A Safari For Every Type Of Traveller
Kenya is everything you’d imagine an African safari destination to be. You can use our first-hand knowledge to help plan your ideal African trip.
Home to some of Africa’s best wildlife adventures, dramatic landscapes, rich and colorful culture and beautiful safari beaches, Kenya is the ideal destination for first-timers, honeymooners, families and seasoned safari alike.
The big-game-rich Masai Mara attracts all the attention, but the country is dotted with pioneering wildlife conservancies, as well as a host of beautiful national parks.
When we talk about Kenya safaris, we are talking about plenty of authentic experiences from Kenya Flight Safaris, Kenya Safari and Beach, Mountain Climbing Tours, Nairobi Excursions & Day Trips, Luxury Kenya Safaris, and all this to fit your safari holiday budget, delivering great-value bush-to-beach safari feeling.
Use the inspiration below to find a taste of African family-friendly safari vacations, romantic honeymoon packages, tempting African safari trips and affordable holidays. Keep in mind, all our itineraries are flexible and can be changed to suit you.
Discover Our Experiences
Whether your dream is to see the Big 5, follow the Wildebeest Migration, spend time with endangered gorillas, or simply enjoy sundowner drinks on an endless savannah, we will help create your flawless safari experience to immerse you in the magic of Africa.
Discover Immersive Safari Experiences
Kenya is packed with more than plenty for adventure-craving travellers, and has it all when it comes to sights to see, beach safari breaks, diverse destinations and culture. Whether you are focused primarily on wildlife viewing, or have mixed specific interests to explore, we can customize your African holiday to include some of the best Kenya safari activities that are a priority for you.
With the game rich game plains of the Masai Mara, marvelous foothills of Mount Kenya and the turquoise waters of the Kenyan coast, there are lots of things to do on a Kenya safari.
When planning your safari to Kenya, consider including a few of these Kenya safari activities to keep everyone entertained.
Hot Air Balloon Safaris
Safari Sundowner
Night Game Drives
Walking Safari Experience
Discover Magical Masai Mara
Celebrated for delivering exceptional Big Cat sightings of (lions, leopards and cheetahs). Masai Mara is home to an excellent year-round concentration of game, including the highlight of any Masai Mara safari; the well-known Great Migration, one of the best places to watch the world’s fastest mammal chase down its prey.
From watching documentaries – experience it for yourself, our Kenya safaris to Masai Mara; and discover some of our favourite reasons to visit the Masai Mara National Park.
Kenya Flight Safaris
Fly me to Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu, Laikipia, Meru & Diani.
From the sky take in the breathtaking sceneries and the benefit to the obvious advantages of seeing and doing more in less time; your aerial viewpoint giving you the full picture. For most safari travellers, a Kenya fly-in safari has an added layer of thrill and excitement.
Kenya Safari & Beach Holidays
Discover our blend of the best Kenya safaris with beach extension, it’s easy to add a fly-in safari onto your Diani beach holiday, Malindi holiday or rather Watamu. These Kenya’s beaches are full of wildlife surprises and are ideal for romantics & families.
Combine the excitement of adventure in the bush followed by refreshing times on the soft sandy beaches of the Kenyan coast.
Masai Mara & Diani Beach
Laikipia, Masai Mara & Diani Beach
Samburu, Masai Mara & Diani Beach
Laikipia,Masai Mara & Zanzibar Safari
Nairobi Day Tours & City Tours
You might be a business traveler / solo traveler in Nairobi looking for the best way to spend a free day and you’d be surprised how much you can experience in a day.
Nairobi is the gateway to so much that’s good about Kenya and the starting point for many an unforgettable safaris in Africa. If you are looking for amazing things to do in Nairobi, it’s also an ideal base for an exciting day trip due to its magical proximity to nature.
Classic Kenya Safari Experiences
Kenya remains one of Africa’s classic safari destination, there’s a wealth of amazing wildlife, but also Kenyan beach experiences, to suit couples, families, and solo travelers, making it one of most luxurious vacations in Africa.
We’ll customize a once-in-a-lifetime Kenya itinerary that reflects your specific interests, passions, and dreams.
More Reasons To Travel
Our team of safari experts have created these safari holiday ideas to get you started. Take your time to search through them and find something that is the inspiration for your first safari adventure.
These safari itineraries are designed to give you some suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Kenya, and they display some of the safari routes that we’ve found to work particularly well.
From seeing the great wildebeest migration in the iconic Masai Mara and Amboseli’s famous elephant herds against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro to cultural encounters in Samburu, a Kenya tour package will never disappoint.
Kenya still boasts the perfect choice for, mountain trekking, family safaris and beach getaways in the whole of East Africa safari destinations. The exclusive safari lodges and luxury camps bring the vibe of an authentic safari travel.
We will help you plan your Kenya vacation, shaping it around your individual tastes and preferences.
Apart from our exciting wildlife game drives, these packages and vacations to Kenya includes the best of these, from hot-air balloon safari flights, safaris to private conservancies in Kenya, night game drives, horse riding safaris, safari sundowners to walking safaris and photographic safaris. Not only are our Kenya travel packages chosen to inspire but also to inform and educate you.
East Africa Safari Holiday FAQs - Useful Tour Information & Advice
Planning an African safari tour can be stressful at times and you’ll have a lot of general tour questions which you’ll want answered before booking your tours to Africa. That said, our list below offers you a head start, making it easier to plan your safari adventure.
