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Kenya is the historical home of the East African safari, a land of sweeping savannah grasslands inhabited by charismatic mega-fauna, including Big Cats, the Big Five (elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino) and just about everything in between. Elsewhere, landscapes here stir the soul with deserts in the north, dense forests in the west, Rift Valley lakes in the center and tropical coast out east. This result for those on safari is an experienced safari industry ready to show you a seemingly endless parade of wildlife against one of the most beautiful backdrops in Africa.
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Masai Mara Budget Group Joining Safari
$300 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Karibu Safaris In Kenya
4.8/5 – 1038 Reviews
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9-Day Luxury Kenya Safari Tour
$6,770 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Samburu NR, Diani Beach, Nairobi (End)
Wayfairer Travel
5.0/5 – 130 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Midrange Lake Nakuru/Maasai Mara Safari
$915 to $1,280 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Explorer Kenya Tours & Travel
5.0/5 – 172 Reviews
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4-Day Budget Safari to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru
$385 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
4.7/5 – 47 Reviews
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3-Day Adventure in Masai Mara
$300 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Jocky Tours and Safaris
4.9/5 – 579 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Best of Masai Mara Joining Group
$300 to $320 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris
4.9/5 – 630 Reviews
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3-Day Masai Mara Group Joining Safari - Budget
$335 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris
4.9/5 – 96 Reviews
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4-Day And Beyond Masai Mara Luxury Safari
$2,350 to $2,950 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxury+Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Ongeri Expeditions
5.0/5 – 36 Reviews
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3-Day Tsavo East /West
$690 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 4 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Mombasa (Start), Tsavo East NP, Tsavo West NP, Mombasa Beaches, Mombasa (End)
Tanke Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 17 Reviews
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7-Day Roaring Kenya - Mid-Range
$1,680 to $2,120 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Spirit of Kenya
5.0/5 – 372 Reviews
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3-Day Short Fly in Safari to Masai Mara National Reserve
$1,705 to $2,200 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxury+Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Tekko Tours and Travel
4.8/5 – 109 Reviews
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9-Day Midrange/Luxury Combo Kenya Classic Game Safari
$3,331 to $4,419 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp & Resort
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Mt Kenya, Samburu NR, Ol Pejeta (Laikipia), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Morning Star Tours & Travel
4.9/5 – 13 Reviews
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5-Day Kenya Private Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru & Mara Safari
$1,793 to $2,380 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Ol Pejeta (Laikipia), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Bush 2 City Adventure
5.0/5 – 48 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Best of Masai Mara Wildlife Safari- Midrange Offer
$430 to $540 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Safari Update Travels
4.9/5 – 138 Reviews
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3-Day Spectacular Masai Mara Mid-Range Private Tour
$630 to $755 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
African Sermon Safaris
5.0/5 – 72 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara -Nakuru Budget Shared Jeep Safari
$440 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Bison Safaris
5.0/5 – 303 Reviews
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6-Day Amboseli, Masai Mara Luxury Tented Camps Fly-in
$3,106 to $4,118 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Image Travel
5.0/5 – 135 Reviews
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9-Day Private Fly-in Safari to Kenya
$3,438 to $4,367 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Samburu NR, Aberdare NP, Sweetwaters (Chimp Sanctuary), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Kameraz of Afrika
5.0/5 – 33 Reviews
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6-Day Maasai Culture, Trekking and Mara Wildlife
$1,450 to $1,465 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetTented Camp & Bush Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Maji Moto (Village), Loita Hills (Mountain Range), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi Airport (End)
Eyes on Africa Adventure Safaris
5.0/5 – 22 Reviews
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6-Day Makiwa Special Kenya Safari
$2,500 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Samburu NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Makiwa Kenya Safaris
4.9/5 – 17 Reviews
8 Questions About Kenya Safaris

Answered by
Anthony Ham
Anthony is a writer and photographer who co-writes Lonely Planet’s guide to Kenya, writes on the country for magazines and newspapers around the world, and has been exploring the country for more than a decade.
8 Questions About Kenya Safaris

