Kenya Safari Tour Operator Based in Mombasa

Steve & Richard Safaris is a KATO-registered and 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 KATO Registered 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 (licence TRA/2/01/C01/211) and KATO-registered tour operator
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 KATO-registered 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 is a registered member of the Kenya Association of Tour Operators (KATO), and 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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Great experience Great experience! Got to see a lot of animals and the guide was informative :)
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Michael F
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Amazing 1 Day Tsavo East Safari We selected Steve and Richard Safaris having looked at a few before booking and I can honestly say it was the best decision. Steve was very responsive over WhatsApp and took the time to understand what we wanted. We settled on a LandCruiser vehicle which was perfect. We met up with Steve the day we arrived in Kenya to go over the details and he had everything spot on. On the day he was already waiting at our hotel reception when we came down at 4.30am for the 2hr 30min drive to Tsavo East. We were very lucky that we had Steve and a driver on this trip, and plenty of bottled water was provided for the day. We arrived at Tsavo just before 7am and embarked on what must rank as one of the best days ever. Steve was very knowledgeable about the park and the animals we saw which included Elephants, Giraffes, Zebras, Buffalo, Impalas, Ostriches and even a Monitor Lizard. It was an amazing day made all the more special when, at the campsite we stopped at for a picnic lunch (which had Baboons everywhere), an Elephant and it's baby walked right through the middle. Unbelievable! We got back to the hotel around 6.30pm and I can't praise the effort, patience and assistance that Steve provided throughout the whole day and also in the lead up to it. If you book with them you will not regret it.
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Amke D
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Tolle Safaritour Es war eine einmalige Erfahrung. Unser Fahrer Salomon hat uns viel erklärt und sich viel Zeit für unsere Fragen genommen. Außerdem hat er immer angehalten wenn wir Fotos gemacht haben oder wir die Tiere bestaunt haben. Wir haben sehr viele Tiere gesehen unter anderem die Big 5. Auch organisatorisch war alles sehr einfach. Sehr empfehlenswert
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Außergewöhnliches Safari-Abenteuer Ich habe schon einige Monate vor meiner Kenia Reise Kontakt mit Steve per WhatsApp aufgenommen. Er war stets bereit, mir jede Frage zu beantworten und ich hatte direkt ein gutes Gefühl. Ich buchte 2 Tage Tsavo East und Tsavo West Safari mit einer Übernachtung in der Ngulia Lodge. Diese kann ich sehr empfehlen, da man dort am Wasserloch auch noch abends Tiere sehen kann! Die Kommunikation mit Steve war auch vor Ort sehr einfach. Ich hab mich bei ihm gut aufgehoben gefühlt. Was ich sehr zu schätzen weiß ist, dass Steve und auch Parison (der Fahrer) sehr bemüht waren, uns ein einzigartiges Erlebnis zu ermöglichen. Er fuhr nicht die Strecken, die alle anderen Anbieter fuhren, sondern welche mit Abenteuer-Charakter. Ich habe viele tolle Tiere gesehen und hatte jederzeit das Gefühl, all meine Fragen und Wünsche äußern zu können. Das einzige Manko war, dass die Fahrtzeit falsch kommuniziert wurde. Die Rückfahrt hat nämlich statt der kommunizierten 4 Stunden, 7 1/2 Stunden gedauert. Ich schiebe das mal auf die afrikanische Wahrnehmung von Zeit. Ich bin wirklich dankbar für die wunderbaren Erlebnisse, die ich mit Steve & Richard Safaris erleben durfte und ich würde es erneut bei Steve buchen!
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Best crew for safari Steve and his team are the best; it’s clear he has been exploring the savanna for 20 years. He helped us spot a leopard and a lion that the other jeep had missed. If you’re planning a safari, make sure to go with Steve and his team.
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Tsavo East, West, Taita Hills It was a wonderful safari with amazing and impressive moments. Our driver, Solomon, explained and showed us so much. He was fantastic. I highly recommend Steve and Richard. Thank you for the wonderful days.
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Janna D
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Amazing safari experience We had an incredible four-day safari experience with our driver Solomon. We encountered a variety of wildlife including giraffes, zebras, lions, hippos, gazelles, rhinos, and many others in Tsavo East, Tsavo West, and Taita Hills. Booking our trip through WhatsApp was so easy, and we received all the necessary information. Our accommodations were outstanding, offering stunning views of the national parks. I highly recommend this company for a safari if you're looking for a safe and comfortable experience. Our group of six had our own spacious Land Rover, which was very comfortable. Our driver was exceptionally attentive and always allowed us to take our time.
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Fabrizio M
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A wonderful Safari It was our first safari in Kenya and we relied on Steve, what can I say? He was a wonderful and very knowledgeable guide, we visited both Tsavo East and West in two days starting from Diani, thank you Steve for the passion you put into it and for the ability you had to introduce us to the nature and animals of Kenya's parks, I absolutely recommend him to anyone who wants to have a unique experience in this wonderful country
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Amazing safari experience - highly recommend Steve! I cannot recommend booking with Steve highly enough! As a solo traveller trying to arrange a safari on short notice, I reached out to several operators and Steve was the very first to reply. From that first message, his communication was incredibly warm, attentive and accommodating. He went out of his way to make sure I could join a trip on the dates I indicated, and his dedication to customer service is truly wonderful – he even called me once just to apologise for a slight delay in answering a message from the day before. To build trust, he makes the effort to come and meet you in person before the trip, which shows just how much he cares about his guests and their experiences. The safari itself was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Achi, was wonderful – very kind, jovial and competent. He made us feel completely safe with his excellent driving whilst simultaneously having an incredible eye for spotting wildlife; we saw so many amazing animals. Lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, endless gazelles, wildabeest, hippos, baboons, ostriches, cranes, my new favourites dik-diks and so many more! The lodges we stayed at were great throughout the trip. This was an absolute 10/10 experience from start to finish. I will 100% book with Steve again the next time I'm in Kenya, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari! Asante sana, Steve and Achi.
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Trip of a lifetime Steve is a pleasure to deal with, so professional and helpful, nothing was too much to ask of him. We enjoyed a 3 day safari at Taita hills and Tsavo east with Solomon. Solomon was a true professional, a skilled and safe driver, a knowledgable guide and always so patient. We cannot recommend Richard and Steve safaris more. It was an experience of a lifetime. Thank you so much, we will be back!

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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, and is a registered member of the Kenya Association of Tour Operators (KATO).

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.

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