SafariBook Evolution
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Member Of:
- Kenya Professional Safari Guide Assoication
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Angie Emera | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very amaizing
Sam was our driver for our 3-day/2-night Maasai Mara tour and he really made the trip for us. He knew where to find the animals (though I think he got help from the radio call :D). Sam is super friendly, helpful, and is always had a smile. We were fortunate to see so many animals, the big 5 too. We stayed at the Mara Sidai Camp, which served us good food and had very comfortable, clean tents and beds with private bathroom. Our Maasai Mara tour was an unforgettable experience and I have Safaribook Evolution to thank for that. I will definitely recommend Safaribook Evolution and Mara Sidai Camp to all my friends.
Email Steve Sibora | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
My dream wedding and Excellent Honeymoon package at Neptune Paradise
My wedding was on the 25th of January 2014, due to the hustle of work and pressure of organizing a wedding, I decided to pay someone to handle all the preparations for me.
I must say I got total value for money, the wedding grounds was in Nairobi at Cool Breeze Gardens, which was very successful words cannot explain it. Our first night was at Windsor Hotel, followed by a flight to Ukunda airstrip in Mombasa where we picked and dropped off at Neptune Paradise Beach Hotel. I have never seen such clean, white sandy beach like this. Our booking was all inclusive all you can eat and drink buffet, no need to say the rest :)
Email Natasha & Abdel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Onesmus is the man!!!
My husband and I are in our early thirties and pretty much got hooked on Africa in 2014. We visited Zambia, South Africa and Botswana. We always tried to support local ventures and booking with Safaribook Evolution to Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Masai Mara was a great choice. Steve the owner is a Kenyan and I communicated with him via email. He was always very polite, very efficient and prompt in his responses. His tours are operated by his own people (driver/guide/chef). He is not an agent like so many. His pricing is extremely competitive and he offered us excellent value for money. We did a 4 day trip with him toward the end of March. Because this was technically low season we got a great price. All meals are included and he thoughtfully provided water for the entire trip.
The best thing about the entire trip though was our tracker/guide and friend, Onesmus. Onesmus is a Masai and grew up in Masai Mara and boy did he find those animals. There were times were were in stretches when we were the only vehicle and we were surrounded by hundreds and hundreds of animals. We left Nairobi around 8am. It just so happened that we were the only two people on the trip. We joked that we were VIPs. We left Nairobi, no traffic which is always a blessing as you can just never tell. Great weather and scenic drive to Lake Nakuru. As we were passing Lake Naivasha, I had asked Steve via email if we could stop over and do a boat tour, he said no problem. He arranged everything for us. We did the tour. If you are fond of birds and hippos, please do this. Lake Naivasha is home to many species and the setting is magnificent. After Naivasha and lunch we headed, up to Lake Nakuru. Upon entering we saw the elusive black rhino. Zebra, wildebest, all types of antelope, buffalo and flamingos in the hundreds. We saw a family of lions sleeping, baboons playing and several animals on the water's edge.
The safari vehicles in Kenya are small mini buses in which the entire roof pops open, in my opinion these are much better than the open land rovers used in South Africa etc. Although we were technically in the time of the long rains, the weather held out enough so the roads were dry and we could cover any terrain.
We overnighted in a local basic hotel. Dinner was provided and it was delicious. Although it was basic, we were comfortable and safe, what more could you want? We headed to Masai Mara the next day and that was an adventure. The road as Onesmus said is a glimpse into the real Kenya. We settled in at our camp which we loved. It was tented in serene surroundings, cool in the evening with the sound of thousands of animals. We did a game drive that evening and again saw soo many animals. Onesmus asked us if we would mind waking up early to do a full day game drive. He really went above and beyond to find us animals. Since he grew up there he knew all the locals, was in contact with the rangers. My friends, we saw lions mating, cheetahs kill a wildesbeest, a lion and two cubs kill an ostrich, lions hunting, crocodile eating a dead hippo and we went through the entire park seeing thousands and thousands of animals and again this was in low season. Imagine if we came during the migration?? Now I think it is worth to say that a real live safari is nothing like Disney, you cannot arrange for animals to be somewhere performing activity for your pleasure. You just have to be lucky and have a skilled tracker. We were blessed enough to have both! Everyone should go in with no expectations and just savour the entire experience.
