Reviews of safaris to Laikipia
226 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Laikipia.
Mr & Mrs C
Berwick
"Terrific introduction to Kenya"
I visited Kenya between 17 Jan 2018 and 4 Feb 2018
"We have been to several African countries but this was our first time in Kenya and we chose areas to visit slightly off the usual track: Laikipia, Samburu and Meru.
Each was quite different but within relatively easy reach. We travelled to all three by road, only getting on a bush plane from Meru to Nairobi. Each camp too was quite individual in terms of style and atmosphere.
The tented camp Kicheche in Laikipia was our favourite overall but Saruni Samburu and Elsa's Kopje were both excellent experiences and in spectacular positions. Of the three Elsa's probably had the highest age profile.
We scored a number of firsts such as tiny lion cubs, a successful cheetah hunt and bat-eared foxes mating (in broad daylight!). It was a delight to see the animals unique to the area such as reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and Grevy's zebra. It was also a privilege to attend part of the celebrations of a Samburu wedding.
All in all a terrific trip and an introduction to Kenya that will probably be hard to beat." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 16 on a Kenya safari
Each was quite different but within relatively easy reach. We travelled to all three by road, only getting on a bush plane from Meru to Nairobi. Each camp too was quite individual in terms of style and atmosphere.
The tented camp Kicheche in Laikipia was our favourite overall but Saruni Samburu and Elsa's Kopje were both excellent experiences and in spectacular positions. Of the three Elsa's probably had the highest age profile.
We scored a number of firsts such as tiny lion cubs, a successful cheetah hunt and bat-eared foxes mating (in broad daylight!). It was a delight to see the animals unique to the area such as reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and Grevy's zebra. It was also a privilege to attend part of the celebrations of a Samburu wedding.
All in all a terrific trip and an introduction to Kenya that will probably be hard to beat." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 16 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr JS
Switzerland
"A dream come true"
I visited Kenya between 17 Dec 2017 and 30 Dec 2017
"My expectations about a safari (it was our first one) were absolutely excelled."
Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr W
Stockton
"My Oct 2017 trip"
I visited Kenya between 29 Oct 2017 and 12 Nov 2017
"My trip as a whole was better than I could have hoped for. It was actually James Denny that organised the trip but he is off on his own adventure now. The service I got from him and Richard was excellent. Very helpful in understanding my requirements and organised a wonderful trip. Next time I'm in Africa I will not hesitate to use you again and would highly recommend you to anybody looking to do the same. Thank you for such a memorable experience."
Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs Jane C
USA
"My Oct 2017 trip"
I visited Kenya between 13 Oct 2017 and 25 Oct 2017
"Exceptional. Just sign up and go.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Overall, the most amazing trip of our lives. We recommend ExpertAfrica without hesitation.
(See earlier comments on Tortilis and Lewa for improvements)" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Kenya safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Overall, the most amazing trip of our lives. We recommend ExpertAfrica without hesitation.
(See earlier comments on Tortilis and Lewa for improvements)" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs P
Wiltshire
"Our Kenya 2017 trip"
I visited Kenya between 18 Sep 2017 and 4 Oct 2017
"An unexpected and excellent surprise"
Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs Muriel B
USA
"To say "A Dream Come True" is to Understate.."
I visited Kenya and 2 other countries between 30 Aug 2017 and 13 Sep 2017
"I feel so lucky and grateful to have made acquaintance with Justin Huff from Expert Africa. His knowledge was so thorough and immediate that I knew I had to take advantage of his service to plan our African adventure-- even to the extent that I risked a relationship with a very important friend who is a travel agent. I just didn't want to make any mistakes, traveling so far and at such expense!
We met someone on our trip who had spent the equivalent of four months at a full time job researching his trip to Africa, rejecting agency after agency when they didn't include or provide the amenities that this man deemed essential to a perfect safari. I was BEYOND DELIGHTED to learn that every single thing this man had learned was the best way to go, Justin at Expert Africa had included in our trip to the extent that it was literally perfect. I don't think I can put it any more succinctly than that.
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Only one. I felt that canvas wallet you provided was a tad excessive, as I have no future use for it, and didn't really need it during the trip. Maybe others feel differently, but I do plan to send ours back.
Thank you so much for running a fantastic operation!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 11 on a Kenya safari
We met someone on our trip who had spent the equivalent of four months at a full time job researching his trip to Africa, rejecting agency after agency when they didn't include or provide the amenities that this man deemed essential to a perfect safari. I was BEYOND DELIGHTED to learn that every single thing this man had learned was the best way to go, Justin at Expert Africa had included in our trip to the extent that it was literally perfect. I don't think I can put it any more succinctly than that.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Only one. I felt that canvas wallet you provided was a tad excessive, as I have no future use for it, and didn't really need it during the trip. Maybe others feel differently, but I do plan to send ours back.
Thank you so much for running a fantastic operation!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 11 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr Dario
Richmond
"My Aug 2017 trip"
I visited Kenya between 9 Aug 2017 and 23 Aug 2017
"The 3 safari destinations (Laikipia + Maara) were great, all of them. The fact that we were first timers probably helped, but we were gobsmacked day after day seeing these beautiful places accompanied by excellent, smart, friendly, local guides.
The bit on the coast a bit less exciting as we were not quite ready to confront the beach boys so we ended up staying inside the hotel most of the time: good thing the hotel was very nice!
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I think Richard has done a great job with us, nothing in particular i can think of." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 17 on a Kenya safari
The bit on the coast a bit less exciting as we were not quite ready to confront the beach boys so we ended up staying inside the hotel most of the time: good thing the hotel was very nice!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I think Richard has done a great job with us, nothing in particular i can think of." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 17 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr G
Cape Town
"Aug 2017 trip to Kenya"
I visited Kenya between 6 Aug 2017 and 13 Aug 2017
"Overall - fantastic trip. We loved Kenya in general, and the particular places we went.
Logistically everything went absolutely smoothly - couldn't have asked for better." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Kenya safari
Logistically everything went absolutely smoothly - couldn't have asked for better." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Family S
Lonond
"Amazing trip"
I visited Kenya between 30 Jul 2017 and 12 Aug 2017
"The trip was fantastic, and the logistics all worked absolutely faultlessly. As a family safari trip, I would recommend this itinerary to anyone."
Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 13 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr C
West Sussex
"Gold Star family safari at ElKarama"
I visited Kenya between 26 Jul 2017 and 1 Aug 2017
"A big thank you to Richard and all the Expert Africa team for a near perfect holiday. My aim was to introduce my son and grandson to the wonders of Africa and I delighted that this has been handsomely achieved."
Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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