Rose the consultant.
Safari Line Defender
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Oana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari, wonderful group
The safari was an amazing experience that is not easily described in words. The experience was much more enjoyable thanks to our great driver and guide Bonface, who went out of his way to assure that we had the best time. We saw all the animals, we had early morning drives, in my opinion these were the best, at this time the animals are more active. The sunrises are also amazing.
I feel obligated to let you know on a few things. Most of the merchants and Masai people will try to sell certain souvenirs to you and your mates. Be aware that they tend to rise the prices even 10 times higher than the actual price. Everything that doesn't have a written price is negotiable! You negotiate as hard as you can, check trip advisor, Google or even your driver, if you don't have a general idea of what the prices should be.
Other than that, the experience will be a great one, you will get to meet with a lot of wonderful people and make friends from around the world.
I would also like to add that the boat trips at Lake Naivasha are also quite expensive for what they offer. You and your mates from your group should band together and negotiate hard with the person at the boat ride desk. You have to present a united front, otherwise they will not lower the price. We managed to lower it to aprox 15$ per person from 20 which was the original price. Some other groups said that they were asked 25 or even 30.
Last, but not least, we were victims of the KWS scam, so we booked this safari last minute. Thanks to Rose, that was very understanding, we paid only upfront (before the safari started), but didn't send any money before hand, This was only because I was very reluctant to trust another company. Everything turned out just fine, the safari happened and we could enjoy beautiful Kenya.
The drives between the parks are quite long and tiring, taking up to most of the day - for instance between Maasai Mara and Nakuru or from Naivasha to Amboseli. The country is big and the traffic is just.. crazy.
US
Email FIN | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely worth the trip.
The trip I took went very well. From pickup to dropoff everything went smoothly. Food and sleeping conditions good, nothing amazing, but worth what you're paying. And honestly that's not the reason why you take this trip. Over the 6 days I saw every animal I wanted to see, and all up close. My driver Maxwell was a great guy, made the trip more interesting. If you're looking for an affordable trip, I would recommend safari line defenders.
AE
Email Sathish | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organised safari to masai maara!
Did a 3 day package to masai maara through safariline defenders. Rose answered all my questions about the country, safari, weather, food etc without any concerns. I stayed in jamabo mara safari lodge and it was very good. Food was average but manageable. They have wooden and glass cottages and facilities are premium when compared to other camps nearby. It had 24 hrs wifi in reception and electricity. They have pool and snooker tables. Our driver castro was amazing and hilarious. took lot of effort to co-ordinate with other drivers to locate animals in the forest and put in lot of effort to make all of us comfortable.
JO
Email Barbara | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I was pleasantly surprised how incredibly well coordinated the whole experience was.
Safari was incredible saw many animals, all of the big 5 on the first day. Communication with the organisers was good in places where there was wifi and all shuttles exceptionally well coordinated. Accommodation was simple and clean, the only thing that I would criticise is the lack of hot water, luke warm was best in most places.
Email Karanja | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great value for money!
The communications and service were great. Though we departed Nairobi later than expected, the actual trip and accommodation were excellent. Best of all the game drives beat all our expectations. Would not hesitate to recommend Safari Line Defender.
Email Candice | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing, Peefect... one of the best safaris I have ever had
We were picked in town.. The bus was comfortable, the driver was excellent, the music was relaxing. We had stopovers for some snacks...we learnt alot from the driver and the guide. We arrived on time for lunch, the meals were perfect. We went on safari, the wild is beautiful.. Our tents were all eco friendly.. Ooh and you could hear the animals at night. It is such an awesome experience. These guys delivered!!
Amazing!
I loved the trip, communication was timely and everything happened as planned and promised.
Email Pauline | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great trip and friendly operator
Rose is an excellent person, very understanding and patience. She gave the best according to my specifications, great hotel choice with great food and best service. The game drive to Amboseli was perfect.
Email Simon | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service
The Safariline team did a great job. They frequently checked up on us and made sure our needs were catered for, they were also very quick to address any of our concerns. I am definitely booking another trip with them.
NL
Email Jasper | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great communication and super friendly people
Our experience has been great, unfortunately my grandfather passed away 1,5 days! before our holiday started! Without hesitation Rose offered us to change our travel dates with no extra charge or proof. The people at Safariline Defender are also extremely friendly so you won't go wrong with them.
Our driver Geoffrey was very patient and knowledgeable, knew every bird, animal or plant by heart and had passion finding the animals and getting us in the right spot to view them!