50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Respectful, patient, professional and knowledgeable. He gave us a good briefing on the park.
The cost of the trip was cost efficient. Communication with the team was seamless and we were paired with a good family. The pickup was timely. The driver also made sure we had a comfortable ride throughout and engaged us with insightful insites. Overall we enjoyed the trip.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They truly make your vacation Splendid!
From the moment we first made contact to set up the trip, until the moment we said a tearful see you later at the airport, the staff at Splendid Vacations were truly amazing!
Our contacts with Splendid were Rachael in the office, and Rono in the field.
Rachael: You truly are the Queen of attention to detail. You were quick to reply to our emails answering all of our questions and set up the perfect itinerary both for the safari and also in Nairobi for three days after our safari and beach combo tour ended. It mattered not the day of the week, the time of the day, or the fact that we are eleven hours behind you. Your prompt, courteous, professional emails were very appreciated. It was very nice to meet you at the airport as we were flying home to say Hello and Thank You. The WhatsApp connection with you during the trip was a nice touch, giving us access to you if we needed it. (We didn't). You deserve a big raise! We'll be in touch soon with our next trip.
Rono. We have no words. We arrived in Nairobi as tourists, and felt like we were saying good-bye to a close friend or family member when we flew home. Your warmth, hospitality, and genuine smile truly embody the spirit of Kenya. You have a sixth sense when it comes to spotting wildlife and knowing where to stop for perfect photos. You are in your element when you are in the parks. You kept us safe, made us laugh, and taught us a lot, all while earning the title "King Rono" from us. We miss you, friend!
If you are looking to have an amazing Kenyan adventure, please don't hesitate to get in touch with this tour company. They truly will make your vacation Splendid!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best 8 days of my life!
We are sitting in the airport, having just finished the best 8 days of our lives! Our guide, Jimmy, was INCREDIBLE. He was fun and friendly and so very smart. He ensured that we saw the Big Five. The drives were long, but it never felt like it. Time flew. We stayed at Karatu (best view and pool!), Kusini (words can’t express the magic here-the staff is fantastic and made us feel like royalty), Ikoma (would NOT recommend due to safety, lack of communication and cleanliness), and South Serengeti (zebras walking through camp!!). We booked with Fridebalda, who was so helpful and always had an answer to my many questions. We will definitely be booking another safari with this group and have already recommended them to several friends. Don’t question it, just book it!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience!
I did a 6 day safari in Kenya and Steve was our driver and guide.
He is a wonderful driver and even helped several vehicles stuck in mud in Maasai Mara.
I was super sick in the middle of the safari and Steve found a good hospital for me and managed the payments with the travel agency.
Also, he is completely committed to make sure you see the big 5, I believe our group saw the most compared to others on the day we went to MM.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very well organised
Amazing tour operator, reasonable prices, well organised trips, Trained & talented driver / guide.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredibly nice safari experience in Kenya
We made an 8-day safari trip in December 2024 and planned our Kenya safari trip a half a year ago. We have chosen Splendid Vacations, because they made a good offer and changed the originally planned route according to our wishes. Communication with them was quick and easy all the time.
We were picked up at the airport. The Land Cruiser was very well equipped. James, our driver is a highly skilled driver and guide, he made us feel safe independently whether wer were on a game drive or in a crazy busy road traffic. He showed us the Kenyan way of Hakuna Matata, stayed always calm and relaxed. We could sight many many different animals, some of them very closely.
The suggestions of accommodations were excellent, we liked the hotels we stayed in.
Without the team of Splendid Vacations we could not have had such a memorable holiday. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable and Professional Safari Experience
We had an amazing experience with this reliable and professional travel agency. From the start, Lencer provided quick and professional service when helping us plan our itinerary, making the process smooth and stress-free.
Our driver and guide, Johnathon, was incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife. He provided fascinating insights and answered all our questions with patience and expertise.
It's important to remember that spotting animals is partly a matter of luck, so we recommend spending a few extra days on the savannah for the best chances. Each evening, we discussed and adjusted the next day's plan with Johnathon based on various factors like weather, road conditions, and our energy levels. This flexibility and open communication were key to making the trip enjoyable and tailored to our needs.
We highly recommend this travel agency for anyone planning a safari in Kenya. Their professionalism and attention to detail made our trip unforgettable!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very knowlegable about the wild life and we felt like we were with one of the game rangers .
The tour was very good.
We had an idea of what and where we wanted to go and they were able to bring it to life. Our tour was customized to suite our needs considering we were travelling with children and they tend to get exhausted on long trips however our guide Musa was friendly and made us feel comfortable thorough the 3 day tour.
I also got to drive :) through the park which was exciting and it gave it a more personal feel for me (Not sure if everyone can get to do this though)
We would definately use African Eco Tours for our next wildlife adventures since we got our moneys worth.
SK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
We end our trip last night and it was one of the best trip of my life. Our tour guid was Elias and he was just amazing. I would recomendit to everyone. Thank you
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent companion
Mr. Iddy, the tour operator was prompt and his suggestions were pretty useful to finalize the tour. Price seems to be competitive with other tour operators. Should have handled accommodation in Ndutu better.
Our tour guide Reggie was fabulous. He was punctual, well-behaved, knowledgeable, sharp eyed and accommodative. Spoke fluent English and clear communications.
We were quite lucky to sight the Big 5, Ugly 5 and various animals, especially Cheetahs, . We were able to spot Lions every single day of our tour.
Would definitely book a tour again with Mr. Iddy and Reggie. Highly recommended.
