Beautifully told Jay! Very impactful! Gave me a sense of pride to be Kenyan! Amidst the noise, hustle and bustle in Nairobi - sometimes we forget how peace and quiet is just a short distance away!
Wow! This was one of the best Kenyan Safari Vlogs i have watched thus far, this said by a Kenyan who watches several safari videos on a daily basis. It was the narration, the good quality camera, the music and pretty much everything about it. Absolutely loved it!
@@Jmendapara i forgot to mention that of all the videos I have watched I have never seen the level of interaction with the locals as the one you did with Mathias at the staff canteen.That was awesome and kind of you to sit down and just talk with him. I am sure he will never forget you because it’s a very rare occurrence.
@@ranen666 Honestly, that was one my favorite parts! I love being able to talk to locals because they are such a great source of information about the place you are visiting and its culture. I'll make sure to continue doing that, thanks for pointing it out and for subscribing!
I went a Tourism college and worked in the industry from five years before moving to California. During that time I was able to visit most of the national parks and game reserves in kenya and in all those visits, hanging out at the staff Canteen would be our second main highlight after the game drives 🤣. Your itinerary was interesting-Masai mara and Aberdare. How did you choose it. Was it random ?
@@Jmendapara you are most welcome.. Have you noticed that all your viewers are from Kenya? Amazing content.. I have never been in ol pajeta and through you i got to visit there.. It's everyman wish to visit different countries but our pockets can't allow us.. Merry Christmas 🤶 and happy new year in advance
@@Jmendapara funny I woke up singing the "Tausi ndege wangu" and while singing I saw your reply. I haven't sang or heard this song for decades until I heard Wambua sing it. Thanks for documenting such wonderful moments
Hey Romika, thanks so much for taking the time to watch the video! I use a Nikon D5500 with 55-200mm and 18-55mm kit lens. I also have a 35mm 1.8 that I brought with me!
Beautiful video. Great photography and music. Did you see many "free" rhinos at Ol Pejeta? It should be a lot there, but did not see them in your video, apart from the 2 last white rhinos in their enclosure. What do you thing about the night safari in Ol Pejeta? We were at the Mara, Amboseli and Lake Naivasha last december (it was great). Coming back to explore Ol Pejeta, Aberdare, Samburu and Nairobi National Park in April. Thank you!
Hey! Thanks a lot for watching the video. I’m glad you liked it! We did see a lot of free rhinos at Ol Pejeta actually. They had a lot of them in that area. The night safari was definitely really cool. You would think that you wouldn’t see much at night but I was really surprised by how many animals were awake and roaming around at night so that was a cool experience. I probably wouldn’t go more than once if I had to pay for it each time, but definitely worth going at least once to experience it. Amboseli and lake naivasha sound really cool! Hope to go there one day too. Hope you have a lot of fun when you head back there :) thanks for reaching out!
Jay you did fantastic vlogging in Kenya 🇰🇪. I like the style of your content delivery and explanations which make it very relatable to viewers. Enjoy your time in Kenya 🇰🇪, a very fascinating country of contrasts found in East Africa 🌍. Karibu tena/Welcome back again. 💯.
Hey, thanks so much, I really appreciate you taking the time to watch it and write about it! I will definitely be visiting again! I have a couple more of these types of videos coming out soon so please consider subscribing if you want to see more :) Thanks again! Would love to visit East Africa in the future!
Wonderful video. I really enjoyed it. I’m heading to Ol Pejeta and Masai Mara next month. May I ask what equipment you used to record the video? Best regards from Seattle.
Thanks so much for watching! Hope you enjoy your trip! I used an iPhone actually. iPhone 14 Pro and I also used a Nikon D5500 for some of the wildlife shots. I use the A7cii on my newer videos though for better quality :)
Hey Jay, awesome your video is great I like it, by the way, I've been there since 1988 for 3 years it's been a long time, I love this country so much, Now I live in a country that is no less beautiful than Kenya, after watching this video, it is certain that one day I will return to visit my favorite Kenya, Mimi kunapenda mazingira na watu wa huko ... asante sana.
very impressive narrative, Jay. Were you happy with the services of lodges and the tour operators I wish you can give me their names, including George in Nairobi
Thanks Bebe! The service at all the places we stayed was incredible. We actually booked a tour with Mario Tours (bookings@mariotours.com; info@mariotours.com) and they did all the bookings for us. To be more specific, we stayed at the Ark Lodge in Aberdare, Sweetwaters Serena Camp in Ol Pejeta, and Mara Serena in the Mara. Please let me know if you have any specific questions!
Hey! We booked a tour with Mario Tours (bookings@mariotours.com). You basically tell them what you want to see and they try their best to make an itinerary around your interests.
