How Much Does A Safari Cost In Kenya?

The cost of Safari normally depends on the number of days you have to spend in the country and what type of accommodations would you like to choose and what type of Safari would you like to go with. The Kenya Safari cost will range from $500 to $5000 per person according to your choices and preferences. There are few extra costs for additional special activities if you prefer, like; Hot Air Balloon, Night game drives, Birding Safari, and other activities. Tipping in Kenya Safari is also followed by most of the travelers and you will need to include it in the Safar cost.

What Is The Best Time To Go On Safari In Kenya?

Kenya welcomes you year around with its diverse nature and wildlife habitat. There are 2 main seasons in Kenya; Dry and Wet season. The best time to visit Kenya Safari is on dry season which is from June to September and December to January.

How Long Should I Spend On Safari In Kenya?

The length of the Safari depends on what you won't see, what is your holiday duration, budget, and if you are traveling for the first time. The normal spending time in Safari is 7 to 9 days. The longer you spend time in the parks; it is more likely to spot wild.

What Wildlife Can I See In Kenya?

You will be able to see most of the wild animals and birds in Kenya. However, the most important ones are Big5 and Big9. The Big5 are; Lion, Leopards, Rhino, Elephant and Cape buffalo. The Big Nine are; Big Five and Cheetah, Giraffe, Hippopotamus, Zebra. This is one of the most important Kenya Safari Facts.

What Is The Accommodation Like On Safari?

Kenya Lodge Safari and hotel accommodations range from deluxe, world-class properties to local inns, full-service tented camps, game-park lodges, beach resorts, and campgrounds. You can go with properties that are Mid Luxury and above.

How Long Is The Flight From The Us To Nairobi?

It depends on which state you are coming from it could take upwards of 36 hours to get from the US to Nairobi.Example: If you are flying from Los Angeles to Nairobi with Air France and had one layover in Paris. That first leg will be 11 hrs. Paris to Nairobi would come up to 9 hours.

How Much Are Flights?

The price is decided according to your choice of airlines and seat preference. There are flights starting from $700 for base level economy. The flights are long and typically overnight. This is the best time to use those credit card or airline points to upgrade to business class and enjoy the every worth of it.

Do You Have To Get Vaccinations To Go On Safari?

There are no major requirements of vaccinations to visit Kenya. However, if you are travelling from a country which is affected from Yellow fever, then you will need to carry a Yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Kenya. The other recommended vaccines are; Typhoid, Tetanus, Hepatitis A, Malaria and Rabies.

What Is The Best Safari In Kenya?

As pet the Kenya Travel guide, the best Safari in Kenya is; Game drives and bush safari, Beach Safari, Bird watching and more. The best safari destinations in Kenya are; Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya, Tsavo National Parks, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Mombasa Beach, Samburu, Shaba and Buffalo spring National Reserves.

Is Kenya Safe For Safari?

The Safaris in Kenya are 100% safe. Riding around in the open air vehicles on game drives is one of the coolest experiences. At times you will be within 5 to 6 feet of lions but never once you will feel scared. Kenya guides are very experienced and know how to read these animals. Additionally, if anything were to happen to a guest a guide can lose their license entirely, so they will not put you in a situation that would ultimately harm you. It’s important to trust them and listen to their directions!

Where Is The Safari In Kenya?

The Safaris are organized in the National parks and conservation areas. The best safaris of Kenya are arranged in Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and other main national parks.

Is Kenya Or Tanzania Safari Better?

Both of the countries has the similar way of tourism with all the wilderness and landscapes, but Kenya got into the tourism industry very earlier than Tanzania, so Kenya would be a preferred place for Safari in Africa. You can also opt for Kenya Tanzania combined safari.

Is Kenya Expensive For Tourists?

Yes, Kenya is an expensive country to visit as a tourist. The gap between what locals earn and what you spend as a tourist is also very large. The minimum salary in Kenya is only 20038 sh, which amounts to $186, while as a tourist we already spend $186 per day. This makes Kenya even for Kenyans themselves very expensive.

Are Persons With Special Needs Able To Participate In Kenya Safari Tours?

Yes, if you request with specific needs, the safari and accommodation facility will be available for a wheel chair passenger. The diet requirement can also be arranged. The guides and drivers are experienced to take care of specially able people.

14 Days Best Of Kenya Safari | Aard Wolf Africa Safari

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Experience the very best of Kenya’s Opulence safari at its finest. This safari offers you a unique taste of Private conservancies offering cultural and wildlife experiences as well as humanitarian touch.

Itinerary

1

Nairobi/Hotel
Pick up from JKIA and we transfer you to your hotel. Overnight at Tamarind Tree Hotel (BB)
2

Nairobi/Meru National Park
After early breakfast we transfer you to Wilson Airport for your morning flight to Meru. Upon arrival at the airstrip you will be received by your driver guide from Elsa Kopje who will transfer you to your lodge game drive Enroute for lunch. After lunch we have a scheduled afternoon game drive followed by dinner. Overnight at Elsa Kopje Camp (AL)
3&4

Meru National Park Two days spent with scheduled game drives. Guided walking safaris, sundowners, bush breakfast, fishing catch and release and relaxing by the pool. Overnight at Elsa Kopje Camp (AL)
5

Meru/Samburu (Kalama Conservancy) Wake up early morning for breakfast and then transfer you to the airstrip for your 1020 am flight to Samburu. Upon arrival at Samburu Kalama Airstrip you will be met by your Saruni’s camp driver guide who will then transfer you to your camp for lunch. After lunch we have an afternoon game drive. Overnight at Saruni Samburu Camp (AL)
6&7

