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Francesco S2025-02-04 Excellent tour operator Marurumi Safaris was very helpful and flexible in meeting our specific requests, including the choices of hotels/Lodges within the parks (an option I recommend as it allows you to not waste time entering and exiting the parks). Always punctual and precise the communication that preceded the departure.Our safari was 6 nights: 2 in Amboseli Park, 1 night at Lake Naivasha, 1 night at Lake Nakuru and 2 nights in Masa Mara.Our driver and guide Robie has always been very helpful in accommodating all our requests and often extended the game drives to allow us to witness the magnificent sunsets of the savannah and see as many animals as possible. Apart from the leopard (the most difficult to see) we saw all the big five and in some cases even very closely (white rhinos, lions and elephants).Robie was always able to answer all our questions and curiosities, demonstrating a good knowledge of parks and animals, although we expected that, as a guide, he would be the initiative to talk to us in general about parks and the characteristics and habits of animals. The hotels/lodges chosen are very nice and the activities offered at Lake Naivasha are very popular. Seaside195089073342025-01-03 Best Experience We could have had !! My wife and I booked this Safari in December to celebrate our honeymoon. And I soo glad that we booked the trip with Marurumi Safari! Both James and Ivy really made the trip special and went out of their way several times to make sure that we had the best experience. It was the most amazing experience! In just 6 Days we visited three different parks and stayed at three difference accommodations. All of the accommodations were picked by Marurumi and each offered great food, costumer service and proximity nears the park especially the Sopa lounge at Lake Nakuru. Each park in the package offered something different and special. James had an intimate knowledge of each of the parks, the wildlife contained within and the best area/ times to see animals. On several occasions even while driving James was able to spot many animals that we were able to see. Because of him were able to see cheetahs hippos, lions, giraffes, leopards, rhinos, elephants and many more. And most impressive we were able to some animals from a few feet away! He has a few tricks up his sleeve from being a veteran safari guide.After the tour, we had an extra day in Nairobi and the staff from Marurumi were kind enough to spend time with us taking us around the city! We went to the highest building in the downtown area, ate at a local restaurant and went to the Kenya National Museum. James and his staff went above a beyond our expectations and because of that we will be planning another trip in the next two years for another park and will definitely be booking it with Marurumi. By the end of the trip James, Ivy and Robinson felt more like family than tour guides.I fully recommend Olivia T2024-12-31 Amazing Kenyan Safari We had an amazing experience on our Safari. Everything was well taken care of and our Tour guide James went the extra mile to make sure we saw all the big 5. The nature was breathtaking and we learned a lot about Kenyan culture. Definitely recommend Marurumi Safaris. Anna2024-11-24 Positive experience We contacted the agency from Italy and thanks to the quick communication we organized everything in a few days making changes to the proposed itinerary. Robin was patient and helpful. The lodges nice and clean. Recommended. JR S2024-11-12 Unforgettable Kenyan safari with Marurumi—expert guides, seamless planning, and stunning experiences! We just got back from an unforgettable girls' trip to Kenya and are already planning our next adventure!Planning a safari can feel overwhelming with so many providers out there, but we struck gold with Marurumi. Here’s what we were looking for in a tour company:Private tour with the opportunity to socialize in the evenings.Mix of activities alongside the classic jeep safari.Flexible schedule with a relaxed pace when needed.Fair pricing without compromising on quality.Marurumi ticked every box! We chose their 7-day tour starting in Nairobi, covering Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru, and the iconic Maasai Mara.Why we picked Marurumi: Their base package stood out because it already included unique activities like a boat ride and a walking safari. We added on a few extras, like a bike ride in Hell's Gate (a must-do!), a visit to a Maasai village (great for understanding their culture and crafts—book the traditional welcome ceremony if you can), and the once-in-a-lifetime balloon safari. The balloon ride was the most expensive add-on, but worth every penny! From early morning pickup to the breathtaking flight and the Champagne breakfast in the reserve, it was a highlight of our trip.Our guide, James, made all the difference. As the founder and owner of Marurumi, he brings unmatched experience and insight into the safari world. From the moment we set off, we felt safe, comfortable, and in good hands. Safaris involve long days together, often driving across vast distances, and James made us feel completely at home. His car became our home base, where he shared stories about Kenya's landscapes, wildlife, and culture, and he gave us space to rest when we needed it.James went above and beyond every step of the way—whether it was arranging late checkouts so we could freshen up after a game drive or adjusting activities to help us make the most of each day. With him, we saw The Big 5, captured incredible photos, and witnessed nature in all its raw beauty. His eye for spotting wildlife, even from afar, is incredible, and he always helped us get the perfect shot and shared fascinating details about each animal.From start to finish, Marurumi exceeded our expectations. We left Kenya with memories that will last a lifetime and a deep appreciation for the people, wildlife, and landscapes we encountered. For anyone considering a safari in Kenya, I can’t recommend Marurumi enough! yvonneaasbo2024-10-20 A family safari beyond expectations: Highly recommended We had a truely amazing safari adventure with Marurumi Safaris, and felt so safe and comfortable from the very first