Kenya Safari Tour Operator Based in Mombasa

Steve & Richard Safaris is a TRA-licensed tour operator based in Mombasa, Kenya, offering guided safari tours across all national parks and reserves in Kenya — featuring Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Amboseli, and the Masai Mara — plus extensions into Tanzania and Uganda. We have operated from the Kenya coast for over 15 years, serving more than 2,500 travellers from 40+ countries.

Mombasa-based TRA Licensed Operator 4.8★ Google Rated
15+Years guiding from the Kenya coast
2,500+Travellers from 40+ countries
4.8★Google rating · 110+ reviews
24hrResponse on WhatsApp, every day
Company Fact Detail
Company Name Steve and Richard Safaris
Headquarters Bora, Bora, Malindi Rd, Mombasa, Kenya
Years in Operation 15+ years, operating continuously from the Kenya coast
Business Type Mombasa-based tour operator specialising in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda safari tours
Licensing TRA-licensed tour operator (licence TRA/2/01/C01/211)
Coverage Area All national parks and reserves across Kenya, featuring Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Amboseli, Masai Mara, Taita Hills, Lake Nakuru, and Samburu; plus Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) and gorilla trekking (Uganda)
Departure Points Mombasa, Diani Beach, Watamu, Kilifi, Malindi, Nairobi
Fleet 4x4 Land Cruisers and 4x4 Toyota vans with open roof, park-certified and insured
Customer Rating 4.8 out of 5 on Google, based on 110+ verified reviews
Traveller Base 2,500+ travellers served, from 40+ countries
Contact Response Time Same-day response via WhatsApp, available 24 hours

How Steve & Richard Safaris Began

Steve & Richard Safaris is a Kenya safari company based in Mombasa, offering guided tours across all national parks and reserves in Kenya — including Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Amboseli, and the Masai Mara — with additional itineraries in Tanzania and Uganda. The company was founded and has operated continuously from Kenya's Indian Ocean coast for more than 15 years.

Steve & Richard Safaris is family-run and based in Mombasa, not a Nairobi-based agency operating a satellite coast office. The company's guides and drivers are based locally, hold direct working relationships with park rangers and lodge operators across East Africa, and have personally operated every safari itinerary the company sells.

Steve & Richard Safaris offers custom safari planning across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda for both international and domestic travellers. Since founding, the company has guided more than 2,500 travellers from over 40 countries, and holds a 4.8-star Google rating based on 110+ verified reviews.

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Safari vehicle in Tsavo National Park at golden hour

Your Safari, Planned by People Who Live It

Steve and Richard personally organise every safari booked through Steve & Richard Safaris, from initial WhatsApp contact through to trip completion. The company has operated Kenya coast safaris for over 15 years and maintains direct knowledge of park entry points, lodge availability, and current wildlife locations.

What Sets Us Apart What It Means for You
Local Expertise, Not a Brochure Our guides use radio networks to track animals in real time, so you won't miss a sighting.
Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing Park fees, transport, lodges and meals are included — what you're quoted is exactly what you pay.
Personalised From Day One Family, couple, solo, honeymoon — every itinerary is built around your group, not a template.
Door-to-Door Service Hotel pickup, park entry, meals and transfers — every detail organised for you.
Our Vision To become East Africa's most trusted safari operator, setting the standard for personal, expert-led wildlife experiences.
Our Mission Karibu Kenya — we invite every traveller into a world of wildlife, culture, and landscapes that exist nowhere else on earth, with Tanzania and Uganda extensions for those who want to see even more.

Meet the People Behind Your Safari

When you book with us, you communicate directly with the people who plan and operate your trip — not an agent, not a middleman.

Steve Omondi, Co-Founder and Lead Safari Operator
Co-Founder

Steve Omondi

Lead Safari Operator · 17+ yrs

Specialises in Tsavo East, Tsavo West, and Amboseli. Coastal departure specialist and custom multi-day itinerary planner — usually your first point of contact.

Co-Founder

Richard

Operations Director · 15+ yrs

Specialises in Tanzania circuits, Uganda gorilla trekking, and Kenya's highland parks. Manages logistics, lodge relationships, and group bookings.

Solomon Ahono

Senior Driver-Guide · 10+ yrs

Specialises in Tsavo East, Tsavo West, and Taita Hills. Known for expert vehicle positioning for wildlife photography.

