Tim Maloi on a Safari in Masai Mara ,Kenya -Nov.24
Real Africa Travel
- Located In:
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United States
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $275 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Natalie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
From start to finish our entire experience was excellent!
We did an 8 day tour in Kenya with Real Africa Travel in July 2025 and visited 5 national parks with a group of 9 (ages 12-47). From start to finish our whole trip was amazing. Tim was great to work with in the planning stages. His response time to my many questions was always less than 24 hours. He really helped us figure out what would and wouldn't work for the trip we wanted and offered many helpful suggestions. He and his team were on hand to greet us arriving on 3 different flights (including the one landing at 1 am) in Nairobi. Our drivers/guides, Mike and Roman were very wonderful. The vehicles were well maintained and we felt very safe the entire time we were in Kenya. Having traveled to developing countries before I came expecting there could be delays, changes of plans, and un expected hiccups during the trip. I was pleasantly surprised when this wasn't the case. Everything went according to plan and Mike and Roman were always on time. Both have been guides for over 10 years and their love of their country, the animals and their job was obvious. They shared tons of knowledge about the animals and landscape but also answered our questions about Kenyan culture, economic growth, and political shifts. Their answers about the countries current struggles and their hopes for it's future were honest and insightful. We were very happy we chose Kenya for our safari both for the country's emphasis ecotourism and the wildlife viewing opportunities. We saw a lion hunt and a cheetah hunt! We saw countless elephants, giraffes, zebras, 4 different species of antelope, hyenas, warthogs, baboons, monkeys, water buffalo, rhinos, flamingos, hippos, crocodiles, ostriches and more. I highly recommend Real Africa Travel
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Email varsha kumar | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kind, knowledgeable, agile and great hoats
The overall experience was great.
From the get go they were accommodating and cooperative wirh our needs and worked well in that manner.
From our arrival all the way to departure our guide Roman was wonderful. We did have a great time experiencing this beautiful country. They work well with last minute changes and we really appreciated that.
My only suggestion to all travelers please dont buy telecom sim
At the airport they said we would get coverage, and our guide dint discourage us. However we dint have data and not even coverage.
The purpose was for emergencies as we enjoyed being disconnected. Go with airtel or safari
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Email Carole | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A memory never to me forgotten…
About our African journey: it was a trip of our lifetime with three generations. My daughter and granddaughter and I chose REAL AFRICA TRAVEL and had the trip of our lifetime!!! We started with a Safari in the Masai Mara then proceeded to Siaya, Kissumu and Eldoret, where we have various Missions in place. Real Africa Travel booked us into the best hotels that I didn’t even know existed. Our driver Mike was tops and we all liked him so much. If we ever get a chance to go again it’ll be Mike we go with.!! I want to say many, many thanks to all of you at African Safari Travel Co., you exceeded our expectations in every way and made our trip most memorable. Carole
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Email Yajaira | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular!
I traveled to Kenya from Colorado with my husband for our honeymoon. Real Africa Travel was the best tour agency I could have picked. From the moment I was quoted, Tim was patient and very informative on all my questions. Never felt pressured and he was so quick to respond. Tim and Lilian found great accommodations for us and planned our 2 week itinerary. When we were there, Mike, our safari guide was the kindest soul. I was so impressed by how knowledgeable he was. Mike could name all animals and plants we came across and was determined to find the big 5. Wish I could relive this magical trip and I will recommend Real Africa Travel to anyone I know
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Email Melissa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Our safari experience in Kenya was truly surreal and unforgettable. We had an amazing time with Timothy and Mike, who made the entire journey smooth and memorable.
From the very beginning, they were professional, helpful, and gave us the right suggestions while also being extremely flexible in accommodating our requests.
The safari itself was phenomenal. Mike, our guide, was incredibly patient and knowledgeable — he answered all our questions with great enthusiasm and shared so many interesting insights about the wildlife and surroundings. His friendly nature made the experience even more enjoyable.
The accommodations, safari jeep, and the locations we visited were all top-notch. Everything was thoughtfully planned and well-executed, and it truly exceeded our expectations.
Kenya stole our hearts — the people are warm and welcoming, and the country is breathtakingly beautiful. We’ll definitely be coming back!
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Email Hiraknil | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best tour operator!!
Hi All,
We had just finished our Magical Kenya tour with Real Africa Travels.I would like to extend my heartfill thanks to the Team of Real Africa(specially Timothy aka Tim,Mike and Eliza) to provide us with the best experience we could ever have in Africa!!A superb planning followed by excellent implementation made this tour a more memorable one for us!!
The Hotels that were provided to us was of topest quality followed by best quality food that you can ever get in Africa.
It was a homely feeling away from home as the entire team was so supportive,caring and hospitable throughout our tour.All the preparations were so well planned that we didn't have to bother for anything.Everything was so seamless!!
