Marurumi Safaris
Marurumi Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Member Of:
- AMREF, Magical Kenya & Tripadvisor
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $130 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email El | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wow is the best way to describe my experience this past week with Marurumi Safaris.
At all times, James went above and beyond the expectations of a safari guide. He has been guiding for a long time, knows where the best spots are to take you, and his English is flawless.
We did the 4 day Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, budget tour. We spent a lot of time browsing options before booking our trip and we are so grateful we chose this tour.
James, the owner of the company was our guide. He was timely on pickups, flexible with the schedule and allowed us to see more than we would have with any other guide.
During the first evening game drive, he got us up close to a black rhino, family of elephants, multiple groups of giraffes, zebras and more. The best part of the evening was the endless amount of cool facts James knew off the top of his head about each animal. Watching the sun set over the savanna while watching ostriches run right in front of our tour van was also a highlight.
Every restaurant he brought us to had great food, a nice private seating, an awesome vibe, and great scenery views. The safari accommodations were by far the nicest and cleanest places we stayed in Nairobi, which was a perk as well. I also appreciated his dedication to cleaning out the van every night, restocking the water cooler, and giving us the option of what time to start the day. We usually started between 6:45-7:45am.
The last 3 days were a blur of good experiences as well… the next day game drive was BEYOND exciting, our van was 10 feet away from with a lion eating a zebra for breakfast, then we saw hippos, leopards, gazelles, hyenas, warthogs, the Tanzania border, parked in the road and had a family of ~13 lions walk around us (on either side), had an awesome picnic lunch and then learned about the Masai culture with a personal tour guide and by visiting a village.
The lake navasha tour was super unique, being on the boat and seeing eagles swoop to grab fish right besides our boat, and cruising past hippos at sunset was amazing.
I highly recommend the Hells Gate Bicycle tour, as we biked past zebras and giraffes, saw some rock climbing, collected obsidian rocks, and learned about the history of the Hells Gate national park.
The short hike at the end of the bike tour had jaw dropping views of Africas version of the Grand Canyon.
Last but definitely not least we had the opportunity to do a walking safari before heading back to town… standing 5-10 ft away from giraffes, zebras, antelope and more was an unexpected and amazing surprise. Seeing a 7 hour old zebra and a 8 day old giraffe was precious.
To top it all off, after dropping us off at our hotel that evening, James offered to take us to the train station the next afternoon at 3pm.
All in all, James and his team are amazing and if you ever get the chance- book a safari with Marurumi safaris, it won’t disappoint you!!
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Email Merce | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good experience
We have had a very good experience with the Marurumi company and, particularly, with the guide, Peter. We would not hesitate to recommend them.
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Email Thom en Karina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A very friendly team with a lot of knowledge about the country and its animals.
We had a lovely time in Kenya during our 6-days safari trip through Amboseli National Park, Laka Naivasha and Masai Mara. Most of the accomodations were very good and luxury. We spotted a lot of animals (the big 5!) and learned a lot about the Kenyan culture. For anyone who is looking for a complete and affordable safari, we really recommend Marurumi Safaris.
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Email Thalia Ortiz | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional experience!
What an incredible experience! Thanks to Marurumi, my friends and I enjoyed a trip we will never forget.
We booked a trip for 4 days in Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru, and those place really gathered all animals that we expected spot in a safari.
The driver was stupendous and an incredible tracker with insights and intuition that clearly comes from years of experience. It was truly adventure even in April, we spotted lions, giraffe, rhinos, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, ostriches, zebras, elephants, hyenas, antelopes, hippos' and a lot of birds.
We could not have asked for a friendlier, more knowledgeable team
Best of best
Everything was great, we had a pleasant journey with James. He was patient and had a great knowledge about the animals and the environment.
We had a great time.
Thanks James!
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Email Jakob | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Smilemaker
Thank you so much. We had an amazing time. This has been the Safari that i was dreaming about all my life. It was so spectacular. Our guide was very competent and friendly and always answered all our questions with patience and dedication. We felt safe and welcome at all times!
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Email Kadi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
very kind and professional
I recommend you can go there with your eyes closed
very good experience
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Email Bruno | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best experience ever
James was a amazing guide in Nairobi. Always helpful and kind. We had the best safari experience. Thank you for all.
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Email Kostas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Ultimate Wildlife Experience!!
Our unforgettable Kenyan safari with Marurumi was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, filled with intimate encounters with majestic animals like giraffes and lions. These breathtaking moments, combined with the beautiful landscapes, made this the best experience of our lives!!
The success of our safari can largely be attributed to James, our exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable driver. His passion for wildlife and keen eye allowed us to witness these animals up close, giving us an authentic and unforgettable glimpse into their world. His warm personality and expertise made the journey not only educational but also deeply enjoyable. In conclusion, if you're looking for the ultimate wildlife adventure, Marurumi is the perfect choice. Their commitment to providing an exceptional experience, led by the amazing James, ensures that you'll leave Kenya with memories that will last a lifetime. Don't hesitate to book with them and embark on the safari of your dreams!
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Email Kaushik | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
We had a wonderful experience in Kenya safari with James our tour guide who made our trip a success with his knowledge and talent to spot animals. Great value for your money it’s definitely worth it. Thank you James for amazing experience.