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 Tine | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Vraie expérience Masai /Authentic Masai experience
Mpairo et son équipe sont d'excellents guides. C'est une plus-value absolue d'aller dans la région avec de vrais Masai. Les guides et les observateurs ont grandi dans le Masai Mara et connaissent la région comme leur poche. Ils sont maîtres dans l'art de trouver des animaux et sont toujours très excités chaque fois qu'ils repèrent un rhinocéros ou un léopard rare. Le service et le déjeuner étaient délicieux et l'apéritif au coucher du soleil est également fortement recommandé. Voulez-vous une véritable expérience dans le Masai Mara? N'hésitez pas et réservez avec Namayiana !!
Mpairo and his team are excellent guides. It’s a significant added value to travel with real Masai who grew up in the region and know the park like the inside of their pocket. They are masters in finding animals and remain super excited when they retrieve a rare rhino or leopard. The service and lunch were excellent and I would definitely recommend the sundowners. If you’re looking for an authentic experience in the Masai Mara, I would not hesitate and book again with Namayiana!!
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Email TimN | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
John is a legend
As the safari with Namayiana Safaris was my first safari experience, I honestly have to admit that I cannot compare.
However, I can report on my experience and it was unforgettable. I don't know what I would have missed. John and the others are real Maasai and know their country incredibly well. Traveling with them was very impressive and educational. It was always a lot of fun and the wishes of the guests were addressed as well as possible. I saw all the animals I wanted to see and many more, at this point many greetings to Solomon and Jonathan, very good spotters!
My overnight stays at "Enchoro Camp", which were also organized through Namayiana Safaris, were also very pleasant. John speaks English and German, which made communication very easy, the others all speak English too, so we were always able to exchange ideas!
I had an unforgettable time and am really looking forward to my next visit!
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Email Anton | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari !
This whas my second safari in Kenya with Namayiana Safari, and its whas very good.
All the parks and the camp i visit whas great !
Mpairo and his freinds do a very good Job to spot the animal and fix any problems!
I Also visit a Masai village and that whas very interesting, that its a thing that you should do if you get the upportinity !
I can realy recomend to do a safari whit Namayiana Safaris if you visit Kenya !
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Email Lisa C | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely AWESOME!!!!
This tour delivered an experience like no other. I wanted the real deal and they sooo delivered!!! Mpairo, Solomon, Jimmy and Moses went out of their way to make me feel comfortable as I was a solo female traveler. I always felt safe and at ease and never lonely. Jimmy was fantastic at getting the Landcruiser close to the animals for the best pictures. He was also very knowledgeable. Solomon, a true Maasai warrior, was kind, caring, protective, and the sweetest man you could ever meet. It was wonderful learning about his culture, people, way of life and his experiences. I spent 2 days/nights living and sleeping in his village and felt welcome and cared for by all. The Maasai people are wonderful!! This was the trip of a lifetime that Namayiana Safaris provided to me! They customized it to exactly what I was looking for and it far exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend them to everyone and will definitely be going on safari again with them!! An AMAZING tour company with INCREDIBLE people!!!!! A special thanks to Jimmy and Solomon
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Email RK - The Travel Bug | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing and Well Versed with Mara !!!
This was the second time that i visited Masai Mara and my previous experience with Namayiana it was a no brainer which operator to choose and like last time it was not a regret, Namayiana team is a bunch of enthusiast people who make sure your wildlife experience is a memory and as i am now like a family to John Mpairo who is the owner of Namayiana, I got the privilege to have Moses as my Guide and Simon as the driver, the 3 days in mara was wonderful, infact got not only glimpse the big 5 but a very relaxed and long sighting specially the Single horn Rhino, we were with this wonderful but very shy and aggressive animal for over 20 min, we almost go the cheetah kill hadn't it been because of the smart zebras, we visited the sand river which lot of people miss but Moses had different plans for us and its was wonderful experience as well. As i am a wildlife lover and enthusiast that 4 days is never fulfilling 2for me but with Namayiana i get the comfort and assurance that i will atleast have memories that i can cherish and tales i can pass on. Waiting for my 3rd visit to Mara and of course it will be with Namayiana. For people who want to see the glimpse of Mara and how well Namayiana can subscribe to my channel and watch the videos. "https://youtube.com/user/leorulz998"
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Email Phéline & Elke | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Would definitely book again!
