Why Go on a Kenya Safari?

Witness the Wildebeest Migration

Every year, about 2 million animals follow the rains and their ancient instincts on an epic, 3 000-kilometre (1 900-mile) journey. Witnessing one of the death-defying river crossings is like watching a live National Geographic film.

Superb, Year-round Game Viewing

Thanks to a mild climate, wide open spaces and an abundance of wildlife in heavyweight destinations like the Masai Mara, Amboseli and Samburu, Kenya delivers sensational safari experiences any time of the year.

One-of-a-Kind Experiences

From floating silently over the Wildebeest Migration’s mega-herds in a hot-air balloon to having breakfast with giraffes at a luxurious manor house, Kenya offers the kind of experiences found nowhere else on Earth.

Exclusive Lodges & Camps

Despite some camps being situated in remote wilderness locations, they still offer superb amenities like private plunge pools, spas and gyms. You can even find silver chandeliers and copper bathtubs in the middle of the Masai Mara.

Convenient Add-ons

Regular flights and accessibility make it easy to combine your Kenya safari with a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure in Rwanda or Uganda. The same goes for crowning your trip with 
a visit to Kenya’s gorgeous coast or 
a tropical island in the Indian Ocean.

Top Safari Destinations in Kenya

Masai Mara National Reserve

The Masai Mara National Reserve’s wide-open plains provide a sanctuary for an abundance of animals like elephant, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, hyena and the Mara’s famous big cats: lion, leopard and cheetah. The reserve’s astonishing density of wildlife offers a spectacular safari experience no matter what time of the year you visit, and the wide-open plains and mild climate mean that vegetation is never too dense to see animals.

• Hot-air balloon safari – perfect for a honeymoon or anniversary

• The private conservancies’ exclusivity, excellent game viewing in sole-use areas and activities like night drives, bush walks and off-road game viewing – not permitted in the national reserve.

Amboseli National Park

With its perennial wetlands flourishing beneath towering Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park is the best place in East Africa to see massive herds of elephant. If you’re looking for that iconic postcard image of wildlife against a Kili backdrop, this is the place to get the shot.

Samburu National Reserve 

Samburu is an arrestingly beautiful, rocky landscape that heralds Kenya’s vast northern deserts. It’s the traditional homeland of the Samburu people and a haven for the unique Special 5: Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, long-neck gerenuk and Somali ostrich.

Highlights

• Incredibly scenic landscapes

• Spotting the unusual Samburu Special 5

• Luxurious tented camps and lodges

• Unique activities like game viewing by camelback

Laikipia

The high plains of Laikipia are increasingly recognised as one of Kenya’s best safari regions. It’s home to some of the country’s most encouraging conservation success stories like the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, a sanctuary for black and white rhinos as well as Grevy’s zebra.

Highlights

• A hidden gem destination with low visitor numbers

• Fantastic sightings of endangered rhinos

• Family-friendly safari lodges and camps

• Crowd-free game viewing and guided nature walks

Highlights

• Crowd-free game viewing, nature walks and off-road game drives in private game reserves

• Custom-made safaris for every traveller type – from families and honeymooners

• Incredible year-round game viewing, especially predators

• The Great Wildebeest Migration (December to October)

Consider Adding … 

Kenya’s Beaches

Relaxing along Kenya’s dazzling tropical Indian Ocean coastline is one of the best ways to end your safari.  From family-friendly resorts to exclusive beach villas, the country’s coastline offers excellent accommodation and superb diving and snorkelling spots.

Serengeti National Park

Home to one of the world’s greatest concentrations of wildlife and the majority of the Wildebeest Migration, the Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s flagship conservation area and a must-add to any Kenya safari itinerary.

Lake Nakuru National Park

Home to a shallow soda lake, Nakuru is the place to go for the best chance to see Kenya’s famous flocks of flamingos. But there’s also great game viewing on hand: rhino and hippo are among the heavyweights that can be spotted around the lake’s shores.

