Shian Tours & Travel LTD

What Shian Tours & Travel LTD does

Shian Tours & Travel LTD, doing business as Shian Safaris, is a privately held, direct-to-consumer travel agency headquartered at Timau Plaza, Yaya Centre, Nairobi, Kenya. The company designs and sells curated multi-day safari and tour packages across East Africa — Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda — and has extended its product line into international leisure destinations including Dubai, Thailand, Egypt, Malaysia, and the Caribbean. Its portfolio spans day trips (e.g., $20 half-day Nairobi National Park excursions), short safaris ($180–$1,550), longer multi-country circuits ($3,130–$5,960), and extended safari-and-beach combinations ($6,958 over 12 days), with pricing transparently displayed in both USD and Kenyan Shilling.

The underlying operating model is a website-led booking platform (shiansafaris.com) built on a standard content-managed site stack with multi-currency pricing, tour inquiry forms, embedded itineraries, destination imagery, and customer testimonials. There is no disclosed mobile app, API, or third-party OTA integration — all bookings are direct. The business relies on a small internal team (8 employees), certified driver-guides, and ground logistics partnerships with lodges, parks, and transfer providers. Marketing is concentrated on the company website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and an email newsletter, supplemented by blog content covering Kenya tourism trends and destination guides.

Monetization is one-time package sales, where revenue is generated per booking and the company either bundles its own logistics or acts as the coordinating intermediary with on-the-ground suppliers. The customer base consists primarily of individual tourists and small groups seeking wildlife experiences, beach holidays, cultural immersion, or adventure travel, with named testimonials drawn from individual leisure travelers. No B2B or corporate channel is disclosed, and there are no reported funding rounds, partnerships, alliances, or institutional investors on record.

Name

Shian Tours & Travel LTD

Legal name

Shian Tours & Travel LTD

Website

https://shian-travel.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Shian Tours & Travel LTD (operating as Shian Safaris) is a privately held Nairobi-based travel agency that sells curated safari packages across East Africa and select international leisure destinations directly to individual tourists and small groups through its own website.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Safari and Tour Operator Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (561520), Tour Operators (56152), Travel Agencies (561510)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Wildlife & Safari Tour Operators (THAKADAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Safari & Wildlife Travel Agencies (THAKAFAG), Private Adventure & Expedition Experiences (Custom Hikes, Safaris, Backcountry) (THAJALAG)

Keywords

• Safari tour packages
• East Africa travel
• Beach holiday tours
• Cultural tourism itineraries
• Gorilla trekking trips

Headquarters

HQ city

Nairobi

HQ country

Kenya

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Packaged Safari and Tour Sales: Shian Safaris generates revenue primarily through the sale of pre-packaged tour bundles and tailor-made safari and travel experiences. Packages typically include accommodations (mid-range lodges/hotels), meals on full board, transport in 4x4 safari vehicles, park entry fees, game drives, and in some cases flights and airport transfers. Pricing varies by destination, duration, and included services. The company also sells day trips, adventure activities, and add-ons such as hot air balloon rides and Maasai village visits as optional extras at additional cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Shian Tours & Travel LTD (Shian Safaris) is a Nairobi-based tour operator that designs, sells, and operates pre-packaged and tailor-made safari, cultural, and beach holiday itineraries across East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda) and select international destinations (Dubai, Thailand, Egypt, Malaysia, the Caribbean). Packages typically bundle accommodations, full-board meals, transport in 4x4 safari vehicles, park entry fees, professional driver-guide services, and airport transfers, sold directly to individual travelers and small groups via the company website.

