A Journey of Passion and Expertise
In 2004, Kelvin began his journey in the Travel & Tour industry with a strong focus on Wildlife Management and Environmental Conservation. Since 2008, he has been leading and directing tours to key destinations for various tour operators in East Africa—a skill he has honed and nurtured over the years. With over eight years of field experience, Kelvin is the perfect mastermind in planning, organizing, guiding, and leading the ultimate, unique, and exclusive safari for you.
Kelvin has seamlessly integrated his travel and tour expertise with his career in conservation and wildlife management. His experience includes working with esteemed conservation NGOs such as Kasigau Wildlife Trust, African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (K) Ltd. (Giraffe Centre), the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Youth for Conservation, and Eka Hotel.
His extreme passion for nature and wildlife photography, combined with his interest in animal behavior, ornithology, birdwatching, and a fascination with diverse cultures, gives him a unique perspective. Kelvin's keen eye for unique exclusivity is something he is eager to share with you as you explore Kenya and Africa.
Kelvin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Management from Moi University and a Fundamentals of Ornithology certification. He now manages Absolute Vantage Limited, bringing his wealth of knowledge and passion to create unforgettable experiences for travelers.
Trademarked by unparalleled expertise, precision timing, and seamless execution, Absolute Vantage LLC invites you to experience the very best Africa has to offer. We specialize in crafting bespoke luxury safari experiences through our formidable travel consultancy, ensuring every journey is extraordinary. In addition to luxury travel, AVL extends its expertise to corporate travel management and event planning for prestigious companies and organizations.
We pride ourselves on delivering top-notch, personalized services, guided by practical and honest consultation tailored to your travel needs. Join us as we continue to Experience Africa’s Perfection.
Absolute Vantage Terms and Conditions
Booking Fee:
Due to the nature of African safaris, a non-refundable booking fee of 30% is required to confirm and secure your reservation. Please note that we standardize cancellation terms and conditions for accommodations and flights. We strongly advise guests to obtain cancellation insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances, such as personal health or family matters, that may affect your ability to travel.
Payments:
Final payment is due 90 days before your safari departure date. Payment can be made via bank wire transfer to our account. We will provide you with our bank details along with your invoice once you have confirmed your safari reservation.
Credit Card and Online Payments:
If you wish to pay online via credit card or PayPal, please notify us in advance, and we will provide instructions. Please note that all online/credit card payments will incur an additional 3.5% handling and processing fee.
Cancellation Policy:
- If you cancel 90 days or more before departure, the non-refundable booking fee applies.
- If you cancel 60 to 31 days before departure, you will receive a 40% refund of your trip cost.
- If you cancel 30 days or less before departure, 100% cancellation fees apply.
Please be aware that your itinerary and costs may be subject to change due to exceptional cost increases in accommodation, airline tariffs, or extreme currency fluctuations. Your host reserves the right to make necessary changes to the itinerary to ensure optimal conditions during your safari.
Risk & Insurance:
While participating in Absolute Vantage travel arrangements, certain unavoidable risks and dangers may occur, including but not limited to accidents, illness, wildlife encounters, travel by air, automobile, or other modes of transport, and natural forces.
You will be in remote, rugged wilderness terrain, often far from medical facilities, and participating in activities that carry inherent risks. Absolute Vantage LLC and its safari operators do not accept responsibility or liability for any injury, loss, or damage to persons or property from any cause whatsoever.
Neither Absolute Vantage LLC nor its operators are responsible for delays caused by strikes, weather conditions, or other circumstances beyond our control. If a destination is deemed unsafe, we will offer options to reschedule, relocate, or refund your trip. Operators reserve the right to modify the itinerary if field conditions, such as weather, are not optimal.
All travelers participate at their own risk and must provide their own travel health and accident insurance coverage for the duration of the safari.
