4 Days Small Group Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari

Wonderful Safari experience

The experience was everything we expected. We saw literally hundreds of wild animals, from zebras, to lions, a cheetah eating his pray, and a long etc. The accomodations were modest but clean and comfortable. Robert, the he guide was very good and polite.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are truly delighted to hear that your safari exceeded expectations and that you were able to witness such an incredible variety of wildlife. Seeing hundreds of animals including zebras, lions and a cheetah in the middle of a hunt is exactly the kind of unforgettable moment that makes the Maasai Mara so special, and we are so glad you got to experience that firsthand. We are also pleased to know that you found the accommodations modest yet clean and comfortable. While we always aim to provide a balance between authenticity and comfort, it is wonderful to hear that this met your expectations and contributed positively to your overall stay. A special thank you for your kind words about Robert. He is a highly valued member of our team, and we are very proud of the professionalism, politeness, and dedication he brings to each safari. We will make sure to share your feedback with him, he will be absolutely thrilled to know that he made your journey so enjoyable and memorable. Your feedback means a great deal to us, as it not only encourages our team but also helps us continue to improve and deliver exceptional experiences for all our guests. It was a pleasure organizing your safari, and we sincerely hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Kenya in the future for another amazing adventure. Whether it is the Maasai Mara again or exploring other beautiful destinations, we would be honored to host you once more. Regards, Lesley

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Great tour for a good price

I booked the 4 days, 3 nights budget safari to Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru. Nice contact through whatsapp and mail before the trip. Quick and clear responses. Transfer to the meeting point on the first day was perfect on time. Driver Peterson was very friendly and shared some interesting information about Kenya. At the meeting point it was a bit chaotic. I was assigned to driver Paul. No introduction, I was just told to sit in the van. I have been sitting there for hours before the group was final complete and we could start our journey to Masai Mara. Personally I was not happy with driver Paul. He was on the phone for like 80% of the trip and seemed annoyed if you asked him any questions. So no information about the sightseeing on the way. In Masai Mara I slept in Rhino Tourist Camp. The place was very basic and the food was simple. But as I booked the budget option I think this place was good enough for sure. Own tent with private bathroom and very friendly staff. In Lake Nakuru I spend the night in Buraha Zenoni Hotel. For me this place didnt seem like a budget option, very luxurious. Very comfortable room, nice swimming pool and very good food. The National Parks were amazing. I really enjoyed the game drives. We spotted the whole Big Five and saw many other beautiful animals. Unfortunately we did not have a guided tour by a ranger at the Masai Mara river. Although it was in the itinerary, driver Paul said it was not included. However in Lake Nakuru we had a very nice walk to a waterfall. Overall I had a great time and do recommand Perfect Wilderness Tours. The price was great comparing to other companies and I think you see just as much with this budgettour as with a very expensive tour. For me no 5 stars because as I mentioned the driver Paul, who wasn't helpfull and didn't feel like he was interested in our group or the animals at all. However I had to change cars for my return back to Nairobi and this driver was very opposite. Very friendly and answering to my questions and making a good atmosphere in the car.

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Fantastic safari experience

I have contacted PWT directly to organize a shared safari in a small group to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru. The preparation in advance went very well, fast answers, thinking pro active of what we wanted to do and how to organize. They picked us up with a safari vehicle (open top and windows that opened on the sides) in Nairobi and took us to Masai Mara for 2 nights. Peter, our driver, went over and beyond to show us the best of the wildlife, He was very clear in his communication, knew a lot about the animals and about the region. Somebody in the group needed to make some changes to her itinerary and he helped out perfectly to arrange this with the office in Nairobi. You feel very confident and blessed to have him as your driver. For me the budget accomodation was a bit to budget but that was our own choice. I would go for a higher level if I would do it again. After that we had a private safari to Lake Navaisha, Hell's Gate and Samburu where we decided to make some last minute changes. Peter together with our new driver Nathan arranged this fast and good with the office without extra costs. What a service! PWT also took care of our flight from Nairobi to Diani Beach and the transfer to and from the hotel. All perfectly arranged. I can only recommend PWT and if you can I would also ask if Peter could be your driver. You will not regret it! Nathan was also very good but because of the changes we have made, we have spend less time with him.