When is the best time to visit Kenya?
“June to October is an excellent time for Kenya tours. During these months, the weather is generally dry (although it can get really hot in October and the tail-end of September) and most trails are open. This also coincides with the wildebeest and zebra migration in the Masai Mara. This is the dry season, and as it progresses, water sources for animals tend to dry up and become fewer, drawing animals in numbers to those that remain. One downside is that, apart from June (which is one of my favorite months to visit), high-season prices apply. Crowds are also larger – in some parks, the queue of safari vehicles can take away something from your experience, and some areas of the Masai Mara can be completely overwhelmed with vehicles during the migration. Visiting from November to February also has its devotees – migrating birds arrive, the rains rarely disrupt travel, and the country is also transformed into a lovely shade of green. Most travelers avoid March to May because heavy rains are always possible and can transform safari trails into muddy bogs. That said, prices are lower and I visited once in April and was lucky to find very few other visitors (except for local visitors around Easter) and clear skies.”
1Why visit Kenya, and what are the major attractions?
“Outstanding wildlife is the main reason to visit Kenya. While many visitors come for the migration, Kenya is excellent year-round, with a large number of world-class national parks – apart from the Masai Mara, there’s Amboseli, Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Tsavo East and Tsavo West – where superb wildlife-watching is almost guaranteed. It all adds up to Kenyan safari possibilities of great variety. Kenya is Big Five territory, with healthy populations of elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino, but the birdlife is also outstanding, as is the cultural element – this is the land of the Maasai, Samburu, Turkana and others. The sheer number of habitats, too, make for wonderful scenery – endless horizons in the Masai Mara, tropical forests in Kakamega, the starkly beautiful parks of the north, and peerless Kilimanjaro views from Amboseli.”
2What does a Kenyan safari cost?
“It all depends on what sort of safari you want and can afford. Kenya has more variety than most other African safari destinations, with excellent options from the lower end of the pricing scale (from US$175 per person per day) to luxury Kenya safaris (up to US$1000). While accommodation is partly what will determine cost for many travelers, it can also depend on how you wish to travel between the various parks – air transfers, usually via Nairobi, can be expensive, but dramatically reduce the amount of time you’ll spend on the road, thereby maximizing the amount of time you’ll get to spend in the parks themselves. Remember also that most Kenya safari packages will include transport, accommodation, all meals and activities (including game drives).”
› Factors influencing the cost of a safari 3How is the wildlife viewing in Kenya?
“It can vary from park to park. Most of the more popular parks that you can visit on a Kenya tour – Amboseli, Masai Mara, Samburu and Lake Nakuru – have fabulous wildlife-watching opportunities. Dense wildlife populations in all of these parks make them good all-round safari destinations that enable you to see as many animals (and different species) as you can in a short period of time. Other parks are more specialist – such as the birds and primates of Kakamega, and the sitatunga in Saiwa Swamp – allowing you to tick off a hard-to-find species, usually without the crowds. And a more exclusive Kenyan safari experience is possible in the conservancies of Laikipia – you pay more, but, with the exception of Ol Pejeta Conservancy, crowds are non-existent and wildlife watching is excellent. At most of these conservancies, you can get off-road as well, meaning that you’ll get a lot closer to the animals than you will in a national park.”
› More about viewing Kenya's wildlife & Animals 4How safe is Kenya for tourists?
“For the most part, a Kenya safari is safe, but there are some important things to know. Nairobi and, to a lesser extent, some other Kenyan cities have a reputation for violent crime. I’ve spent a significant amount of time in Nairobi and elsewhere and have never once had a problem, but it does happen often enough to mean that you should always be careful and follow local advice when it comes to these cities. Another potential danger comes from traveling on the country’s roads – the accident rate is extremely high. You can minimize the danger by spending as little time as you can in Nairobi and other cities – Kenya’s charm rarely resides in its major urban centers – by never traveling at night and by flying between the parks. The danger from wild animals is minimal; most Kenya safari trips and operators have excellent safety records, and you should be fine if you follow the safety briefings and instructions from guides.”
5How do I select a reliable Kenya tour operator?
“The best way to choose a Kenya safari is to read all about the safari experiences of other travelers – the chances are that their reviews will answer many of your questions (before you’ve asked them) as well as speak to the professionalism of the various operators with whom they’ve traveled. Otherwise, it’s extremely important that you contact any tour companies with whom you are considering traveling before you make a booking, and ask any questions you may have. This could be anything from the mode of transport, frequency of meals or daily safari schedules to the languages spoken by your guide or how many other travelers will be in your vehicle. Be as specific as you can. Not all operators offer customized Kenya tours, it’s true, but there’s no substitute for being informed. The operator’s willingness to answer questions can be a good guide to their dealings with people on safari.”
6What type of accommodation can I expect on a safari?
“As a general rule, the higher your Kenya safari prices, the better you can expect your accommodation to be. At the lower end, campsites are usually basic, sometimes crowded and not always in the best locations within the national parks or reserves, but they are well priced and often have ample facilities such as showers and toilets. Lodges are the mainstays of the Kenya safari scene and the quality varies considerably – many lodges within the reserves and national parks have excellent locations but are ageing and in need of renovation, while others are luxurious and recently overhauled. In tented camps, including mobile camps, you’ll sleep in large, walk-in tents – they’re like lodge rooms in terms of size but with canvas for walls and floor. Canvas tents mean that you can hear the sounds of the African night. Hopefully you won’t hear the sounds of your neighboring guests if the tents are nicely spaced. Most lodge rooms and tents of this kind have comfortable (not camp) beds, sometimes a desk and usually a private bathroom; some even have an outdoor shower with no roof but walls that protect your modesty. Particularly in tented camps, you’ll most likely need to recharge your devices not in your room but at a power station in the main public area.”
7What can I expect from an African safari in Kenya?
“Most days out on safari begin with a quiet African voice waking you well before sunrise. After dressing quickly, and having a coffee or tea, you head out for a few hours in a safari vehicle (with other guests, a driver, guide and sometimes a tracker) looking for wildlife – this time, and the last hours before sunset, are ideal for watching wildlife. You’ll return to the lodge or camp mid- to late morning for a proper sit-down breakfast. A few hours of relaxation, followed by lunch, then a few hours more doing very little occupies the hottest part of the day, when even animals retreat into the shade. Afternoon tea, often known as High Tea in a nod to colonial-era safari traditions, happens around 3 PM or 3:30 PM, then it’s back out looking for wildlife until after dark. Just before sunset, you’ll stop for another safari institution, the ‘Sundowner’, when you’ll watch the sunset while nursing the drink of your choice. You arrive back in camp in time to freshen up, then it’s dinner and off to bed, before it all starts again very early the next morning.”
8Kenya Safari 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...

