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Multi-Country Journey · Atlanta, Georgia · February 2026

Flawless through three countries, multiple borders, and countless activities.

We contacted Ongeri over a year ago and Anton Ochwada replied to us very quickly. From the outset he was prompt, courteous, knowledgeable, and extremely outgoing and helpful. He listened to every request and concern we had and made a plan for us every time.

Our trip was flawless through 3 countries, multiple border crossings, and a tremendous number of activities. Everything Anton prepared for us was excellent and the process from start to finish was smooth and hassle-free. We will unquestionably use Anton again and happily refer all our friends and family to him and the Ongeri team.

If you are interested in visiting Africa, you can put your faith in Anton. He handled everything perfectly.

The Guest Kevin T. · Atlanta, Georgia
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★★★★★
Kenya Safari · Washington DC · February 2026

An anniversary surprise, a private reserve, and steady support through chaos.

We had such a great experience with Ongeri Expeditions for our Kenya safari and I'm really glad we chose them. Cazeah scheduled a short virtual call to go over the full itinerary and answer our questions — it made a huge difference. It is reassuring to actually talk things through before such a big trip, and I think more tour operators should do that.

The safari itself was incredible. The lodge and private reserve she chose for us in the Masai Mara were top notch. Everything went smoothly, including the bush flight she arranged. She even surprised us with a gifted bush dinner at the lodge to celebrate our wedding anniversary, which was such a thoughtful and special touch.

The biggest test came on the day we were leaving. There was a massive strike at JKIA that completely disrupted flights across Kenya. Cazeah stayed in touch with me on WhatsApp the entire time, checking in and asking for updates until we finally boarded. That level of support meant a lot. We will absolutely use them again when we are back in East Africa.

The Guest Aggie S. · Washington DC · Hosted by Cazeah
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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trek · January 2026

We hadn't just visited a country — we had experienced it.

My girlfriend and I recently finished our challenging 4-day trip in Uganda. When we arrived in Entebbe, the Ongeri Expeditions team welcomed us very warmly. Our stay at Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp balanced comfort and wilderness perfectly. Our guide was fantastic and very punctual, and always inspired us patiently. Canvas walls, forest sounds at night, and staff who treated us like family.

The gorilla trek was physically demanding, yes — mud, slopes, sweat — but emotionally grounding. Returning to Entebbe for departure, we realised that we hadn't just visited a country. We had started the journey slowly enough so that we could truly experience it.

The Guest Jrlvo · Uganda Gorilla Trek
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★★★★★
Masai Mara · Amboseli · Serengeti · September 2025

Not just a safari. A flawlessly executed, deeply personal experience.

From the moment I landed in Nairobi, I knew I was in the right hands. Ongeri Expeditions had arranged a smooth meet and assist at the airport — no queues, no stress, just a warm smile and a personal escort through immigration and baggage claim. It set the tone for what turned out to be one of the most seamless and luxurious safaris I have ever experienced.

Every part of the trip, from the Masai Mara to Amboseli and the Serengeti, was curated perfectly to match my interests. Each camp felt handpicked, and the guides were not just knowledgeable but genuinely passionate about wildlife and conservation. I had mentioned I loved photography and quiet moments in nature, and they ensured private sundowners, early morning drives, and exclusive access wherever possible.

To crown it all, Ongeri Expeditions arranged airport lounge access before my departure. Relaxing with a glass of champagne and reflecting on the trip was the perfect way to end the journey. Ongeri Expeditions truly redefines what luxury travel in Africa should feel like.

The Guest Ryan M. · Three-Country Photographic Safari
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Uganda Gorilla Trek + Kenya Safari · Canada · January 2025

Everything was taken care of — from the day I made contact until we left.

From the day I contacted Ongeri Expeditions until the day we left Kenya, our experience with this tour operator was exceptional. Abner is a lovely person and a joy to work with. We were in constant communication and he never failed to answer my many questions.

He organised our trip to Uganda to go gorilla trekking and then on to Kenya for safari in three different and distinct areas. Everything was taken care of. We didn't have to think about anything but having a fabulous time. Being from Canada it was difficult to find a tour operator and we are so grateful to have been recommended to Ongeri Expeditions. Can't wait to book with them again.

The Guest Cindy K. · Canada · Uganda & Kenya
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★★★★★
Kenya Safari + Swahili Beach · Liverpool, UK · September 2024

Stop reading and book with them — that's all I can say.

Great company to use to arrange your luxury or standard safari in Kenya. We booked through them, and at first we were a bit reluctant — but June, our agent, was amazing. I can't find words to thank her enough for being so genuine, happy, and responsive.

The service was great, the communication was very good, and during our stay she was very responsive and guided us with anything we needed. We even booked a holiday extension when in Kenya to Swahili Beach, and they arranged all flights and made the whole experience seamless.

If you're reading this, stop reading and book with them — that's all I can say. Enjoy your safari, it's an amazing experience.

The Guest Cemal Polat · Liverpool, United Kingdom
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★★★★★
Honeymoon Safari + Beach · March 2024

The most pleasant and wonderful interaction — from quote to trip.

I found Ongeri through a YouTube video and have had the most pleasant and wonderful time interacting with them. From getting a quote to having an amazing trip in Kenya, they have been very helpful. I was dealing specifically with Cazeah from the organisation. She was responsive and made suggestions that suited our liking. This was a special honeymoon trip and Ongeri helped us enjoy it by making sure all the logistics were taken care of.

The driver we spent most of our time with and was our safari guide was Patrick. He was on time every day, dedicated, and very knowledgeable. We felt very safe with Patrick — he was good-natured and very dependable. We are very pleased with our experience and highly suggest others book their safaris with Ongeri.

The Guests Dylan J. · Honeymoon Safari hosted by Cazeah
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★★★★★
Bespoke Masai Mara Safari · London · May 2023

Simply out of this world.

Ongeri Expeditions organised for our family of four from London a bespoke safari trip to the Masai Mara. From the very beginning they were extremely attentive, flexible, and able to accommodate everything we wanted.

The trip itself was simply out of this world. The organisation was exceptional to the finest details, and we were able to experience the beauty and splendour of the game reserve whilst staying in the incredible Sanctuary Olonana lodge. I cannot recommend Ongeri Safaris highly enough and will recommend to everyone.

The Guest Diana C.K. · London Family of Four
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★★★★★
7-Day Amboseli · Mara · Diani Beach · Powers, Michigan · January 2023

Go ahead — live life.

Thank you Abner for planning a life-changing safari vacation. I highly recommend Ongeri Expeditions to anyone looking to book a safari or vacation in Kenya. Abner was there for me right from the start all the way until we got back home.

Some of the flights I had booked myself did not go smoothly, but Abner took care of booking road transfers to get us to our first camp near Amboseli without delay. We packed a lot into 7 days — Amboseli, Masai Mara, and Diani Beach. We just loved every minute of it.

The Guests Jeff & Mary · Powers, Michigan
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★★★★★
Birthday Celebration at Chui Lodge · March 2022

An amazing experience for both of us.

It was my husband's birthday. He loves nature and is a wildlife fanatic, and I love warm baths — Ongeri Expeditions was able to give us both an amazing experience. We went to Chui Lodge and the service was great. The activities were what made it worthwhile. It was relaxing and surpassed our expectations. Thank you Ongeri Expeditions.

The Guest Charity Wangari M. · Birthday at Chui Lodge

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