Something everyone should try to experience at least once in your lifetime.
Having lived in SA since 1975 it was high time that I visited the Kruger National Park. This was a good time of the year as it was not so hot, and the grass is quite low making it easier to spot the game. One of the great experiences was going on a night drive, during which we were lucky to see 3 male lions at very close range, as well as a pack of hyenas. Another highlight was hearing the lions roaring at night close to our camp.
My only disappointment was that there aren't any hides from which I could take close-up photos of the animals.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful nature and wildlife
We did a 4-day safari tour and it was incredible! We visited Amboseli and Tsavo East and West. We absolutely loved Amboseli and in hindsight would prefer to spend 2 days instead of 1.
We booked with Explorer Kenya and we can only recommend them! Our driver Steve was great!
The weather was sunny and hot during the whole 2 weeks we spent in Kenya. More hot and humid on the coast so make sure you use high SPF protection.
Besides safari, we spent some days at Diani beach and visited Kongo river beach. The whole Diani area is relaxing and there's not so much you can do expect for enjoying the sun and the ocean.
If you have time, visit the giraffe center near Nairobi, it's really an incredible experience.
Safety was not an issue during the day in Diani and Nairobi. In Diani we went our for dinners (5-10 min walk from the hotel) and didn't have any problems. Tho, we avoided walking on the beach in the night.
In Nairobi our hotel was in the city center and we were advised to stay in.
My trip to Etosha National Park was a completely new experience for me that I enjoyed thoroughly.
From the UK we flew to the capital of Namibia (Windhoek) and hired a car from there. After travelling several hundred kilometres north to Anderson gate on the south part of the park we arrived at ongava lodge. The lodge staff were very welcoming and made our stay very special. The lodge has a total of 34,000 hectares of private land bordering Etosha and several styles of camp to suit people's adventure. On a daily game drive we entered Etosha through Anderson gate and spent several hours at waterholes and open plains watching all types of wildlife such as elephants and lions. After spending multiple hours in the fresh winters sun we returned to the lodge for lunch where we recieved a wide array of local cuisine. A proportion of relaxation time in the afternoon was quickly broken when we embarked a sundowner drive in the ongava reserve. Our very knowledgable guide took us to prime locations to make sure he would fulfil are passion to see a honey badger and secretary bird. After a lovely stay at ongava lodge we set off to the Far East of the park were we stayed at onguma lodge near the town of namutoni. This lodge was very different with a moroccan design. Are lodge like ongava where all separated and at least 50-400 metres from the main building, meaning we had to be driven by a electric car at all times back and forward, besides the mild inconvenience this definetly made our stay very more exciting. The onguma lodge had roughly the same private land and same agenda but the landscape had changed from a baron land to a place where there was many more trees. The trees attracted more wildlife like the higher possibility of seeing leopard and bush babies. After another 4 days in Etosha it was time to leave after an unbelievable stay. throughout my stay in Etosha everything was great, the guides, weather, lodges and wildlife and I can't say enough how much I recommend Etosha national park
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Good communication
This is the 4th time we have booked with Sun Safaris. Michelle was wonderful to work with, and took a personal interest in our trip with phone calls when needed. We have always appreciated Brett's input and advice. The trip to Botswana went smoothly with no hitches. Thank you Michelle for taking such a personal interest in our safari, and that we were able to see and enjoy such a special part of Africa.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Was amazing, beautiful place and so nice people! Highly recommend this place!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Visit Samburu to experience authentic East Africa.
Exceptionally beautiful scenery, people, and wildlife encounters. We stayed at Samburu Lodge, staffed by friendly Kenyans and many local Samburu people. The rooms, lodge, and food were all outstanding without being pretentious. We felt like we were in a place that had not yet been discovered. We will definitely return. I would recommend staying for 3 nights, and consider flying in our out. The drive from Nairobi is a long one, but worth a one-way trip as you will see many interesting people and landscapes along the way. Next time we would probably fly directly to Masai Mara from the Samburu airstrip instead of driving.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful holidays in Kenya for 2 consecutive years
In 2011 and 2012 we visited one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Both years Waymark organized these trips for us in a perfect way. In 2011 we visited Shaba/Buffalo Springs/Samburu, Sweetwater, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara. To end our holidays we then transferred to Mombasa White Sands. Once there, we decided we missed the game drives too much and with just one phonecall we arranged for an extra 2-day safari in Tsavo East ad West.
In 2012 we started our trip in the East of Kenya at the shores of Lake Victoria. Waymark had arranged for the best place to stay at Kiboko Bay Hotel. At the Impala Center we were able to get pictures with a cheetah, quite unique ! From there again a short visit to Lake Nakuru, followed by a long stay in Maasai Mara. This time we ended our trip in Nairobi with a.o. visits to the Giraffe Center and David Sheldrick.
It would take too long to mention all the highlights during both these years, but what you can expect when booking your safari with Waymark is a unique eperience: 1) Excellent hotels/lodges; during our stays we have visited all Sarova hotels and though different in appearance, all provide excellent services 2) Very experienced drivers with outstanding knowledge of the local flora and fauna, who will put you in positions to make really unique pictures during your holidays; we have 2 very large photo's on our wall that constantly remind us of our wonderful times in Kenya, one of 6 (!) cheetahs and one of a male giraffe bonding with his newborn son. these are just a few examples of the unique pictures we were able to take ! And in 2012, we specifically asked for (and got !) the same driver as in 2011, Apollo. Both years felt like a warm bath, he looked after us "like a father does after his children". 3) Whatever issue or problem you encounter during you holidays, you can trust Waymark to solve, nothing's too much or too complicated. Perhaps the best way to make clear what they can do for you while in Kenya, is the fact that, eventhough it's been a while, we still keep in touch with both Ken and Val from Waymark and our driver Apollo. As Ken stated it in a mail: Karibu Kenya tena....this is your (2nd) home !! And they know we will be back !
FI
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Nice trip with our driver with 6-Day Etosha, Swakopmund and Sossusvlei (Lodging)
Nice trip with our driver with 6-Day Etosha, Swakopmund and Sossusvlei (Lodging) 3-Days in Windhoek was nice also staying hotel hilton best was pool area
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Scenic
My first time to visit Lake Nakuru National Park was in 2012. It is rich in wildlife and vast scenic beauty. I didn't get to see the entire park due to time but will definitely come back so I can explore some areas like the Makalia waterfalls, which I didn't even know existed. You definitely need a good tour guide so as not to miss such spots and plenty of time on your hands. I also feel good binoculars and a great camera are a must if you want to immortalize such moments.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Safari Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara best safari ever
The service of Nakupendakenya is very high. Friendly and professional.
Excellent tourguide. You could see he loves his job and gave us all the time we meedeed to see the animals.
He also could tell us slot of the animals.
We saw a lot of different animals like the Rhino and the tree climbing lion, a Leopard and ofcorse elephnts and giraffes.
Questiones and problems were answered and solied as soon as possible.
We really had a super safari we didn't have to take care of anything it was arranged by Nakupendakenya .
Next time we go on safari it will be with Nakupendakenya.
Thank you for a wunderfull time