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.

7 Days Amboseli Naivasha Nakuru Maasai Mara Safari

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A magical safari to view the top of Africa –Mt. Kilimanjaro and also the great rift valley & Masai Mara –the most famous and popular park in Kenya

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Nairobi/Amboseli
Pick up upon arrival at JKIA very early morning or from your hotel and drive through the Masai territory to Amboseli Game Reserve, arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon gamedrive beneath the photo scenic snowcapped peak of Mt Kilimanjaro. Overnight at a lodge (LD)
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Amboseli National Park
Day spent viewing game starting with a morning and afternoon gamedrive. In between gamedrives we relax by the pool side followed by lunch and final gamedrive in the late afternoon. Amboseli (392 sq km) is not a big park but supported by swamp vegetation it harbours elephants, buffaloes, hippos, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, gazelles, wildebeests, warthogs, zebras, ostriches and Masai giraffes in the background of the magnificent snow caped Mt. Kilimanjaro. The waters from melted snow find their way down the mountain under lava flows and surface on the Amboseli plains in form of swamps. Overnight at a lodge (BLD)
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Amboseli/Lake Naivasha
An early breakfast and depart at 7.00 am for Lake Naivasha to reach in time for lunch in your hotel. Have afternoon tour of Hells Gate National Park. You may also opt to have a boat trip to Crescent Island at extra cost. Overnight at your hotel (BLD)
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Naivasha/ Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast drive to Nakuru and check –in in our tented camp in time for lunch. Have afternoon tour of Lake Nakuru National Park after lunch which is a seasonal home for millions of pink flamingos and many other species of birds. Lake Nakuru is also a sanctuary for both black and white rhinos as well as the Rothschild giraffe. Lake Nakuru also harbours lions, leopards, warthogs, waterbucks, buffaloes, hippo and many other animals. Overnight at your lodge/hotel (BLD)
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Lake Nakuru/Masai Mara
Depart for Masai Mara Game Reserve after an early breakfast. The reserve is popular for its big game and is also a northern extension of the Serengeti National Park eco system in Tanzania. Lunch at your lodge is followed by an afternoon gamedrive. Overnight in a lodge/ luxury tented camp (BLD)
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Masai Mara
Morning gamedrive and afternoon gamedrive to experience the Masai 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 and September. Overnight at your lodge (BLD)
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Masai Mara/Nairobi
After breakfast the tour returns to Nairobi by lunch time and drop off at your hotel or airport for your home bound flight (B). END OF SAFARI

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Transport by safari minibus or 4x4 landcruiser in Kenya and 4x4 in Tanzania with a pop up roof for best game viewing and photography
Services of a professional and experienced English speaking driver/ tour guide
All Game park entrance fees
Flying doctors emergency evacuations cover
Airport pickup and drop off after safari
Full board accommodation in tented camps/ lodges /hotels as specified in the itinerary or similar
Activities as indicated in the specified itinerary
1.5 liter bottled water per person per day in the vehicle while on safari

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Personal travel insurance
Visa cost
Lunch on the last day
Hotel accommodation in Nairobi (but can be arranged upon request)
Optional activities payable directly on safari e.g. Masai village visit, nature walks, biking, boat rides etc
All personal expenses; e.g. toiletries, laundry, beverages, tips to staff, driver tour guide etc.
Champaign Balloon Safari at US$450 per person in Masai Mara (can be arranged on request)
Any other extras not stated as included above