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THE CLASSIC ESCAPE3-day Maasai Mara safari
Nairobi · Maasai Mara · Nairobi
The safari begins with the journey from Nairobi and an arrival-afternoon Mara game drive when arrival and entry allow. One full day is devoted to private wildlife viewing, followed by the return to Nairobi without a departure-morning game…
THE ELEPHANT COUNTRY3-day
Amboseli safari
Nairobi · Amboseli · Nairobi
The safari combines an Amboseli arrival-afternoon drive with a full day of morning and afternoon wildlife viewing. After two Amboseli nights, the third day returns to Nairobi without a separate departure-morning game drive.
MORE TIME IN THE MARA4-day Maasai Mara safari
Nairobi · Maasai Mara · Nairobi
Four days and three Mara nights combine a private road journey from Nairobi, an arrival-afternoon game drive and two full wildlife days. A Maasai village visit is optional and separately arranged. The fourth day is the road return…
FLY INTO THE MARA3-day Mara fly-in safari
Nairobi Wilson · Maasai Mara · Nairobi
Flights connect Nairobi Wilson and the Maasai Mara for an arrival game drive and a full day of private wildlife viewing. Two Mara nights are followed by the return flight to Wilson; ballooning and a bush dinner remain…
FOLLOW THE SEASONS5-day migration safari
Nairobi · Maasai Mara · Nairobi
An arrival-afternoon drive is followed by three full wildlife days in the Maasai Mara, exploring current animal movements, predators and river viewing areas when practical. The final day returns to Nairobi after four Mara nights, without a departure-morning…
TIME TOGETHER4-day Mara family safari
Nairobi · Maasai Mara · Nairobi
Four days and three Mara nights provide a private family safari with an arrival-afternoon outing and two full wildlife days. The guide shapes viewing sessions around the family's interests and a suitable pace. The fourth day is the…
THROUGH YOUR LENS4-day Mara photography safari
Nairobi · Maasai Mara · Nairobi
Four days with three nights in the Maasai Mara, including an arrival drive when entry and arrival arrangements permit and two full private wildlife-photography days. The final day returns to Nairobi without an additional game drive.
A SHORT WILD ESCAPE2-day Mara fly-in safari
Maasai Mara
The one-night fly-in safari connects Nairobi Wilson and the Maasai Mara, with a private arrival-afternoon game drive and a departure-morning outing. The viewing windows fit the booked flight and airstrip-transfer schedule before the return to Nairobi.
STAY A LITTLE LONGER6-day Mara migration safari
Nairobi · Maasai Mara · Nairobi
This six-day private road safari spends five nights in the Maasai Mara, with two nights at a first base near the river and three at a second Mara base. Three full game-viewing days allow extended wildlife observation, while…
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It was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was reallyIt was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was really good with a lot of personalized service.The guide was the best one, fully recommended our guide, Kelvin Ndolo, he drive through all the safari to let us catch some good pictures, the service is really good with him, he was a nice person with a lot of experience, telling you about everything in Kenya in general, nice time with him, helping, giving advices, experienced man.He is el chingon!!In general we can say that we wouldn't be in a better tour and guide for the first experience in Kenya!…
Kevin is amazingly very responsive, flexible, prompt, a true professional, exceptional communicator! Everything was smooth, zero bumps on tour l made at very short notice of lessKevin is amazingly very responsive, flexible, prompt, a true professional, exceptional communicator! Everything was smooth, zero bumps on tour l made at very short notice of less than 6 hours in adance! Calvin, the tour guide is amazing too: prompt pick up on the dot; great and very clear verbal communication, very professional!…
I booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted toI booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted to my preferences, at a price that really surprised me, in a good way. My guide was fantastic, not just knowledgeable about wildlife but also about the socialBiophysical environmental, geomorphology and human stories behind the places we visited. Everything just flowed. I couldn’t be happier with the experience and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an authentic Kenyan adventure…
Our guide Faith was knowledgeable and accommodating. She knew exactly what time the activities started and exactly where to go to secure the best positions so that we could getOur guide Faith was knowledgeable and accommodating. She knew exactly what time the activities started and exactly where to go to secure the best positions so that we could get the best views. She knew the giraffes by name and their temperaments and took photos/videos for us while we fed the giraffes. Lovely day! Note that tour does not include admission fee to Nairobi National Park.…
Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The tripsKelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The trips were completely seamless. We had terrific communication beforehand in preparation for the experiences, and we felt that all aspects were accounted for. Kelvin was absolutely exceptional as a guide. He was very knowledgeable about the animals, the local history, and the elements of the safari experience. His ability to navigate us to exactly the spots where we could see the most, be the closest, and truly experience all that Kenya has to offer.For the first-day experience, we traveled to Amboseli. People in our group really wanted to see elephants. And elephants we saw! Kelvin helped position the Land Cruiser so that we had multiple herds of elephants (including babies) walk in front of the vehicle, less than 10 feet away!! It was a memorable sight. We also saw lions, zebras, wildebeests, birds (of all kinds), giraffes, and so much more. Kelvin has a college degree in wildlife management, and he is both extraordinarily knowledgeable and professional in the trip. He answered our questions, provided information, and helped us experience the wildlife in the safest manner possible. I would definitely recommend taking the Land Cruiser over the Safari van. The roads in the park are bumpy, and the Land Cruiser ensured a safe, comfortable ride while also getting us into the perfect spot to see the animals. After 4 hours or so in the park, we headed to a beautiful lodge to eat. The food and experience at the lodge were wonderful. After that, we did another drive before leaving to head back to Nairobi. A long but unbelievable day!For the second experience, we headed to Nairobi National Park, then the Sheldrick Elephant Trust, Kobe Beads, lunch, and the Giraffe Center. Again, Kelvin was a masterful guide. In the park, he got us close to hippos, rhinos, zebras, giraffes, ostriches, and even a crocodile- among many other animals. He found the perfect spots and maneuvered the vehicle just right (and sometimes even off the beaten path) to make sure we saw the best views of the animals (again, we recommend the Land Cruiser for the best experience!). After talking with others who took different trips to Nairobi National Park, we realized how special our visit was. Many of them didn’t have Kelvin guiding them and, as a result, missed seeing all that we saw. We can’t emphasize enough how amazing Kelvin is. From there, Kelvin got us to the Elephant Sanctuary. He had the tickets already set, so all we needed to do was walk in, and then he got us to the perfect spot where we could be feet away from baby elephants, a baby rhino, and a baby zebra. Truly spectacular! After that, we visited a local bead factory that is a microenterprise supporting local women. We had a tour, learned about the beading process, and then had the opportunity to visit their shop (no hassling or pressure to buy- but we did get some beautiful items!). Then to a hidden garden for lunch at a local restaurant, and then finally to the giraffes. By the time we got to the giraffes, it was very busy, but again, Kelvin worked his magic to get us through the line quickly (we felt like VIPs!) and to the perfect spot to feed them. He clearly knows the staff, as he was able to get us pictures and even additional food to feed the animals. After a long day, he masterfully navigated traffic (which is no joke) to return us to the hotel.All in all, our time in Kenya would not have been the same without Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours. We can’t recommend their tours any higher. You will not be disappointed!!!…
Amazing morning to the elephant orphanage and Giraffe sanctuary. Faith our guide was lovely she was waiting for us at pick up time and was helpful and informative all day. SheAmazing morning to the elephant orphanage and Giraffe sanctuary. Faith our guide was lovely she was waiting for us at pick up time and was helpful and informative all day. She made sure we got to the front of the queue so we had a great space to see the Elephants. I would highly recommend this trip.…
The short version: If you want a hassle-free, very professional, highly educational safari with a connected and very experienced guide, simply book Calvin through Rustic NatureThe short version: If you want a hassle-free, very professional, highly educational safari with a connected and very experienced guide, simply book Calvin through Rustic Nature Tours and get the Land Cruiser.The longer version: We found Rustic Nature Tours through Tripadvisor, then spent a lot of time on their website learning about the different tours. We settled on a day in Amboseli and part of a day in Nairobi National Park, including the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the Giraffe Centre, and the Kobe Tough bead center.On the first day - our trip to Amboseli - Calvin picked us up at our hotel in a very clear and modern Toyota Land Cruiser HAL (a Land Cruiser retrofitted with a reinforced chassis, a pop-up roof, and other safari-appropriate changes) and drove us through the "free-form" Nairobi traffic (if you haven't spent years driving in Nairobi, do not - and i cannot emphasize this enough - start now). Calvin got us safely to Amboseli where he proceeded to have (what seemed to us) a sixth sense about where the interesting animals and birds were, how to position the Land Cruiser to give us the