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Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $280 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Steph | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely loved our Budget Masai Mara trip with Axis! Well organized
I really enjoyed the Masai Mara trip that Axis organized for us. Cintia that works on the offices in Nairobi was very good explaining us the details.
The pricing was good and they had the budget friendly option. Please note that the pricing for the tour is very good considering that includes the transportation from Nairobi, nightly stay, ALL MEALS, and all game drives! What drives the cost up, are the national park fees for Masai Mara included in the ticket which are $200 per day for foreigners. Can’t do anything about this. Our transport and game drive vehicle was a 4x4 Land Cruiser too, better than the vans we saw out there doing the game drives.
Our guide throughout the trip Pete was great at navigating into the Kenyan roads and the park. He also looked for our safety at all times.
The trip was really well organized, picked us up on time, meals were vast (buffets) with options for vegetarians, and the tent we stayed had a bathroom and hot shower.
Absolutely recommend this company.
AE
Email Gaurab | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Robin my friend is a excellent tour guide throughout the safari. Best part big 5 with him.
Highly recommended, he has wonderful through out the journey and wish we had more days with him. Love to do it again. Axis has been great from start till end.
ES
Email Ana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Really good option
If you choose Axis Safari, you won’t regret it! Specially if you have Peter kapino as your guide :)
HK
Email Iris | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari experience
7 days Masa, Nakuru, Naivasha, amboseli private safari - The booking process, guide’s professional knowledge and the daily clean keeping of the land cruiser are all perfect and beyond our expectations, Ken , our guide, is so attentive and he took us to Lake Elementaita to see the flamingos when Lake Nakuru has only pelicans. There are thousands of Flamingos and it is amazing. Of course we see the big five and most exciting is seeing the cheetah catching a gazelle the entire process from a very close distance . We were hoping to see the migration crossing the rivers. Although we only see them stopping last minute crossing the river, we were satisfied as this is nature, seeing them migrated across the grassland is stunning enough. Last but not least , we really thank for Ken’s enthusiasm in taking us to see the big five. Originally we were missing the panther. But when he heard it’s coming out on the tree, he quickly take a U turn taking us there, despite it’s almost the end of the day and we are heading back to the lodge.
The service Axis Africa Safaris provided are top notch and we would definitely recommend.
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Email Seong | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent and very professional customer service and care of the highest calibre in deliverance.
Cynthia is an angel from heaven. She was always there to guide and assist me in times of needs in the preparation of this safari trip for my family. You can count on her to deliver though stormy weather or high water.
CN
Email Nicki | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Safari with Best guide Yasin
This was my second safari experience in Kenya, the first one being seven years ago. With high expectations from my previous adventure, I carefully selected Axis after consulting with various travel agencies, and I’m glad I did. The arrangements were flawless, and the staff at the agency were not only friendly but also surprised us with T-shirts, which was a nice touch. The highlight, however, was meeting our exceptional tour guide, Yasin.
A reliable tour guide is crucial on a safari. They do more than just drive; they become your companion, ensuring you find the perfect spots for photos and videos, while also sharing valuable knowledge about the wildlife and environment. Yasin excelled in all these aspects.
Arrangement: I booked a 7-day safari that covered Masai Mara, Nakuru National Park, and Amboseli. Initially, Lake Naivasha wasn't included, but Yasin suggested adding it to the itinerary at no extra cost. This allowed us to get closer to the hippos, which was a fantastic experience. Despite the additional driving and adjustments required, Yasin handled everything seamlessly and without complaint.
Professionalism: Passion for nature is essential for a safari guide, and Yasin certainly has it. With a background in ornithology, he has a deep understanding of the natural world. His ability to spot animals from a distance and position us for the best shots was impressive. I vividly remember waiting patiently for two hours to capture the perfect photo of a leopard. For me, the essence of a safari isn’t just about spotting animals, but observing their behavior—how they stretch lazily, play, or plan their hunts. These moments bring a sense of calm and connection to nature.
Respect for Nature: This point is particularly important. During peak season, many drivers may not show the same respect for wildlife. I recall an incident where a group of cheetahs was preparing to hunt, and while we kept our distance to observe, other drivers rushed in, startling the cheetahs and disrupting their hunt. It’s disheartening, and I hope in the future, stricter guidelines can be enforced to preserve the integrity of these natural habitats. Africa is one of the last true paradises for wildlife, and it’s vital that we protect it.
Communication: The communication throughout the safari was excellent. Yasin was attentive and responsive to our needs, which made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. I noticed other groups who seemed to have issues, but thanks to Yasin, our journey was stress-free.
In conclusion, if you’re considering a safari, I highly recommend Axis and Yasin. They truly deserve a five-star rating.
Highly recommend
Communication was clear and the whole trip was well organized. Our guide Khalifa went above and beyond to get us as close as possible to all the animals that roam Maasai Mara. Staff at the camp was also excellent. Food was basic but good. Highly recommend!
CN
Email Anna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
wonderful guide Yasin and Safari
It's been a long time since I wrote any words to leave my feelings behind
Africa, I never thought of setting foot on this continent before.
This year, I came.
A 7-day Safari journey~Some moments will leave some feelings. Human fear comes from a lack of understanding of the unknown. Previously, when I learned about Africa through social media, there was a lot of negative information that made me feel a bit evasive or confused about it. Even as soon as I landed here and set foot on the land of Africa, I held a cautious attitude towards everything around me.
The person who has had the longest contact with the African people is our guide Yasi. The 7-day journey changed my preconceived notions.
He is a guide with a lot of animal knowledge and African culture, not just a driver. He also takes our feelings into consideration, finds good parking spots for us when taking photos, takes animals seriously, and meets many of our small requirements. He is also a very thoughtful friend
Every day, the staff at the campsite or hotel where we stay are very kind and happy to greet us, carry our luggage, and take care of our various needs. This has changed my previous understanding of the African people.
This is truly a vast land, inhabited by simple people and free animals
Everyone got along very well these seven days~Actually
When the convoy is crazily driving and chasing the horned horses, scaring them to flee in all directions, I appreciate Yasi's respect and awe for nature and animals even more. He will choose the best location for us to quietly observe these lovely elves, rather than disturbing the tranquility of nature. We are guests who come to our hosts' homes as guests. The best way to visit is to not disturb them
I sincerely hope that everyone can come to Kenya to see these free souls and meet Yasi, a very good friend. Feel the uniqueness and unparalleled of the African continent as well.
We made an agreement with Yasi, see you next year!
HK
Email Edwin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Organized , reasonable
Roy, our driver of the trip, quick and steady, get what we want, what we need, spot on.
Also a great guy to chat with . Highly recommend joining his tour, sure it will be unforgettable
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Email Dhanush | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
She was extra ordinary organiser
She was really good
Starting she organised a day tour with the driver name Daniel he was execptional
Where he showed us around the city and he had many contact in kibera to show us around
Later we started the tour with the Roy who was very very sweet he showed us and explained very nicely
Later the stay was very good and even food on the stay usually they consume beef we requested them we don’t eat beef they cooked us chicken and egg and gave us which was very nice of them
