Excellent service start to finish. Our first shout out to Lincoln who was our POC for everything from booking the vacation, filling out stuff, answering all our questions and for being always responsive and helpful.
Second shout out to the service we received while in the car and at the hotels. Strong free wifi always in the car no matter how remote the location we were in, we always had the fastest and reliable internet. A mini fridge with unlimited water and cold drinks for us at all times. While at the hotels we were always received with a warm welcome, an excellent service, amazing food options, helpful staff, clean and cozy rooms.
Lastly, and biggest shout out to our amazing driver Patrick who drove us everywhere from start to finish. From picking us up from the hotels, taking us on game drives, patiently waiting for us to take pictures of all the beautiful animals no matter how many times we ask him to stop for a quick snap, for his impeccable driving skills in one of the most challenging terrains I have even experienced, for his absolutely incredible memory to remember every single location for our hotels, all the crazy roads without any sings, while still managing to find the best spots to see wildlife every single time.
Patrick is one of the rare gems who knew was extremely patient with us, kind, caring and helpful. His knowledge of identifying every unique animal and bird was always on point.
I cannot recommend enough how much we enjoyed as a family of 4, if we ever decide to do this all over again, we will not hesitate to book again with Imara African Safari.
An Incredible Safari Adventure in Kenya
Our safari through Kenya was everything we had hoped for and more. From the first inquiry to the final day of the trip, every detail was handled with care and professionalism.
A huge thank you goes to our guide, Sammy who made this journey truly unforgettable. His expertise, enthusiasm, and deep understanding of the wildlife and local culture added so much value to every game drive. He always knew where to be at the right time, giving us countless opportunities to witness amazing animal encounters and breathtaking landscapes.
Throughout the trip, Sammy was reliable, friendly, and incredibly attentive. Whether answering our questions, sharing fascinating insights, or ensuring we were comfortable, he consistently went above and beyond to make our experience special.
The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, allowing us to enjoy the diverse beauty of the Masai Mara, Amboseli and Nakuru at a relaxed pace.
We would wholeheartedly recommend Sammy and the entire team to anyone looking for a well-organized, authentic, and memorable safari experience. It was truly a trip we’ll never forget.
5 days Kenya Safari
An Incredible Safari Adventure in Kenya
Our safari through Kenya was everything we had hoped for and more. From the first inquiry to the final day of the trip, every detail was handled with care and professionalism.
A huge thank you goes to our guide, Sammy who made this journey truly unforgettable. His expertise, enthusiasm, and deep understanding of the wildlife and local culture added so much value to every game drive. He always knew where to be at the right time, giving us countless opportunities to witness amazing animal encounters and breathtaking landscapes.
Throughout the trip, Sammy was reliable, friendly, and incredibly attentive. Whether answering our questions, sharing fascinating insights, or ensuring we were comfortable, he consistently went above and beyond to make our experience special.
The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, allowing us to enjoy the diverse beauty of the Masai Mara, Amboseli and Nakuru at a relaxed pace.
We would wholeheartedly recommend Sammy and the entire team to anyone looking for a well-organized, authentic, and memorable safari experience. It was truly a trip we’ll never forget.
Our experience with Imara was absolutely outstanding from beginning to end, and honestly exceeded even our very high expectations.
The booking process was incredibly smooth. We were assisted by Lincoln, who was extremely patient, answered all of our questions, and gave us excellent recommendations throughout the planning process. He perfectly understood both what we wanted from the trip and our budget, and helped us find the best possible options in terms of value for money.
Another major factor in our decision to book with Imara was their response time. When they say they are available 24/7, they truly mean it. Planning a safari involves a lot of back-and-forth communication, and having such fast, reliable responses made a huge difference and gave us a lot of confidence throughout the process.
From the moment we arrived, everything was seamless. We were welcomed at the airport by our guide in a very comfortable vehicle, and the next day we had the lovely surprise of being greeted by the entire Imara team at our hotel. Everyone was incredibly kind and thoughtful — they even brought us very cute (and genuinely useful) safari gifts — and they carefully reviewed the entire itinerary with us before the trip started.
The overall structure and organization of the company are excellent. The safari vehicle was new, extremely comfortable, equipped with Wi-Fi, and stocked with cold water, soft drinks, and other amenities that made long game drives much more enjoyable.
And then there was our guide, Simon — truly the soul of the trip.
Before coming to Kenya, I had read many times that the guide can make or break a safari experience, and now I completely understand why. We could not have been luckier to have Simon as our guide. He is a true superstar. His knowledge about Kenya, the parks, wildlife, and animal behavior is incredibly extensive. Beyond that, he is an exceptionally careful and skilled driver, which made us feel safe and relaxed throughout the entire trip.
His logistics and time-management skills were also impressive, ensuring we made the most of every day without ever feeling rushed. He was fun, professional, and deeply passionate about what he does.
One thing that especially stood out to us was how committed he was to giving us the best wildlife sightings possible while still maintaining a very respectful attitude toward the animals and the safari environment. Unfortunately, we saw some vehicles from other companies behaving quite aggressively around wildlife, but Simon always prioritized respect for nature and ethical safari practices, which we appreciated enormously.
All four accommodations we stayed at were fantastic and memorable in their own way. We also really appreciated the constant support from the Nairobi office throughout the journey — not just from Simon, who was with us every day, but also from the central team checking in frequently to make sure everything was going well.
Overall, this trip was far beyond our expectations — and our expectations were already very high. Everything was smooth, beautifully organized, and completely stress-free from start to finish.
I would recommend Imara without hesitation to anyone planning a safari in the region, and I would absolutely book with them again in the future.
An Unforgettable Journey Beyond Expectations
A fantastic experience from the moment of booking until the end of the trip.
