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Doyen Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2004)
- Member Of:
- Kenya Tourism Board
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $480 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email GaryD | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good 2 way contact before the safari and a well organised comprehensive tour of the Maasai Mara
From the moment I sent my request for information Doyen Safaris (Kennedy) was very quick to reply and was able to provide answers to all my questions. As this was my first visit to Kenya and my itinerary was not confirmed I requested several variations on my initial specification and Kennedy responded quickly and thoroughly to each request. As I was booking with less than 2 weeks before the safari the quick responses were just what I wanted. Some companies made their initial contact with me over 48 hours after my initial query which was not good enough to satisfy my demands.
The cost of the package was competitive and the itinerary was very clear. The international money transfer for the deposit went smoothly and the balance was paid in US $ on the day of departure.
Kennedy met us at the hotel on the morning of the Safari and introduced us to Richard who was to be our driver for the 3 days. We were soon onboard the transport bound for the Maasai Mara. The three days were filled with unforgettable experiences and Richard was a great driver and guide. He made sure that we witnessed as much of the sights and spectacles as possible. The accommodation and food at Miti Mingi camp was as advertised on their website. The picnic under a tree in the middle of the Mara was very enjoyable.
On our return to Nairobi we met Kennedy who was keen to know if the safari had been to our satisfaction and so that he could get feedback on our trip, there were a few very minor points which he said that he would address.
Overall a great experience and the many email conversations before arriving in Kenya supported by the attention to detail by Doyen Safaris made it an unforgettable experience. I have no hesitation in recommending their services.
Email Steve and Family | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic operator and perfect organisation.
I don't normally write reviews but feel that I must after just returning from a trip to the Mara, Amboseli and Zanzibar with my family courtesy of Kennedy at Doyen Safaris. I had an idea of where I wanted to go and where I wanted to stay but with Kennedy's contacts and suggestions he came up with the perfect itinerary at a very good price compared to other operators I had contacted. He even looked after us during our brief time in Nairobi and with his driver Joseph, acted as a tour guide of his wonderful city ! Nothing was too much trouble and all the questions I had for him before the trip began were answered very promptly (even surprise flight changes!).
I must admit I had reservations about booking a whole trip through a local operator, but with Doyen I did not need to worry, and in fact it proves that it is actually better to go with someone with local knowledge.
Great operator. Highly recommended. Please contact me if you have any questions.
JP
Email Ippei | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful time with Doyen Safaris
This was the first time visit to Kenya, and I had a great time with Doyen Safaris.
I joined 6days budget safari which includes visiting Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP.
Before the safari, Kennedy always replys my inquiry quickly and politely.He gives us peace of mind.
Also our driver was great. He always cares about us a lot.
During the safari, I could see many animals, male and female lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalos,
wildbeasts, giraffes, rhinos, flamingos...
Although I couldn't see leopards, I really enjoyed it.
I recommend Doyen Safaris and I'd love to join it again!!
BH
Email Chris | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
First class communication, organization and service from 1st email of inquiry to arriving home
Having never been on a safari or to Kenya before I came across Doyan Safaris by chance over the internet. It was a last minute decision to do this trip. I found Edwards communication to be extremely efficient and he helped to tailor a safari experience based on the requirements of my trip with ease and at a great price. Edward was also very easy to work with in terms of payments and arrangements. Personally met us at the airport and gave us a lift to the hotel in Nairobi, and then again the following morning before starting the 3 day Masai Mari safari. The road trip on day one took approximately 6 hours to the camp which was located about 1KM outside of the National Park. Evening safari, full day on day 2 and early morning day 3 was enough for us personally but it was a fantastic experience. The tented accommodation was fine and as expected, don't expect luxury, but for two nights then no complaints even if the food wasn't that great.....take some snacks!. Lots of interesting people to talk to in the evenings all doing the same thing. Food wasn't great but . The safari guide who drove us for the whole three days was excellent, friendly, helpful, experienced and committed to making the safari the best it could possibly be for all of us. After the drive back to Nairobi we flew to Mombasa and had two nights and days at the Diani Sea Resort which was very good and all inclusive. Edward organised all of the internal flights, taxi pick ups and transfers and everything ran smooth, Edward was also very attentive in calling regularly to ensure everything was going well with the trip. If we were doing the same trip again then we would probably have looked to fly from Masai Mara to Diani Beach to save the time traveling. I would strongly recommend Doyen Safaris to anyone, I believe Edward could and would tailor a trip to your exact requirements, ours was last minute budget and he delivered admirably.
Ye shall know them by their fruits (Matthew 7:16)
When I booked my trip to Kenya it was for my spiritual journey.
Genesis, Exodus, Jerusalem, Shalom.Fear him.. words of the bible ...etc???? written everywhere.
I still remember their joy of life, laughter.Masai Mara wilderness, how beautiful Yahuah's creation.
How Holy is Mt Kenya.
I live in Israel , yes Israel of today is a partly land of Yahuah.
Yahuah, whose fire is in Zion, and His furnace in YAHrusalam.’—Ysha'yah(Isaiah)31. 9.
But where is Zion?
And he knew that the Garden of Eden is the holy of holies, and the dwelling of Yahuah, and Mount Sinai the centre of the desert, and Mount Zion -the centre of the navel of the earth: these three were created as holy places facing each other.( Jubilees 8:19)
My first day was to see Mt Kenya, I was with a guide that came from the tribe of Kikuyu who mentioned that mountain is of God but today people turn their back . When I arrive at the equator point which is halfway between the North Pole and the South Pole at ‘0’ degrees latitude.
I had a divine appointment. People talking that their ancestors were praying in front of the mountain and it started raining , a place where they did sacrifices offerings, and at 3300m we get to the Old Moses Camp ??. They told me that people come from Israel and says that mount Kenya is where Mashah (Moses) received the commandments.????
What was Yahuah telling me? for sure that mountain is Holy. We prayed together. The clouds covered all the mountain. One of them asked me, why? I told them that your people as turn their back from Yahuah and it is time to go back home. One of them said. Why do people kill when it is written...do not kill. Wow! How beautiful those people, are.
Thank-you
NL
Email Tom | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well arranged and good safari! Trustworthy/reliable booking agency
I did a 5-day safari (masai mara - naivasha - nakuru) with Doyen. Arrangements, itinerary, price and accomodations were good and Kennedy takes care of all your requests (taxi/hotel,etc). Especially Masai Mara is excellent for safari. Safari van and driver were good and comfortable for mid range/budget safari. I can recommend this company to other people.
Doyen Safaris is a cornocorpia of excellence.
The service is unmatched by any in the industry the customer service was patient and help, time management was excellent, no delays and we always could reach an agent if we had any inquiries.
ES
Email Ire | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari
Everything was perfect! I had a great time! I recommend it!
RU
Email Anna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
6 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli
We went with this company in 6 days Safari. 3 days Masai Mara, 1 day lake Nakuru and 3 days Amboseli. Everything was fine. In the Masai Mara we saw a lot of animals, saw lions, cheetahs, jaguars. In Amboseli watched hunting cheetahs on antelopes. Certainly it is a merit of the driver. They were talking on the radio and inform others what animals are located where. On the second day in the Masai Mara we had lunch next to a herd of giraffes, it was great. In Nakuru was a very nice hotel, and in Amboseli we lived in a nice camp. Near the camp we saw gazelles, monkeys and many different birds. Thank you for a delightful vacation.
US
Email Tom | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trustworthy people
Masai Mara is the place to be. This was and has been on my bucket list of things to do , we had one of the best life time safari expedition in kenya thanks to Doyen safaris for being honest and trustworthy! We will be back. Highly recommended