Who We Are
About Stefran Tours & Safaris
Our Story
Born from a Love of the African Wild
Founded in Nairobi in 2010, Stefran Tours & Safaris grew from a simple vision: to share the raw, untamed beauty of East Africa with travellers who seek more than just a holiday. We believe a safari should transform you.
Over 15 years and 500+ safaris later, we remain a boutique, family-run operator. Every itinerary is hand-crafted by our lead guides — people who grew up alongside these wilderness areas and know the land like their own backyard.
We are proud to operate responsibly: partnering only with eco-certified lodges, minimising our environmental footprint, and contributing a portion of every booking to local wildlife conservation and community projects.
"Kenya Tourism Board
Licensed & Accredited Operator"
Our Values
The principles that guide every safari we run
Passion
Every team member lives and breathes the African wilderness.
Conservation
We give back to the ecosystems that make our work possible.
Community
We employ local guides and support Maasai and Tanzanian communities.
Excellence
We settle for nothing less than an extraordinary experience.
The People Behind Your Experience
Meet Our Expert Guides
Our guides aren't just drivers — they're naturalists, storytellers, and passionate conservationists who grew up alongside these wilderness areas.
James Omondi
Lead Safari Guide & Co-Founder
Favourite: Maasai Mara
Knows over 12 resident lion prides by name. Licensed Kenya Professional Safari Guide (Gold Level).
Amara Wanjiku
Head Guide – Tanzania Operations
Favourite: Serengeti
Specialist in tracking leopards and big cat behaviour. Certified TANAPA guide and wilderness first aider.
Peter Nzioka
Senior Guide – Kenya Specialist
Favourite: Amboseli
Expert bird guide (650+ species identified). Grew up near Amboseli and has an encyclopaedic knowledge of elephant family histories.
Grace Cheptoo
Guide & Conservation Officer
Favourite: Ngorongoro
First female guide at Stefran Tours. MSc in Conservation Biology from University of Nairobi. Passionate Maasai community advocate.
Every booking includes a dedicated guide assigned before your trip so you can learn about them in advance.
Book with One of Our GuidesYour Peace of Mind Matters
Book with Confidence
We believe complete transparency builds lasting trust. Here's exactly what backs your booking.
Kenya Tourism Board Licensed
Reg. No. KTB/OP/2010/0482. You can verify our licence directly on the Kenya Tourism Board website.
Eco-Certified Operator
Audited partner of the Eco-Tourism Society of Kenya (ESOK). We follow strict low-impact safari standards.
Secure Payments
All card payments processed via encrypted 256-bit SSL. We never store card details.
ATOL-Style Protection
Client funds held in a protected escrow account until 14 days after your safari begins.
Flexible Cancellation
Full refund available up to 60 days before departure. No questions asked.
24/7 In-Country Support
Dedicated emergency line active throughout your trip. Our team is always reachable.
Our Conservation Pledge
We donate 5% of every booking to the Mara Elephant Project and Serengeti Watch — two organisations working to protect the wildlife corridors your safari depends on. When you travel with Stefran, you help fund the future of East Africa's wilderness.