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Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Tour Types:
- Mid-range & luxury tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Aleksandar | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Satisfying, but somewhat disappointing
We (my partner and I) were part of a safari tour that lasted 6 days, 5 nights in Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru (we were supposed to go to Naivasha but we didn't) and Amboseli.
Let me start with the positives first... during this tour we managed to see all the big 5 and ugly 5 animals, as well as many other ones, met interesting people along the way and managed to take pictures and record content that will serve as eternal memories of these wonderful places. While I don't regret doing this tour, I have to leave my honest comment and complain about the following… Our guide Dennis made this trip less than perfect with his inappropriate behavior. From the very beginning, he did not get off his phone, he was not in the mood for a friendly conversation (on the contrary, he made rude comments on several occasions), and when he did talk, he was so quiet that if you weren't sitting next to him, you couldn't hear him. At some point I gave up trying to hear him altogether and just watched what was going on outside the vehicle. On top of that, on the third day of the safari, when the optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha was planned, Dennis decided not to tell anyone that we would skip this ride due to the alleged bad weather. Although optional, this would've been our only activity on that day. Later, I found out that people from other tours were actually going on boat rides during this day. Dennis preferred to talk on the phone during the lunch breaks, which were taking too long for no reason. So long, that upon arriving at the hotel in Nakuru, after a 7-8 hour drive from Masai Mara, the hotel pool was not working because we arrived too late. Even though we had no other activities on that day. So on day 3, we were pretty much just driving in the vehicle with no activities. On the following day, after doing an early morning game drive in Nakuru, we were informed that we had to change vehicles and continue our tour with another group. At the place where we were having lunch and where we were supposed to change vehicles, Dennis was rushing us while we were eating (literally 5 min from the start of the break). The other guide was more friendly but was driving like a mad man, and we felt quite unsafe in the vehicle driving for another 7 or 8 hours from Nakuru to Amboseli. So on days 3 AND 4, we were just driving around doing nothing except for an early morning drive in Nakuru.
Only later did I find out that most of these budget safari companies work together and that in case one company does not have enough passengers on a certain day, it will use the services and employees of another company, and mix their passengers with people who booked through another company. Which is something that we would not accept and agree on, if we had known in advance.
Axis did offer us a tour of lake Naivasha free of charge at a later date, but we couldn't accept it because our schedule did not work. The communication with the company in general was clear, but we had to remind them of a couple of things during the booking process and later.
I would repeat a safari tour with a budget company only if I were staying in the same place for several days (Masai Mara for example).
LT
Email Jonas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The organization was really great! Our guide Sempele was fantastic! We saw all big 5 and much more!
The organization was really great! Our guide Sempele was fantastic! We saw all big 5 and much more! We selected mid tier price and wanted to try tent experience. Next time we would spend more for more qualitative tent camp and better food. But overall it was really great trip!
DE
Email Iris | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari experience in Masai Mara
Had a great trip and can only recommend further! Collins, our guide made sure that we have a great time and finding all the animals in the safari! Asante! 💫
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Email Jon Frosti | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great 4 day tour to Masai Mara and Nakuru
Good tour to Masai Mara with Yasin the driver guide that knew what he was doing and took good care of us
DE
Email Elena | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Super organized, exceeded all expectations
Booking in advance was easy, and everything else went just as smoothly. It started with a pick-up from the hotel and ended with a drop-off at the hotel. We had a wonderful 5-day trip with our guide Raymond. He did his utmost to ensure that we saw as many animals as possible and got the most out of the trip.
We had a very cool jeep, which was a lot of fun.
I missed having water and food. The accommodations were great for a low budget. Two of the three accommodations even had a pool.
Everyone was very attentive, empathetic, and friendly.
We can also recommend the extra excursions.
Overall, you get great value for money here. Don't be afraid to ask as many questions as you want! They will help you further. Thank you!
SG
Email Mah | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Efficient and well organised
Value for money, efficient, brought us to see the best things. Very reliable and recommended! Thank you for everything!
CN
Email Juno | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He is so kind and patient give us so many surprises
It was an amazing trip. At the very beginning, we ran into quite a few problems. Our previous flight was delayed during the transfer, so all our luggage was left behind at the domestic airport. However, this did not stop us from having an unforgettable journey.
Our guide was very patient. He took us to the largest local supermarket to buy daily necessities and some clothes, which allowed us to continue our trip without worries. During the wildlife viewing, the guide was also extremely professional. He always left us with deep impressions.
Email Valter | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent experience partner!
Thanks to Áxis Agency/ Team ( Sadam, Charls ,.. ) we had a great Safary experience in Kenya!
We have had some unforeseen ( forgotten luggage, …) and they were ready to help and find a solution.
We absolutely recommend!
Email Poliana Amaral | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The Best Safari Tour I’ve Ever Had!
My experience with Saddam and Charles was excellent. They are attentive, patient, and demonstrate extensive knowledge of safaris as well as great driving skills. The choice of itinerary was incredible. We saw an enormous number of animals.
Our son lost his backpack with his toys, and Saddam contacted the hotel, which was more than five hours away, and arranged with a colleague to have it delivered. By the next day, we already had the bag back. 🙌🏽🙏🏽❤️🦒
Email Joao | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
We spent 5 days in a tour with Axis Africa. The guides Sadam and Charles and they are the best. Extremely knowledgeable of the animals and the surroundings, we got quickly to the best spots and were able to appreciate wildlife at it's purest form. We took photos for a lifetime....
They were also extremely organised, pontual, helpfull and proactive in sharing all their knowledge.
Value for money, an extremely good option.
We we a group with a lot of kids, so flexibility is a must, and with Sadam and Charles, it's always Hakuna Matana :)
