About
Why Travel with Us?
At Safari Spirit, we don’t just take you on safari - we immerse you in the Africa we know and love. Our passion for this continent runs deep, shaped by a lifetime of experience exploring its landscapes, cultures, and wildlife.
When you travel with us, you’re not just booking a safari - you’re embarking on a journey led by people who have lived and breathed Africa’s wild beauty for decades.
Your safari starts here
Guided by Conservationists,
Not Just Tour Guides
Your safari will be led by Kenya’s top wildlife guides, professionals with over 20 years of experience tracking the Big Five, identifying rare bird species, and ensuring incredible wildlife encounters. Many of our guides aren’t just safari experts - they are former conservationists, bird researchers, and fellow volunteers at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where we worked hands-on in wildlife protection. This means you won’t just see wildlife - you’ll truly understand it.
Safaris Designed by a True Adventurer
We know safari is about adventure. Our founder has sought out some of Africa’s wildest experiences firsthand. This means we know what makes a safari truly thrilling, seamless, and rewarding. From the best hidden camps to the perfect sundowner spots, we craft safaris that balance excitement with comfort, ensuring every moment is unforgettable.
Let us take you to the heart of Africa
Travel That Makes a Difference
Every safari contributes 1% of the cost to conservation and community initiatives, ensuring that the wildlife, landscapes, and cultures we cherish continue to thrive. When you travel with us, you’re not just experiencing Africa’s wonders - you’re helping to preserve them for future generations.
Dylan Cashion
FOUNDER
Unlike many tour operators, Dylan’s roots in Africa go beyond tourism. As the child of an A.I.D. worker, she grew up across the continent, living in multiple countries, and spent years traveling extensively through Kenya’s game parks and remote wilderness areas.
Dylan’s expertise comes from hands-on experience. She volunteered at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where she educated visitors on elephant poaching, the threats facing Africa’s wildlife, and the delicate process of rehabilitating and reintroducing orphaned elephants into the wild.
Beyond this, she has been actively involved in conservation projects, birdwatching organizations, annual wildlife and bird censuses, and natural history courses at the Nairobi National Museum. Her lifelong passion for Africa’s wildlife has been shaped by years on safari, tracking animals across Kenya’s national parks and reserves.
In addition, Dylan has pursued adventure across the continent. She has summited the highest peak in North Africa - Mount Toubkal - twice, camped in lion country, and trekked through the dense Rwandan jungle to witness wild mountain gorillas up close. These experiences have strengthened her appreciation for Africa’s raw beauty and the importance of responsible travel.
Dylan’s understanding of Africa goes beyond its landscapes - she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Africana Studies, which has deepened her knowledge of the continent’s history, cultures, languages, resources, and geopolitical conflicts. This well-rounded perspective enriches every safari she curates, ensuring that each journey is not just an adventure, but an immersive and meaningful experience.
Meet the Guides
Our expert guides are passionate naturalists, skilled trackers, and storytellers who bring Africa’s wilderness to life. With deep knowledge of Kenya and Tanzania’s landscapes and wildlife, they ensure every safari is an unforgettable adventure. Meet the team that will make your journey extraordinary!
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With an unbeatable eye for detail and an appreciation for all that nature has to offer, Chege is passionate about sharing East Africa’s wildlife and natural history with clients. He loves showing visitors everything, from the smallest insects to the largest African mammals which Africa is famous for. His enthusiasm and smile are infectious, and his love for what he does is evident to anyone lucky enough to have him as their guide.As a native of Kenya, Chege’s extensive professional experience includes guiding at the National Museum of Kenya, working as a field ornithologist and lecturer for Nature Kenya, and taking hundreds of clients on safaris all over East Africa.
Although he is a wildlife and natural history expert, Chege’s main passion lies with the fascinating world of birds. His bird list in Kenya alone has surpassed 975 species, and he enjoys searching for those rare ‘lifers’ to add to his growing list. Chege is also an avid wildlife photographer and conservation educator.
He can’t wait to meet you!
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During every wildlife and nature tour, Alex will demonstrate his decades of knowledge and experience with East Africa’s natural world. However, Alex is passionate about also connecting visitors to the authentic culture and people who are at the heart of the region. He believes that in order for visitors to fully experience East Africa, they must get to know the incredible, diverse people who call this region home.Alex has worked as a guide at the National Museum in Kenya, held a membership with Nature Kenya, been actively involved with conservation organizations, and also guided for other safari companies.
He was born in Kenya, but after working for years in wildlife conservation and tourism, Alex left to pursue higher education in the United States, eventually completing an M.A. in Political Science. However, his true heart still lies in guiding clients and showing them all the treasures of East Africa.