Top Safari Destinations in Kenya 

The Kruger

South Africa’s biggest and best-known national park is home to the country's greatest diversity of animals and exquisite safari lodges on private game reserves. As one of the oldest conservation areas in Africa, it boasts healthy populations of wildlife and highly sought-after sightings of cheetah and wild dog. But the Kruger’s pièce de résistance is the almost guaranteed encounter with the super-celebrities of the safari circuit: Africa’s iconic Big 5.

Dry Season: 

May–Oct

The dry winter season is considered the best time to go to Kruger for game viewing. Vegetation is low and sparse, making animals easier to spot and follow, and wildlife will not move far from remaining water sources at this time of year. It’s a very comfortable time for a safari with few mosquitoes around, little if any rain, and pleasant temperatures.

Highlights

• Luxurious lodges with spas, gyms, private pools and star-beds

• 5-star service and exquisite cuisine – some of the best safari food in Africa

• Virtual guarantee to see all the Big 5

Green Season:

Nov–Apr 

The summer’s afternoon thundershowers transform the Kruger into a beautiful, thriving green landscape that makes for superb photography. Game viewing is still good – with many young summer-born animals around it's a predator's paradise – and it's the best time to visit the Kruger for bird watching plus safari-and-beach holiday combinations.

Consider Adding …

Home to one of the world’s greatest concentrations of wildlife and the majority of the Wildebeest Migration, the Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s flagship conservation area and a must-add to any Kenya safari itinerary.

Kenya’s Beaches

Relaxing along Kenya’s dazzling tropical Indian Ocean coastline is one of the best ways to end your safari. From family-friendly resorts to exclusive beach villas, the country’s coastline offers excellent accommodation and superb diving and snorkelling spots.

Serengeti National Park

Home to a shallow soda lake, Nakuru is the place to go for the best chance to see Kenya’s famous flocks of flamingos. But there’s also great game viewing on hand: rhino and hippo are among the heavyweights that can be spotted around the lake’s shores.

Lake Nakuru National Park

When To Go

The Kruger

South Africa’s biggest and best-known national park is home to the country's greatest diversity of animals and exquisite safari lodges on private game reserves. As one of the oldest conservation areas in Africa, it boasts healthy populations of wildlife and highly sought-after sightings of cheetah and wild dog. But the Kruger’s pièce de résistance is the almost guaranteed encounter with the super-celebrities of the safari circuit: Africa’s iconic Big 5.

Dry Season: 

May–Oct

The dry winter season is considered the best time to go to Kruger for game viewing. Vegetation is low and sparse, making animals easier to spot and follow, and wildlife will not move far from remaining water sources at this time of year. It’s a very comfortable time for a safari with few mosquitoes around, little if any rain, and pleasant temperatures.

Highlights

• Luxurious lodges with spas, gyms, private pools and star-beds

• 5-star service and exquisite cuisine – some of the best safari food in Africa

• Virtual guarantee to see all the Big 5

Green Season:

Nov–Apr 

The summer’s afternoon thundershowers transform the Kruger into a beautiful, thriving green landscape that makes for superb photography. Game viewing is still good – with many young summer-born animals around it's a predator's paradise – and it's the best time to visit the Kruger for bird watching plus safari-and-beach holiday combinations.

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Kenya’s Top Conservancies 

DESTINATIONS:

• Nairobi National Park, Nairobi
• Selenkay Conservancy, Amboseli
• Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Laikipia
• Olare Motogori Conservancy, Masai Mara

THE EXPERIENCE:

This is the ideal itinerary for travellers seeking an authentic safari experience complimented by high levels of personalised service. Stay at fantastic tented camps that blend into their natural surroundings with minimal environmental impact, allowing you to experience the thrill of a safari under canvas without sacrificing the creature comforts. Enjoy guided nature walks with 
Maasai warriors, discover a stronghold for highly endangered rhino and crown your safari in the 
magical Masai Mara.

