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 Miguel de Lira | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experts in their field
Our experience was good, in spite of some difficulties in communication due to last minute unforseen facts, lapses of concentration and maybe a lack of clear objectives on our side.
The best of our trip were the safaris with our guide Raymond, an expert in finding animals no matter the hidden they could be. With him we got the sense of adventure, driving through the savannah and learning about wildlife.
You could say he is frugal, but he has a great sense of humour, he is supportive and sensible. We really recommend him.
SI
Email Ana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Efficient budget solution
We took a 7 day Kenya Safari, which was overall a good value. Camping in Amboseli and numerous animals were a highlight of our trip to Kenya. We added a hike to Mt Longonot to our safari, which was a good decision. Nontheless we have a couple of critics. Castro, our guide, was ok, his driving a little too much for us, specially on the main roads. His knowledge of animals would need a little upgrade. For a visit of the final park we were transfered to another group, which brought us another guide, Jackson. We have only compliments for him, really great and experienced guide. Critics for Karibu Safaris is that they promised on webpage water for the whole week, when on the 5th day Castro said there is no more water. Also the change in the program wasn't communicated with us, so we did the big hike to Mt Longonot directly when arriving to Kenya, without any sleep, unlike on the agreed 3rd day. Nontheless safari in Kenya was one of the most fulfilling experiences ever and a must if you are there!
NL
Email Michelle | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great safari trip with a good price
We asked Karibu to arrange a safari trip from Nairobi to Diani beach in four days and they really did a great job. Our guide David was such a nice man. And the lodges we stayed in were amazing. The first one we slept in tents in AA Amboseli Lodge. The second (Ngulia Lodge) had an outstanding view and elephants came enjoying the waterpool just in front of the hotel. We also saw a leopard while having a glass of wine. And there were Baboons al over the place. The third (Voi lodge) also was amazing with a great view and a watch basement from which you can spot elephants drinking on just 1 metre distance. We were really amazed by these lodges because we thought we would have more basic logees. We went to Amboseli park and Tsavo East and West. They are nice parks and we saw the big five. But you won't trip over the animals. I have done more safari trips in which I saw a lot more. But its nature you can't direct animals. I have been told that if you want to see more animals you should go to Masai Mara, but for us this park was too far north, because we wanted to end in Diani. I would highly recommend Karibu safari. A specially because you get great value for your money. Way cheaper than many other safari organizations. We were with three women and five children (ages 11 till 15) and we all sat in one jeep (landcruiser). Really great for we just really had a private safari trip this way. David is a great guide and really tries to make the best of it in searching and searching for the animals you would like to see.
DE
Email Hannane Aghayan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
good value for money
We did a three-day Safari in Masai Mara with this company. My comments fall into two groups, one is our guide, Castro himself and one group is the general organization and points that come back to the Safari company as a whole:
To Castro: he was a really nice guy, very on time and he always made sure that he has communicated every step and time plan with us. In the park itself he was also good in spotting Leopard and crocodiles and we were really excited to know about it. however what I would have wished myself, specially after my nice experience with our guide in Amboseli, was that he would have told us the names of birds and animals spontaneously and on his own, cause at some points it seemed that we were spotting them more than he would do. or maybe he could have communicated more with other dirvers to see if we get to spot more big mammals. It's also a matter of experience and would probably get better with time.
To the Safari company:
the price is a bit high, but the car was ok, there could have been more water provided. the food was also OKish and the eco camp which we spent the night there was good.
Email Challa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good service
The safari was great. Our driver was able to help us spot 4 of the big 5. The ride was smooth and comfortable in general. Would definitely choose the operator for our next safari as well. My only minor comment is that the additional cost for the Masai village visit that is in the programme but we had to pay to the villagers 10 dollars, and coerced to buy some souvenirs, donate to a primary school (the last one is not a complaint). This should have been clearly indicated beforehand. Otherwise very nice trip.
Email Brook | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Half day well spent
We had a good game drive considering it is not easy to spot wildlife in Nairobi National Park. We owe that to our guide, Arony, who navigated the landscape really well. Recommendable half-day tour!
NG
Email Victor | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very lively and nice guy. He understood the terrain very much and took me round to my satisfaction
My experience is beyond my imagination.
It worth the money spent on it.
It was home in the forest and i really had a nic time.
The operator/ instructor or guard communicate fluently in a friendly manner and able to educate us on various animals we came in contact with.
We had a good tent as accommodation well equipped and the meals were delicious.
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Email Paul | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Be Prepared
The best statement I can make is that you really need to be prepared for your adventure. The biggest challenge I found was that I was not expecting the amount of travel time that was going to be required based on the itinerary. Because the infrastructure in Kenya is really not good outside of Nairobi, traveling from one park to the next often took 7 or 8 hours and in one case took 12 hours. Had I been advised of this ahead of time, I might have chosen to book smaller adventures, with a re-charge break in Nairobi, rather than stringing one park to the next next. I booked the budget safari, so I was not expecting a whole lot, and that was pretty much on point. I was OK with that, because that's what I booked. My guide James was fantastic, and really knows how to track animals. Because of him I saw the Big 5. A good guy and deserved every ounce of appreciation. Although I booked a shared tour, I was the only one in the group, so it made for long boring rides. I have no problem recommending this company for Safari, but just be prepared for long days, and early mornings, and consider shorter safari trips to different parks, rather than tying them together.
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Email Sherif Albasha | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
James was awesome!!
Everything was excellent, especially James...if anyone wants to do a safari James is the person!!
KW
Email Munta | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Was great tour
Thank you karibu safari, all of you was helpful, the driver Jems had a lot information about safari and roads, the lady in the office she also helpful and too friendly.
I hope next time give costmers many options and choices for the hotels and camping and kinds of safari car, we hope to get a modern car for safari
Thank you so much