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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 Lucy | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
exceptional
We had very enjoyful days,kikutu our guide was very informative and a very funny person ,he made the trip more lively and he was very patient ,alert and self discipline, he made sure we saw all the animals at a close range
FR
Email Mûre Maestrati | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
4-days safari in Maasai Mara and Nakuru
We loved our experience. Our guide (Robert) did everything possible to ensure that we saw as many animals as possible, which was the case. He also answered all of our questions regarding flora ans fauna, and was very patient and kind with us, making sure we were always happy. Would totally recommend! Thanks again Robert!
Email Geoff and Ann | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour with loads to see. Soloman our tour guide was amazing.
Everything was outstanding, we enjoyed every moment. Soloman our tour guide was amazing with lots of information about all the animals. He also went out his way to try to find animals we were keen on. All the staff at the camp were very friendly and helpful. Overall a brilliant experience.
CZ
Email Lukas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari with Axis was exactly as we have expected! We got we we wanted and it was just perfect
Communication was made quickly and clearly via Whatsapp. The were no hidden fees or payment. Everything was as we were promised to be.
We were picked up by a taxi to and taken to the meeting point. We paid cash to the driver. We were a group of 3 persons. There were other 3 persons with us, but as the van is for 8 persons, the capacity was good and everyone had an empty seat next to.
Our guide was Albert. Drove carefully and safely. Told as about animals, we have seen all animals we wanted (even leopard which is rare to see).
We had a small issue with a van but in a few minutes we were moved to a differerent van so no trouble at all.
The accomodation was clean. Food was simple but good.
We got we we have paid for, there were no suprises and we were very satisfied with our trip. I can highly recommend Axis.
PT
Email Luciano | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fair value
We did a "5 Days Masai Mara Lenchada Camp-Lake Naivasha Sopa lodge-Amboseli Kibo Luxury camp" tour. As other reviews mentioned, Lenchada Camp (on Masai Mara) was (to be generous) basic. Sopa Lodge on Naivasha was great and Kibo camp was a clear (for the better) contrast to Lenchada. Lodging wise, it was good to see different realities / offers, on what could be completely different budgets.
Overall was an excellent experience, for a (very) fair price. Can also say that our driver (John) drove us very safely, managed to find all the animals and managed to satisfy our special (unscheduled) requests. Unlike some other comments, our van was clearly 4x4, and can't find fault on the offroad driving.
Communication was good, never had to wait too much for an answer from Lennox. Pesapal (for payment of the deposit) looks like a cheap copy of paypal but seems legit.
They do mix & match people on the tours, so we had a van with 7 people on the Masai Mara part (I believe from different companies), but was only our group on the remainder of the trip.
We also did a tour on Nairobi, with Daniel. He even offered a few extra stops, but due to jet lag we opted to go straight to the hotel.
IN
Email Shilpy | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our guide and driver Joshua was very experienced. We saw all big five:)
The tour was better than I expected. Lennox assisted very well during bookings. Joshua (guide) was quite experienced. Hats off to his driving skills. The only thing that you guys can work on is to have better belts in the safari van. Perfect for women solo travellers:)
US
Email Natasha | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience!
We had a great experience, from sorting things out with Lennox - regarding costs, transportation, schedule, services included – to the actual tour. I joined the three-day safari, and everything was great: pick up and drop out on time, food, and the accommodation at Lechanda camp was really clean and comfortable. Our drive, Joshua, was really knowledgeable and patiently answered all of our questions. We managed to see the big five and much more in just one day! I totally recommend!
TR
Email Esat | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience with Richard
We went to 3 days safari in Masai Mara, 1 day Lake Nakuru and 1 day Lake Naivasha with perfect price. Thanks to Lennox for that. It is realy cheapest one. There is one thing which is We were not happy that count of the people in the safari car. 8 people were too much.
The most important thing is driver for safari. And we had best driver because Richard did his best. His eyes like an eagle. He found almost all animals you can see except Leopard in Safari. He is so kind and helpful as well. He try to help about all your problem during the trip.
SA
Email Zaheer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!!!
They delivered what they promised, it was an amazing trip for us, my boys 7 & 11 years old loved every bit of it. Lennox who I was coordinating with from the beginning was great and I never felt left out he provided us the best Gide and driver Leonard who tried his very best on all occasions to get what we requested for I would give him a 5 start and would recommend their services!
Email James A | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Truly amazing experience from start to finish
My wife and I (both late 20s) went on a 6 day (5 night) safari in July 2018. This included 3 days in the Masai Mara (and boat ride on Lake Naivasha), a day in Lake Nakuru, and 2 days in Amboseli. We had the most amazing time, a truly unique experience and memories which will last forever. And all for the best price we could find anywhere! Detailed review below for those interested.
As the other reviews mention, you cannot control the animals and so the driver is the most important thing for a good Safari. Our driver/guide was Isaac and he was incredible. Brilliant driving, a great eye for spotting animals and great knowledge of every animal in Kenya! Best of all though was that he picked up on what we wanted from our safari - avoid the other vans where possible and see the full range of animals including the birds and herd animals (i.e. Not just the big 5).
The accommodation was very good considering the price and the location. Electricity, hot showers, and good food (they even had the World Cup on the tv in the restaurant). There was wifi in the lake Nakuru hotel, though not in the tented camps in Masai Mara or Amboseli.
In advance of our trip we were in email contact with Lennox. He was always very quick to respond to every email and every question.
The transport is a Toyota Hilux van. It can seat 8, although we had between 5 and 7 on our trip so there were spare seats. The other people in our van were good fun and we got to know them well.
We visited a Maasai village in the Masai Mara. This was a unique and fascinating experience. This is "free" although tip is expected - perfectly reasonable after they have shared their culture and invited you into their homes. This can be paid as cash or by purchasing the souvenirs they sell. As some others have mentioned, there is also the chance to visit a Maasai village in Amboseli. This is not free and they do not tell you this in advance. It is $20 (2000 shillings) per person (which is a lot of money, especially since we had already visited a village). Fortunately we picked up on the price before we got there and so declined the invite.
There are a couple of other times when small tips are appropriate including the boat ride in Lake Naivasha and the river walk along the Mara river.
We would recommend this safari tour to anyone and everyone. Bring a camera and binoculars and prepare to be blown away!