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Odyssey Safaris
- Located In:
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United States
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2002)
- Member Of:
- IATA, APTA & KPSGA
- Tour Types:
- Custom luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $12,120 to $17,315 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
African Safari
We travelled to South Africa and Zimbabwe. The stress was taken away from the planning as everything including flights were booked by my agent. The trip was very enjoyable and everything was extremely organized, removing the potential stress. Highly recommend.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
They are excellent, very helpfull and on time in our daily activities.
They are always there to help us in our needs. they are knowledgable in our daily task and on time if not earlier on time schedule. They explain all the places we visited as if they live there and knew about it not memorizing of what they read about the place. when it comes to accomodation they knew the place and check us in and show about the place even going to the rest room if needed. They are excellent people and I don't have a doubt in my mind that if I have to go back I will definitely look for thesame company
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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
First class and top notch. An experience of a lifetime.
Kudos to Odyssey for such a wonderful experience from planning to final execution. It was with a little fear and trepidation that I left Canada for a country that is so totally different from the comforts we have here in North America. But my fears were soon alleviated when we arrived at our first accommodation. It was far superior than I had anticipated and it set the bar for the rest of the journey. We were greeted at the Nairobi airport by Erastus, our guide and driver for the duration of our stay. I can't say enough about how wonderful our experience was, Erastus was so knowledgeable about the animals and their habits and was able to locate the big 5 within the first two days. Our interaction with the staff at all campsites was first class, they couldn't seem to do enough to ensure our stay was memorable and all our needs were met. It was a magical experience thanks to Mark Cahill and his staff at Odyssey Safaris and the planning that went into making our trip so wonderful. A big thank you to Erastus, he is a wonderful Ambassador for Kenya and takes great pleasure in showing us foreigners his country. As far as recommending Odyssey Safaris as a tour operator, out of 10, they have a 15 in my books. Thanks again.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had an amazing safari trip to Kenya this October - a 12 out of 10!
Our tour was well organized with top of the line accomodations. Our safari driver was the best from picking up at the airport to our departure at the end. We saw all the main animals and visited two villages to drop of supplies. It was the adventure of a lifetime!
Email Margaret Ann | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Loved it!!!!!!
This was SUCH a great adventure and all the people working for Odyssey were super from beginning to end. The first test happened when we arrived in Nairobi at 3am but our luggage was not there too! Eliud and Lucy were there to meet us and checking on our luggage and making reports was a slow process causing delay at a time when you would want things to go smoothly so that you could get to the hotel. They were both happily accommodating and just took this in stride. And actually, finally getting our luggage the next day took a great deal of persistence on Eliud's part but he finally was able to get it for us-----his graciousness was remarkable! And then we were on our way!!!
The accommodations were very nice....."tents" in the tent camps are not what we think of as tents. They are very large rooms with very large bathrooms and are very clean. They have hardwood floors and sliding glass doors to the back patios. Just watch when you open the door to enter or leave your room that monkeys or baboons don't try to run in! They are all over in all sizes but tend to keep their distance. No real problem.
John was our driver and he was such a nice, fun guy! Our vehicle was marvelous! Everyone had a large window, plenty of room and the roof would raise up if we wanted. We could be out on our game drives as long as we wanted to be but we were usually ready to come back for dinner and we weren't interested in going out at night although it was possible. The animals are fairly easy to find and are used to vehicles; so they don't run away. And all of the drivers communicate with one another so there are usually numerous vehicles parked to watch. (Some of the animals are so quiet that you feel that you could get out and mingle...but...mmmmmm.....probably not!) Be prepared for many VERY bumpy roads-----John called it an "African massage!" LOL....
I recommend this trip to everyone......it is such an adventure and Odyssey played a big part in our enjoyment our trip. They were always right there to do their very best to see that everything was just right----if there were any problem, they happily took care of it. Accommodations were very nice and the food was plentiful and always prepared very well. We saw all of the animals and met the nicest people EVER!!! I would LOVE to go again....and with Odyssey!!!
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Email Jane Campbell | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
I had the most amazing trip. It was all I dreamed of and mor
The safari was extremely well organized. The service from Odyssey Safaries was very professional. I had no worries or concerns. I have the highest respect and reguard for our guide, Erastes. He was very knowledgeable about the animals and made every effort to show us all of them, the big and the small. I would recommend Erastes any time as a driver and a guide. The accommodations were 4 star and the variety of food choices and quantity was excellent.
Email Gwendolyn Moss | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime adventure! Accommodations were great! I travled alone. Never felt in danger.
Sweet Waters was the best all around stay. It did not disappoint.
Email Debbie McFee | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Simon is the best safari guide.
This is my second safari with Odyssey and hopefully there will be many more. They are willing to do whatever it takes for you to have a safe and fabulous safari. Simon was the driver for both trips and I hope to have him a third time. He is extremely knowledgeable about wildlife and Kenya.
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Email Chris | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Out trip was an amazing experience and exceeded our expectations
We took a tour going to Samburu,Sweetwaters,Nokuru, and Masa Mara. The lodging and food was fabulous. Our driver James made sure we saw all the species of animals and made sure the trip was one we will remember for the rest of our lives. I would highly recommend odyssey safaris to anyone looking to take a safari.
The magic of wildlife and the beauty of Kenya from all perspectives while staying in luxary tents.
Our safari was over the top.... better than my expectations, even though I had been to Kenya before.
As a professional Travel Director of twenty one years, I do have some suggestions I would like to mail on this survey or seperately,.
Our pre-communications were the only area lacking as I wrote and requested insurance that was never delivered. In retrospect, that's ok since I fortunately didn't need it.
Mark, on the other hand, was quick to get back to me every time I asked him for special assistance with concerns.
I have been on safari's fin SA, Namibia and Botswana and thought this was the best.... ever !
The lodges and parks we visited were each unique and special in their own way.
The top mark goes to our guide, Erastus. He was smiling almost every time I looked over at him and I know four 60++ year old woman could not have been easy. He deserves high marks. I hope the $400.00 we tipped him was sufficient. He DESERVES a raise !!!