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Email Berge Gunnar K | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excotic, and positively excoting
Very pleased with knowledgeable guides, wildlife as expected.
Highlights were the visit to the Masai village, and the masai guide in the village.
The lodging did not impress, probably due to my own selection.
I recommend he safari to my friends.
Email Sarah | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Kenya: A Magical Safari Destination
Our journey through Kenya was nothing short of spectacular, combining breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife, and warm hospitality. From the savannahs of the Masai Mara to the golden beaches of Diani, every moment was packed with wonder and discovery.
Lake Naivasha: Scenic Beauty and Adventure
We began our adventure at Lake Naivasha, staying at the peaceful Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge. Surrounded by the serene waters of the lake and acacia trees teeming with birds, it was a fantastic place to immerse ourselves in nature. Hiking Mt. Longonot was a thrilling (if not hard at the altitude) start, offering panoramic views of the Great Rift Valley.
Lake Elmenteita and Hell’s Gate: Wildlife and Unique Landscapes
Next, we visited Lake Elmenteita, where the luxury of Serena Camp added a touch of indulgence to our stay. We explored the rugged beauty of Hell’s Gate National Park on bicycles, weaving past dramatic cliffs, geothermal steam vents, and even zebras grazing nearby. This park is truly one of Kenya’s hidden gems, offering adventure and wildlife without the crowds.
Masai Mara: The Ultimate Safari
The Masai Mara National Reserve was the highlight of our trip. Staying at &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp, a luxurious retreat overlooking the Mara plains, felt like stepping into a dream. Each safari game drive was unforgettable—we saw lions lounging and eating in the Mara, elephants marching majestically across the plains, and cheetahs killing warthogs! The abundance of wildlife here is unparalleled.
The most magical moment was a hot air balloon ride at sunrise. Floating silently above the savannah, watching the golden light illuminate elephants, wildebeest and zebras, was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
A Train to the Coast and Beach Bliss
Our journey from Nairobi to Mombasa by train was another highlight. This scenic ride passes through three national parks, giving us glimpses of elephants and giraffes from the comfort of our seats. Once in Diani, we stayed at the Lantana Galu Beach, a perfect spot to relax after the safari excitement. The pristine beaches, swaying palms, and turquoise waters made it the ideal ending to our adventure.
Kenya offers an incredible mix of wildlife, adventure, and culture. The parks are well-maintained, the scenery is breathtaking, and we felt safe at every step. Whether hiking, cycling, or going on a safari, the country offers unique experiences for all kinds of travelers. The local people were warm and welcoming, always ready to share stories about their culture and traditions. This trip showed us why Kenya is a bucket-list destination—it has something for everyone. The warm weather was perfect for outdoor activities, and we felt completely safe throughout the experience.
Crimson Brook Safaris made our mega holiday seamless and stress-free. From their attention to detail and knowledgeable guides to their flexibility and friendly service, they exceeded our expectations at every turn. Whether it was arranging logistics, offering local expertise, or making sure we had the best experiences, they truly went above and beyond.
This trip was everything we dreamed of and more—thank you, Crimson Brook Safaris, for making it all possible!
It’s a beautiful country with a warm welcome
We had an incredible three week trip to East Africa. Week one was Nairobi, the Masai Mara and Nakuru were we were fortunate to see the big 5. This was followed by a week on the coast south of Mombasa on Chale Island. Beautiful location with an incredible hotel and the service was exceptional. After that we travelled to Zanzibar where we stayed at the Melia resort. We loved Zanzibar and the capital Stone Town was definitely worth visiting. In summary it was three weeks of sunshine, hospitable people and stunning locations. Highly recommended!
Email Jackie and Adrian | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Holiday of a Lifetime
We loved Kenya: it did not disappoint. The landscapes were spectacular, the animal sightings amazing, the people interesting, informed and so wanting us to have a good experience.
We cannot thank Extra Miles Unique Adventures enough.
Don’t hesitate - visit Kenya as soon as you can!
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Email Hojun Hwang | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Stunning view with exotic experience
From the moment I entered the national park, I fall in love with everything I see.
The entire journey was just awesome
It was our honeymoon, and definitely an unforgettable experience.
Thanks to Silas who arranged everything to ensure the smooth travel, and our experienced guide wycliff was very knowledgeable and helpful with everything!
I highly recommend everyone to experience this amazing journey as well!
HK
Email Morty | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Amazing view and people and animals. Our guide Sam is really great
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Email Ellen Bertelsen | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lovely country
A great experience all in all -wildlife, tourquide, scenery
Email Martin Bell | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Life long dream realsed and it was worth it
Ever since I was a young boy I've wanted to visit Kenya for the wildlife. It may have taken some 60 years to live that dream but, boy, was it worth it. A lot of the thanks has to go to Laxa Trails Safaris for putting together a great safari.
The wildlife was just what that young boy dreamed it would be. It may have been 'low' season, so no vast herds of Wildebeest crossing the Mara into Kenya, but there is still plenty of animals to see, and the parks are quieter, so more chance of getting good unrestricted views of the big predators - Lion, Leopard and Cheetah.
The scenery, just spectacular. Big skies, open vista's. Everyone we met was open and friendly, we never felt threatened at any point, even when we took an unguided wander from one of the hotels we stayed in. The food was very good to excellent.
Is it perfect, No, there can be a lot of travel between sites and travel times are long due to the main roads being busy or on rough dirt roads. but I've been on worse. However, the rewards at the end of the journey are worth it. Will I go back? I have a feeling I will be back.
Absolutely incredible trip. Stunning landscape, majestic animals, lovely people and vibe.
Kenya is a beautiful country with so much variety. We did a safari to Masai Mara, Lake Nukuru and Amboseli. Each park offered different landscapes and experiences and different animals to spot.
We also visited Diani beach which was true paradise and I can't fault. Stunning white sandy beach on a beautiful turquoise sea. Think Zanzibar but without the pricetag.
October was a great time to visit, we had amazing weather. Dry and really comfortable for the safari and beautiful and warm at the beach. The Masai mara was quite green and we saw a lot of baby animals which was lovely. We also amazingly saw the migration which I thought we were too late to see.
We visited a Masai village on our tour which was fascinating. I believe there are many other tribes and cultures to explore.
The people are absolutely delightful, so friendly and helpful. When you break down on the road for example (I don't think this is uncommon) Hakuna Matata, no worries, strangers will stop and help one another and everything gets sorted.
We never felt unsafe but were mostly in tourist areas. However, as with anywhere, as long as you have your wits about you and are sensible with your belongings it's probably fine.
We visited a children's home one morning which was a great experience to see culture and life outside the tourist spots and support the community. We took notebooks and pens which they love for school and some games and bubbles. A lot of these homes rely on donations so I felt it was very important to visit. Recommend to research and check with your hotels for good ones that don't exploit donations.
Overall I absolutely LOVED Kenya and whilst we said it was a once in a lifetime trip... I will 100% be going back sometime.
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Email LJ | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Zebra and giraffe paradise
I had so much fun and really enjoyed all the animals and birds that Kenya had to offer. Had an amazing tour guide and it was just such a wonderful experience. I would say to go there at least once if you are able to.