Frequently asked safari questions cover topics like what to pack, visa requirements, Africa wildlife sightings, best times to go for an African tour, and Africa safari tips.
Vaccinations required for Africa safari tour in 2023/2024 may include yellow fever, hepatitis A and B, typhoid, tetanus, polio, and depending on the region, malaria and meningitis vaccines might be recommended. Every destination is different as the government vaccine requirements vary. As standard, many safari areas have malaria present and medication is recommended.
Ensure you have the right vaccinations for travel to Africa before you set off on your trip. The vaccinations normally recommended for every country are: Yellow Fever especially in Kenya, hepatitis A + B, typhoid and diphtheria.
Compulsory Vaccination for Kenya and Uganda is a Yellow Fever inoculation.
Moreover, malaria is still on the list of vaccinations and common throughout all the areas we operate safaris, so we strongly advise you to take malaria prophylactics. It will be an inconvenience for you to experience delays and long waiting lists, so make sure you get your vaccinations booked up in advance!
Every destination is different as the government vaccine requirements vary. As standard, many safari areas have malaria present and medication is recommended.
It’s essential to consult with your healthcare provider for specific advice tailored to your itinerary and health needs.
Luggage weight limits when traveling to Africa can vary by airline and ticket class, but standard allowances often range from 15kg (33lbs) to 20kg (44lbs) When it comes to packing your bags for your Africa safari, you need to consider restrictions for any light aircraft flights by checking with your airline for precise limits recommendations.
East Africa safari visa and entry requirements vary by country, but generally, travelers may need a visa for entry. Countries can change their requirements and advice at short notice, so check the latest information.
Commonly visited countries like Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Uganda often require a visa, which can be obtained upon arrival or online, but specific regulations should be checked at relevant authorities sites to get the most up-to-date visa information. Make sure you have everything you need to travel to and from your destination with ease.
The amount of cash to bring on an Africa safari depends on personal spending habits and the destination, something often overlooked in trip preparations. It’s advisable to carry a mix of cash and cards, you will find it easiest to make small purchases in local currencies and will usually receive a better price and also change when required. Carrying cards for larger expenses is advisable due to safety and convenience.
Local cash comes in handy when you want to buy meals, drinks, and any activities not included in your itinerary. If you want to tip your guide/driver, this is always done in cash. But also keep in mind tipping in an African safari is ALWAYS completely optional, and you should feel free to tip however you see fit.
Pack lightweight, comfortable, and casual clothing for a Kenyan safari, including long sleeves, pants, comfortable closed-toe shoes, a wide-brimmed hat, and layers for cooler mornings and evenings on game drives. For more details, we suggest you do your own safari packing essentials and find out what fits your interests.
Browse our safari clothing packing advice on what to pack for your African tour:
- Lightweight trousers /shorts and t-shirts remain ideal for the daytime drives.
- Lightweight jacket / fleece for the early mornings and evenings.
- Remember to also pack some warm socks and a woolly hat would be suggested for early morning and evening game drives.
- Hiking shoes
Other items we would suggest you bring along with you include:
- Sunscreen glasses & hat/cap
- Comfy Shoes / Sandals
- Flip Flops to wear during the day
- A Torch / Lamp
- Binoculars
- Phone/laptop charger
- Pack your medication, and a spare set of spectacles or contact lenses if you wear these.
The best time to witness the dramatic Masai Mara wildebeest migration in Kenya is typically between mid-July through mid-September where your chances of witnessing a river crossing are generally much higher. In early October marks the end of the herd crossing the river from Kenya down into Tanzania, as thunderstorms begin in the north the herds will embark on their return journey back to the Serengeti.
Checkout our Migration safari offers.
Choosing between Kenya and Tanzania for an African safari depends on personal preferences, BUT Kenya is the most chosen being cost & budget friendly during both high and low seasons. Secondly, when it comes to the best places to stay in Kenya and Tanzania, both destinations offer fantastic accommodations. Thirdly in terms of Big 5 sightings, the wildebeest migration & general game viewing, both destinations are safari heavyweights. In terms of privacy and extending your safari beyond game drives, there are more private conservancies in Kenya than Tanzania which offer you plenty of activities inside the park.
Lastly, Kenya safari is the most sought-after destination for the world’s best safari experiences, evident from the large number of celebrities visiting year in year out.
We tend to enforce a maximum person per vehicle policy of 6. Meaning, although you’ll be sharing with other guests, everyone will get a side-view seat with unhindered views.
Some trips are designed in such a way that a private vehicle and guide are included for a portion of the trip, but the use of a private vehicle throughout your safari comes at an additional cost.
The ideal duration for an East Africa safari package often ranges from 5 to 14 days, this allows you to enjoy a comfortable and a well-rounded rewarding safari experience during this African tour package. It also depends on the destinations you will visit, wildlife interests, and personal preferences.
We have a 24 hour emergency line. If anything goes south, we’re ready to assist you regardless of time or date.
Many tented camps in Africa provide fitted mosquito nets in all rooms which are also insect proofed to protect you against malaria mosquito bites and other insect bites, ensuring a comfortable and safe stay.
It’s also advisable to carry insect repellent to further protect yourself especially in the outdoors during evenings.
Having Trouble?
Have any further question about your Africa safari that we haven’t answered above? Contact our office and we’ll be more than happy to answer any of your queries.
