Sample reviews

Fantastic birding day trips from Nairobi (May 2026)

I would highly recommend Cisticola Tours! Our guide Jackson was very knowledgeable and expertly guided us on three day trips from Nairobi where we saw about 200 bird species

Reviewed by Kim from USA.

Highly recommend for bird enthusiasts (March 2026)

John was an incredibly skilled birding guide; reliable, professional, easy to get along with; very patient with us and a natural teacher.

Reviewed by Marcus from USA.

Amazing experience (February 2026)

I had a lovely time with this team! Washington was very responsive and professional during the booking process.

Reviewed by Iman from USA.

The best activity in Nairobi (October 2025)

We are so happy we found Cisticola! Washington made the international booking seamless, he was so responsive and professional throughout the booking process. We were quoted great rates which included park fees.

Reviewed by Richard from USA.

Birding Tour Uganda (July 2025)

All in all we have seen 532 bird species and what is more important for us all target species and unforgettable mammal encounters (Gorillas, lions with cubs and so on). We enjoyed birding with our guides Brian and William – both were excellent guides.

Reviewed by Otto & Renate from Austria.

Highlights of Kenya (May 2025)

My wife and I have just returned from a wonderful trip to Kenya. Much booking was done by our agent, but the birding/sightseeing bookings were made through Cisticola Tours. Manager, Washington, was very helpful, and a ten day tour was agreed upon.

Reviewed by Roger McGlashan, Melbourne.

The best birding guides in East Africa (October 2024)

There are too many good things to say about Cisticola Birding Tours. I want to commend the team on the excellent service provided. I want to commend John (my guide for the day) in particular for his his birding skill and experience,

Reviewed by Quinn S., USA.

Excellent birding at Mt Kenya (September 2024)

I went on a birding tour to Mt Kenya Forest with Jack as my guide. He was an excellent spotter and described the birds that we saw and heard.

Reviewed by Mark S., USA.

HIGHLY recommended – Incredible experience: superb tour, smooth logistics, excellent guides, brilliant communication (June 2024)

Cisticola Tours arranged for me to visit Nairobi National Park at short notice.

Reviewed by @37ralpha, India.