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Kenya Family Safaris
If you are able to travel with your kids, you should do it. There is no better way to bring a family together during precious holiday time. As family vacations go, a Kenyan safari is hard to beat. The country’s big wildlife densities and varied landscapes make it perfect for first-time visitors. And why not end the holiday with some time on one of Kenya’s picture-perfect beaches. Your kids will love you for it.
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8-Day Flexi Circuit Safari
$2,107 to $2,934 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Sweetwaters (Chimp Sanctuary), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Kameraz of Afrika
4.8/5 – 98 Reviews
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6-Day Meet Big 5 and Special 5 Animals Game Drive Safari
$2,222 to $2,595 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Samburu NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Morning Star Tours & Travel
4.9/5 – 166 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Taste of Kenya - Mid-Range
$1,100 to $1,590 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Spirit of Kenya
4.9/5 – 485 Reviews
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10-Day Iconic Wildlife Havens and Beach Experience
$2,442 to $3,166 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Amboseli NP, Diani Beach, Nairobi (End)
Apodiformes Adventures
4.8/5 – 174 Reviews
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5-Day Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Masai Safari
$1,375 to $1,540 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Madukha Tours and Safaris
4.7/5 – 26 Reviews
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8-Day Amboseli, Naivasha, Hells Gate, Nakuru, Masai Mara
$2,035 to $2,915 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Hell’s Gate NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Meektrails Safaris
4.8/5 – 117 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Mara Chui Resort Joining Group
$495 to $748 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris
4.9/5 – 1090 Reviews
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4-Day Tsavo West, Amboseli and Tsavo East from Malindi
$1,012 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Malindi (Start), Tsavo West NP, Amboseli NP, Tsavo East NP, Malindi (End)
Kenya Bush Expeditions
4.6/5 – 64 Reviews
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3-Day Amboseli and Tsavo East National Park Safari
$822 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Tsavo East NP, Mombasa (End)
Keshi Tours
5.0/5 – 32 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Naivasha Safari on a Minivan
$961 to $1,308 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Ramja Safaris
5.0/5 – 75 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Masai Mara - Nakuru Private Tour(Mid -Range)
$1,122 to $1,518 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented Camp & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Jocky Tours and Safaris
4.9/5 – 1307 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Masai Mara Classic Safari
$655 to $1,012 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Jomo Kenyatta Airport (End)
Beacon Safaris
4.9/5 – 266 Reviews
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3-Day Amboseli Classic Safari at Kibo Safari Camp
$885 to $1,105 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.8/5 – 128 Reviews
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4-Day Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari - Mid Range
$1,286 to $2,108 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Mamu Travels and Safaris Kenya
5.0/5 – 16 Reviews
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6-Day Safari to Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli
$1,271 to $1,485 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Lodge & ResortYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
4.3/5 – 76 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
6-Day Northern & Southern Sky Private Economical Safari
$1,541 to $2,237 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Samburu NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Mufasa Tours and Travels
4.9/5 – 385 Reviews
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7-Day Off the Beaten Path
$2,541 to $3,454 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Samburu NR, Aberdare NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Trav-Interactive
4.9/5 – 21 Reviews
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6-Day Amboseli Lake Naivasha Masai Mara Package
$1,761 to $2,343 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
TrippyGo Tours and Travel
4.7/5 – 3 Reviews
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10-Day Roaring Kenya in a Pop-up Mini Van
$2,368 to $2,839 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & ResortYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Amboseli NP, Mombasa Beaches, Nairobi (End)
Jorado Safaris
5.0/5 – 9 Reviews
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6-Day Mid Range Tour - Mara, Nakuru, Amboseli
$1,958 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Ways Of Africa Travel
5.0/5 – 65 Reviews
5 Questions About Kenya Family 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 27 years ago. Since then she has been back many times to explore the country’s parks and reserves.› More about Ariadne
5 Questions About Kenya Family Safaris
Is a Kenyan family safari recommended?
“Of course, it’s a privilege for children to be able to go on safari. When planned carefully, you’ll find that a safari with kids is an enriching experience for both them and you. Nothing stimulates the senses more than spending time in the bush and children, with their inquiring minds, possibly benefit most. Kenya’s wilderness, in particular, is the perfect choice for a family safari. And the high density of animals makes wildlife viewing easy and accessible for young ones with shorter attention spans. There are plenty of child-friendly accommodation options, and camping is a big winner too. There is no better way to introduce your kids to a bush holiday.”
1Where should I go in Kenya with kids?
“Wherever you go in Kenya will be interesting and exciting for your children. Top of the list is the Masai Mara National Reserve. You can time your visit to catch the annual wildebeest migration, when millions of hoofed animals migrate towards greener pastures. Seeing the wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River is one of the most thrilling wildlife encounters ever. There is lots of predator action at this time too. You’ll definitely see four of the Big Five here, but rhino, although present, is not always easy to find. Therefore, you should make a stop at Lake Nakuru National Park. The park is centered around the scenic Rift Valley lake, and both white and black rhino are common here. Most kids love elephants and there is no better place to see these giants in big numbers than at Amboseli National Park. You’ll see some seriously big tuskers here, and if you’re lucky the sky might open up to create that picture-perfect moment of elephants in front of Mt Kilimanjaro. Slightly more off the beaten track is Samburu National Reserve. This is the place to see dry-country animals, such as gerenuk, Beisa oryx and the handsome reticulated giraffe. You’ll see local people herding their cattle on the outskirts of the reserve, and a visit to a traditional Samburu homestead is always a big hit with kids.”
