Classic Explorers team
Classic Explorers
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2018)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $250 to $700 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Salim M. | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Thank you for the incredible memories
Agnes and Benson were excellent at responding to all our queries from initial contact, exploring safari options through to the final reservations. They communicated expectations clearly and exceeded if not met them. Accommodations, transfers between destinations and of course - the raison d’etre of the journey - game viewing and guiding were excellent. From Day 1 in a well-equipped vehicle, including refrigerated drinks and WiFi (so much for our deliberate effort to disconnect…LOL).
James M. our superhuman, eagle-eye ambassador-guide exceeded all worldly expectations, navigating Kenyan traffic conditions, punctual, and ever-cheerful. James is proud to be Kenyan, sharing his knowledge about its regions and cultures. He is a model leader for all guides bringing us as close as reasonably possible to rhinos, elephants, buffaloes, lions, cheetahs and a leopard with a mind to preservation for future generations of both game and tourists. He worked hard to seek the best possible game-viewing and photograph opportunities possible. His philosophy of “Take nothing and leave only your footsteps” remains true for all natural wonders on this planet. Where the ground turned soft, James displayed awesome judgement and mad technical 4WD skills keeping us safe. Where road conditions proved challenging James worked with other guides and us to ensure safety for all. The sundowners under a Balanite tree in the Mara was a spirit-lifting experience and the views of animals, Uhuru and Mawenzi from Noomotio were breathtaking.
Overall we are glad for opting for road travel between destinations as it offered an opportunity to experience the country and people, granted in a very filtered fashion – but certainly better than air travel. We could not have hoped for a better Safari Company and guide than Classic Explorers and James, respectively.
Email Gladys pratah | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Magnificent
Just perfect…we were well taken care of as we joined safari tours with my friends.From airport pickup to the hotel to the tour around the country.I recommend one gentleman by the name Benson Githinji.The best best you can organise to set you up for safari tour.
Looking forward to visiting again
CN
Email He | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Safari Trip of a Lifetime
This incredible journey was made possible by Agnes's meticulous planning. She was incredibly thorough and patiently answered every single one of my questions. When I was unsure about hotels, she listed the features of each one for me. The itinerary she designed was perfectly logical, and she promptly resolved any minor issues that arose during the trip. A wonderful surprise was that she communicated via WeChat, which is immensely convenient for Chinese tourists.
Before the tour began, Benson provided us with a detailed briefing. After the trip concluded, he met with us and carefully listened to our feedback.
I must give a special mention to our driver-guide, James. He was absolutely fantastic! Thanks to him, on our very first African safari, we managed to spot the Big Five! James demonstrated a great sense of pacing throughout the journey, allowing us to efficiently view all the wildlife. I told James I wanted to see a cheetah and some "action". With his eagle eyes, he immediately located a cheetah, and we witnessed the incredible sight of it hunting – it was truly amazing! We also saw not one, but two leopards, as well as a black rhinoceros, which is no easy feat! James is a superb driver, a top-tier tracker, always punctual, and consistently kept the vehicle in perfect condition.
Overall, this was a truly unforgettable journey. I will forever cherish the memories of the elephant herds against the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, the breathtaking sight of flamingos in flight, the rare black rhino at Lake Nakuru, and the magnificent lions, cheetahs, and the two leopards we were so lucky to see in the Masai Mara!
I highly recommend Classic Explorers! I can't wait to go on another safari adventure!
Email Stephanie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable First Safari Experience with Classic Explorers!
My experience with Classic Explorers was exceptional. I joined a 3-day shared safari (with seven other travelers) and couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to the Maasai Mara. From the very first WhatsApp exchange, the team was incredibly accommodating—working within my budget and finding affordable options that still felt premium.
Communication was seamless throughout. They arranged my hotel pickup and handled every detail, leaving me free to simply enjoy the adventure. The camp was beautiful—spotlessly clean, with warm service and every amenity I could need. I especially appreciated the thoughtful touches, like the full water jug in my room, which you don’t often see at every lodge.
Our driver truly made the experience a 10/10. He ensured we were always comfortable, kept us well-supplied with water, coordinated our lunches and park entry, and went the extra mile to help us spot as many animals as possible. We saw everything imaginable—even the season’s first zebra crossing the Mara River back to the Serengeti, a once-in-a-lifetime sight.
I wholeheartedly recommend Classic Explorers for anyone seeking a reliable, safe, and truly unforgettable safari experience.
