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Kenya Safaris

The home of the safari, and the Indian Ocean coast

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Overview

Welcome to Kenya

Kenya is where the modern safari began. Its savannahs, lakes and mountains are home to lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant and rhino, and every year the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra crosses the Mara River into the Maasai Mara between roughly July and October.

Beyond the parks, Kenya has a long Indian Ocean coastline of white beaches and coral reefs at Diani and Watamu, and a lively capital in Nairobi. It is easy to combine a few days on safari with a few days on the beach.

CapitalNairobi
CurrencyKenyan shilling (KES)
LanguagesSwahili and English
EntryMost visitors need an eTA before travelling. Check for your passport.
Why go

What Kenya is known for

The Big Five

Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino, all found in Kenya's parks.

Great Migration

Over a million wildebeest and zebra cross the Mara River each year.

Kilimanjaro views

Amboseli's elephants walk under Africa's highest peak.

Coastal beaches

Diani and Watamu offer white sand, reefs and dhow trips.

Maasai and Samburu culture

Visit communities and learn about traditions.

Tea and coffee

Some of the world's best, grown in the highlands.

Places

Destinations in Kenya

Maasai Mara

Maasai Mara

Home of the Great Migration (July–October), big cats and Maasai culture. Kenya's most famous reserve.

Morning and afternoon game drivesMara River crossing viewingFull-day game drive with picnic lunch
21 packages include this
Amboseli

Amboseli

Large elephant herds against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Game drives among large elephant herdsSunrise views of Mount KilimanjaroVisit to Observation Hill for swamp and plains views
12 packages include this
Tsavo

Tsavo

Kenya's largest park. Red elephants, Mzima Springs and the Yatta Plateau. Great value.

Game drives to see the famous 'red' elephantsMzima Springs hippo and crocodile viewingShetani lava flows and Chaimu Crater
4 packages include this
Samburu

Samburu

Arid north. Home of the 'Special Five': Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk and Beisa oryx.

Game drives to find the 'Special Five'Elephant and leopard watching along the Ewaso Ng'iro RiverBird watching
4 packages include this
Lake Nakuru

Lake Nakuru

Flamingos, black and white rhinos and Rothschild giraffes, a short drive from Nairobi.

Game drive around the lake and forestFlamingos and pelicans on the lake shoreRhino tracking
4 packages include this
Diani

Diani

Powder-white sand, palm-fringed coast and coral reef south of Mombasa.

Beach relaxation on white sand
11 packages include this
Watamu

Watamu

Marine park, turtle conservation, snorkelling and Gede ruins on the north coast.

Beach relaxation on Watamu's bays
6 packages include this
Our trips

Kenya safari packages

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Kenya & Tanzania Budget Overland Group travelBudget8 days
Multi-destination

Kenya & Tanzania Budget Overland

Maasai Mara · Serengeti · Ngorongoro · Lake Manyara

✓ Included7 nights accommodationFull boardReturn international flightsPark fees and transfersTrip briefing and WhatsApp support
✕ Not includedVisaTravel insuranceDrinks and tipsOptional activities
PriceOn request
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Maasai Mara 3-Day Fly-in Luxury Couples getawayLuxury3 days
Residents · pick-up from home Internal flights included

Maasai Mara 3-Day Fly-in Luxury

Maasai Mara

✓ Included2 nights accommodationFull boardChauffeur pick-up from homeInsurance, visa help and tipsInternal flights
✕ Not includedPersonal shoppingUnlisted activitiesSpecial-occasion extras
PriceOn request
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Tsavo Safari & Diani Beach Group travelBudget6 days
Residents · pick-up from homeMulti-destination

Tsavo Safari & Diani Beach

Tsavo · Diani

✓ Included5 nights accommodationFull boardPark fees and transfersTrip briefing and WhatsApp support
✕ Not includedTravel insuranceDrinks and tipsOptional activities
PriceOn request
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Mara Fly-in Safari & Watamu Luxury Couples getawayLuxury6 days
Residents · pick-up from homeMulti-destination Internal flights included

Mara Fly-in Safari & Watamu Luxury

Maasai Mara · Watamu

✓ Included5 nights accommodationFull boardChauffeur pick-up from homeInsurance, visa help and tipsInternal flights
✕ Not includedPersonal shoppingUnlisted activitiesSpecial-occasion extras
PriceOn request
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29 packages: swipe or use the arrows

Package prices are on request and depend on season, group size and availability.

Accommodation

Where to stay in Kenya

Indicative nightly rates by style. Safari lodges are usually full board.

Maasai Mara

BudgetMara Simba Lodge$100–$180
Mid-rangeMara Sopa Lodge$150–$300
LuxuryAngama Mara$1,000+

Amboseli

BudgetKibo Safari Camp$150–$230
Mid-rangeOl Tukai Lodge$220–$360
LuxuryTortilis Camp$400–$600

Tsavo

BudgetVoi Safari Lodge$90–$160
Mid-rangeKilaguni Serena Safari Lodge$200–$350
LuxuryFinch Hattons Luxury Tented Camp$450–$700

Samburu

BudgetSamburu Game Lodge$120–$220
Mid-rangeSamburu Sopa Lodge$250–$450
LuxuryElephant Bedroom Camp$500–$900

Lake Nakuru

BudgetLake Nakuru Lodge$100–$180
Mid-rangeSarova Lion Hill Game Lodge$150–$300
LuxuryLake Elmenteita Serena Camp$300–$500

Diani

BudgetMangro Hotel Diani Beach$27–$70
Mid-rangeSouthern Palms Beach Resort$110–$220
LuxurySwahili Beach Resort$180–$380

Watamu

BudgetTembo Village Resort$40–$100
Mid-rangeOcean Sports Resort$69–$180
LuxuryHemingways Watamu$356–$600
Good to know

Travel tips

  • Pack neutral-coloured clothing, a hat, sun cream and a warm layer for early game drives.
  • Malaria tablets are recommended for most areas. Ask your doctor.
  • Tipping is customary for driver-guides and lodge staff.
  • Roads to some parks are long. Fly-in options save time.

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