Reliable safari packages for international market
Africa Flash Mc Tours & Travel
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2008)
- Member Of:
- KATO, Ecotourism Kenya & Travelife
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Erika | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional and the most reliable and reasonably-priced Safari Operator in Kenya
I have always wanted to do a Safari but I find the prices quite expensive. I have scanned different websites and thoroughly reviewed packages, reviews and prices until I came across Africa Flash Mc Tours. The offer was the cheapest I could find so I emailed the company (along with other companies just to compare and have other options). I got a response right away and I was impressed by how my inquiry was handled. I was even given more information that I haven't asked for but clearly needed to know. Everything was arranged right then and there and Peter was so kind to schedule me even though I haven't paid a single penny as a down payment. Come the 1st day of Safari, I was picked up by his driver and everything was smoothly arranged from food to accommodation, and of course the Game Drive, which was the main activity. I literally just had to go with the flow as everything was taken cared of. In the lodge where other guests are staying, there were some complaining on how their safari operators were not clear about what was included and what was not in the package. I couldn't help but be thankful that Peter actually takes the time to make sure that his clients are well-informed of the activities and not just shut them off as soon as the payment has been made. I think this is what most safari operators lack- the value of customer service! I will definitely recommend this company to friends especially because Kenya or Africa in general has a lot of safari operators in the industry and it's difficult to find one that you can actually trust.
Email Abhijit | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Maasai Mara Safari thanks to Africa Flash Mc Tours (Peter and his team)
We (myself, my wife and my parents) went on Mara safari which was very well arranged by Africa Flash Mac tours - Peter was always ready to give different options and accommodate all our requests and adjust the plan as per our requirements. Good part is that he is so much flexible in the whole planning process and the actual experience was much ahead of expectations - be it the Land Cruiser, Driver-cum-guide, the hotel property including food and the amazing beauty of Mara experienced with the games drives on our Safari. It was a like-never-before experience for all of us and we would definitely plan all our next Safaris in East Africa with Peter and Africa Flash Mc Tours. Thank you Peter and the entire team!
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Email Bruno Mock | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Flexible and individual planing
With our family (2 adults, 2 kids, 11Y) we had an individual adapted planing of our safari, longer stay at the lodge and a flight. The diver was perfectly looking after us and it was a plaisant understanding with leonard. We would recommend this travel to everyone.
Email Jonas Bartle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trustworthy and Reliable Operator will Go above and beyond for you to enjoy yourself
Peter answered possibly over 50 emails to customize our trip to our liking with all his experience.
We had a memorable and excellent trip. Everything went smoothly. His suggestions were great,Leonard was an excellent guide. I would go back to him for a trip to Tanzania or Uganda in the future, my Mother is infact in the process with booking with these guys for next year!
Agree with the other feedback when they stat this listing is made under the Mount Kenya attraction. Someone should move it to the general safari category.
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Email Rajesh D | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Someone you can trust completely
We were planning to go on a hoiday on our 1st wedding anniversary and we chose Masai Mara. While contacting several Operators, the one who has promptly responded and offered us the best rates was Peter from Flash Mc Tours. He's given us more that what he promised. The best accommodation at the least price.
At first, we were worried since Peter didn't show up at the airport, but soon he reached and apologized. He also took us to the Giraffe Centre since we had an evening at Nairobi. He is a great person, completely reliable. If you do not know anything about where you want to go or stay, he would definitely suggest one and take you there all by himself, and undoubtedly it would be the best.
Although we asked for a Camp before going to Kenya, he chose to give us a better option the moment we told him it was our 1st wedding anniversary.He also suggested that we take a private safari and offered a good price for it.
We spotted almost all the animals: Zebras, Giraffes, Wildebeests, Buffaloes, Lionesses, Cheetahs, Leopard, Topi, Ostriches, Elands, Water Bucks etc. We were slightly disappointed for not finding the Lion and Black Rhino. Since the hotel we stayed was far from animals, the time wasn't sufficient for the Safari. We lost a lot of our time in travelling to the hotel.
Learnings:
1. Talk to you Guide before you start, Make sure the Operator, you and the Guide are all on one page before you leave for the Safari.
2. If you are there for animals, choose accommodation inside the park which has them. If you want privacy, you may choose to stay away. Animals are everywhere anyway, it is only their density that varies.
3. A Safari at Masai Mara requires 2 full days to have a great experience
If at all you face any issues throughout your tour "Hakunamatata! Peter is there". We highly recommend him and will choose him every time we want to visit Kenya.
QA
Email Nan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Both Good and Bad Experiences (9-day trip with kids)
I just came back from a 9-day safari trip from Kenya and Tanzania. I want to write down both good and bad experiences. We have 2 adults, one 10.5-year boy and one 2.5-year girl.
Good experiences. (Peter is the one who runs the company)
1. Peter is very nice, from email contact to meeting me in the airport.
2. Peter upgraded my last night room in Nairobi for free, since I had some bad experience (see shortly below).
3. The travel guide is good.
4. The hotels are good.
Bad experiences.
