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Private, Tailor-Made Journeys Across East Africa | Operating Since 2007
Private safaris designed around the inner rhythm of each traveler.
Shrike Safaris creates thoughtful, tailor-made journeys for travelers who value depth, care, and personal connection.
We don’t offer fixed packages.
We listen first — then design safaris that reflect who you are, how you travel, and what truly matters to you.
A Different Way to Plan a Safari
Most safari companies begin with itineraries.
We begin with people.
At Shrike Safaris, every journey starts with a conversation.
We take time to understand your interests, pace, expectations, and budget.
Then translate that understanding into a safari that feels natural, unhurried, and deeply personal.
This approach allows us to design experiences that consistently meet — and often exceed — expectations, whether a journey is high-end, mid-range, or somewhere in between.
Safaris Designed to Match Your Inner Rhythm
No two travelers move through Africa the same way.
That’s why no two Shrike safaris are ever alike.
Your journey may include:
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Private guides and vehicles
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Carefully selected lodges and camps
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Balanced pacing with space to rest and absorb
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Seamless logistics handled quietly in the background
Our goal is simple:
for everything to feel handled, calm, and exactly right.
Who We Work With
Shrike Safaris is best suited for travelers who:
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Value thoughtful planning over speed
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Enjoy meaningful conversations and shared ideas
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Are open to co-creating their journey
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Appreciate calm, professional guidance
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Care about how and where they travel
We work with couples, families, solo travelers, private groups, and first-time or repeat safari guests — as long as there is alignment and openness.
This selectivity allows us to offer a higher level of care and attention to every journey we design.
Journeys Shaped by Experience
— Not Templates
Every Shrike safari is built from the ground up.
We often recommend doing less — but better.
From airport arrival to the final day of your journey, details are handled thoughtfully so you can focus on being present.
Guests often tell us the experience feels effortless — not because it is simple, but because it is well designed.
“Mark asked us what we truly dreamed of experiencing — and then delivered thoughtful, top-notch service from beginning to end...
...standing atop the Land Rover, feeling the wind on my face and looking out over the Serengeti, I felt immensely blessed to have had this experience.”
— Recent Guest Review
Every Shrike Journey is a Conversation in Motion.
Christine & John Carney with Friends, UK
Seeking privacy and space.
Quiet camps. Slow mornings.
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Mia & Anna, Denmark
A carefully staged ascent prioritizing acclimatization and confidence.
Haylea and Ryan, US
Wild landscapes balanced with celebration and barefoot time by the sea.
Travel That Gives Back
— The 360° Impact Safari
Shrike Safaris believes meaningful travel should extend beyond the journey itself.
Our 360° Impact Safari supports orphans and vulnerable children in Tanzania, allowing guests to travel with intention while contributing to local communities respectfully and sustainably.
Chacha has been guiding with Shrike since our earliest days.
Beside him, his son Wambura — carrying the same calling forward.
Why Shrike Safaris Feels Different
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Founded in 2007 and locally based in East Africa
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Deep regional knowledge and long-standing relationships
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Calm, experienced guides — not seasonal hires
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Clear communication before, during, and after travel
For us, this level of care is normal.
For our guests, it often feels extraordinary.