Peter Sales Manager
Pavillion Safaris and Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $170 to $300 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email LAURA | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable safari experience with Derrick — a fantastic guide!
We just came back from an absolutely incredible safari with Pavillion Safaris and Tours, and we cannot recommend them enough! Our guide Derrick was outstanding — friendly, patient, knowledgeable, and always attentive to our wishes throughout the entire trip.
The wildlife sightings exceeded all our expectations: we saw elephants, cheetahs, lions, hyenas, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and so many other amazing animals. Every game drive was a new adventure.
Beyond the incredible sightings, what really made the difference was Derrick himself. He was always kind, understanding, and made sure we had the best possible experience. Communication before and during the trip was smooth, the service was excellent, and the value for money was great.
A huge thank you to Derrick and the whole Pavillion Safaris team — we will definitely come back and recommend you to all our friends!
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Email Nunes | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They are Professional and Client Friendly
Peter and his team are sincerely professional, From the first time we talked on emails to the safari day, he was available and quick to respond for that we are grateful. His guides are well knowledgeable especially John. I was able to go for 10 days safari with so much ease although the transfers are so long, the memories are worth it. I highly recommend Pavillion and any time i visit Kenya or Tanzania with my family, Peter is the person to reach out!
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Email Nolwenn Drai | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best guide ever
We had the absolute best experience with Derek, and honestly, we could not have asked for a better guide for our safari. From the very first day until the end of the trip, he made sure that every single moment was special, comfortable, fun, and unforgettable. Out of everything we experienced during this trip, Derek was truly one of the biggest reasons why it became such an incredible memory for us.
First of all, Derek is not just a guide he is someone who genuinely cares about his guests and puts his whole energy into making sure you have the best possible experience. He was always attentive, patient, kind, professional, and incredibly funny. He made us laugh during the entire trip and created such a good atmosphere every single day. Long drives never felt long because he always had stories, jokes, interesting explanations, and amazing energy. You can immediately feel that he loves what he does, and that passion completely changes the experience.
What impressed us the most is how hard he worked to give us the best safari possible. Derek did EVERYTHING he could to help us see the animals and enjoy every moment. Thanks to him, we were lucky enough to see the Big Five, including the leopard, elephant, lion, rhinoceros, and even giraffes very closely during the trip. Seeing a leopard was one of our biggest dreams, and Derek made it happen. His experience, patience, knowledge of the parks, and ability to spot animals are honestly incredible. Sometimes he could notice animals that we would never have seen ourselves.
Every time we stopped to observe an animal, Derek took the time to explain everything to us in detail. He taught us so much about the behavior of the animals, their habits, how they hunt, how they live, the differences between males and females, how ecosystems work, and so many fascinating facts throughout the safari. You can really tell he has deep knowledge and years of experience. He answered every single question with passion and precision.
Another thing that made the experience exceptional was how much he cared about our comfort and wellbeing during the entire trip. He constantly checked if we were comfortable, if we needed breaks, water, better positioning for photos, or anything else. He always tried to place the vehicle in the perfect spot so we could have the best possible view for pictures and videos. He was incredibly patient and never rushed us. We always felt safe, relaxed, and taken care of.
Derek also went above and beyond many times to adapt the experience to us personally. He was flexible, understanding, and always focused on making us happy. You can truly feel that for him, this is not “just a job.” He genuinely wants people to leave Kenya with unforgettable memories, and thanks to him, that is exactly what happened for us.
This safari exceeded all our expectations, and a huge part of that is because of Derek. We will honestly remember this trip for the rest of our lives. If you are looking for a guide who is knowledgeable, funny, professional, caring, passionate, experienced, and completely dedicated to giving you the best safari experience possible, then Derek is the person you need.
Thank you again, Derek, for everything you did for us. You made this trip magical and unforgettable. We could not recommend you more highly.
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Email Teo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari Driver
Very nice week with Derrick, lot of animals, very sympatic drivers and people in Safari
Email Clifford | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unbelievable Experience!
Unbelievable experience! With Peter and Derek at the helm our trip could not have gone better! We saw all of the big 5 and were even lucky to see some baby leopards eating and playing. Derek got us to all of the action, seemed to know the parks better than any of the other guides, and the camp's food was delicious and incredible. Highly recommend the camping, you’re really right in the thick of it! The sounds of the animals at night are incredible!
The value for money here was also amazing!
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Email WU | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Pavillion Safaris and Tours offers reliable, friendly service, great value, and a smooth, unforgetta
My Kenya safari with Pavillion Safaris and Tours was absolutely fantastic. The whole trip was great value for money, with comfortable accommodation, nice meals, and well-maintained vehicles. Our guide John was professional, responsible, and took excellent care of us throughout. A special thank you to Peter, our main contact, who handled our booking, contract, and communication perfectly—he was very helpful, responsive, and reliable from start to finish. Every part of the tour was well organized, and we enjoyed a smooth, memorable wildlife experience. Highly recommended for anyone planning a Kenya safari
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Email Gia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
most unforgettable memories in my Life
We were incredibly lucky. With our driver John, everything went smoothly throughout the trip. We saw all the animals we hoped for, and he offered us the most thoughtful help, trying his best to fulfill our wishes. These days brought me so many brand-new experiences and unforgettable moments. Getting along with everyone in the group was wonderful—the atmosphere was so warm and harmonious. Laughing and chatting along the way made this a truly happy journey.
Email Tom | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
Great experience. Enjoyed the whole tour. Would do it again
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Email Ingo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing service, experienced and knowledgeable guide, and comfortable accommodations!
We had a fantastic time on the six-day safari organised by Pavilion Safaris. We visited Masai Mara National Park, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli National Park. Our guide, John, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. He listened to our preferences and ensured we saw everything we wanted. We were particularly keen on birdwatching and he went above and beyond to help us. He stopped wherever we asked for a photo and even moved the car for a better view. My main goal was to spot an owl and we eventually found one in Lake Nakuru National Park! We saw the big five and way more wildlife like hyenas, jackals , mangoes, antilopes, crocodiles and a large variety of birds including saddle-billed stork, long-crested eagle, bateleur and multiple species of kingfishers.
The accommodations were comfortable and the food was delicious, with enough vegetarian options. The lunches were generally good but the last day’s box was quite empty. Overall, we had an amazing experience!
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Email Adela | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very friendly attitude since the beginning, they are professionals.
We really enjoyed our safari tour. John, our driver and guide was great. We have seen the big five and way more, but since we are birders and came for smaller animals, we thought we wouldn’t see much from the car. Once John was aware of this, he was very willing to stop for us for every spotting we saw. The only thing which was not the best was the last day lunch, which was basically only egg and chips, but that doesn’t deserve a star down. We recommend!