Classic Kenya Safari Tours
1. A Lion King Adventure for Kids in Kenya
The stunning Kenyan landscapes served as the backdrop for the 2019 film and inspired the sweeping vistas in the 1994 animated classic. Begin your journey in Nairobi, Kenya’s bustling capital, before exploring some of the country’s premier safari destinations.
Start in Amboseli National Park, renowned as one of the world’s best places for close encounters with elephants against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Next, travel to Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Laikipia to visit the sanctuary for endangered black rhinos. From there, head to Meru National Park, the setting of Joy Adamson’s famous book, Born Free. Conclude your adventure in the legendary Masai Mara, a wildlife haven with breathtaking, unspoiled landscapes, where you’re sure to encounter cheetahs, leopards, and lions in their natural habitat.
Tour Highlights:
- Stay at award-winning tented camps combining authentic safari charm with modern luxury.
- Have up-close encounters with endangered black rhinos.
- Spot the Big 5 (lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo, and leopard).
- Enjoy a cultural visit to a Maasai village and take bush walks guided by Maasai warriors.
- Take in stunning views across untouched natural landscapes.
Best Suited For:
- Families with children aged 8 and older.
2. Safari in Laikipia, Samburu & Masai Mara
This journey begins with an unforgettable stay at the renowned Giraffe Manor in Nairobi, where you’ll share breakfast with the endangered Rothschild’s giraffes. Next, venture into Laikipia for a stay at Solio Lodge, one of Kenya’s pioneering private rhino conservancies. Surrounded by breathtaking views of Mount Kenya and its scenic landscapes, this stop also offers easy access to the wildlife-rich Aberdare National Park.
The adventure continues at SaSaab Camp in Samburu National Reserve, a destination famed for extraordinary game viewing and the chance to spot the rare Samburu Special 5: Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Grevy’s zebra, and gerenuk. The grand finale of your safari takes you to Sala’s Camp in the legendary Masai Mara, where you’ll witness the unparalleled drama of the Great Wildebeest Migration (season permitting).
Tour Highlights:
- Dine alongside Rothschild’s giraffes at Giraffe Manor.
- Experience close encounters with rhinos in Laikipia.
- Engage in safari walks, horse riding, and mountain biking near Mount Kenya.
- Enjoy camel trekking, fly camping, and stargazing in Samburu.
- Watch the Great Wildebeest Migration from a front-row seat (in season).
Best Suited For:
- Adventurous travellers.
3. Safari Experience in Samburu & Mara
Begin your adventure in Nairobi with a relaxing night at Ololo Safari Lodge, perfectly set on the edge of Nairobi National Park. Ease into your surroundings with a game drive through the park before heading into Kenya’s remote and wildlife-rich regions.
Your next stop is Samburu National Reserve, a stunning landscape where you’ll experience a blend of extraordinary wildlife encounters and rich cultural interactions. Highlights here include game drives to spot the rare Samburu Special 5 (Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Grevy’s zebra, and gerenuk), visits to local caves, and cultural exchanges with Samburu warriors to gain a deeper understanding of their way of life.
Conclude your safari in the iconic Masai Mara, staying in a secluded valley within the Mara North Conservancy. Explore the endless plains with expert Maasai warrior guides, enjoy breathtaking wildlife encounters, and consider an optional hot-air balloon safari for unparalleled views of this remarkable region.
Tour Highlights:
- Stay in luxurious accommodations throughout your journey.
- Game drive through Nairobi National Park.
- Explore Samburu and Masai Mara, two of Kenya’s premier wildlife regions.
- Kids enjoy fun, age-appropriate activities as part of the Warriors Academy.
- Optional hot-air balloon and helicopter safaris.
- Seek out the Samburu Special 5 on game drives.
- Enjoy guided bush walks, hikes, and visits to local villages and markets.
- Cultural interactions with the Maasai and Samburu tribes.
Best Suited For:
- Multi-generational families, offering something special for every age group.
4. Kenya’s Mara & Rhino Tracking Experience
From Samburu, journey to the Masai Mara, where your safari continues in a wildlife paradise teeming with elephants, buffalo, zebras, giraffes, hyenas, and the famous big cats – lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Depending on the time of your visit (August to November), you may witness the dramatic Great Wildebeest Migration, one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles. Stay in a luxurious camp that perfectly blends comfort with authenticity, and immerse yourself in the landscape with expert-guided game drives and cultural visits to Maasai villages.
Tour Highlights
- Stay in authentic, luxurious accommodations throughout your safari.
- Explore two of Kenya’s premier wildlife destinations: Samburu and Masai Mara.
- Track endangered black rhinos in Samburu.
- Experience incredible year-round game viewing.
- Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal).
- Visit the Retiti Elephant Sanctuary for an up-close experience with rescued elephants.
- Engage in cultural exchanges with the Samburu and Maasai tribes.
Best Suited For
- First-time safari-goers seeking an unforgettable introduction to Africa’s wildlife.
- Serial safari-goers looking for a fresh and immersive experience in Kenya.
Kenya Safaris With A Positive Impact
5. Conservation, Community and Wildlife in Amboseli & the Mara
This 9-day safari in Kenya offers an authentic adventure through three of the country’s premier wildlife destinations – Nairobi National Park, Amboseli National Park, and Masai Mara. Exceptional wildlife viewing, breathtaking natural landscapes, and Porini’s award-winning luxury eco-camps are standard throughout the journey.
