About Somak Luxury Travel

About Somak Luxury Travel

Heritage-rich. Experience-led.

Our Story

Somak Luxury Travel crafts bespoke journeys across Africa, the Indian Ocean, and the Indian Subcontinent, blending deep-rooted heritage with a forward‑thinking approach to discovery. Founded in 1968, we are a family‑owned, award‑winning company with a presence in London, Nairobi, Mombasa, Durban, and Delhi, offering a global reach with genuinely personal service.

At Somak, we don’t simply sell holidays. We design immersive, tailor‑made experiences that honour curiosity, connection, and the joy of meaningful travel, bringing dream journeys to life, beautifully.

What We Do

We curate luxury travel across diverse landscapes and cultures, specialising in safaris, coastal retreats, multi‑destination itineraries, and soft adventure, each journey tailored to your pace and passions.

Signature Journeys:

  • Luxury Safari Travel (East & Southern Africa)
  • Bespoke Tailor‑Made Holidays
  • Twin‑Centre & Multi‑Country Itineraries
  • Indian Ocean & Beach Escapes
  • Balloon, Flying & Walking Safaris
  • Astro‑Tourism & Stargazing Experiences
  • Cultural Immersions & Private Guided Tours
  • Romantic Journeys & Honeymoons
  • Family & Multi‑Generational Travel
  • Exclusive Brand Collaborations

From the first conversation to your journey home, we deliver seamless, stress‑free travel with attentive, personalised support at every step.

Why Travel with Somak

Luxury means something different to every traveller. For some, it’s a candlelit dinner in the bush; for others, it’s the ease of knowing every detail has been beautifully handled. That’s why every Somak itinerary is completely tailor‑made, reflecting your interests, your rhythm, and your idea of perfection.

From the open plains of Kenya and hidden corners of Botswana to the serene beaches of the Maldives and the spiritual peaks of Ladakh, our deep local knowledge and in‑destination expertise unlock truly immersive experiences. We work with handpicked partners and trusted guides, from Rajasthan to South Africa, offering exceptional stays, meaningful cultural encounters, and the kind of access you won’t find elsewhere.

We also provide exclusive access to safari vehicles, expert driver‑guides, and private camps. Our chosen Destination Management Companies (DMCs) in Kenya and Tanzania offer unparalleled insider knowledge and on‑the‑ground support, ensuring you’re looked after with care, wherever you travel.

Whether you’re exploring temples in Sri Lanka, tracking gorillas in Rwanda, or unwinding on the shores of Seychelles, your journey with Somak is guided by expertise, delivered with integrity, and crafted with legacy.

Your story begins with Somak.

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What our clients say

Used this company through Benchmark Travel for our honeymoon. Really impressed with our numerous drivers and trucks we went in. Had so great experience from the moment we were picked up from the airport and then returned back there before flying home. Friendly, knowledgeable staff, good drivers, punctual and great customer service....

Zoe H

"When we were thinking a trip Masai Mara and googling about a traveling company we came across Somak Travels which has a few reviews but we still went ahead and booked a 7 days trip with them. From the beginning we were interacting with an agent Celeste and we were very impressed how she interacted with us. Answering all our questions and concerns very well.. As this company had few reviews we were little concerned about how the things would go. I can say it went very well. As soon as we landed at Nairobi airport, there was a person waiting for us with our name and took as to airport hotel, we rested there for few hrs and then our driver George was there to take us to Mara. George was very skilled and knew everything about the animals and the place. He showed us all the animals and made us very comfortable throughout our journey. Additionally, one morning we had breakfast organized for us in the bush with a beautiful view of the Mara River outside our camp. I highly recommend Somak Travels."

Rajani kumar

"Wanted a once in a lifetime holiday for my 50th. So asked my local travel agent for a tanzania safari and zanzibar relax. He recommended Somak, and I'm so glad he did. The holiday was amazing from start to end. I told them what I wanted and they put an itinerary together which worked flawlessly. All accommodation was amazing, and our guide became part of family. We have made a friend for life."

Scott Nixon

"Just back from an amazing experience, on safari in Kenya with Somak. Everything was taken care of on the trip, from transfers to experiences and excursions. The hotels were very good in the most part (Ashnil ones were excellent). Our driver, Lawrence, was outstanding and really made the trip for us. His knowledge of the animals and ability to navigate the national parks from memory was baffling, he enabled us to see a huge variety of animals over the trip and worked tirelessly to ensure this. Can't wait to go back!"

Joseph Bacon

"We have recently returned home from our two-week Safari / beach honeymoon in Tanzania and Zanzibar. Our amazing personal travel agent Lyndsey booked our trip through Somak, and we couldn’t have been happier. In Tanzania we stayed in: Tarangire Simba Lodge, Karatu Simba Lodge and Serengeti Simba lodge, all of which were perfect! In Zanzibar we stayed in the Neptune Pwani Beach Resort which was also amazing! Everything from start to finish with Somak was perfect, the hotels, the food, the staff, the trips (Prison Island and Serengeti Balloon Ride) and the parks (Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater) which were all incredible. I mainly want to mention our safari guide Tissian, who was THE BEST! Tissian was so amazing, he really did make this trip a once in a lifetime holiday. He is so friendly, informative, and experienced. During our trip the roads in the Serengti were very bad, due to lots of rain, but Tissian drove so carefully, with our safety at the front of his mind. He really is an amazing driver in such challenging conditions. Tissian’s car was very reliable, we saw lots of other safari vehicles which had broken down, got stuck in the mud and even one car that had tipped in the mud, however Tissian never had any issues driving and always made us feel so safe. Tissian taught us so much about the animals, the wildlife and Tanzania, he also taught us some Swahili! Tissian made sure we were always happy and comfortable, with toilet stops when required and lots of water. Tissian knows the best spots in the parks, and he knew elephants were my favourite, so he made a conscious effort each day to spot lots of elephants. Asante Sana Tissian, we hope to return to Tanzania one day."

Nicole Hassall

Award winning

Over 50 Years of Trusted, Award-Winning Travel.