Kenya
Sharok K - United States
"Wow! Amazing animals! Amazing camps/lodges! Amazing guides, drivers and everyone else we met along the way! Every experience felt very authentic and not touristy. Can not recommend Ololo Safaris highly enough!
Our group of 5 adults spent 11 unforgettable nights in 4 different locations in Kenya. Jim planned the customized itinerary for us. The animals were incredible, of course, but what seems to be unique about Ololo is that they work with properties that are small, locally owned and very involved with their surrounding communities. We were able to tour two schools, and it was so impressive to see how important education is – especially for girls – in the rural areas. Those visits were some of the unexpected highlights of the trip!
Our meals were fresh and delicious, and all the properties were able to prepare vegan options. I’d recommend staying at least 3 nights, if possible, at each lodge/camp, which is what we did. If you have any reservations about traveling to Africa, know that we felt very safe as were escorted on our journey through Kenya!"
Jen M - Australia
"Trip of a lifetime! Jim and Charley put together an amazing trip to Kenya for our group. We stayed at Ololo Lodge Nairobi National Park and Enkewa Camp in the Masai Mara Reserve where the staff, food, accommodation and guides were excellent. We were lucky enough to tick off the big 5 and to see the start of the great migration in the Mara- the boys made sure we saw the best that Kenya has to offer. Thank you Jim and Charley for the wonderful experiences. I would definitely recommend Charley and Jim from Ololo Safaris for your trip to Africa."
Hugo B - Australia
"Absolutely awesome trip. Jim and Charlie handled all the logistics really well and made our trip as smooth as possible. The staff and accommodation was extremely welcoming and friendly. Would definitely recommend going on an amazing holiday through Ololo safaris."
Kylie M - Australia
"Jim & Charley were fantastic in organising our trip to Kenya. We had a group of 21 and they were so helpful and accommodating to all our needs. We saw the Big 5, the ugly 5, the great migration in the Mara and also visited a traditional Masai village. We also visited the beautiful Kenyan coast at Watamu which was a delight. Their help and guidance allowed us to see so many facets of life in Kenya. Thank you for the wonderful memories."
Lorraine & Charlotte - UK
"The first stop of our 16 day safari (organised by Charlie after listening to our wants and needs) was spent at Ololo. An amazing, uplifting experience. Our room was large, comfortable and luxurious. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff who were fantastic and genuinely keen to please. We received a very warm welcome after arriving late at 1.30am with a bowl of soup and home made lemonade. Kip our driver was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable and excited to show us the wonderful wild life in the Nairobi Park. The food and wine was delicious (the best of all camps we visited). The 2 daily safaris were varied and we saw all the big 5 along and so much more. The trip to the glass factory was fabulous as was the trip to see the Elephant Sanctuary and feeding the giraffes. We highly recommend planning and booking your trip through Charlie. He chose the perfect parks and lodges and tailored the experiences just for us including a balloon flight over the Masai Mara a Flight over Victoria Falls and Water safaris in Botswana. We loved the breakfasts and sundowners out in the bush too. All travel, pick ups and transfers ran smoothly and Charlie was constantly in contact and keeping us informed every step of the way. A huge Thank you Charlie. An extra shout out for Lemmy, Peter and Fred who taught us so much about Kenyan life. So many lifetime memories made. We will be back."
Claire, Chris, Rosie & Charlie - UK
"Our trip could not have been any better. Every day of our 13 day adventure exceeded expectation. From our first day at ololo lodge in Nairobi with Steve to our epic road trip with Ernest as our guide and driver ( we cannot recommend him more highly ) to Naivaisha, Nakuru, Kakamega rainforest and Kisumu to our time and Enkewa lodge in the Masai Mara everything was just fantastic . We stayed in contrasting lodges , luxury camps and then for four nights at the Sands at Nomad beach in Diani , a little slice of paradise. We were so impressed with all the staff we encountered, our itinerary lived up to and surpassed expectation , the children were so well catered for and kept engaged at all times by our brilliant guides and we quite simply had the best trip of our lives. I’m not sure where we go from here , we are all still buzzing and as my 7 year old said , we were heartbroken to leave. We will be back."
Sally B - Australia
"Ololo Safaris organised a 15 day trip for us to Kenya. The trip went smoothly, and Charley was faultless in his attention to detail and planning of an amazing adventure. We started our trip at Ololo Lodge where we were spoilt with plentiful delicious and interesting food, comfortable and uniquely decorated rooms and safaris around Nairobi National Park. Then Charley organised a trip to the Maasai Mara where we spent 4 nights at Enkewa camp where we enjoyed safaris at the Mara and saw such an incredible range of animals. Accommodation and food at Enkewa was fantastic as well. Charley also organised a trip for us to Lamu Island which I can highly recommend. It is a relaxing and facinating place. Full of history and culture. The rest of the time was spent back at Ololo Lodge where I felt at home with the friendly and helpful staff. It was difficult to leave Ololo and Kenya. Don't hesitate, book yourself a special trip with Charley. You will not regret it!"
Emilia J - Australia
"Stunning lodge, ideally located in Nairobi National Park, with authentic charm, delicious meals, diligent staff, and jaw-droppingly gorgeous interiors and design. The safari tents were actually fixed stone buildings with canvas entrances — absolutely stunning. The Tower Room had the most amazing view of the park, the Stable Rooms were durable and well-priced, and the Family Suites were superbly fitted out. The whole property is an experience in itself — you arrive by crossing a drawbridge into the lodge. The drivers and safari vehicles are second to none. I cannot rate this property highly enough. In all our travels, this is truly one of the most exquisite places we have ever stayed. Also, a huge thank you to our tour operator, Jim Chapman, who led our trips from the lodge and planned the most amazing adventures to the Masai Mara and Watamu — incredibly well thought out, with the best accommodation and activities."
Carrick E
"I can’t thank Jim and the team of Ololo Safaris enough for making my birthday trip into something I’ll never forget! They hooked us with the best guides and the most beautiful lodges in Kenya where I got to see wildlife that I’ve been wanting to see since I was a child. I was beyond thankful my experience in Kenya wasn’t met with the usual difficulties and disappointments people deal with while on safari. If or rather when I go back to Kenya, Jim and the people of Ololo Safaris are my top choice in helping plan my adventure into the Kenyan bush!!!"