Hamisi

Wildlife Guide · 8+ yrs

Specialises in the Tsavo parks and Amboseli. An expert wildlife spotter with deep knowledge of animal behaviour and park ecosystems.

Evans Odhiambo, Driver-Guide

Evans Odhiambo

Driver-Guide · 10+ yrs

Specialises in Tsavo East & West. Our family safari specialist — calm and patient, known for long-distance comfort and a child-friendly approach.

Roseline Apiyo

Secretary · Since 2011

The organisational backbone of Steve & Richard Safaris — handling correspondence, booking coordination, and client records with quiet precision.

Licensed, Verified & Trusted

Steve & Richard Safaris is a licensed Kenyan tour operator, registered with the Tourism Regulatory Authority of Kenya under licence TRA/2/01/C01/211. The company operates in compliance with Kenya's tourism regulations, carries liability insurance, and inspects every safari vehicle before each trip.

Steve & Richard Safaris operates as a coast departure specialist across Mombasa, Diani Beach, Watamu, Kilifi, and Malindi.

  • TRA Licence TRA/2/01/C01/211Tourism Regulatory Authority of Kenya — fully verified
  • 15+ years continuous operationOperating from Mombasa, Kenya, since founding
  • 4.8★ Google rating — 110+ reviewsConsistently rated across Google & TripAdvisor
  • All vehicles park-certified & insured4x4 Land Cruisers and 4x4 Toyota vans with open roof
  • 24/7 client support via WhatsAppReal people, real responses — not a chatbot

Our Coverage — Kenya, Tanzania & Uganda

Steve & Richard Safaris operates guided safaris across all national parks and reserves in Kenya, plus destinations in Tanzania and Uganda, departing from Mombasa, Diani Beach, Watamu, or Nairobi. The table below highlights our most-booked destinations; itineraries to any park in Kenya can be arranged on request.

Country Destination Highlight
Kenya Masai Mara Home of the wildebeest migration and Kenya's highest density of big cats — best July to October.
Kenya Tsavo East Kenya's largest park — famous for red-dust elephants and year-round game viewing from Mombasa.
Kenya Tsavo West A wilder landscape featuring Mzima Springs, lava flows, and the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary.
Kenya Amboseli The best place in Kenya to photograph elephants against snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro.
Tanzania Serengeti Tanzania's crown jewel — vast, iconic, home to the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth.
Tanzania Ngorongoro Crater A UNESCO World Heritage Site — one of the few places to reliably see black rhinos in the wild.
Kenya Taita Hills & Salt Lick Salt Lick Lodge sits on stilts above a watering hole where animals gather day and night.
Kenya Lake Nakuru & Naivasha Famous for flamingos, white rhinos, and a scenic Rift Valley setting.
Kenya Samburu & Ol Pejeta Home to Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, and chimpanzee.
Uganda Gorilla Trekking The most profound wildlife encounter in East Africa — Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Our Promise to Every Traveller

Three promises, every time. You will always speak directly to Steve or Richard. The price we quote is the price you pay — all-inclusive, no hidden charges. And if something isn't right on your safari, we answer the phone and we fix it.

# Promise What It Means
01 Personal Service
You speak to Steve or Richard
Not an agent, not a chatbot. When you WhatsApp us, we reply. When you have a question at 6am on the day of your safari, we answer.
02 Honest Pricing
One price covers everything
Park entry fees, open-roof safari vehicle, professional guide-driver, all meals, and accommodation. What you're quoted is what you pay.
03 On-Safari Support
We know where the animals are
Our guides carry radios and communicate with rangers across every park in real time. We don't leave you to find animals by luck.

Find Us on the Coast

We're based right on the Kenya coast in Mombasa — which is exactly why we're built for quick, well-run trips into Tsavo, Amboseli, and Watamu, often in a single day.

Bora, Bora, Malindi Rd, Mombasa, Kenya
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Recommended & Recognised

Our reputation is built on word of mouth — from the first traveller who trusted us to the reviews that now form the foundation of our online presence.

