The Bencia Africa dedicated Team
Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Member Of:
- KWS, KTB, ECO -Tourism, TRA & KATO-member
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $55 to $325 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Usman | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, accommodating, wonderful!
With COVID-19 restrictions limiting our travel options, my wife and I took the opportunity to visit Africa for the first time with little time to prepare. After thoroughly enjoying Nairobi and Mombasa, we squeezed in our first safari with Benicia. Alfred and his team were so friendly and patient making us feel relaxed and happy throughout the entire process. This was not busy season and with COVID there were not many tourists around, and we were so fortunate to have a self paced and customized experience. The gem in our trip however was our courteous and friendly driver and guide George, who in addition to being extremely knowledgeable and experienced, kept us safe and secure while ensuring we had plenty of time to catch all the sights. We saw the big five including white and black rhinos, and a family of elephants descending out and about our van! Priceless experience I wholeheartedly recommend to everyone! We look forward to coming to Benicia again! Ask for George, and you will also meet the polite, young, armed park ranger Benedict who will keep you safe from hippos as you tour the Mara River where wildebeest make their famous crossings between Kenya and Tanzania past hungry crocodiles. So many wonders!
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that your first safari experience with Bencia was so memorable and enjoyable. It’s wonderful to know that Alfred and the team made you feel relaxed and happy throughout the process.
We’re especially pleased that George provided such a friendly and knowledgeable experience, helping you safely enjoy all the sights and see the Big Five, including the rhinos and elephants. Your appreciation for the additional safety measures with Benedict and the Mara River tour adds to the value of your adventure.
Your wholehearted recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re excited to welcome you back for more incredible experiences in the future. Thank you for choosing Bencia, and we look forward to seeing you again!
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Email Noor | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very helpful, reliable and excellent value for money
We did a 3 day safari - Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru - with Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris and I can truly say we had a wonderful time.
Alfred, the owner, was extremely helpful right from the beginning and always returned my calls and answered my emails (and I did send him a lot of emails!).
The safari itself was excellent. Our driver, George, was extremely knowledgeable and funny and he went the extra mile to make it a memorable safari. He was very reliable and nothing was too much trouble for him. I have nothing, but praise for him.
The accommodation and the meals were excellent too.
If I do another safari, I will definitely book Bencia and ask for George. I highly recommend them. Thank you to George, Alfred and Prudence from behalf of me and my family for making this a truly unique experience. You deserve to do very well because you truly know what customer service is.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Aug 13, 2021Thank you Tamas for sharing your positive review with the safari booking community. The panning was long and we appreciate for your patience even after the border restrictions changed because of the covid 19 pandemic and you kept believing in us until this safari became successful. Please consider us for your next travel.
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Email Lapcheong | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Had a great safari with Bencia
I was in Arusha having completed a wonderful 6 day Tanzania safari where I saw a lot and was planning to head to Amsterdam the next day when I changed my mind and WhatsApp about 6 safari companies in Kenya . Luckily for me, Alfred of Bencia safari replied immediately with an offer that fitted my tight budget. He was very patient with me as I needed to get my covid pcr test result first before committing myself. I took the comfortable River shuttle in downtown Arusha to Namanga. I was met at the Kenya side at Namanga by Cyprian and Johanas my driver/guide. They brought me to a bank where I could withdraw the maximum of 40000 per transaction per card to pay for my safari. The other guest bailed out and I ended up with a private tour for Amboseli. Johanas was great and I lucked out when Mt Kilimanjaro was not cloud shrouded for about 4 hours the next day during our game drive which started promptly at 6.30 am. I was glad I changed my mind as Amboseli was definitely worth it and I saw more than the famous Amboseli elephants, the largest in the world. After Amboseli, I continued with a 5 night safari which included Lake Naviasha, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara. I was joined by 3 other individual travelers for the 3 day 2 night Maasai Mara tour, Bencia tours was quick to respond to my questions and made some changes last minute which was appreciated. Highly recommended. You have a choice of a modified van or land cruiser depending on your budget.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Aug 13, 2021Thank you Jenny for sharing your experience about your safari with us. We are very grateful for trusting and booking us. Please consider us for your next travel. Do not forget to recommend your friends and workmates to travel with us. Always check our offers to take advantage of our discounted rates.
Email Stephanie | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic 3 Days Masai Mara
I booked a 3 day safari with Bencia Africa adventure with my friends. The driver picked as on time and was friendly. The journey to mara was smooth . We got a golden opportunity to see the big five. The camps were simply the best. To top it all it was my birthday and I was surprised with a birthday cake after dinner that was well prepared by chef George.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that your 3-day safari with Bencia Africa Adventure was such a memorable experience. It’s great to know that you had a smooth journey to Masai Mara and enjoyed seeing the Big Five.
