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
Fantastic Service from JT Safaris
This was probably one of the most memorable holidays I have ever had, thanks to the detail and organisation by Julius and his team. I had previously sourced quotes from some UK travel companies, but these were all for shared, small group safaris. I really wanted a private safari and, after a lot of research, I decided to contact JT Safaris. To my surprise, Julius provided me with a quote for a private safari in the Masai Mara and a beach stay in Diani at much less than the previous quotes for the shared safaris. This included all internal flights, transfers etc so all we had to do was arrange our flights to Nairobi. Initially I was a little sceptical at booking something that I knew very little about but I was reassured by other reviews. At times communication was a little slow but I have since learnt that this is just how things are in Kenya - the internet can be intermittent and Julius is a busy man. Do not worry if he doesn't get back to you immediately - he will definitely make sure that everything is organised. I was also a little worried about transferring a large amount of money to an unknown company, but transferring via Revolut was quick and easy. As promised, we were picked up by our drivers at every point in the holiday and felt safe and secure at all times. The highlight of the trip had to be our safari driver Harrison, who is just the nicest man! He made sure that we had the trip of a lifetime and worked tirelessly to meet our needs. We learnt so much from him about the animals and the Kenyan way of life. He had a great sense of humour and amazed us with how much he knew about the Masai Mara roads. As a result of this, we managed to see the Big 5 and so many more! Our accommodation at both Fig Tree Camp and Diani Sea Resort was fantastic - again all organised by Julius who also came to visit us at Diani to check that everything was ok.
If you are looking for a bespoke service with everything organised for you then this is the company to book with. In addition to this, you will get a great price and memories that will last a lifetime! Thank you Julius, Harrison and your team.
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.
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.
CO
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!!
SK
Email Peter | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent, profesional service hihgly recommend
Highly recommend, great service and offers thanks
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.
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.
NL
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 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.
AE
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.
