CKC Guide on Safari
CKC Tours & Travel
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2001)
- Member Of:
- ASTA & KATO
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $1,722 to $4,820 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Long days waiting for overstretched drivers
Dismayed to discover everyone in our jam-packed car was staying in different hotels rather far apart. That meant >1h every morning, afternoon, and evening to pick up and drop off one by one. Extremely long days (before 6h to beyond 20h) for the driver and the unlucky folks who were the first to be picked and the last to be dropped, often in traffic, day after day. Dismayed again to see the car was lacking safety belts, a door didn't work, the shocks were bad... dismayed yet again to discover we and many others were being shuffled from one driver to the next, waiting long hours on the side of the road for the driver and all the passengers to arrive from all different directions. One car was so overloaded the driver even had to leave luggage and come back for it after passengers were dropped off. The poor fellows do their best, calling each other, planning ahead, playing Tetris between all the various tour agencies dumping passengers on them, and they do a surprisingly good job given the circumstances, but it's no thanks to the agency. It seems to matter little which agent you book with. I imagine in high season there's enough cars turning around the country that you'll mostly be with people in the same hotel, and if part or all of your trip is to less frequented parks you might have less than a jam-packed car (as we did for the last leg of our week). If you want to be sure of a relaxed experience and some breathing room, book a private safari.
IE
Email Olga | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari to Masai Mara
I was quite confused about the array of safaris available to the Masai Mara. John answered my numerous questions, and the price compared favourably with other group safaris, so I chose CKC Tours. I joined a 3-day group safari in May.
Our driver, Kikitu, was always cheerful and nice and great at finding wildlife, and generally informing us about the wildlife, history of the places we travelled through etc.
The Masai Mara National Reserve is beautiful. We saw the Big Five all before 10 a.m. on the first full day there! And then many more animals. It's a long and bumpy journey from Nairobi, but well worth it. And the sunrise makes it worthwhile getting up early!
Email Wicklife | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A trip to Mt Kenya Safari club and Ol-pa -Jeta Conservancy
The organization was extremely smooth,hassle free and providing value for money.The guide, was neat, time conscious and just amazing.We got a day at Ol-pa-jeta, and he understand the game drive....The wildest was the chase at dawn to spot a lion, and wow we got him! Well done, CKC, a repeat purchase soon!
SK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Better than expected
We've spent wonderful time in Masai Mara organized by this company. Communication and arrangements were made by email and it worked well. The only thing was that after arrival to the lodge they required some document or voucher which we didn't get from tour operator, however it took only few minutes of waiting and everything was perfect afterwards.
IN
Email Sarbjit Singh | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent service, on time and having good wild experienced along with routes in the wild.
Right from booking to receiving at airport and completing the tour they have very good experienced operators. Well behaved having good experience about their route and wild animals.
Overall we have taken their services at least 5 times in last 8 years and planning again this year.
DE
Email Michaela | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect planning and very friendly!
We hiked Mount Kenya with CKC and definitely recommend it.
Our guide Peterson was extremely experienced and supported us in every way possible. Also the rest of the team (chef and porters) were extremely friendly, open and did their very best to make the tour unforgettable for us!
Thank you team!
FR
Email Thomas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience with CKC Travel
From the first contact, John has been really helpful with the planning of our safari.
He has been quick to react and adapt to our different queries.
Upon arrival in Nairobi, he was there to brief us and to make sure everything went smoothly.
He introduced us to our driver/guide, Simon, who has been brilliant.
He is a very careful driver and knows his way around the different parks.
We had a great time and I definitely recommand CKC Travel.
DE
Email Oliver | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
John knows what people at Africa are seeking for and his team is bringing you there.
I climbed the Lenanan summit in January 2026. Thanks to the efficient and uncomplicated organization, the pleasant pace during the ascent, and the super delicious and rich catering, the Mount Kenya Climbing Tours team enabled me to have an unforgettable and communal experience in a breathtaking environment.
Email Patrick | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Mount Kenya Trekking & Saburu Safari Park
Our trip was 9 months in the planning and John was very responsive everytime I asked to make a change to our itinery with helpful suggestions along the way.
We stayed over night in Nairobi and John arrived on time the next morning with Michael who was to drive us to the Mount Kenya Park for the start of our Mount Kenya Trekking - every thing went well and we achieved the Trekk up to the Summit and then onto 2 days at the the Samburu Game Reserve , staying at the Sopa Lodge which was lovely with very helpful , friendly staff - the transfer of monies for payment was very straight forward and John sent a receipt every time.
All together a trip to remember with my 3 sons and I am very pleased with the outcome.
Email Ganesh | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
John at CKC Travels is everything you want in a safari planner: professional, patient, and reliable.
We had booked a safari with CKC Travels for August 2025, but unfortunately had to cancel due to my spouse’s health. From the very beginning, John was extremely professional, patient, and courteous throughout the entire process of planning and booking our trip. He was always prompt in his responses, and his proposal was very clear in outlining exactly what was covered and what was not.
When we had to cancel, John handled the process smoothly and processed the applicable refund promptly, which we truly appreciated.
Although we haven’t yet taken the safari, we fully intend to plan it again next year and will definitely reach out to John when we do—hopefully with better luck on the health front. Based on our experience so far, we would highly recommend CKC Travels to anyone considering a safari. If the actual safari matches the level of professionalism and care we’ve experienced with John, I’m confident it will be a truly splendid adventure.