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Private, Tailor-Made Journeys Across East Africa | Operating Since 2007
Booking With Confidence
Travel With Calm, Clarity, and Trusted Guidance
Planning a safari is exciting — and it’s natural to want to feel confident about who you’re working with.
At Shrike Safaris, we believe confidence comes from clear communication, thoughtful planning, and consistent care.
From your first conversation to your return home, our role is to make sure everything feels handled, calm, and exactly right.
A Thoughtful, Transparent Planning Process
We don’t use fixed packages or one-size-fits-all itineraries.
Every journey is designed through a personal planning process:
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Begin with a conversation
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Understand your interests, pace, priorities, and budget
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Offer honest guidance and options
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Refine the journey together
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Confirm when everything feels aligned
You will always know what is included, what is optional, and why each recommendation is being made.
No surprises.
No pressure.
Clear Pricing & Inclusions
Once your itinerary is designed, you will receive a detailed proposal outlining:
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Lodges and camps
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Activities and experiences
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Private guiding and transport
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Park fees and permits
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Meals and transfers
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What is included and what is not
We take time to walk through this with you and answer any questions.
Our pricing reflects the level of care, reliability, and personal attention we provide — not volume or shortcuts.
Secure & Simple Payments
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A 30% deposit confirms your booking.
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The deposit is non-refundable.
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The remaining balance is due prior to travel, as specified in your confirmation.
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Payments are made via bank transfer or credit/ debit cards.
The Shrike Journey Credit
We understand that plans can change.
If a confirmed journey is cancelled:
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The 30% deposit remains non-refundable.
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Any amount paid above the 30% deposit is converted into a Shrike Journey Credit.
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The credit may be applied toward a future Shrike Safaris journey within 36 months (3 years) of the original departure date.
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The credit is valid for the original traveler or may be transferred once to friends or immediate family.
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The credit has no cash value and is not redeemable for a refund.
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New journeys are subject to availability and prevailing rates at the time of rebooking.
This reflects our commitment to long-term relationships while honoring the design work and supplier commitments already in place.
Honest Guidance, Not Sales Pressure
Our role is to guide you toward a journey that fits you.
If something isn’t the right match, we will say so.
If we believe an adjustment will improve your experience, we will recommend it.
We measure success by how well your journey fits, not by how quickly you book.
Experienced, Locally Based Team
Shrike Safaris was founded in 2007 and is locally based in East Africa.
We live and work in the regions we design for and maintain long-standing relationships with:
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Guides
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Lodge teams
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Drivers
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Conservation partners
This local presence allows us to respond quickly, adapt when needed, and handle details quietly behind the scenes.
On-the-Ground Support
Before arrival, you will receive:
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Final itinerary
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Emergency contacts
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Packing guidance
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Practical travel information
During your journey, our team remains available should anything arise.
You are never navigating your safari alone.
Flexible & Fair Terms
We understand that travel plans can change.
Our booking terms, cancellation policies, and any applicable lodge policies are provided clearly in writing before confirmation.
We always aim to be fair, transparent, and reasonable.
Guest Experiences Speak for Themselves
Many of our guests come to us through referrals and repeat travel.
They often tell us they felt:
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Comfortable before arriving
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Well cared for throughout the journey
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Confident in the team handling their safari
This trust is something we earn with every journey.