Guide Ken with one of our 4x4 Land Cruisers
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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If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Ashlee Kronforst | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Communicative, Personable, and Overall Amazing
We took a 5 day private tour with Spirit of Kenya and cannot recommend it enough to everyone. I would 100% recommend this company, and if you want the best guide be sure to request Tom. From the beginning you receive great communication and can personalize what you are interested in seeing. Vanessa walked us through all of the choices as well as informing us of the hotels we would be staying at. We truly could not believe the price for what great quality we received. Our guide was kind, personable, knew when to let us rest and when to chat, and knew everything about the animals, parks, and Kenya. We cannot thank Tom enough for how amazing our experience was. During the drives we could let him know what we were hoping to see and he'd be sure to make it happen, every time. Do not hesitate to book with Spirit of Kenya, you will absolutely love it.
Email Nisha Padayachee and family | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Playing stuck-in-the-mud
My family and I just returned from the Taste Of Kenya trip - a phenomenal experience that left us wanting more. We were fortunate to have Johnstone Kioko our designated driver and tour guide. Johnstone obviously has a vast understanding of the region, its wildlife migratory patterns and the reason why human communities and wildlife are able to peacefully coexist. As a result, we were blessed to track lion prides and rhino crashes in Lake Nakuru, elephant herds in Masai Mara and cheetah sightings near our Losokwan camp.
However, an unforgettable experience was playing stuck-in-the-mud with a male lion and its fresh kill. Whilst viewing this majestic male lion after feeding off its kill, our vehicle was rendered immobile, stuck in sticky mud and deep bush. Sunset in the Masai Mara was quickly approaching and we were obviously concerned about being in such a vulnerable position and in the dark of the night Mara sky. However, Johnstone reassured us and remained calm and jovial, confident that everything will work out. We were terribly concerned to see him jump off our vehicle, and attach a tow cable to another tourist vehicle. Although this resulted in our release from a very sticky situation, it did place Johnstone in a very precarious situation with a wild animal stationed only a few meters away. A very brave act from a true and genuine person.
The Taste Of Kenya trip not only provided us with an opportunity to admire Kenya's natural beauty and wildlife, but it also allowed us to nurture friendships with people in both Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara. It was truly a privilege visiting Kenya, meeting her people and admiring the conservation efforts put in place to protect wildlife and their habitats.
If I were to suggest two points that should be considered, it will be the following:
1. All tour guides should be supported with 4x4 vehicles that are best suited for this terrain, and
2. An unspoken code of ethics should apply to all tour vehicles and tour guides regarding offering assistance to vehicles in need. The first on-site vehicle should be obligated to remain in close proximity to the compromised vehicle, until such time a rescue mission has been deemed successful.
Asanta SOK, Asante sana Johnstone Kioko
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Email Raquel | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great first time in Naivasha, Nakuru and Masai Mara
I planned this trip as a gift to my niece (10 years old). We were four people: myself (53 years old), my sister (49 years old), my niece and my daughter (15 years old). Prior to to the trip, Vanessa (at the main office of Spirit of Kenya) was fantastic, responding to my emails very quickly and being sure everything was ready for us. Once on site, our driver Erasti (Ras) was very attentive and took a great care of us. He made sure the girls were comfortable and safe and that was very important to me. We were in Lake Naivasha, Nakuru and Masai Mara for a total of 5 days. We saw elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, lions, cheetahs, gazelles, hippos, wildebeest, crocodiles, African buffalo, antelopes, ostriches.
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Email Gin | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding!
We are a family of 5 adults, living in 3 different countries. Always complicated to organise a holiday together!
I couldn’t ask better for our first Safari in Kenya!
Jorge tailor made our itinerary based on the requirements, in a very efficient and fast way. I always received a prompt reply.
We did 8 days tour in Kenya, visiting Amboseli, lake Naivasha, lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara.
We had and incredible tour guide/driver, George (Kenyan name Waiganju), able to show all the possible animals around, also in very specific spots not known by the other guides around!
On the top of that, he is a super safe driver. Also inside the parks.
