Gofan Safaris & Travel Africa
- Offices In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2006)
- Member Of:
- ASTA, KATO & UATO
- Tour Types:
- Mid-range & luxury tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $1,500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Malina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
personable
I cannot say enough good things about my safari experience. From the planning to the execution of the trip, I felt completely free to voice my opinion and to make sure that everything met my expectations. Gofan was referred to us by a friend (we were initially not planning on going on safari during our trip to Kenya), and the referral was spot on! I reached out approximately 2.5 months before our trip to begin setting things up. Allison was patient with me and answered every question I had. She gave a number of different options in a variety of price ranges and trip lengths to show the different types of experiences we could have. We had some issues when it came time to remit payment (due to the online payment system not accepting our US credit card) and she and her team worked with us to try to get it sorted. When we were unable to fix the issue, she arranged to have a team member meet us when we arrived in Nairobi to accept the payment in person.
We had a slight miscommunication on the time of the morning pickup the first day of the safari, but she and her other team members quickly sorted things and provided us with a new pickup time to take place an hour later. (It was barely an inconvenience because they pick you up from your home/hotel/airbnb.) When we met our guide, Francis, I immediately felt safe and taken care of. He was extremely communicative through our drives to the various locations and made sure to share history about each area we drove through and answer my very constant questions about anything and everything. At each stop (restroom break or arrival at a hotel), he let us know when we should meet and asked if we had any questions.
During our 4-day, 3-night safari we hiked/biked Hells Gate, drove through Masai Mara, and visited a Masai village. Our 3 nights were split between Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort and Mara Treetops Luxury Camp. Both of the locations were extremely unique and provided opportunities to see wildlife up close. The food and service at both locations was amazing, but the service at Mara Treetops was the best I've ever experienced.
While on safari, Francis asked us what animals we definitely wanted to see, and made sure that we saw every animal we could. The only animal of the Big 5 that we were unable to see was the rhinoceros, but it wasn't high on my list of animals I wanted to see in the wild. He also humored my interest in all the different birds in the Mara and stopped a number of times to allow me to gawk at secretary birds, ostriches, helmeted guineafowls, and marabou storks.
I would definitely book with Gofan Safari again. It is the most memorable trip I've ever taken (and I travel quite frequently), and the value for the cost is unmatched. I've already recommended Gofan to countless friends and family members due to the great experience we had.
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Email Charlie Kincaid | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommend
Shadrack was very easy to work with. Responsive, and helped us to customize our trip of a lifetime. Our driver/guide, Francis, was also knowledgable and funny. We enjoyed being with him.
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Email Nancy Gehron | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fabulous team members, great hotel choices and knowledgable of the national park options.
I found myself suddenly with an extra day on a weekend so asked Gofan to put together a safari package for me very quickly. They were responsive and thoughtful, asking me questions to gage my interests, budgets and special needs (especially with food!). They selected an excellent new camp, Mara Treetops, where I thoroughly enjoyed my stay in their uber luxury tents. The staff were very attentive and the service was great. Richard, the chef at Mara Treetops, was superb. My urban and safari drivers/guides were also top notch. I felt I got very good value for my three nights/four day adventure. I would definitely book with them again.
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Email Stan | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very knowledgable and experienced.
Truly a mind blowing experience! Top-notch luxury accommodations, excellent food and the Safari was nothing less than Amazing!! From the moment you enter into the Nature Reserve until you leave; everything has been planned for you to relax and enjoy. More than a trip of a lifetime.
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Email Jana | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This African Safari was the best trip of my life and I'm a well-traveled girl!
Gofan Safaris & Travel Africa provided a wonderful safari! Our safari driver, Onesmus, was excellent! He was knowledgeable and provided a lot of information for us about the animals we saw. He let us spend the time we wanted watching the different animals. He was also very personable and professional! We didn't encounter one single problem while on safari!
Every day was a new adventure of discovery! I would travel with Gofan again!
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Email Sharolyn | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Onesmus Musyoki, our driver and tour guide, made this a wonderful experience I will always remember.
Onesmus Musyoki was a wonderful driver, could answer all our questions and was able to get us the best view of the animals. I came with and Brian Judd Tour group and Onesmus was our driver for two weeks. We visited several different safaris. He could spot the animals before we could even see them and would get us in the best position to take photos. When I come back in the future, I would like Onesmus to be my driver.
Email Kristi | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic service
We have used GoFan Safaris and Travel twice and have been impressed by the customer service, the prompt response to questions, and the reliability and knowledge of the guides. You will not be disappointed!
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Email Christi | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Shadrack will ensure & provide a once in a lifetime safari experience!
Every aspect of booking travel while visiting Kenya is made simple with Shadrack and his team. You will not deal with a more honest, kind, and faithful company in Kenya. Shadrack has handled my travel for the last 15 years and I cannot share a single negative experience, in fact, quite the opposite! Shadrack continues to pull out all stops to ensure myself and my guests have the most amazing experience. My companion on this last trip made this statement after spending three nights on the Masa Mara “In all my vacations I have never spent so few days somewhere but received more bang for the buck. From seeing all the animals on safari rides in their natural habitat (our amazing driver, Frances, found us four rhinos and five cheetahs—an amazing feat!), to the food, the massage therapist at our resort, watching and listening to the wildlife right from our balcony daily, and the complete relaxation the entire experience provided.” You will be thoroughly pleased with the value and quality of your experience with this tour company. Enjoy!
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Email Yaprak Aktas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Memoriable!
Every detail was taken care of: we didn’t have to worry about anything. Anything we needed was just one text message away.
The Safari tour was incredible: it is one of those things that one must experience in their life time. We had a very luxurious and comfortable experience that left us with such fond memories!
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Email Ms. Gee | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional and knowledgeable of tours.
This was an awesome experience. Our tourist guide was on point and very informative and knowledgeable. No question went unanswered. Would definitely recommend!!
