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KENYA

Home of the Great Migration & Big Five Adventures

From the legendary Maasai Mara to the snow-capped slopes of Mount Kenya and the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, Kenya brings together extraordinary wildlife, landscapes, culture and adventure in one unforgettable journey.

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Discover the Magic & Majesty of Kenya

Kenya is where the African safari comes alive.

From sweeping savannahs filled with wildlife to ancient forests, dramatic mountains, flamingo-fringed lakes and tropical coastlines, Kenya offers an extraordinary diversity of landscapes and experiences within a single country.

At the heart of the experience is the legendary Maasai Mara, where vast golden plains support some of Africa's greatest concentrations of wildlife and provide a spectacular stage for the Great Migration. Lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes and countless other species roam across the Mara ecosystem, creating unforgettable encounters throughout the year.

Beyond the Mara, Kenya's landscapes continue to unfold. Amboseli National Park is famed for its enormous elephant herds and spectacular views toward Mount Kilimanjaro, while Tsavo East and Tsavo West offer vast wilderness, dramatic volcanic scenery and a sense of adventure on a grand scale.

The Great Rift Valley introduces another dimension to the journey. Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Lake Elementaita combine exceptional birdlife, wildlife and striking landscapes, while destinations such as Hell's Gate National Park invite travelers to experience Kenya beyond the traditional game drive.

For a more exclusive safari, Kenya's private conservancies around the Mara and Laikipia provide intimate wildlife encounters, walking safaris, night drives, bush dining and conservation-focused experiences. Ol Pejeta Conservancy adds another compelling dimension, with its important rhino conservation work and diverse wildlife.

Kenya is also a destination of mountains and adventure. Mount Kenya, Africa's second-highest mountain, offers trekking and alpine landscapes, while the country's forests and highlands provide opportunities for hiking, birdwatching and cultural exploration.

Then there is the coast.

From the historic streets of Lamu to the white sands of Diani, Watamu and Malindi, Kenya's Indian Ocean coastline provides the perfect finale to a safari. Guests can combine wildlife adventures with snorkeling, diving, dhow sailing, beach relaxation and Swahili cultural experiences.

And woven through it all is Kenya's greatest asset: its people. Maasai, Samburu, Turkana, Swahili and many other communities contribute to a cultural landscape as diverse and fascinating as the country's wildlife.

Whether it is your first African safari or your return to a continent you already love, Kenya offers the freedom to create a journey around the experiences that matter most to you.

Wildlife. Wilderness. Culture. Coast. Adventure.

This is Kenya. This is where Africa comes alive.

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Best Time to Visit

Kenya is a year-round safari destination: Jan–Feb offer excellent wildlife, Mar–May lush green landscapes, Jun–Oct peak dry-season viewing and Mara action, while Nov–Dec bring green scenery and migratory birds.

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Getting There

By Air:
Kenya's main international gateway is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, with international and regional connections from major destinations across Africa, Europe, the Middle East and beyond.

By Road:
Kenya can be reached overland from neighboring Tanzania and Uganda, making it particularly convenient to combine Kenya with a wider East African safari.

Domestic Connections:
Nairobi provides extensive domestic air connections to safari destinations including the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu, Diani, Malindi and other key destinations. Smaller safari aircraft can also connect guests directly between parks and conservancies.

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Wildlife Highlights
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Explore Kenya's National Parks

Discover the best national parks Kenya has to offer.

Aberdare National Park national park
Aberdare National Park

Aberdare National Park is a spectacular highland wilderness of misty forests, open moorlands, dramatic waterfalls and rare mountain wildlife, offering a very different side of the Kenyan safari experience.

BEST TIME: January–February and June–September
Hell's Gate National Park national park
Hell's Gate National Park

Hell's Gate National Park is a compact, highly dramatic volcanic landscape in the Great Rift Valley, famous for its towering red sandstone cliffs, deep gorges, steaming geothermal vents, and unique policy allowing visitors to cycle or walk freely alongside wild animals

BEST TIME: June to October and January to February
Lake Elementaita Wildlife Sanctuary national park
Lake Elementaita Wildlife Sanctuary

Lake Elementaita is a spectacular alkaline lake in Kenya's Great Rift Valley, famed for flamingos, great white pelicans, abundant birdlife, scenic landscapes and its UNESCO World Heritage status.

BEST TIME: June–October and January–February
Lake Naivasha national park
Lake Naivasha

Lake Naivasha is a beautiful freshwater lake in Kenya's Great Rift Valley, renowned for its hippos, abundant birdlife, boat safaris, Crescent Island and tranquil landscapes framed by acacia woodland.

BEST TIME: June–October and January–February
Malindi Marine National Park & Reserve national park
Malindi Marine National Park & Reserve

Discover Malindi Marine National Park, Kenya's oldest marine protected area, famed for coral gardens, tropical fish, sea turtles, dolphins, clear Indian Ocean waters and unforgettable coastal adventures.

BEST TIME: October–March
Meru National Park national park
Meru National Park

Discover Meru National Park, a remote Kenyan wilderness of rivers, grasslands, forests and abundant wildlife, famed for rhinos, elephants, Grevy's zebra and the legendary Born Free story.

BEST TIME: June–October and January–February
Ol Pejeta Conservancy national park
Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a remarkable Laikipia wilderness renowned for Big Five safaris, endangered rhinos, chimpanzee conservation and immersive wildlife experiences.

