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.

9 Days Jewels of Kenya Safaris Adventures

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Itinerary
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Description

Itinerary

1

Nairobi/Amboseli
Pick up upon arrival at JKIA in the morning and drive along Mombasa road via Emali to Amboseli Game Reserve to reach your camp in time for lunch followed by afternoon game drive with the snowcapped Mt Kilimanjaro in the background. Overnight at your lodge/camp (LD)
2

Amboseli National Park
Day spent viewing game with morning and afternoon game drive. Amboseli park (392 sq. km) is supported by swamp vegetation and harbors 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 your lodge/camp (BLD)
3

Amboseli/ Aberdare -Tree Hotel
Depart Amboseli at 7.00 hrs. Drive to Aberdare for a Tree Hotel or lodge which is overlooking a floodlit waterhole frequented by wildlife. Here the animals come to us. You can view the animals from the observation decks, underground bunker or the balcony/windows of your room. A wonderful experience!Wildlife to be found here include lion, leopard, elephant, East African wild dog, giant forest hog, bushbuck, mountain reedbuck, waterbuck, Cape buffalo, suni, side-striped jackal, eland, duiker, olive baboon, black and white colobus monkey, and sykes monkey. Other sightings may include the African golden cat and the bongo, which is an elusive forest antelope that lives in the bamboo forest.Overnight at your lodge/camp (BLD)
4

Aberdare/Samburu
After breakfast we drive north across the Equator to the edge of the Northern Frontier in the Samburu Game Reserve. Arrival will be in time for lunch followed by afternoon gamedrive. Overnight at your lodge/camp (BLD)
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Samburu Game Reserve
The day is spent game viewing in the Samburu game park. Elephants abound; also available in this park and neighboring Buffalo Springs Game Reserve is lion, leopard, cheetah, reticulated giraffe, buffalo, gerenuk, grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, oryx and crocodile. Overnight at your lodge/camp (BLD)
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Samburu/ Lake Nakuru
An early breakfast and proceed to Lake Nakuru for lunch. We then have afternoon tour of Lake Nakuru, which is a seasonal home for pink flamingos and many other species of birds. Lake Nakuru is also a sanctuary for both black and white rhino and the Rothschild giraffe. Lake Nakuru also harbours lions, warthogs, waterbucks, buffaloes, hippo and many other animals. Overnight at your lodge/camp (BLD)
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Lake Nakuru/Masai Mara
Depart for Masai Mara Game Reserve after an early breakfast. The reserve is popular for the big five and a northern extension of the Serengeti National Park eco system in Tanzania. Lunch at your lodge followed by an afternoon gamedrive. Overnight at your lodge/camp (BLD)
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Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 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 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, there are more than 470 species in the park with almost 60 species being raptors. The birds include vultures, marabou storks, secretary birds, hornbills, crowned cranes, ostriches, long-crested eagles, African pygmy-falcons and the lilac-breasted roller. Overnight at your lodge/camp (BLD)
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Masai Mara/Nairobi JKIA After breakfast, we have a morning game drive then we transfer you to Nairobi JKIA in time for your evening/night International homebound flight (B) END OF SAFARI

Include

Transport by safari minibus or 4x4landcruiser 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
Meal Plan – BB=Bed, Breakfast; LD= Lunch, dinner; BLD= breakfast, lunch, dinner; HB = Diner, bed, Breakfast, AL= All inclusive (non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages (local brands)
Adequate purified water bottled in large re-usable containers while on safari.

Exclude

Personal travel insurance
Cost of visas
Lunch on the last day
Nairobi hotel
Balloon Safari US$450 per person in Masai Mara (but can be arranged on 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.
Any other extras not stated as included above
Driver tour guide –US$10pd

What you need to bring on safari

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
Torch, sunglasses, suntan lotion, insect repellent/spray
Personal toiletries eg 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.