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Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Member Of:
- KATO & TRA
- Tour Types:
- Mid-range & luxury tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $2,583 to $20,667 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Joseph | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Service from Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris
My experience with Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris was outstanding in every respect. From the outset, communication was professional, timely, and well-organized, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience. 5 days including Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Hell's gate.
I would like to especially commend our driver, Jack, whose expertise significantly enhanced the safari. His driving skills were excellent.
His extensive knowledge of wildlife was remarkable. He provided detailed and insightful information about the animals and their behavior, which greatly affects our overall experience.Jack’s professionalism, attentiveness, and passion for his work were evident throughout the journey. His ability to identify wildlife and share meaningful context made each game drive both engaging and educational.
I highly recommend Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris to anyone seeking a well-managed, professional, and memorable safari experience. I would gladly choose their services again in the future.
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Email Diana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An excellent tour operator with outstanding guides and truly memorable safari experiences.
Our safari guide RODGERS was absolutely outstanding. From the very beginning, he was highly engaged, caring, and attentive to our safety and comfort. Everything was organized at the highest level, and we never felt any discomfort throughout the entire trip.
Thanks to his extensive knowledge and experience, we were able to see the Big Five of Africa within just 1.5 days, as well as the so-called Ugly Five. He has an incredible understanding of animals and their behavior — he could predict their movements and position the vehicle perfectly, giving us amazing views and beautiful photo opportunities. You could truly feel that safari is not just a job for him, but a real passion. Thanks to him, this safari became an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!
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Email Agnieszka | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Experience thanks to our guide Rodgers
We had an absolutely amazing 7-day safari experience with Axis Company :) Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish, and we felt truly safe and well taken care of the whole time.
Our driver and guide, Rodgers, was outstanding — professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind. During the game drives he shared so much insight, knew exactly where to go, and thanks to him we saw an incredible amount of wildlife,including a black rhino, which was a huge highlight for us.
We visited Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli and Hell’s Gate, and each park was a unique and unforgettable experience. Rodgers’s experience and passion for wildlife made every day special.
Highly recommended — if you’re planning a safari, you’ll be in the best hands! 🐘🦁🌍
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Email Marta | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A professional, well-organized operator delivering a high-quality experience.
Axis Africa Expeditions & Safaris is very well organized, professional, and smart in every detail. Thanks to them, our trip was absolutely fantastic! Rodgers was an amazing safari guide! He knows everything about the animals, is a great and safe driver, and truly cares about his guests. On top of that, he’s fun, cool, and made the whole experience unforgettable.
Absolutely amazing
Our 7-day safari in Kenya with Axis was absolutely incredible and exceeded our expectations in every way! It was truly the adventure of a lifetime — breathtaking landscapes, amazing wildlife, and an atmosphere that’s hard to put into words.
A huge reason why this safari was 1,000 times better than we ever imagined was our guide Rodgers. He is the best guide we could have asked for — wonderful, professional, and truly dedicated. From day one, he took great care of us and our comfort, was extremely helpful in every situation, explained everything clearly, and made us feel safe and well looked after at all times.
Roger has an amazing energy, a lot of knowledge, and incredible instincts — thanks to him, we saw things we would definitely have missed on our own. He is truly the right person for this job, and he made the whole safari feel special.
We wholeheartedly recommend it — if anyone is thinking about it, it’s 100% worth it!
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Email Naj | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Disappointing and Overpriced Experience with a Problematic Guide
I regret to say that my safari with Axis Safari fell far short of expectations, especially considering the significant price I paid. I booked what was described as a mid-luxury tour to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru.
My primary issue was with the value. For the price (approximately $1000), I expected a consistently good standard. While the first lodge was excellent, the accommodation at Lake Nakuru was, in my opinion, very poor. The room was tiny, the food for dinner and breakfast was disappointing, and excessive noise made it impossible to sleep well. I was traveling with others who had booked the cheapest option, and from my perspective, I could not see a justified difference in the quality we received for the extra cost. I feel I did not receive value for my money.
Unfortunately, the experience was significantly worsened by our guide/driver, Yasin. His demeanor was consistently grumpy and he appeared annoyed by our questions about the animals or the tour. He was frequently on his phone while driving and while we were on game drives. He would often start driving without warning while we were still standing up taking photographs, which felt disrespectful and unsafe.
The most unacceptable incident occurred one day in the vehicle. After a misunderstanding about the itinerary for the following day, I tried to clarify. Yasin became very angry, stopped the car, and raised his voice at me in front of the entire group. This outburst made everyone extremely uncomfortable and was utterly unprofessional. While he apologized later that day, the incident left me feeling very upset and it ruined that entire day of the safari for me. His general inattentiveness, fast driving, and lack of guiding commentary made me feel he was more of a disinterested driver than a guide.
