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Apodiformes Adventures
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Member Of:
- Kenya Tourism Regulatory Authority, AFRICA TOURISM ASSOCIATION & FRIENDS OF NAIROBI NATIONAL WILDILIFE CONSERVATION
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $75 to $250 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Carlos | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Chased by Armed Park Rangers with kids inside the Jeep
Be very careful, Silas’ tour driver, lied to my an my family about the Jeep being broke down. He stole the money I payed to entered the Masai Mara Park & left us stranded at the hotel instead of taking us to the National Reserve. Silas made excuses not to refund the money stolen and never payed back. The day before, this driver Peter didn’t stop at a Ranger security checkpoint, and the rangers chased our Jeep with guns while I had 3 small kids & 1 baby inside the car. After raising a formal complaint to Silas about his driver, He never reimbursed the money stolen and the time we lost. Be very careful with this company, don’t be fooled. Awful experience in a Africa with kids, being robbed and chased with family when we just wanted to have fun at the Masai Mara Park. I will never come back to that place and never would consider using this thieves’ company.
Reply from Apodiformes Adventures
Posted on Feb 24, 2020Halo Carlos,
We are surprised that you have extended your threats to this end!
I want to state as follows;
1. You did not book this safari through safaribookings.
You were referred by a client who had booked a succesful safari with us through Tourist Link. His good experience with us made you book this safari!
2. We organized for you a 2 night safari to Mara Mara of which I personally picked you from the airport and handed you to our driver who was to be your tour guide.
3. You went for safari and came back a happy man with your family and Upon being dropped to the airport to take your flight home, you gave the tour guide some good tip , an indication that you were so much satisfied by our services. You did not express any dissatisfaction
4. Two days later I got a whatsapp message from you complaining that the same tour guide you tipped some good money did not deliver to you . You have come up with so much allegations that the driver did not take you to all the game drives as required .
For this reason, you have kept demanding and threatening the Company to refund you half of the money you paid ( that is half of 1500USD which 750USD).
When we saw this review on safribookings this morning , we realized that indeed you are not genuine and consider you as someone who is out to destroy and bring down our Company as you have severally indicated in your past whatsapp messages . You have repeatedly made it clear to us that you will bring down this Company by all means.
5. You have gone ahead to say in your allegations that you were chased around by game rangers at the park and that you missed game drives . Now brings me back to my question : Before departing to Masai Mara I briefed you about the tour and made it clear that your tour guide who was your driver had all the money for your park fees. I gave the guide all the money in broad day light with you sitted and watching.
Masai Mara Game Reserve has specific entries where all vehicles use. You cannot get into the park with tourists without paying. I find it hard to belive that you entered the park and the rangers kept chasing you around.
6. Finally despite having two nights in Masai Mara, you never bothered to call me informing me about the problems you were facing. Why did you tip the guide after all this bad experience? Why did you wait to reach home and start threatening me while you had my phone number and email during safari ? If indeed you were genuine you could have called or even informed the lodge to call me following all these problems you were experiencing . You have severally threatened and insisted that you will make sure our Company is bankrupt or closed! Is this the right way to solve issues?
We are a professional Tour Company in Kenya which operates on strict ethical guidlines .
kind regards
Email Gabriella | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best safari in kenya
I contacted Silas of Apodiformes Adventures on the advice of a friend, I must say that it was the most beautiful safari I have ever done.
Silas proved to be very helpful and very accurate with information and advice. I wanted to go on a safari a little different from the packages offered by the agencies, but I couldn't afford a private safari. Silas has accepted my requests and offered me a safari tailored for me with a really great price !! I must say that the organization was excellent, I shared the stages of the route with various people depending on their itinerary, and I liked this very much. The drivers were very good and excellent guides, I felt safe because everything was perfectly coordinated and I enjoyed the safari of my dreams. Thanks to Sials and all the staff. Highly recommended
Email Seema | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic tour! Silas was super organised and helpful throughout.
This trip was everything we dreamed of and more. It was a fantastic safari, from seeing the big five to the accommodation and food. It wasn’t luxury but it’s what we paid for and exactly what we expected, in a positive way.We were amazed by the hospitality that we received from everyone that we met. Silas was amazing from even before we reached Kenya, he was helpful in every aspect from planning our trip right to the end. Edward, our driver during the safari, was great!! Very knowledgeable when it came to the animals and safaris in general. Overall, It was great!!
DE
Email Stefan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Quite a road trip
First of all a should say that anyone doing a safari in Kenya should be prepared for lots of driving (more on the road than in the National parks) and getting up early every day. I didn't expect that and in particular the long road drives were really pretty long, but they were totally worth it! Seeing the animals in the park was fantastic. The scenery was majestic. Visiting the Masai village was a great experience and all guides were very knowledgeable and excellent drivers both on and off the paved road. Communication with Silas was also really good.
RU
Email Ekaterina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reality has exceeded expectations!
While the memories are fresh, I want to share my impressions of the seven-day Safari! Don't wait for anything and you will get everything! First of all, I want to thank Silas! Silas always patiently answered all my questions, because I am an individual traveller and I had a lot of concerns.. even if there were unforeseen situations, Silas always found a solution that was profitable for me! The accommodation was quite acceptable, good food, friendly staff. Only in the last place, in Amboseli, for a small fee, I was upgraded..
Secondly, thanks to our drivers: Patrick and Maxwell., we saw a lot of animals, took great photos and got a lot of positive emotions! These guys know animals and love their work very much.
I recommend this company to You! The price/quality ratio is 10/5.
EG
Email Bassem | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very organized and value of money
They are clear and honest in schedule . Well orgainsed
GI
Email gerry mccarthy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
amazing everything was perfect . no problems with anything.
they were available 24/7 and nothing was a problem we arranged the whole trip and advised me all the way .
AE
Email Eliana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing tour
The safari and everything we were able to see was amazing, our Tour guide Janto, was the most patient, helpful person, always making sure we were enjoying the trip, answering all of our questions and taking care of us. Thank you Janto!! You are amazing!
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Email Allari thomas | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3 parks, all the animals, nice people
The contact we have was really reactive. It let us ask as many question as we want
Email Nicol | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Was very satisfied with all the help and quick booking. Made my time in kenya very rememberable
Was very happy and satisfied with my tour guides on my tour to kenya. They helped with giving me the best of my time there