Days

Kenya Safari Trip Ideas

Private Safari:

Fly-in Safari:

Samburu & Masai Mara

DESTINATIONS:

• Kalama Conservancy, Samburu
• Sera Conservancy, Samburu
• Lemek & Mara North Conservancies, Masai Mara

THE EXPERIENCE:

This trip is perfect for couples or honeymooners. Each accommodation on this safari is an elegant tented camp with facilities such as swimming pools, spa treatments and private dining. The distances between destinations are taken care of by short flights, enabling you to enjoy as much time on safari as possible. You can look forward to a unique rhino tracking adventure and seeking out the Special 5 – Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, long-neck gerenuk and Somali ostrich.

Consider Adding… 

Here are some of our best packages, all completely customisable to your requirements and travel wishes:

This trip is perfect for couples or honeymooners. Each accommodation on this safari is an elegant tented camp with facilities such as swimming pools, spa treatments and private dining. The distances between destinations are taken care of by short flights, enabling you to enjoy as much time on safari as possible. You can look forward to a unique rhino tracking adventure and seeking out the Special 5 – Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, long-neck gerenuk and Somali ostrich – in Samburu, plus incredible game viewing in private conservancies along the Masai Mara. 

Rates generally depend on timing (i.e. key travel seasons like holidays) and level of luxury (the type of amenities and exclusivity). As a guideline, South Africa safaris can range anywhere from approximately 450 USD per person per night in low season to over 1 550 USD at the finest lodges in high season.

How Much is a 
South Africa  Safari?

How Much is a Kenya Safari?

Rates generally depend on timing (i.e. key travel seasons like holidays) and level of luxury (the type of amenities and exclusivity). As a guideline, Kenya safaris can range anywhere from approximately 350 USD per person per night in low season to over 1 450 USD at the finest lodges in high season.

Rates generally depend on timing (i.e. key travel seasons like holidays) and level of luxury (the type of amenities and exclusivity). As a guideline, Kenya safaris can range anywhere from approximately 350 USD per person per night in low season to over 1 450 USD at the finest lodges in high season.

What Costs are Included?

Most accommodations are all-inclusive; all your meals, snacks, beverages, alcohol (with some exceptions) are part of your room rate. In addition, your game drives and other excursions, like walking safaris and cultural village visits, will all be included. To operate in such remote areas at such a high level of hospitality, it takes some serious logistics and often means guest-to-staff ratios of more than 5-to-1. Not to mention many accommodations offer services like laundry, so you can pack light and travel easy.

The only things you’ll have to pay for are special activities (like hot-air balloon rides and spa treatments) and, in some cases, imported spirits. Beyond that, just gratuities for the incredible staff who will make your stay at each lodge so memorable.

How Much is a Kenya Safari?

Why Travel With Go2Africa

We are African

Based in Cape Town, our team of experts are all born and raised in Africa. We spend our own holidays on safari, and understand what goes into making every trip a once in a life-time experience.

We have first-hand knowledge of every single destination, lodge and activity we recommend. We spend more than 365 days a year on safari to ensure you get the best, unbiased advice.

We are safari experts

Our size and trusted relationships with Africa’s top operators gives us access to the best possible rates. If you find a better quote for your itinerary, let us know and we’ll match it.

Our best price promise

Your money stays in Africa

 As an African company, we ensure 100% of the money from your safari stays in Africa, supporting local communities and conservation projects, making a difference long after you return home.

24/7 On-safari support

Book with us and we’ll be alongside you from our first chat, offering 24/7 assistance and local know-how from the right time zone, whenever you need it.

Why Travel with Go2Africa

Complete financial protection

Your money is safe with us. All our clients are protected by our supplier default insurance and our accreditation bond with the Southern Africa Tourism Services Association.