Product overview

Shian Safaris is a single unified tour and travel service offering a portfolio of curated safari packages, cultural tours, and beach holidays across Africa and select international destinations. The product line includes multi-day safari packages (Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda), international cultural tours (Thailand, Egypt, Dubai), and beach vacation packages. Tours range from single-day excursions to 12-day extended packages, with itineraries covering national parks, wildlife reserves, cultural sites, and coastal destinations. The company operates as a traditional travel agency rather than a software platform, providing personalized booking services, ground transportation, accommodations, and guided experiences.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 6 Days Kenya Safari A 6-day safari package in Kenya covering major wildlife destinations with game drives and accommodations included, priced at $3,550 per person.
• Cairo and Nile Cruise Tours A 7-day tour combining Egyptian cultural sites in Cairo with a Nile River cruise experience. Pricing available on request.
• 7 Days Thailand Cultural Itinerary: Bangkok, Kanchanaburi A 7-day cultural tour of Thailand covering Bangkok's temples and markets, Kanchanaburi's WWII sites, and the historic city of Ayutthaya. Pricing available on request.
• One Week In The Pearl Of Africa An 8-day Uganda tour featuring gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Lake Mutanda. Pricing available on request.
• 5 Days Tanzania Safari (Northern Circuit) A 5-day safari covering Tanzania's Northern Circuit including Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, priced at $3,130 per person.
• 7 Days Kigali, Rwanda Trip A 7-day Rwanda tour including Nyungwe Forest, Lake Kivu, Volcanoes National Park, and gorilla trekking experiences, priced between $3,490 and $4,400.
• 12 Days, 11 Nights Safari & Beach (Diani) An extended 12-day package combining safari experiences with beach relaxation at Diani on the Kenyan coast, priced at $6,958 per person.
• Lake Naivasha To Hells Gate Tour Package A 2-day tour package visiting Lake Naivasha and Hells Gate National Park with nature walks and boat rides, priced at $652 per person.
• Best of Kenya & Tanzania Safari A 10-day comprehensive safari covering Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, and Amboseli National Park across Kenya and Tanzania, priced at $5,690 per person.
• 4 Days Masai Mara Safari A 4-day safari focusing on Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve with game drives and optional hot air balloon rides, priced at $1,550 per person.
• Nairobi National Park – Daily Departures A 6-hour day trip to Nairobi National Park located 7km from the city center, featuring wildlife viewing and game drives, priced at $179.65 per person.
• Amboseli National Park A 3-day safari to Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, known for large elephant herds, priced at $180 per person.
• Dubai Summer Offers A 4-night Dubai beach holiday package with multiple hotel options (Avan Deira Dubai at $1,350 PPS, Ramada by Wyndham at $1,260 PPS, Grand Excelsior Hotel at $1,245 PPS, Citymax Hotel at $1,240 PPS) including flights, accommodation, daily breakfast, desert safari with BBQ dinner, return private transfer, Marina Dhow Dinner Cruise, Flying Cup with light dinner, and Dubai Half City Tour.
• Dubai 5-Day Tour Package A 5-day Dubai tour package including flights, accommodation, and various activities in the UAE, priced at $1,240 per person.

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Pollman's Tours & Safaris: Kenya-based tour operator running scheduled group safaris, lodge safaris, and beach packages across Kenya, Tanzania, and Zanzibar. Highly comparable to Shian on product mix, group departure model, and East Africa focus; operates at greater scale and brand recognition in the Kenyan market.
• Bonfire Adventures: Kenyan tour and travel company offering a broad range of safari packages, beach holidays, and international tours (Dubai, Turkey, etc.). Comparable to Shian in product breadth across both East African safaris and international packages, and in targeting mid-tier Kenyan and diaspora travellers.
• Somak Safaris: Established Kenya safari operator offering scheduled and tailor-made safaris across East Africa. Comparable to Shian on multi-country East Africa package structure, day-trips, and family safari offerings; differs in larger operational scale and longer UK market presence.
• Governors' Camp Collection: Long-established Kenya-based safari operator with camps in Maasai Mara and other Kenyan reserves. Closely comparable to Shian in Kenya-focused safari offering, mid-to-upper tier package pricing, and emphasis on wildlife game drives; differs in that it owns its own camp properties rather than reselling third-party lodges.
• Gamewatchers Safaris: Kenya-based safari and Porini Camps operator offering mid-to-upper tier safari packages in Maasai Mara, Amboseli, and Laikipia. Closely matches Shian's Kenya-centric wildlife offering, pricing tier, and emphasis on conservancy-based game viewing.
• Asilia Africa: East Africa safari operator with permanent camps in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. Comparable to Shian across Tanzania/Kenya/Uganda itinerary structure and wildlife-focused products; competes for similar travellers but with the advantage of owned accommodation inventory.
• African Spice Safaris: Nairobi-based tour operator focused on safaris and beach holidays across Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar, and Uganda. Direct competitor to Shian on mid-range safari packages, gorilla trekking extensions, and combined safari-and-beach itineraries.

Broad incumbents

• &Beyond: Luxury experiential travel company offering high-end safaris and tours across Africa and Asia. Directly comparable to Shian on multi-country itineraries, lodge partnerships, and tailor-made service; however, &Beyond owns/operates many of its own lodges and serves a more premium international clientele.
• Wilderness Safaris: Premium safari and tour operator with extensive camps across Botswana, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Comparable to Shian in core product (luxury East Africa safari packages, including gorilla trekking) but at significantly larger scale with broader geographic reach and deeper lodge ownership.
• Abercrombie & Kent: Global luxury travel operator with a strong Africa safari and gorilla trekking portfolio. Comparable to Shian in offering East Africa and gorilla trekking itineraries as part of a wider global product set, but at the very top of the premium market with substantially more resources and brand visibility.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/shiantravel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shiantravel
• Instagraminstagram.com/shiantravel

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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