Leopard Orchid Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
HK
Email Desmond | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Wonderful and Memorable Safari Experience
Leopard Orchid Safaris responded to our initial safari inquiries and assisted with the reservation process, supplying information and options throughout. It answered all our questions promptly and suggested valuable ideas to us as well. The communication was excellent.
11-Day Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha, Amboseli Safari. Victor welcomed us at the airport and introduced Sami, our safari guide, to us for the following 11 days of adventure. Sami is a friendly and knowledgeable guide. He speaks softly and makes sure we have a pleasant experience. In the safari, he can always get us to the right spots at the right time without hindering other safari vehicles. Just into the second day of our tour, thanks to Sami's expertise, we spotted a leopard in Samburu NR. We rounded up the Big Five in only three days. Overall, we saw a total of 83 distinct kinds of animals, birds, and reptiles, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, rhinos, buffalos, elephants, giraffes, antelopes etc. Every time we have a question on the animal, Sami would patiently tell us the name of the animal, their behavior, and how to tell whether it is a male or female as well as other related information. That's how we got all 83 by their names.
Besides his exceptional knowledge of the safari, he also showed that he has a big heart to lend a helping hand for others. In Maasai Mara, we saw two incidents of safari vehicles stuck on the side of the road. Sami asked us if it is OK with us that he help with the stuck vehicles. He quickly towed the vehicles free. We were extremely impressed with him.
Sami is also very flexible with the schedule. Depending on the condition of the day and our wishes, he would try to accommodate the best for us. There were incidents where we were a bit behind our schedule, mainly because we spent too much time shopping for souvenirs, Sami would patiently wait for us and let us finish and we continued to our next destination. He also went as far as throwing a surprise birthday celebration for my wife with the staff at Naivasha Kongoni Lodge. We were totally surprised and felt so happy for what he did. We really appreciate it. It was truly a memorable birthday for my wife and a memorable trip for both of us.
Thank you, Sami and Leopard Orchid Safaris. We will be back to see you again. Maasai Mara never disappoints.
MY
Email AMY | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
From Wildlife Wonders to Birthday Cheers – Our Magical Journey with Leopard Orchid Safaris
We are a group of 20 from Malaysia, and after comparing several safari operators, we chose Leopard Orchid Safaris.
Like many others, we were initially concerned about safety in Kenya, but we’re happy to share that it’s safe and absolutely worth visiting!
We went on an 11-day safari, and while the experience was truly incredible, we personally felt that it was a bit too long—a slightly shorter trip might have been ideal. Still, every day was filled with fun, excitement, and unforgettable moments.
A big thank you to our wonderful driver and guides: Paul, Lawrence, and Patrick. During our game drives, they would often hint that “something special” was coming, which kept us excited and curious. Whether it was a rare animal sighting or a surprise moment in the wild, these experiences added a sense of magic and joy to our journey—and created a special bond between the drivers and all of us.
One particularly touching moment was when they surprised one of our group members with a birthday celebration. At Masai Mara Sopa Lodge, they arranged a special birthday cake and a traditional Maasai dance—a beautiful gesture that created unforgettable memories for her and for all of us.
We also truly appreciated the warm hospitality from James and Sally, who personally welcomed us on the first day and came to meet us again on the last day. Their thoughtfulness and care made us feel valued from start to finish.
MY
Email PKL | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly driving guides, ensure our safety, good accommodation, worry free 11 days Kenya Bush Safari
We are from Malaysia.
Even before we started our journey, we feel apprehensive. We need to be vaccinated with yellow fever vaccines (health safety in Kenya?) and just a few days before our departure, we read the news about escalating Kenyan unrest in early July 2025. We were worried.
We listened to Sally's advice from Leopard Orchid Safaris. We came. Representatives received us at the airport. They ensured our safety. Bring us to local money changer to change our currency into Kenyan Shillings, act as our bodyguards. Imagine checking into hotels with secured fencing, xrayed your luggages before entering into the lobby and bomb sweeping our vehicles. We had good sleep throughout our stays.
As the days goes by, we felt safe and our friendly driving guides especially Paul gave us advises and ensured we had a good time. We got to see that we came here to see in front of our eyes. We saw the big five, the ugly five and other animals too.
We had a great time.
HK
Email Lucia QIAN | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The trip is way beyond expectation! It is well organized and we felt very much taken care of.
The trip is way beyond expectation! It is well organized and we felt very much taken care of. Our tour guide Fred is both accountable and considerate with long years of experience with Safari. All the hotels on the trip were well selected. View is excellent all seven days.
MY
Email Joey | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommended !
I felt so comfortable throughout the whole trip. Right after we landed, Mike, Elijah, and Sally from the travel agency warmly greeted each of us, which made us feel really welcomed. During the Nairobi city tour, Elijah patiently told us all about the city and was super friendly.
Our safari guide, Paul, was amazing. He’s the kind of guide who answers all your questions but never talks too much. Even with those long drives every day, I felt totally at ease. Whenever we spotted animals, he always tried to get us the best view and shared lots of interesting facts about them. He never rushed us or seemed impatient—he just waited while we enjoyed the moment and took as many photos as we wanted.
One thing that really touched me happened in the Maasai Mara. A driver ahead of us got stuck in the mud with passengers, and while other safari cars just drove past, Paul asked if we were okay with stopping. Then he got out to help, even though he ended up getting himself all muddy. He didn’t complain at all—he’s genuinely such a kind person. And when we shared some snacks with him, he enjoyed them so happily that it made us smile too.
I’d definitely recommend Paul and this team to anyone planning a trip to Kenya!