Response from the operator: Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with PWT. It’s great to hear that the planning process was smooth and that our team could accommodate your needs efficiently. We are delighted that Peter and Nathan made your safari experience memorable with their expertise, flexibility, and dedication. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to them! Your feedback on accommodation is also valuable, and we are always happy to assist in selecting options that best suit your preferences. We are grateful for your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future! Warm regards, Clara

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terrible disappointing

We were excited for our first safari, but unfortunately it was disappointing, we threw our money away, the driver didn't follow the itinerary he had given me, he didn't organize the tour, this made you miss the tours because the driver kept filming two girls he was taking video for social media and everything was delayed and we ended up not completing the itinerary, the driver Julio, we paid for a 3 night tour but it wasn't worth it, we stopped in the village to change buses and left late because of two girls who stopped everywhere The trip was delayed because of a dance on social media, it ended up that last night we went straight to the hotel without any tour and the driver was running like crazy and we followed him and even though we were sorry we ended up hitting our heads because he didn't stop at the speed bump. It looked like a crazy person driving. I don't recommend this tour and to make matters worse, the last bench in the middle has no feel. I really like filming and taking photos but I respect the schedule and I would like the driver to also respect the itinerary, after all it is an expensive trip. Terrible disappointing

Response from the operator: Halo Simone Julio is one of the best drivers in safari and all clients that go with him have seen all the big 5 . This is a group safari with clients from different back grounds and different expectations, The driver has to be able to accomodate everyone to a certain extent. Itinerary DAY 1; Evening game drive. we agree he was a bit late to start but this is because the road from your camp to other camp had been cut out by rain and the vehicle had to go round to be able to pick other clients. The game drive is 2 hours this day and he tells me that you were able to spot a rare Cheetah and all the grazing animals. DAY 2 FULL DAY GAME DRIVE Here the driver instead of the normal 8 to 4 pm 8 hours - He did 7 to 5 pm giving an extra 2 hours and this day you spooted alot of the animalls , reaching all the way to mara river. Day 3 Transfer to nakuru- this was seamless DAY 4; Game drive in nakuru- we advertise 2- 3 hours but julious did 4 hours; CONCLUSION There were 2 girls from kazakstan who were taking photos and recording their memories, we cannot deny that to them, they are here for holiday its their right. a 10 minutes wait is in okay. As long as all your game drives were conducted and driver makes efforts to recover any lost time. The 2 clients stopped to shop at a souvenir shop and we normally allocate 15 to 20 minutes. Those not shopping can wait in the car as you did. All in all we apologize if you felt they took alot of time.

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Amazing wildlife but quite unsatisfied acommadation conditions on caming tents

Generally, it was a very lovely and fruitful experience, with Mark as our tour guide, who enabled us to know exactly every species of the wildlife in Masai Mara, and was promtly to recognize some rare-to-see animals among the Big Five, and Cheetah on the 1st day during our trip. However, we had 7 touristes during the trip, and the Toyata white Van, the vehicle was not so comfortable for us to seat, cuz the chassis was so low that we were scambling on the turf road inside the safari. And what is unexpected was the poor conditions of the camping tent on Maasai village, with almost no hot water for taking shower. Fortunately, we met the situation that a Lion was biting the wildbeest until the latter was suffocated to death. It's unbelievably amazing!! I come from China, and I met quite a lot compatriots with varieties of ages, and backgrounds, appreciated for that. From July to the mid of Sep., it's the right time to visit Masai Mara.

Response from the operator: Hello, Thanks for writing to us such a great review with a 5 star rating. We are happy to hear that your day trips in Nairobi was a fantastic one. Our guide Mark is among our best professional guide. Very informative and knowledgeable. We are however saddened to hear of this feedback and have already rectified the improvements on the previous vehicle. We have also contacted the lodges and proper amendments shall be enhanced. We look forward to serving you again in the near future. Regards, Victor

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