The Masai Mara itself is absolutely breathtaking and worth visiting. However, based on my personal experience—feeling overcharged for uneven quality and being subjected to a guide whose behavior was, at times, unprofessional and intimidating—I cannot recommend Axis Safari. I believe there are operators who would provide better value and more respectful, engaged service for a similar price.
Reply from Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris
Posted on Jan 27, 2026Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that parts of your safari did not meet your expectations.
We would like to clarify that the tour booked was our standard 4 days Group Joining Safari, Cost Option 3 which clearly involves a mix of mid-range and budget accommodations, as outlined in the itinerary and final confirmation voucher provided before travel. During your safari, you stayed at Jambo Mara Lodge (Mid-range Hotel) in Masai Mara for two nights and Buraha Zenoni Hotel (a well-rated budget hotel) in Lake Nakuru for one night. Guests seeking uniform mid-luxury accommodation throughout are always offered dedicated mid-range or luxury itineraries at a higher cost as indicated in Cost Option 4 of the Standard Itineraries. That said, we regret that the Lake Nakuru accommodation did not meet your personal comfort expectations, particularly regarding noise and room size.
Concerning your experience with the guide, we take such feedback very seriously. We have followed up internally regarding the incident mentioned, as professionalism, safety, and guest comfort are extremely important to us.
We truly appreciate your acknowledgment of the beauty of Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru. Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention, as they help us improve our services.
Email Ron | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Safari Experience
Phillip was the reason for choosing Acis Africa tours. He was prompt in response and very friendly/personal in person. We signed up for the 4day safari experience at mid level accommodations. I was surprised that the hotels were better than expected. Charles, our guide was extremely knowledgeable and professional. He helped us find the Big 5, no easy task, and we were treated so well. Thank you all!
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Email Arpit | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well planned and executed.
We had an excellent experience with Axis Safaris, who managed our trip very smoothly from start to finish. Everything was well-planned, comfortable, and stress-free.
A special mention to our guide Tom — he was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about wildlife. Thanks to his expertise and sharp tracking skills, we were able to see all of the Big 5 animals, which made the safari truly unforgettable.
Highly recommend Axis Safaris to anyone planning a Masai Mara trip. Professional team, great guide, and memories for a lifetime!
Email Dave | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Axis delivers flawless safaris with elite guides, deep wildlife insight, and unforgettable moments.
One word: Khalifa.
Without question, the best safari guide I have ever had.
I am a very experienced safari traveler, having been on safaris across Uganda, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Zambia, South Africa, and more. Because of that, I have high standards — and Khalifa didn’t just meet them, he exceeded them in every possible way. He completely set the bar for what a world-class safari guide should be.
With over 20 years of experience, Khalifa’s knowledge and instincts are extraordinary. His ability to read the plains, interpret animal behavior, and anticipate movements is nothing short of remarkable. He consistently found wildlife in places I would never have noticed on my own. The results were unforgettable.
We witnessed incredible, rare moments: multiple lion prides, including one that took down a buffalo — and we watched them feeding on their kill early in the morning in the Masai Mara. We also saw a leopard moments after it pounced on a gazelle. I have never experienced so much wildlife action on any safari before.
Throughout the tour, we saw everything I hoped for and more: lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, kudu, black and white rhinos, and massive herds of elephants crossing the road with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background. I truly believe Khalifa’s expertise is the reason we saw so much — this was not luck, but skill and experience.
Derrick, who was training under Khalifa, was also excellent — knowledgeable, attentive, and a pleasure to learn from. Hearing about the Maasai people and culture through Derrick’s personal stories added a meaningful and personal dimension to the experience. Having two outstanding guides truly made this safari exceptional.
Before the tour even began, Monika was outstanding as a communicator and planner. She was responsive, clear, and incredibly helpful throughout the booking process. Monika patiently answered all of my questions and helped me choose the perfect itinerary that truly catered to my needs, travel style, and expectations. Her communication skills and attention to detail made the entire planning process smooth, stress-free, and reassuring.
Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris delivered exceptional communication, professionalism, reliability, and value for money from start to finish. I only recommend companies that meet the highest professional standards, and Axis Africa is one I will confidently recommend to all my friends and family.
This was, without a doubt, the best safari experience of my life.
Email India | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
10/10 safari with a 10/10 guide
We had a fantastic experience with Axis safaris, from the start they were great with communication and catering to all our needs. Everything went smooth from start to finish. We spent 2 nights at Jambo Mara in Masai Mara, 1 night at Lake Nakuru lodge and 1 night at Lake Naivasha Sopa lodge.
Our safari guide Sir Charles was absolutely amazing, he was everything we had hoped for as a guide and made our 5 day safari perfect. We saw the big 5 and had many close encounters with animals and many laughs along the way. I would highly recommend Axis safaris and especially Sir Charles if you’re lucky enough to get him as your guide.