Director Mpairo Ole Kiyapi explaining about herbs
Namayiana Safaris and Tours
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Jon | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful experience of the Masai Mara
I did a 3 day Safari trip to the Masai Mara with Namayiana Safaris.
Mpairo and his team were very professional in organizing my Safari. They were in touch with me all along the way to support any requests which I might have.
I also enjoyed meeting Mpairo's (John) brother, Moses, when staying at the camp site and he showed us around the Masai village near by, which was a fantastic experience as well.
The Masai Mara, of course, was stunning with many wildebeest and zebra herds still around, despite it being late in August.
I would certainly recommend organizing your trip to Masai Mara through Namayiana Safaris. Especially since it is a company run by members of the Masai community themselves.
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Email Elisabeth | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic agency, experience of a lifetime
I spent a week in the Maasai Mara and had the trip of a lifetime. Corinna and Mpairo offer the perfect balance of true, unadultered Maasai life and a few western amenities that make life a little easier. The entire family is warm and welcoming, I felt truly immersed in the culture and their life and got to witness things you can't usually experience - for instance, visiting the medicine man and trying to figure out the proper Maasai greeting for the entire week, with plenty of help from everyone. I highly, highly recommend booking the Maasai Village Homestay for this - the only way you will eat true a true Maasai BBQ, spend the night in a traditional house (although one modified for comfort - there's good coffee, and they have electricity, you can charge your electronics!) and hang out with Mpairo's adoreable nieces and nephews.
Our game drive was one of the best days of my whole three-month-journey across Africa. Mpairo grew up there and it really shows, he seems to know where there will be lions long before any of the other guides. Also worth noting, his English is very good and both he and Corinna are very knowledgeable when it comes to the wildlife, they could answer every question I had. I didn't get to see all of the big five (although Mpairo truly didn't want to give up the search, the man is determined to show you the absolute best time you could possibly have), but that's just how it is sometimes and it didn't lessen the experience in the slightest.
They also showed me around the other villages, introduced me to a lot of other people, and showed me the way to get a cold beer. Mpairo also seems to know everyone everywhere, can solve any problem in minutes, and makes sure you will never get ripped off no matter where you buy something, and Namayiana themselves and the family never ask for any additional donations or money that wasn't agreed upon, and don't pressure you into buying anything anywhere - from what I hear this is not always the case and I felt very safe with them. Additionally, Mpairo, Corinna, Mpairo's brother, uncle, the women and kids are just genuinely very nice people who are excited to share their culture with you.
Communication beforehand while booking was easy and prompt, and they send me on my way with plenty of very helpful tips for the rest of my trip. All in all, I loved my time with them and hope I can go back sometime! Next time I wanna do a balloon ride, too!
Thank you, Corinna and Mpairo, and say hi to everyone!
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Email Maike & Niels | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extraordinary Experience
This is really a must-do when you are in Kenya or East Africa - these guys are doing an amazing job.
We spent a whole week within the Maasai Village, while you normally stay inside a Camp. Living in the village with Mpairo, Corinna and the family was really an extraordinary and totally geat experience. Though we could learn a lot about culture and warm hearts. We drank tea in the maasai houses, cooked together with them, met a lot of cows, sheeps, goats, cats, dogs and puppies and felt at home.
The house and guest room is very cosy and nice. It offers more comfort than a traditional maasai house like a matress, a couch, a terasse, a kitchen and basic bathroom.
During our visit we went on a Game Drive with Corinna and Mpairo where we could see a lot of great animals like for example lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalos, hyenas, zebras, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes and many more. It was really a lot of fun and Mpairo knows the parc very well and is great in finding all the animals.
We also went for half day hiking tour with Moses und Koreata which gave us the opportunity to learn about the nature surrounding us.
Next to that we were able to visit the school and another traditional Maasai village.
What also was really interesting for us was to visit the market and the "shopping center".
All-in-All this was one of the best weeks during our world travel so far.
So, everybody we met: thank you so much for everything.
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Email Vicki and Terry | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip of a lifetime with the most experienced Safari operators in the Maasai Mara
We traveled from the state of Washington to Kenya on our first safari and chose Namayiana Safaris because our daughter in law and our son, whom we traveled with had researched this safari company as we all wanted to see the Maasai warriors and visit in their village. Our guide is actually a Maasai warrior. This trip more than met our expectations in every way possible. Their van had a pop top so we could stand to get a view of the animals. Their knowledge of animals, their habits, how close we could get to them was exceptional and so educational. They basically stop at nothing to make sure you see all of the animals, and I mean very up close!!! We actually saw the the Big 5 twice and a lion taking down a wildebeest and feeding the pride.