best vantage points for viewing and photographing. We saw elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, Thompson's gazelles, hawks (and many, many other birds), lions, and a bunch of other animals. All along the way, Calvin identified everything we were looking at (and, very patiently, identified them again and again as we would forget or get confused) and explained their role in the Kenyan (and African) ecosystem and cultures. Calvin is University-educated in this, and the breadth and depth of his knowledge is evident.Our second trip was two days later, and was no less amazing than the first trip, but it was much closer to Nairobi - it is about 10km from the middle of the city to the park. Here we saw rhinos, hippos, more zebras, bison, rock hyraxes, crocodiles, ostriches, etc. As in Amboseli, Calvin had incredible sense of where the animals were and how to get his safari truck in just the right position. At the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and the Giraffe Centre Calvin knew how to help us avoid the crowds, get great viewing positions, and make the most of our time in each place. I can't imagine trying to navigate either of those without a guide and get the same experience. You could do it, but it is 100x better with a guide (at least with Calvin). Lastly, the Kobe Tough bead center is an amazing place that helps women in Kenya and it is very lovely - no haggling and absolutely beautiful bead work. It is 100% worth visiting.Rustic Nature Tours handled all of the park registrations and entry fees; all of the entrances were very smooth (at least from my perspectice, I don't know what magic Calvin was working).The combination of Rustic Nature Tours organization and Calvin's extensive knowledge of the Kenya ecosystem, Land Cruisers, and centres to visit made our experience absolutely incredible. You truly cannot go wrong here.…
Kelvin was amazing The tour took us thru Nairobi national park for a morning safari and the number of animals we saw was incredible. Kelvin was constantly in touch with his fellowKelvin was amazing The tour took us thru Nairobi national park for a morning safari and the number of animals we saw was incredible. Kelvin was constantly in touch with his fellow tour guides and when they saw something we hadn’t already he quickly got us there We then went to the elephant sanctuary and again Kelvin made sure to get us the best spot to watch. We then proceeded to the giraffe conservation and Kelvin again made sure one of the guides personally toured us around and answered all of our questions. He truly made our day once in a lifetime…
Our family—including three children under 6 and my parents—had the BEST three days in Nairobi with Kelvin! He helped kick off our Kenya trip and set the bar incredibly high forOur family—including three children under 6 and my parents—had the BEST three days in Nairobi with Kelvin! He helped kick off our Kenya trip and set the bar incredibly high for the rest of our vacation.Everything was seamless from start to finish. Kelvin went above and beyond to make sure our boys had an amazing time. Even our autistic son, who can be slow to warm up to new people, quickly connected with him. Kelvin was incredibly patient, kind, and wonderful with all of our children.He is extremely knowledgeable and made sure we had the best experience everywhere we went. From finding the perfect spot to watch the elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to sharing insights throughout each tour, he truly made every stop memorable.For reference, we booked day tours to Nairobi National Park, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the Giraffe Centre, Kazuri Beads, Hells Gate National Park, and Lake Naivasha. Every excursion was well organized and exceeded our expectations.The next time we visit Kenya, we will book our entire trip with Kelvin—from multi-day safaris to lodging and everything in between. We can't recommend him highly enough!…
Faith was the perfect guide: knowledgeable, passionate and fun to spend the day with. She shared fascinating insights while making everything feel relaxed and enjoyable. TheFaith was the perfect guide: knowledgeable, passionate and fun to spend the day with. She shared fascinating insights while making everything feel relaxed and enjoyable. The visits to the elephant orphanage and giraffe conservation centre were unforgettable and the bead-making experience was a wonderful opportunity to learn about local culture and craftsmanship. Nothing was too much trouble, with her positive energy making the entire day even more special. Thank you, Faith, for an unforgettable experience. Asante sana! 🇰🇪✨🦒🐘💕…
We had a fantastic 3 day experience with Rustic Nature Tours! Kelvin was incredibly knowledgeable of everything in and around Nairobi. He was amazing with our 3 young kids asWe had a fantastic 3 day experience with Rustic Nature Tours! Kelvin was incredibly knowledgeable of everything in and around Nairobi. He was amazing with our 3 young kids as well. He has a ton of experience and knows all of the great places to see, eat, and explore in the area.…
Fantastic experience! Highly recommend but do have your park fees prepaid and a screenshot! Wifi impossible. Be early, and have camera ready!