While immersing yourself in the thrill of a genuine African safari, your trip will also support local communities and wildlife conservation efforts in the conservancies you explore. This tour ensures that your visit to Africa is not only memorable but also purposeful, leaving a lasting impact long after you return home.
Tour Highlights:
- Stay in private conservancies for an exclusive and intimate safari experience
- Enjoy game drives, night drives, and nature walks guided by Maasai experts
- Witness the Wildebeest Migration (in season)
- Stay in eco-friendly camps, reducing your carbon footprint
- Visit the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
- Take in stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro
- Optional hot-air balloon safari experience
- Explore the Amboseli Elephant Research Project
6. Fly-In Cultural Safari in Amboseli, Samburu & Masai Mara
This is one of those Kenya safari tours that takes off the moment you arrive in Africa. Light aircraft flights whisk you between destinations to maximize your time on safari, ensuring you don’t miss a single moment of the adventure that Nairobi, Amboseli, Samburu, and Masai Mara have to offer.
While spotting your favorite African animals on game drives through these wildlife-rich regions is an unforgettable experience, the human encounters will surprise you with their depth and significance. This 6-day trip offers guests a unique opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of traditional Samburu and Maasai cultures.
Tour Highlights:
- Cultural encounters with the Samburu and Maasai tribes
- Exceptional Big 5 game viewing throughout
- Stay in luxurious safari accommodation
- Optional spa treatments, helicopter flights, and hot-air balloon safaris
- Visit the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Kilimanjaro
- Witness the Wildebeest Migration (in season)
7. Conservation, Community & Wildlife in Kenya’s Top Parks
Begin this grand 10-day Kenya safari in Nairobi National Park, then journey through the country’s premier wildlife destinations – Selenkay, Amboseli, Ol Pejeta, Meru, and Ol Kinyei – before concluding in one of Africa’s most iconic locations: the Masai Mara.
This adventure offers several extraordinary experiences, such as visiting rescued primates at the chimpanzee sanctuary and exploring the Endangered Species Boma to see the last remaining northern white rhinos, along with hand-feeding Baraka, the blind black rhino.
Tour Highlights:
- Stay in luxurious, eco-friendly accommodation throughout
- Visit rescued primates at a chimpanzee sanctuary
- See endangered rhinos at sanctuaries in Laikipia and Meru National Park
- Exceptional game viewing at every destination
- Enjoy game drives, night drives, nature walks, and hikes up a small extinct volcano
- Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (in season)
- Experience a hot-air balloon safari over the Masai Mara
- Hand-feed Baraka, the blind black rhino
- Engage in insightful cultural interactions with a traditional Maasai tribe
- Optional lion tracking excursion
- Ride alongside rhinos on horseback
8. Conservation & Community Experience in Samburu & Mara
The best safari in Kenya is one that combines adventure with purpose, and this 10-day itinerary delivers just that. Seamlessly blending an authentic safari experience with unique opportunities, this African getaway invites you to engage in meaningful cultural interactions, support rewarding conservation programs, and enjoy exceptional game viewing in Kenya’s premier reserves.
From rhino tracking and the Singing Wells of the Samburu to transformative experiences with the Maasai and Samburu people, this trip promises to be truly unforgettable.
Tour Highlights:
- Spectacular game viewing in Samburu and Masai Mara
- Stay in luxurious under-canvas camps throughout
- Track rhinos on foot and experience the Singing Wells cattle waterhole
- Contribute to rhino conservation efforts in East Africa
- Engaging cultural interactions with traditional Samburu and Maasai tribes
- Visit the Reteti Elephant Orphanage
- Enjoy spa treatments and massages at Saruni’s Wellness Space
- Witness the Great Migration (in season)
Bush & Beach Safari in Kenya
9. Family Bonding in Kenya & Seychelles
Embark on a 12-day odyssey through Africa that seamlessly combines exhilarating adventure with ample opportunities for rest and relaxation. This classic safari and island getaway begins in Nairobi, continues in the Masai Mara, and concludes on the pristine white sand beaches of Seychelles.
Experience game drives through Nairobi National Park, where the city’s skyscrapers provide a unique backdrop; encounter incredible wildlife, including the Great Migration, in the Mara; and unwind in barefoot luxury on a tropical paradise – all designed to offer the perfect luxury Kenya safari experience for families.
Tour Highlights:
- High-end luxury accommodation throughout the trip
- Enjoy a safari from above with a hot-air balloon ride
- Excellent year-round game viewing
- Witness the Great Migration (in season)
- Water-based activities including snorkelling, kayaking, windsurfing, and diving
- Kids Club at the Seychelles resort
- Ziplining, climbing, tennis, squash, gym, and spa
10. Romantic Trip Through the Mara & Kenya’s Coast
This 11-day vacation is the perfect choice for honeymooners seeking the ultimate bush-beach getaway. Enjoy luxurious accommodations throughout as you begin with a night in vibrant Nairobi, then journey to the iconic Masai Mara, and conclude with five nights on Kenya’s stunning white-sand coast.
Designed to be hassle-free and seamless, every aspect of this journey offers a curated selection of Kenya’s finest experiences, from classic game viewing and sundowners overlooking endless golden plains to exceptional snorkelling and tranquil evenings on a pristine tropical beach.
Tour Highlights:
- Breathtaking views of the Masai Mara and the Indian Ocean
- Great Wildebeest Migration viewing (in season)
- Private beach relaxation at Alfajiri Beach Villa
- Perfect for a bush & beach honeymoon
- Optional hot-air balloon ride over the Mara
- A wide range of water-based activities to enjoy in Diani Beach
