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2 Days / 1 Night Masai Mara safari
A 2-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
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Curated expeditions through the heart of the continent.
Safari packages focused on Kenya's most iconic wildlife destination — the Maasai Mara National Reserve and its surrounding private conservancies. Home to the Big Five, resident predators, and the annual Great Wildebeest Migration.
A 2-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
Experience the soul of Kenya through its majestic wildlife and ancient traditions.
Witness the earth-shaking spectacle of millions of wildebeest and zebra crossing the Mara River, a primal theater of survival and the most dramatic wildlife event on the planet.
Walk in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro and encounter the world’s most thoroughly studied and magnificent elephant herds roaming the ancient, dusty lakebeds.
Explore a striking string of alkaline lakes, home to immense flocks of vibrant pink flamingos, rare rhinos, and dramatic escarpments that slice through the African continent.
Discover the world-renowned parks and conservancies that make Kenya an unrivalled safari destination.
national parkBest time: June to October (dry season) is best for game viewing; clear days for Kilimanjaro views are best early morning.
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Experience the Maasai Mara's legendary big-cat corridor on this 3-day road safari from Nairobi. Two full days of game drives target lions, leopards, and cheetahs across the Mara Triangle and northern plains. Private 4x4 with experienced guides, flexible lodge tiers from budget to mid-range. Perfect first safari or quick wildlife escape.
Combine two distinct ecosystems on this 4-day safari. Start with boat safaris and freshwater lake activities at Lake Naivasha (bird watching, hippo encounters), then move into the Maasai Mara for 2 full days of big-cat and migration viewing. Covers 280 km through the Rift Valley-ideal for travelers wanting landscape variety alongside wildlife.
A 4-day Kenya safari designed to show clear value-for-money, sensible lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to avoid feeling rushed.
A 4-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A 5-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
This 5-day route builds intensity across three distinct parks. Day 1-2: Lake Nakuru's alkaline lake ecosystem-track black and white rhinos, photograph flamingos against escarpment cliffs. Day 2-3: Lake Naivasha's freshwater contrast-boat safaris, Hell's Gate gorge walk, Crescent Island game sanctuary. Day 4-5: Maasai Mara's open plains for predator sightings. Best for photographers and multi-habitat explorers.
Two of Kenya's most iconic parks in one safari. Maasai Mara (2.5 days): big cats, predator action, potential migration crossings. Amboseli (2.5 days): massive elephant families with Mount Kilimanjaro as a snow-capped backdrop-one of Africa's most photographed views. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers wanting iconic frame moments.
A 5-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
The ultimate Kenya safari-to-coast combo. Five days across four distinct ecosystems: Maasai Mara (big cats), Lake Naivasha (freshwater activities), Amboseli (elephants and Kilimanjaro), Tsavo West (red volcanic soil, baobabs, lesser-known wildlife). Finish with 1 night in Diani Beach on the Indian Ocean. One trip covers savanna, lakes, semi-arid bush, and coral reef-ideal for multi-destination travelers.
A 6-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A 6-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A methodical, unhurried 7-day route across Kenya's Rift Valley heartland. Amboseli's elephant herds and Kilimanjaro views (2 days), Lake Nakuru's rhino sanctuaries and flamingo flocks (1.5 days), Lake Naivasha's freshwater contrast and boat safaris (1.5 days), Maasai Mara's predator territory (2 days). Three full game-drive days in the Mara-enough time to find that leopard sighting. Best for travelers wanting depth over speed.
A 7-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
Cross the Kenya-Tanzania border on this 8-day mega-safari. Maasai Mara (2.5 days) → Lake Victoria region (1 day) → Serengeti's endless plains (2 days, potential Migration crossing July-October) → Ngorongoro Crater wildlife circus (1 day) → Tarangire's baobab groves and elephant herds (1 day). Covers 800+ km through Africa's most dramatic landscapes. Requires border crossing logistics-we handle visas and transfers.
The definitive Kenya-Tanzania safari. Three nights each in the Maasai Mara (big-cat hotspot), Serengeti (endless wildlife, Migration July-October), and Ngorongoro Crater (world's largest intact caldera, 25,000 animals in one crater floor). Fly-in between parks or road route based on your preference. Ideal for travelers with 10+ days and a bucket-list mindset.
