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.

6 Days Cultural & Wildlife Safari

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Description

A safari to experience sustainable tourism where you will interact with the community one on one with activities and also get to enjoy the incredible African wildlife.

Itinerary

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Nairobi/Masai Mara Game Reserve- Loita Hills
Pick up from JKIA upon arrival in the morning and drive down the escarpment. Stop at the observation deck overlooking the Great Rift Valley to enjoy the spectacular view and scenery and then proceed across the Great Rift Valley to the northeast of the Masai Mara National Reserve are the little-known and spellbindingly beautiful Loita Hills.
The Loita Hills are one of Kenya's last remaining true wilderness areas. The low-lying mountain range is located south of Nairobi and northeast of the Masai Mara. This area is rarely visited and as a result it is widely believed that the most traditional Maasai culture exists here. There are pockets of remote forests, wide open plains surrounded by the stunning hillsides and dotted with roaming wildlife. This isn't an area for viewing big game but more somewhere to enjoy the scenery, walk with the local Maasai and learn more about their culture and communities. Overnight at Maji Moto Eco Camp– Safari tent (LD)
http://majimotocamp.com/en/
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Masai Mara Game Reserve- Loita Hills
Two days spent with guided activities like nature walks, cultural experience – warrior training, beading, walking safaris, school & hot spring visit. You can also choose to cycle within the conservancy with mountain bikes that are readily available. Here you can also enjoy a night game drive with a guide and a spot light. Overnight at Maji Moto Eco Camp– Safari tent (BLD)
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Masai Mara National Park
After breakfast we proceed to Masai Mara National park in time for lunch at your next camp. Visit Masai Women’s Arts and craft Centre located within the camp which is a project funded by the hotel. After lunch we have an afternoon guided bird walk and visit to the nature forest and you can involve yourself in their tree planting project at a minimum (extra cost) or visit one of their community projects followed by dinner. Overnight at Basecamp Mara (gold eco rated) – Riverside tents (BLD)
https://www.basecampexplorer.com/kenya/hotels/basecamp-masai-mara/
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Masai Mara National Park
After breakfast we have a full day game drive armed with your picnic lunch to experience the Mara magic! Kenya’s premier reserve is famed for its astounding concentration of wildlife and harboring 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. Visit Mara River to see crocodiles and hippos. 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. Return back to camp for an exciting sundowner followed by dinner Overnight at Basecamp Mara (Gold eco rated) – Riverside tents (BLD)
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Masai Mara/Nairobi
After breakfast we depart for Nairobi and drop you off at JKIA in time for your evening/night flight (B) END OF SAFARI

NB: Price will depend on season.

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Transport in a private 4x4 Land cruiser with pop up open roof for best game viewing and photography

Services of a professional and experienced English speaking driver/ tour guide.

Two nights Masai Mara Game park entrance fees

1 Night game drive in Loita hills

Cycling in maji moto eco camp

Sundowner at Basecamp

Guided bird walk, Tree planting at Basecamp.

Full board accommodation in eco tents/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,

Adequate purified water bottle in large reusable containers

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Personal travel insurance

Cost of visas

Drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks)

Nairobi accommodation (Can be arranged upon request)

Lunch on last day

Balloon Safari US$450 per person in Masai Mara (Can be arranged on request)

Optional activities payable directly on safari e.g. horse riding, massages, bush breakfast, bush dinners etc.

All personal expenses; e.g. toiletries, laundry, beverages, tips to staff, driver tour guide etc.

Driver tour guide tip from 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

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

Water bottle

Torch, sunglasses, suntan lotion, insect repellent/spray

Camera, memory cards, binoculars, maps, guide-books

Personal toiletries e.g. toothbrush/paste etc.

All personal travel insurance

NB: Ban on all plastic water bottles in Kenya National Parks & conservancies as from 1st June 2020 hence we request visitors to carry their own water bottles to reduce plastic waste and contribute to saving the environment.