Marurumi Safaris
Kenya
Tanzania
Uganda
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About Marurumi Safaris
Marurumi Safaris Limited is an East African specialist tour operator based in Nairobi, Kenya. We create customized safari packages to suit our guests’ requirements, whether it’s a family with young children, a honeymooning couple or a work incentive trip. We can organize everything from the perfect accommodation to private transfers by air or land, adding experiences from an endless range. Choose from horse riding, hot-air ballooning, fly camping under the stars, camel trekking, local village visits to learn about different cultures and many more. We have tour guiding experience of over 20 years. We adjust our prices depending on the client's budget.About our safari vehicles
We use either a mini-van 4*4 with pop-up roof or a land cruiser depending on the client's taste.
Wow is the best way to describe my experience this past week with Marurumi Safaris. At all times, James went above and beyond the expectations of a safari guide. He has been guiding for a long time, knows where the best spots are to take you, and his English is flawless.
We did the 4 day Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, budget tour. We spent a lot of time browsing options before booking our trip and we are so grateful we chose this tour.
James, the owner of the company, was our guide. He was timely on pickups, flexible with the schedule and allowed us to see more than we would have with any other guide.
During the first evening game drive he got us up close to a black rhino, family of elephants, multiple groups of giraffes, zebras and more. The best part of the evening was the endless amount of cool facts James knew off the top of his head about each animal. Watching the sun set over the savanna while watching ostriches run right in front of our tour van was also a highlight.
Every restaurant he brought us to had great food, a nice private seating, an awesome vibe, and great scenery views. The safari accommodations were by far the nicest and cleanest places we stayed in Nairobi, which was a perk as well. I also appreciated his dedication to cleaning out the van every night, restocking the water cooler, and giving us the option of what time to start the day. We usually started between 6:45-7:45am.
The last 3 days were a blur of good experiences as well… the next day game drive was BEYOND exciting. Our van was 10 feet away from with a lion eating a zebra for breakfast. Then we saw hippos, leopards, gazelles, hyenas, warthogs, the Tanzania border, parked in the road and had a family of ~13 lions walk around us (on either side), had an awesome picnic lunch and then learned about the Masai culture with a personal tour guide and by visiting a village.
The lake navasha tour was super unique, being on the boat and seeing eagles swoop to grab fish right besides our boat, and cruising past hippos at sunset was amazing.
I highly recommend the Hells Gate Bicycle tour, as we biked past zebras and giraffes, saw some rock climbing, collected obsidian rocks, and learned about the history of the Hells Gate national park.
The short hike at the end of the bike tour had jaw dropping views of Africas version of the Grand Canyon.
Last but definitely not least we had the opportunity to do a walking safari before heading back to town… standing 5-10 ft away from giraffes, zebras, antelope and more was an unexpected and amazing surprise. Seeing a 7 hour old zebra and a 8 day old giraffe was precious.
To top it all off, after dropping us off at our hotel that evening, James offered to take us to the train station the next afternoon at 3pm.
All in all, James and his team are amazing and if you ever get the chance- book a safari with Marurumi safaris, it won’t disappoint you!!
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We just got back from an unforgettable girls' trip to Kenya and are already planning our next adventure!
Planning a safari can feel overwhelming with so many providers out there, but we struck gold with Marurumi. Here’s what we were looking for in a tour company:
Private tour with the opportunity to socialize in the evenings.
Mix of activities alongside the classic jeep safari.
Flexible schedule with a relaxed pace when needed.
Fair pricing without compromising on quality.
Marurumi ticked every box! We chose their 6-day tour starting in Nairobi, covering Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru, and the iconic Maasai Mara.
Why we picked Marurumi: Their base package stood out because it already included unique activities like a boat ride and a walking safari. We added on a few extras, like a bike ride in Hell's Gate (a must-do!), a visit to a Maasai village (great for understanding their culture and crafts—book the traditional welcome ceremony if you can), and the once-in-a-lifetime balloon safari. The balloon ride was the most expensive add-on, but worth every penny! From early morning pickup to the breathtaking flight and the Champagne breakfast in the reserve, it was a highlight of our trip.
Our guide, James, made all the difference. As the founder and owner of Marurumi, he brings unmatched experience and insight into the safari world. From the moment we set off, we felt safe, comfortable, and in good hands. Safaris involve long days together, often driving across vast distances, and James made us feel completely at home. His car became our home base, where he shared stories about Kenya's landscapes, wildlife, and culture, and he gave us space to rest when we needed it.
James went above and beyond every step of the way—whether it was arranging late checkouts so we could freshen up after a game drive or adjusting activities to help us make the most of each day. With him, we saw The Big 5, captured incredible photos, and witnessed nature in all its raw beauty. His eye for spotting wildlife, even from afar, is incredible, and he always helped us get the perfect shot and shared fascinating details about each animal.
