Julius Tact Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2006)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $550 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Irene | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Controller down to the last detail. Trustworthy.
I found JT Safaris here on Tripadvisor. Julius arranged our safari down to the last detail. We were picked up from our hotel in the morning and taken to the Diani beach (Ukunda) airstrip. Our plane was already waiting to take us to the beautiful Massai Mara. When we got there our guide Lucky was already waiting for us. The Drive from the airstrip to the hotel was already an experience. As Lucky says "a free african massage". Our hotel The Fig tree camp is a beautiful hotel located on the Talek rivier. The tents were clean and equipped with every luxury. The hippos in the river in front of our tent was fantastic. In the afternoon we had our first game drive. Lucky is a star at finding animals. On the first day we saw two leopards, cheetahs, many zebras and so much more. Around 7p.m. we were back at the camp where we had a delicious diner. After sitting around the campfire for a while, we went to sleep early, because Lucky would pick us up around 6. We had our breakfast and lunchboxes with us and in the dark we started driving again. To see the sunrise over the savannah with the elepants in the mist is something i cannot describe you have to experience that. After a beautiful day and after seeing so many animals Lions, leopads, widerbeest, pumba etc etc etc we returned to the camp in the evenibg, tired but satisfied. After a dip in the pool and another delicios dinner, we went to bed early. At 6 a.m. Lucky was waiting for us again fot our last game drive and onze again we were not disappointed, Kenya is a beautiful country. Around half past 11 we were back at the hotel. We packed our things and had lunck. Unfortunately our safari was over. Lucky tool us back to the airstrip. We really had tree great days. Julius thank you for arranging it ans Lucky you are really the best and nicest guide.
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Email Grace | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience
I went with JT Safaris back in 2010 to Tsavo East and West. But this time we wanted to try Masai Mara. I messaged Julius by WhatsApp and we arranged everything over text. He was able to provide quotes based on different days and budgets and we decided on 3 days 2 nights. Previously it was to pay a deposit and then after the safari to pay the remaining balance but now it’s to pay a deposit before traveling then just before the safari to pay the rest. So don’t be alarmed if you are requested this as it’s normal and Julius is very trust worthy.
Julius arranged our driver and Abdul met us at our hotel at 7am and was there 7am sharp waiting for us. We then drove to Masai Mara which took around 5 hours and went straight to Masa leisure resort which is inside the park (as some are outside the reserve). We had lunch which was buffet, rested then went on our first game drive from 3-6pm. The hotel has multiple ‘tents’ but they are more like large hotel rooms build from wood with just tent like material over them and inside had a sofa, four poster bed, shower, desk and toilet. Warm running water, electricity and a comfy bed which was all we needed. WiFi is only available in the restaurant but that was fine as it meant a nice early night. The food was also good with a variety for everyone (I’m vegan and had no trouble eating).
The park now has rules that each day you can have game drives between 6am-6pm (whereby previously it was 24hours). The first day we saw lions, zebra, elephants, zebra. We then we went back for dinner and an early night.
The next day we had a full game drive from 7am-5pm and told the hotel this and they provided a picnic lunch. The night before the chef actually came to see us and took down our requirements of what we wanted and made the picnic based on this which was fabulous! This was the best day whereby we saw elephants up close, lions within 1 metre away, leopards and cheetahs. We also went to the masa river and saw hippos and crocodiles. For lunch Abdul found us a nice tree and we had a blanket and ate our picnic outside which was fantastic. In the afternoon we then managed to see the migration of thousands of wildebeest which was breathtaking. Abdul was friendly throughout the whole trip and always asking us if we’re happy and very knowledgeable on a the animals and the park.
At the end of the drive on the second day Abdul told us that we had to leave the reserve by 10am the next day and couldn’t do a game drive as the rules only allowed for two days. I rang Julius as I was disappointed by this as assumed this was a 3 day safari and I think this was due to our communication by WhatsApp whereby I was very lax on the itinerary and didn’t ask much (not the full breakdown of day to day). But Julius at once realized I wanted three day game drive so paid for the final day without question which was so kind. We ended up having an amazing drive in the morning seeing more lions right next to our jeep.
We then headed back to Nairobi and was dropped off at our hotel late in the afternoon.
Overall even though it was 13 years since my last safari with Julius I couldn’t fault him and his team again. He rang daily to check we were enjoying ourselves, he accommodated based on our price range and gave us an amazing experience.
Can’t wait for our next safari where i will 100% be coming back with Julius again.