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Absolutely disgusting Steve and Richard Safaris Mombasa Unprofessional 1080579573 Awful, absolutely awful. If you are a female you will not go to the safari you booked but taken to a cheaper option. You will not get a 4 hour drive, 2 hours maximum. Full version can be seen on other media sites.
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Good safari with good food Good and hardworking people..our driver made sure car was slow enough to enough to enjoy safari to the fullest
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Many thanks to the whole team of Steve and Richard Safaris for being perfectly organized from start to finish. We had a fantastic 4-day safari in Kenya with Steve And Richard Safaris, covering Tsavo East, Lion Hills Lodge Tsavo West, Ngulia Safari Lodge and Amboseli National Parks.aa lodge We explored within a limited timeframe, and the trip proved to be truly rewarding. Since each destination offered something new, the journey felt very special. Tsavo East was our first destination, and we truly enjoyed the safari experience and the opportunity to spend time in such a vast natural setting. Our driver guide Evans was extremely knowledgeable, making the trip safe, enjoyable, and seamless for us. It was an exciting experience for everyone, especially as we eagerly looked around, wondering what we would see next. Tsavo West offered a striking change of scenery, and we found joy in simply taking in the landscapes as so Hippos Crocodiles baboons in Mzima Spring we continued our safari. Amboseli was a wonderful view of Kilimanjaro,place to conclude the trip; the whole family enjoyed the park's atmosphere. We cherished the scenery and those many beautiful landscape. moments-memories that will truly last a lifetime. Steve and Richard Safaris helped make the trip memorable comfortable and well-organized for our family, allowing us to focus on enjoying our time together. thank you again Steve and Richard for your ogonize for as perfect safari 🙏
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Super zážitek, doporučuji kdo chce zažít skvělou safari v Keni ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chtěla bych touto cestou velmi pochválit cestovní agenturu Stebe & Richard Safaris v Mombase. Agenturu v Keni jsme našli přes internet ještě v České republice a musím říct, že jsme byli naprosto spokojeni. Od začátku až do konce proběhlo všechno přesně tak, jak bylo domluveno. Žádné komplikace, žádné nepříjemné překvapení – vše, co bylo nasmlouváno, bylo splněno. Velmi oceňuji především profesionální přístup, ochotu a rychlou komunikaci. Steb s námi aktivně komunikoval, na naše dotazy vždy rychle odpovídal a po celou dobu jsme měli pocit, že se na něj můžeme spolehnout. A samotné safari? Bylo nádherné a splnilo všechna naše očekávání. Organizace byla skvělá a celý zážitek pro nás bude patřit mezi nejkrásnější vzpomínky na pobyt v Keni. 🦁🐘🦒❤️ Stebe & Richard Safaris můžeme všem vřele doporučit, zejména pokud hledáte spolehlivou agenturu, profesionální přístup ke klientovi a safari, které opravdu stojí za to. Děkujeme za krásný zážitek a skvěle odvedenou práci! 🇰🇪❤️
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Doporučuji, moc se nám to líbilo Jsem moc ráda, že jsem si vybrala tuto cestovní kancelář. Před cestou do Keni jsem kontaktovala Steva z České republiky a on vždycky okamžitě odpověděl na všechny mé zprávy a dotazy. Vybrali jsme si jednodenní safari do Tsavo East. Jeho služby byly spolehlivé; den před safari nám dokonce připomněl, abychom si v hotelu domluvili snídaňový balíček, a vyzvedl nás přesně včas. Měli jsme velký, pohodlný džíp s výklopnou střechou a jídlo i pití bylo zajištěno. Cesta tam i zpět proběhla hladce a průvodci se s námi podělili o zajímavé informace o zvířatech a komunikovali spolu prostřednictvím obousměrné vysílačky, takže jsme viděli snad všechno možné. Rozhodně je doporučuji – zvláště vzhledem k ceně ve srovnání s jinými agenturami, které nabízejí předražené služby. Safari bylo úžasné! 😍
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Best ever Safari experience, We booked before we come to diani with Steve and Richard safaris. We were family of four people we booked (with) Steve and Richard safaris, we arrived at Diani, their team welcomed us very warmly. Steve and Richard made our three-days Tsavo east Lion Hills and Saltlick Lodge trip it was a memorable and enjoyable combination of wildlife nature, and comfortable accommodations created a truly special Safari experience for both of us. Saltlick location was perfect, the food was surprisingly good (especially the fresh grill and Kenya dishes) and the staff were warm and helpful our experience was made even more special by Harrison our driver was fantastic and knowledge, kindness and patient from Steve and Richard safaris brought the entire adventure to life from up-close elephant, spending time with lions, giraffes, impalas, buffaloes, and zebras in the park was one of our best experiences, and we highly recommend the experience with Steve and Richard safaris please don't hesitate if you want to book your safari with them.
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Amazing Experience We had a wonderful experience on our Tsavo East Safari, made even more special by the excellent service we received from Steve and his driver, Evan. Steve was incredibly friendly, polite, attentive, and professional throughout our trip. He made sure everything was taken care of and always served us with a great attitude and a warm smile. His exceptional customer service truly made our experience enjoyable and memorable. We never felt rushed, and he was always happy to take the time to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves. We also had the pleasure of using Steve’s services to visit Old Town, and he kindly took us to a special place where my wife spent part of her childhood. That personal touch made the experience even more meaningful for us. We would happily recommend their services to anyone looking for a friendly, professional, and reliable experience.
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Exceptional safari company I cannot say enough good things about this safari! Steve was extremely communicative and clear as I was booking this safari from overseas. Ended up doing a one day in Tsavo East; the guide, Solomon, picked me up right on time. The jeep was in terrific condition and he was a superb driver on Mombasa’s difficult roads. We entered the park and he clearly knew the terrain well and mapped out a brilliant route We saw over a dozen different animals. He was highly knowledgeable about the wildlife, and was extremely patient, which paid off as the longer we waited in a spot, the more wildlife we would see. Five stars across the board. Amazing.
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It was unforgettable experience safari from Diane. Our recent three-day Tsavo East and Tsavo West trip was a great experience with Steve and Richard Safaris. Honestly they organized everything wonderfully. Solomon was our great skilled driver guide, he made our every game drive exciting and great enjoyable wildlife encounters. We thoroughly enjoyed the vast scenery, changing landscapes and wildlife spotting moments during the drive. Travelling through two parks made the whole journey more interesting and gave us a better understanding of the area. The days were spent wonderfully and we will cherish the memories of this trip. We were very satisfied with the professional Steve and Richard Safaris and I would recommend them to anybody who would like to go any safari.
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Bucket list complete! A big thanks to Steve and my guide Aziz for ensuring that I had a truly amazing experience. Could not recommend more!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steve & Richard Safaris a licensed tour operator?

