Dream Team
Abai Afrikan Adventures
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2015)
- Member Of:
- EAWLS, KTF, AMREF, KPSGA, TRA, Tripadvisor, TOSK & GTK
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $450 to $1,100 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Absolutely superb safari tour
Jan 2025 - 9 day tour
- Nairobi/national park & elephant orphanage
- Maasai Mara - Sopa Lodge
- Lake Nakuru - Sopa Lodge
- Lake Navaisha/Hells Gate - Sopa Resort
- Amboseli
- Back to Nairobi
Summary:
We really wanted to provide a comprehensive review of our Kenyan safari tour with Afrikan Accent Adventures (“AAA”) as they without doubt made it the trip of a lifetime for us. In summary, we couldn’t recommend more strongly that anyone looking for a safari tour operator book with AAA.
Hellen (company manager), Nico (our safari guide and driver) and Mike (guide in Nairobi) were all absolutely superb, and the service and support they provided from initial contact right through to drop off was simply first class. We feel that for such an impeccable client service, and for the time, the price provided very good value.
Itinerary:
Hellen dedicated significant time up front to prepare a bespoke safari itinerary which was meticulously planned to tick off everything we wanted to see. Note this was done before any payment obligation so her time up front was very much appreciated. She worked hard to ensure the accommodation we wanted was all booked for us, despite us booking relatively late and some of the places were seemingly already fully booked.
You could spend a month at the places we went, but given the limited time we had Hellen managed to pack in as much as possible without overloading it, so it didn’t feel rushed.
Nico was excellent throughout at ensuring we kept to our schedule and arrived on with enough time to enjoy everything that was planned.
AAA also lined up other great tours within our itinerary: Joseph’s bike tour at Hells Gate, the Crescent Island boat tour, and the Maasai village tour.
Communication and support:
We cannot thank Hellen enough for her outstanding customer service. She was very clear in communication throughout and responded very quickly to our initial queries (seemingly at all hours!) She answered all tour/support related queries we had before booking and throughout our tour. She worked with me on a bank transfer payment issue I had for the deposit and liaised with our first hotel to retrieve a lost kindle.
She was an absolute pleasure to deal with.
Nico was extremely knowledgeable on each of the parks and the flora and fauna at each, constantly providing info throughout. He was more than happy to answer any questions we had. He was also happy to talk to us about the culture of Kenya - the tribes, languages, politics and religion of each area we visited - which really added colour and extra interest throughout our trip.
For the avoidance of doubt, Hellen and Nico both speak very good English.
Our guide:
Nico has been guiding safari tours for 12 years and you can tell. In addition to his excellent knowledge and communication throughout, Nico had a real knack of getting our vehicle in the right place at the right time, ensuring we were situated perfectly to see animal crossings, get as close as possible (whilst being respective of the animals) and take some wonderful photos. At some of the animal spotting there can end up being a lot of vehicles on site, so AAA really impressed us with this.
Vehicle:
It was very important that we were in a 4x4 vehicle rather than a mini bus. Hellen provided us with photos and details on the vehicle up front. On arrival it didn’t disappoint.
The vehicle was clean and well maintained - there were absolutely no issues with it dealing with the extreme terrain. It was spacious - 6 seats (though there were only 2 of us!), all the windows were big and opened easily, and the pop up roof was great.
Some of the roads can be extremely rough both on safari and in transit. I occasionally suffer with a bad lower back but have to say the seats were extremely comfortable and absorbed a lot of the shocks, this was very important given how long you do sit on these trips.
Note there is no air conditioning in the vehicle, but the ‘African air con’ (opened windows) generally kept us cool enough.
Cost:
We were looking for a mid range tour, staying in lodges throughout.
AAA were very competitive with the price quoted for the overall tour and we feel they provided exceptional value for money. Whilst we can’t comment on other tour companies, we can’t imagine that they would have been able to provide an improved service, and some of them quoted a significantly higher price for a similar length mid range trip.