1. On the trip from Masai Mara to Serengeti, Peter told me that it will take 4 hours. In fact, it took 14 hours, which was a terrible mistake. Although Peter said later that there is another route that he tried to ask the driver to use, however, I don't quite trust it since (a) the > 12 hours route is written in the itinerary; and (b) we have met in that day, if he knew another way, he should change it. BTW, the 12 hours driving is without traffic, but with very bumpy and dusty road.
Things got worse that night that the car we ran out of gas, in the middle of the big Serengeti national park. I don't know how professional people can make such mistakes. That was totally a mess, and we were lucky that the Tanzania guide found his friend to fix the problem, which took one hour. The worst case could be that we stayed in the car with kids for the whole night.
2. The car in Tanzania was bad, with a lot of dust, which made my daughter coughing and in fever for 2 days. Peter has no ability to change it, since it is from another company.
3. From Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara in Tanzania, it should take only a little bit more than one hour. However, in fact, it took us 4 hours. The reason is that Peter forgot to buy the pass. In Tanzania, you cannot even pay cash for the national park, the money should be transferred and the car should be registered before hand. This made us very unhappy since my son was sick and we wasted >2 hours for the pass (ticket) that was not prepaid.
Adding to the above bad experience is that, if you take more hours (for nothing) on the road, simply you have less hours to see animals, which you have paid for.
Again, Peter is very nice and he is very sorry for my bad experiences. However, I have to write down my experiences.
Reply from Africa Flash Mc Tours & Travel
Posted on Oct 1, 2015Dear Nan
I would like to thank you for choosing to travel with us and having shared your experience, and also apologize to you and your family for the challenges you faced during the safari with my company as below;
1. On the distance from Maasai Mara to Serengeti - When I gave you the distance on the safari I used google map to determine the shortest distance, and I was hoping to use the road that crosses Maasai Mara directly to the boarder and that would have reduced the time by half, but after further consultation while on safari I opted we use the longer distance but I was not aware it would take 14 hours to the to get you to Serengeti. I apologize because it was my responsibility to know this would happen and I should have informed you accordingly.
On the fuel part, I never knew that happened until I saw and read your review. I have contacted our handler in Tanzania and he informed me that the vehicle still had fuel in it as the Land Cruisers have 2 tanks, and after the first tank ran out, the knob that was supposed to allow the second tank to begin it's consumption failed thus why the vehicle failed and they were able to manually transfer the fuel to the 1st tank and continue with the safari although this took an our of your time. This would have been avoided if I had taken adequate measures and ensured that the vehicle being offered on the Tanzania Part was well maintained and had not failed along the way, thus I take full responsibility for this and apologize for putting you and the family in that position.
2. The car in Tanzania, was a total failure on my part. After closing on the car on the Tanzania Part and being assured that the car was what I had requested, I should have traveled to Tanzania and ensure what you were offered is what had been agreed between me and my handler in Tanzania, and if this was not the case I would have put a mechanism to have another vehicle in the stand still ready to replace it. I can assure you that this information is very important to me and that I will ensure this never happens again.
3. As for Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara, I assure you that it was not a complete failure on my part as I had paid all your fees before hand through my Tanzania handler and you should not have had any delays, and when you called about this I made every effort to ensure this was resolved including sending additional cash to guide Leonard to ensure the trip proceeded without any further stalling and resolve the issue with him when you got back.
In light of the above I have put all the necessary measures to ensure the above never happens again, including buying a Land Cruiser purposely for Tanzania Safaris and opening an office in Tanzania to handle all our transport issues within the shortest time possible.
Thanks for Choosing us
Peter & the Team
Incredible Safari Experience
Peter and his team have provided our group with an excellent and friendly service whilst educating us about all of the animals at the Amboseli National Safari Park. Throughly enjoyed the Safari and would definitely recommend booking with Africa Flash Mc Tours.
Email Ken Surridge | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Outstanding
We (a group of 8) visited Amboseli with Africa Flash Mc Tours. They made all the arrangements including student rates for the park. Communication was clear, and their staff were polite and professional. This was not my first trip organised by the company, and as previously, they took excellent care of myself and my team. I would have no hesitation recommending them. Furthermore, I visit Kenya 2 to 3 times a year with groups and will use them with confidence on future trips.
Email Luan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Safari
Brilliant safari, amazing tour up Mount Kenya and more! Peter and his team are organised, efficient and very friendly! Made us feel extremely welcome and comfortable! I would definitely recommend!
CR
Email Sasha & Gilberto | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An experience to remember
From the first moment we contacted Africa Flash McTours & Travel the attention was great; Peter was very nice and always answered our questions and made the booking process really easy for us; facilitating better camps as per our request. As we arrived in Nairobi everything went smoothly; and Cyrus our driver was on time the next day to take us to Mara. We spent the most exhilarating 10 days of our lives, visited Mara, Naivasha, Nakuru, Amboseli and a great small camp in Tsavo East! Some errors in booking and payments were made; as well as itinerary issues but aside from that; the experience with Africa Flash McTours & Travel was a great one