BEST TIME: June–October and January–February
Samburu National Reserve national park
Samburu National Reserve

Samburu National Reserve is a spectacular northern Kenya wilderness renowned for its rugged landscapes, rich wildlife and unique northern species found nowhere else in Kenya

BEST TIME: June–October and January–February
Tsavo East National Park national park
Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo East National Park is a vast, untamed wilderness famous for its iconic red elephants, dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife and the legendary Yatta Plateau.

BEST TIME: June–October and January–February
Tsavo West National Park national park
Tsavo West National Park

Tsavo West National Park is a dramatic wilderness of volcanic landscapes, open savannahs, ancient lava flows and crystal-clear springs, offering exceptional wildlife and unforgettable safari experiences.

BEST TIME: June–October and January–February
Watamu Marine National Park & Reserve national park
Watamu Marine National Park & Reserve

Discover Watamu Marine National Park, a spectacular Indian Ocean sanctuary famed for coral gardens, sea turtles, dolphins, whale sharks, tropical fish, pristine beaches and unforgettable marine adventures.

BEST TIME: October–March
Maasai Mara National Reserve national park
Maasai Mara National Reserve

Kenya's most celebrated safari destination, famed for the annual Great Migration.

BEST TIME: July - October
Amboseli National Park national park
Amboseli National Park

Amboseli National Park is world-renowned for its dense populations of large-tusked African bush elephants and unobstructed, panoramic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Dominating a dry basin transformed by underground snowmelt springs, the park balances arid lakebeds, acacia woodlands, and lush permanent swamps, offering some of the finest photogenic wildlife encounters on the continent.

BEST TIME: June to October and January to February (clear skies, dry conditions, and prime wildlife aggregation around swamps)
Amboseli National Park national park
Amboseli National Park

Iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising behind herds of free-ranging elephants.

BEST TIME: June - October
Lake Nakuru National Park national park
Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Nakuru National Park is a world-renowned conservation haven set around an alkaline Rift Valley lake. Best known for hosting millions of lesser and greater flamingos that paint the shoreline pink, this compact, fully fenced park is also Kenya's premier sanctuary for endangered black and white rhinoceroses and rare Rothschild's giraffes.

BEST TIME: June to March (dry seasons offer the best track conditions, clear views, and optimal wildlife viewing)
Nairobi National Park national park
Nairobi National Park

Established in 1946, Nairobi National Park is a unique wildlife sanctuary located just 7 km from Nairobi's bustling city center. Spanning 117 square kilometers of wide-open grass plains, acacia bushes, and riverine forest, it provides a safe haven for diverse African wildlife set against a dramatic backdrop of city skyscrapers.

BEST TIME: July to October and January to February (Dry seasons offer optimal wildlife visibility and dry road conditions).

Suggested Itineraries

Handcrafted safari journeys to make the most of your time in Kenya.

2 Days Amboseli Safari safari itinerary Classic
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2 Days Amboseli Safari

Discover Amboseli's elephants, sweeping savannahs and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro on a memorable 2-day Kenya safari from Nairobi.

FROM US$ 650 pp VIEW DETAILS
Nairobi National Park Half-Day Safari safari itinerary Popular
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Nairobi National Park Half-Day Safari

Experience Kenya's wildlife without leaving the capital on a private half-day safari in Nairobi National Park. Search for lions, rhinos, giraffes, buffalo, zebras and other wildlife across open savannah plains, with Nairobi's skyline creating a spectacular urban-wilderness backdrop.

FROM US$ 300 pp VIEW DETAILS
3 Days 2 Nights Maasai Mara Safari safari itinerary Premium
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3 Days 2 Nights Maasai Mara Safari

Experience the legendary Maasai Mara on an action-packed 3-day safari featuring spectacular game drives, Big Five encounters, sweeping savannah landscapes and unforgettable African sunsets.

FROM US$ 875 pp VIEW DETAILS
4 Days Maasai Mara Safari safari itinerary Premium
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4 Days Maasai Mara Safari

Perfect short safari focusing on the Wildebeest Migration and Big Five.

FROM US$ 1,250 pp VIEW DETAILS
7 Days Best of Kenya Safari safari itinerary Premium
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7 Days Best of Kenya Safari

Experience diverse landscapes, incredible wildlife and iconic parks.

FROM US$ 2,450 pp VIEW DETAILS
10 Days Kenya Wildlife & Culture safari itinerary Premium
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10 Days Kenya Wildlife & Culture

A perfect blend of wildlife, culture and beach relaxation.

FROM US$ 3,950 pp VIEW DETAILS
3-Day Maasai Mara Flying Safari safari itinerary Premium
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3-Day Maasai Mara Flying Safari

Experience the Great Migration from the air with a luxury flying safari into Kenya's most iconic reserve.

FROM US$ 1,850 pp VIEW DETAILS
8-Day Kenya-Tanzania Migration Tracker safari itinerary Premium
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8-Day Kenya-Tanzania Migration Tracker

The ultimate cross-border migration safari covering the best of Kenya and Tanzania's great parks.

FROM US$ 5,800 pp VIEW DETAILS

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Malindi Marine National Park & Reserve
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Best time to see wildlife in Kenya throughout the year.

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