Company Name:
When initially contacting and booking we had noticed that there was a discrepancy with the company name ‘Afrikan Accent Adventures’ and the name on some of the review sites. Hellen informed us that this is simply due to the difficulty they have faced trying to change the name on these sites since she went full time with her business. Please do not be put off by this, and we hope Hellen can get this sorted as soon as possible as it would be a real shame if this put some people off from having an otherwise wonderful experience with AAA.
Extras:
They think of everything! Early morning starts can be quite chilly so a customised Maasai shuck (blanket) was provided to each of us. Likewise it gets very hot and sunny during the day, so they also provide a good quality safari hat.
They are very environmentally conscious, so provided us with customised metal bottled and ample water. It was handy that our names were on the metal bottled provided to avoid confusion between who’s was who’s.
Hellen also went above and beyond to make our trip extra special by arranging a special surprise for my partner’s 30th birthday in the lodges. This also resulted in us receiving room upgrades.
Thanks again Hellen, Nico and Mike for everything and best of luck. We very much hope to see you again.
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Feb 11, 2025Dear Joe and Tish,
Thank you so much for your incredible review! We are truly honored to have been part of your unforgettable safari experience. It was our pleasure to craft an itinerary that suited your needs and ensure every detail was taken care of.
Hellen, Nico and Mike will be thrilled to hear your kind words about their dedication and service. We’re also delighted that you enjoyed the accommodations, excursions and thoughtful touches throughout your journey. Your appreciation means the world to us!
We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future. Wishing you all the best!
Warm regards,
The Afrikan Accent Adventures Team
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Email Carlin | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience
We had a truly wonderful safari with Afrikan Accent. From the beginning, Hellen has always been very professional and prompt in answering all our questions. She personally came to greet us at the beginning and end of the safari to make sure everything was in order. Our driver Michael was also great and made sure we are well taken care of. In short, we will definitely go with them again if we return to Kenya and would not hesitate recommending this company to anyone.
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Feb 11, 2025Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful safari experience with us. Hellen, Michael, and the entire team truly appreciate your feedback and are glad we could make your trip special. We’d love to welcome you back to Kenya for another adventure in the future!
Best regards,
The Afrikan Accent Adventures Team
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Email Simon Marchand | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible safari, everything was perfect!
The safari was magical! A big thank you to Hellen for being attentive and responsive to every request. Huge thanks to our driver, Nic, who gave 100% to ensure we saw all the amazing wildlife in Kenya, all while creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended!
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Feb 4, 2025Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that your safari was a magical experience. Hellen is truly dedicated to making every trip seamless, and Nic’s passion for wildlife and hospitality shines through in every adventure.
We appreciate your kind words and recommendation—hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable safari! 🦁🌿🚙✨
EE
Email Ranno | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
the best you can get out there
Nico was our driver and he was absolutely great. Was willing to go the extra mile for us, no complaining, he had all the time very positive mindset and what’s most important - he had very good knowledge about all the animals and plants in the park! Couldn’t have wished for a better driver for those 5 days. Car was clean and very nice as well.
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Feb 4, 2025Thank you for your amazing review Ranno! We're so happy to hear that Nico made your safari experience truly special. His positivity, dedication, and deep knowledge of wildlife and nature are what make him such a fantastic guide.
We're also glad you enjoyed the comfort of the vehicle during your 5-day adventure. You have already recommended us to your friends and we really want to thank you. We’d love to have you back for another unforgettable journey in the future! 🌿🦁🚙✨
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Email Samit | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Family trip to Masai Mara-Abai Afrikan was the best choice we have ever made!
Best in communicating, very cordial and appropriately professional.
We were very happy dealing with Hellen.
She was amazing, knowledgeable, and organized the whole 2-night 3-day trip perfectly. The safari guide, Recko was a perfect choice-took us to all best possible places to see the wild animals.
We will be looking for Hellen over and over again to organize all our future trips to East Africa.
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Feb 4, 2025Thank you so much for your wonderful review Samit! We're delighted to hear that your family had an unforgettable trip to the Masai Mara with Afrikan Accent. It’s fantastic to know that Hellen provided exceptional service, ensuring a seamless and well-organized experience.
