Bush picnic stop during a guided 4x4 safari
Leobeast Tours and Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2023)
- Member Of:
- KWS & TRA
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $2,603 to $6,940 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Email Brissa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Memorable Safari Experience
My husband and I recently completed an 8 day Kenya and Tanzania safari tour with Leo Beast and overall had a positive experience.
Before arriving, we were very impressed with how easy communication was with Lizzy. Her response time was excellent, and she patiently answered all of our questions leading up to the trip.
Our time in Kenya went very smoothly and was the highlight of the tour. Accommodations included a fixed tent and a hotel, we saw the Big Five along with many other animals up close, and although some days were long, they never felt tiring because there was so much to see. Our guide, Solomon, was exceptional. He shared extensive knowledge about the animals, could spot even the smallest birds from far away, and actively communicated with other guides to help track wildlife.
The Tanzania portion of the trip was more challenging. The first day lasted over 12 hours and involved multiple logistical stops and passenger pickups before reaching the Serengeti, which limited our game drive time to under two hours that day. We were also not informed until after arriving in Nairobi that accommodations in Tanzania would be tent camping. This would have been helpful to know in advance, especially as the mattress and sleeping bag provided at Seronera Camp were not in good condition.
The following day started later due to heavy rain, and our game drive included a long wait for another passenger who was participating in a hot air balloon safari. Because of the park’s size and ongoing rain, wildlife sightings were limited. We then traveled to Simba Camp, which was a good campsite. On our final day, we visited the Ngorongoro Crater. While the weather improved, animal sightings were still limited. That said, the landscapes throughout Tanzania were absolutely beautiful.
If you are deciding between Kenya and Tanzania, we would recommend Kenya for better overall value. Accommodations were more comfortable, the Maasai Mara felt less crowded than the Serengeti and Ngorongoro in December, and because the park is smaller, there is a higher likelihood of seeing animals during game drives.
I would definitely book with Leo Beast again as it is an affordable way to experience a safari, and working with Lizzy is easy and stress-free.
As a side note, we took the shuttle bus from Nairobi to Arusha and crossed the border. For Americans, the visa on arrival costs $100 and is an easy process. Credit cards are accepted.
RU
Email Elena and Dmitrii | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Magic safari
At the beginning, during preparation for the safari, the organisers were always in touch, answered all our questions, gave detailed descriptions.
It's impossible to pay by card in Russia, but we were pleasantly surprised when the organisers offered to pay right before the trip.
Excellent logistics, we were picked up right from the hotel, we didn't have to go anywhere on our own.
And then our incredible, action-packed safari began. Our driver/guide was Francis, who was very friendly, funny, and attentive to our requests. We are very grateful to him for this safari ❤️.
We took a four-day tour that included Mamai Mara and Lake Nakuru. We had many positive experiences in the reserves themselves. As for accommodation, Mamai Mara gets quite cold at night and early in the morning, so we recommend bringing warm clothes, especially if you choose to stay in a camp. The food was good everywhere.
There were a lot of wild animals, it is incredible to consider them from such a close distance. Like we're in National Geographic’s wildlife movie. It's fantastic.
After the safari, the company organised a transfer to the airport. It's very nice that the company goes out of its way to accommodate its clients.
If any of our friends are planning a safari in Kenya, we would be happy to recommend Leobeast Tours & Safaris.
PT
Email Hugo Pestana | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable experience
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Leobeast Tours & Safaris – An unforgettable experience
Lizzy was incredibly kind, attentive, and always available from the very first moment. The safari program was simply amazing, a truly breathtaking journey through some of the most beautiful parks, where we could experience nature in its purest and wildest form.
Our guide, Joshua, was absolutely fantastic. With constant enthusiasm and energy, he took us to the best spots and made sure we could see and fully appreciate all the wildlife, including the famous Big Five. His knowledge, passion, and dedication made a huge difference in the experience.
The lodges where we stayed were outstanding. All of them were of great quality and located very close to, or even inside, the parks, which made the whole safari feel even more immersive.
In summary, this was one of the best trips of my life. I would also like to highlight the incredible warmth and friendliness of the Kenyan people, which made the journey even more special.
Highly recommended. An experience I will never forget.
Email Oscar | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience, smooth and great value
We would strongly recommend Leobeast Tours and Safaris to anyone who is visiting East Africa.
My partner and I did a 10-day safari in Kenya and Tanzania where we visited some of the top national parks in the world and were fortunate enough to make memories that will last us a lifetime. Our amazing experience was largely thanks to the team at Leobeast, especially Lizzy, who also communicated clearly and effectively with us throughout the entire journey that helped put any worries to rest and made the entire experience flow so smoothly. She was more than happy to answer any questions we had in a prompt, professional manner and even helped us exchange money on arrival in Kenya. The logistics behind the tour were also excellent, we felt incredibly fortunate we booked with Leobeast as some of our fellow travellers weren't so lucky. Do be aware that you will likely change vehicles (but still a Land Cruiser the whole time) and/or fellow passengers throughout the journey; this is what all the safari companies do, and in our experience, made the trip even more memorable as we got to meet people from all over the world!
