Imara Africa Safaris Team
Imara Africa Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2022)
- Member Of:
- AMREF, KWS & TRA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $3,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Steve | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime trip so good; I have to go back!
The "Lakes & Plains of Kenya Safari" offered by Imara Africa Safaris stands out not only for its breathtaking destinations but also for the high level of service and attention to detail provided by the team. Under the leadership of Lewis, every aspect of the safari is meticulously planned to ensure guests have a seamless and enriching experience.
From the moment you set foot in Nairobi, you are taken care of by a team of professionals. Simon, the driver, plays a pivotal role in this journey. With his deep knowledge of the Kenyan terrain and wildlife habits, Simon ensures that travel between the diverse ecosystems—from the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park to the vibrant landscapes of the Masai Mara—is smooth and enlightening. His ability to spot wildlife and position the safari vehicle for the best views and photography opportunities enhances the overall experience dramatically.
Each day is thoughtfully planned to offer a variety of activities, such... Read more as game drives during the golden hours of sunrise and sunset when wildlife is most active, cultural visits to Maasai villages where you can learn about traditional Maasai life, and optional balloon safaris that provide stunning aerial views of the sprawling savannah below.
The accommodations selected for this safari are nothing short of spectacular. Each lodge and camp provides comfort and luxury in the heart of the wilderness, allowing for moments of relaxation and reflection after exhilarating days spent exploring. From the Amboseli Sopa Lodge with its views of Mt. Kilimanjaro to the Enkorok Mara Camp in the Masai Mara, each stay is tailored to enhance the natural beauty and unique atmosphere of its location.
Lewis and his team's commitment to excellence is evident in every interaction, from the warm welcomes upon arrival at each new destination to the detailed briefings that prepare you for the adventures ahead. Their expertise not only makes guests feel safe but also enriches their understanding of the complex ecosystems and cultural heritage of Kenya.
This safari is more than just a trip; it's a comprehensive immersion into the beauty and diversity of Kenya, crafted by a team who truly cares about delivering an unforgettable experience. Whether you are a first-time visitor to Africa or a seasoned traveler, the "Lakes & Plains of Kenya Safari" promises to be a journey that will captivate your heart and soul.
Email Andrew D | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Imara Africa Safaris – Exceptional from Start to Finish
We booked the Lakes & Plains Safari (with balloon ride!) with Imara Africa Safaris, and what a decision that was. As someone who organises surprises often, this one for my partner's birthday was probably the most ambitious — and most successful.
Imara made it easy. Every lodge, transfer, and activity ran smoothly. The balloon ride over the Mara was surreal. And I’ll never forget the moment we were met with big smiles and surprise gifts on our very first day. Joseph, our guide, was simply brilliant — a walking encyclopaedia of wildlife.
It’s rare to see this level of care and passion in travel companies. I’d recommend Imara to anyone — whether it’s your first safari or your fifth.
GF
Email Mia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing school trip
I organised a school trip with a group of 17 students with Imara Afrika Safaris and it was such a wonderfull week !
Wendy, Lewis and Yan were very welcoming and professional all along the trip, they always made sure that everything was going as we wanted and made changes if we needed to.
We did some camping wich was so fun and also stayed in 2 amazing and comfortable lodges. The food was really nice, we were in an overlander truck that allowed us to always stay together and made the driving enjoyable ! They also organised a day with overlanders in masai Mara so that we have the full safari experience.
When organising this trip I had so many options of safari tour operators and I'm am glad that I chose to go with Wendy and Lewis, I would defenetly recommend Imara Afrika safaris !
Thanks again for this amazing experience !
Mia and the GPN students
Email Samwel Dashen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent
One of the most significant thing was that everything we wanted to see was present, we went to Amboseli National Park with my wife and our friends and we do not regret our visit. This was the best trip I’ve had this year.
LV
Email Aleksandra | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best Safari experiance
This safari was unforgettable experience in our life. We all are so excited about Africa and our trip. Absolutely honestly it is best our trip in life🙏
Africa opened for us from other side and we definitely would like to return here more and more.
Once more, thank you very much for this unfogetebble time in Africa. your team is the best. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🫶🫶🫶 your company is thinking about every detail, our anniversary Surprice was amazing 😻
Special thanks to Patrick, he is great driver and men, all our wishes was always fulfilled. His knowledge deserves special praise 🤩🤩🤩
Thank you very much and wish you company a lot of new travellers🤗🤗🤗
LU
Email Alice | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari Organization - stress free
Great safari tour with professional driver. Everything was organised upfront and the trip was stress free.
The driver knew very well all the parks and how to best spot the wildlife, while providing interesting insights yet respecting the animals.
Definitely recommended!
IT
Email Alessio | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a great experience and our guide Patrick was amazing!
My girlfriend and I went on a 7-day tour in total. We visited Amboseli, Navaisha, Nakuru and Masai Mara parks. Each park gave us unique and exciting experiences, perhaps only Navaisha is avoidable in favor of an extra day in Nakuru or Masai Mara. We were very lucky to see all the animals present in the parks, even the rarest ones like the leopard and the black rhino. But the greatest credit certainly goes to our guide Patrick, who knew how to reach the right places at the right times!
The lodges we stayed in were also nice, the only negative was the Explore Nature Mara lodge. The journey involves many hours in the car with roads in terrible condition (the amazing thing is that the dirt roads in the parks are better than the paved ones outside.). But when you reach the parks you immediately forget the stress.
ES
Email Mandy Harris | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and friendly.
The itinerary is what made us chose this safari as it sounded great. Lots of communication with Lewis in the months prior to our start date.
We visited 4 different reserves which gave us varied experiences and ranges of wildlife.
Lewis and Jessie were superb. Jessie, our driver, navigated the tracks and could spot an animal which once we couldn't even identify with binoculars.
Lewis took loads of fantastic photos and videos which were incredible.
Best experience ever, exceeded my expectations. Definetly recommend it.
BG
Email Irena Ivanova | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professionalist
Thanks to the entire Imara Safari Africa team, we were able to touch the spirit of Kenya, not just to be safari participants, but to experience every moment in the most magnificent way.
We love you Lewis, Patrick, Wendy:)) we miss you so much, but we hope to see you very soon:))
Email Joanna Parkinson | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The most amazing Kenya safari
We arranged our safari with Lewis and Imara Africa via WhatsApp where Lewis sent me lots of links for various places, helped me choose dates, pick up and drop off places etc.
We decided on a pick up from our hotel in Nairobi where all of the staff met us with the private vehicle and our driver James. We drove to Amboseli National Park where we stayed for 1 night at the Elewana Tortilis Camp with food and drink included. The drive into the park itself was amazing and we saw lots of animals. We then had another safari drive later in the afternoon.
The following morning we drove to Tsavo West and Salt Lick Lodge where we were staying for 2 nights and again a game drive on the way in and another one in the afternoon.
On the second day we had a full day game drive in Tsavo East and the following morning James drove us to Mombasa where we were flying to Zanzibar.
James was an amazing driver and we saw all of the big... Read more 5 while we were there. He made sure we had plenty of water in the truck and got us to each place safely. Lewis of course made sure everything was arranged in advance so checking in was smooth and our accommodation was amazing!
I will be planning another safari for the Masai Mara and I have no hesitation in using Imara Africa Safaris.