5 reasons why a riding safari with Safaris Unlimited is unique
Since 1971, when Safaris Unlimited was first established by my father, Tony Church, our vision has been to create the most incredible wildlife safarexperiences on horseback.
Here are 5 reasons why Safaris Unlimited remains truly unique:
1. Our History
Over 50 years of experience and a connection to the land that we call home.
It was my father who first had the notion of running horse riding safaris as a commercial venture. Having grown up in the Kenyan bush, he realised that the greatest way to experience Africa’s stunning wilderness was on horseback. However, as with many innovative and ground-breaking ideas, he was met with much criticism that it would be far too dangerous. Looking back now, how right he was to persist with such determination and tenacity.
2. It’s A Family Affair
A legacy family-owned and family-operated business.
At Safaris Unlimited we are a family-owned, family-managed and family-operated business. Each ride is special to us as we continue to focus on hosting intimate safaris, guided by both Felicia and myself.
Indeed, every safari that we organise is unique and is a far cry from corporate opulence, where – more often than not – a client is but a number. While experiencing the great Kenyan wilderness on horseback and camping under the stars in our luxury mobile canvas tents, we often forge great friendships with our guests and many remain friends to this day.
3. Our Team Ethos
A wonderful team with great camaraderie and a commitment to providing excellence.
Our safaris are only made possible with the help of our remarkable crew. From professional guides to chefs, grooms, waiters, tent stewards and porters, our dedicated, experienced and highly skilled safari team make these safaris what they are.
Many of our team have been with us for well over a decade or two, and some are second generation employees. Felicia and I very much view the team as part of our extended family. Every member of the crew takes immense pride in their work, and their warm and welcoming spirits make all of our guests feel instantly at home.
4 . Our Horses
Our wonderful equine partners are the real super-heroes of our show.
Our stable is home to over 25 safari horses – a mixture of Percheron-Boerperd, Friesian-Boerperd, Arab-French-Somali crossbreds, Appaloosas, Warmbloods and Thoroughbreds. The majority of these horses have been bred and raised at home on our wildlife conservancy in central Kenya.
Living at close quarters with wild animals, our horses are comfortable riding among big game. Under the professional guidance of Felicia and her team of grooms, each horse is very much loved and carefully schooled for the sole purpose of carrying our guests safely through the Kenyan bush.
5. Our Guests
Travelling from around the world, our guests have one thing in common: their desire to ride with mother nature in all her glory and authenticity.
Our guests hail from a range of countries, continents and backgrounds, but no matter where they’re from, each individual seeks the exhilaration and freedom of riding across the great plains of Africa. We take great pleasure in hosting all of our guests, who delight in the authentic, laid-back ambiance; enjoying dinners under the stars and sleeping in our mobile canvas tents.
All of our private safaris are bespoke, so please do get in touch to discuss how we can curate your perfect African safari.