CN
It's a really responsible travel agency
The travel agency did a great job - the guide was very attentive and the service was excellent
AR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
Our experience with the agency was FANTASTIC!
From the advice on organizing the safari according to our preferences to the flawless execution of the plan!
The vehicle was brand new and equipped with every comfort to make the experience truly amazing.
The accommodations were excellent, with great service!
A special mention goes to our guide, Laurent: he undoubtedly made our experience the best it could be. A true professional and very friendly; he was always ready to adapt and offer advice at every step of the way.
I would certainly recommend them to anyone looking for professional, personalized service!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tarangire and Ngorogoro National Park
We did a short safari in Tanzania after climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro and decided on Ozon Light which was a great choice for us. Our guide, Elijah, was flexible and fun and made sure we had an amazing time in the parks we visited. He was also an awesome ambassador when it came to making sure our lodge hooked us up with everything we needed for the long safari days. We had a fab time with Elijah and Ozon light and would definitely choose them again for our next Tanzania safari! Thanks for everything Elijah!
BE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Flexible friendly excellent
We had the most amazing time on our family safari organised by Steve. The organisation was easy and efficient before the trip, Steve was always very responsive. Flexibility was given to our different start and drop off points (we did Malindi - Tsavo East - Tsavo West - Watamu) as well as working around the lodges we wanted to stay at. We travelled with our two kids who are 8 and 10 years old and they could not have loved it more! Our driver Solomon was absolutely incredible, he was patient and entertained all the kids’ questions about the wildlife and really tried to ensure they saw what they were most excited about from close up, from your lion pride to the cutest baby hippo in Mzima springs. He was always attentive to our rhythm while ensuring we stayed relatively on track time-wise. He has an eagle eye (or should I say giraffe eye!) for spotting hidden animals and by the end the kids were keen spotters too! Attention was given to every detail, e.g. the car was cleaned every night fresh for the next morning’s game drive including the windows and the floor, which did not go unnoticed! (Those small things make all the difference) The views, landscapes, wildlife and organisation all combined to make this an unforgettable experience for our family. Thank you so much Solomon and Steve!
MT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extremely attentive, flexible and professional in creating a fantastic customized Safari holiday
We started planning our holiday a year in advance and were in touch with a number of travel agents / tour operators both at home and also from Kenya. Splendid Vacations was one of two or three which we came across on TripAdvisor. We received information and quotes from all them, but it was clear from the beginning that Splendid Vacations seemed to be the most professional in terms of the communication and assistance to provide a number of options when creating the itenary for the week. As it turned out, Splendid also offered the best pricing.
James Kilorit was our primary contact, and patiently helped us with the planning as early as 9 months prior to our holiday. Once we had agreed on the destinations, James proposed various hotels / lodges, ranging from luxury to budget. However, we were not restricted to his suggestions. We actually found some additional accommodation options ourselves and he was able to include them in the package.
Our guide and driver for the week was Alex, who was great. Passionate about his job, his knowledge of the game parks and animals was impressive. Alex was polite and helpful. We were able to witness the Big 5 in their natural habitat within the first couple of days.
Some advice on the actual game drives - whether you are staying in a luxury or budget accommodation, the guides are always going to take you to see the same animals. So the choice of accommodation is not going to impact your 'animal spotting' experience. What will make a big impact, however, is 1) your choice of vehicle ; 2) whether you have it exclusively for yourself or are sharing with others. We had a Toyota Land cruiser to ourselves (family of 5), and this was great. We saw others squeezed into smaller vehicles, and we did not envy them at all.
At the end of the safari we spent 1 1/2 days in Nairobi to relax before our flight back. We had been offered to go to a beach resort in Mombasa, but as we travelled in September we were all beached out and preferred to give this a miss. Nairobi, however, is chaotic and not a city you can casually walk around. If you want to relax, you need a good hotel which you are happy to stay in for most of the time. We did venture out to a very good restaurant called Inti (Perivian / Asian) and also visited the Utamaduni Crafts Village. Nairobi of course has its own game park and also Elephant and Giraffe sanctuaries, but after a weeks safari we were ready to give those a miss.
In summary, it was a great holiday and I would happily recommend Splendid Vacations to everyone.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Custom Safarai - Great Guide & Responsive Team
My friend and I enjoyed a 10-day private safari in Kenya. Titus replied promptly afrer we reached out online and crafted a well-organized itineray tailored to our requests. Philip, our guide, was extremely professional and thoughtful. He helped us spot nearly all the animals on our whishlist, and brouhgt us to every destination we hoped to visit. I will definitely recommend Amazing Memories to anyone planning a Kenya safari.
CN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A professional, attentive, flexible, reliable organizor, and a good listener
This safari was planned as early as the end of last year. Originally scheduled for mid-May, we had communicated our travel plans with several companies and gradually received responses and quotations. Larger companies responded with standardized procedures—well-established but relatively rigid—and were less enthusiastic about our customized ideas. From the outset, Isa stood out for being flexible, proactive, and genuinely open to listening. Even when some of our requests proved difficult to implement, he didn't simply dismiss them; instead, he offered thoughtful analysis and practical suggestions, leaving a strong impression on us. Later, due to our circumstances, the trip was postponed to September, and ISA actively cooperated by adjusting the itinerary—from primarily focusing on central Serengeti to first visiting the northern regions before returning to the center. As a result, we saw the Big Five, witnessed the wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River in a spectacular "river of life" scene, and even took a hot air balloon ride. The entire journey turned out to be exceptionally fulfilling. Our guide, Hussein, demonstrated outstanding professionalism throughout. He is an excellent driver, possesses extensive knowledge about wildlife and natural ecosystems, and has strong communication and coordination skills. Every evening at dinner, he would listen attentively to our feedback from the day's tour and clearly outline the next day’s schedule. Most impressively, he has sharp eyes like an eagle for spotting animals and always helped us find the best vantage points. In unexpected situations such as a flat tire, he remained calm and handled it swiftly, giving us a strong sense of security. Overall, we were quite satisfied with this experience. The only point that could be improved is the vehicle's condition, which appears somewhat outdated—there are a few cracks on the windshield and one armrest on the seat is damaged.
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime
A once-in-a-lifetime experience with a very patient driver named Libby; he was attentive, friendly, and highly professional.
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The service was excellent; our driver was attentive, focused, and very patient. He helped us with ev
The service was excellent; our driver was attentive, focused, and very patient. He helped us with every request and looked for unique wildlife for us. The hotels were good for the area, and the entire organization by James prior to our arrival was excellent.
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Libi is the best
Libi is the besttttt and The service was excellent; our driver was attentive, focused, and very patient. He helped us with every request and looked for unique wildlife for us. The hotels were good for the area, and the entire organization by James prior to our arrival was excellent.