2Is it safe to go to Kenya with children?
“Kenya is generally a very safe country. This is the case too when traveling with children. As long as you book with a reputable company, there is no need for any concerns. Note though that for safety reasons there are age limits for certain activities, such as walking safaris. Your guide will look out for your family’s safety, but parents obviously have a responsibility to keep a close eye on their children too. Therefore it is a good idea to choose your accommodation carefully; some places are more child-friendly than others. Things to look out for include whether the accommodation is fenced or not and whether there is direct river access. As anywhere in the world, there is crime in Kenya’s big cities, and Nairobi in particular has a bad reputation. Walking around the city unguided with your children is not recommended. However, an overnight stay and a guided city tour or excursion to one of the city’s many attractions is totally fine. Otherwise, you can safely get around with a registered taxi.”
› Read more about Safety & Security in Kenya 3How old should the children be to go on a safari?
“Compared to some other safari destinations, there are not many limitations on traveling with children in Kenya. Some lodges and hotels have age restrictions, and there might be age limits on tours. Always check with operators before booking. All packages on SafariBookings indicate applicable age limits. Group tours usually have a minimum age, but when booking a private tour, most operators are flexible. These limitations aside, you should also consider whether your children are ready for a safari in Kenya. There is no point paying a lot of money for a holiday that your children are too young to appreciate. Most safaris entail sitting in the car quite a lot. Therefore, I wouldn’t recommend taking toddlers on a safari in Kenya. Children should have quite a mature attention span and ideally a pre-existing interest in nature. As a rule, children that have been exposed to and enjoy bush camping and other such outdoor activities will be ready for a Kenyan safari at a younger age than children without any such experience or interest. Most children over about eight years old will gain a lot from a Kenyan safari if planned carefully.”
4Are there special activities for children on a Kenyan family safari?
“A game drive is the ultimate activity on a safari in Kenya with kids. Giving kids a pair of binoculars or a little camera to use all helps to engage them. While game drives are most productive in seeing lots of wildlife, it can get a bit monotonous for children after a while. Ideally, you should break up your time with some other activities. A nature walk is ideal to stretch the legs and focus on small things that are easily overlooked on drives, such as animal tracks and insects. A real highlight for old and young alike is a balloon safari. Toddlers aren’t allowed, but for kids over three years old, a flight over the wide-open savannah of the Masai Mara is an unforgettable experience. Some lodges offer star-gazing after dinner. To look at the star-studded sky with the sounds of the African bush around you is pure magic. There are some great activities for kids in Nairobi too. A trip to the David Sheldrick Trust/Elephant Orphanage is always a winner. But be warned, your little ones might convince you to adopt an elephant before you leave. For a small fee, you’ll get an adoption certificate and regular updates on the calf you’ve sponsored. Equally entertaining for kids is a visit to the Giraffe Centre. The center is a breeding place for endangered Rothschild giraffes. It’s great for conservation and lots of fun too. Imagine the look on your child’s face when standing on a platform and feeding a full-sized giraffe at eye level.”
5Kenya Reviews
Stuart is a travel writer and author of numerous Lonely Planet guidebooks, including 'Kenya', 'Rwanda' and 'Tanzania'.
East Africa’s Most varied Nation
Kenya is the original home of the safari. This is the land of the world renowned Masai Mara National Reserve where tawny coloured lions feast off the hundreds of thousands of wildebeest that annually migrate into the country from...
Mark is a travel writer who grew up in Africa and has written over 700 titles for Condé Nast Traveller, Travel Africa, BBC Wildlife and others.
Home to ‘the greatest wildlife real-estate on Earth’
The Masai Mara has been called ‘the greatest wildlife real-estate on Earth’ and for the sheer density of its wildlife it probably as no competition anywhere in the world. For a first time safari these days you probably still can’t...
The most beautiful country and the friendliest people in the world
This was my fourth trip to Africa and my 3rd to Kenya, but it was a first both for my husband and my daughter. I always wanted to share the vast, untouched beauty of Africa with them. I wanted them to see the friendliness, sweetness of...
Amazing experience
We visited Amboseli, Lake Naivasha and Masai Mara. Our safari company was Unscripted Safaris who were very helpful and professional throughout. A special mention for our guide/driver Daniel who was exceptional - very knowledgeable and went...
Excellent Safari Experince
I booked a trip with Leisure Escape Safari. They did an excellent job. The trip to Kenya was very good. Hospitable people. I visited four national parks. I started in Nairobi and first visited Amboseli, then Naivasha Lake, Nakuru Lake and...
It was simply beautiful
We really enjoyed the tour. The vastness of the parks is impressive. There is something to discover everywhere. The landscape alone is fantastic. Watching the animals makes it even more exciting. Our driver Maromaro was very friendly and...