Reviewed · NAIROBI TOURS
Jontas Travellers
The most useful thing about Jontas Travellers is its flexibility. Instead of selling one fixed sightseeing route, the company lets you shape an outing around your time and interests, from a short Nairobi visit to an extended Kenya trip lasting up to about 11 days. You can arrange an airport transfer, a city tour, wildlife viewing, or a longer route by road, rail, or air.
I like the small maximum of four people, which keeps the outing more personal and makes it easier to adjust the day. I also like the range of choices, especially the chance to combine Nairobi National Park, the Giraffe Centre, the Elephant Orphanage, Lake Naivasha, Nakuru, Amboseli, or the Masai Mara. The main point to consider is that this is a customized service, not a fully detailed fixed itinerary, so you should confirm exactly what your $106.67 group price covers before booking.
Key points to know before booking

- Private group size: The activity accepts a maximum of four people, a good fit for a family or small group.
- Flexible length: You can plan anything from a one-day outing to a trip of approximately 11 days.
- Wide choice of stops: Options include Nairobi sights, national parks, Lake Naivasha, the Masai Mara, Amboseli, Nakuru, and Mombasa.
- Airport starting point: The listed meeting point is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Embakasi, Nairobi.
- Practical communication: WiFi is included on board, and one past customer praised the guide’s punctuality, regular contact, and help arranging another safari guide.
- Weather matters: Excursions depend on suitable weather, with a new date or full refund offered if poor conditions cause cancellation.
A flexible start at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Your listed starting point is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Embakasi, Nairobi. That makes this service useful if you want to move directly from your flight into sightseeing, arrange a hotel transfer, or build a wider Kenya plan without booking several separate services.
The activity is scheduled from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Sunday, during the stated operating period. Those broad hours give you room to plan around an arrival or departure, but you should still confirm the pickup time when booking. Airport arrivals can shift, and a custom trip works best when the provider knows your flight and hotel details in advance.
The tour ends back at the meeting point. That is important. If you are arranging a hotel drop-off, another airport transfer, or a continuing journey, ask how that final leg will be handled. The published end point is the airport, so do not assume a different drop-off is included.
A past customer had particularly good results with communication and timing. The guide kept in touch, arrived on time, and helped arrange another guide when a hotel booking changed. I would treat that as a useful sign for anyone who values practical help, though you should still request the name of your assigned guide and a written plan before setting off.
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Build the day around Nairobi’s best-known sights

For a short visit, Nairobi itself offers several possible stops. The Nairobi City Tour is the broadest choice, giving you a way to see the capital before heading farther afield. Since the exact route is customized, ask which sights are included, how long you will spend at each one, and how much driving is planned.
Nairobi National Park is the unusual centerpiece. It is described as the only city-based national park in the world, giving you a chance to seek wildlife with the city close by. That contrast is the appeal: you do not need to leave Nairobi for a full day before reaching a game-viewing area.
Still, this is not the same as spending several days in a major safari reserve. Wildlife sightings can vary, and the experience depends on timing, weather, and luck. I would choose Nairobi National Park if you have limited time or want a taste of Kenya’s wildlife before a flight, not if it is your only chance to see a broad range of animals.
The Giraffe Centre offers a different kind of visit. It is a focused stop rather than a large park, so it can fit neatly into a half-day plan with other Nairobi sights. The Elephant Orphanage is another possible addition. Both stops are especially useful when you want a gentle introduction to Kenya’s wildlife or are traveling with children.
Because the service is built around your interests, you can ask for a city-centered day, a wildlife-centered day, or a mix of both. That choice is more valuable than it may first appear. A fixed tour may spend time at places you do not care about, while a custom outing lets you put more of the day toward animals, city sights, or onward transport.
Lake Naivasha adds a slower change of pace
The Lake Naivasha option includes a boat ride on the lake, with animals and birds viewed from the water. This changes the rhythm from road-based sightseeing. Instead of simply driving from one stop to another, you get time on the lake and a different angle on the area’s wildlife.
