Mateo Travel and adventure staff in one photo.
Mateo Travel and Adventure
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $2,060 to $6,524 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Sonja | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most beautiful trip of my life 😊
There were three of us travelling and we booked the safari with a jeep and a trip to Nairobi National Park.
I recommend the provider because he is absolutely reliable, friendly and professional.
Thank you Patrick for the good organisation of the safari!
Our driver was Livingstone. He is very experienced and competent. He knows an incredible amount about the animals and knows the parks inside and out. He is also a very pleasant and great person and an incredibly good jeep driver! We felt safe at all times.
Thank you Livingstone for your patience with us!
On the first day we were picked up from the apartment on time by Patrick and Livingstone. We spent the morning in Nairobi National Park and were able to see rhinos, antelopes, crocodiles, lions, zebras and giraffes. We also visited the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to watch the baby elephants. It was a really successful, great trip! Afterwards we had a delicious meal together with Patrick and Livingstone in a lovely restaurant.
On the second day we drove to the Masai Mara early in the morning. We decided not to visit the park that same day because the entrance fee of 200 US dollars was too expensive for us. Instead, we planned the trip with more breaks. So the men had a cold beer more often and I had a cappuccino. 😊The trip itself was entertaining because there was always something interesting for us to see. The landscape, motorbikes transporting sofas or 4 people, cows, donkeys and goats next to and on the road and many, many potholes.
The Goshen Mara Camp is near the Masai Mara National Park entrance. That was convenient. The camp is simple, clean and has friendly staff. Electricity is available from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. I recommend bringing a flashlight or camping lamp. The camp is guarded day and night. The food was better than expected. A few monkeys made a lot of noise but otherwise it was very quiet.
You can charge your cell phone and power bank at any time in the jeep as it has a voltage converter built in and there are several USB plugs in the vehicle. Otherwise, just bring a cigarette lighter plug with you.
It was quite cold at night. So don't forget warm clothes!
The Masai Mara itself is a dream! We saw many, many animals. We took a coffee break at the Keekorok Mara Lodge. There we were able to watch hippos. Great lodge!
On the 3rd day we drove to Nakuru. Another great road trip! It is 190 km from the Masai Mara to Nakuru and it takes 4.5 hours. The landscape was very beautiful to look at and much greener than we imagined.
The Nakuru National Park is rather small but nice. It rained a little which made the trip in the park a little adventure. The park is also very beautiful and rich in animals.
We chose The Cabin Villa as our accommodation. The accommodation is really recommendable but the journey was too long for our tight schedule. I would choose the accommodation again but stay 2 nights. Otherwise, listen to Patrick and choose his recommended accommodation.
The journey from Nakuru to Amboseli National Park takes about 7 hours (362 km). The journey leads back to Nairobi and then on to Amboseli.
We stayed at the Penety Resort. A new lodge with a swimming pool, delicious food and good service. You have a great view of Kilimanjaro.
For me, the dusty Amboseli National Park with its herds of elephants was the highlight. See photos! Here we also visited a beautiful lodge in the park. We could see the elephants walking past while drinking coffee. It was just great!
On the last morning we had to get up early to get to Emali on time. Livingstone gave us the tickets and accompanied us to the front of the train.
The pastries are scanned like at the airport. Alcohol and lighters have to be handed over. Drinks in plastic bottles are not a problem.
Beer and snacks were available to buy on the train. The journey to Mombasa takes about 4 hours. It's a nice change from the many hours in the car. The comfort on the train is good. Peter was waiting for us in Mombasa and took us to our accommodation.
Price/performance, the organization, the driver and guide, the accommodation and also the food were all good! Top organizer! You can book without hesitation and save a lot of money compared to the travel agency.
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Email Lovrana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Safari With an Amazing Guide!
Mateo Travel and Adventure delivered an excellent and well‑organized tailor-made safari experience. The itinerary was clear, detailed, and thoughtfully planned—from Amboseli’s stunning views of Kilimanjaro to the dramatic landscapes of Tsavo East, exactly as described in their proposal.
A special shout‑out to Vincent, our guide, who made the trip unforgettable! His friendliness, positive attitude, and deep knowledge of wildlife and the parks elevated every game drive. He always made sure we were in the right place at the right time, and his enthusiasm was contagious!
The accommodations were comfortable and perfectly located, just as outlined in the itinerary.
If you’re looking for a professional, reliable, and genuinely warm safari team, Mateo Travel and Adventure is an excellent choice. Vincent in particular made the experience exceptional.
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Email Danka | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Top quality organisation and delivery
I completed a three-day safari with Mateo Adventure from Nairobi to Amboseli and then to Tsavo East. From Tsavo East we continued by train to Mombasa and then on to Diani Beach.
Our guide Eric was supposed to pick us up at 8 a.m. on the agreed day. He arrived as early as 6:30 (and waited nearby) to make sure he would be there on time! We then set off for Amboseli and reached the park without any problems. We checked into the selected lodge, where everything was perfectly prepared. Amboseli was an amazing experience, also thanks to Eric. He knew the park very well and, thanks to his professional approach and experience, he understood exactly what visitors need. Our experience was wonderful—we saw many animals, including lions. Both of our game drives in the park were truly exceptional.