Our every need was met and any special requests we had were always fulfilled. At times they had to go off course to get what we wanted. We always felt very safe in our accommodations which were very nice and had great chefs. The food was different but it was nice to eat the food of their culture as we experienced their culture.
Our guides John and Sammy and Corinna were so kind , considerate, accommodating, and intellectual.
I personally feel we could not have had some of our experiences with another Safari company. Our safari was for 11 days and we really hope we can make this trip again.
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Email Carol | under20 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing nature and culture!
Our guide, Mpairo was a Maasai himself.
He knows the park by heart and shows you everything you want.
We were able to see the big 5 within 3 full days.
We also walked in the park with a ranger next to the river with hippos and crocodiles.
We stayed at Sopa Lodge, which was amazing.
Lunch included 4 courses and dinner was a buffet.
We also had a group of monkeys in the hotel to entertain us.
The pool is perfect to cool down after a hot trip on the safari.
We also stayed at the Maasai Village for 1 night.
This is not as luxurious as the hotel but it is definitely worth it!
This is the only way to join the habbits of the culture.
They welcomed us with local food (which was very nice).
Then we went for a walk (it's a hard walk in the mountain but the view from above is amazing)
When we came back, Mpairo's brother made a bonfire where he made us a goatleg on the BBQ.
The morning after we did a balloonride where we saw lions, a big group of buffalos, hyena, elephants and many more. (I really recommend to do this!!)
Mpairo is really friendly and flexible.
I would love to go back with this organization!
Thanks again for the nice trip and say hi to your brother!
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Email Sid | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari with exceptional service!
I was put in touch with John through a friend to help coordinate a safari and he did not disappoint. He provided us with options that best suited our budget and the duration of our visit. He responded quickly to my inquiries and was also able to help me with any travel questions I had as this was my first visit to Kenya. The safari itself was amazing and they did a great job of trying to find all the animals we wanted to see! John and Corrina were extremely welcoming and took care of us the entire time - we thoroughly enjoyed spending the day with them! I would highly recommend using them for your safari adventure!
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Email Adarsh | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing lifetime experience
We booked a 5 day Great Rift Valley Safari with Namayiana Safaris. We were not sure about what to expect since we were going to Kenya and Africa for the very first time. The booking itself was simple and Mpairo (John) kept checking with us and answered all our questions. We were picked up in Nairobi and our journey started from there. We were very pleased that Mpairo and Corrina were there with us in Maasai Mara. They are all on our game drives, sat down with us for lunch and dinner. Our accomodation Fisi camp had such nice hosts. They prepared a fantastic meal for new years eve. All in all, we have a very nice time.
The game drives themselves were at "out of the world" experience. Mpairo is just excellent at tracking animals. He is always the first one to spot them! Then the other cars arrive: D We managed to see the Big 5, in addition to lots of other animals and were very happy. We visited the nearby Maasai village and it was very nice.
After the Mara, we continued to Lake Naivasha and Nakuru where we had 2 more game drives. We had some small problems in Lake Nakuru, but Mpairo intervened and solved them in minutes. This is a lot.
We would definitely like to visit again and would recommend them to family and friends.
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Email Amy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip of a life time.
I have been planning a trip to Kenya for years, and John and Corrina did not disappoint. They treated us like kings and we never wanted for anything. We spent 11 days with them. Every detail was planned out perfectly. We saw countless animals and the big 5 twice before 11:00 am. We were fortunate enough to see a pride of lions kill a wildebeest. We were lucky enough to stay in the village with John and Corinna, and humbled by thier hospitality. We did a walking tour of crescent island and multiple game drives. This safari met my wildest dreams.
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Email Pansy | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommendation of Namayiana Safari. LOVE KENYA. LOVE MASSAI MARA.
Thank you so much for the good service and nice trip plan of Namayiana Safari. We met the owner "John", a very nice, funny and friendly guy. We enjoyed all the moments in Kenya. Camping in Fisi Camp, found the big 5 in the Game Drive, Nake Nakuru to experience the Boat Safari to see the Hippo n different types of beautiful birds. Village the Massai village, experience their cultures...We loved and enjoyed so much. Miss you John and Corinna, a very nice couple you have met.
Looking forwards to come to Kenya again.
highly recommendation. With Love
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Email Alexandra | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Experience
John is the best guide one could imagine. Our safari with him was an unforgettable experience! He knows every corner of the Masai Mara and always finds the best spot to watch animals. What is more, he is a very fun guy with a lovely personality! Our 2-day-Safari was simply amazing and I totally recommend it to anyone visiting Kenya!