Yes. Steve & Richard Safaris is licensed by the Tourism Regulatory Authority of Kenya under licence TRA/2/01/C01/211.

Where is Steve & Richard Safaris based?

Steve & Richard Safaris is based in Mombasa, Kenya, at Bora, Bora, Malindi Rd. The company operates safaris departing from Mombasa, Diani Beach, Watamu, Kilifi, Malindi, and Nairobi.

Which safari destinations does Steve & Richard Safaris cover?

Steve & Richard Safaris operates safaris across all national parks and reserves in Kenya, featuring Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Amboseli, the Masai Mara, Taita Hills, Lake Nakuru, and Samburu, plus the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, and gorilla trekking in Uganda.

How long has Steve & Richard Safaris been operating?

Steve & Richard Safaris has operated continuously from the Kenya coast for more than 15 years, and has guided over 2,500 travellers from 40+ countries.

Does Steve & Richard Safaris offer single-day safaris from Mombasa?

Yes. Steve & Richard Safaris operates single-day safaris to Tsavo East departing from Mombasa and Diani Beach, alongside multi-day itineraries across Tsavo, Amboseli, and the Masai Mara.

What is included in a Steve & Richard Safaris booking price?

Every quoted price includes park entry fees, transport in an open-roof 4x4 vehicle, a professional driver-guide, meals, and accommodation where applicable. No additional charges are added after booking.

How can I contact Steve & Richard Safaris?

Steve & Richard Safaris responds to enquiries via WhatsApp at +254-721-346-810, typically within 24 hours, seven days a week.

Ready to Start Planning?

Tell us where you'd like to go and we'll build the rest — from a single-day Tsavo trip to a full Kenya-Tanzania itinerary.

👋 Planning a safari to Kenya, Tanzania or Uganda? Chat with Steve directly on WhatsApp and receive immediate quotes.

Plan Your Dream Safari

Tell us where you'd like to go and we'll build the rest — from a single-day Tsavo trip to a full Kenya-Tanzania itinerary.