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Lenchada Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2015)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Austin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Maasai Mara Safari Experience with Expert Guide Leroy
I went on a wonderful three-day safari visiting Maasai Mara. Starting from Nairobi, the journey was well-organized and smooth. Our driver and guide, Leroy, was exceptional. His expertise and dedication to ensuring we had the best views of the wildlife made all the difference. Leroy's ability to navigate and, most importantly, position us perfectly for animal sightings was remarkable, even when other vehicles were competing for the best view. Thanks to him, we had incredible close-up encounters with lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, baboons, ostriches, hippos, two leopards, and even a cheetah ambushing a herd of gazelle. His knowledge of the animals and their behaviors enriched our experience, making every moment in the park educational and thrilling. The accommodations were comfortable and the food delicious. Overall, this safari was an unforgettable adventure and great value, largely due to Leroy's exceptional skills. If you're planning a trip to Maasai Mara, I highly recommend requesting Leroy as your guide. You won't be disappointed!
Email Purity Mbuvi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Leroy our tour guide and driver was nothing short of amazing
I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a
3 day masai mara adventure organized by lenchada safaris, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences of my life. From start to finish, the company exceeded all my expectations.
The customer service was exceptional. Our tour guide and driver, Leroy, was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing his love for Masai Mara . He went above and beyond to ensure everyone in our group was comfortable and engaged, offering insightful his context and personal anecdotes about the park and the wild animals that enriched our experience.
One of the highlights of our trip was the variety of unique experiences from the cheetahs to lions, leopards and also the elephants.
I wholeheartedly recommend lenchada safaris to anyone looking to explore Masai Mara or any other destination they offer. Their commitment to providing exceptional travel experiences is evident in every aspect of their service. I look forward to booking my next adventure with them and creating more unforgettable memories.
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Email Emma | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fun weekend safari tour with excellent driver
Had a great time with Lenchada Safaris as a solo female traveler for the 3-day budget Masai Mara tour! Collins, the office point of contact, was extremely responsive to all my emails on payment method, pick up/drop off locations, etc. I paid a deposit a couple days before online, and then paid the rest in cash the first day after being picked up at my hotel and taken to the office. The drive to and from the Mara was uneventful, but be warned that the roads are pretty rough the last hour (muddy, uneven, unpaved). Also the seatbelts in the van were almost all broken, which made me a little nervous, but Moses, our driver and guide, was an excellent driver and very skilled at getting out of the muddy roads! He was helpful, friendly, and did a fantastic job pointing out animals on the safari and giving us ample opportunities for great photos and close ups. We saw basically everything except the rhinos! Especially impressed that we got to see a cheetah, since apparently there hadn’t been a sighting in three days. The lodgings were basic, no frills tents with attached bathrooms: everything was clean, secure, you could charge your phone in your tent during the hours the generator was on, and they had plenty of food during meals. The only downside was that it was fairly noisy at night with the generator and animals (monkeys, chickens, dogs)—I wish I had brought ear plugs. Altogether though, Lenchada put together a wonderful time for me and my fellow travelers, and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a quick weekend trip to the Mara!
Email Dan | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most amazing and informative tour guide we have ever had
Evans is a very good guide, he was very informative about animals and plants, he also made us feel welcome and comfortable the whole trip. The lunch locations and hotels/camps very choice and comfortable.
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Email WANG | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
very good
The tents in Masai Mara were very good, with separate toilets and baths, the driver was very humorous and he taught me to say "MANIUNIU", which means you can't see clearly
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Email Silberhorn | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari with Lenchada, Wilson Mutua and the big five
We had an amazing week!
Our tour was planned well by Lenchada (thanks Alex). The itinerary and overnight locations they proposed were spot on for our expectations.
The price they offered was very competitive.
Email conversation during the planing process and during the tour was easy and super responsive.
Our guide Wilson Mutua did a wonderful job.
Whether it was setting the right priorities, spotting the animals (i.e. big five after 2 days) or dealing with any other of our requests - Wilson had the answer.
He gave us a great time and did the best he could to go far beyond what we had hoped for.
His timing and his driving skills were always great. Wilson told us a lot about the african landscape and wildlife. Even for changing a domestic flight Wilson stepped up and called the airline for us.
He just did the best job.
Bottom Line:
We would book Lenchada and Wilson Mutua any day of the week again.
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Email Ken | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I customized group tour and it was terrific
I am so pleased with this tour. It was far beyond my expectation. The drivers made great efforts to be able to see animals up close. It was a lot of fun. This is my first safari and I am so glad I did it.
By the way, I CUSTOMIZED the GROUP tour. Yes, you can do it if you wish. I did 8 days group tour(Masai Mara 3 nights, Nakuru, Naivasha, Amboseli 2 nights). It was a great choice for me.
But, there were problems. At Masai Mara, I was not connected to the next jeep because it was full. I asked for the next game drive, then I was given a private jeep which was nice. But there were no further tour. So I asked the lady at Lenchada camp to call the tour company and ask for the next tour. She did great job and next day I was transferred by a private car to the next destination Nakuru. Then I joined another group but the tour ended at Naivasha. So I asked the driver to connect me to the Amboseli tour. Then I joined another tour to Amboseli. So, everything I contracted were given, but I had to ask for it every time.
I think this is a rare case. Customized group tour was not on routine work, so it caused problems.
Even after considering these problems, my honest rating is five stars. The safari tour was once in a lifetime excellent experience.
Lenchada Safaris and Jocky Tours are the parters and they do safari tour together. Both of them are very reputable and I do recommend them.
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Email Meraj | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Really good!
I didn't plan the trip at all but went along with a friend and it was absolutely worth it. I recommend it for everyone who's visiting Kenya as Masai Mara is not to be missed and Lenchada are professional and warm. Masai Village is also a good experience but the souvenir market is not recommend as they often sell you overpriced souvenirs that are not authentic.
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Email Jinbo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 6 days safari with Lenchada and driver Abdul
The safari is amazing, they arrange very well. I saw all big five, lion babies, leopard eating on the tree, and cheetahs hunting even. The driver Abdul is so nice, he’s always trying to make us see more animals and always has energy. I definitely recommend them !
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Email Jap | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Affordable Wildlife Adventures!
Dickson truly went above and beyond to ensure we got the most out of our safari experience, especially when it came to spotting all of the Big Five. His dedication to meeting our group's expectations was exceptional. Aside from a slight disappointment with the Maasai Village experience, everything else exceeded our hopes.
While the village visit had its downsides—a mandatory $20 fee and "uncomfortable sales tactics"—Dickson's expert guidance on the game drives and wildlife encounters more than made up for it. Unfortunately, one lady in our group had an uncomfortable experience during the visit, which serves as a reminder for everyone, especially women, to be cautious.
For future travelers, I recommend bringing binoculars for the game drives and toiletries if you're staying in a camp. These small preparations can make your safari even more comfortable and enjoyable.
