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Top 20 Best Kenya Safaris - Compare 2,328 Tours
Kenya is the birthplace of the East African safari and it remains a fabulous place to fulfil your safari dream. The country has an excellent mix of world-class national parks and reserves, stunning landscapes, incredible wildlife viewing, fascinating cultural experiences and a highly experienced safari industry. Safaris here come in all shapes and sizes, and all budgets are well catered for. More than that, Kenya safaris are astonishingly varied, taking in a whole continent’s worth of possibilities in just one country, from tropical coastal idylls to vast savannahs (mixed woodland/grassland ecosystems) and from lush rainforests to desert volcanoes.
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Best Seller
7-Day Comfort Kenya Safari with Sopa Lodges
$2,397 to $3,344 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Ramja Safaris
5.0/5 – 200 Reviews
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7-Day Roaring Kenya - Mid-Range
$2,329 to $3,206 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Spirit of Kenya
5.0/5 – 692 Reviews
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5-Day Unique Luxurious Kenyan Coast Tour
$1,732 to $1,895 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Mombasa (Start), Tsavo East NP, Amboseli NP, Tsavo West NP, Taita Hills WS, Diani Beach, Mombasa (End)
Loushir African Safaris
4.8/5 – 13 Reviews
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6-Day Premier Kenya Wildlife Expedition
$2,503 to $3,443 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Gosheni Safaris Africa
5.0/5 – 1,107 Reviews
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8-Day Safari to Kenya's Major Parks
$2,856 to $4,029 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau), Nairobi (End)
Amazing Memories Safaris
5.0/5 – 444 Reviews
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6-Day Masai Mara Nakuru Amboseli Kenya Safari 4x4 Jeep
$530 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
4.8/5 – 202 Reviews
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3-Day Lake Nakuru National Park Safari
$1,025 to $1,317 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Kichaka Tours and Travel
5.0/5 – 82 Reviews
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5-Day Explore Kenya Safari
$1,625 to $2,559 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Savannah Sound Safaris
5.0/5 – 86 Reviews
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3-Day Into the Wild – Masai Mara Safari
$1,184 to $1,812 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Safari Soles
5.0/5 – 659 Reviews
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8-Day Bush to Beach Safari Expedition
$2,695 to $3,414 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented Camp & ResortYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Diani Beach, Nairobi (End)
Landmark Expeditions
5.0/5 – 16 Reviews
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3-Day Masai Mara Fly-in, Fly-out Luxury Safari
$1,145 to $1,832 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Bigmac Africa Safaris
5.0/5 – 57 Reviews
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6-Day Circuit Safari Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru - Amboseli
$985 to $1,214 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Jocky Tours and Safaris
4.9/5 – 3,804 Reviews
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Best Seller
10-Day From Kenya to Tanzania - Mid-Range
$5,479 to $7,144 pp (USD)
Kenya & Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Soul of Tanzania
5.0/5 – 562 Reviews
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8-Day Most Recommended Luxury Lite Shared Safari + Visa
$2,050 to $3,050 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)
Inspired Feet Safaris
5.0/5 – 217 Reviews
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10-Day Luxury Kenya Safari Adventure
$6,524 to $10,011 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Samburu NR, Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Tapestry of Africa Tours and Safaris
5.0/5 – 120 Reviews
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6-Day Kenya Luxury Safari Masai Mara, Amboseli, Naivasha
$2,605 to $3,240 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Estleon Adventures
5.0/5 – 176 Reviews
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6 Questions About Best Kenya Safaris
Answered by
Anthony Ham
Anthony has written many Lonely Planet guidebooks, including ‘Kenya’ and ‘East Africa’. He is on SafariBookings’ expert panel and writes about the region for magazines and newspapers around the world. He is also the author of ‘The Last Lions of Africa’, part of which is set in Kenya.› More about Anthony
6 Questions About Best Kenya Safaris
Anthony Ham
What makes Kenya the best place to go on safari?
“A Kenyan safari is how many of us always imagined safaris to be. All of the major animals are here, from big cats (lion, leopard and cheetah) to the big-tusked elephants of Amboseli National Park, and from the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) to the vast herds of plains animals like zebra, giraffe, wildebeest and a full cast of antelope species. Many of these come together in the annual great migration in the Masai Mara National Reserve, when the earth swarms with nearly 2 million prey species, with plenty of predators in tow. Many of Kenya’s best safari experiences occur in the south, which is the land of the Maasai people, one of Kenya’s many cultural groups whose presence brings depth and interest to iconic African landscapes. Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, may lie across the border in Tanzania, but easily the best views are from Amboseli in Kenya’s south. Then there’s the glorious Rift Valley (a series of depressions containing some of the continent’s best-known lakes), the dense forests of Kakamega, and sweeping savannahs just about everywhere. And Kenya’s portfolio of parks and reserves ranges from world-famous national parks to private or community conservancies. These conservancies are where conservation best practice goes hand in hand with safaris that showcase both wildlife and cultural highlights.”
1Which parks and reserves should I visit to have the best Kenya safari?