We were provided Mike(Mykos) as our tour guide.He was the best friendly person we could ever meet on earth!!He was more than a friend to us making our stay more comfortable and lovely!!He ensured that we could enjoy every bit once we are into his caravan.He was as cool as ice and everytime we demanded somthing he would ensure that our expectations are fulfilled
We had a lovely time in Kenya where we covered everything that was in the itinerary(6 days itinerary-which has a blend of forest,beaches and city tour) and we would highly rate them for their planning,execution,hospitality and perfection!!
Ladies and Gentleman,if you would like to have a memorable experience in Africa don't wait anymore.Choose Real Africa Travels as they are the Best!!
They have over exceeded our expectations and we had bagged home a lot of good memories that we can cherish down the memory lane.
Thank you again Real Africa Travel!!
Thanks,
Hiraknil
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Email Kim | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The contact person was very sincere and professional
The contact person was very sincere and professional. He introduced to us how to make the most reasonable itinerary. The tour guide was also very responsible and professional.
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Email Chloe Chan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
fantastic journey! warmly kindly
We are LIJIA and SIYUE, two girls from China, we were sincerely wanna thank you for guiding our three-day safari tour. Thanks for taking care of our itinerary with warmth like a father and provide assistance for our future plans , so we have written this letter, hope you can see this, and also share those info for the same needs person, We strongly recommend our guide Mike, he is super nice !
As two Chinese girls who are visiting Africa for the first-time crossed the entire hemisphere ,we know less for this country’s people. There’s always have some concern for our safari tour. In our country, people tend to have cautious and conservative altitude for outside-country tour, so we feel really nerves at the beginning when we landed. However, after our guide Mike arrived, he friendly greeted us, took the initiative to pick up our luggage to help us to put it on the car in order to let us relaxed. Then Mike specially called the platform and putting me on speakerphone to let them knew we were safe, (This is because mike was not the earliest contact), Mike warmly introduced Nairobi for us, throughout the process, Mike was very patience and humble, with polite altitude, he told us different culture. When he heard us need sim cards, but the people nearby sim card shops would take half an hours unless, he help us get it by other ways.
Those Mike’s behaviors let us increase safety feeling for Nairobi, and become kinda could enjoyed our trip.
Mike pays great attention to details!
From check in, transportation arrangement, Mike would wait for us all the things be down, caring us all the unlike others, tell us what was in the lodge, usually, like us, small groups tourists, we might not catch on time so precisely, mike would gave us patient, not to push us, reminds us times up frequently, this keeps our space feel not rush. And also is an mainly good manner for us,
There’s one more details!
After the end of this trip, our outbound trip was DIY and we didn't have anyone pick us up for the second trip. MIKE heard that we were going to cross the border alone, he could have delivered us to the designated location and left because it wasn't his job, but MIKE didn’t! he chose to stay, not to leaves and ensure every necessary procedures and transit arrangement, even helped us booked a car etc tried to make all the arrangements were properly arranged before leaving, all because of Mike’s sense of responsibility and kindness, we really thank him, we may not have been able to travel from Kenya to Tanzania so smoothly
During our whole tour, what Mike shows to us, politely. Friendly kindly and thoughtfully, all those impressed us deeply, especially, its not easy to make a plan for Africa safari. We sincerely thank Mike gave us such a unforgettable trip, hoping more ppl can came and joining this safari tour too,
Thanks Mike
From
Lijia and Siyue
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Email Nurlybek | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Life time Dream Came True!!!!
"Real Africa Travel" is the name that corresponds to reality. I mean they really show you real Africa life. Places where real Africans live. Food that real Africans eat. Life that real Africans live.
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Email Jennifer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Real Africa Travel was professional and experienced delivering a memorable safari for our family.
Giraffes, zebras, lions, elephants, rhinos and more!... Our safari with Real Africa Travel was a memorable experience for our family of 5. Mike was a great guide and his experience was so helpful in leading us to see some fantastic views of the animals. We took home some amazing photos! Tim, our coordinator, was professional, helpful and responsive leading up to, during and after our trip.
Starting with one night at Lake Nakuru was an excellent suggestion to break up the 3 night safari. The views at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge were breathtaking and turned out to be a highlight of the trip. Two nights at Fig Tree Masai Mari...unfortunately the recent floods had destroyed the bridge that connects directly to the park so unpleasant driving was required to enter the property. The restoration efforts at the property were quite impressive, though the luxuriousness of the property and landscape shown in the photos had definitely been effected. The food and service at both lodges were great. The most challenging part of the trip was the rough and lengthy car rides in route between the airport, parks and lodges. If doing over, we would definitely consider flying between the parks or only staying at one location. However, we really enjoyed the advantage of both locations and the greater variety of sights and wildlife.
The overall experience seeing the animals was certainly rewarding. Mike made great efforts for us to capture great views of the wildlife. Thank you!