We are African

Based in Cape Town, our team of experts are all born and raised in Africa. We spend our own holidays on safari, and understand what goes into making every trip a once in a life-time experience.

We are safari experts

We have first-hand knowledge of every single destination, lodge and activity we recommend. We spend more than 365 days a year on safari to ensure you get the best, unbiased advice.

Our best price promise

We have first-hand knowledge of every single destination, lodge and activity we recommend. We spend more than 365 days a year on safari to ensure you get the best, unbiased advice.

Your money stays in Africa

 As an African company, we ensure 100% of the money from your safari stays in Africa, supporting local communities and conservation projects, making a difference long after you return home.

24/7 On-safari support

Book with us and we’ll be alongside you from our first chat, offering 24/7 assistance and local know-how from the right time zone, whenever you need it.

Complete financial protection

Your money is safe with us. All our clients are protected by our supplier default insurance and our accreditation bond with the Southern Africa Tourism Services Association.

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Dry Seasons:

The weather is usually mild and dry from January to March, and most of the safari crowds are absent. June to October is safari’s high season – Kenya’s national parks and reserves see high visitor numbers, but weather conditions are fantastic and the Wildebeest Migration’s dramatic river crossings into the Mara take place. Staying inside the Masai Mara National Reserve means you’re a stone’s throw from the Migration’s action, while staying in a neighbouring private concession a little further away from the Migration hot spots means you can easily get to all the action but also retreat to tranquillity.

Green Season:

The ‘short rains’ season relieve the dry mid-year winter. Clouds build up in the mornings and break in spectacular – but generally short-lived – showers in the late afternoons. Migrant birds return from the northern hemisphere and resident plains game give birth, which means the predator action is thrilling. Landscapes are lush and green, which makes for perfect photography conditions.

Nov–Dec 

When to Go

Days

Private Safari 
Kenya’s Top Conservancies 

Also Consider Kenya

Samburu National Reserve 

Samburu is an arrestingly beautiful, rocky landscape that heralds Kenya’s vast northern deserts. It’s the traditional homeland of the Samburu people and a haven for the unique Special 5: Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, long-neck gerenuk and Somali ostrich.

Laikipia

The high plains of Laikipia are increasingly recognised as one of Kenya’s 
best safari regions. It’s home to some of the country’s most encouraging conservation success stories like Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, a sanctuary 
for black and white rhinos as well as Grevy’s zebra.

Kenya Beaches

Relaxing along Kenya’s dazzling tropical coastline is one of the best ways to crown your safari. From family-friendly resorts to exclusive beach villas, the country’s coastline offers excellent accommodation and superb diving and snorkelling spots.

Kenya Safari Trip Ideas

Here are some of our best packages, 
all completely customisable to your requirements and travel wishes:

• Nairobi National Park, Nairobi
  
• Selenkay Conservancy, Amboseli
• Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Laikipia
• Olare Motogori Conservancy, Masai Mara

The ideal itinerary for travellers seeking an authentic safari experience complimented by high levels of personalised service. Stay at fantastic tented camps that blend into their natural surroundings with minimal environmental impact, allowing you to experience the thrill of a safari under canvas without sacrificing the creature comforts. Enjoy guided nature walks with  Maasai warriors, discover a stronghold for highly endangered rhino and crown your safari in the magical Masai Mara.

Days

Fly-in Safari 
Samburu & Masai Mara 

DESTINATIONS:

• Kalama Conservancy, Samburu
• Sera Conservancy, Samburu
• Lemek & Mara North Conservancies, Masai Mara

THE EXPERIENCE:

Perfect for couples or honeymooners. Each accommodation is an elegant tented camp with facilities such as swimming pools, spa treatments and private dining. The distances between destinations are taken care of by short flights, enabling you to enjoy as much time on safari as possible. Look forward to a unique rhino tracking adventure and seeking out the Special 5 in Samburu, plus incredible game viewing in the Masai Mara's private conservancies.

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