contact and throughout our safari. We are a family of four, with two girls aged 15 and 18. We chose the 6-day tour exploring Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara. Each park had their own character, both in terms of nature and wildlife, so I would definitely advise to explore more than one park when on safari in Kenya. The drive through the countryside from park to park was also a huge part of the experience, seeing the African daily life unfold.We stayed at Sopa Lodge in Amboseli and Nakuru, Mtito Mara Camp in Masai Mara and Sopa Resort in Naivasha. They were all very lovely and clean, with great food and service. The latter had sebras, giraffes and waterbucks roaming freely around the hotel premises, and lots of hippos coming up to grass at night, inside a fenced area for safety. We reached out to Marurumi Safaris with our date of arrival and departure in Nairobi, and brief wishes for the safari experience. They tailor made the trip for us, including all accommodation, transport, game drives and other experiences. Everything was thought through and taken care of, and communication was great.We were greeted at the airport by our guide/driver John and Ivy from the office. John was an excellent guide, very friendly and experienced, sharing insight into the wildlife in addition to Kenyan culture and everyday life. Half way through our safari, John had to attend to urgent family matters, so James, the owner of Marurumi Safaris, stepped in as our guide. He was just as experienced and friendly as John, and we had many interesting and insightful conversations. After a week on safari with Marurumi ,we are left with our cameras and minds full of amazing memories and experiences. We got to see all the big five, including several close encounters with the "lion king". Amboseli's big tusker Craig is another highlight - and so many more.We give Marurumi Safaris our warmest recommendations! Artem G2024-10-19 Top safari experience We really enjoyed our trip to Kenya, James from Marurumi Safari made it special - he showed outstanding knowledge of his country, shared with us some fascinating stories about Kenyans and animals, made us fell in love with the country. Absolutely recommended. Tip: don’t plan activities for absolutely every day, just make sure to stay in one of the beautiful lodges, relax and take your time! Marurumi will make every day you plan special. Alessia G2024-10-15 OUR GREAT ADVENTURE IN BLACK AFRICA, REAL AFRICA! We organized this fantastic Safari thanks to the help and experience of Maruruni Safaris, which we selected after contacting different agencies! That's a good choice! The itinerary that I proposed to them included two days in Amboseli, the park that most surprised us for the variety of environments, a walking safari on the shores of Lake Naivasha, a game drive in the park of Lake Nakuru, where we could admire the rhinoceroses and, for the grand finale, the Masai Mara, the park that most of all stimulated our dreams of adventure and that respected the high expectations we had. James was a superb Guide, demonstrating a great knowledge of the habitats we visited, a rare sensitivity with our 5 year old and infinite patience in trying to tell kenya despite our poor knowledge of English. The itinerary was definitely intense but allowed us to see the big five and the ugly five. Personally, I think you could hardly have asked for more from this unforgettable experience.In addition to the safari we asked to organize for the day we arrived in Nairobi, a day tour with three stops: the slum of Kibera (crazy experience that showed us a world without filters really far from our daily lives), a visit to the giraffe center (overrated, especially going to see the giraffes in their habitat), a visit to the nairobi street kitchen (an agglomeration of dining and craft activities in a really well organized location, although very European in target). Finally, I would like to really thank all the little Maruruni for the beautiful adventures that she made us live and the precious memories that we will keep close forever! rafakiss2024-10-14 Great experience! Great experience. From the first contact, communication was very good. They adapted the script according to my request. Robie is the most polite and helpful guide you can find. Thank you very much. Myria12024-10-12 A dream come true. Thank you, Rocking Robin. What a fabulous experience we had with Marurumi Safaris. Our guide, Robin, was exceptional. At the start, he asked us what our expectations were. We were on a private safari and really wanted to see the Big 5 and as many of the animals as we could. Robin made our dreams come true. We couldn't believe how close we got to the animals. The van we were in allowed us to stand right through the park for great views. Robin also understood that we wanted maximum park time.The accommodation at Mitto Mara was extremely good. The staff were amazing and so well trained. It was a great choice of business partner.There was just one fly in the ointment. On the night before our safari, we were presented with an additional invoice, which was a bolt from the blue. We were fortunate that we could honor the invoice, but we were also disappointed with this unwanted surprise.Load more
Tripadvisor rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 65 reviews
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James is the best tour guide
5/5
We traveled to Amboseli national park.
It was the best decision for us to use marurumi tour company.
Our guide James was kindly, very entertaining, and ensured we spotted as much wildlife as possible.
We really enjoyed this tour.
I would recommend marurumi safari tour company again.

It was amazing! Fabulous!
5/5 rating
The accommodations were clean and very cosy. James was a perfect host, the communication went smooth and friendly, he was really polite to us and he offered us all extras that we wanted. The trips to the Maasai and Mara Game Reserve was phenomenal. The service was amazing, thank you James.

Love can't describe how wonderful this experience was.James treated us like friends, and cares so much about his country and the environment. This trip is designed around animals, but you may just find a human connection like none other. Asante sana James!