Email beverly | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional and personal safari provided an amazing safari experience (our 2nd with Julius)
Just back from an amazing safari booked with Julius (JT Safaris) in Kenya. We, alongside Julius, booked a 10 day safari flying in and out of Nairobi. Harrison was our guide and driver. This was our 2nd time to Kenya, the 1st being 15 years ago, when Julius also organised our itinerary.
We started off with 2 days in Samburu, foolowed by 2 days in the Ol Pejeta Game Sanctuary, 1 day Lake Nakuru, I day Lake Naivasha anr 3 days Masai Mara. We travelled in a landcruiser – I would say an essential with the roads.
The experience we had was memorable for all the right reasons. We saw a diverse and plentiful amount of wildlife. Harrison was full of knowledge, an excellent spotter and a very special man to travel alongside. Harrison ensured we were comfortable en route and in our accommodation; taking into account our personal requirements.
Accommodation was a mixture of camps and lodges – all great with tasty food.
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Email Eric | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great again with Julius
Since 2007, we have already been connected to Julius by JTsafaris. In recent years, we had contact with Kenya but we could not go to Kenya. Last weeks we enjoyed the more of Kenya and the safari organized by Julius. We went for an 8-day safari. Kennedy the driver picked us up at Nairobi airport. We went to the Masai Mara for 3 nights. Followed by a night in Nakuru. Then 2 nights under the smoke of the Kilimanjaro camp in Amboseli. We were there in 2008, but what a great surprise was that, what a great camp has become. Finally, one night to Tsavo. Of course we spotted the big 5 again. Great how Julius has done everything for us again. Our confidence is once again preservation. Eventually we were dropped off for 10 delicious relax days at Baobab resort in Ukunda. What have enjoyed everything and are going to be very satisfied at home again? See you next occasion Rafiki Julius ❤️
Email Wendy O’Connor | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Attention to detail of every step through booking and follow up during trip and afterwardsx
Booking with Julius was a very easy process and his attention to detail to include everything we wanted was exceptional. His choice of camp and driver couldn’t have been any better for what we wanted and our budget.
Email Rebecca Les | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Safari Experience
After reading other trip advisor reviews I decided to book my safari with Julius before we even arrived in Kenya. His communication and organisation was excellent. We had an amazing safari and our driver Harrison was brilliant. We did a 3 night safari and 3 nights were at Salt lick lodge which was a wonderful place to observe the animals coming to the watering hole. Harrison was full of interesting knowledge and he was also flexible if we wanted to change our plan for the day. Harrison’s knowledge and keen eye for spotting wildlife meant that we saw so many types of animals. The last morning watching a cheetah chase down a Heart Beast was an unforgettable experience. On my birthday Harrison took us to a view point at sunset and arranged a bottle of champagne to watch the sun set. I can honestly say with everything we saw that day and the champagne at sunset that it was the best birthday I’ve ever had. Cannot thank Julius and Harrison enough and would definitely book another excursion with them in the future.
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Email Peter | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent, profesional service hihgly recommend
Highly recommend, great service and offers thanks
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Email Carolina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Masai Mara Experience
The safari in Masai Mara was wonderful. The agency had everything quite organized. The Fig Tree Camp was amazing!! Great food, the tents are great and comfortable, the service is outstanding. There are so many trees and a beautiful river, so it is a great place for birding....
My guide was Lucky. He is a Masai and knows so much about wildlife and also he is an expert on birds which was a big plus for me!!! I also learned a lot from him about the Masai culture.
I was a solo traveller and I felt quite comfortable. I really recommend Julius Safaris as a serious agency with high standards that offers good prices for the safaris!!
Email Sarah | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Efficient, caring and excellent
We booked our 3 day 2 night safari to the Masaai Mara through JT Safaris before we had left home for our holiday because JT offers great service and price! Actually this is the second time we had booked a safari with JT Safaris as we were impressed with the service on our first booking.
The booking was smooth and easy. Julius kept in touch on WhatsApp so that communication was good.
The safari at Governor's Camp was fantastic, as much wildlife as you would want to see including the big 5.
We can't thank JT Safaris enough and recommend to anyone thinking of booking a safari in Kenya.
Perfect Safari with JT!
The journey has been wonderful! Thanks to Julius who organized everything perfectly! We had the best guide Abdul - polite, attentive, funny and supportive. We spent 10 days on safari, traveling from park to park. All accommodation was excellent, no complaints.