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Spirit of Kenya
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2014)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $300 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Chris | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An incredible operator with wonderful guides.
Absolutely fantastic, 5 stars. An incredible operator with wonderful guides. Our accommodations were very comfortable, the vehicle was well maintained, and the service was stellar. From start to finish, we had a great experience. Vanessa helped my wife and I tailor a 9 day safari across southern Kenya. Our guide, Stephen Shuma, was something of a celebrity in the safari world and was equal parts host and friend on our journey. We saw the Big 5 and immersed ourselves in Kenyan culture at our own comfortable pace, or “pole pole” as they say in Swahili. We intend to return to Africa in the future and will definitely book with Spirit of Kenya!
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Email Sophia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Phenomenal Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari
I reached out to several safari companies for quotes and I was very impressed by Spirit of Kenya's professionalism. They sent all of the necessary information in a detailed and well-organized email with price-point options that made it very easy to book and customize the tour. Our guide Joseph was fantastic, and made our trip absolutely unforgettable. He was kind, knowledgeable, communicative, personable, and flexible, and really took care of us on the trip. My husband picked up a small cold on the flight to Africa and Joseph went the extra mile, requesting a ginger/lemon tea from the lodge kitchens to help mend him back to health. We would 100% book with this company again and highly recommend them for safari!
Email Megan Skinner | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Surpassed expectations, with no hesitation in recommending
We booked a four day safari with Spirit of Kenya. From the first moment of booking, to the end of our trip, we were provided with exceptional, reliable and first class service.
Andre coordinated our booking and made sure we were comfortable and informed at every single point. The accommodation was exceptional (with the exception of one place which was not Andre's fault but he rectified the issue pleasantly and quickly).
However, the very best part of our safari was our driver, Rufus. He was on time, every single time, and added so much more to our safari. He had phenomenal knowledge of the animals, flora and fauna and we thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent with him. He was also a very skilled driver, and with a strong network of other drivers, we managed to see so many animals - but respectfully, which was important to us, and Rufus.
The safari itself was excellent, and surpassed expectations - we went to Tsavo East and West, and Amboseli. Each park brings something different, and I'd recommend this trip for others wanting a 4-day adventure.
For an incredibly good value safari, with an expert, safe and reliable tour operator, I would thoroughly recommend Spirit of Kenya, Andre and Rufus without a single hesitation.
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Email Emily | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great first time in Naivasha, Nakuru and Masai Mara
We were looking for safari companies on the higher end and came across spirit of Kenya, ultimately deciding to go with it because of the number of positive experiences in the reviews as well as competitive price point against other 4 night high end safaris. I went with my dad. Filippa and my dads assistant managed to coordinate everything very smoothly and any requests/ reminders along the were was rectified within minutes.
Our guide and driver James, was the best. He was professional, kind, funny, knowledgeable and although we didn't manage to see the last of the big 5 (leopard) we were left with an unforgettable experience of being the first group to follow a pride of lions chasing the buffalo. James was a fantastic driver above all, my dad and I were astounded by the level of skill; James was a wonderful part of our trip. We've made a friend and we cannot recommend this enough and cannot wait to return with the rest of our family.
Email Ghi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best experience of our lives
I reached out to about 10 companies for quotes. I have always dreamt of going for a high end safari in Africa for my honeymoon but I quickly found out how good Safaris are SO expensive. I almost gave up when Spirit of Kenya created a short 6 itinerary for us, that allowed us to stay within budget while being able to visit 3 different places (Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara) and stay in EXCEPTIONAL accommodation.
Fiona was extremely quick at responding via email to all my questions and from the first moment of booking, we were given a personalized, reliable, kind and trustworthy service.
The suggested accommodations were breathtaking - you could tell that Spirit of Kenya has collaborators that are also kind, tasteful and exceptional.
Our driver Rufus was the kindest, sweetest, most knowledgeable man. He made the whole trip a dream. He truly was the best part of the trip. And thanks to him we, not only saw the Big 5, but also some rare and breathtaking scenes in the savanna. There was A LOT of driving involved in our short trip because we tried to squeeze many different sites in just 6 days. Despite that, Rufus drove an average of 8/9 hours a day making it look and feel enjoyable instead of a chore. He was never intrusive, very respectful and always suggested options and gave advice. He always had a smile on his face and could connect with many locals and other drivers (honestly it seemed he knew half of the Kenyan population!!).
Everything that Spirit of Kenya organized was perfect, the best experience of our lives. If you ask them to organize you a trip within budget, you won't regret it because I am sure they'll come up with the best possible options!
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Email Bruno Bento | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best
It was all very very nice, we enjoyed a lot. All are better than our expectaions.
We have to tell you that you have the best guide of the world , Peter is realy the best .
We will recomend your services at all our friends.
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Email Chaitra | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional
I don't have any words to express how grateful I am to Andre, and her staff for coordinating such an amazing trip to Kenya. Everything was so well planned and coordinated from beginning to end, and my entire family had a terrific experience. The hotel's management, staff, and ambiance were all excellent. We did not experience any difficulty in getting vegetarian food.
Special thanks to you for choosing Joseph as our tour guide for our trip, he was so patient, so kind, and caring. He is very knowledgeable and could explain to us each and every animal and bird's habitat, lifespan, eating habits, etc. With his help, we could see all the big 5 of Kenya and I am thrilled to inform you that we were the only family to spot all the big 5 at Masai Mara, and most of the tourists were unlucky. Even some of the hotel staff at Mara informed us that though they had gone there several times they could not see the Rhino and on our very first visit we could see very close because of Joseph. He could spot the Rhino with his bear eyes from a distance of 2 kms and took us straight away to that spot. I would highly recommend Joseph to all your clients.
Also, I would like to express my special thanks to Moses who was also very nice and cooperative, and he could arrange tickets for my brother at Shedrick and the Giraffe Center and both of them were very punctual. I am looking forward to having them as my guides on my future trips.
This is not going to be my last conversation with them as I am planning many more trips to Africa with the Spirit of Kenya
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Email José | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
competent
Communication was very simple from the first day, Jorge always helped me, responded quickly to emails, helped me to get the visa. the guide is an excellent driver, I managed to see all the animals I wanted. he was a driver, photographer, guide, and translator. excellent job
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Email Cindy | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent & friendly service
My husband and I went to kenya for our honeymoon and we stayed at &beyond kichwa tembo tented camp. Our tour operator Spirit of kenya, André had been such a great help in arranging our tour even though I have switched plans and days of travel over and over again. We met our private guide Sego in maasai upon landing and he welcomed us very warmly and helped us with our bags and proceeded with our tour in maasai.
We also had a one day transit at Nairobi where Ruben picked us at the airport and showed us around Nairobi west for lunch and then back to hotel.
Overall it was an easy enjoyable experience. Thank you to everyone involved that have helped us with this lovely & unforgettable time in Africa.
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Email Nuno Loureiro | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unique!
Amazing experience from the beginning until the end... A major thank you to Vanessa (Reservations team), Moses (Transfers) and Karasha (Tour Driver). A unique experience provided by the "Spirit of Kenya" agency. Karasha was an outstanding driver and most of all, a great company to enjoy the experience with: the stories, the advices, the guidance and the experience sharing.
Definitely one of the most meaningful experiences of our lives, made possible by all of you :)
ASANTE SANA,
Nuno, Angela and Neus