The team
Karibu Safaris In Kenya
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 1986)
- Member Of:
- KATO, Tourism Regulatory Authority & Eco Toursm Kenya
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Mid-range & luxury)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $80 to $280 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Fernando | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unsurpassable tour guide
Our experience with Karibu Safaris has been excellent, great organization and value for money.
But the most special part was without a doubt our great guide Runi. He demonstrated an outstanding commitment to everyone's enjoyment and well being on the tour. Always speaking the truth and showing us his vast knowledge of the ecosystem and parks in Kenya. I can only hope we can meet again in the future.
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Email Said | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing and unforgettable Safari trip
Our trip was very nice. Castro was our guide and he was perfect driver,tried to do everything the best.We saw all animals which was in our *dream five* in African safari: Lions, Giraffes, Elephants, Buffaloes and cheetahs
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Email Elvira | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Really good, reliable tour operator
Karibu safaris communicated really fast on both email and their website chatbot. I booked the 3 days Masai Mara safari with the Jambo Mara lodge and for sure got value for money. The lodge was a bit outdated but not too bad as you mainly go for the safari and the animals. Our driver was Anthony, he was always on time and got us to see a lot of animals. He knew what to do and where to go. He took good care of our group. If i have to give 1 negative comment it would be the Masai village you visit, as you get there and are welcomed but suddenly are asked to pay KSH 1500 per person to the Masai for the tour in their village, this is not informed upfront. Overall a great experience of a lifetime and will for sure come back!
Email Mimi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mark was amazing and the tour was magical. Loved the whole experience and want to do it again!
Will recommend this tour to everyone i met or talk to! The communication, service, reliability and value for money was top tier.
Highly recommended Karibu Safari!
Email Alex | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great communication
Just came back from 8 Day Safari organised by "Karibu Safaris in Kenya". Robert from Karibu Safaris Office, has been great to deal with, as all E-Mails were promptly answered. Also Safari was organised very well with all my special requests catered for. Example- Robert was able to provide 4WD specially modified for photography. Driver/Guide Simat & assistant Richard have been wonderful companions, with a wealth of knowledge. Thank U Robert for organising this wonderful Safari.
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Email Sarah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator acted quickly and found the best places before others did
On the tour we were picked up directly from the hotel and then went to Masai Mara in the group. The guide changed the plan so that we could visit Masai Mara Village that day and do the safari early on the 3rd day because the animals are more active due to the colder temperatures. The guide was very knowledgeable and his suggestions were always in favor of the group. The accommodation and typical Kenyan food were also very good. The safari was of course the highlight and we saw all the animals you can imagine. Everything was very well organized, the guide always knew what he was doing and responded to our wishes. I would definitely recommend the adventure
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Email Irina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome safari experience
I went on a group multi-day safari trip with Karibu Safaris. They picked us up from our hotel in Nairobi, took us to Maasai Mara and Nakuru parks and then back to Nairobi. The trip was really well organized, with an evening game drive and a whole day game drive in Maasai Mara, a visit to a maasai village, a morning game drive in Nakuru park and also a boat safari on Naivasha lake. Our guide&driver was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. We managed to see loads of animals and had a lot of fun in this adventure with Karibu Safaris.
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Email Jade | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable guide found the big 5!
I had a great 2-night, 3-day Maasai Mara safari experience through SafariBookings.com. Thanks to our exceptional guide Raymond, a true professional with 15 years of game drive experience, we had the privilege of spotting the Big Five. Raymond's knowledge enriched our journey as we witnessed the mesmerizing wildebeest and zebra migration, observed a cheetah on the hunt, and marveled at the elusive rhino and leopard.
The Maasai Mara itself is a stunning park, and even though there were numerous other safari companies present, competing to get to the sighting first. Raymond's expertise ensured we reached the sights before others, adding an extra layer of excitement for us.
The camping site provided much-needed comfort after a day of exploration, offering amenities like hot water, comfortable beds, and charging facilities.
While the food was substandard, it was understandable considering the reasonable price of the trip. My partner is a fussy eater and struggled more than me. Day 1 we had lunch in buffet style on the road, with dinner in the camp, day 2 was breakfast and dinner in the camp with a packed picnic lunch while out on Safari. Day 3 was breakfast in the camp and lunch on the road. We opted out of lunch on day 3 with our whole group wanting to get back to Nairobi ASAP!
Our schedule included a thrilling drive from 4:30 PM to 7 PM on the first day, followed by a full day (7 AM to 6 PM) on the second. Unfortunately, the third day's visit to the Maasai village didn't match the excitement of the rest of the trip. While enjoyable, the very touristy village visit came with high-pressure sales tactics for overpriced items, slightly dampening the experience.
Raymond later dropped us directly at our hotel.
For fellow travelers, bringing cash is recommended, especially for buying beverages at the bar and offering tips to campsite staff and guides. If the group intends to visit the Maasai village, be prepared for additional charges.
Raymond went above and beyond, assisting us with ATM trips and money exchange when we fell short.
Overall, the SafariBookings.com Maasai Mara adventure with Raymond was fantastic, despite a few minor downsides.
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Email Paloma | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience
The best guides!! Incredible experience!!! Si recomended!!
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Email Daniela | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Safari 8 giorni
It was a beautiful tour. 8 days of safari, 6 parks visited. excellent tented camps and lodges. our guide castro was brilliant. excellent quality/price ratio. advised.
