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Splendid Vacations
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2023)
- Member Of:
- AMREF & TOSK
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $120 to $900 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Olivia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible
We had a wonderful time on Safari! Our driver Alex was amazing and thanks to him we saw & photographed so many different mammal species, including all of the big 5, incredibly close. All the national parks were beautiful and it was wonderful to see the range of landscapes and vegetation across the country. Of the lodges, Salt Lick was a definite highlight, including seeing lions from our window at night. Additionally, Rachael was incredibly helpful with planning the itinerary and making adjustments to suit our needs.
Email Chloë | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Brilliant 8 day unique safari across Kenya
This tour was booked by my sister who did a lot of research and we have found it to be absolutely incredible. Rachel was informative, prompt and arranged everything with ease and professionalism, creating an unforgettable and magical tour. I think there has been good value for money and great to use a local company based in Narobi with expert knowledge.
This 8 day bespoke tour has been brilliant from the offset. Our truck is top notch, with charging points, an amazing fridge and our driver was even better! Alex was knowledgeable, funny, helpful and was always able to answer our questions in great detail. He completely looked after us during the entirety of our trip, at every stop over, shop, safari park and lodge. He paid attention to our needs, was able to offer advice and always found the best photo opportunities, especially for my sister with her camera. He planned ahead, was able to get us to the most incredible animals faster than any other guides ensuring we had the best view of all the animals. We saw not only the Big 5 but so many other incredible creatures from birds to hyenas, including 3 leopards and a cheetah. I have seen more animals than I could ever have expected and not only that, but I have been so impressed by the beauty of Kenya, from its picturesque landscapes to the warm and welcoming Kenyan people I have met along the way.
Many of the lodges have been very beautiful, with excellent service and food. Mara Enkaji in the Masai Mara was a particular highlight for its customer service, attention to detail, delicious food and immaculate rooms. Salt Lick Lodge also had the most spectacular views of elephants and other animals feeding from the water holes and from the circular rooms on stilts.
On our journey across Kenya we have travelled an incredible number of miles, seeing landscapes from the grasslands of the Masai Mara to the jungles of Lake Nukuru to the red sands of Tsavo East, with our expert guide Alex this has flown by. His driving has never ceased to impress me and I have taken photos so beautiful that my friends have compared them to AI as they can’t believe how close I am to lions, giraffes, elephants and more!
I will be avidly recommending Splendid Vacations to all of my friends and family. This has been a trip of a lifetime and I can only hope to return one day with Splendid.
ES
Email Raul | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trustable
Good value for the price offered. The driver-guide was very pleasant and made the long hours in the car bearable during the transfers, with very good knowledge of the parks.
Email Jude | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely Splendid! Unforgettable Experience – Exceptional Service from Start to Finish!
It has always been my father’s dream to go on an African safari, and Splendid Vacations helped us turn that dream into an unforgettable reality with a 5 days/ 4night trip in the Masai Mara.
Rachael M. was an absolute pleasure to work with from day one. She was incredibly responsive, patient through multiple itinerary revisions and quotes, and ensured we found the perfect fit for our trip. Her last-minute upgrade to Little Zebra River West made our father-son trip truly special.
On the ground, our guide Gabriel was extraordinary. His deep knowledge of the parks is second to none it felt like navigating his own backyard! He consistently went above and beyond to secure the best vantage points for us, leading to breathtaking wildlife encounters that left my father beaming every single day. On Day 3 in the Masai Mara, just when we thought that we had seen it all, Gabriel positioned us front-row to two lionesses, feasting on a wildebeest and topped it, by a rare leopard sighting!
Gabriel is a true asset to Splendid Vacations. If you are planning a trip of a lifetime, I cannot recommend this company, Rachael, and Gabriel highly enough.
ES
Email Hugo J. Amela López | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He was really friendly, considerate and well informed, aswell as a fantastic driver
Very complete vacation, with enough time to rest, but full of amazing experiences.
We stayed in top notch hotels and were helped with every little problem we faced, totally recommendable!!
ES
Email Néstor | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He was really nice, drove safely and quickly and answered every question we asked
It was all perfect the driver drove safely and we found a lot of animals in the sabanah
PE
Email Gustavo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience, highly recommended!
We used Splendid Vacations for our safari trip during our honeymoon and we couldn’t be happier. The staff helped us picking our hotels and each one of them was perfect. During the safari itself the service was amazing, our driver and tour guide August was very nice and made our experience truly amazing. It was clear that the overall experience was very well crafted and all for a very fair price. Highly recommended!!
HK
Email Rita Cheung | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Splendid Vacations – A Truly Memorable Safari
We chose Splendid Vacations for our 8-day journey to Kenya and Tanzania, and it turned out to be a perfect choice. Before departure, Maryann was always patient and responsive, answering our many questions and adjusting the itinerary through email. Even after arrival, whenever issues arose, she was quick and willing to help, which gave us great peace of mind.
During the trip, we had three guides, each leaving a wonderful impression. Alex worked tirelessly to find the best angles for photography, often anticipating where animals would approach so we could enjoy close encounters with breathtaking scenes. We indeed captured many good pictures and videos during the trip！He also brought us much joy throughout the journey.
Samwel impressed us with his daily effort to keep the safari vehicle clean and comfortable after each game drive. His driving was steady, and he supported us with practical needs such as buying SIM cards, exchanging currency, and visiting shops. During our dinner with Samwel, we also learned quite a bit of the local language and listened to him share about his own life, which allowed us to understand more about the local culture. It was a fun and meaningful exchange.His humor and patience made the experience even more enjoyable, and we were lucky to witness both the Big Five and the Great Migration with him.
The third guide we met was Julius, with whom we spent a shorter amount of time.He shared with us a wealth of knowledge about elephants, and through our conversations we could feel that he is truly a nature lover, bringing us many detailed observations and experiences. He is also a humorous and cheerful “big guy” . Most importantly, from him we genuinely experienced the spirit of Hakuna Matata. On our last evening, while having dinner, we suddenly received the news that our flight had been cancelled, which made us immediately worried. After meeting him and explaining the situation, possibly needing him to extend his time to take us to the airport, he kept reassuring us with the phrase “Hakuna Matata,” which gave us peace of mind. We are grateful to him for finally escorting us safely to the airport, ensuring our luggage was handled securely, and bringing our journey to a perfect close.
Thanks to Splendid Vacations, our very first safari was complete and fulfilling. Every moment in Africa felt precious and full of happiness. We are deeply grateful for the team’s professionalism, care, and dedication, and we highly recommend them to anyone planning a safari.
Excellent and safe service for first time safari
Julius was my guide for a four day portion of a larger Kenya & Tanzania Safari tour with Splendid Vacations. Julius was knowledgeable, organised and made me feel at ease, as a female solo traveller. I wished to prioritise seeing rhinos at Lake Nakuru & Julius was able to make this happen! I would be happy to recommend Julius as a safari guide and Rachael as a travel consultant for splendid vacations to other travellers.
Email Katie Brown | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
With 20+ years experience, our guide, Timothy Kyalo, coupled deep expertise with sincere kindness.
From responsive, customer focused and thorough planning to warm welcomes and meticulous execution, Brenda and the entire staff at Splendid Vacations took care of it all with expertise and kindness. Every detail was taken care of and communicated such that we could simply focus on enjoying the trip we had always talked about and dreamed of. From start to finish, the experience far exceeded even our highest expectations. From seeing baby rhinos, hippos, elephants, lions, giraffes and so much more, to unexpected upgrades and first class accommodations, the value was exceptional. Sincere thanks to the entire team for making our 25th wedding anniversary unforgettable.