Mateo Travel and adventure staff in one photo.
Mateo Travel and Adventure
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $120 to $380 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Sergei | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My first time in Kenya and my first safari tour. Incredible!
We arrived in the off-season and expected to see only elephants and birds, but we saw more than we expected!
We met a lot of giraffes, wildebeests, gazelles, monkeys, warthogs, herd of elephants and a wide variety of birds. The trip was unforgettable. Special thanks to Patrick and Livingston the are provided support on all levels.
Highly recommend and will definitely be back in the summer!
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Email Anna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Overall great safari experience in Masai Mara
We had a wonderful safari in Masai Mara with Patrick and Mateo Adventures. The booking process was smooth, and Patrick consistently ensured our comfort and well-being throughout the tour. We had in fact two tour guides and were provided water and snacks during the ride. The journey from Nairobi to Mara was an exceptional experience in itself - passing through smaller towns, we gained a glimpse into Kenyan life outside the capital, adding a cultural dimension to our overall adventure.
A valuable tip for those visiting Masai villages is that you're not obligated to make purchases, and if you choose to do so, bargaining is recommended, as these villages are very touristy. Our stay at the Goshen Mara camp, while low budget, provided an authentic safari experience in the middle of nature and met our needs. We would have wished for the mosquito nets to not have holes, but that's the camp's responsabilty.
Reply from Mateo Travel and Adventure
Posted on Nov 25, 2023The experience was so amazing in your company! All that were perfect to remain and any that needs improvement will be perfect. I'm grateful
Email Samuel H | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing adventure up Mount Kenya
My friend and I had an amazing time spending 4 days hiking up and down to the summit of Mt Kenya.
Patricks’ organisation included a 3 hour transfer from Nairobi through the stunning Kenyan countryside.
Once at Mt Kenya, our guide Charles and his team of porters made every effort to make us comfortable during the hike, carrying all our bags, providing some very tasty meals 3 times a day (which impressive considering they have to carry everything on their backs), sharing their local knowledge about the mountain, and answering all our weird specific questions about plants, birds, rocks, and glaciers!
The first day consisted of the transfer and walking from the hike to Moses cabin (3000m) where we had rented some seriously thick sleeping bags for the night. Along the way you might see Zebra, Baboons, and Waterbuck.
On day 2 you hike 6 hours through some beautiful valleys up to Shipton cabin (4000m) surrounded by amazing landscapes, plants, and wildlife. Once at Shipton it gets quite cold so remember to pack multiple thermals, thick socks and jackets.
On the 3rd day, we woke up at 3am to ascend to the summit (4800m), this was a tough ascent on scree and snow but well worth the feeling of standing in an other worldly environment seeing the sunrise. Charles and the other guides always put our safety first, cutting a path through the frozen snow for us on the way back down. We decided to get some extra sleep outside on a rock surrounded by the mountains and were treated to a picnic breakfast in our sleep bags by the team which was a unique surprise!
The you to walk then back through the valleys to Moses camp in preparation to hiking down to the gate and the transfer back to Nairobi on the 4th day.
Thanks to Patrick, Charles, and the team for organising and taking us on an amazing adventure that we will remember for the rest of our lives!
Reply from Mateo Travel and Adventure
Posted on Nov 25, 2023Sam your company was amazing and taking you through the process was all fun! I'm humbled!
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Email Debajit | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent, cooperative, knowledgable guide for the safaris
I opted for a two day Maasai Mara trip from Nairobi in March 2024. Patrick, the organizer has been most prompt and helpful with his responses in to the initial queries I had. Dennis, the guide and driver for the trip was an excellent companion to the Maasai village and the national reserve, with his thorough knowledge of the wildlife and their spotting in the vast landscape. It is a trip worth your money!
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Email Szymon | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good guide
Whole tour went good, we were picked up from hotel and after the trip they helped us to go to the airport.
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Email Knud Hedensted. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trustworthy
I was on a3 trips tour. 1 the 14 falls was an indescribable experience. My Kenya 4 days tour. Good guide and porter. Beautifull wether. Safari. We found animals og all kinds. Wisit at a massi willage was Well organised. All trip Will i. Revommend. Knud Hedensted. Denmark
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Email Adam Juhasz | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional safari tour
It is really hard to say how we are satisfied with Mateo Travel and Adventure. I hardly explain how we are grateful to Patrick. He organised us everything. They picked up us from the airport and at the end of the 6 days Big 5 safari tour our guide, George dropped off and helped us with the security check-in at the train station (Emali). Patrick organized us the train tickets and the transfer from Mombasa to our next hotel. We just had to get in and get out of the car. Our guide George is the No1. He has 20 years of experience. He knows everything about the National Parks, animals. He was really patient with us because we wanted to take photos about every bush and every animal. So he had to stop every 2 second but he happily did it. The accomodations were also perfect.
So long story for short don't hesitate booking at Mateo. You won't regret it. I guarantee.
PS. We saw much more animals than we would have tought it. We catched the big 5 of course.
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Email Hamza | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good experience overall
The safari tour was a great experience. It was possible to see various species and the guide was looking around for animals. The organisation could be improved more with a detailed description of the tour. Great experience overall.
Reply from Mateo Travel and Adventure
Posted on Mar 3, 2024Thank you Hamza. We have since put in place measures to scrutinize individual itineraries during group joining tour like the one we offered you. Matching of miner details including timings,taste and preference, same area accomodations has improved the small variations that can be experienced during group joining tour.
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Email Tim | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized Mount Kenya tour with a lovely team
We had a great time doing the 4-day hike to Mount Kenya. Patrick helped us with everything beforehand and was always quick at answering! He dropped us off at the Sirimon gate where we met with the guide and the porters. From the beginning, everyone made sure we had everything we needed. They told us about the area, cooked delicious meals for us and gave us advice when necessary! Overall a great trip!
Email Victoria | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A brilliant tour!
I wouldn't hesitate booking with Mateo Travel & Adventure, they're really excellent.
Right from the beginning when we were looking at booking, until the tour itself and post- tour the communication was really fast, helpful and professional. Big shout out to Patrick for making it all so easy.
We did the two day Amboseli tour with our guide Livingstone who drove safely, made sure we saw some amazing animals and was really professional throughout. We just wished we'd booked a longer tour! We'll be back. Thank you!
