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Splendid Vacations
- Office 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)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
Email Bruce Jacobs | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Holiday of a lifetime!!
Firstly, I just wanted to say I was a little worried at first to book my trip with Splendid Vacations directly rather than going through a local travel agent. I needn’t have worried! James Kilorit put together a fantastic trip for my wife and me! I couldn’t believe how well everything went. From the 1st pick up to the last day drop off, James was available to ensure everything went well. His cleverly planned itinerary felt very personal and his recommendations really made the trip special. Then we met James Muema, who was our guide for the safari element of our trip. We couldn’t have met a nicer person. He made sure we got to see all of the Big Five, as well as the Ugly Five. His knowledge was amazing and he always took time to make sure we knew the names of all the birds and animals we came across. He was a great laugh and we really felt our enjoyment came first. He was really like a family member or close friend and we still keep in touch with him. The last few days in Diani Beach were a welcome rest after a busy, exciting safari. I would definitely recommend Splendid Vacations for anyone looking to book a safari and just wanted to say a big thank you to James Kilorit and James Muema for making our time in Kenya truly memorable. We will be in touch to organise another trip into Tanzania in the very near future.
HK
Email Ceci | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience
From the very beginning, Sammy replied to my emails really quickly. It didn’t matter if it was a weekday or weekend, or even with the time difference. He always got back to me in a couple of hours. If it wasn’t for him, I honestly don’t think I would have had the motivation to make this trip happen.
When he picked us up at the airport, we immediately felt how genuine and caring he was. Throughout the trip, he regularly checked in on us to make sure everything was going well.
Our guide, Gabriel, was amazing. He was incredibly experienced and always quick to head to wildlife sightings as soon as he heard them over the radio. He also made sure we got the best spots for photos. What impressed us most was that he could drive and spot animals at the same time. He often found animals long before we even noticed them ourselves.
I’m so glad I chose Splendid Vacations. They made our Kenya safari an unforgettable experience, and I’ll definitely book with them again if I ever come back to Kenya. Highly recommend!
An Amazing 5-Day Safari with our Guide, James
We had an unforgettable 5-day safari with Splendid Vacations, and we would especially like to thank our guide, James. He was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly passionate about wildlife. Throughout the trip, he always did his best to help us spot animals and patiently explained their behaviors and the ecosystem, making every game drive both exciting and educational.
James carefully planned each day’s route to maximize our wildlife viewing opportunities, and thanks to his experience, we enjoyed a rich and fulfilling safari experience with many unforgettable sightings. He was also friendly, punctual, and always made sure we were comfortable and safe.
Kenya travel with James is a excellent experience
James is a very experienced guide.
He is familiar with animals live patterns and willing to share knowledge with us.
And he also has a good luck, we saw all target animals in 3 days. Which is very important to Safari experience.
If you safari with James, then you are lucky.
Humorous and hard-working, good at safari.
The travel agent is good, plan lots of interesting activities.
TW
Email Yetta | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It’s too crazy and tooo wonderful.
Thanks our tour guide James give us a great travel experience.
Email James | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unbelievable!
We are two days in to our week long Safari with Splendid Vacations. It has been nothing short of incredible!
Alex, our guide, has been very knowledgeable and has managed to show us some of the most amazing wildlife around the Masai Mara.
Email Ashleigh | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing honeymoon
Where do I even begin?
The planning and organising process was easy and smooth. Maryanne answered all my questions (and I had many) and was able to tailor our experience to suit our needs, changing accomodation, cutting days ect.
Each accommodation we stayed in was wonderful. All the staff super attentive and respectful, the food phenomenal and the rooms were comfortable and luxurious. We have to give a special mention to Entim in Mara Masai, we were blown away!
Our drivers were outstanding.
John was quick and made sure that we got to see all the action! He communicated with us well and the other drivers on the drives to get the best spots.
Jackson always had a smile in his face. He was kind and patient (especially when was necessary for the migration crossing). We really appreciated his commitment and positive attitude.
Ronald was flexible and informative. He gave us so much information about different types of species of animals and stopped every time there was a new type that he knew we hadn’t seen. He was also flexible with our safari times.
Overall, a honeymoon we will remember for our lifetime!
CN
Email Gary | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful and unforgettable
Our safari trip to Kenya and Tanzania was truly an unforgettable experience.
Throughout the journey, we saw an incredible variety of wildlife, including hippos, large herds of elephants, lions, leopards, hyenas, and many other animals that we had previously only seen in documentaries. Being able to observe them up close in their natural habitat was absolutely amazing. Every day brought something new and exciting, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations.
The local tour operator also provided excellent service. Everything was well organized, including the airport pick-up and drop-off, which made the whole journey smooth, comfortable, and stress-free.
A special thank you to Rachael, our main point of contact. She was always warm, responsive, and proactive, and helped us resolve every issue we encountered throughout the trip. Her support and attention to detail made us feel reassured and well taken care of from beginning to end.
We would also like to thank our guides, Willian, Michale, and Martin. They were all kind, patient, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. They shared fascinating information about the animals, the local environment, and African culture. Their experience and sharp observation skills helped us spot so many animals, and they always made sure we had the best possible viewing positions and enough time to enjoy the moment and take photos.
Beyond their professional knowledge, they also brought so much positive energy and emotional support to the trip. They were friendly, humorous, and attentive, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the journey.
Overall, this safari was an amazing and memorable experience. The wildlife, landscapes, organization, and service were all fantastic. We would highly recommend this safari to anyone planning to visit Kenya and Tanzania.
CH
Email Jane | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Splendid safari: trip of a lifetime
The trip was perfectly planned from beginning to end. The communication with Alice was efficient and she was always able to accommodate our requests. We were lucky enough to have the wonderfully wise Mwololo as our tour guide. He taught us so much over the nine days and was always ready to accommodate felxibilities in the schedule. We would like to have him next time!