Samburu Game Reserve (Kalama Conservancy) Two days spent with morning and afternoon game drives in the conservancy. Elephants abound; you may see lion, leopard, cheetah, reticulated giraffe, buffalo, gerenuk, grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, oryx and crocodile. Activities to enjoy while at camp are guided bush walks, night game drive, picnic excursion, bush meals and a sundowner.Overnight at Saruni Samburu Camp (AL)
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Samburu/Lewa Conservancy After breakfast you will be transferred to the airstrip for your morning flight to Lewa Downs. Lewa Conservancy is a safe and secure habitat for endangered and vulnerable species such as the black rhino, Grevy’s zebra, elephant, and lion and reticulated giraffe. The conservancy applies research, monitoring and technology to make informed conservation decisions and promote ecosystem health. Overnight at Lewa Kifaru House (AL) (AL)
9&10

Lewa Conservancy Day spent with scheduled game drives in search of animals within the conservancy, guided walking safaris, a sundowner and a bush breakfast in one of the mornings. Other activities offered at (extra cost) are horse riding, cultural Masai village visit, night game drives, camel rides & visit Ngare Ndare forest. Overnight at Lewa Kifaru House (AL)
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Lewa Conservancy/Masai Mara Game Reserve (Mara North Conservancy) After breakfast we depart for the Airstrip in time for your morning flight to Masai Mara. Upon arrival at the Airstrip you will be met by your driver guide who will transfer you to your camp in time for lunch. After lunch we have afternoon game drive starting at 4pm followed by dinner. Mara North Conservancy (MNC) is a beautiful private wilderness area of more than 30,000 hectares. It is a vital part of the Maasai Mara ecosystem as it forms the north-western zone, bordering the Maasai Mara National Reserve in the south of Kenya. The Conservancy has one of the most densely populated wildlife areas within the Masai Mara Ecosystem rich in wildlife, birds and open savannah. Uninterrupted exclusive private and protected conservancy. Overnight at Saruni Mara Camp (AL)
12&13

Masai Mara Game Reserve (Mara North Conservancy) Two days spent game viewing with morning and afternoon game drive to experience the Mara magic! Kenya’s premier reserve is famed for its astounding concentration of wildlife and harbouring lions, leopards, cheetah, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, Masai giraffes, hippos, black rhinos, spotted hyenas many species of antelopes. The climax is the annual great wildebeest migration in July, August, September and October of each year. In addition, more than 470 species of birds have been identified in the park with almost 60 species being raptors. The birds include vultures, marabou storks, secretary birds, horn bills, crowned cranes, ostriches, long-crested eagles, African pygmy-falcons and the lilac-breasted roller. Enjoy night game drives, bush meals, bush walks and picnic excursions etc. Other extra activities at extra cost is balloon safari with champagne breakfast and an authentic Masai village visit. Overnight at Saruni Mara Camp (AL)
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Masai Mara/Nairobi After breakfast you will be transferred to Airport for your morning or afternoon direct flight to Nairobi. Upon arrival at Wilson Airport we transfer you to JKIA for your international homebound flight (B) END OF SAFARI

NB: Price will depend on the season

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All local flight tickets to Meru, Samburu Lewa & Masai Mara with ground transfers
Shared safari 4x4 Land Cruiser with open sided for best game viewing and photography in game drives.
Two scheduled game drives per day.
Services of a professional and experienced English speaking driver/ tour guide
Game park entrance fee for Meru National park
All Conservancy fees
Flying doctor’s emergency evacuations cover
Airport transfers in Nairobi
Night game drives in Samburu & Masai Mara.
Bush meals, sundowners & picnic excursions, bush walks as per itinerary
Full board accommodation in tented camps/ lodges /hotels as specified in the itinerary or similar
Meal Plan – BB=Bed, Breakfast; LD= Lunch, dinner; BLD= breakfast, lunch, dinner; HB = Diner, bed, Breakfast, AL= ALL INCLUSIVE = breakfast, lunch and dinner, drinks (Soft drinks, water, house wine, local brand spirit and beers (excluding premium luxury spirits, wines, champagnes) coffee, tea).
Laundry

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Personal travel insurance
Cost of visas
International flights
Game park entrance fees in Masai Mara & Samburu (Payable direct)
Balloon Safari US$450 per person in Masai Mara (Can be arranged on request)
Visit to the Reteti Elephant sanctuary in Samburu (Payable direct)
Optional activities payable directly on safari e.g. Masai village visit, horse riding, massages, night game drive in Lewa, Forest visit, camel riding etc.
All personal expenses; e.g. toiletries, laundry, beverages, tips to staff, driver tour guide etc.
Driver tour guide tip -US$10 per day
Any other extras not stated as included above

What you need to bring on safari

Covid-19 free certificate/clearance not more than 4 days old prior to your arrival and accessing any tourist facility, attraction site or undertaking of any activity with a tourism enterprise.
Face masks, sanitizers, hand gloves.
Money for personal spending and tipping.
Only a small case as storage space is limited [maximum 15kgs] excess baggage will attract US$2.5 per kg for domestic flights
A pair of long trousers and jersey for the cool mornings and evenings in addition to plenty of light clothes for hot days (do not forget a hat), swim suit, comfortable shoes/sandals, rain coats
- Torch, sunglasses, suntan lotion, insect repellent/spray but not mosquito coils
- Camera, memory cards, binoculars, maps, guide-books
- Personal toiletries e.g. toothbrush/paste etc.
- All personal travel insurance

NB: Ban on plastic water bottles in Kenya’s National Parks, Game Reserves & Conservancies as from 1 July 2020 hence visitors are required to carry their own water bottles as a measure to protect the environment.