Looking for good and (relatively) affordable safari companies for Masai Mara August 1ish - 6ish. Any suggestions? I hope things aren't all filled up by now!
THANK YOU!!!
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safaridude
Here is a list of the top three Kenya safari companies based on trip reports submitted by past safari travellers and reputations in the industry.
It's divided into budget, mid-range and deluxe categories. Hope that helps...
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bundubasher
Hi try Paul at Taste of Africa Tours
Direct Line : +254-722677967
Office :+254-20241445
Telefax :+254-20252086
E-mail: paul@tasteofafricasafaris.com
web :www.tasteofafricasafaris.com
Skype: safariskenya
If he can't help you, and if you want to do a self-drive I also know someone who hires out a 7 seater landcruiser in Nairobi. I can also recomend a self-catering camp site just outside the Sekanani Gate of the Mara NP.
We stayed there with a group of 3 vehicles (12 pax), did self-catering and caught the migration in July/August a couple of years back. We had great fun - and alot cheaper than going with a tour op.
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notinuf
check recommendations here on LP page, and also see what is comfortable with, and your budget.
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neverpentium
You may as well check out http://safaridestinations.org
They offer great Safaris to all East African National Parks.
My friends had a great time last Year on one of their Safaris
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bundubasher
Smallmasterr - thank you for your ever present vigulence (Sp?) however it does get a bit tiresome to be continually warned about the bleedin' obvious.
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smallmasterr
Bundubasher -
There were about 3-4 impersonators below your post, that have now been removed. So now it seems it's directed towards yours, hence maybe your irritation. Sorry for that.
You would be surprised how many folks actually fall for them. Acacia, Jehome, Homestays, etc...these guys have been making quite some money here and quite some unhappy horror-story type safaris for folks that fell for them; on this board. Only by being very proactive will they stop. Granted, moderators have become quicker, but there was a time some months ago that ThornTree was not properly checked and it was messy. Also, Kenya in particular, is bombarded by pretending tourists and what-not.
To you its bleeding obvious, but many out there are bloody internet ignorant.
By the way: vigilence. Send me a beer for that one.
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