Charter flight safari packages that skip the road and put you straight into the bush — ideal for short trips or for combining multiple parks in less time.
Fly to Amboseli and enjoy an afternoon game drive. Morning and afternoon game drives across swamps and plains.
Fly north and begin with a conservancy activity. Full-day conservancy activities with flexible pacing.
Fly to Lewa and begin with an afternoon game drive. Morning and afternoon drives in conservancy zones.
Fly north to Loisaba and begin with an afternoon game drive. Game drives with optional guided activities.
Fly to Mara and enjoy an afternoon game drive. Morning and afternoon game drives with optional upgrades.
Fly to Meru and begin with an afternoon game drive. Morning and afternoon drives in Meru landscapes.
Fly to Samburu and start with an afternoon game drive. Full game-viewing day with a focus on northern species.
Fly to Mara and begin with an afternoon drive. Full-day game viewing in key Mara sectors.
A combined safari and beach holiday built to balance wildlife time, transfer logic, and coast downtime without losing pricing clarity.
Fly to Amboseli and begin with an afternoon game drive. Morning and afternoon drives in Amboseli landscapes.
Fly to Mara and begin with an afternoon luxury game drive. Full game-viewing day with private pacing.
Classic game-drive circuits departing and returning to Nairobi — covering the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo, Lake Nakuru, Samburu, and other iconic Kenya parks.
A 2-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A 2-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A 3-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A 3-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A 3-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A short Samburu circuit designed around rare northern species, dramatic river landscapes, and a more exclusive safari feel than the southern parks.
A 4-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A 4-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A 4-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A 5-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
A practical cross-border safari linking Amboseli’s elephant country with Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro in one efficient East Africa circuit.
A longer Kenya wildlife circuit covering Amboseli, Rift Valley lakes, and the Maasai Mara with enough time for proper game drives instead of rushed transfers.
A better-paced cross-border safari that opens in Amboseli, gives Serengeti a full extra wildlife day, and finishes with a crater-focused close in northern Tanzania.
An expansive Kenya safari built for travelers who want more than the standard circuit, with extra time for wildlife, landscapes, and a slower overall pace.
The slow-travel East Africa grand tour. Maasai Mara (3 full days-enough to see multiple kill events, track big cats), Serengeti (3+ days catching the Migration or year-round predator drama), Ngorongoro (2 days including crater floor descent), plus Lake Manyara and optional Tarangire. Minimal transfer days, maximum wildlife time. Best for photographers, naturalists, and travelers seeking a truly deep East Africa immersion.
A 12-day Kenya safari designed to show strong value-for-money, practical lodge tiers, and enough wildlife time to feel complete.
The ultimate 2-week East Africa odyssey. Four nights Maasai Mara, four nights Serengeti (maximize Migration odds or predator encounters), three nights Ngorongoro (including 2 crater floor descents), plus side excursions to Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and optional mountain lodge stays. Paced for comfort-no more than one transfer every 2-3 days. Only for travelers with serious time and a passion for wildlife diversity.
Game drive circuits that begin in Nairobi and end at the Kenya coast — combining the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, or Tsavo with a beach finish in Diani, Mombasa, Malindi, or Watamu.
A Kenya safari-and-coast itinerary built to balance wildlife time, transfer logic, and beach downtime without hiding the real price ladder.
A four-day Kenya coast escape built around beach downtime in Diani, optional marine experiences, and a full inland excursion into Shimba Hills.
A combined safari and beach holiday built to balance wildlife time, transfer logic, and coast downtime without losing pricing clarity.
A multi-stop Kenya holiday pairing safari highlights with a Diani Beach finish, designed for guests who want wildlife, downtime, and one seamless itinerary.
Full-day safari excursions departing Nairobi — Amboseli with Kilimanjaro views, Lake Nakuru for rhinos and flamingos, Hell's Gate cycling and Lake Naivasha boat rides, and Ol Pejeta Conservancy for the Big Five. Perfect for travellers with limited time or adding a wildlife day to a business trip.
Depart Nairobi before dawn and arrive in Amboseli as the morning mist lifts off the savannah. Spend the day tracking large elephant families across open plains, with Mount Kilimanjaro forming a stunning backdrop. Return to Nairobi in the evening with memories to last a lifetime.
