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 Humanitarian 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 JKIA/ Hotel

Pick up from JKIA upon arrival and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Radisson Blue Hotel & Residence Nairobi Arboretum- Standard rooms (BB)
https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-nairobi-arboretum?cid=a:se+b:gmb+c:emea+i:local+e:rdb+d:mea+h:NBOZA
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Nairobi/Laikipia- Il Ngwesi Conservancy
After breakfast depart from your hotel at 7.00 am and drive north via the shoulder of Mt Kenya to Il Ngwesi conservancy in Laikipia to reach your lodge in time for lunch. After lunch we have an afternoon nature trek followed by a sundowner. Neighboring Lewa, Borana and Lekurruki, Il Ngwesi covers 16,500 hectares and is home to the Il Lakipiak Maasai – ‘people of wildlife’. Truly special, this award winning enterprise combines eco-tourism with sustainable environmental management and community development. “Owned and run by the Maasai community, Il Ngwesi offers something truly special. Visitors to the lodge have a full wildlife and cultural experience, enjoying hospitality more akin that offered to a valued family member. With no other tourist facilities within the Group Ranch, it is the ultimate personal experience”. Overnight at Il Ngwesi eco lodge (Silver eco rated)- Cottage rooms (AL)
http://ilngwesi.com/content/visit/
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Laikipia-Il Ngwesi Conservancy
After breakfast have morning game drive then visit a local Maasai Cultural Boma to learn about traditional hunting techniques and honey collecting, and enjoy local music and dancing. Back to your lodge for lunch and relax by the pool. At around 4pm we visit the rhino Sanctuary where they maintain two white rhinos followed by dinner and storytelling by the fire place. Overnight at Il Ngwesi eco lodge (Silver eco rated)- Cottage rooms (AL)
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Laikipia- El Karama Conservancy
After early breakfast we depart at 7am for El Karama conservancy via Isiolo and Nanyuki to reach your lodge in time for an organic lunch. After Lunch we have a walk through the conservancy’s sustainable initiatives such as visit their farm, see their garden etc. You will engage in activities such as picking your fresh vegetables that would be served during dinner. Overnight at El Karama Lodge (Silver eco rated) – Cottage rooms (AL)
https://www.elkaramalodge.com/
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Laikipia- El Karama Conservancy
Two days spent exploring the conservancy with morning, afternoon and night game drives as well as other activities organized by the lodge like bush meals, specialized games for kids & teens, walking activities including a ranger/wildlife monitoring, cultural boma visit, Farm visit at the ranch for activities like milking, calving and cattle inspections with the herdsmen. Also enjoy adventure flying camping in tree tents where meals are cooked on open fire. All these are offered in the package.
Overnight at El Karama Lodge (Silver eco rated) – Cottage rooms (AL)
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Laikipia- El Karama/Nairobi
After breakfast we depart for Nairobi and drop you off at JKIA in time for your evening/night flight back to home (B) END OF SAFARI

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Transport in a private 4x4 Land cruiser with pop up open roof for best game viewing and photography to transport you to both lodges.
shared game drive with open sided for best game viewing and photography
Services of a professional and experienced English speaking driver/ tour guide
All conservancy fees
Flying doctor’s emergency evacuations cover
Nairobi accommodation on day 1
Cultural Boma visit in both lodges
Walking activities in both lodges
Full board accommodation in eco rated tented camps/lodges 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, snacks, Drinks (soft drinks coffee and tea, water, local beers, house wines and a selection of spirits (excluding premium champagnes, wines, spirits)).
Adequate bottled purified water in large reusable containers while on safari.

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Personal travel insurance
Cost of visas
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, camel rides, night game drives 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.