The itinerary was prepared incredibly quickly, especially because we decided everything at the last minute. Lincoln was always present and available, adapting the trip to make it perfect for us.
Our driver and guide, Simon, was an amazing and genuinely pleasant person. He put all his passion into trying to show us as many animals as possible and not only that. Thanks to him, we experienced moments and saw things we will never forget.
All the hotels were fantastic, and it was always a real pleasure to return there in the evening after a full day out.
Despite the low season, the few vehicles around made the whole experience feel even more magical and the weather was perfect. A beautiful trip, organised with great care. Thank you again
Ellen van der Veer/May 2026
We were very pleased with our 7-day safari booked through Imara! In short: Simon was an amazing guide - flexible, kind, and a great travel companion. Good service, good program, and flexibility to tailor the trip to our needs, both before the trip as during the trip.
We booked our trip with Wendy just a couple of weeks before departure. She was happy to assist, responded quickly and could help us answering some question we had about travelling during the rainy season (conclusion: please go!). We were offered some nice upgrades that made our trip just a bit more memorable.
On the day of arrival, they arranged an airport pick up to our hotel. The day we started the safari, we had a warm welcome by the Imara team at our hotel, and were set off with some safari presents.
During our trip we visited Amboselli NP, Lake Naivasha, cycled at Hell’s gate, did game drives at Lake Nakuru NP and ended our trip at Masai Mara NP. We were happily surprised about the number of game drives and activities, that were all unique in their own way. The parks were really really amazing! With water levels in the lake rising, we feel that the visit to the peninsula at Lake Naivasha was a bit less special compared to the other activities, but it was a welcome way to break the long trip from Amboselli to Lake Nakuru. In general we feel that the trip was planned making very efficient use of our time, without becoming too stringent or tiring.
The lodges were all in all good to very good quality for a mid-range trip. We were especially pleased with our stays in Kibo Safari Camp (shout out to Anthony managing the restaurant) and Sarova Lion Hill (the best food we had on the trip).
And then the highlight of our trip: doing game drives with Simon, our guide. Simon is a wonderfull person, he listens very well to your wishes and is always happy to explain why certain choices are made. Especially within the rainy season, this is vital to make the most of your trip and skip being out during optional heavy showers. Thank you Simon for making our trip so memorable!
We look back to an amazing safari trip and would recommend Imara 10 out of 10 to anyone who wants to explore the magin of the Kenian savanna!
K3935ABrobt/United Kingdom/April 2026
3-day Solo Private Safari
I headed to Mount Kenya for a trek to Lenana Peak. I asked the guiding company for a safari operator recommendation and they had recommended, Imara Safari’s - they could not have made a better recommendation.
It started with the initial communication, which was simply just easy and helpful. Susan was extremely responsive, flexible, and answered all of my questions, tailoring me an agenda to adjust to my needs.
The safari itself was nothing short of exceptional and an absolute dream of an experience. Ken (Guide) and Anthony (Driver and lead safari guide) were the best company for my 4-day / 3-night private safari trip. They are both really great people, humble, great humour, amazingly respectful, and spent the whole time ensuring I was having the best experience. The safari itself was incredible; such a surreal experience that took me from Aberdare National Park, to Lake Nakuru, and of course Masai Mara. The varsity and beauty of the nature, and the wildlife and animals in their natural habit was just spectacular. I got to see all of the ‘Big Five’ and Anthony went ‘out of his way’ to ensure I got to see as many Lions as possible because they’re an absolute favourite of mine. The accommodation was really nice, and Imara give options to suit personal preferences, I truly recommend requesting accommodation within the parks itself for an extra special experience.
This really was a ‘priceless experience’ and I could not give a greater recommendation than to organise your safari with Imara. They gave me a once in a lifetime experience which really allowed me to appreciated the existence of the animals and wildlife that we share this planet with.
Orlah2012/Galway, County Galway, Western Ireland/April 2026
The trip of a lifetime with amazing memories in Kenya
We had the most incredible experience with Imara Africa Safari and truly made memories that will last a lifetime. From the very beginning, the booking process was seamless and stress-free. The team was extremely responsive and accommodating, happily amending even the smallest of details to ensure everything was perfect for us. Before we even arrived, they went above and beyond by assisting with a visa issue, having it sorted for one of us within just 30 minutes, which was absolutely amazing.
Our itinerary was thoughtfully planned and executed with outstanding attention to detail. We visited the Masa Mara, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, and Diani Beach, with every stop organised flawlessly. We were even met in Nairobi upon arrival, which made everything feel smooth and welcoming from the start. The accommodation, food, and people we encountered throughout the trip were all fantastic, and the entire experience was excellent value for money.
The highlight of our trip, without a doubt, was our driver, Anthony. He was patient, kind, and incredibly generous with his knowledge. He truly made our trip. Anthony is a complete gentleman and a real credit to Imara Africa Safari. We loved spending time with him, both during our game drives and in the evenings getting to know him. He made sure we saw absolutely every animal possible, and many of the unforgettable moments we experienced simply wouldn’t have happened without him. One particularly special touch was when he went off track to show us tea plantations after we mentioned how much we enjoyed Kenyan tea, something as Irish people we were very grateful for! He waited at every point for us to observe the animals in our own time, take photos and never rushed the experience for us. We enjoyed his calm and relaxed nature and it added to our experience.
We cannot recommend Imara Africa Safari highly enough. This was a truly special trip, and we are so grateful for everything they did to make it perfect. We are especially delighted to have made a new friend in Anthony.
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We took the tour with 1 adult and 3 kids of 9,11 and 15 years old. They were very responsive during planning and flexible to accommodate our family’s needs like adding horseback riding. Our guide Patrick was very polite and knowledgeable, we could see very exciting moments in safari.
The tour was well designed to experience variety of things in Kenya, very much recommended.
