AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable 3-Day Masai Mara Safari with an Exceptional Guide
We had an amazing 3-day, 2-night safari in the Masai Mara, and the whole experience was incredibly well organized from beginning to end.
A special mention goes to our guide, John Mwangi — he was absolutely amazing and by far the best guide we could have asked for. He knows the park inside and out and made sure we saw all of the Big Five, as well as many other animals throughout our safari.
What really impressed us was his knowledge and experience during the game drives. He always positioned the vehicle perfectly to give us the best possible view while keeping a respectful distance from the animals. He also seemed to know exactly where the animals were going to move and what was likely to happen next. It made the whole experience feel truly special.
John also took great care of us throughout the entire trip and made sure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment.
Highly recommended! We had an unforgettable experience and would definitely use John again in the future — especially when we come back with our family. 🦁🐘🐆🦏🐃
Thank you, John, for making our Masai Mara safari such an incredible experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
George is a professional and knowlegeable safari guide with an amazing understanding of wildlife.
Afio Mai Africa Safaris provided an excellent and memorable safari experience from start to finish. Communication was smooth and professional, the team was reliable and helpful, and everything was well organized. The safari itself was enjoyable, with great attention to detail and excellent service throughout. I would highly recommend Afio Mai Africa Safaris to anyone looking for a reliable tour
operator and a well-planned African safari.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good communication and great value
We did the 4 day safari tour to serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire including flights from and back to Zanzibar. It was very well organised and the communication was good. They managed to show us all of the Big Five and a lot of other animals too. For the nights we had 1 luxury tent, 1 tented camp where you could hear the zebras chewing and 1 lodge. All of them met our expectations.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized safari, we saw a lot of animals (the big 5)
We really enjoyed our adventure. We booked a 4-day safari with Safehandz Safaris and are very satisfied. The 4-day trip was just right for us. We saw the entire Big Five. We spent two days in the Serengeti, one day in the Ngorongoro Crater, and one day in Tarangire National Park. The cook who prepared our meals during the trip made the most delicious dishes—thank you, Timo. We would recommend this to everyone.
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our Maasai Mara safari was amazing. Our guide was sharp‑eyed, knowledgeable about wildlife
We enjoyed a fantastic safari in the Maasai Mara. Our guide was professional and experienced, with sharp eyes for wildlife. He skillfully adjusted routes for better animal sightings and shared rich knowledge about savannah creatures and local Maasai culture. He drove safely on rough roads and was patient with our photo‑taking. Thanks to him, we had an unforgettable trip and highly recommend this guide.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Lion King were great - yes we saw the big five and our guides were very knowledgeable
I initially engaged another safari broker but I tried lion king based on the reviews and seeking a price comparison. Lion King were very professional and thorough and came in considerably cheaper for similar or same accommodation. Our guides (Geoffrey and Jafari) were great. They were open to what we wanted to see and do and their in-depth knowledge of the flora and fauna was extensive. We spent 10 days with them in total and would highly recommend them.
DZ
Best experience ever
Excellent Safari Experience
We had an amazing safari experience with Axis Safari, and a big thank you to our guide, John Mwangi.
John was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and truly did his best to give us the best possible experience in the Maasai Mara. He was excellent at spotting animals and making sure we had great opportunities to see and enjoy the wildlife.
His dedication, patience, and great service made our safari unforgettable. I highly recommend John Mwangi and Axis Safari to anyone looking for an exceptional safari experience in the Maasai Mara .
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a great expérience with a great organisation
Go There you Will enjoy your safari
Thanks Stéphane and jafari !
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent
An Unforgettable Masai Mara Experience
Our safari in the Masai Mara was truly unforgettable, and a big reason for that was our amazing guide, John Mwangi.
He was incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife and the Mara, and his experience was obvious from the very first game drive. He knew exactly where to look, understood animal behaviour so well, and always took the time to make sure we could enjoy and appreciate every sighting.
What we appreciated most was his patience and genuine passion. He never rushed us and always made us feel that every moment in the Mara was special. Whether we were watching lions, elephants, cheetahs, or simply enjoying the incredible landscape, he made the experience even more fascinating with his knowledge and stories.
He was also extremely friendly, helpful, and thoughtful throughout our trip. We always felt safe and well looked after, and spending time with him made the safari feel less like a tour and more like an adventure with someone who truly loves what he does.
We will remember our Masai Mara experience for a very long time, and we are incredibly grateful to John Mwangi for making it so special. If you are planning a safari, I would highly recommend having him as your guide. He is truly exceptional at what he does!
Our first safari tour could not have been led by a safer, more attentive driver
Sampson met us at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
As we set off for Nairobi, he teased out what we actually knew about Kenya, and introduced some curious details about this continent.
A briefing followed and next morning he met our group of eight promptly for the drive to Maasi Mara.
We were impressed at his ability to cover the miles needed while conversing and answering questions, and yet being cautious about road conditions including, toward the end, very uneven terrain.
We were surprised/pleased at his ability to adjust our itinerary to suit the pace and requirements of everyone in the vehicle.
Given that limitation, we saw more, particularly of the cheetah and lions than seemed possible, at first.
And despite the time all of that took, we got to the River Mara to see (and hear) the hippos and sites of wildebeest crossings.
My critique (and I imagine it had little, really, to do with Sampson or this particular operator) is that we should have been briefed about the readiness of the Maasai themselves to sell souvenirs. I would have preferred buying directly from them rather than from the commercial outlets encountered before meeting the Maasai. They explained that they used the proceeds of souvenir sales to fund market purchases, since they herd cattle, but do not plant crops... As well, that income is crucial for schooling their children.
Should I repeat the experience sometime, I'd surely be calling again on Sampson and Nature Insight Safaris.