Hell's Gate is the only Kenyan national park where you walk and cycle alongside the wildlife. This full-day adventure combines a guided bike ride through soaring lava cliffs with a boat safari on the peaceful shores of Lake Naivasha — a wonderfully active alternative to a traditional game drive.
Lake Nakuru National Park sits in the heart of the Great Rift Valley, just three hours from Nairobi. This full-day excursion packs in rhino tracking, big cat sightings, and flamingo-fringed lakeshores into a single spectacular day out of the capital.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Laikipia is home to the Big Five, the world's last two northern white rhinos, and a unique chimpanzee sanctuary. This full-day trip from Nairobi combines morning and afternoon game drives with a visit to the northern white rhino enclosure — a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter.
Curated Nairobi city experiences — Nairobi National Park game drives, the Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Karen Blixen Museum, Nairobi National Museum, and the Bomas of Kenya. Perfect as an arrival-day or departure-day addition to any safari.
A same-day Kenya excursion designed to show a clear entry price, optional private upgrades, and enough context for clients to compare city experiences quickly.
A same-day Kenya excursion designed to show a clear entry price, optional private upgrades, and enough context for clients to compare city experiences quickly.
A same-day Kenya excursion designed to show a clear entry price, optional private upgrades, and enough context for clients to compare city experiences quickly.
A same-day Kenya excursion designed to show a clear entry price, optional private upgrades, and enough context for clients to compare city experiences quickly.
A same-day Kenya excursion designed to show a clear entry price, optional private upgrades, and enough context for clients to compare city experiences quickly.
A same-day Kenya excursion designed to show a clear entry price, optional private upgrades, and enough context for clients to compare city experiences quickly.
Guided excursions through Kenya's oldest port city — Fort Jesus UNESCO heritage site, the Old Town spice markets, Haller Park, and the Likoni Ferry crossing. Ideal as a standalone day tour or an add-on to a beach stay.
A same-day Kenya excursion designed to show a clear entry price, optional private upgrades, and enough context for clients to compare city experiences quickly.
Summit climbs on Africa's highest peaks — Mount Kenya via the Sirimon, Naro Moru, or Chogoria routes, and Kilimanjaro via Lemosho, Machame, or Marangu. Guided by experienced mountain leaders with full equipment and acclimatisation planning.
A Mount Kenya departure that needs cleaner public pricing, clearer support tiers, and better pre- and post-climb framing.
A Mount Kenya departure that needs cleaner public pricing, clearer support tiers, and better pre- and post-climb framing.
Best time: July to October for the Great Migration; year-round for resident predators.
national parkBest time: June to October for dry season game viewing at water sources.
The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is the local currency. US Dollars are widely accepted at hotels, lodges, and for tipping. Credit cards work at major hotels and restaurants in cities. Safari lodges typically accept cards. ATMs are available in major towns. We recommend carrying some USD cash in small denominations for tips and small purchases.
English and Swahili are the two official languages. English is widely spoken in tourism, business, and urban areas. Your safari guides will speak excellent English. Learning a few Swahili phrases like "Jambo" (hello) and "Asante" (thank you) is appreciated by locals and adds to the experience.
Pack light, neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, beige, olive) as bright colours can disturb wildlife. Bring a warm fleece or jacket for early morning game drives (it can be surprisingly cold), comfortable walking shoes, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen (SPF 50+), insect repellent with DEET, binoculars, and a camera with zoom lens. Most lodges offer laundry service.
Tipping is customary and appreciated. General guidelines: safari driver-guide $15–20 per person per day, lodge/camp staff $10–15 per person per day (shared), porters $1–2 per bag, restaurant waiters 10% of the bill. These are guidelines — tip according to the quality of service you receive.
Safari transfers are included in our tour packages, typically in custom 4x4 Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs for game viewing. Between distant parks, domestic flights save time (e.g., Nairobi to Maasai Mara is 45 minutes by air vs 5-6 hours by road). We arrange all internal transfers and can include scenic flight options.
Mobile coverage is surprisingly good across Kenya, including most safari areas. Safaricom is the main provider. You can buy a local SIM card at the airport for affordable data and calls. Wi-Fi is available at most lodges and camps, though speeds vary. We recommend downloading offline maps before your trip.
Serengeti plains meets Zanzibar beaches. Safari and island escape in one trip.
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