MY
Email Rusman Abu Samah | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommended Kenya Safari Tour Operator .
There are four of us from Malaysia. We were very satisfied with such superb service provided by Leopard Orchid Safaris.
8 days safari tour is such a memorable experience for all of us. From the beginning of day 1, everything were went smoothly. We depart from our hotel in Nairobi to Amboseli. In the evening we have shot safari trip in Amboseli where we saw wild animals.
We covered Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru and of course Maasai Mara Safari park. The driver cum our guide, Mr Joshua was vere pleasant, expert, professional and very attentive driver.
He bring us to most of the animals where we have seen superfast sprint cheetah chasing wildebeest for its lunch! Such a memorable experience!!!
Apart from that, we have seen group of lions having their own lunch eating zebra and wildebeest as well in different two occasions!
Wow it was really wonderful and such a very professional service. Our problem with regards to lack of hot water shower in our toilet at Maasai Mara Sentrim camp was smoothly resolved by helping both the Safari operator as well as Sentrim Maasai Mara lodge.
The accommodation and foods throughout our stays in the whole trip are meeting our expectations and to the some extent exceeded our expectations!
I thus would STRONGLY RECOMMEND LEOPARD ORCHID SAFARIS as the best safari tour operator.
Email Lara | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A truly unforgettable 6-day safari
From the start, Elijah was incredibly helpful and responsive. He took great care to tailor the trip to our needs, from working within our budget to accommodating lodge changes. His clear communication and flexibility made the whole planning process feel easy and reassuring.
But it was our guide Alex who truly made the trip extraordinary. From day one, he welcomed us with warmth and enthusiasm. Over the course of six days, he became so much more than a guide; he was a teacher, storyteller, and wonderful travel companion. He shared not only his deep knowledge of wildlife but also gave us insight into Kenyan culture, its people, and even taught (read, tried to teach) us a few words of Swahili.
He went above and beyond to make sure we got the most out of every day adjusting the itinerary as we went to suit our pace, interests, and energy. His kindness, curiosity, and good humour made every moment feel meaningful. He brought so much heart to the experience, and we learned more than we ever expected. We feel incredibly lucky to have shared this journey with someone so passionate and generous.
Asante sana, Alex — you’re a kind soul and an amazing guide. We won’t forget you.
BE
Email Natacha | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Alex, the best guide/driver and a wonderful experience
We had the most incredible experience with Leopard Orchid Safaris, and our driver and guide, Alex, truly made it unforgettable. From the very beginning, Alex was warm, attentive, funny and deeply knowledgeable. Over the course of six days, he taught us so much — not only about the wildlife, but also about Kenyan culture, history, and everyday life. He opened our eyes in ways we didn’t expect, and always went above and beyond to make sure we got the most out of every game drive, getting us as close as possible to the animals while keeping everyone safe and respectful of nature.
We have never encountered such kindness in our lives — Alex is truly a beautiful soul. His generosity, humility, and genuine care left a lasting impact on us. The goodbye was very emotional because we shared such a meaningful journey. We know we will never forget it — this will undoubtedly remain one of the most beautiful moments of our lives. We will always be grateful for everything he did.
The lodges selected by Leopard Orchid Safaris were also perfectly chosen — comfortable, welcoming, and well-located.
We recommend Leopard Orchid Safaris 100%, and Alex 200%. If you’re lucky enough to have him as your guide, you’re in for something truly special.
Email Lucy | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Better than we could have ever imagined!
We originally booked and communicated with Elijah through email as opposed to booking through an agency, which felt a bit daunting. However, Elijah was friendly and efficient, helped us with any questions we had and created the perfect package for us that fit our situation and budget.
After landing in Nairobi, we were greeted at the gate by Elijah, who was again very friendly and made us feel at ease. He explained to us what to expect on the trip and introduced us to Patrick, our guide for the week.
From the very beginning, Patrick was always friendly, answered every question we had and was receptive to what we wanted from our trip. He worked tirelessly to ensure that our trip ran seamlessly and made it an incredible experience for us. He communicated efficiently any minor changes (small things like changing days for activities etc) and still made sure everything ran smoothly. Even doing things like checking us in to our accomodation and making bookings for us, which made our trip so stress-free! As it was my first safari, I was nervous at the beginning, but Patrick immediately made us feel safe and at ease throughout the whole experience, making it easily one of the best experiences of my life! When he found out we were on our honeymoon, he truly went above and beyond to make our entire experience unforgettable. 😊 The whole safari was incredible, Patrick knew where to look for each animal and his excitement was infectious when we found them! I'd say we were lucky to see such incredible animals/encounters on our safari but I believe it's entirely down to Patrick knowing his stuff and being an excellent guide. The long car rides between camps were also made much more enjoyable with chatting and getting to know Patrick too!
We would wholeheartedly recommend anyone and everyone to book with Leopard Orchid Safaris (particularly with Patrick!). I can't imagine a better experience! Thank you Patrick and Leopard Orchid Safaris 😊
CN
Email chen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This Kenya trip creating memories to last a lifetime.
This 13-day Kenya trip was unforgettable: tracking the Special Five in Samburu, seeing rare caracals, elephant families playing in water, black rhinos and hyenas competing for lion prey in Sweetwater, waterbirds and lions mating at Lake Nakuru, the Big Five in Maasai Mara with impressive leopards and majestic lions, cheetahs and herbivores, hiking near animals at Lake Naivasha, flamingos and elephants in Amboseli. We saw almost all animals, thanks to Leopard Travel's careful arrangements and Mr. Lawrence's professional guiding. Grateful and will visit Kenya again.