His presence made the difference in during our safari.
If you are looking for an extra-ordinary journey to Kenya, I really recommend Spirit of Kenya. If you will have the lucky to have George with you, well, he will be the ice on the cake!
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Email Margot | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Spirit of Kenya took care of everything, so we could immerse ourselves in a beautiful experience!
I am SO glad that I found Spirit of Kenya!
I worked with Andre to design a (rather last-minute) 4-day / 3-night safari for my family of three.
Communication with Andre was clear, quick and easy, and within a day or so, all of the details were confirmed!
He gave us options, based on our interests and budget, and everything was perfect.
We were picked up at the airport and brought to our hotel, and then the next morning, our guide (Simon) retrieved us in a Land Cruiser, for our adventure.
The accommodations were beautiful, the food was great, and the wildlife was extraordinary.
AND their fees were very reasonable!
Thanks for a wonderful trip...
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Email Laura | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Trip of a Lifetime!
We spent more than six months planning this trip and Vanessa war with us the whole way. She was very friendly and responsive to all of our questions during our planning and throughout the trip!
Our arrival in Nairobi was excellent! We were warmly greeted by William who drove us to our hotel.
During the safari, we were accompanied by Karasha, an excellent and knowledgeable driver/ guide. We spent six days with him as we went from Amboseli to Lake Naivasha to the Maasai Mara. Karasha has a vast wealth of knowledge about the animals in the parks as well as the history of Kenya and it’s rich culture. We had many excellent conversations during the drives about all manner of topics.
The parks themselves were amazing, Karasha was a patient driver and he was able to bring us to see a great many different animals, including a longish wait that paid off as we got to see two cheetahs stroll across the savanna.
The accommodations were all first rate! Overall the experience was perfect and we hope to come back to see more of Kenya very soon. Spirit of Kenya is an excellent company which offers great value for the price. Asante sana!
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Email Mikhael | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best safari we ever had!!!
Filipa organized the best possible safari vacation for us (8 days and 3 days in Diani).
Raphael the guide was excellent!!! Explained everything and found all the animals!!! We were so close to them!!
All the transfers were on time with great vehicles.
On the first day, they picked us to buy sim cards and told us were we can go in Nairobi.
It was a great experience!!!! Thanks
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Email Briana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible birthday trip
After a previous incredible birthday safari trip to Tanzania, we had high standards and Spirit of Kenya did not disappoint. From planning to execution, it was clear everyone we spoke to was committed to ensuring we had a great time. We spent months planning with Vanessa who responded to all emails promptly and then met Moses when we landed late (and missing a bag) in Kenya. Moses not only did his best to cheer me up about my missing luggage, but also went back to the airport the next day to pick it up, and met us the day after so I didn't have to keep wearing the same 2 outfits the whole week. He was my hero! Our safari guide Mike was also amazing. He was clearly knowledgable about the parks and the animals, but was also very attentive to all of our needs, both while we were out on safari and in the camps. We definitely enjoyed his company and his humor and would 100% go on a tour with him again. Overall, we can't say enough good things about our experience. The staff was great, the logistics were perfect and the recommended accommodations were beautiful. If you've been thinking about booking a safari trip, do it and use Spirit of Kenya!
Email Bryonie | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic first safari experience
A fantastic safari experience as planned with Victor, spending 7 days across Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Maasai Mara.
The trip was excellent due to its scenic variety but most of all, the outstanding knowledge, dependability and driving skills of our brilliant guide Sammy who showed us so many wild animals and in close proximity too. We could not praise him enough. The perfect safari companion for us.
We came away having seen so much of Kenya and its wildlife. Would definitely recommend this trip.
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Email Marwa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My trip
My trip was amazing. It was my first time visiting Kenya and as a solo traveler i was a bit nervous about the trip. But Spirits of Kenya made my trip an easy one. Starting from the airport pick up until the drop off it was smooth and everything was tailored to my liking and needs. The team was amazing during my visit specifically Filipa and my tour guide, they were both helpful, friendly and great people.