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Kenya Camping Safaris
Whether you love camping or you’re just looking at keeping the price of your safari down, I highly recommend a Kenya camping safari. A good operator will provide a comfortable camping setup and sumptuous food. With a great crew, you’ll be able to enjoy the fun part of camping without the hassle. There is no better way to end a day in the bush than sitting around a fire under the stars, recounting the highlights of your day. You’ll hear lots of animals at night; a pack of hyenas laughing, the distant roar of a male lion or the repetitive whistle of a nightjar. Even more exciting is the possibility of seeing small nocturnal animals. Both bush babies and spotted genets easily habituate to humans in campsites.
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7-Day Masai Mara-Lake Nakuru-Naivasha-Amboseli Safari
$869 to $1,089 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Papio Africa Holidays
4.5/5 – 22 Reviews
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Best Seller
6-Day Best of Kenya - Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli
$693 to $924 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Dennsland Trekktours
4.4/5 – 21 Reviews
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13-Day Kenya Connect; a Nomad Expedition
$3,773 to $3,966 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Camping & ResortYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Magadi, Mombasa (City), Nairobi (End)
Purple Nomad Africa
5.0/5 – 6 Reviews
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6-Day Maasai Mara - Lk Nakuru - Amboseli Group Safari
$792 to $1,012 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Greytone Bush Tours
5.0/5 – 8 Reviews
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Best Seller
10-Day Kenya and Tanzania Exciting Safari
$1,812 to $2,079 pp (USD)
Kenya & Tanzania: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Arusha (City), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Nairobi (End)
Super Eagles Travel and Tours
4.8/5 – 160 Reviews
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6-Day Walking Wilderness Safari at Kicheche Mara Camp
$5,313 to $6,404 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryCamping & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Naboisho (Greater Masai Mara), Olare Motorogi (Greater Masai Mara), Nairobi (End)
Blends of Africa Adventures
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10-Day Kenya -Tanzania Shared Safari
$1,585 to $1,805 pp (USD)
Kenya & Tanzania: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Arusha (City), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Nairobi (End)
Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
4.3/5 – 76 Reviews
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14-Day Kenya and Ethiopia Combine ( Wildlife & Culture)
$3,740 pp (USD)
Ethiopia & Kenya: Private tourBudgetCamping & Lodge
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Mara River, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Lake Nakuru NP, Addis (City), Danakil Depression (Highlight), Hamad Ela (Village), Mekele (City), Tigray, Lalibela (Town), Gondar (City), Simien Mountains NP, Blue Nile Falls (Highlight), Addis Ababa (End)
Pride of Africa Adventures
4.5/5 – 68 Reviews
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3-Day / 2 Nights Maasai Mara Safari
$935 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetCamping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Swahili Paradise Tours & Safaris
4.1/5 – 85 Reviews
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16-Day Kenya Uganda Safari (Across Africa Safari)
$6,600 pp (USD)
Kenya & Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Camping & LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Amboseli NP, Nairobi (City), Kampala (City), Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Bunyonyi, Entebbe Airport (End)
Eizoba Safaris
5.0/5 – 6 Reviews
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6-Day Mount Kenya Chogoria Route Climbing Package
$1,056 to $1,188 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetCamping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Chogoria Gate (Mt Kenya), Mt Kenya, Nairobi (End)
Keshi Tours
5.0/5 – 32 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara National Reserve on Budget Tour
$990 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetCamping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Jomo Kenyatta Airport (End)
World Blossom Safaris
5.0/5 – 8 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Mount Kenya Trekking Safari Tour 2024
$531 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per group)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Mt Kenya, Nairobi (End)
Karibu Safaris In Kenya
4.8/5 – 1344 Reviews
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22-Day Kenyan Mountain Climbing and Wildlife Vacation
$4,730 to $4,950 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetMountain Hut & Camping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Meru NP, Mt Kenya, Samburu NR, Aberdare NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Maasai Village (Cultural Village), Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Hell’s Gate NP, Amboseli NP, Tsavo West NP, Tsavo East NP, Nairobi (End)
Kubwa Five Safaris
5.0/5 – 122 Reviews
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5-Day Mount Kenya Chogoria up and down Sirimon Route
$880 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 50 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Mt Kenya, Nairobi (End)
Equitorial Star Adventure Safaris
5.0/5 – 13 Reviews
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5-Day Mt Kenya Trek up Chogoria down Sirimon
$880 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetMountain Hut & Camping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Mt Kenya, Nairobi (End)
Kashipa Adventures
5.0/5 – 1 Reviews
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5-Day Exciting Mount Kenya Trek (Chogoria down Sirimon)
$735 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per group)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Mt Kenya, Nairobi (End)
African Uncut Safaris
5.0/5 – 3 Reviews
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4-Day Mt Kenya Hike via Sirimon down Chogoria Route
$682 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 10 people per group)BudgetMountain Hut & Camping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Mt Kenya, Nairobi (End)
Sun Summit & Safaris
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3-Day Kenya Under Canvas
$627 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesKenya: Shared tour (max 15 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Jambo Travel House
5.0/5 – 2 Reviews
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5-Day Amboseli, Lake Naivasha Lake Nakuru Budget Tour
$1,137 to $1,293 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Camping & LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Marurumi Safaris
5.0/5 – 64 Reviews
6 Questions About Kenya Camping Safaris
Answered by
Ariadne van Zandbergen
Ariadne is a renowned Africa expert and photographer. She and her husband form a team who write and update many travel guides. She first visited Kenya 28 years ago. Since then she has been back many times to explore the country’s parks and reserves.› More about Ariadne
6 Questions About Kenya Camping Safaris
What are the pros and cons of a camping safari in Kenya?
