the safari trip with him!

Thanks Lawrence for the best few days!
🦒🐘🦓🦁🦏🐆

The company was so easy to communicate with, flexible with any changed we wanted and were very reliable! I would definitely book again with them!

Michaella   –  
Ireland IE
Visited: January 2025 Reviewed: Feb 5, 2025

Email Michaella  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing Company and Driver Lawrence
5/5

We just returned from an incredible 5-day safari with Marurumi Safaris, and it was truly the trip of a lifetime! From start to finish, everything was seamless, and a huge part of that was thanks to our amazing driver and guide, Lawrence.

Lawrence was absolutely brilliant - his knowledge of the wildlife across the three parks we visited was incredible. He could identify every animal and bird we spotted, teaching us so much about their behaviour, habitats, and interactions. His passion for wildlife and his job was so evident, making every game drive even more special.

Beyond the safari itself, Lawrence gave us such great insight into life in Kenya, sharing fascinating stories and patiently answering the hundreds of questions we threw his way. He made every moment fun, and we laughed non-stop throughout the trip.

Thank you, Lawrence and Marurumi Safaris, for making this such an unforgettable experience! If you’re thinking about booking a safari, I would highly recommend!

Veronica   –  
United States US
Visited: November 2024 Reviewed: Mar 2, 2025

Email Veronica  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Made our dreams reality
5/5

All accommodations were well chosen; the tour was fantastic; every effort was made to accommodate our needs. The food provided was excellent!

We are a family with two pre adolescent kids, every member of our family loved the experience particularly our kids.

Our guide was not only professional and well informed but kind and thoughtful.

Nuno   –  
Portugal PT
Visited: February 2025 Reviewed: Mar 16, 2025

Email Nuno  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing Company and Drivers (James and Lawrence)
5/5

Before our trip, we compared offers from numerous safari companies, and Marurumi Safari stood out by far as the best choice. They impressed us with their quick and high-quality responses, a detailed and well-thought-out itinerary, and a highly competitive price.

Our safari lasted 6 days: 2 in Amboseli Park, 1 at Lake Naivasha, 1 at Lake Nakuru and 1 in Masa Mara (last day was travelling back to Nairobi)

Our guides, James (for Amboseli park) and Lawrence (for the remainig part), were fantastic! They were incredibly friendly and passionate, providing engaging and insightful commentary about the animals we encountered. Their expertise truly enhanced our experience—they always seemed to know the perfect spots and times to position the vehicle, allowing us to get remarkably close to the wildlife. On several occasions, animals passed right by our car, making for unforgettable moments.

Overall, we highly recommend Marurumi Safari—it’s excellent value for money, and the experience was absolutely top-notch!

Ken Wong J.H.   –  
Malaysia MY
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 21, 2025

Email Ken Wong J.H.  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Professional, friendly, punctually and put a lot effort to show us animal during safari tour
5/5

We had our 7d6n safari tour with Marurumi Safaris.
We truly enjoy the whole journey from Amboseili, Lake Naivesa, Lake Nakurru & Masai Mara
Big thumb ups to our tour guide / driver, Mr Lawrence that been our acoompany for the whole trip. Lawrence is very professional, he explain the details of animal that we met along the journey. Not to forget, he put all his best effort to park the car at the best location /angle to let us see / capture photos of the animal we met.

In conclude, marurumi safaris really professional and i definitely recommend other to engage them. Try to get Mr Lawrence as he is really the best i could ask for. Thanks for making my honeymoon such a pleasant experience. 😁

Laila & Espen Håkonsen, Norway   –  
Norway NO
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Apr 7, 2025

Email Laila & Espen Håkonsen, Norway  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Reliable, friendly, and professional
5/5

Marurumi Safaris - is a company in Kenya that provided us with unique experiences with its deep knowledge and love for landscapes and wildlife.
We traveled many miles in a sturdy Land Cruiser with comfortable seats and great visibility through a large sunroof.

We visited four different national parks (Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli (with a view of Kilimanjaro), and each park had its unique features with different landscapes and wildlife. Our driver took us around safely and was always punctual at the agreed times.
Very pleasant and skilled guide.
We were accommodated in different lodges with high standards for rooms, service, and dining.
Marurumi Safaris worked with us to tailor the trip. Very professional planning.
Safe pick-up/drop-off at the Nairobi airport, transport to all excursions (including a balloon safari), train tickets to Mombasa/Nairobi. Everything worked perfectly.
This became a lifelong memory and a great experience for us.
Many thanks to Marurumi Safaris. We highly recommend you.

Laila & Espen Håkonsen, Norway

Oscar   –  
Netherlands NL
Visited: July 2025 Reviewed: Jul 13, 2025

Email Oscar

Great, knoewledge drivers who gave us a perfect safari!
5/5

We had a great time with Shem and Laurens. Great drivers who knew a lot and provided us with excellent service. We recommend Marurumi to all our friends and family. They will do everything to give you the best experience, many thanks for everything and to make our honeymoon special.

Seth   –  
United States US
Visited: June 2025 Reviewed: Jul 13, 2025

Email Seth  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

It was awesome
5/5

I went with my parents, siblings, niece and nephew. The tour was even better than we expected. We saw four of the big five — just missed leopards. All the hotels were great. Our guide, Lawrence, was extremely knowledgeable and taught us a lot. Highest recommendation!

Ben   –  
Australia AU
Visited: July 2025 Reviewed: Jul 16, 2025

Email Ben  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Friendly and dependable, giving us a great safari experience
5/5

We enjoyed an amazing four-day Kenyan safari with James from Marurumi, visiting Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and the Masai Mara, seeing a lot of lions, rhino, elephant, giraffe and more. The accommodation was good in both locations - we particularly liked the lodge associated with a nearby orphanage in Nakuru. James was really knowledgeable and took great care of us - our two children (14 and 11) enjoyed our time with him. Communication before the trip was always prompt, with all of our questions being answered. Overall, we’d thoroughly recommend Marurumi.

James & liz   –  
China CN
Visited: July 2025 Reviewed: Jul 22, 2025

Email James & liz  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Excellent
5/5

A heartfelt thank you to Marurumi Travel for the unforgettable safari experience James and I shared. The five-day itinerary was thoughtfully organized—warm, detailed, and full of delightful surprises.

At the start of our journey, we were warmly welcomed by the company owner and our driver Tony, who thoughtfully provided us with reusable water bottles, drinking water, and even sun hats. These small touches proved incredibly useful throughout the trip.

What truly stood out was the companionship of Tony, who accompanied us from Amboseli to Masai Mara like a kind and caring family member. Tony, who is around the same age as my father, shared his deep knowledge of the wildlife on the savannah with humor and passion. He never tired of tracking animals with us and turning every moment into a learning adventure. We felt especially lucky to have spotted all of the Big Five on our very first trip to Kenya!

Despite the long hours on the road each day, Tony remained upbeat and focused, always giving us his best. There were moments when James and I would doze off in the car, completely worn out, but each time we looked up, Tony was still driving with steady concentration—it gave us great peace of mind.

The accommodation exceeded our expectations. Every hotel we stayed at was clean, and some were even surprisingly luxurious. The food was another highlight—although buffet-style, each hotel served delicious and thoughtfully prepared meals. My favorite place was the tented camp in Masai Mara, where we could sit and gaze out at the plains and the evening skies.

All in all, we feel incredibly fortunate to have met Tony. He made our safari journey feel joyful, safe, and deeply memorable.

Liz & James

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