Reviews of Cherish Africa Safaris

Well curated tour.

We had an unforgettable 8 day tour including Ol Pejta, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Hell's Gate NP and Amboselii with Francis. We were pleasantly suprised with the amount of wildlife in early January. Francis is well respected amongst other game drivers which helps during the drives. Francis was very knowledgeable and experienced. He also gave us a great insight into Kenyan life and politics. The accomadation felt luxury despite booking a mid range. Staff were very responsive in the booking phase especially from Australia. I would not be phased by the lower volume of reviews for this independent local company. We would most definately recommend Francis and his team at Cherish Africa to our peers.

Brin

Well organised, great value and good vibes

Cherish were an amazing company. We did the five day safari to Amboseli, Tsavo East and West. We were completely looked after the whole time from having water in the car, meals and accomodation sorted seamlessly and an amazing safari experience. Our guide Francis shared information about Kenya beyond the national parks. He was a complete expert about the animals within the parks and chose the best positions to see the animals up close by knowing how the animals would move. He also gave great tips on where to take the best photos and knew where the lighting would be good. We saw leopards, lions, elephants, hippos, buffalos, cheetahs, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, a tsavo cat and many more. Frances was fun and happy to be around. Our accommodation was amazing with great views, food and facilities. Frances gave us the option to tailor parts of the trip including having a packed lunch in the park, which we loved. The vehicle was very comfortable and we always felt safe. Would recommend 1000/10

Meg

Great safari, amazing experience !

We had a fantastic safari, the tour and the driver of the safari was really good, we had the chance to see the big 5 in just a day, and all the safari was a dream. They also helped us to organize an unforgettable birthday for my girlfriend, thanks for helping us organizing this!

Antoine

Brilliant

My first trip to Kenya and couldn't have picked a better company, I wanted to photograph birds and Francis was a great help. Book with them again.

Russel

Excellent

It was a family holiday to Masai mara,Nakuru,Amboseli and Diani the safari was well organized and our guide Solomon was very competitive with a lot information and time keeping everything was well arranged as requested we will always recommend cherish Africa safaris to everyone who wants a well planned safari.

Daniel

Thoughtful and funny

I'm from China. I came to Kenya to watch wildlife and learn about the local culture. During my travels with travel agencies, I was able to appreciate the warmth of travel agencies and locals. The activities are very well arranged, and problems will be solved in a timely manner. There are few obstacles. I watched the unforgettable and spectacular animal migrations. and interact with wildlife up close. There are also plenty of fun activities to do during the trip. For example, cycling through canyons, feeding giraffes, and taking a boat ride to see hippos up close. I learned a lot along the way and had a lot of fun. Thank you Cherish Africa Safaris for a great experience. Hopefully Cherish Africa Safaris will get better and better. Tourists are cordially invited to choose this travel agency.

陈乐多

Splendid Masai Mara safari

Had a really good experience during a 2-day safari in Masai Mara! The whole Cherish Africa Safaris team did their outmost to ensure an enjoyable experience - from start to finish.

Filip

Great experience from the Beginning till the end

Unforgettable Moments, very kind and fast service / responding. Experienced and motivated Tourguide. Good value for money. Cherish Africa give customers the feeling of being important. We would definitely book again.

Tobias

Defenitly an excellent safaridriver and guide

Francis is a friendly and communicative person, always on time, and he keeps his promisses. He is very good in finding the animals and knowledgeable. All the animals on the list and more than that we have seen. The Journey from and to Nairobi, in the colourfull and chaotic traffic is a long one, but he drives very smooth and save.

George. Marie-Jose. Steffen. Jane. Mayaa

the tour operator Francis as professional, hard working, ethical, and just.

Our 13-day journey with Cherish Safaris was truly beyond what we paid for. From the seamless organization to the carefully selected hotels and delicious meals, every detail was well taken care of. We felt the value of the trip far exceeded the cost, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves throughout. Even when our son experienced a stomach issue during the journey, the tour operator demonstrated professionalism, experience, and genuine care, which gave us great peace of mind. We highly recommend Cherish Safaris for anyone seeking a reliable and memorable travel experience.”

