Reviews of safaris to Maasai Mara Conservancies
409 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Mara Conservancies.
Mrs R.
Weybridge
"Amazing first family safari trip"
I visited Kenya between 29 Dec 2022 and 8 Jan 2023
"Amazing first family safari trip. Jessica provided great advice and organised a wonderful trip for us. We were so fortunate to see the big 5 in a single trip!
The plan to start in Laikipia to see Rhino and the superb scenery then moving to Masai Mara, where game is more abundant but scenery less varied was a great call.
The choice of camps also worked very well. Lewa Safari camp is larger, more facilities and activities so a gentle introduction to safari for our kids, their first safari trip, followed by Encounter Mara - more rustic but absolutely charming. Loved the Eco focus on both camps too.
Our kids, girl (nine) and teen (twelve) absolutely loved it and are now truly bitten by the safari & Africa bug.
Big Thank You to Jessica & Expert Africa colleagues and the wonderful guides and camp staff at Lewa Safari Camp and Encounter Mara.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Loved the guide book and travel wallet. Thank you
Maybe prepare a list of guide books on animals and add to your pack? We asked Jessica and got some great suggestions.
Really useful info re travel insurance as most companies sneakily avoid giving their clients adequate cover." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
The plan to start in Laikipia to see Rhino and the superb scenery then moving to Masai Mara, where game is more abundant but scenery less varied was a great call.
The choice of camps also worked very well. Lewa Safari camp is larger, more facilities and activities so a gentle introduction to safari for our kids, their first safari trip, followed by Encounter Mara - more rustic but absolutely charming. Loved the Eco focus on both camps too.
Our kids, girl (nine) and teen (twelve) absolutely loved it and are now truly bitten by the safari & Africa bug.
Big Thank You to Jessica & Expert Africa colleagues and the wonderful guides and camp staff at Lewa Safari Camp and Encounter Mara.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Loved the guide book and travel wallet. Thank you
Maybe prepare a list of guide books on animals and add to your pack? We asked Jessica and got some great suggestions.
Really useful info re travel insurance as most companies sneakily avoid giving their clients adequate cover." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms H.
London
"My Dec 2022 trip"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 27 Dec 2022 and 10 Jan 2023
"Excellent apart from unjuga"
Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs C
Devon
"My Nov 2022 trip"
I visited Kenya between 4 Nov 2022 and 14 Nov 2022
"I really had a wonderful trip apart from the experience with BA (I am attempting to claim some compensation).
Claire made all the arrangements which went like clockwork and the men from your agents were very helpful" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
Claire made all the arrangements which went like clockwork and the men from your agents were very helpful" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms B.
Canada
"My Oct 2022 trip"
I visited Kenya between 29 Oct 2022 and 13 Nov 2022
"First safari and it exceeded my expectations!
Loved the contrast between the three camps in terms of terrain, wildlife and very impressed with conservation initiatives. We could watch the animals while respecting their natural environment.
Absolute magic!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 13 on a Kenya safari
Loved the contrast between the three camps in terms of terrain, wildlife and very impressed with conservation initiatives. We could watch the animals while respecting their natural environment.
Absolute magic!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 13 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms G.
Canada
"My Oct 2022 trip"
I visited Kenya between 29 Oct 2022 and 13 Nov 2022
"Overall the trip far surpassed my expectations. Everything from the people, food and wildlife experiences were amazing and so enjoyable. Have already recommended this trip to family and friends. Thank you 🙏"
Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 13 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B.
Canada
"My Oct 2022 trip"
I visited Kenya between 29 Oct 2022 and 13 Nov 2022
"While a return trip anywhere provides lofty expectations to meet the fond memories of previous journeys, our second adventure to Kenya under Richard's experienced guidance through Expert Africa not only satisfied these expectations, but exceeded them.
Our accommodations in the conservancies balanced comfort with an authenticity you would expect from being in the heart of the Maasai Mara wilderness. Food and beverages were wonderful and catered to every dietary requirement. The wildlife sightings were abundant and we enjoyed all manner of behavior… the majestic presence of elephants, the playful whimsy of lion cubs, the drama of a leopard protecting its kill… and countless times the camera was put aside in favor of the cell phone for photography, as the animals were too close for the zoom lens!
Bottom line, whether you choose to go with family, friends, your partner... or alone... you must simply go! Your only disappointment will be the realization that your time in Kenya has come to an end...
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No further suggestions! Richard was a proactive and enthusiastic member of this team, and his continued correspondence and quick replies to any queries provided continued reassurances throughout this process.
Thank you, Richard!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Kenya safari
Our accommodations in the conservancies balanced comfort with an authenticity you would expect from being in the heart of the Maasai Mara wilderness. Food and beverages were wonderful and catered to every dietary requirement. The wildlife sightings were abundant and we enjoyed all manner of behavior… the majestic presence of elephants, the playful whimsy of lion cubs, the drama of a leopard protecting its kill… and countless times the camera was put aside in favor of the cell phone for photography, as the animals were too close for the zoom lens!
Bottom line, whether you choose to go with family, friends, your partner... or alone... you must simply go! Your only disappointment will be the realization that your time in Kenya has come to an end...
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No further suggestions! Richard was a proactive and enthusiastic member of this team, and his continued correspondence and quick replies to any queries provided continued reassurances throughout this process.
Thank you, Richard!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr and Mrs H
Hereford
"My Oct 2022 trip"
I visited Kenya between 22 Oct 2022 and 20 Nov 2022
"It was amazing and am now planning our next trip - thank you!
very good service, thank you" Read full review: 29 nights in Africa; 13 on a Kenya safari
very good service, thank you" Read full review: 29 nights in Africa; 13 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms R.
Mons
"My Oct 2022 trip"
I visited Kenya between 21 Oct 2022 and 30 Oct 2022
"Overall it was a very well planned trip and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None, you are the experts." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None, you are the experts." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms P.
Cambs
"My Oct 2022 trip"
I visited Kenya between 19 Oct 2022 and 30 Oct 2022
"It was a dream trip, superbly organised and flawlessly executed.
We couldn't be more thankful with the way Jessica dealt with various changes in our schedules, through the pandemic, and afterwards.
She was patient, kind, and always at hand to reply to queries. This trip was what it was because of all her attention to detail.
We must also mention George of Southern Safaris, who was incredibly helpful on our last day in Nairobi, driving us around the city and waiting while we had a late dinner since our flight was at midnight, insisting all the while that we not hurry and instead enjoy his city." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
We couldn't be more thankful with the way Jessica dealt with various changes in our schedules, through the pandemic, and afterwards.
She was patient, kind, and always at hand to reply to queries. This trip was what it was because of all her attention to detail.
We must also mention George of Southern Safaris, who was incredibly helpful on our last day in Nairobi, driving us around the city and waiting while we had a late dinner since our flight was at midnight, insisting all the while that we not hurry and instead enjoy his city." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs K.
Gravesend
"My Oct 2022 trip"
I visited Kenya between 4 Oct 2022 and 16 Oct 2022
"Everything we hoped for and more ..all very well organised and seamless couldn’t have asked for any more …would have no hesitation in recommending Expert Africa …what was also nice is Expert Africa has a really good reputation with the camps and guides.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No nothing comes to mind …very satisfied with everything" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Kenya safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No nothing comes to mind …very satisfied with everything" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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