I like this option for a one-day or short multi-day plan because it adds variety. Nairobi parks and city attractions can fill a busy schedule, while a boat ride gives you a quieter section of the trip. It may also appeal to anyone more interested in birds and scenery than in spending every hour in a vehicle.
Weather is a real consideration here. The company states that excursions depend on conditions, and poor weather may lead to a new date or a full refund. If Lake Naivasha is the main reason for booking, avoid building an unchangeable schedule immediately afterward. Give yourself some room if the weather changes.
Ask what transport is included between Nairobi and the lake, how long the boat portion lasts, and whether the price changes for a larger route. The $106.67 rate is listed per group of up to four, but the many possible destinations suggest that the final arrangement may depend on what you request.
Nakuru, flamingos, and a longer wildlife day
Nakuru National Park is offered as another choice, with the chance to see large numbers of flamingos as well as other game. The flamingos are the clear draw, especially if you want a bird-focused stop rather than a city tour or a short wildlife visit near Nairobi.
A trip to Nakuru will naturally require more time and planning than a local Nairobi outing. I would ask for the expected departure and return times, the route, and the amount of time available inside the park. That information will help you judge whether the day feels worthwhile or too rushed.
The description also leaves room for other game reserves. This is useful if you already know what you want to see, but it means you need to be specific. Tell Jontas Travellers whether your priority is birds, general game viewing, a particular park, or simply making the best use of a free day in Nairobi.
The company’s moderate fitness requirement is worth noting. The experience is not presented as an intense walking trip, but you should be comfortable with a full day of sightseeing and transport. If you have mobility concerns or prefer shorter outings, ask for a slower schedule before confirming.
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Masai Mara and Amboseli require more planning
The Masai Mara and Amboseli are included among the possible longer excursions. These names will attract anyone hoping for a bigger safari experience, but they should not be treated as casual add-ons to a quick Nairobi city tour.
A Masai Mara plan can be shaped around your available time, while Amboseli offers another major wildlife option. The listing does not provide a fixed number of nights, a vehicle type, a lodging plan, park fees, or a detailed daily schedule. You need to request those details directly before paying for a longer trip.
This is where the service’s custom approach becomes both its strength and its caution. You can explain how many days you have and what you want to see. The provider can then help form the route. But you should not rely on a short general description for a multi-day safari. Get the full itinerary, inclusions, exclusions, accommodation details, and transport plan in writing.
The maximum of four is a benefit on a longer route. A small group can make decisions more easily, and you are not tied to a large coach schedule. The tradeoff is that a small private arrangement can cost more per person than a larger shared departure, depending on the final quote. At the advertised $106.67 per group, the value is strongest when four people share the cost, which works out to about $26.67 each before any additional charges.
Mombasa gives you an onward Kenya option
Jontas Travellers can arrange travel to Mombasa by road, rail, or air. That is a useful service if Nairobi is only the first part of your Kenya trip and you want help connecting the capital with the coast.
The choice of transport matters. Road travel may suit a flexible itinerary, while rail or air may be better when time is limited. The published information does not specify prices, schedules, or whether these transport costs are included in the advertised group rate. Ask for a separate breakdown before booking.
Mombasa also changes the nature of the trip. You are no longer choosing only among Nairobi attractions and wildlife parks. You are planning a cross-country connection, so it is sensible to confirm the departure point, arrival point, luggage arrangements, and final drop-off.
I like having these options in one conversation rather than arranging an airport transfer, a Nairobi tour, a safari, and an onward journey with unrelated providers. Just keep the boundaries clear. The listed activity begins and ends at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, so a Mombasa transfer may involve a different arrangement from the standard outing.
What the $106.67 group price really means
The advertised price is $106.67 per group of up to four people. If four people share it equally, the starting cost is about $26.67 each. That is appealing for a private airport transfer, city outing, or short custom excursion.
The value becomes harder to judge when you request a longer route or several parks. The headline price does not explain which attractions, entrance fees, boat costs, accommodation, meals, or long-distance transport are included. WiFi on board is included, while an onboard restroom is not. Those two details suggest a vehicle-based service, but they do not tell you the full cost of a custom multi-day plan.
