Safari moments
Inspired Feet Safaris
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- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $170 to $300 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Kristi | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Had to cancel my trip, they were very understanding
I had planned to go on safari this September but due to unforeseen circumstances I wasn’t able to go. They gave me a full refund and were very understanding of the situation. I will definitely book with them again in the future. I recommend them if you’re looking for great service, good communication and even solo traveling. Thanks again!
Email Sophia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exactly what we wished for
For a budget safari, this experience far exceeded our expectations. Fiona, the owner, was wonderful and maintained excellent communication throughout our trip, from before booking all the way to the end of the safari. She customized our itinerary to fit our specific needs, crafting a perfect journey tailored to what we were looking for. Amazingly, we spotted the Big 5 on the first day while traveling to our accommodation, before the safari had even officially begun! We had incredible wildlife encounters, including witnessing a cheetah hunting and killing its prey, hyenas and lions sharing a meal, and observing migrating wildebeest, among many others. Our driver Abdi was fantastic, extremely knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure we saw everything we wanted, and made sure we had some fab pictures to come home with. The food at each accommodation was excellent, and the campsites and hotels Fiona selected were great (though it was cold in the mornings and evenings, and the showers were chilly, but that’s all part of the experience). If we were to go on another safari, we wouldn’t hesitate to book with Fiona again. This is the most perfect trip, which fit exactly in our budget and gave us everything we expected! X
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Email Dimitar Kutrovski | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dedication, dedication and more dedication
The tour itself went above and beyond anything we could have ever imagined.
Even before we had made our booking Fiona went above and beyond what could be expected from her. She was very communicative and really eager to help us with bookings and tickets for our transport. They have organised a truly special tour.
Special mentions should be given to our guide, John. Not only did he know the layout of the parks like the back of his hand he also was really knowledgeable about the wildlife and extremely dedicated to finding us the animals we were looking for. He truly deserves a special mention for all the times he went out of his way to helps.
Email Andreas | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unequivocally the best operator we found.
We were planning a special trip to celebrate my daughter’s 21st birthday in September and my 60th in August. With so many companies to choose from, we needed to find one that fit our budget. After reaching out to several, we ultimately decided on Inspired Feet Safaris. They stood out for their prompt communication and positive reviews, particularly for budget safaris.
We initially booked our trip for June, but due to an injury, we had to cancel. Fiona, the manager, immediately offered a full refund without any hesitation. Once I partially recovered, we were still eager to go on our safari, so we rebooked for August. Once again, Fiona’s responses were quick and helpful.
Our experience with Inspired Feet Safaris was exceptional. Our accommodations for the eight days were perfect. While food choices were sometimes limited at the camps or hotels, they were still very good—just remember, you're in Africa, not your home country.
Throughout our trip, Fiona's communication was top-notch. She was always available to address any concerns, and she regularly checked in to ensure everything was going smoothly. For a budget safari, this experience far exceeded our expectations.
The wildlife we encountered was incredible. We saw all of the Big Five, witnessed the great wildebeest migration, and even experienced the dramatic moment of a cheetah stalking and making a kill—an emotional but awe-inspiring sight of nature in action.
In conclusion, if you're considering a budget safari or have a specific itinerary in mind, I highly recommend contacting Fiona at Inspired Feet Safaris. She will take care of all your needs and won’t disappoint. Finally, our driver and guide, Abdi, was outstanding. If you have the chance, request him as your guide—his ability to find wildlife and position us for great photos was remarkable. You won’t be disappointed.
Email Ash | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing budget safari experience
If you're looking to save some money on an safari adventure then Inspired Feet are a great option! We took the 11 day experience with them crossing from Tanzania into Kenya. We saw an amazing array of animals and explored several national parks.
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Email Okungbowa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful
Title : 3 Days Midrange safari
Colin and I went for 3 day kenia Masai Mara safari. I love nature and Fiona and David took really good care of me and my friends. It was very cold but Fiona advices to take lodges for extra comfort but not luxury. She is dedicated in her work and I recommend their services 100%
They are very honest and I like that they understand what a client needs. Thank you Inspired team xx
Email Robin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kenia budget Safari
My family and I were looking for a reputable safari company in Kenya. We stumbled across Inspired Feet Safaris and our migration journey was set to start in July. Their itineraries are very detailed and we like that Fiona is extremely honest. We love our journey with them and we would highly recommend them. The fact that we didn’t expect perfection , Fiona always made sure we were comfortable. The mere challenges we had she solved and we were satisfied.