“If I had to choose just three parks and reserves to visit in Kenya, I would pick the Masai Mara National Reserve, Amboseli National Park and Lake Nakuru National Park. The Masai Mara is home to the great migration, but affords exceptional wildlife experiences year-round. Although the national reserve can get busy, the surrounding Maasai-run conservancies – Mara North, Naboisho, Olare-Orok and others – are more exclusive, much quieter, and promise incredible wildlife possibilities. Sitting in the shadow of Mt Kilimanjaro, Amboseli is surrounded by Maasai-run conservancies or group ranches. It is one of the best places to see elephants in Africa. And between the two, Lake Nakuru is compact and offers almost guaranteed rhino sightings, with leopards and tree-climbing lions also possible. Others will have different favorites, such as Tsavo West National Park with its elephants bathed in red dust, Tsavo East National Park for its big cats, or Samburu National Reserve for a wonderfully wild experience in the north. Meru National Park is a much-underrated treasure, while Ol Pejeta Conservancy is also first-rate. There are, of course, many more fine parks and reserves, and wherever you go you should spend time in Nairobi National Park on your way there. It’s a compact, world-class wildlife park known for rhinos and big cats set against the distant backdrop of city skyscrapers.”
2What kinds of safaris are possible in Kenya?
“Almost every kind of safari is possible, including private, group, self-drive, fly-in and camping safaris. In a less-expensive group safari, you will share a guide, vehicle and many activities with other travelers; it’s a great way to meet like-minded people. On a private safari trip, you and your party will have all of these things to yourselves, and you will have more control over where you go and what you do. Self-drive safaris are less popular in Kenya than they are in southern Africa, but they are still possible. The advantage of a self-drive safari is that you have control over everything from where you go to how long you stay at each wildlife sighting. On the downside, Kenya’s roads can be very busy. You will also need to decide whether you wish to fly between Kenya’s different parks and reserves (all of which have airstrips for small planes) or make the same journey by road. If you fly everywhere, it will cost more, but you will be able to cover more territory and see more places in the time you have available. On the other hand, if you travel by road, you’ll see more of the country and meet more locals. Whichever way you go on safari, you can also combine it with a beach holiday along Kenya’s Indian Ocean coast. There are lots of tours offered that combine the two.”
3How should I plan my Kenya trip if I want to see the great migration?
“I strongly recommend that you join an organised tour if you wish to see the great migration as it passes through the Masai Mara. Most of these tours offer packages that include all accommodations within (or close to) the reserve, as well as expert guides, all meals and transport. If possible, try to join a small-group tour. It is also extremely important that you book many months in advance of your visit. Local safari operators can advise you on the best timing, as it may be different from one year to the next. As a general rule, the migration is in the Masai Mara from August to October. However, as always with the natural world and the unpredictable behavior of its animals, sightings are never guaranteed. Some years the migration arrives from Tanzania earlier and stays longer, but the reverse can also be true. This means that making an advance reservation involves a degree of unavoidable risk.”
4How much time will I need to have the best possible Kenya experience?
“The minimum for going on safari in Kenya is 1 week, but 2 weeks is ideal. Provided you fly between parks, in a week you could visit Nairobi, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara, although 10 days will feel less rushed. With a few extra days, consider flying north to Samburu National Reserve for a different cast of animals and to experience Samburu culture. Or visit the two Tsavos for a taste of the wild south. And if money is no object, you could instead factor in time in the community conservancies of Laikipia Plateau and the Masai Mara.”
5What is the cost of a Kenya safari?
“A Kenya safari could start at US$150 to US$200 per person per day if you’re on a simple camping safari. In contrast, for a luxury safari staying in high-end lodges and tented camps, prices start at around US$500 per person per day, but can cost much more than this. Apart from accommodations, variables that will impact the price of your safari include whether you’re traveling in high season, shoulder season or low season, and whether you will be traveling on a private, group or self-drive safari. Also make sure that you understand what is included in the quoted price of your safari. Rates should include park and reserve entry fees, accommodations, transfers, vehicle, game drives, guide and driver (unless you’re self-driving) and some activities.”
6Kenya Safari Reviews
Nana is a travel writer and author of multiple guidebooks, including the Lonely Planet guides to Africa, Zambia & Malawi and South Africa.
From Game-Packed Hot Spots to Little-Known Wilderness
Kenya’s stunning landscapes include rainforest, beaches, deserts and mountains, but it’s the first-class wildlife watching that keeps so many visitors flocking back. Not only is it one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five,...
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 that will fulfill...
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A chance to discover another world
After arrival in Nairobi we travelled out to the bush/safari . We took a small plane to get there more quickly as there is a lot of driving of course on the safari - all of which our your operator organised and of which we had many choices...
Affordable, enjoyable, breath of fresh air, and memorable.
Kenya was laid back to the point that everything going on in the world didn't seem to matter much. People were nice. Infrastructure was poor. We went off season, so the safari experience was quite toned down but still enjoyable. Now we...
Beautiful to witness animals in their natural habitat
If you want to know what it feels like to be an animal at a zoo visit Masai Mara. Sitting in a car surrounded by animals in their natural habitat has got to be the best experience I have witnessed. From a mother cheetah carrying her baby...
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A wonderful experience in Kenya
A wonderful experience in Kenya October 2026 We are a group of friends who love to travel. It was our first time visiting Africa—specifically, Kenya. While searching for a safari, I found an invaluable advisor: Laurine. Talking with her...