Clients exploring the Kenyan Parks
Australken Tours & Travel
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 1996)
- Member Of:
- KATO & ETT
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $225 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Céline | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome 4 days private safari in Kenya
Our private safari with Australken was an amazing experience. We went to the Hell's gate, lake Navasha and then Masai Mara.
During our trip organisation Zippy was very helpful, she did everything so that we could have the safari we wanted. We felt safe going on a safari even though we are two young women.
During the safari, Simon was a super guide. He knew a lot about the wildlife and took good care of us. We manage to see many animals and he was able to find even the most difficult ones like elephants hiding during the great migration of gnus, and many lions.
I highly recommand this tour operator and especially their private safaris!
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Email Curtis | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience with the most knowledgeable people!
My wife and I booked a week and a half excursion all over Kenya with Australken. It took a little back and forth to really customize our trip, but Zippy was able to adjust everything to exactly how we wanted, despite us asking for quite a bit, and at a very reasonable price too! Leading up to departure, Zippy was very helpful. She guided us on what we should do in preparation, what others have done, and threw in tips here and there on what stuff to bring. Once we actually landed, the experience was smooth, it was clear that this wasn't some janky operation. Everyone at Australken knew what they were doing, and had been doing it a long time. We visited several places all over Kenya, the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, and more. Our primary driver, Simon, had such vast knowledge about all of the animals, and he knew how to drive our private Land Rover very well. We got up very close to Lions, others couldn't reach the area we were in due to their vehicle. Aside from multiple lions, we saw plenty of rhinos, giraffes, water buffalo, wildebeasts, cheetahs, hippos, zebras, elephants, baboons, crocodiles, impalas, warthogs, jackals, waterbucks, and more. For me and my wife who love animals, this was 10/10. We ended our stay in Kenya with a beach hangout at Diani Beach. Diani Beach has a lot to offer to couples and just people in general, it has a really nice view, and going into town from there, there are a lot of small shops you can get things for cheap. $0.20 to a tuk-tuk will get you a decent distance. We also spent some time in Mombasa before our flight, which was a very very cool place, culturally. Fort Jesus was one of the most interesting pieces of history in Old Town. I recommend you visit.
Overall, Australken was professional, gave us room to customize whatever we wished, and was the right price for me and my wife to experience the greatness that Kenya has to offer. I would recommend them to anyone!
DE
Email Ashutosh | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent and memorable private safari experience
It was my wife's and my first ever safari experience and Zippy and her team made it so easy to plan a safari.
We always got a quick email response for every query. Zippy and her team organized the 4-day Mara safari for me and my wife very well.
Airport pick-up, flights to and from safari destinations, camps, hotel bookings and above all actual safari game drives were all perfectly organized.
While returning from the safari, I forgot my backpack at an airport in Nairobi. Zippy went all the way back to pick up my bag and return it to me at my hotel and that too in heavy Nairobi evening traffic. I highly appreciate her helpful gesture.
Our safari guide Symon was very experienced and passionate about his job. He tirelessly answered our numerous doubts and questions.
He made it an informative and very exciting experience. We would love to visit other parks in Kenya again with him.
Email Charlotte Spencer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Beyond words!
Since we began corresponding with Australken, all our questions had been perfectly answered and all our preferred hotels booked so we had no surprises on arrival other than delight. They dedicated time to cater for our specific needs and also proposed some positive changes in order to make us save some money on the final deal. Our guide was terrific and very easy-going explaining to us many things along the way at every stop. I warmly recommend them for any specific touristic needs !! thanks again to all of you for this amazing experience.
NL
Email Andy Daniels | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Value for Money !!
I was in Nairobi for a business Trip and a friend of mine had recommended Australken to me and I emailed Zippy who was prompt and came back to me with a really good offer for myself alone with my own safari vehicle. One night in Lake Naivasha and the following day in Mara which I really enjoyed.
I came back with lots of photos and very fond memories of Kenya.
Email Lisa Beale | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Best cook best Guide!!
May I start by saving that this our 4th safari but fist to Kenya and I can not recommend this company enough. We were met at the airport by cheerful helpful Zippy who dropped us off to our Nairobi hotel. We spent a week being looked after by Daniel and Nelson. Daniel was a fantastic cook who took care of my gluten intolerance. Nelson could answer any question. Knew every bird and animal. Honestly can't recommend this firm enough and would use them again. Thank u so much!!!!
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Email Pat Owen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional from start to finish.
I would like to thank Zippy and her team for organising the best memorable honey moon for my wife and I .We had a fabulous time in Arusha, Ngororongoro and Serengeti before flying to Zanzibar for our beach extension. Our guide was really knowledgeably ,prompt, patient and we were so lucky with wildlife we saw all the big five and we really enjoyed our Zanzibar retreat as both transfers were smooth and timely.
HK
Email Tim Brown | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well Recommended!!!
We visited Kenya in February and our safari took us from Nairobi to Kericho for the Tea farms as am a tea lover and always wanted to see the farms then to Kakamega forest as my husband loves the birds and walking. We wanted a non tourist route to avoid congestion but we had to see Masai Mara and the wildlife and it was fantastic. Our guide was amazing with our teenage boys as they bonded very well. The safari was well organised by Zippy and her team and the level of service was beyond our expectation , we were really touched by the generosity and the effort that went to make our safari a success. Asante!!(Thank you)
CA
Email Gail from Calgary | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding safari delivers more than expected service.
From first contact to seeing me off at the airport 2 weeks after my tour ended, Zippy, Evans, John and Robinson looked after my every need. Zippy called daily to the crew to find out how I was and spoke to me directly on occasion to ensure that I was happy and comfy. No breakdowns, no accidents, everything went smoothly and the itinerary was well planned and followed. John provided great meals, and we even shopped together which I enjoyed. The vehicle even has wi-fi! Evans is an expert guide and is very passionate about his vocation. We had 9 days of unforgettable game viewing and site seeing. I was so happy with Australken that I hired a driver for 2 days of touring around Nairobi at the end of my stay in Kenya. Not only did I have Robinson to drive but John came as well and we had a great time together. I have been on several safaris prior and rate this one as the best one thus far and highly recommend Australken.
Email Liberty J | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic Flamingo Experience in Bogoria
I have just returned from Kenya and I had a real good experience, my goal was the flamingos and Zippy advised me to do Bogoria instead of Nakuru and for sure they were in Millions. I also had a nice safari in Solio as it was not in the usual circuit. Th whole experience was brilliant.
Thank you Zippy, Symo and the team.