Kenya

One of the most iconic safari destinations, it is probably safe to say that Kenya Safari options rank as the original African safari experience. With famous national parks like the Masai Mara, Amboseli and Samburu, a vibrant capital city like Nairobi, a white sandy beached coastline along the tropical Indian Ocean, Kenya Safari tours are one of the most visited African safari destinations. With wildlife spectacles like the Great Migration to the snow covered peaks of Africa’s second highest mountain Mt Kenya, the Big 5, amazing cultural interactions and classic Kilimanjaro views, Kenya has an amazing amount on offer.

We have compiled itineraries that incorporate these classic Kenyan safari highlights. Some of our favorite lodges and tented camps are based in Kenya. For an upmarket, exclusive authentic experience Cheli & Peacock operate some beautiful camps like Elsa’s Kopje in Meru, Joy’s Camp in Samburu or the well known Elephant Pepper Camp in the Mara. &Beyond manage Kichwa Tembo on the banks of the Mara River, the perfect location for the annual Great Migration.

Although the main attraction in Kenya is big game there is lots of cultural interaction. Diani Beach and the islands off the mainland offer magical beach getaways. Kenya is a classic destination and combines well with Tanzania or Gorilla Trekking in Uganda.

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  • Amboseli National Park

    Amboseli National Park is the second most visited Kenya safari park after the Masai Mara. Famed for the classic photographic image of elephants walking in front of snow capped Kilimanjaro, this is still one of the main attractions that the…

  • Masai Mara

    Most famous for the greatest animal spectacle on earth – the annual wildebeest migration – Kenya’s Masai Mara surpasses all expectations or preconceived notions with its sheer, uncompromising grandeur. With endless plains, huge blue skies and one of the world’s…

  • Nairobi

    Nairobi is Kenya’s capital city which historically and still to this day, is considered to be the international gateway hub to East Africa. More often than not, due to flight arrival times and logistics, travellers on an East Africa curcuit…

  • Naivasha

    Located in the beautiful Kenya Rift Valley basin, Naivasha is a compact market town northwest of Nairobi, best known as a stopping point for spellbinding Lake Naivasha. Aspiring wildlife photographers and nature lovers will marvel at Lake Naivasha and its…

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Climate

Kenya is too close to the equator to experience a real winter and a real summer. Temperatures inland are relatively temperate. Temperatures at the coast are hot and humid. It is hotter and drier in the north of the country. The warmest period is from mid-December until March, and the coolest is from…

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  • Kenya Family Safari – 15 Days

    Kenya Family Safari – 15 Days

    This vacation can be enjoyed by the whole family in one of Africa’s iconic destinations. Arrive in Nairobi and spend 2 nights acclimatizing at House of Waine and exploring Nairobi. Fly to Samburu Reserve and enjoy 2 nights at the Samburu Intrepids Club. Transfer to the Great Rift Valley Lodge and spend 2 nights exploring…


  • Original Big Game Safari – 8 Days

    Original Big Game Safari – 8 Days

    8 days of ultimate game viewing in one of the world’s best known safari destinations. Arrive in Nairobi and overnight at the House of Waine Boutique Hotel. Transfer to Amboseli and spend 2 nights at the luxury Porini Camp. Seek out Mount Kilimanjaro views from behind the clouds. Transfer to the game rich Masai Mara…


  • Gorilla Trekking & Kenya Safari

    Gorilla Trekking & Kenya Safari

    Overnight in Kigali with the opportunity to visit the Genocide Memorial before travelling to Sambora Kinigi near Volcanoes National Park. A full day is dedicated to gorilla trekking, followed by a cultural visit to connect with local traditions and community life. Fly to Nairobi, visiting the Daphne Sheldrick elephant orphanage and the Giraffe Centre. In Lewa…


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Climate

Kenya is too close to the equator to experience a real winter and a real summer. Temperatures inland are relatively temperate. Temperatures at the coast are hot and humid. It is hotter and drier in the north of the country. The warmest period is from mid-December until March, and the coolest is from late June to October; the long rains are from late April, through May, to early June, and the short rains come in November until mid-December. Daytime temperatures average between 20°C/68°F and 28°C/82°F, but it is warmer on the coast with temperatures sometimes rising above 30°C/86°F.

The coastal area is humid all year round and is tempered by the monsoon winds.