The thumbnail isn't doing it for me. Africa is a continet with 54 countries. Would be better if Kenya was included in the thumbnail. Otherwise lovely video.
Great video! Just curious to know if you saw giraffes and zebras at the Masai Mara? And also, could you please tell the name of the lodge where you stayed at the Mara? And the name of the driving company please. I’m starting to plan a trip there. Thanks
Hey Carolina! Glad you liked the video! We went with a company called Mario tours. The lodge was called Mara Serena Safari Lodge. And yes we saw every animal you can think of in the Mara LOL. I wouldn’t worry about seeing animals lol that definitely won’t be a problem. Hope you have a lot of fun there!
Hey Joshie, in my opinion, it was a great way to explore Kenya because it gave a better idea of the diverse landscapes. Aberdare was really cool because it was in a jungle and then the Mara was the complete opposite. Ol Pejeta was really cool because it had a huge rhino population including the last two northern white rhinos. And the views of Mount Kenya were really beautiful. Each place was actually pretty different from each other, but I would have to agree with you that the Mara was definitely my favorite part of the trip!
Hey I went from USA and it was not required for me to get it at the time. Some of my friends got it and others didn't. I am not sure if they changed the rules since then.
No problem Anthony! I have a few more videos coming out soon so if you like the content and want to see more, please consider subscribing :) @@anthonym8181
No one is talking about the background music it's so amazing loved it soft and relaxing
Hahaha thanks so much! I really appreciate it :)
Beautifully told Jay! Very impactful! Gave me a sense of pride to be Kenyan! Amidst the noise, hustle and bustle in Nairobi - sometimes we forget how peace and quiet is just a short distance away!
Thanks so much for the kind words Betty! So true! It's such a great place to forget about the rest of the world and see the true beauty of nature!
Your storytelling is top tier...Glad you enjoyed your time in Kenya 🇰🇪
Thanks Rahab! Glad you enjoyed it! had a wonderful time in Kenya, would love to come again.
Very true. 💯.
The guy who is playing guitar is amazing ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Welcome to Kenya once again 🙏🙏🙏
The choice of the song in the background ❤️❤️❤️ Franco kill it 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪 some chama choma for this guy
The music maan❤️❤️
What a fascinating way to describe things ❤
Thanks so much!
Wow! This was one of the best Kenyan Safari Vlogs i have watched thus far, this said by a Kenyan who watches several safari videos on a daily basis. It was the narration, the good quality camera, the music and pretty much everything about it. Absolutely loved it!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm really glad you enjoyed it :)
@@Jmendapara i forgot to mention that of all the videos I have watched I have never seen the level of interaction with the locals as the one you did with Mathias at the staff canteen.That was awesome and kind of you to sit down and just talk with him. I am sure he will never forget you because it’s a very rare occurrence.
@@ranen666 Honestly, that was one my favorite parts! I love being able to talk to locals because they are such a great source of information about the place you are visiting and its culture. I'll make sure to continue doing that, thanks for pointing it out and for subscribing!
I went a Tourism college and worked in the industry from five years before moving to California. During that time I was able to visit most of the national parks and game reserves in kenya and in all those visits, hanging out at the staff Canteen would be our second main highlight after the game drives 🤣.
Your itinerary was interesting-Masai mara and Aberdare. How did you choose it. Was it random ?
@@ranen666 My friend actually lives in Nairobi so he knew the "best" places to go and made the itinerary.
Loved this!! The coriolis effect demonstration was amazing!!!
you impress me more and more with every video, speechless to say the least!!
Amazing! Wambua🔥🔥
Wambua was the best :)
I LOVE Kenya i was there even et the Equator thnx for the nice video i miss Africa
Thank you!! Yea such a beautiful country!
Great playlist!!
Thanks Charles!
loved all music
This is so motivating for me to reach my safari dreams thanks.
That’s awesome! I hope you get to go one day! Let me know if you have any questions
The music 😭😭❤️❤️
Great video...and I love your taste in music🤙👌
Thanks a lot Moses!
Nice video Jay and background music is great
Thanks a lot B, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Nicely done! Thank you! Beautiful images, locations, music, and connections.
Thanks James! Really glad you enjoyed the video :)
Great video🙌🏾
I love the music also. You're such a vibe.. You made me smile. Feel free to come to our beautiful country
That's so awesome thanks so much :) you're comment made me smile too lol I would love to come to Kenya again!
@@Jmendapara you are most welcome.. Have you noticed that all your viewers are from Kenya? Amazing content.. I have never been in ol pajeta and through you i got to visit there.. It's everyman wish to visit different countries but our pockets can't allow us.. Merry Christmas 🤶 and happy new year in advance
Amazing
so so cool!!! amazing storytelling and super well captured moments :) looking forward to the next video!
