Welcome to Travels with kip

This was a fantastic trip for any safari enthusiasts.
Kip provided the full range of experiences from trekking in the jungle to see chimpanzees and gorillas to riding in a private open air cruiser. Kip also went out of his way making sure we had everything we needed from breakfast in the bush to watching the sunset with a glass of wine.
All of our lodgings were excellent and we saw every animal we wanted to see. Kip was with us every step of the way and we took great comfort in feeling so safe.
We highly recommend Travels with Kip to anyone!
Connie and Timothy

Matt Takvorian

22:10 09 Aug 25

My family and I just finished a twelve day safari with Travels with Kip in Kenya. We explored multiple parks and locations including Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, and Lake Naivasha. The trip was absolutely amazing!

We started off with a bang by seeing lions, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos in our first park (4 of the 5 “Big 5” safari animals). From there it only got better as we added the fifth (leopard) and luckily got closer to each of the animals repeatedly. We were also lucky enough to watch the wildebeest cross the river as part of their migration in Maasai Mara.

While our guide (Stephen) can’t control the animals, he seemed to repeatedly give us the best opportunity to see them up close and in the middle of something amazing. For example, 3 lions trying to hunt warthogs, elephants traversing the savannah to their evening sleeping grounds, or a leopard snacking on some prey it had caught the day before. During one of our final outings, our guide asked what we wanted to see. Hoping for something new we said a mongoose. Within 20 minutes our safari vehicle was had stopped to watch a group of mongoose on the savannah.

We stayed at a variety of places including a hotels, resorts, lodges, and tented camps. The latter being a favorite of the family as we were able to hear a variety of animals from our tents (baboons and hyenas mostly). Plus, the camp was run by the Maasai people. It was a great opportunity to interact with a handful of Maasai who were very warm and friendly. They were especially friendly with my 17 year old nephew as he asked questions about their knives and spears.

Outside of the above, I wish I understood what to pack a little better. And understood that, given the amount of dust the vehicles kick up, gaiters or bandanas are a great idea. And this dust likely will make you want to re-wear clothes even more (most dust has washed out of my clothes) . Finally, especially if you are on a longer safari, you might want to use 1 or 2 afternoons where you can relax a little wherever you are staying (and maybe get a workout in after all the time in the vehicle).

As I said, this was an amazing adventure!

Caroline Yap

12:49 29 Jun 25

We had a 10 day private tour organised with Travels with Kips for Rwanda and Kenya. Magical moments one after another! From the first contact with this company to the send off, we were blessed with kindness and ease of communication. We found out about Travels with Kip through a word of mouth recommendation and booked our trip directly with them. They were detailed and meticulous, planning the itinerary while giving us ample opportunities to direct the holiday to the vibe we wanted.

We had a wonderful blend of cultural experiences and wildlife safaris, from making banana beer with the local women, to trekking amongst Mountain Gorillas, to spotting the elusive leopard, cheetah and the Big 5 (so lucky! But our guide had 20 years of experience and knows where to go!) to chatting with Masai warriors and viewing the Masai Mara via hot air balloon. What stands out for me was the skill of our guide and driver, able to navigate carefully over muddy or uneven terrain, without triggering any of my severe car sickness. The 4×4 was safe and well equipped, great suspension, and we had access to clean bottled water. Our guide was easy and fun to talk to, I will cherish the memories of learning about each others culture and singing Hakuna Matata in the car with the sun roof up and windows down forever.

When you go with Travels with Kip, you are signing up for a team that will look after you like family, guides with experience, and a really good 4×4 (trust me I’ve tried a few other models and they’re not made the same). Guaranteed magic!

Rose Gathoni

11:23 08 May 25

Peter’s Expertise Made Our Safari Unforgettable!!

Peter of Travels with Kip isn’t just a guide—he’s a wildlife whisperer! His eagle eyes spotted a leopard camouflaged on the ground over 1km away and he even identified distant ‘logs’ as sleeping lions. While other vehicles drove past.Peter’s patience revealed a python mid-drive, proving his unmatched tracking skills.

What truly sets him apart is his genuine care for all guests. As locals,I worried we’d get lesser treatment than international tourists, but Peter went above and beyond for everyone equally—even surprising us with a magical sundowner (drinks included!). His knowledge of the Mara’s ecosystem kept us enthralled for days.

The only nitpick Our lodge (the first ever built in the Mara) felt a bit dated, though clean and with tasty food. But this wasn’t Peter’s fault, and it didn’t overshadow the 5-star safari experience he delivered. If you want passion, professionalism, and jaw-dropping wildlife encounters, book with Peter—you won’t regret it.

Tabitha Mbuchi

12:31 03 May 25

Big big thanks P.K for the wonderful trip.
Life long memories made ..
Best guide👏👏makofi kwako

Grace Matu

09:16 03 May 25

A wonderful experience. Time keeping excellent. Very knowledgeable on where to sight the animals in the pack. Sighted all the big five Within six hours of game drive.