The Team Leaders Fede Tours
Fede Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2010)
- Member Of:
- IATA, UFTAA & KWS
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $55 to $280 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Joseph H. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply outstanding, from booking, to the tour, to our final moments in Kenya!
Thanks to SafariBookings, we found Fede Tours. I knew nothing about booking Safaris and had only public reviews to help me make a decision as to whether we would use Fede or one of the others we had sourced quotations from. The reviews were overwhelmingly positive. In fact, with no negative reviews, I wondered if the reviews were real… so, a little digging, and reading other reviews Fede’s reviewers had written, inspired substantial confidence. That, coupled with my experience of the booking process, is all I needed to be confident we had made a good choice.
Martin’s quotation came in quickly and was competitively priced. While some companies provide long, templated quotations (often with photos and other distractions), the quote I received was concise, complete, and easily understandable.
I communicated with Martin via email. Morning. Noon. Night. Responses to my queries came quickly.
Upon arrival at the airport (at 1am on Saturday!), Martin picked us up in the LandCruiser Safari that we would use to head to the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, and around Nairobi. He dropped us off at our Nairobi hotel where we would stay until Sunday morning.
The one thing I should have done in advance was establish a WhatsApp conversation with Martin in advance… our flight was slightly delayed and being in touch that way would have been easier to alert him. I sent him an email upon arrival and quickly got in touch via WhatsApp to confirm our arrival and we arranged to meet right at the car, steps away from the exit at arrivals.
We had scheduled a day in Nairobi after landing and were met at our Nairobi Hotel on Sunday morning by Martin, who would introduce us to Frederick, our driver and guide for the week…. And what a spectacular guide he was.
Without saying too much:
Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli: each offer their own flavor or magic. This was truly an amazing experience for me and my family.
Frederick was constantly attentive - to us, to the radio, and to spotting wildlife (all while keeping us safe while driving). His almost two decades of experience truly shine through and his enthusiasm for sharing the experience with his guests was truly special. We all appreciated his explanations, the history he was able to share and his vast and specific knowledge of the animals we encountered.
For example: As we encountered a lone male lion on day 1, he wondered where the other two lions he is usually spotted with were. We stayed a little while to watch his movements and Frederick was quickly able to recognize when the lion began calling for his buddies, so we waited… and, from afar, they came.
To have someone that has intimate knowledge of individual animals, family units, feeding and resting grounds, felt like a safari cheat-code. The kids felt like we had “won” Safari.
The same is true as we monitored a mating pair of lions, tracked a parade of over 30 elephants (and were set-up for a close encounter as they crossed), encountered a leopard that had just hunted (it’s prey was still in the tree), tracked a cheetah through the grass, and watched as a Black Rhino crossed in front of our vehicle.
Of course, the national parks and reserves are not zoos, so no one could ever guarantee a sighting, but my sense is that our guide had all of the characteristics of a guide that would maximize the probability of an excellent safari. I cannot say it enough, enthusiasm makes a difference. And, more than “checking off the big five”, our experience allowed us to learn about behaviors, inter- and intra- species dynamics, and the rich history of the parks… challenges and opportunities.
In the way of lodging, the camps and lodges Martin arranged for us were all quite comfortable. Food was good, rooms were clean, locations were convenient, and they were all accommodating to our family of 5.
My sense is that Fede Tours is a smaller company that relies on a great price and excellent personal service to keep customers coming. If this is true, they deliver on both… 100%.
I highly recommend Fede Tours, without reservation. I’ve already begun sharing their contacts with friends and family. I also cannot wait to get back… every day was different and exciting!
A big thank you from me and my family to Martin and Frederick for an amazing experience.
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Email Larisa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 7-days Safari
We’re just back from our wonderful 7-days safari with Fede Tours.
It’s difficult to decide which company to choose, but Martin gave us the best price and answered almost immediately to all questions and doubts we had. At the end we can say that Fede Tours fulfilled and exceeded all our Safari expectations.
We’ve paid the deposit through m-pesa and the rest at the beginning of the safari.
All the lodges were stunning, with great service and very good food (Kibo, Zebra Plains, Sarova Lion Hill and Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge).
And our guide Dominic, was amazing. He was really friendly and he knows nearly everything about the animals. He answered all the questions and tried really hard to get as close as possible for a good view. We managed to see all animals of the big 5 and also a lot of action.
We have had the time of our lives and thanks again to Martin and Dominic who made our trip unforgettable.
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Email Robert | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This was the best experience ever
This was a trip that we spent a year planning and waiting on, when it was time to go on the trip it did not let us down and exceeded every expectation that we had. I feel that the amount of money spent on this trip was well worth it by seeing the look on my 4 yr old's face when he saw all of the animals. Martin was our contact person from the beginning, and he made everything very easy for me and was very responsive to questions when they arose. My family and I had a great time on this trip and feel that Martin being our guide was a huge part in that. If you think that you might want to go on a Safari in Kenya, then this is the tour operator that you should use very family friendly.
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Email Tomek | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive and caretaking. Happy to fulfill customers requests.
We chose Fede to arrange our "made to order" safari experience. Was not easy to trust someone relying on Internet knowledge, but now when the trip is over I am sure it was the right choice. During entire journey we felt safe, well hosted and guided with excellence. Fede managed to make our trip a really great and unforgettable experience. Martin was very helpful to advise us how to make best use of our time and money. He did a great job while arranging and guiding Safari. I would highly recommend his service. Fantastic job!
