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An amazing place to get close to wildlife
Of all the parks we visited in a two week safari in Kenya and Tanzania, we saw the most Lions in Maasai Mara, many that were very close to our vehicle. You can go off the roads to get closer to the animals, which you can't do at other parks, making this a must-see destination.
Great Migration
Everything was wonderful! The camp, the people, the sightings, everything was amazing!
AT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Perfect Photo Safaris
I did a photo safari with RYC back in Dec 2012 / Jan 2013. I had 1 week under the guidance of my good friend Ute Sonnenberg and while I went into this event thinking I know already most about wildlife photography (I am photographing since more that 40 years and have done multiple photo safaris on my own in the past) I learned quickly that I had entered a totally different, educating and same time entertaining adventure.
Ute is a great teacher, friend and photographer and I really enjoyed the time I spent with her in the bush trying different photography techniques while also discussing the results and constantly improving!
Definitely not my last photo safari with Ute and RYC!
Peter
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Lake Nakuru National Park by EnergyRouter
Contrary to the other destinations in Kenya, Lake Nakuru allows you to see flamingos, hippos, and lots of monkeys and baboons. It is a great addition to a safari because of its vast wetlands and lake, which is different than much of the typical bush scene you get in other parts of Kenya. We stayed at the Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, which was great! View my video of Lake Nakuru at http://youtu.be/BXETOPnwEhQ?t=2m21s
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Masai Mara National Reserve by EnergyRouter
Maasai Mara is the epitome of an African Safari. You have every typical African grassland animal you could want to see, a vast expanse of land protected land, and indigenous tribes of people who still live in their traditional way. We went to meet some of them and see their village, which can be seen here: http://youtu.be/p8wUKAiRai4
Maasai Mara has it all. Hands down.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great place to visit on a Safari tour!
Ol Pejeta Conservancy was our first stop on our Safari in 2011. It was a great way to start out and we were able to see several animals right off the bat. We stayed at the Sweetwaters Tented Camp, where the tents and restaurants have spectacular views of wildlife and are literally out in the bush. They are safe, and you can see it on YouTube at http://youtu.be/-Tapks-e7Ys?t=4m49s
The conservancy itself gave us many opportunities to view Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, Gazelle, Waterbuck, Elephants, Chimpanzees, and many other animals up close. In addition, we were able to get up close to a rhino and even touch it! Watch the videos at http://youtu.be/DZESAy7YCro?t=1m16s
Ol Pejeta is definitely worth spending a day or two in as part of a safari. At around 90,000 acres, it has tons to offer and opportunities to see the Big 5.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Kenya by EnergyRouter
In addition to its vast expanses of protected land, Kenya is full of wonderfully nice people. We departed for our safari from Nairobi which has a major airport and were very pleased with our experience from beginning to end. We were treated like kings and accommodated in every way. All of the locations we went to on our safari were excellent and had opportunities to see lots of wildlife and stay in interesting, beautiful hotel accommodations.
Kenya has everything you could want in a safari, though another popular destination is Tanzania, where you will find ngorogoro crater and the serengeti. In my mind, they are equal. They have all the major wildlife and amazing people. I would highly recommend a safari trip!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing Africa
As an Africa-lover I try to travel to his continent as much as I can. The trip with Roho Ya Chui was a real amazing one! During this trip I felt as a real African. No hurry and the bush was truly mine. The accommodations were selected with care and our guide was very patient and cared about our wishes. Even vegetarians, as I am, can eat in such a luxurious way, delicious!
Being one with nature is a gift and traveling with Roho Ya Chui a welcome extra present.
Once in a lifetime experience that needs to be done again.
I was surprised at the beauty and luxury at Tsavo. From the tents overlooking the river, which were rustic but luxurious, to the amazing dining facility with incredible selection, everything exceeded expectations. When I got to my tent, I could see hippos in the river from my patio. On the safari, we saw elephants, cheetahs, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, and a pride of lions eating a water buffalo. Incredible experience. I travel to Kenya every summer to work with humanitarian organizations, and this year the safari was a special treat. I hope to do it again.
Almost eaten by elephant
While in reservation, it looked like there is something alive everywhere you looked. Guide (or lets call him the driver) was native Kenyan. He was able to spot lion 5km away from us while driving (avoiding holes on road) and talking to us. All drivers were cooperating like bees. They notified others when there was something special. If that happened, time stopped and every car was rushing to the announced spot. This showed to be very efficient, we have seen lion kittens, lion dragging his pray, bathing elephants, fighting impalas, little playful elephants and zebras. We were also woken up by an elephant eating our roof during deep night in camp (we actually mostly smelled this one, it was really dark :) )... To sum up, you should put this on your bucket list.