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 Albert | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour organiser and guide, Fantastic Experience
Staying cooped up at home due to the current pandemic had left me roaring for an adventure. So, when the borders opened up again, I booked for Kenya. Get in touch with my wild side and douse my eyes with the uninhibited wilderness of wonderful Africa.
And thanks to my lucky stars, I found the perfect partner in crime, Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris. Alfred is a godsend as he took care of my itinerary quite well and paired me with Philip. All I had to tell him was my kinks, and that was it. It was quite an exhilarating experience and Philip helped keep my energy at peak.
The wildebeests were herding together and migrating. The Big 5 games were such a rarity. Taking a break in the wilderness and camping under the stars while listening to the sweet music of the beast cries was phenomenal.
I have heard my friends mention the guides being robot-like, but again, thanks to my lucky stars, that I found the perfect match. You can never go wrong if you plan with Alfred. I highly recommend them. Cheers!
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your incredible review! We’re thrilled to hear that your adventure in Kenya was everything you hoped for and more. It’s wonderful to know that Alfred and Philip helped make your experience so memorable, from the carefully planned itinerary to the exhilarating wildlife encounters.
We're glad you enjoyed witnessing the wildebeest migration and the rare sight of the Big Five, as well as camping under the stars in the heart of the wilderness. Your kind words about our team and the recommendation mean a lot to us.
Thank you for choosing Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris, and we look forward to helping you plan your next adventure! Cheers!
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Email Stanley Parker | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
"Best safari guide you can get"
Visiting Kenya and finding the right guide for you is like finding a gem in sand. George and Joe were more than a gem. We, I and my missus, Emily, had to leave reluctantly from our 4-day trip. Alfred knew what we wanted and accordingly selected the best guides who could keep us entertained and lively all the way around.
Camping under the stars, learning about a new culture, and the picturesque Lake Nakuru scenery; the whole experience was captivating. But what took our breath away was the unexpected places that George and Joe showed us. It felt like we were looking at pockets of heaven on earth. Tip: One shouldn't miss out on the exotic animals and birds here. They are marvelous.
These trips are routine for the guides, and you won't expect them to have much enthusiasm. However, these two were keeping us on our toes with their infectious energy.
When you plan for a backpacking safari in Kenya, I highly recommend you look for Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris, and Alfred will take care of the rest. Well, we got to meet with the rest of their team on our way back, and I am sure you will be good in any of their care.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that George and Joe made your 4-day safari unforgettable and that Alfred's selection of guides matched your expectations perfectly. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed camping under the stars, exploring new cultures, and discovering the hidden gems of Lake Nakuru.
We’re delighted that their enthusiasm and energy added to your experience and that you found the exotic animals and birds so marvelous. Your high recommendation means a lot to us, and we're glad to have met you and Emily. We look forward to helping you plan more incredible adventures in the future!
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Email Anna | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good budget safari operator, has own chefs and does not sell clients and runs safari even for 2 peop
We booked a 4 day safari and even noone joined it happened as planed. We had a good guide/driver Mourinho and a friendly chef John who cooked us very tasty food. A minibus and places to stay were budget type but good value for money. We saw everthing we wanted even though last day game drive was shorter than expected.
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your review! We’re pleased to hear that your 4-day safari went as planned, even with a smaller group. It’s great to know that Mourinho and John provided excellent service and that you enjoyed the tasty food and overall experience.
We’re glad you found the minibus and accommodations to be good value for money. We appreciate your feedback about the last day’s game drive and will take it into account for future improvements.
Thank you for choosing us for your safari, and we look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future!
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Email Elena Baykova | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
cool safari
a wonderful trip along the masai mare, scher naivasha, amboseli, met at the airport besch zadkrzhki, taken to the hotel, the next morning we were met by the driver George with whom we began our journey, many thanks to George, we saw a lot of animals, everything is clear, punctual, the emotions are great, the hotels booked by the company were wonderful. Thank you very much, I hope to see you again!
Reply from Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
Posted on Jul 30, 2024Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your safari through Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli was a great experience. It's fantastic to know that George made your journey memorable and that you saw many animals along the way.
We’re glad you found everything to be clear and punctual, and that you enjoyed the hotels we booked for you. Your appreciation means a lot to us, and we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back for another amazing adventure in the future!
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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.
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