From start to finish, Marurumi exceeded our expectations. We left Kenya with memories that will last a lifetime and a deep appreciation for the people, wildlife, and landscapes we encountered. For anyone considering a safari in Kenya, I can’t recommend Marurumi enough!
United States
Marurumi Safaris proved to be the best choice in the whole process.
From the early operator selection 6 months before, delivered a good price, provided confidence with a clear and quick communication showing expertise and cordiality. 3 different payments along the way were an easy task.
The manager James did a great job with the best safari planning and even came to our hotel in Nairobi the night before departure to propose an improvement to the plan (without extra payments) that we apreciated.
The accomodations, type of car, meals and optionals were just as expected and agreed in advance.
The safari itself was one of the best experiences in our lives thanks to our experienced guide Lawrence who, we're almost certain, is the best guide in Kenya. :-)
He has an expertise of 14 years experience, is very knowledgeable about the wildlife and always drove us safely and knew where to go and to spot animals, positioning the vehicle in the best spots and angles.
Thank you so much Marurumi!
Portugal
We chose Mararumi Safaris because of their good communication. The price was really good for a private tour. Our driver, Robin (Robinson) customized our tour based on our interests. I would definitely book with them again.
The safari with Marurumi safaris was amazing! The communication was fast and clear and they arranged everything perfectly.
Mr Robinson was our guide and was a great tour guide. He went out of his way to show us all the animals, which he could all identify, really took his time and was always friendly and patient.
The accomodations we slept in were also great. It was a good mix of different surroundings, the food was always good and the staff very friendly. It was especially very special to sleep in a hotel where the girafs and zebra’s just walk around!
I think the price-quality ratio was very good. We would recommend them.
Tanzania
We chose this company because of the low price, fast and detailed communication. And we were not disappointed. We had an amazing driver/guide Robie who became a friend over the 6 days of the safari. He was very sweet, a great driver and we were often first in the games. Although the car was old, it was clean. We always had enough water in the car. Robie solved all technical problems quickly and with a smile. The accommodation exceeded expectations, especially the Masai Mara. The food everywhere was delicious and there was a large selection. A suggestion for improvement would be to have at least 1 pair of binoculars in the car. I recommend that you ask about the car before the safari, it is always better to choose a 4x4 jeep, because it will be easier to pass on difficult roads, especially after the rain, and the windows are bigger.
Lithuania
My trip with Marurumi Safaris could not have gone better. My guide Robie was always making sure my partner and I were having a good time. Mr. Robie was knowledgeable about all things during our safari.
Marurumi Safaris were easy to deal with, very reasonably priced and always happy to answer any questions I had before, during and after my trip. Mr. James catered to our needs and price range to ensure we got exactly what we wanted within our budget.
10/10 couldn’t recommend more.
Australia
Robin was our guide and he couldn’t be better! He has a huge knowledge about the animals and National Parks, knows the perfect spots to find them! He gave us plenty of time to take pictures, admire the animals and the breathtaking landscapes. Robin is also a great driver, has a great control of time, never speeding or rushing. He’s not our guide anymore, he is our friend!
Marurumi safaris offers a lifetime experience and was way beyond our expectations! We can’t wait to do it again!
Kenya
We had the most incredible time on Safari, through Marurumi. Our guide Davis was attentive, friendly and so knowledgeable. His knowledge of the three parks we visited, Navaisha, Nakuru and the Masai Mara and the excellent relationships he has with the park rangers and other guides, ensured we saw everything we wanted to, including the big 5 and the elusive Leopard. Davis went above and beyond for us and made our honeymoon Safari so memorable. The accommodation we stayed in at all three parks was top quality, our favourite was Zebra Plains tented camp on the Masai Mara, and the Sarova hotel in Navaisha was magical with Giraffes and Zebras on the hotel grounds.
In organising the trip, Marurumi were very good at communication, sharing various options with us and answering all our questions. The mid-range tour was exceptionally good value and we’d recommend this tour to anyone looking to travel to Kenya for Safari.
Kenya
I had a great experience with Marurumi. Contacting them was easy, they replayed super fast and there were no hidden fees or surprises. They were also flexible with additional request, such as picking us up at our hotel e.t.c
The program included 4 different parks, which were unique in their own way. Each was fascinating with their different biome and landscape.
If you want to see a lot of animals, the Big five, this is the way to go.
Our guide, David was the star. He was great at finding animals, explaining things. I really enjoyed travelling and talking to him .
Thank you David and the whole Marurumi team
Austria
We had an absolutely wonderful safari. Special thanks to our guide Robie. He always made sure that we lacked nothing. We saw so many animals. I don't even know where to start. Already on our very first game drive we were lucky enough to see some lionesses with their babies. We saw 4 of the big five - absolutely fantastic. On our second game drive we saw a whole pride of lions consisting of at least 15 lions. We had a really great time. We also liked the lodges we stayed in, especially Mtito Mara Camp.
Kenya
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