Kenya

Africa's original safari destination

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Highlights

Famous For

Masai Mara: The Wildebeest Migration and incredible cheetah sightings
Amboseli: Diverse landscapes with best views of Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak
Tsavo: So large it is two impressive national parks, East and West Tsavo

When To Visit

Peak Season: July to October
Wildebeest cross the Mara River
Green Season: November to April
Short rains – November Long rains – April to June
Shoulder Season: April to May
Migrant birds and baby grazers drop

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Why Visit Kenya

Kenya is one of the foremost safari destinations in the world because of the concentration of game. The wide plains of the Masai Mara make it easy to see the animals and the open landscape is perfect for cheetahs to run down their prey. Prides of lion make the most of the herbivores, lying in wait for the throngs of wildebeest that crash over the Mara River at midyear during their circular annual migration. The rich grazing is ideal for large herds of buffalo and zebra, while reticulated and Masai giraffe, leopard, hyena and beisa oryx are all found here. It is a photographer and wildlife lover’s dream destination, with beautiful sunrises and dramatic sunsets. Take one morning to get up before dawn and watch the sun warm the earth from the peace of a hot-air balloon.

Itineraries to inspire you

Here are our favourite Kenya Itineraries to inspire you. All of our itineraries can be tailored to meet your specific requirements.

Luxury itineraries

Exemplary accommodation that offers welcome touches that are a step up and provide an extra level of indulgence.

Wildlife and Waves

Lewa | Masai Mara | Diani
DURATION: 12 NIGHTS

Offbeat Kenya

Meru | Tsavo West | Greater Amboseli
DURATION: 8 NIGHTS

Mara Migration

Masai Mara | Olare Motorogi
DURATION: 6 NIGHTS

Complete Kenya

Amboseli | Masai Mara | Lewa | Laikipia | Samburu
DURATION: 14 NIGHTS

Follow the Herds

Nairobi | Masai Mara | Olare Motorogi
DURATION: 6 NIGHTS

Comfortable itineraries

Very congenial surroundings with everything you need for an enjoyable safari grounded in tried-and-tested camps and lodges.

Drive Kenya's Highlights

Amboseli | Lake Nakuru | Naboisho
DURATION: 7 NIGHTS

Our Favourite Kenya Destinations

Nairobi

An overnight stay in Nairobi gives you so much to see and do: feed orphaned elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, kiss an endangered Rothschild’s giraffe at Giraffe Manor, shop for beaded jewellery handmade from clay taken from the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro… Nairobi is a modern African city full of contrasts like heaving traffic but also the peace of Nairobi National Park where you could photograph lions and elephants against distant skyscrapers. Accommodation ranges from the historic farm owned by the writer of Out of Africa to super-luxe hotels with views of the famous Ngong Hills.

Masai Mara

The Mara is synonymous with Kenya – it’s easy to conjure up images of golden grass, large prides of lion and a blood-red setting sun. The Mara is home to the Maa people who herd mottled cattle with impressive horns in their iconic red shukas . This is a large area that borders Serengeti National Park in Tanzania to the west and encompasses the Masai Mara National Reserve (which is public) and the Mara Triangle (a group of conservancies that are private). If you are a new visitor to Africa, this is an exceptional place to have your first-ever safari.

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Amboseli

An easy flight from Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Amboseli is unusual in that it offers a variety of landscapes and habitats. You can go from dusty plains to marshes, tangles of trees to rocky outcrops. Although it is a small park by East African standards, it is a great way to ease into your safari and get your eye ‘in’ to spot animals after a long journey. One of the highlights is that Amboseli has the best views of glacier-capped Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa and the world’s tallest freestanding mountain, even though it is in neighbouring Tanzania.

Diani Beach

After all the early wake-up calls and long nights around the fire, we love ending a safari with a few days on the beach. Kenya offers powdery sand, warm water, good snorkeling and a laidback vibe. Diani has bigger resorts with plenty of fun options if you’re travelling with children who will love going for camel rides on the beach. If you want a more secluded beach experience, head down to Galu for more privacy and intimate, upscale accommodation. Spend your days on a hammock in a cool breeze from the Indian Ocean, unwinding in the perfect stillness…

Options to extend your Kenya itinerary

Here are a few of our favourite options to add to your Kenya itinerary. These extensions are here for inspiration. We know that time is a precious commodity and we can tailor them to meet your requirements.

Focus on Gorillas

Entebbe | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
DURATION: 4 NIGHTS

Remote and Wild

Arusha | Katavi | Mahale Mountains
DURATION: 8 NIGHTS

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