I would use the price as a starting point rather than a complete safari quote. Before booking, ask these practical questions:
- Is the price for an airport transfer, a city excursion, or a particular route?
- Are park entrance fees included?
- Is the Lake Naivasha boat ride included?
- Are meals and accommodation included on trips lasting several days?
- Does the price change for Nakuru, Masai Mara, Amboseli, or Mombasa?
- Is hotel pickup available, and does it cost extra?
- What happens if you want to change the itinerary during the trip?
The answer to those questions will tell you far more about value than the base rate alone.
WiFi helps, but plan for a vehicle without a restroom
WiFi on board is included, a practical touch for checking messages, confirming hotel details, or staying in contact during a long transfer. It is especially useful if you are linking airport pickup with a wider Kenya route.
There is no restroom on board. For a short city tour, that should be easy to manage. For a long drive to a park or a cross-country connection, you should ask about planned stops and the expected time between breaks. This is a small detail, but it can shape your comfort on a full day out.
The activity asks you to have a moderate level of physical fitness. That likely matters most for a long day of transport and sightseeing, though the exact walking requirements will depend on your chosen stops. Tell the provider if you need shorter visits, more breaks, or a less demanding plan.
Mobile ticketing makes the booking simple to carry on your phone. Confirmation is provided at the time of booking, and the experience is near public transportation. Even so, keep your pickup instructions handy, especially if you are meeting at a busy airport.
Cancellation and weather rules are fairly clear
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the scheduled start for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded, and changes inside that same 24-hour window are not accepted.
The cut-off uses local time in Kenya. Check the exact start time before making changes, particularly if you are booking from another time zone.
The experience requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund. That policy is helpful for a lake trip or a wildlife outing, where weather can affect the day. I would still avoid placing an important international connection immediately after a weather-sensitive excursion.
Who will get the most from this service?
I see this as a good fit for a small group that wants control over the day. Families, couples, and friends who want to share one vehicle can use the four-person limit to keep the plan focused.
It also suits people with an awkward gap between flights, a short stay in Nairobi, or a longer Kenya itinerary that needs local coordination. The option to arrange airport transfers, hotel pickup, parks, a lake boat ride, and onward transport gives you one place to begin planning.
You may prefer a fixed safari company if you want a published schedule with named lodges, exact park fees, and a detailed day-by-day plan before paying. Jontas Travellers is more useful when you know the kind of experience you want but need help fitting it to your time.
Should you book Jontas Travellers?
Book this experience if you value flexibility, small-group service, and direct communication more than a fixed package. The range of possible outings is impressive for a Nairobi-based service, and the strongest practical sign is the reported help with timing, regular contact, and arranging another guide when plans changed.
Before you commit, clarify the exact route and costs. The $106.67 group price can be excellent for a short private outing shared by four people, but a Masai Mara, Amboseli, Nakuru, or Mombasa plan needs a full quote. If you want to shape your own Kenya trip and are willing to ask detailed questions, Jontas Travellers is worth considering. If you prefer every inclusion printed in advance, request that plan before booking or choose a more structured package.
FAQ
Where does the activity start?
The listed starting point is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Embakasi, Nairobi, Kenya.
Where does the activity end?
The activity ends back at the listed meeting point.
How much does the experience cost?
The listed price is $106.67 per group of up to four people.
How many people can join?
The activity has a maximum of four participants.
How long can the excursion last?
The available duration is approximately one to 11 days, depending on the customized plan.
What destinations can be included?
Possible choices include Nairobi National Park, the Giraffe Centre, the Elephant Orphanage, a Nairobi City Tour, Lake Naivasha, Nakuru National Park, the Masai Mara, Amboseli, other game reserves, and Mombasa.
Is WiFi included?
Yes. WiFi on board is included.
Is there a restroom on board?
No. An onboard restroom is not included.
Can I cancel for a full refund?
Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.
What happens if bad weather cancels the excursion?
You will be offered a different date or a full refund if poor weather causes the experience to be canceled.
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