On the third day we headed to Tsavo East. I greatly appreciated Eric’s driving skills as well as his overall professionalism.
At Tsavo East, the accommodation again went smoothly and without any complications, followed by another game drive. Once more, I want to highlight Eric’s abilities—he really did his best to make sure we had the best possible experience. And indeed, we saw many animals again, including lions with small cubs.
On the last day, Eric dropped us off at the train station. The journey to Mombasa went smoothly, and at the station another representative from the agency was already waiting for us and took us without any issues to our final destination at Diani Beach.
I highly appreciate the professional communication and overall organization handled by Patrick—everything worked perfectly. Many thanks to Eric as well; I truly value his approach, professionalism, and knowledge. We received exactly what we had ordered, and the selected accommodations were also excellent.
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Email Francesca | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Just perfect
Our experience was just perfect.
Before the safari:
Patrick took care of us since our first enquiry, which was actually one of the aspects that convinced us to choose this agency. Complete availability in trying to customize the safari based on our necessities. Provided all documentation we asked to ensure the agency is reliable.
During the safari:
Eric was just the best guide ever. He knows everything about any possible animal, knows where to go to spot them, was always ready to answer all our questions not only about the safari itself, but also about life in Kenya in general. Super patient, super wise, super kind and responsible. The drive was always safe. He knows the timings and when it's worth to keep looking out.
Lodges:
Just as described, loved them all
Car:
We had a jeep, perfect choice, suggested
Choice of the tour:
Amboseli, Taita, Tsavo East. We could see almost every animal but rhinos (cheetahs were hiding but were there). The landscape on the parks was just impressive. From Amboseli we were also lucky enough to see the Kilimangiaro. Even the roads from one park to another are worth looking out - we could see a lot of animals there too, as they pass close to corridors for the animals to be able to move around and eventually migrate.
Safety:
3 girls, never felt safer
Highly highly recommended
Thank you Eric!
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Email Julien | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great itinerary !
I had the chance to have a 5 days / 4 nights safari from Mombassa to Nairobi via Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Amboseli.
First of all, itinerary was promptly made by Patrick with all details clearly explained. He answered my questions quickly and we could arrange and secure the booking.
I'm leaving Kenya with wonderful memories of the parks, wildlife and friendly people thanks to a wonderful itinerary covering a lot of Kenya.
I can only warmly recomment Mateo Travel to anyone to have a smooth safari experience.
Email Lucia Coltri | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The perfect Safari in Kenya
The 8 days Safari was just perfect. From the moment Patrick contacted me, the itinerary he created for my safari was perfectly tailored for me, with all the parks I wanted to go. High value for money and great organisation overall.
A massive thank you though goes to Gordonne, not only a wonderful driver but also an amazing guide, patient, with great insights, suggestions during the safari and also big knowledge. I wanted to do a solo photography Safari and take pictures not only of the big 5, but also of other animals I did not know about. I saw them all. Gordonne immediately understood I wanted to take time for my photos, and sometimes we skipped the crowd and focused on other animals and the nature. As a solo woman traveler, I could not expect anything better, Gordonne made me feel safe at all time.
Thank you for this amazing experience!
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Email Leonid Tarasov | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable journey
My wife and I spent a wonderful 6 days on safari organized by Mateo Travel and Adventure. It so happened that we decided on the dates of the trip only on January 27. We went to the website safaribookings.com and outlined our wishes: the safari starts on January 31, the duration is 5-6 days, the type of tour is private, starting in Nairobi, ending preferably in Mombasa, the price is reasonable. Of the dozen suggested tours, one completely coincided with our wishes. We sent a request to Mateo Travel and Adventure, and a few hours later we received a detailed offer from Patrick Awidhi. The cost of the tour turned out to be even slightly lower than that offered on the website, and any mandatory additional costs were absent in the future. The trip started on time and all six days passed exactly on schedule. Patrick was always in touch and helped to resolve any issues if they arose. Simon, a wonderful, friendly and professional guide, opened up the life of Kenya's wildlife to us and we literally fell in love with it. The multitude of animals literally at arm's length is admired and makes one marvel at the wealth of East Africa. I must say right away that the low price of the trip determined the ease of accommodation in tent camps and a hotel. However, it was convenient everywhere and a separate toilet and a hot shower were available. I can recommend a safari with Mateo Travel and Adventure to anyone who loves and respects wildlife. Patrick and Simon, we wish you great success and thank you again.
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Email Julia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip, very well organised, great guide
We booked with Patrick from Mateo Travel. From the beginning he was very reliable, always answering and making everything possible. He picked us up on time in Nairobi and we started the Safari with Gordon, an excellent driver, a humorous and warm-hearted person and a real animal expert. He managed that we observed almost all wild animals. We can highly recommend any tour with him.
Perfect!
We did a 4 day safari, Amboseli, Tsavo West and East.
We really enjoyed our trip with driver Gordon. Communication about our wishes went very smoothly via email. It was also nice that there was the option to pay by credit card.
Email Ben | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great trip, our guide Gordon was very nice
We had a great safari and saw all of the big 5. Our guide was very accommodating and we were very comfortable the whole trip. I would recommend using Mateos