“Although there are a lot of accommodation options in Kenya ranging from budget hotels to luxury lodges, you might want to consider a camping safari. If you love camping and it’s something you regularly do, you can’t go wrong. But even if you haven’t camped and it’s not usually how you like to spend your holiday, you might still want to look at the pros and cons of a camping safari. Firstly, it’s the obvious way to keep down costs, as the lodges inside the parks are far more expensive than campsites. And while good budget accommodation can sometimes be found outside the park boundaries, there are real benefits to staying inside the park, close to the wildlife action. The campsites inside the parks and reserves are often in great locations with a view, close to good wildlife-viewing circuits. When you go on a camping safari in Kenya, your operator will provide all the gear and food, so you won’t have to worry about anything really. While some camping tours require some input from you, you won’t have to lift a finger on others. Many reputable operators offer very nice setups. You might be pleasantly surprised by the comfort level, food and general facilities. On the other hand, if you prefer solid walls around you at night, and the idea of sitting out around a fire doesn’t appeal, a camping tour is probably not for you. And while camping is a great adventure, setting up and breaking down camp at each location can eat up time that could be spent differently on a lodge safari. ”
1What facilities can I expect to find in the campsites?
“The public campsites in Kenya’s national parks and reserves have basic facilities including running water, toilets and bathrooms. There might also be a kitchen area or open huts for cooking. Some operators use ‘Special campsites’, which are booked on an exclusive basis for one group only. These campsites are often in beautiful locations, but they have no facilities whatsoever. The operator provides everything. There are usually also private campsites outside the parks with good facilities. Campsites located on hotel grounds might have access to a bar, restaurant and possibly other hotel facilities, such as a swimming pool. Unless you are traveling independently, your tour operator will provide all camping equipment and will make sure your stay is comfortable. ”
2How much will this safari cost?
“Prices start at about US$100 per person per day, but it is difficult to put an actual figure on the cost of camping safari packages as there are a lot of variables. There are different levels of camping and to some extent you get what you pay for. It’s worth paying a bit more to travel with a reputable outfitter that provides good-sized tents, comfortable mattresses and overall quality gear. You might have to participate in some of the camping chores on some tours, but on other tours, the staff will take care of everything, including cooking hearty meals. A camping safari is not only fun and rewarding, it’s also an easy way to reduce the cost. Group tours are usually cheaper than private tours, especially for single travelers. And then there is a small difference in price depending on the season you want to travel in. It makes sense to get a few quotes before making a final decision. ”
3Is it possible to do a trip in Kenya where only some nights are spent camping?
“It is possible to do a mixed safari, where you spent some nights camping and some nights in the comfort of a guesthouse, lodge or hotel. In fact, many camping safaris start with a night in a hotel. This gives you a chance to rest after your international flight, and to prepare for an early departure the next day. For similar reasons the last night of a camping safari is also often spent in a hotel. Some other camping safaris offer a few more nights in alternative accommodation. This is mostly because of logistical reasons. An operator might use a budget hotel on a 1-night stop, but opt for camping when staying a couple of nights inside one of the parks or reserves. This offers a nice compromise if you would like to experience some camping in the bush, but not throughout the trip.”
4Is a self-drive camping safari in Kenya recommended?
“If you like to travel independently, you can certainly consider a self-drive camping safari in Kenya. The best way to do this is to book with an outfitter specializing in self-drive safaris. They will set you up with a sturdy 4x4 and camping equipment. You’ll have the choice between a ground tent and a roof-top tent (depending on the outfitter and the rental car). Make sure to check with your operator what is and isn’t included with the gear. You might be able to hire an electrical fridge as well. Although a reputable operator will offer 24/7 roadside assistance, you should at least be competent to change a tire. Depending to some extent on your itinerary, a little experience in 4x4 driving is recommended too. If you love total freedom and a sense of adventure, a self-drive camping safari in Kenya might be a dream come true. But I wouldn’t recommend embarking on this kind of trip unless you are an experienced traveler with a flexible attitude. With no local guide on your side, you should be prepared for things to go wrong occasionally. It’s all part of the adventure. ”
5Is a camping trip in Kenya safe?
“A camping safari in Kenya is very safe. Crime is virtually unheard of in any of the established parks and reserves. Furthermore, your guide will look out for your safety at all times. Note, however, that campsites are usually unfenced, which means that animals can walk through freely. Human presence mostly keeps wildlife out during the day. But at night, after everybody has gone to bed, predators and other wildlife might well pass through camp. It is safe to stay in a tent with wild animals around, so long as you adhere to a few sensible precautions. You will be briefed on how to behave accordingly. The biggest problems in campsites are usually monkeys and baboons. These intelligent creatures learn how to open tents, boxes etc. As a general rule, you shouldn’t keep any food inside your tent (especially meat or strong-smelling fruits such as oranges), which might interest predators or elephants. ”
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Stuart is a travel writer and author of numerous Lonely Planet guidebooks, including 'Kenya', 'Rwanda' and 'Tanzania'.
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The home of safari
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The most beautiful country and the friendliest people in the world
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Amazing experience
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Excellent Safari Experince
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It was simply beautiful
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