Beautiful vlog. Familiar with all those places 🇰🇪
I felt like I was there, loved every second!
I love my country kenya
Well done video!! The music was the highlight of the video!! Amaziiiiing! New subbie
Thanks so much for the support :)
Wow!! As a Kenyan, I must say I loved every bit of this video. Good job man and we look forward to many of these.. I just subscribed.
Thank you so much!! I really appreciate your support :)
Beautiful. I love the music also🥰
The songs Wambua sang were amazing!
@@Jmendapara funny I woke up singing the "Tausi ndege wangu" and while singing I saw your reply. I haven't sang or heard this song for decades until I heard Wambua sing it. Thanks for documenting such wonderful moments
@@MwendeSchwinn That's so awesome! I actually did not know the song's name I'm so glad you told me haha! What a great song!
Welcome Kenya The place of great adventure
Thanks so much it was wonderful!
Beautiful. So beautiful. We really need more of this, perspectives of our world projected by a new transnational generation. So refreshing.
Thanks so much for the kind words! Very glad you enjoyed the video :)
enjoyed your beautiful journey, thanks for sharing. will b there early next yr.
Great to hear! You'll have an amazing time. Let me know how it goes!
Nice and welcome, I have been in Africa for 12,755 days
Just a little bit more than how long I went
Wageni wakaribishwa Kenya yetu, hakuna matata!
I enjoyed traveling vicariously through your vlog. Thank you. Ahsante.
Thanks so much! Ahsanta!
Absolutely ❤Epic
Thanks Willy!
Your choice of music 👌
Beautiful narration and you've captured the true essence of Kenya.
Thank you for making me fall in love with my country ❤️
Great to hear, thanks so much!
awesome
This is a fantasic work you have done here. Well done.
Thank you so much!
Love this!! Makes me want to visit Africa now😍
Come and i will host you.. I will guide you to nice places
I love your choice of music..the editing and camera work is top notch
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind words!
wow!
Really amazing video👍🏼. Can’t wait to see this beautifull country in august❤. Best regards from Slovenia🫶🏼
Thanks Simona! It's amazing you're gonna love it!
Fabulous! Can’t wait for my visit to Kenya.
I'm sure you'll remember it forever!
🍃🍃🍃 naona kanashika
Great video. Your storytelling skills topnotch. Kenya 🇰🇪 is a beautiful place.
thanks so much! glad you enjoyed the video!
Wow❤️I love it👍
Thank you so much!
Having seen it all during my 6 years stay in Kenya, it leaves me nostalgic. BTW- BGM is 🔥bro!
Hey Thakur! Thanks so much for taking the time to watch the video! I'm really glad it felt nostalgic for you :)
Love this episode!
Thank you!!
Awesome
Thanks Faith!
Kenya my country 🇰🇪.
Welcome one, Welcome all 💙
Sending love from my channel ❤
It was an amazing trip :) Will definitely come again!
I loved your video, your narration was poetic and beautifully put together 👌🏽 what kind of camera did you use for the white bordered pictures?
Hey Romika, thanks so much for taking the time to watch the video! I use a Nikon D5500 with 55-200mm and 18-55mm kit lens. I also have a 35mm 1.8 that I brought with me!
Beautiful video. Great photography and music.
Did you see many "free" rhinos at Ol Pejeta? It should be a lot there, but did not see them in your video, apart from the 2 last white rhinos in their enclosure.
What do you thing about the night safari in Ol Pejeta?
We were at the Mara, Amboseli and Lake Naivasha last december (it was great). Coming back to explore Ol Pejeta, Aberdare, Samburu and Nairobi National Park in April.
Thank you!
Hey! Thanks a lot for watching the video. I’m glad you liked it! We did see a lot of free rhinos at Ol Pejeta actually. They had a lot of them in that area. The night safari was definitely really cool. You would think that you wouldn’t see much at night but I was really surprised by how many animals were awake and roaming around at night so that was a cool experience. I probably wouldn’t go more than once if I had to pay for it each time, but definitely worth going at least once to experience it. Amboseli and lake naivasha sound really cool! Hope to go there one day too. Hope you have a lot of fun when you head back there :) thanks for reaching out!
Nice video
Thanks so much!
254🇰🇪 beautiful place
Loved this Jay...all the best mate
Thanks Brian! Hope to have more content out soon :)
Jay you did fantastic vlogging in Kenya 🇰🇪. I like the style of your content delivery and explanations which make it very relatable to viewers. Enjoy your time in Kenya 🇰🇪, a very fascinating country of contrasts found in East Africa 🌍. Karibu tena/Welcome back again. 💯.
