CKC Guide on Safari
CKC Tours & Travel
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2001)
- Member Of:
- ASTA & KATO
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $280 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Sheena | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mesmerising experience in Kenya
We took a 4 nights 5 days Kenya Private Tour Holiday with CKC TOUR in January 1, 2016.
CKC Tour was very responsive and quick since the beginning when we were trying to book the tour online. When we arrived to Kenya, John came to greet us at the Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta Airport and introduced us to our tour guide/driver and the vehicle that will be with us in the next 5 days. They drove us to the Serena Hotel and John assisted us to check-in and everything went smoothly.
The next day John came back to send us off of Nairobi. He explained about the tour and revised our prearranged schedule again before we left Nairobi to Lake Nakuru with our tour guide, Simon.
We had an amazing time driving through the Eastern Rift Valley, and stayed overnight at the amazing lodge in Lake Nakuru Sopa. The drive to Masai Mara is a bit of a bummer as the road is all pebble and rough. However, our tour guide/driver did a fantastic job in making it fun all the way to the game reserve. The experience in Masai Mara, the safari and the hot-air balloon is worthwhile the effort to wake up very early and be WiFiless.
We had a mesmerising experience with the tour because of, first of all, Simon, who knows what he is doing. He is full of knowledge in any area about his country; history, geography, wildlife habitat, politic and so on. He is very responsible and virtuous. He is also a great driver. Secondly, because of John, who took a very well care of us from on-line correspondence, managing problems, to the arrival and the departure, it was a smooth tour ever. John is very friendly and accountable and I have no hesitate in recommending this tour operator, John and Simon as one of the best team in Kenya.
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Email Dave | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
"a wonderful East Africa safari experience"
We had a fantastic 10-day safari to Kenya and Tanzania in July 2016 through CKC Tours and Travel. Our trip planning began with weeks of searching the Internet for the best places to go in East Africa and the right company to work with. After a month or so we were able to narrow the search down to three companies. We made a request to three companies for a quote. We were most impressed with CKC’s prompt and very informative response, as well as their very competitive price. As this was our first trip to Africa, we had several questions regarding such things as how long (miles and time) would the vehicle drives be between parks we wanted to visit. We’d heard from friends that many roads between parks were unpaved and 4-6 hour driving time between them was not uncommon. After a few back and forth e-mails, John M. (CKC’s managing director) was able to modify the initial proposal to better accommodate our desired maximum daily travel time by dropping out one of the more outlier parks (Samburu) and adding a flight between two of our “must see” parks (Masai Mara and Serengeti). John’s knowledge of the region, ability to customize the proposal to best fit our interests and clarity in communication were key factors in deciding on CKC. Going with a local tour company was also important to us. Our private safari had guides very knowledgeable about the parks, their wildlife and local peoples and customs. Vincent was our driver/guide in Kenya (Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara and Amboseli) and Abdul and George in Tanzania (Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara). All three had over 15 years of experience, had good communication skills and seemed to be well respected by other guides - the latter being important in receiving up-to-date sightings on special wildlife happenings. We had many, many highlights on the trip, but seeing hundreds of wildebeest crossing of the croc infested Mara River was perhaps most memorable. In summary, we would recommend booking with CKC to our family and friends.
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Email Daniel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent personalized safari
This was our first safari and it felt slightly strange to plan everything with an operator that did not have a website or online reviews. Everything worked out perfectly. We were picked up at the airport, everything along the way worked like a well-oiled machine. We had customized a route that was slightly unusual with Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Amboseli. The different crews were all very nice. Food was always good and accommodation really quite ok.
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Email Lisa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Honeymoon
We did a safari through the national parks in Tanzania and ended the trip with some beach time in Zanzibar. It was the perfect experience. Our guide was knowledgeable, dependable, and so much fun. Thanks for everything!
Email Karyn | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic trip and very well organised with great guides
It was our first trip to Africa and after doing some research we chose CKC Tours. All our queries were responded to promptly and any changes we made were done without any trouble. We spent 10 days in Tanzania and Kenya.
John met us at our hotel in Nairobi and reviewed our safari, then introduced us to Vincent, our guide. The whole trip went without a hitch and Vincent and our guide in Tanzania were very capable and extremely informative about the wildlife. We were also transferred across the border by other people who were also very efficient getting us through customs and to and from the necessary airports.
All the hotels and lodges were of a very high standard.
We have no complaints and would highly recommend this company.
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Email Trish & Bill | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nairobi, Amboseli, and Masai Mara
We needed help setting up a week in Kenya and John with CKC tours delivered. We wanted to attend a family wedding in Nairobi and then see the beautiful parks in Kenya without breaking the bank and we couldn't have been happier with the service and accommodations that John set up for us. We arranged our own air travel to Nairobi and John was there with Julius to pick us up. We stayed at the Nairobi Serena Hotel while in Nairobi and really enjoyed the hotel and found the staff and the restaurants quite good. Julius, our guide and driver while in Nairobi was excellent and had a wonderful knowledge of the city. Because our time was limited, John arranged for us to fly on Air Kenya to both of our lodge experiences. Our first flight was to Amboseli where we stayed at the Serena Lodge. The accommodations were lovely, the park was truly amazing and the the food was very good. We were well cared for the entire time. After 2 nights there we flew back to Nairobi and then on to the Masai Mara. We really loved the Masai Mara! The views were spectacular and the wildlife was amazing. The lodge was top notch! (But be careful around the baboons!) John was so easy to work with! With his help we were able to have such a wonderful and memorable trip. I can't recommend his services enough!
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Email Roberto | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nairobi. Nakuru. Masai Mara. Tanzania
We had a great time while we visited Kenya and Tanzania, John and team made a great job. They know every place and detail in safari, best guides to find animals explain exactly all information about escences of Africa.
We would repet it no doubts and for sure we repeat them (all team), especially John performance was amaizing.
The whole trip has been incredible.
Besides the places, the operation was impeccable.
It met expectations. The times, coordinations, and attentions were A1.
At all times we felt informed and well taken care of. Very friendly and concerned that the experience was special.
I recommend them for upcoming safaris. I hope to return next year.
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Email barbara | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Always great!
I have used the services of CKC Tours many times - individually and as part of a couple. They are always reliable, friendly and helpful. The driver/guides are wonderfully knowledgeable. CKC will customize your tour and accommodate your suggestions as well as make great suggestions for you to consider. We have become friends!
Email Wicklife | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A trip to Mt Kenya Safari club and Ol-pa -Jeta Conservancy
The organization was extremely smooth,hassle free and providing value for money.The guide, was neat, time conscious and just amazing.We got a day at Ol-pa-jeta, and he understand the game drive....The wildest was the chase at dawn to spot a lion, and wow we got him! Well done, CKC, a repeat purchase soon!