Managers of Netherken Safaris&Tours
Netherken Safaris & Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2010)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $450 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Kris | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very nice safari with Mahmud!
We really loved our 3 day safari with Mahmud. He was very kind, had a sharp eye for animals and is an excellent driver (even on muddy roads after a rainy night). We highly recommend this your if you would like to see Tsavo’s highlights in a compact tour!
RU
Email Polina Osipova | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great ogranisator
The driver was happy to talk about the animals, he made sure that we did not miss a single animal. Lunch was great.
DE
Email Aurelia K. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Mahmoud found the lions first!
It was a great Safari adventure with Mahmoud in Tsavo East and Amboselli. Mahmoud has been very awake with a very good eye for spotting the animals. He was the one finding the lions first. Which has been a highlight. And he has the superpower to push the clouds away, so that you can see the top of Kilimandscharo even in December.^^ He taught us a lot about the wildlife and area, very very interesting facts. (Don't ask about the Dig Digs - way too sad story!)
We booked Budget Safari - and even though accommodations might not be the highest standard, I would recommend to EXPLICITLY avoid VOI SAFARI LODGE in Tsavo East. This place is a hell, except for the view! Old, dirty, not organized, loud, bugs everywhere (terrorizing you). Even the pool is full of dirt and bugs.
If you have that in mind, go with Netherken Safaris. They are so friendly in communication and you feel well guided right after your first email is sent. Thank you for everything, we won't forget!
Reply from Netherken Safaris & Tours
Posted on Jan 18, 2022Dear Aurelia,
Thank you for your comment about your experience with Voi Safari Lodge. We have discussed this with the management of Voi. They have indicated that they will improve this.
Based on your review, clients can always ask to book another lodge.
Ton Verheijke, co-Owner
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Email Diane McMorris | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
10 out of 10 recommend Netherken
We had a great tour, we were concerned coming with the pandemic but it was great. Mahmud was an awesome guide, he found the big 5 and was great at finding and pointing out animals, stopping whenever we wanted and making sure we saw everything we came to see. He was friendly, professional and truly the nicest guy. The hotels were great and the whole tour was put together very well, it was very easy for us and we had a great time. We absolutely recommend this company for your Safari.
BE
Email Laura Heireman | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent safari trip with perfect driver
We had an excellent trip from Mombassa to Tsavo East and Tsavo West while staying at Lumo Wildlife Sanctuary. We have seen a lot of animals from close by (giraffes, elephants, zebras, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, ...). We spent the last part of our journey at Chale Island. Our guide Mahmud was a nice man who made us feel comfortable and perfect driver (even in difficult circumstances) who was always waiting for us on time, did his best to found the animals we loved (giraffes, lions,..) and gave us clear information and explanations.
BE
Email Laura and Pieter | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tsavo East & West - Chale Island
We had an excellent trip from Mombasa to Tsavo East and Tsavo West while staying at Lumo Wildlife Sanctuary. We have seen a lot of animals from close by (giraffes, elephants, zebras, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, ...). We spent the last part of our journey at Chale Island. Our guide Mahmud was a nice man who made us feel comfortable and a perfect driver (even in difficult circumstances) who was always waiting for us on time, did his best to found the animals we loved (giraffes, lions,..) and gave us clear information and explanations.
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Email Marija Hajster | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect safari experience
Our safari is finished and I have to say, everything was perfect! We did 4 days: taavo west, east and amboselli.
Rashid made our experience the best possible, he is a real professional!
We felt safe for every second with him. He is the perfect driver! While driving to tsavo east, few vehicles in front of us were stuck in the mudd, but Rashid managed to get through it with no problem at all!
He was friendly and professional, extremly polite and thoughtful, he knows so much of the animals, he knows all the roads, about nature and culture we have learned so much from him! He speaks perfect english!
He was simply the best from all drivers that we have seen and meet, and because of him we know we will be back to kenya!
He is the biggest professional we have ever met in our private and business life and we feel so lucky that he was our driver and guide on this safari.
We saw many animals including lions with cubs ans leopard with cubs. We also saw kilimanjaro from abmoseli.
Also, complimentaries to you for such great organisation and intinerary!
Thank you once again!
Email Rob Stuart | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Netherken were very good, but our driver/guide Mahmud was great
From the outset, Janet and Ton were responsive and helpful in replying to our emails. The itinerary was detailed enough to offer a good structure to our safari, but was not so rigid that it felt restrictive. Mahmud arrived right on time and from the outset was courteous and informative. The quality of the accommodation and food was varied and was what we had expected or better. The main reason for giving a 5* review was Mahmud. The quality of his driving over all terrain was impressive, in spite of the fact that we had chosen a 2 wheel drive vehicle. The depth of his knowledge of animals and particularly birds was extensive and impressive. He imparted this knowledge with enthusiasm, interest and patience. A minor mechanical issue was dealt with in a prompt and calm way, despite it being New Year's day.
Email Dan and Anna | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour with fantastic guide
Our 2-night/3-day tour of East and West Tsavo was very easy to organise through Netherken. They provided us with a detailed itinerary before we arrived in Kenya and answered all our questions in good time.
Early morning pick-up on day 1, drive to Tsavo West with a short stop for coffee. Drive through Tsavo West ( lots of bird/animal spotting en route) to get to Ngulia Lodge which is situated up high with amazing panoramic views of the rhino sanctuary below. The food was great and in the evening we saw elephants on the grounds and a leopard chomping on a hunk of meat.
Day 2, early start to get to Tsavo East which is very different from Tsavo West in terms of the terrain. Beautiful savannah with plenty of wildlife to spot on the way to Voi Lodge which has some of the most stunning views I've ever seen. In the evening we went to find a lion which was basking under the shade of a tree. The food was great at Voi lodge also.
Day 3 we were less lucky spotting animals as it seemed very quiet all around, so we headed back to Mombasa with a nice lunch stop en route.
Our guide, Mahmoud, was one of the loveliest people. Very knowledgeable with 17 years experience under his belt. We were very lucky to have him as our guide. He is also an excellent driver.
Thank you Mahmoud and Netherken for offering us an experience we'll never forget.
Anna and Dan
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Email Isabel Diaz-Parreño Suarez | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
excellent safari and very good treatment
Very complete safari. We could see almost all the animals. Our MAMUT guide was very Good and helpful. We are very happy with it and congratulate Netherken Safaris & Tours, we recommend it one hundred percent.