RO
Email Elena | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best travel experiences we could have hoped for with Classic Explorers
Our two-week trip took us through Kenya and Tanzania. We started in Nairobi, then a visit to Amboseli National Park, where we were lucky to catch a clear view of Mount Kilimanjaro. From there we continued into Tanzania, exploring Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti, before returning to Kenya to spend the last days in the Maasai Mara.
Each park had its own character and highlights. Every game drive brought something new — from giraffes, elephants, and hippos to lions, leopards, hyenas, and buffalos. We were able to see everything we had wished for.
The lodges recommended were all very good and added to the overall experience.
But what truly makes a once-in-a-lifetime trip like this unforgettable are the people — the guides you spend so much time with. Nixon, Moses, and Samuel were all fantastic: attentive, patient, and extremely knowledgeable. A very special thank you to Nixon — we spent almost half the trip with him, and he is truly one of a kind, a man with a kind heart.
Finally, thank you, Anges and Benson, for being so attentive to every detail and for putting so much care into creating an experience we will never forget.
Professional, Honest, knowledgeable and competitive pricing
Thanks so much to Classic Explorers for arranging a perfect safari vacation for my family. From start to finish they were extremely professional, responsive, knowledgeable, and accommodating. The pricing was very competitive (we checked around). I would highly recommend their services. Thanks to Munib, Benson, Agnes, and our awesome guides James and Dixon.
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Email Maja | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great lifetime memories thanks to Classic Explorers team!
Last two weeks of August me and my 14-yr old nephew spent a safari trip in Kenya, organized by this great agency. It was a tailor-made tour. This wasn't my first vacation in Africa, but the warm hospitality of the Kenyan people that I met during this trip and high level of Classic Explorers team professionalism delighted me! My friend and colleague who was on a similar vacation with his family last summer recommended this agency and I am also very grateful to him for that. I arranged the itinerary with Agnes by great communication; four national parks and reserve (Samburu, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli) were expertly scheduled in the frame of 11 days. After the arrival we were greeted by our host Benson, and that first day we spent exploring Nairobi - Giraffe Center, David Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage, for me very impressive Karen Blixen Museum, and city-sightseeing by car at the end of the day for this first transitional period from our summer on Adriatic coast (Croatia) to safari. The second day we were met with our safari guide Moses and up to the end of the tour that was a really nice companionship. We saw so many different animals, of course Big Five - I was so happy to see pretty nice and strong leopardess with two cubs (missing from the Big Five of my previous safari trips), Samburu Special Five, colorful birds, attractive big cats in special occasions (hunting and learning cubs how to hunt - wow!)! All of that because of Moses' excellent organizational and driving skills, his knowledge of animal behavior, and nature in its essence. The lodges suggested by Classic (Sopa, Serena) were excellent as well as Sarova Panafric Hotel in Nairobi and two weeks of our vacation flew by quickly! So, everything was perfect - in big stuff as well as in details and I am very grateful to the whole Classic Explorers team for wonderful safari vacation and lifetime memories!
Email Sharon M | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Classic Explorers understands the Kenya market and all its available options!
The drivers were on time and the safari car was in excellent condition. I was specifically surprised and excited when we received branded swag packs... safari hats, bags and make up bags. The journey was excellent and all bookings were exactly what we expected and more. Agnes in particular is very kind, attentive and knowledgeable. I'll engage them for all my future trips.
Email CB | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Exceptional attention to detail
- Great service
-Thoughtful and tailored to what I needed for the family
-Fantastic choice of hotels both safari & Mombasa
- Great communication providing updates continuously
-the team are very personable
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Email Josko Markic | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari experience thanks to great Tour operator!
I recently spent 9 great days in Kenya with my wife and 2 children. Our trip was tailor-made. We suggested what we would like to see and what kind of vacation we wish, and Classic Explorers (run by Benson and Agnes) made our wishes come true. Since our arrival to Nairobi airport, everything went well, and we experienced Kenyan hospitality and friendliness throughout the whole trip. We visited Elephant and Giraffe Center in Nairobi, had a great dinner in the city, an unforgettable safari in Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru, and than 3 relaxing days in Diani Beach. During the Safari days we had excellent friendly drivers, full of knowledge and eager to show everything there is to see in the Parks. We managed to see the Great Five thanks to them! The hotels (Sofa Lodges) suggested by Classic were within our moderate budget but the service provided was everything but moderate (spacious rooms, friendly staff, delicious European-style food loved by my children etc.). Summa summarum, if you want a great vacation, go with Classic Explorers!