Why Africa House?

To those who don’t know it intimately, East Africa can seem as mysterious as it is beautiful – so choosing the right people to plan and guide your journey is essential. At Africa House Safaris we’ve been doing just that for our valued guests for over ten years. Our small, dedicated team of travel experts is led by Kenyan David Sugden, whose deep love and knowledge of East Africa – and his decades of experience in the safari business – promise guests a safari driven by exceptional passion and insight.

The Africa House team personally check out accommodation to ensure that we use only the best. We know East Africa’s greatest attractions – and its hidden gems – allowing us to match guests’ desires with the perfect locations and activities.

In a destination where so many variables determine the quality of your experience, your guides play a central role. The best guides should navigate you through your safari itinerary smoothly, making the logistics and arrangements run seamlessly – leaving you to enjoy a blissful break without the practical concerns. They also draw on their passion and knowledge to help bring the magic of Africa alive for you. With Africa House, you’re in safe hands – the quality of our guiding is renowned, and is a reason so many guests return to us time and time again.

We ensure that every single guest gets the impeccable service that our reputation demands. In short, when it comes to designing and guiding bespoke safari experiences in East Africa, you can’t do better than Africa House.

If you have any questions and are interested in a safari, don’t hesitate to reach out to us, and we can gladly provide more information. Contact us at info@africahousesafaris.com

We are listed as an East Africa safari specialist with Safari Bookings www.safaribookings.com

 

Setting off on a game drive

Meet the team

David Sugden

Owner & Director

David (or ‘Suggy’), who was raised on a ranch in the shadows of Mount Kenya, is a former East Africa Marketing Director for renowned safari outfitters Abercrombie & Kent. With over 35 years’ experience in the business, he offers unrivalled local expertise and loves sharing his passion for his African homeland when he guides guests on safari.

Karen Sugden

Owner & Director

Karen designs individual tailor-made itineraries for each group of guests welcomed by Africa House. With a first-hand insight of the stunning travel destinations the region has to offer, plus excellent relationships with local accommodation owners, Karen crafts the perfect safari experience to give everyone an unforgettable African adventure.

Peter Cardovillis

Director & Guide

Pete is a certified Kenya Professional Safari Guide with over 25 years guiding for Abercrombie & Kent and Africa House. Pete’s unparalleled passion for wildlife, his knowledge of astronomy, and his desire for guests to explore some of the many hidden gems of Kenya, make an experience with him an authentic and memorable one.

Tricia Cardovillis

Director & Operations

After a career in education and senior management, Tricia switched professions to join Africa House in 2006. As well as working for Africa House in operations, Tricia runs a private bush camp in southern Kenya alongside her partner Pete. She has travelled extensively throughout East Africa and is passionate about wildlife, community and conservation.

Christos Cardovillis

Head of Marketing

Born in Kenya, Christos is passionate about safari. In 2019 he spent eight months exploring Africa, driving overland from London to Cape Town, then up to Nairobi. Before this, he spent 10 years working in London for some of the world’s best advertising agencies. Now back in Kenya, Christos is combining his marketing experience and passion for travel. Email him for enquiries about Africa House and the destinations we offer at christos@africahousesafaris.com.

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