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Email chu,tienhua | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
good!
we saw a lot of animal,espectially masai mara is the best!
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Email Nagore | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Private family safari, Kenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar
Private safari according to our requests, personalized to the detail. 24-hour attention, great hotels, professional guides
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Email Martine | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Pure Luck or chaotic safari?
I don't know where to start to be honest.. this will be long. I spoke to the tour organizer fiona through WhatsApp she sounded lovely and I felt very comfortable and that I can trust her since it was my first safari and my birthday celebration. We decided to pay extra to be with her even though we had different companies.
To start off, the person that had to pick us up was 4 hours late . So we had to go to lunch and immediately rushing to masai mara. The driver was driving very fast With good intentions that he wanted us to be able to see the park. Which resulted in a bad accident on day 1. My head banged against the windows of the van and the rocks on the floor. Van flipped completely on the floor due to the driver rushing [ not a great start for a first day]. I did speak to fiona and she offered to refund us the money and take me to the hospital. At this point I didn't have much of a choice because we were in the middle of a camp and I'd loose all the time that I planned for. so truly my only choice was to keep going unfortunately...As it was near impossible to find another safari on the spot. I was thankfully okay after a few days. I did ask for change of car and driver and that was granted. Besides that it was very Unorganized, moved randomly,rushed, incorrect information given. PDF given as decoration nothing is followed on that PDF she gives you. No proper communication. [ ] Where it says optional- not really optional someone changed their mind and they had nowhere to go so they were forced to pay.Different companies compiled in one car which caused plans to change and lost time = frustration
[ ] On day 3 said we would relax at hotel did it happen? No as I said random and disorganized. We lost time and I felt like i was constantly rushed which also caused the second driver to loose his excitement as it was frustration constantly instead of joy... you get what you pay for... did I see the big five? Yes thank God I didn't expect that at all. Am I disappointed absolutely. The tour coordinator didnt not want to take accountability for accident but later apologized for all the wrong things thay kept happening every single day. which I appreciated some things were not in her hands but there is definitely room for improving or maybe it's just pure bad luck for us? Side note; I did speak with someone else that we met and was dealing with inspired feet and they also complained of disorganized and communication issues.
Reply from Inspired Feet Safaris
Posted on Aug 14, 2024Dear Martine,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I am genuinely sorry to hear that your experience with us did not meet your expectations, and I deeply regret any disappointment you felt. Your concerns are important to us, and I would like to address them directly.
First and foremost, I want to express my sincere apologies for the unfortunate accident during your safari. I am relieved to hear that you are well. At the time of the incident, our primary concern was your health and safety, which is why we advised you to seek medical assistance immediately. I took it upon myself to meet you halfway through the safari and check on your well being. When I came, we had a sit-down. I offered a refund to ensure you were not financially inconvenienced & also paid for you an extra game drive at Hell's Gate National Park even though it wasn't included in your itinerary. At this particular point I tried to make it up to you in whichever way I could so that we could be on the same page.
You also requested to have a different driver and car- it was the least we could do; so we did.
There are indeed occasions where unforeseen circumstances, such as distance, weather, transport or accommodation issues - which can alter our planned itineraries. In such cases, our guides and drivers are instructed to communicate with us promptly so that we can make adjustments to the itinerary and still meet our clients’ needs as best as possible.
Regarding your comments about the driver’s speed, we take such concerns very seriously. We conducted a thorough internal investigation with the driver involved to understand the circumstances of the accident and we took the action of letting go of the said guide. It was unfortunate.
While we strive to provide exceptional experiences, I regret that we fell short during your trip. Most of our clients have had wonderful experiences with our safaris, and it is disappointing to hear that this was not the case for you.
Once again, I sincerely apologize for the circumstances that affected your experience. I would be more than happy to discuss further what we can do to make things right, including offering you a special arrangement for a future booking, should you choose to travel with us again.
Thank you for your understanding, and I hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
Best regards,
Fiona Grace
Inspired Feet Safaris