We’re especially pleased that chef George made your birthday extra special with a surprise cake. We’re glad you enjoyed the camps and the overall experience. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to the chance to help you create more wonderful memories in the future!
Email Fabian | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Bencia was amazing
Firstly the cost was friendly,been a local tourist i must say i enjoyed the trip,the tour guide was polite and social too.i did learn alot,the service was great especially the meals,i could write alot but in summary i must say bencia really tried their best to make my safari wonderful.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience with Bencia and found the cost to be friendly. It’s great to know that our tour guide was polite and social, and that you learned a lot during your safari.
We’re especially pleased that you enjoyed the meals and felt that we did our best to make your safari wonderful. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you on another adventure in the future!
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Email Tamas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good budget adventure
We had a 3 day trip with Bencia over the easter weekend to Nakuru-Naivasha and Hells gate. We were pleased overall with everything, all the things promised were delivered upon, we had a great game drive in Nakuru, as well as a really nice bike trip in Hells gate. One thing which was disappointing was the boat trip on Naivasha - but this was optional and was not organized by Bencia.
We went with an open top minivan, which wasnt exactly the newest, but was comfortable enough and got us where we needed to go. The accommodation was rudimentary and low on comfort, and there are better and more comfortable places to stay - but for the price we paid I think we got what we expected. To note: accommodations were clean, there was hot water so no issues to report there. The second night stands out at Naivasha as the camping spot had a wonderful view and was amazing.
Our guide/driver and cook were both great and very helpful and friendly. Food was great, we had a nice tour of Kenyan cuisine!
All in all, I would recommend Bencia.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Apr 6, 2021Thank you Tamas for sharing your experience about your safari with us. We have other higher category options which are more satisfying: semi Luxury and luxury packages. The semi luxury and luxury packages, you can upgrade the transportation means between destination to land-cruiser of flight package ( flights applies only in Masai mara and amboseli national parks. The upgraded tents and lodges have access to the internet through Wifi and swimming pools.
For more safari experiences in Kenya, Tanzania and uganda, kindly check our offers.
Much better than expected and more animals than expected.
We had a great tour guide. He kept us safe and was on time we were extremely happy with our services can’t wait to do it again when we get back to Kenya.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your great review! We’re thrilled to hear that your safari experience exceeded your expectations and that you saw more animals than you anticipated. It’s wonderful to know that our tour guide provided excellent service, kept you safe, and was punctual.
We’re excited about the prospect of welcoming you back to Kenya for more adventures in the future. Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to help you create more unforgettable memories!
Amboseli park and Kibo camp
This was my first time visiting Amboseli, and my first time staying at a luxury camp (Kibo) with Bencia. I absolutely loved Kibo!! Amazing food and very comfortable in every sense. Our game drives were great, with George as driver/guide who is amazing!! We also got lucky with the weather and were able to see Mt. Kilimanjaro every day! The night sky/stars were also the best I’ve ever seen in Kenya. We visited a Maasai tribe nearby as well. Highly recommend the entire experience. This was also an appropriate amount of time to spend at this park - I wouldn’t recommend more days unless you wanted more time to relax at the beautiful Kibo camp, use their pool, etc.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your first visit to Amboseli and your stay at Kibo Camp exceeded your expectations. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed the amazing food, comfort, and views, including the breathtaking Mt. Kilimanjaro and the night sky.
We’re glad that George provided excellent service during your game drives and that you enjoyed the Maasai tribe visit. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we appreciate your feedback about the stay duration. We look forward to welcoming you back for another incredible experience!
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Email Marina Asc | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience with super nice guide
Booked the tour 3 days before our flight from Europe.
Alfred from the office was super relevant and fast.
We arrived in Nairobi and the guide took us to Amboseli Park for a 3 day tour. Excellent guide, funny, discreet and smart!
I will recommend this agency to anybody going in Kenya or Tanzania
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with our guide in Amboseli Park and that Alfred provided prompt and relevant assistance.
It’s great to know that the guide’s humor, discretion, and expertise contributed to your enjoyable tour. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re grateful for your support. We look forward to helping more travelers discover the wonders of Kenya and Tanzania!
Email Fabian | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Job
I visited maasai Mara with bencia and I really enjoyed it,the services were actually the best and Bencia kept their word by making sure they delivered,food was in plenty, everything was greatly done and without Bencia my trip would have been boring but they did make it enjoyable.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your positive feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Maasai Mara experience with Bencia and that our services met your expectations.
It’s wonderful to know that the food and overall arrangements contributed to making your trip enjoyable and memorable. We’re glad we could play a part in making your adventure special. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you on another exciting journey in the future!