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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)
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Reviews
Tim made every safari unforgettable—expert, safe, personable, and exceptional.
Our safari through Kenya was absolutely incredible, and a huge part of that was because of our guide, Timothy. From the moment he picked us up until the end of our adventure, he was professional, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in making sure we had the best experience possible.
Timothy has an amazing ability to spot wildlife that we never would have seen on our own, and thanks to his skill and dedication, we were fortunate enough to see the Big Five and so much more. Beyond his expertise, he took the time to teach us about the animals, the ecosystems, local culture, and life in Kenya, making every day both exciting and educational.
What truly set Timothy apart was his kindness and personality. He quickly felt less like a guide and more like a friend sharing his country with us. He was always attentive to our comfort and safety, adjusted plans when needed, answered our endless questions with a smile, and made every moment enjoyable.
We have traveled to many places around the world, and Timothy ranks among the very best guides we have ever had. If you are fortunate enough to have him as your guide, you are in excellent hands. He helped create memories that will last a lifetime, and we cannot thank him enough.
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Email Inna | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Service and an Incredible Guide
We really appreciate James' help in planning our 10-day trip through the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo East, and Taita Hills, as well as his professionalism throughout the entire booking process.
We can honestly say that everything went perfectly, and we couldn't be happier with the experience.
The vehicle, accommodation, food, itinerary, and timing were all excellent. Every part of the trip was well organized and exceeded our expectations.
Thanks to our guide, Rono, we were lucky enough to see many rare animals. He was always patient and gave us plenty of time to enjoy each sighting without ever making us feel rushed. His knowledge, experience, and passion made the safari even more special.
In fact, thanks to him, we started planning our next trip before this one had even ended!
We highly recommend James and Rono to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari experience.
Email Fabio | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized with a great human touch
The destinations and accommodations were great (including the food), the itinerary was well thought out. Our guide Timothy took good care of us, always attentive to our needs and preferences; he was also knowledgeable about the itinerary, the place, and the animals. It did not hurt that he was very well connected with everybody, from park rangers to hotel stuff, which made everything smooth. Amazing value!
Email Doran | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Expert guide and crafted a perfect, tailored experience
We booked a 6-day safari and it was an absolute dream. Each of the four different properties where we were booked was unique, comfortable and beautiful. The game drives were a thrilling and I will never forget them. Our guide, Timothy, made it his mission to have us witness all that each park offered and he delivered!! Timothy was so kind and the way he engaged with the lodge staff and his colleagues reflected his kind nature and it was clear that he is well respected. We felt safe and well taken care of with Timothy.
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Email Mathias | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Simply Amazing from Start to Finish
Very good company. We spent 10 days on safari and it was simply amazing. Thanks to James for the great organization and easy communication. Our guide, Rono, was incredible and highly knowledgeable, we managed to see all the animals we expected and even more. Highly recommended
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Email Sid Hong | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Rachael's Flawless Planningï¼›Masila's Extraordinary Heart.ï¼›The Safari of a Lifetime.
My wife and I just got back from the 8-day Kenya safari (May 2–9, 2026) with Splendid Vacations, and honestly, it was all made possible by two people: Rachael and our guide Alex Masila.
Rachael handled all the planning from the start. She replied to every message quickly, really listened to what we wanted, and put together an itinerary that just worked — Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli. Every transfer, every lodge, every park fee, every meal, all of it went smoothly. It felt like she genuinely cared, and that made a huge difference even before we arrived.
Then there is Masila. He is simply the best guide we have ever had. He knows so much about the animals and the parks, and he has this amazing ability to find wildlife and get us right up close without ever feeling intrusive. We saw things we never thought we would see.
But what really touched us happened in the middle of the trip, when my wife got very sick late at night. I called Masila, and without any fuss, he arranged everything — took us to a doctor in the early hours, stayed with us the whole time, helped translate, and kept reassuring us until we knew she was okay. After that, he quietly adjusted the pace over the next couple of days so my wife could rest properly. He never made us feel like a burden. He just took care of us like we were his own family. We will be grateful forever.
On top of all that, Masila is just a joy to be around. He told us stories about growing up on a fruit farm, and how he dreams of going back to the orchards one day. You can see how much he loves nature — his face would light up every time we spotted an animal. He was patient, kind, funny, and completely genuine.
The trip itself was incredible. The Masai Mara gave us lions, cheetahs leopards, and endless plains full of wildebeest. Lake Nakuru was full of rhinos and flamingos. Lake Naivasha was peaceful — we did the boat ride and walked on Crescent Island surrounded by giraffes and zebras. And then Amboseli — watching big herds of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background, it almost doesn't feel real. The lodges were all comfortable and well chosen (Mara Serena, Lake Nakuru Sopa, Lake Naivasha Sopa, Kibo Camp), and the Land Cruiser handled every rough track perfectly.
Everything ran so smoothly, and that really comes down to Rachael's planning and Masila's deep knowledge of every place we visited.
If you book with Splendid Vacations, just ask for Masila. You'll get an incredible guide and a real friend.
Email Jason | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Alex was fantastic - Super knowledgeable, patient, understanding and very flexible!
My wife & I booked a 7 day safari with our 3 boys through Rachel and it was awesome! Rachel was very easy to communicate with, very knowledgeable even made great suggestions for our trip and made us feel confident about our booking months & months in advance. Alex was our assigned safari driver and they could not have picked a better person to lead our family's vacation. The different animals & quantities of that he brought us to throughout the 4 parks we visited were astounding and his knowledge, personality and patience helped make our trip the best of the best! Your will not be disappointed with Splendid Vacations and should plan to book your experience with them without hesitation.
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Email Andreas | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and good value
Me and my girlfriend are very happy with the safari we had with Splendid Vacations. Our driver Masilla was especially very friendly and helped us with everything during the days on the safari. The car was in good condition and fairly comfortable. The accommodation was very nice and the food at the lodges were amazing. The safari we attended was filled with game drives, boat safari, bicycle safari and walking safari and everything was fantastic. We felt that the price we paid was fair for safari provided. There was a small hiccup before the safari with a hacking situation, but I felt we solved it in a fair manner. Overall I can definitely recommend Splendid Vacations for anyone wanting an amazing safari experience.
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Email Robert | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good Communication and an amazing driver
We prepared the trip with Janet. Her offer catered perfectly to our needs, even including the hotel after our evening arrival at the airport. She included a cost breakdown, so we could see roughly how much the car, the hotel and the national parks cost.
The hotel rates were at least as good as on booking.com, if not better. Several hotel options were provided. We even received a free upgrade to a luxury lodge in the end, which was amazing.
During the trip, we had a great driver, Augustine. Even while driving, he spotted animals very well, and talked to the other drivers to make sure we get called when something special gets spotted. On top of that, he was great to be around, and explained some things about the wildlife and Kenya in general.
Thanks a lot Janet and Augustine, we would definitely choose you again!
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Email Cristina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our companions for an amazing experience
They adjusted the trip following our preferences, they were honest and transparent throughout.
Our driver John was an expert driver and excellent guide.
They made this possible, the experience of a lifetime!
We travelled with our 7 year old son and he enjoyed as much as we did.
Thank you very much!
