Customized Experiences
Kudu Hills Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2014)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $80 to $350 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Emma | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Above and beyond service, best Safari ever and I have been on many!
Firstly I want to say that I am in tourism myself. I have a camp in the Sahara Desert and I work with desert and tour drivers. I am born and bread in Africa although British. I wanted my children to come and see where their mother grew up. This trip was very important to me. I wanted an authentic, comfortable experience. Bernard worked through my wishes and changes bending over backwards for us. We booked last minute in the end (1 week before arriving) due to work and visa constraints.
I cannot fault this Safari. Even in the hotel, we had the best family suite, in the tented lodge we had the best tent with a complete view of the Masai Mara, it was breath-taking. Both accommodation were superb. The most important aspect of the trip was our driver in the Masai - John, he had 30 years experience in tracking and was a conservation and ecologist. Daily educating us and my 11 year old son who got such an education from him. We saw more animals than any people at our camp or I dare say with drivers less experienced from very expensive luxury camps, as we witnessed, sadly the disrespect of many drivers. John was a rare diamond.
We never had to wait to be collected along the itinerary, Bernard the owner came to meet us on arrival and give us gifts.
I contact several safari agencies claiming to be exceptional and fast with response. They were not or they wanted to chat and it became laborious with them before I started. Bernard went straight onto whatsapp with me and sent itineraries which I could respond to quickly. He always found solutions quickly and efficiently, it was a joy to deal with him. I'm way to busy for laborious selling. What sets Kudu apart is that you are looked after by the boss, with huge experience. Mara Engai Lodge was great, tents in the jungle with guards to walk with you. Stunning views and the nicest staff I have ever met.
We then went onto Amboseli as I wanted to see the tuskers. As we enter there was 'Craig' we knew we had been lucky, Tawi lodge that we arrived at could not believe it. We love Tawi lodge too, really special, our bathroom had a bath view of Kilimanjaro! They had a swimming pool next to a watering hole, when the kids were swimming an elephant walked up! I told Jack our second driver that we were here just for the elephants, he then changed his plan, enlisting a Masai Guide called David. We then collected David and had a private view with Craig and we were able to get so incredibly close to this giant tusker as he trusted the guide.
We had a really wonderful time I could not fault it, even the staff on the small aircraft were so incredibly lovely and professional. In Nairobi I took the children to the Elephant orphanage, Kudu even helped me organise this, even though it wasnt part of our itinerary. They also helped me with my Tanzanian visas, if they hadnt stepped in Im not sure we would have been able to spend our last week in Zanzibar which I had booked independently. They really went above expectation helping us even though it wasnt part of our package. Will definatly use them again and so should you!
Email Nyamrigo | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Service and always comes through for me at the last minute
Kudu Safari is "that guy". Liz always comes through with last minute bookings and accommodates all me request to the last letter.
Email Davis | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Efficient
Time bound- picks the travellers at the right time.
Friendly - the relationship with the clients
Comfortable van. Very accommodating
Email Janet masila | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantabulous
I couldn't ask for more
Elizabeth recommended the hotel,booked and made transfers so easy for our group,all we did was to lay back and relax. Pick up n drop off were very on time
Mr Matano shukran.
We are greatful.
Email Ngigi Karanja | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An excellent person in his profession
They are the best agency who makes you feel that the value of your money has not gone to waste. Their services is exemplary good and the best of all is that they have packaged their services such that it is affordable to everyone. I can't wait to book my next holiday with them.
Email Corin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Outstanding service once again
I had traveled with Bernard from Kudu hills previously so it was a very easy decision to use them again, and as before it was a great outcome.
We had a safari to the Masai mara that was an unbelievable experience, and then they helped us set up a trek over the remote Loita hills, which was simply out of this world.
As before, Bernard and the team went above and beyond to ensure that we had an amazing safari, and I'll be using them when I next return to Kenya.
Huge thanks to the team at Kudu!
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Email Estefanía | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
Masai Mara was amazing with Kudu Safaris, our driver/guide called James, was the best. He really knows the park, he took us to the best places to see animals and I think this is so important when you are looking for a agent to go. We saw the whole wild animals there.
Thank you so much/ Asante Sana/ Muchas gracias !!!!
CH
Email Philippe S. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kudu Safari made our 2 day trip to Amboseli a great experience that we will never forget
We had a great 2-day experience in Amboseli and Juma was an excellent driver and guide. Also, the Serena Amboseli Hotel was perfect to stay and relax. We certainly recommend the Kudu way. Thank you very much.
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Email Charlene | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very detail oriented and everything was smooth and well planned
The plan for the trip was clearly communicated in written form. Various options were given based on price... the hotel proposed was really great with super tasty cuisines.... service was also very personal and the safari guide very knowledgeable about the animals and the park in general. Iwould definitely recommend Kudu safaris for a stress free holiday experience
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Email Wim Laven | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Highly Recommended
I highly recommend Kudu Hills Safaris, it was exactly what I was looking for.
Benard is the owner and he was an excellent guide. He was responsive to feedback, looking to provide all requested (and unrequested) accommodations.
One real bonus was his prowess as a photographer. He took hundreds of pictures and shared them with us. A real added bonus since the only pictures I get of myself are usually posed or selfies, and they don't capture the moment.
He selected comfortable accommodations, and the whole group was pleased.
We went to Maasai Mara, and it is a magical place, and you will certainly enjoy the magic.
I recommend people who really want to experience the wildlife to get a high quality guide like Benard. We saw two prides of lions, cheetahs, and hundreds of elephants and etc. but, not everyone sees lions or cheetahs. Knowledgable guides will give you better chances of seeing the animals you are hoping to see in the wild, and more information about all of the animals you see and what you may be able to expect.
There are no guarantees that can be made, you may be get lucky, but a good guide increases your luck.
Safari means journey, make it an enjoyable one!