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
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Partha | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Experience
We have just returned home and cherishing the great African Safari covering Tsavo (west),Ambesoli,Naivasha and Masaimara. It was indeed a fine experience and thank you all for managing our whole trip in a wonderful way. Special thanks to Helder for planning and organising the trip and Joseph who was very hospitable and driven / guided us superbly.He took care of us well during the whole trip of 11 days and has become a great friend of ours. All the places were very memorable particularly Ambesoli and Masaimara where we could see lots of wild life and migration. Accommodations were also good in all the places and food were nice.My wife and self are very satisfied with the whole trip and we would like to come back to Africa in near future and surely will look forward to your great service again.
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Email Sandra | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Lifetime Experience
We started the planning stages of our trip to Kenya in November of 2016 with "It Started in Africa". Over the next months we had about 60 emails back and forth. The communication was prompt and informative.
We had a wonderful Safari in August 2017 and our guide Martin was a big part of why we enjoyed it so much. Martin was very knowledgeable about the animals, birds and the culture of Kenya and he shared that knowledge with us.
He is a very capable driver and handled the several flat tires we had with ease. He never got upset just did what it took to get us moving again.
Martin was sensitive to our wishes and needs but he also laughed with us and we all had such fun. Martin made the trip for us.
We highly recommend this company.
DE
Email Florian | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Safari Experience
We did a 7 days / 6 nights trip to Aberdare, Samburu, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara national parks. The lodges were all very nice, had great food and friendly staff. The national parks were stunningly beautiful. Each park is different and has it´s own, unique character. Our guide Charles was just excellent. Always super-friendly and laid back. Of course he also is an excellent driver, extremely good at spotting wildlife and happy to share his knowledge about all the species as well.
Itstartedinafrica provided a very friendly, flexible, and professional service and organized the whole trip perfectly at a reasonable price.
Kenya Safari
From start to finish, this tour was incredible! The booking process and correspondence with “It Started in Africa” was professional and always very prompt. We were collected exactly on schedule by Charles, our exceptional guide and driver for the tour. His general knowledge of the country, wildlife and culture provided for very entertaining and informative drives between the different destinations. Although the roads were at times very busy, Charles always remained calm and ensured we felt safe and comfortable throughout the journey. The tour itinerary was designed perfectly to ensure ample time for sightseeing, with enough flexibility to fit our needs. The range of accommodation we stayed at were fantastic. From luxury lodges to quirky lake-side retreats, were delighted with the locations, the excellent service and the atmosphere at each of the venues. The parks themselves were truly phenomenal! From panoramic vistas to once in a lifetime game viewing opportunities – including watching a cheetah hunt in progress – we were amazed at the variety and beauty of the landscape. This tour was well organized and perfectly executed and we would definitely recommend It Started in Africa for anyone wanting to experience the wildlife and wonder of Kenya!
NL
Email Javi Lorbada | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Experience.
Our Safari experience has been truly remarkable, and It Started In Africa it’s been a very important piece. Both our Kenya and Tanzanian Guides were very professional, highly skilled and incredibly knowledgeable.
Still, I remember that moment when Charles during our game drive in Masaai Mara was looking for the last of the big five, and in all honesty, he nailed it, he just found a Leopard where no one else could have found it!
During our safari in Tanzania, we enjoy Chicho, who really impressed us to know by heart every single animal that we spotted, no only that he went always extra mile to find the perfect place, animal or sunset. Our cook was also fantastic, all the recipes were very yummy, and on top of that, he was there every single time we finished a game drive with a juice, or a coffee or just some popcorns which made our stay amazingly special.
Thanks to It Started In Africa, to the company but especially to Vanessa, Charles, Chicho, and Roma, with your exceptional attention we brought back the best memories, and hopefully, we can be back in the future.
Email Julie Graham | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely amazing experience.
I have been on Safari in Kenya before with a large worldwide company and I was wary booking direct with It Started In Africa but I would thoroughly recommend this company to anyone wanting to go and experience Safari! From the very beginning emails were answered very quickly by the happiness managers. (The title always makes me smile!!) Joseph (AKA Kioko) was incredible, nothing was too much trouble for him and having spent the week together with me and my daughter I would like to say he is a family friend now. His knowledge of animal behaviour was brilliant. We saw the big five in three days. I can only compliment It Started In Africa and will definitely be booking with them again.
TW
Email Hsiu-Jung Kuo | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was so amazing experience in my life to see big 5 is one of my dreams and it comes true.
I started at search for "safari operators" and did some studies via google. Many safari operators replied my request very quickly including It Started in Africa. Why I chose it? Because the service let me feel so comfortable. The criteria I focused on the following.
1. Initiatives and responsiveness
2. The ways to introduce safari and Ecosystem is very professional and very attractive
3. Not pushed customer to make decision too hard or not over-promotion
That was why I felt so comfortable and finally I chose It Started in Africa.
During the safari, the guide demonstrated his expertise in introducing animals names, behaviors, characters to me. He was very familiar with where was high possibility to see certain species of animals. All the hospitality was perfect and finally I saw the big 5. This is one of my dreams and it comes true.
PT
Email Henry Swallow | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Out of this World
I couldn't expect better. Booked a tour just 15 days before arriving (crazy to book so last minute) and some hotels I chose were already full so they went with me through all the possibilities. They were always a pleasure to deal with, very charming and helpful and specially prompt to reply and would never be tired or bothered. We managed to do a fantastic itinerary in such a short notice and upon arrival I was greeted at the airport by Dickson, an amazing human being who taught us so much about all the species we found. Vehicle was pretty new and comfortable, no signs of wear. Couldn't expect better service. If some criticism is needed, I would recommend a better on site material (books, maps, etc) which I had not much.
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Email Manuel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
4 day Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara - an incredible experience!
I went on a 4 day safari in Kenya. I started from Nairobi, spent one day at Lake Nakuru before continuing to Maasai Mara and then back to Nairobi after two days there.
The team picked me up at the airport, helped me exchange money and get a SIM card.
Once I had all I needed Charles, my driver and guide, started our trip. Charles is a fantastic person: really nice, explained me a lot about the country, knew where to find and how to spot animals and to predict their movements so that I had an amazing view of them and he was happy to adjust our schedule to my preferences. He was able to turn the trip into a once in a lifetime experience!
Besides that, all the accommodations were great with amazing service and really good food.
The team of It Started in Africa responded to all mails within 24 hours and were great in setting up what I was looking for while taking specific wishes into consideration.
A huge thank you especially to Charles, my driver and guide, and also to the whole team of It Started in Africa!
Email From London | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect and professional
It started in Africa made my experience and memorable one. I was nervous about safari and going to Africa but I was put at ease By the company. They were well organised and on top of the schedule. The staff were friendly and professional.
I would highly recommend them and would like to thank them for assisting me. Most grateful.