Me and my friend booked a safari experience in Maasai Mara with Namayiana. Communication with John/Mpairo was very clear, informative and reassuring from the start. He helped us put together a private safari for 3 days taking into account our budget. On the first day, we were picked up on time in Nairobi by Sammy. He is an excellent driver and a very knowledgeable guide, who finds the perfect balance between showing and teaching you about the beauty and wildlife Maasai Mara has to offer, while at the same time giving you your space to take it all in during the drive. We spent the night in Enchoro Camp: a really cool eco lodge with all the basics you need (including a nice hot shower!) ran by friendly and helpful staff. Overall a great experience that we would book again without any hesitation. Highly recommended, thanks again guys!
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Email Katharina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic and unfortgettable experience with Namyiana Safaris
We have been looking forward to our trip to Kenya for two years and Namayiana Safaris was there for us not only during the trip but also all the time leading up to the trip. Whether it was questions about the packing list or travel vaccinations, John always had an open ear. Our safari was planned completely according to our wishes and needs and with great attention to detail!
It's hard to put into words what I experienced, but I'll try. We spent a week with our guides Moses and Solomon and they shared all their knowledge about animals, nature, but also the country and people with us. They both did a fantastic job and we couldn't have asked for better company. We had traveled to four friends from Germany, but after a short time it felt like we were traveling with 6 friends.
We first went to the Maasai Mara, a beautiful national park where we were able to discover the entire Big 4 in 1.5 days (unfortunately the rhinos hid too well in the mountains). But that's not all, the incredibly diverse landscape and the multitude of different animals that can be discovered there made the Maasai Mara the number one national park visited. We slept at Enkorok Mara Camp, which Namayiana Safari chose superbly (glamping and delicious food just a few meters from the entrance of the national park).
Another highlight was that we were able to experience our wedding the Maasai way and at the same time spend a day and a night in the traditional Maasai village with Moses' family. We were welcomed so warmly and learned a lot about the lives of the people there.
We will tell our grandchildren about this experience, but you can't describe it, you have to experience it. The best way to do this is with Namayiana Safaris!
The rest of the trip, like the first three days, exceeded our expectations. We took a boat across Lake Naivasha, went on a walking safari on Crescent Island, saw the herds of elephants and Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park and observed the animals colored by the red earth in Tsavo East.
All accommodations were individual and very nice, we ate well and slept well. Even though the nights were mostly over at 6:30 a.m., we could hardly wait to go on safari.
Whether professional or hobby photographer, the guides at Namayiana Safaris always position their guests for the perfect photo while making sure not to disturb the animals.
This is really a recommendation from the heart!
The Kenya trip was our dream trip and Namayiana Safaris made it possible.
We are very grateful and would love to fly there again directly!
PS To all those who are flying there soon: take pens and drawing pads with you, the children will thank you! And when you pack your clothes, it's best to only take things that you can try at the end of the holiday (t-shirts, tricots, jackets, etc.). The people there are very happy about it and you have space for souvenirs in your backpack ;)
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Email trevor lowthers | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Namayiana Safaris got me into the spots that pro photographers dream of. culture and animals.
I'm an avid traveler and pro photographer from Canada. Namayiana are top shelf in their ability to find the unique wildlife and cultural experiences. From John and Corinna in constant contact to the lodges ( I highly recommend Enkorok Lodge) to the abundance of wildlife and village opportunities. Moses, Solomon, and Tony. You are my Maasai brothers and the most fantastic bush butlers a guy could hope for. An honor to see and be family. Many thanks and so highly recommended. I hope my photos speak the many words of appreciation.
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Email Sven | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience and Great People!
We had a wonderful time with Namayiana Safaris in Kenya in September 2022.
This trip was like a dream.
Everything was perfectly planned according to our wishes, and it was even better than we could have expected!
We (2 couples from Germany) spent 1 week with our guides Moses and Solomon and after just a few hours we felt like a group of 6 friends travelling together.
During our trip we visited the Maasai Mara (our favorite park!), Lake Naivasha, Amboseli and Tsavo East. It is very difficult to describe, you really need to see it.
Beautiful Nature, friendly and happy people, wild animals, and adventure, all together in one week.
We are so grateful that we found Namayiana Safaris and get to know Mpairo (John) and his team.
Also highly recommended to wildlife photographers... they will bring you in the best position for the perfect picture.