We’ll also pass along your kind words to Recko—he truly knows how to make every safari special! We can’t wait to welcome you back for more adventures in East Africa. 🌿🦁📸🚙
BR
Email Ighor Anjos | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nicholas is a very professinal Guide and Driver. Me and my fiance had a great time during the safari
Nicholas was very attencious and careful during the safari. He's a fun and informative guide. Every time we had a nice view or saw an animal, he stoped the vehicle for us to take photos. Definitely worthed it.
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Feb 4, 2025Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that you and your fiancé had a great time on safari with Nicholas. His professionalism, attentiveness, and passion for making each trip special truly set him apart. We're glad you enjoyed the experience and captured some amazing moments!
We’d love to host you again for another unforgettable adventure. 🦁📸🌿🚙
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Email Patrick | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beatifull safari
Had a great experience with my very good guide Nicholas. He taught me a lot about the animals we have seen and also on the history of Nairobi
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Feb 4, 2025Thank you for your wonderful review Patrick! We're so glad to hear that you had a beautiful safari experience with Nicholas. His knowledge and passion for wildlife and Nairobi’s history make every trip special. We appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! 🦁🌿🚙
Michael, our operator was excellent. He seemed to know what we wanted. He got us there.
We had a great time and our operator was knowledgeable and courteous. I want to do it again!!
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Feb 4, 2025Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Michael provided such an excellent experience and made your safari so enjoyable. His dedication to ensuring a memorable trip truly shines through!
We’d love to have you join us again for another adventure—whenever you're ready, we'll be here to make it just as incredible! 🌍🦁🚙
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Email Mona Heijman | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best guide ever, Michael Njoroge!
My daughter, granddaughter and I went on safari in the National Park in Nairobi on November 3, 2024.
The experience was wonderful and that was mainly due to the wonderful, knowledgeable and friendly guide we had.
Michael Njoroge made the safari even more special by sharing a lot of background knowledge about the country and the animals.
He did everything he could to find the best places to take the photos and films.
But the best part in my opinion was that he is a GREAT driver, who managed to drive the worst road sections in the smoothest and safest way.
He is incredible kind and patient and gave us a wonderful experience.
The service was excellent!!
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Feb 4, 2025Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you, your daughter, and granddaughter had such an amazing safari experience with Mike. He truly is a gem—knowledgeable, kind, and dedicated to making every safari unforgettable. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him.
We appreciate you choosing us for your adventure, and we hope to welcome you on another safari in the future! 🌿🦁🚙
ES
Email Isabel Pérez | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The trip of my life
My name is Isabel and I am 54 years old. My daughter suggested a family trip to go on a safari in Kenya and after a lot of searching and asking for quotes we decided to choose Abai Afrikan Adventures and we were not wrong; they organised a 10-day trip through 3 national parks and took us to first class hotels where the staff who carried our bags and the kitchen staff were impeccable in their treatment of us. In my opinion, this trip to Kenya has been THE TRIP OF MY LIFE. Kenya is a country full of contrasts where the connection between humans and nature is worthy of admiration by anyone who has the enormous opportunity to get to know it. Its people are always with a smile and a kind word, its towns, its culture and its climate will always remain in our retinas and will occupy a very important place in our hearts. I recommend that anyone who needs a different experience in their life, go ahead and travel to this wonderful country with so many things to offer and so many lessons to teach. We are already thinking of repeating next year to organize another trip with Abai Afrikan Adventures, thank you for your professionalism and making us part of this unforgettable trip.
Reply from Abai Afrikan Adventures
Posted on Nov 5, 2024Dear Isabel,
Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review! We’re honored that you and your family chose Afrikan Accent Adventures for your journey through Kenya, and we’re thrilled to hear that it became the trip of a lifetime. It was our privilege to guide you through Kenya’s stunning landscapes, and we’re so glad that our team, the accommodations, and the hospitality contributed to a truly memorable experience.
Kenya is indeed a place of remarkable contrasts and beauty, and it’s wonderful to know that its people, culture, and natural wonders left such a lasting impression on you. We’re delighted that your trip inspired such joy and that you’re already considering a return to explore even more.
Thank you once again for your recommendation and for trusting us to be part of this unforgettable journey. We look forward to welcoming you back next year!
Warm regards,
Hellen and the Afrikan Accent Adventures Team