Alan is a travel writer and author of over 20 Lonely Planet guidebooks, including the guides to Southern Africa and Zambia & Malawi.
A Safari Behemoth
In some ways, Kenya rates as the best country for safaris in Africa. That is a contentious statement and many would argue that Tanzania should be given that title. Whichever way you go, Kenya is undeniably a destination which will fulfill...

Kenya is amazing, a combination of modernity and nature.
The whole tour was excellent, the safari in the Maasai Mara Reserve, the visit to Lake Naivasha and Nakuru National Park. It was a magical experience. Richard our guide, a very nice person, and he was always looking for us to see the best...

Once in a lifetime experience into the wild savannah
I had booked a 3-days safari in Masai Mara through a website named "safaribookings" and I inquired a few options for Masai Mara, one of the best one seemed to be "Explorer Kenya". Everything was well coordinated and our driver (Martin)...

Amazing friendly country with affordable options!
Kenya itself is an amazing country with so much to offer. While its big and you definitely need to plan how to get around, the country has so many friendly people. People are positive, full of smiles and helpful. They speak English very...

Kenya is an excellent country for the beaches and wildlife.
We stayed at Baobab beach resort. The beach is great and there is a very good snorkeling spot just on the reef in front.You better take a boat (10 minutes) or you can hire one at the hotel and and on a few rows get there on the low tide. ...