Perfect service
One of the best trips i’ve done in my life, Kenia, was a big surprise, We booked with Fede Tours because a friend of mine did it before, if You’re spanish, ask for Samu, great guide, he speaks perfect spanish, and he know a lot about animals!!!! Dont doubt, One of the best experience in our life
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Email Sam | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
From the beginning to the end, they were reliable, helpful and did the best of every situation!
The communication was always very quick and helpful. The tour operators organised the best possible trip including all our wishes. John, our guide during 5 days, was super reliable, fun and always had an immense wisedom of the nature, animals and culture, which made this trip absolutely unforgettable. The tour included everything (and more) of what we had expected and the value for money is EXCELLENT! 5/5 would recommend to plan your trip with Fede Tours and specifically to ask for John as your guide! :)
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Email Sandi Burt | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome Experience
My daughter and I had an astoundingly wonderful safari experience with Martin Vigambo of Fede Tours and Logistics.
When exploring possible destinations and safari options for a 2020 trip, Martin very quickly responded to my online questions with helpful specifics about his safari recommendations, and clear options and cost levels from which to choose. In our first phone call, he said “I will be your driver and guide.” This level of personal service from the start led me to choose Fede Tours, and his personal commitment was evident throughout 3 years of delay (my choice) due to COVID, and through the entire safari experience.
Martin is very knowledgeable about the wildlife, terrain, history and culture of Kenya, and shares facts and stories at the perfect moment to enhance the experience of witnessing animals in the wild. He is a wise and careful driver, and I always felt safe in his vehicle, even in very rough terrain. His passion for the beauty and magic of his country is evident in his genuine joy in sharing.
I never dreamed we would see so many animals and such exciting moments (for example, both cheetahs and lions hunting and killing wildebeest). We saw every animal we’d hoped to see, and many more. Martin knew where to go and how to position our vehicle to see wildlife in action, while always respecting the animals’ needs for space. He took us to three parks (Samburu, Lake Nokuru and Maasai Mara), and knew them very well. He told detailed stories about individual animals and their specific family histories.
Martin selected very comfortable accommodations for us which surpassed our expectations. We particularly loved the personalized services at two smaller camps: Ashnil Camp at Samburu Park and Mtito Safari Camp at Maasai Mara. At both of these, the level of personalized attention and care was superb. One example: after a tour of the organic garden at Mtito, our dinner that evening featured the vegetables we said we most liked
A private safari offers an opportunity to learn about one’s guide as well as wildlife. When asked, Martin was open about the rich human culture of Kenya as well as his own life experiences. He was likewise interested in ours, while always careful to respect our privacy and comfort. We left Kenya with a dear friend in Martin.
Martin met our every request with ease, and a fun and playful spirit. From start to finish, he was true to his word and went above and beyond to make our experience the best it could possibly be. I cannot recommend Fede Tours and Martin Vigambo more highly.
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Email Lin T | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Look no more.Go ahead and book it with Fede Tours!
I had an amazing trip thanks to Martin and Fredrick. Starting with sending offers in a short time, consulting and finally the whole trip from A to Z. Special thanks to my guide Fredrick, was the nicest person I’ve ever met and very patient with me during the whole trip. he took good care of “everything “like the check in at lodges, entries to the national parks. He was really knowledgeable about wildlife and culture in general. He always found the good spots for photography and shared a lot of knowledge about wildlife. After talking with other tourists I quickly realized that I was seeing more. He has not only a good guide, but also a good photographer, he took lots of pictures of animals for me. Also vehicle and organization are perfect. I always felt safe and cared for. The hotels were very well arranged. This safari was the most amazing experience of my life, I will be back again with pleasure. Fede tours is a wonderful company and I highly recommend them. I think that if you choose the Fede tours, you will be very happy!
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Email Muktar Osman Shumbe | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience with Fede Tours
I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a one-week trip to Masai Maara and Nakuru Reserve organized by Fede Tour and Logistics, and it was nothing short of extraordinary! From start to finish, Fede Tour and Logistics demonstrated their exceptional expertise in trip planning and execution. The itinerary was thoughtfully crafted, ensuring we experienced the best of both destinations while maximizing our time and minimizing travel logistics. The top-notch accommodations offered a comfortable and immersive stay amidst breathtaking natural surroundings.
Every day held a new adventure and a wealth of incredible wildlife encounters. Our knowledgeable guide, Fredicrk, from Fede Tour and Logistics, was an expert in spotting elusive creatures, passionate about conserving the environment and educating us about the local ecosystems. He effortlessly shared his wealth of knowledge, making each game drive an educational and awe-inspiring experience. Whether we were witnessing the Big Five in Masai Maara or marvelling at the abundant birdlife in Nakuru Reserve, Fredrick's attention to detail and care ensured that we were in the right place at the right time for unforgettable wildlife sightings. I highly recommend Fede Tour and Logistics for their exceptional service, attention to detail, and commitment to creating a remarkable and immersive safari experience.
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Email Jana | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once-in-a-lifetime experience with Fede Tours
What an incredible experience! Our trip with Fede Tours was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. Our guide Frederick was very knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about wildlife, making the journey even more enjoyable. Every moment on this safari felt like a magical adventure, and we felt safe and well taken care of throughout. This trip has left us with unforgettable memories and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.