We planned a 12 day trip to Kenya and Tanzania with an Arusha based company and our time in Kenya was handled by Dawn in Africa. Peter picked us... read more up at the airport and next day took us on a Nairobi city tour. He was great and his vehicle was clean. Raphael handled our safari to the Masa Mara and drove us to the Tanzania boarder. He was a great guide and interesting person to spend 5 days with. My son got sick one day (quickly recovered) and Raphael messaged us while we were in Tanzania to check on him. If we go back to Kenya, I would use them again.

  HIGHLY recommend Dawn Safaris. We had a tour with Julius who was a fantastic guide; he took his time and did not rush and was very flexible and accommodating .... read more We got picked up in Nairobi, then went to Amboseli (stayed at Sentrim) saw a ton of animals (elephants, cheetahs, hippos, antelope, flamingos, etc). Then, we went to Salt Lick Lodge in Taita hills - BEST lodge/hotel I've ever been to. Elephants, buffalo, zebras, and tons of antelope were just meters away from us while they were getting a drink of water. Julius then dropped us off at Diani for the rest of our vacation.

  Excellent responsiveness and organization by Simon, always ready to take customers’ desires into account. Very professional driving and guiding by Peter, whose punctuality is of high value for the keen... read more wildlife enthusiast. Any time again!
Friedhelm

  Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Such outstanding, personal service in helping us plan yet “another” return to Kenya for safari. The attention to detail and prompt response is by... read more far the best of any Tour Operator/Guide that we have ever used, and we have been all over the world and used some of the best! The information given to us by Simon will help finalize our plans and provide yet another excellent trip! I can’t begin to praise him enough!

I am happy to answer any questions about the amazing experiences we have had with Dawn In Africa Safaris. My email is Kelliekjwb@gmail.com

We look forward to another return!
Kellie~

  EXCEPTIONAL 10* and beyond.
We were carefully choosing our safari company and we were communicating with 11 of them before we decided which one to choose.. All of them... read more had many good reviews but we got attracted by Dawn in Africa. Since very beginning Simon was very prompt and precise in his replies. He would patiently answer so many questions we had. Not to mention that he was more than fair in pricing comparing to others.
We came to know that he booked upscale room for us Masai Mara and we stayed in the best tent they had and it was not a part of package. He went way beyond to accommodate us.
Simon arranged everything we wanted and customized our requests.
Our safari would be nothing without James, our driver that was so hard working to assuse we see all big 5. He was very kind and gentle, not intrusive and very respectful. He showed us the best of safari destination meeting our schedule. Very humble, always smiling and experienced driver.
He took us to authentic places for Kenyan food on the way.
Beside our safari itinerary, he arranged complementary no charge drop off to airport after safari next day. He was willing to help us with our flight arrangements for Mombasa and he was with us all the way along. We can say that we have a person in Kenya that we can always count on. Rarely honest and reliable person.
Thank you Dawn in Africa Safari team, Simon and James for amazing experience and most memorable safari ever.

  We booked an 8 day safari through Simon at Dawn in Africa Safaris. It was so good, we booked another safari for a few weeks later.
We had the best... read more guide (thank you Peter) and saw so much. Our accommodation was real value for money. In fact both safaris were extremely good value for money.
Communication with Simon was quick, efficient and easy. His recommendations reflected a man who knows his business and his country extremely well. Very, very organised and reliable.
We leave Kenya, after 5 fabulous weeks, with the feeling of helpful, friendly people and so many memories of wildlife encounters. Could not have asked for a better holiday.

  Fantastic experience, exceptional quality in every respect. Peter, our driver and guide, was a pleasure to be with. His extensive knowledge of both the natural history and culture and politics... read more of Kenya made for an enriching experience. Simon’s prompt communication made it easy for us to craft a Safari itinerary that was perfect for our needs and timeline. I researched more than a dozen safari tour operators and Dawn in Africa was far and away the best value.

  I would highly recommend Dawn Safaris to anyone planning vacation to kenya . He will tailor make to fit your needs and your budget.
I found Dawn Safaris on trip... read more advisor and decided to give a try as we wanted to travel from US to kenya a family of 4,with 2 kids under 2. He planned out trip to Watamu and on the day we landed in Nairobi, he was waiting for us at the airport.
He helped us check in on our next flight to watamu.
In Watamu , he had arranged transportation to the hotel and also airport transfer to mombasa airport when leaving. Vacation planning is stressful especially when not knowledgeable about the place . I would highly recommend him to anyone planning vacation to Kenya

  Excellent, tailored to our needs and expectations, extremely attentive service, affordable cost efficient invoice. We experienced an excellent private safari trip in wonderful small camps and lodges with... read more a great driver, Peter. More than a driver, he is also an excellent guide with a very good knowledge of the parcs and its animals and birds. Peter ensured a safe, pleasant and unique journey in Samburu, Nakuru, Naivasha, Masai Mara and Amboseli.

We would recommend the comfortable 4x4 jeep (up to 6pax) to allow comfortable and unlimited access to remote spots in the parcs.

Dawn is managed by Simon who offered us his best including great advice from initial contacts (before, during and even after our return).

Recommended by a friend working in Nairobi, we would also definitely recommend Simon and Dawn in Africa if you are looking for a tailored private tour through Kenya.

We met as clients and left as friends!

Tristan and Myriam and our two boys

(for any further advice, you can contact us directly tmsina@aim.com, Belgium).

  Dawn in Africa Safaris & Simon are such a pleasure to use to plan your adventure Africa.

Simon is extremely helpful & trustworthy when it comes to planning, organising... read more & bringing your trip to life. Nothing is too hard for him.

We live in Australia & have planned two experiences in Kenya with Simon. We recommend him to all of our friends & family & will continue to use him for our future trips to Kenya/Africa.

Thank you Simon