Having been to Chobe, Kruger and several game reserves, I can safely say there is no place like Masai Mara and majestic does not even come close to describe the sight of thousands of animals on the plains... It is ideal for viewing as the land is so gently undulating.
Dinner on the evenings were provided by our personal chef Simba. The food was plentiful, delicious and filling. Packed lunches were provided and I simply cannot find a fault or have a regret. We had our packed lunch under a tree in the open savanah.. AMAZING!
I would wholeheartedly recommend Steve (Safaribook evolution) and encourage everyone to support local small businessmen. They provide the best service and always aim to please. Hopefully you will be lucky like us to get Onesmus. We are already planning our next safari to Tanzania with Steve and the gang!
Thanks guys... Asante!
Definitely recommended - good for the price
I had a 4 day safari of Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru and enjoyed it very much. Our guide was a pro and enabled us to see the big five. The accommodation 'tented camps' were much better than I expected. I had a great time and would definitely recommend it for the price!
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Email Fancy Spaulding | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Quality Safari providers.
Travelling with a newborn baby was always a name nightmare for,not until I booked for an African safari with Safaribook evolution.
The first thing I give them credit for is the punctuality and that was a big deal for me having a newborn,a cranky teenage and a tired husband.
The driver Cyrus was his name. He was greeted us with a wide smile and helped load our luggage in the trunk.
The safari Mini van was clean and spacious that's a big deal for me as well. (Call me a clean freak)
Being a private Safari just for my family and i,the 7days safari kept getting bettet. These guys know exactly what a safari should feel like. From the scenic views to wild life,they are on point. I was amazed about how well connected they were to have known all the dynamics of safari in Zanzibar given that they were from kenya. At the end of it I forgot I had a newborn,she was ok the whole time. If you have a baby and wondering how you're ever gonna get that vacation,wonder no more. I can confidently recommend Safari book evolution to fix you just right. I am definitely coming back to Africa. Maybe this time I will explore kenya a bit and not Tanzania. Good job guys keep us coming :)
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Email Shirley | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
professional team, well organised and value for money
I joined a 6-day safari tour to Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli with my 3 other friends and I must say the tour was very well organized by Safaribook Evolution. Steve was prompt in replying emails most of the time and gave us good advice about our trip. Sam, our driver/tour guide, is absolutely fantastic, he knows very well the way in the national parks and he was very proactive in giving us the best spot for viewing of wildlife. We managed to see all the big 5 in one single day and snap some real good photos. One of us got his luggage delayed due to the airline’s mistake and Steve did his best to communicate with various parties and sent the luggage to somewhere near Lake Naivasha on day 4 for us to pick up on the way to Amboseli. It was a huge relief for my friend and we felt truly thankful of that. All in all, I think the tour was value for money and well delivered up to our expectation. I would recommend it to anyone who is keen to visit safari in Kenya.
Email Aleksandra | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience and service
SafariBookEvolution is a professional company that organises safari from scratch, not an agent.
They have a lot of experience in what they do and they are locals. They have their own people too who are equally experienced and dedicated.
The communication between us was by email and, I must say, answers were received promptly.
The prices they offer are very competitive. Everything we were promised, has been delivered, or even more.
They give you advise and help when needed.
In terms of actual conditions: we went to Maasai Mara and Naivasha Lake. Everything was punctual and well organised. Lodge was exactly as described. Food (plenty and tasty) was provided throughout all tour as well as water. Our safari vehicle was a mini bus (much more popular in Kenya than jeep) - comfortable and giving great view.
Our driver - Ambrus did everything he could in his power to show us as much as possible.
We saw vultures eating a wildbeest or lion cubs consuming zebra. We saw big 5 and tens of thousands of other animals. It required a lot of patience, focus and dedication from his side to show us as much as he did.
I think it is crucial to keep in mind that supporting local communities is so important. I can highly recommend this company. There is also no downside I could possibly think about.
Steve (owner) went an extra mile with us and I am sure he does it with each of his customers. He is polite, friendly and straightforward.
Steve thank you very much for everything and best of luck for the future!