Jamie

Exceptional Experience With a Knowledgeable Guide

The 7-Day Mid-Range Kenya Safari with Cherish Africa Safaris was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, where I had the opportunity to see all the best sights across Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, and Lake Naivasha. When selecting a safari, I wanted to explore as many parks as possible within a 7-day window and, ideally, book with a smaller operator, believing they might be more invested in delivering an exceptional experience. This team exceeded my expectations—particularly Francis, a guide with over 20 years of safari experience, whose knowledge and patience ensured I saw all the wildlife each park had to offer. Here’s what you should know: You will encounter an incredibly broad array of animals across these parks, each with its unique geography and concentration of species. I won’t spoil it for you, but we managed to see the Big 5, the Ugly 5, and every animal in between. Trust Francis when he advises patience or tells you it’s time to move on. He is in constant radio communication with other guides and has a deep understanding of animal behavior, so you’ll quickly triangulate on rare sightings. The pre-booking logistics were seamless. Communication was done via WhatsApp, and the booking process was straightforward. Pesapal is the payment platform used, and while I had some trouble using certain credit cards, don't worry—it’s legitimate. The Cherish Africa team was responsive and helped me troubleshoot any issues. The accommodations and food at each stop were comfortable and authentic. Each lodge had its own unique charm, and I was pleasantly surprised each time. I booked somewhat last minute, so at Lake Naivasha, I wasn’t able to stay at the intended lodge and had to stay at a local hotel instead. However, that was understandable from my perspective. The only drawback of trying to visit four parks in seven days is that it obviously involves long drives between parks, in addition to the hours spent in the vehicle during game drives. This would be the case with any safari operator, but depending on your age and comfort in a land cruiser, you may want to opt for a longer safari duration or visit one fewer park. I had read many reviews about attempting four parks in one week, so I was prepared (and excited) for the long days. Overall, Cherish Africa Safaris delivered a well-rounded safari with excellent value, and I would highly recommend them to anyone!

Zach T

Excellent at organizing Safari

Very positive experience of going on safari with Cherish Africa Safaris! Esther was patient and proactive in answering all questions before booking. I selected Cherish after checking with almost 10 different operators. They understood the requirements, were good on delivering at very competitive price. Vehicle and all accommodations were excellent. Especially Sopa lodge in Naivasha and Nakuru. Only miss was accommodation in Masai Mara was outside the park and not in. But in the end it did not make a big difference. Lastly, crucial things tour guide and animals one gets to see on safari. Francis was an excellent guide throughout the safari. He was good at coordinating with other guides and locating animals, willing to spend enough time to photograph and stopping vehicle at right places to click the photographs. It was fun to ride along and chat with him during loong drives between the parks. He coordinated with restaurants proactively to arrange food in time to optimize time in the parks. Great experience overall, thanks Cherish, Esther and Francis. One tip: select and focus in visiting 2 places only if you are there for photography and trip is for one week. While it is possible to visit 4 places( Masai Mara, Amboseli, Nakuru and Naivasha) it is very exhausting and involves a lot of time on roads with heavy traffic driving for hours. In the end it feels rushed without exploring the park properly.

Krishna H

4 nights Safari - solo traveller

As a female solo traveller I enjoyed my 5 days/4 nights safari in Amboseli & Tsavo West & Tsavo East very much. Francis is an experienced Driver and Guide, he knows the best spots for animal sightings. I especially liked that the sightings have always been ethical and no animal has been disturbed by us. Francis has always been on time and answered all of my many questions regarding Kenian life and culture. The booking process has been uncomplicated and save, I was able to choose out of several options regarding car and accommodation. Every hotel has been good but I recommend to book an option including Severin Camp in Tsavo West. For me this night in the middle of the bush looking at waterholes has been a dream come true! Thank you to Francis and the whole team!

Stefanie

very nice trip with Francis, see all the things we want

very nice trip with Francis, see all the things we want in Africa. He can always find the animals and also a good storyteller to share his experiences about wild animals and Africa grassland.

TINA

Our tour operator for Maara was absolutely fantastic, professional, knowledgeable, and incredible.

We visited Masai Mara in June 2025, and it was an amazing experience. Our guide was outstanding; his knowledge, explanations, and support made the tour truly meaningful. I highly recommend it to everyone!

Jeny

Professionals, experienced and understands the clients needs.

Prompt in response to questions we asked about expectations for the safari. Their 4*4 jeep was cool for safari on the rough terrain and the whole safari.Their friendly and knowledgeable guide Frank who understands all animals in Kenya was the boys favourite with great insight on wildlife and Kenyan history. I would recommend Cherish for an unforgettable Kenyan experience.

Muoni

well organized safari with competent driver

the communication with Esther from Cherish safaris was top.We felt good the whole time!

Rosa Maria

My feedback

I travelled with my mom for this new year and this is the first ever African Continent National we ever visited. The entire trip was good the driver Francis was experienced and told us the wildlife and Kenyan local customs. The many of hotels were decent and comfortable. However the Sopa lodge and hotel at aberdare national park were not ideal for us. As the former the table is too small and no Wifi. The latter is too far to National Park. But, from the entire trip we loved the national parks and wild life. It had the good memory there. Thank you for your service!!!!

Yiheng Liu

It's a perfect trip!

Our Our driver is very experienced, and the itinerary was well-planned. We saw a lot of animals, including many sightings of predators. We even witnessed the wildebeest crossing the river and captured some surprising photos. It was incredibly satisfying!

Carolyn