Our driver in Kenya, Brian, was also excellent. He was very knowledgeable and skilled at anticipating animals' movements to position our vehicle for the best views while also being respectful and mindful of these beautiful wild creatures.
The team at Leobeast all do a fantastic job and we highly recommend them. Though they are a small and new company, they go above and beyond to create a truly unforgettable travel experience.
DE
Email Becky | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic
Everything was fantastic our guide George was awesome.he went above and beyond for us each day .all accommodations were amazing and meals were delicious.
The safari was incredible truly once in a lifetime experience.
Overall leobeast tours and safaris exceeded our expectations and we would highly recommend anyone looking to go on a safari.
Reply from Leobeast Tours and Safaris
Posted on Feb 20, 2024Thank you so much for putting your trust in us to while in your safari in kenya
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Email Eve | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best and professional tour operator
This was a very wonderful safari experience with leobeast tours and safaris
From the booking process to the most memorable safari experience of a lifetime.
Don't forget the guide was very professional in finding animals .
Thank you team
NL
Email Stefan Riezebos | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome safari and very good communication!
Lizzy at Leobeast is a charm, I would recommend anyone to book with her 👍 She communicated clearly and respectfully, gave me all the information I needed and also plenty of time to make my decision. On top of this, Leobeast offered very good value for money.
I enjoyed a 5-day budget safari (Maasai Mara - Nakuru - Naivasha) as a solo traveller in a group joining setting. We were with 6 tourists in the Land Cruiser, combined via different tour agencies. This worked very well.
The driver, Moses, was very skilled and knowledgeable. We felt perfectly safe with him behind the wheel and he was always kind and patient with us when we had questions or needed some explanation about the schedule for the next days.
The accomodation in the budget tour exceeded my expectations. The Lenchada Camp at Maasai Mara was very nice, with tents covered by a proper roof and equipped with private shower and toilet. The hotels in Nakuru and Naivasha were excellent. I would only recommend a medium-level tour over budget if you really want to have the lodge experience every night. But even then you need to be aware that you're spending very little time there as you're mostly up and about between 6 and 7 in the morning anyway.
Reply from Leobeast Tours and Safaris
Posted on Apr 29, 2024Thank you so much for the glowing 5-star review,we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your adventure experience with us.
Thank you again and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
DK
Email Nikolaj | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Super professional and trustworthy
They are the best of the best. Lizzy answered all questions lightning fast about the trip itself, accommodation options and payment - and I had many :)
The guide Robert was super knowledgeable about biology and behavior of savannah animals - but also very knowledgeable about politics, economics and the situation in many of the African countries. He is a very pleasant person.
Highly recommended from here.
FR
Email hoffy | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very reliable, timely reply to messages, and help answer all kinds of questions.
I booked a nine-day trip to Kenya and Tanzania from Lizzy. Lizzy helped answer my questions in detail before departure. When I arrived in Kenya, everything was well arranged. I didn't need to consider about anything. My travel experience was really good, I saw all the BIG FIVE and hunting scene. The safari driver were also very responsible and actively tried to help us find animals. I had a very unforgettable Safari experience in East Africa😃😃😃.
BE
Email Erica | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beyond expectations
From our first exchanges until the end of the Safari, Lizzy and the team of Leobeast have been simply fantastic.
Planning: we received a clear, highly informative and transparent offer, the few questions we had were promptly answered and further support was provided to help us prepare for the trip (info on VISA requirements, Hotels suggestions in Nairobi for our extra nights, info on currency/exchange rates, etc.).
The amount indicated in the offer is FINAL, no hidden costs, no surprises, you just need to budget some extras for the tips and your own souvenirs if you wish so.
The tour: everything that was planned happened without any deviation, or unforeseen change. All activities, transfers, accommodations and meals were exactly those described in the offer, and our driver/guide would brief us daily on the plans for the following day. We always felt we were in good hands with super friendly but professional staff.
We traveled during the low season (which was amazing!) and we received twice a free upgrade of our accommodations!
Our positive feedback also applies with the correspondent in Tanzania and the staff working there.
The only moment we needed assistance during the trip (we needed a sim card), Lizzy managed from Nairobi to arrange this for us, and in 1 hour we had someone in the hotel who delivered the sim!
Once again, I can only recommend this tour operator, we are extremely happy as the safari itself is a magic experience, and Leobeast did everything to make it smooth, so that we could really get the most of out it.