The Team Behind Kenya Walking Survivors Safaris
Kenya Walking Survivors Safaris Ltd
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2003)
- Member Of:
- Eco Tourism & Kenya Wildlife Services
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $64 to $490 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email martin | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful experience
My wife and I booked a customized Safari to east africa (Kenya+Tanzania ),.This was a wonderful life time experience and the memories are still fresh .The Safari covered Masai mara,Lake Naivasha ,Amboseli,Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater Parks with private cook and Driver/Guide in the Car.
We also booked the hot Air Balloon ride in Masai Mara,This is the ultimate adventure ,Souring in a hot air balloon over herds of in the inner reaches of the Mara Luckily enough seeing the Migration of wildebeest so clearly. In almost all the parks visited ,we were able to see the big 5 at a close distance.
After Kenya we crossed to Tanzania visiting Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater.The views from the Crater rim are breathtaking with ever present abundance of wildlife.Ngorongoro is a must Visit !.
This is a trip to remember and we cannot thank John and Rama our driver/guides and the entire KWSS team for their hospitability and hard work they put to make our safari memorable.
We strongly recommend KWSS for everyone looking for a wonderful experience.
FR
Email Edwige | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great driver to see many animals, basic accommodation and meals
Communication was good, except for the first lunch. We had a special departure from our city, not Nairobi, which leaded to sweet snacks and bread only to be bought for lunch. We would have preferred to prepare ourself a real picnic if we were warned before.
Safari was great, we saw so many animals thanks to the driver!
Accomodation was very basic, we had single beds even if we requested before double bed and the camp was almost empty. They were rushing us to eat a basic dinner with self service, in an area without enough light.
In summary, Great driver to see many animals, basic accommodation and meals
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Email Tina | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic
It was fantastic. Ibrahim and Sam give all to let us see all the animals and feel very confortable. I did'nt spect so much. Price and quality is good. Perhaps first place where we sleep (Kimana tent in Amboseli) needs a little bit of maintenance, but was good enough. Comunication with Mr. Otieno was perfect, he explain everything and made a very good price. As soon as I can I want to do anothers safaris with Kenya Walfing Suvivors Safaris. Thanks to all theam.
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Email Neus Oliver | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience unforgettable, fantastic, to repeat.
Everything as arranged. Ibrahim our guide and driver excellent person and excellent deal. With him we saw all the expected animals and many more. He strives for everything to go well, that we all be at ease. Sam our spectacular cook. Delicious food. No personal or gastric prompts. Everything was excellent, best possible. I hope I can repeat. Thanks for everything!
CA
Email Shauna | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime!
I booked this last minute trip that included Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Zanzibar with Kenya Walking Survivors for 25 days and spent the entire time happy and stress free. Mr. Otieno was quick to reply to any inquiries by email and easy to reach by phone the couple of times I needed to speak with him on the trip. I had requested a couple of adjustments to the schedule to better suite my needs and these were taken care of quickly and without difficulty! The cost was reasonable as well considering I was travelling on a bit of a budget. The accommodations provided were more than adequate and consistent with the information I was given on my itinerary. I particularly loved the tented camps/lodges. I was travelling on my own as a female for the first time in Africa and therefore spent a great deal of time with my guides. Such wonderful people who were respectful, knowledgeable, friendly and were always watching out for me. They worked tirelessly and often drove all day to get me to where I needed to be. I really enjoyed getting to know them while I was on this adventure! I was able to see all of the Big 5 and much more. Gorilla trekking in Uganda was definitely a breathtaking experience that I will never forget! There were many opportunites available to visit local villages and experience the day to day life as well. I would definitely use them again and recommend them to anyone travelling to Africa.
CN
Email YUAN | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good service and sincere attitude
Driver and guide are very good. Zaka is the drivers of our trip in Kenya, Abu is the drivers of our trip in Tanzania, They are very professional and dedicated,They are the best staff.This is a magical trip.thank you Mr.Otieno, Zaka, Abu.