Hey, thanks so much, I really appreciate you taking the time to watch it and write about it! I will definitely be visiting again! I have a couple more of these types of videos coming out soon so please consider subscribing if you want to see more :) Thanks again! Would love to visit East Africa in the future!
Karibu kenya bro 🇰🇪
Wonderful video. I really enjoyed it. I’m heading to Ol Pejeta and Masai Mara next month. May I ask what equipment you used to record the video? Best regards from Seattle.
Thanks so much for watching! Hope you enjoy your trip! I used an iPhone actually. iPhone 14 Pro and I also used a Nikon D5500 for some of the wildlife shots. I use the A7cii on my newer videos though for better quality :)
Good work
Thanks Ben!
Nice Content Jay ! Hopping for more to come .
Thanks so much :) I will definitely be posting more thanks for the support!
@@Jmendapara :)
I love this,you have my sub💯💯
Awesome! Thanks so much :)
Song from 4:30 - Yote Yote - Winyo & Nina Ogot 🔥❤
Great narration Jay👏
Thanks so much Dominic!
Hey Jay, awesome your video is great I like it, by the way, I've been there since 1988 for 3 years it's been a long time, I love this country so much, Now I live in a country that is no less beautiful than Kenya, after watching this video, it is certain that one day I will return to visit my favorite Kenya, Mimi kunapenda mazingira na watu wa huko ... asante sana.
Great video. I'm sure Sri lankans would feel a bit uneasy if bangladeshi music was played about their country.
Good job
Thanks so much!
You remind me of Kumar🤣..Welcome to Kenya
That is not Magic, that is science.
very impressive narrative, Jay. Were you happy with the services of lodges and the tour operators I wish you can give me their names, including George in Nairobi
Thanks Bebe! The service at all the places we stayed was incredible. We actually booked a tour with Mario Tours (bookings@mariotours.com; info@mariotours.com) and they did all the bookings for us. To be more specific, we stayed at the Ark Lodge in Aberdare, Sweetwaters Serena Camp in Ol Pejeta, and Mara Serena in the Mara. Please let me know if you have any specific questions!
Which swahili song is that playing between 4:39 to 5:.. minute mark?
Hey Nicholas, all of the songs I used in the video are in the description!
Hi Jay...wonderfully made video...enjoyed thoroughly watching it....was it a tour planner guided places you visited...if yes...who are they...
Hey! We booked a tour with Mario Tours (bookings@mariotours.com). You basically tell them what you want to see and they try their best to make an itinerary around your interests.
@@Jmendapara Thanks Jay
The thumbnail isn't doing it for me. Africa is a continet with 54 countries. Would be better if Kenya was included in the thumbnail. Otherwise lovely video.
Quality video by the way which camera you use brother
Thanks Gautam! I used an iPhone 12 for the majority of the video and the pictures were taken on a Nikon D5500.
Great video! Just curious to know if you saw giraffes and zebras at the Masai Mara? And also, could you please tell the name of the lodge where you stayed at the Mara? And the name of the driving company please. I’m starting to plan a trip there. Thanks
Hey Carolina! Glad you liked the video! We went with a company called Mario tours. The lodge was called Mara Serena Safari Lodge. And yes we saw every animal you can think of in the Mara LOL. I wouldn’t worry about seeing animals lol that definitely won’t be a problem. Hope you have a lot of fun there!
I really appreciate the information. Thank you!
No one I've watched has told the Kenyan safari experience better
Thanks so much Jim, that means a lot!
Does it make sense to go to all the diff parks if Ure doing a Mara safari
Hey Joshie, in my opinion, it was a great way to explore Kenya because it gave a better idea of the diverse landscapes. Aberdare was really cool because it was in a jungle and then the Mara was the complete opposite. Ol Pejeta was really cool because it had a huge rhino population including the last two northern white rhinos. And the views of Mount Kenya were really beautiful. Each place was actually pretty different from each other, but I would have to agree with you that the Mara was definitely my favorite part of the trip!
Hey man I have 1 question we are coming next month to Kenya so wanted to know that is yellow fever vaccine required for international tourist now ?
Hey I went from USA and it was not required for me to get it at the time. Some of my friends got it and others didn't. I am not sure if they changed the rules since then.
It's Nyandarua National Park
The singer - Wambua, does he have a social media page?
I'm not sure :( I tried to reach out to him through our driver, but it's hard for me to get in touch with him
@@Jmendapara thank you for trying. I really enjoyed this video!
No problem Anthony! I have a few more videos coming out soon so if you like the content and want to see more, please consider subscribing :) @@anthonym8181
I’m on board! Will be on the lookout for new videos.
Where did you stay in the maasai mara?
We stayed at the Mara Serena!