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Email Peg | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beyond wildest expectations
My 17-year old granddaughter and I recently returned from an 18 day Kenya safari with Kenya Walking. From beginning to end it was all we could want and more. The owner, Mr. Otieno Lysaniash, was wonderful to work with. He was always available by email to answer my questions and advise me on arrangements. This was the first time I had done a private trip and I was a bit nervous about how it would work out. We had terrible problems with airlines on the day we traveled to Nairobi, but even after changing our arrival day and time three times in the space of twelve hours, our wonderful driver Benson Obimbo was there to meet us when we arrived anxious and exhausted at 5:00 AM. We saw every animal we were hoping to see and many that we had never thought of. Benson was always concerned with our comfort and well-being and was skilled at finding animals before they were surrounded by other vans. It was always a pleasure to spend the day with him. Our accomodations were always comfortable. Many of them exceeded expectations because of their rooms or dining or locations. Eating while watching herds of buffalo drink from a water hole right in front of you or lying in bed and listening to hyenas howl made this a once in a lifetime experience. I highly recommend a Kenya Walking Safari to first time travelers or those who have been to Africa before. You won't be disappointed.
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Email Dennis Maher | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We have just returned from the most extraordinary Safari of a lifetime. Otieno made it happen!!!
Otieno did an extraordinary job in preparing the trip of a lifetime. We experinced the true essence of an African Safari. Otieno went to great lengths to ensure he and his extraordinary driver/guides exceeded all expectations. We were treated with extraordinary hospitality, beautiful accomplishment, delicious food, hot showers are amazingly beautiful African nature. I am not an easy person to please but Otieno and his team exceeded all expectations going out of their way to ensure we were satisfied throughout the Safari. Our driver in Tanzania was especially accommodating as he willing get up well before sunrise which provided us phenomenal photos from that we will cherish for eternity
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Email Adrienn | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely fantastic, safe, trustable and recommended! My dream came true!
I worried a lot before my Kenyan trip travelling alone as woman from Europe to Africa. I had been searching, reading reviews and forums for weeks. My dream was always to go Kenya to see the fantastic wildlife from my childhood. Finally I had my budget and I decided to travel. I read so many fantastic reviews about KWSS and they offered me a very good affordable price for 12 days safari in Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha-Nakuru-Baringo-Bogoria and Maasai Mara parks.
Mr. Otieno replied me always immediately (I had so many concerns and questions, we had about 100 emails) and when I finally met with him he was so friendly, kind and smiley and so trustable (next time I won't use paypal, I had some problems with it, the online payment link was quick, trustable and safe)
As a semi professional photographer the locations, good car and good guides were important for me to see the animals as close as it was possibe. The guides and taken pictures were absolutely above my expectations! I could see the Big Five and almost all the common animals in the parks.
My guides James and Evans were professional drivers with big knowledge (so many thanks for them!) and I could feel myself everywhere in perfect safe. They could spot hidden animals and they showed me as many animals as they could in the 12 days but not in hurry. We had time every day for watching or just beeing in the car in middle of Kenya in a park with the wild animals or just relaxing.
Accomodations were also more than I expected! I can't pick 1 or 2 favorites because all of them had its own special highlight, with comfortable rooms and delicious meals. In Voi Wildlife and Ngulia lodge (Tsavo) I could have my meals next to drinking, playing elephants, antilops, monkeys, birds or buffalos. In Amboseli the Kibo Safari Camp was so authentic with friendly staff and real adventurous atmosphere and with the best and cheapest souvenir shop. At Lake Naivasha in Elsamere beautiful birds and colobus monkey were all around, Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge had a breathtaking view. Soi Safari Lodge (Lake Baringo) was so relaxing and finally Sekenani Camp in Maasai Mara with homely, friendly tents and lions' grumple was like a real wild adventure.
If you choice KWSS you will get an absolutely wonderful lifetime experience, a memorable great holiday in wonderful places with so lovely people and staff and fabolous wildlife! I will choice them next time hopefully in the next year! Now all my friends are saying : ooo I would like to go with you next time :)
Don't hesitate it's unnecessary. Just book, get the needed vaccinations and malaria pills, go and enjoy!
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Email Erkan Gulerci | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great team to organize safari and holiday packages in East Africa.
I have just return from a safari tour package including Kenya & Tanzanya safari parks and Zanzibar I bought from Kenya Walk . It was really really a beautiful experience . The tour was well organized and we did not live any problems .We enjoyed every minutes of this tour. Kenya Walk is a trustworthy and responsible company .I would like to thank Mr.Otieno who helped us to organize this 15 days itinerary and made all the changes according to our needs and demands .Also Mr. Peter , our driver/guide in Kenya and Mr.Ramadan our driver/guide in Tanzania did their best to make us happy and comfortable in our safari trip .Really a great team .I strongly suggest this company .