July 23, 2018
Kenya Safaris & Tours
The Beating Heart of Safari Adventure
Kenya is widely regarded as the birthplace of the African safari, and it remains one of the continent's most varied safari destinations. The country stretches from the palm-fringed beaches of the Indian Ocean coast in the east to rainforest in the west, taking in vast freshwater lakes, arid northern landscapes and open plains of savannah along the way. The Great Rift Valley runs through Kenya from north to south, and at its centre sit the highlands, overlooked by Mount Kenya and the Aberdare mountain range.
Our Destinations In Kenya
Kenya's Safari Destinations
Indigo Safaris tailors journeys across twelve destinations in Kenya, each offering a different perspective on the country's wildlife, landscapes and coastline. From the open plains of the Maasai Mara to the beaches of the Swahili coast, these regions can be combined into a single itinerary or visited on their own
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Activity
Style
Price
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Kenya – 4-day Maasai Mara Safari with Kandili Camp – Tailored Fly-in
Africa
4 days
Kenya – 7-day Plains & Lakes Safari – Group Accommodated
Africa
7 days
Kenya – 7-day Maasai Mara & Kipalo Hills Safari – Tailored Fly-in
Africa
7 days
Kenya – 9-day Lewa & Mara Luxury Safari Adventure – Tailored Driven
Africa
9 days
Kenya – 8-day Savannah & Sea Safari – Group accommodated
Africa
8 days
Kenya – 10-day Kenya Exclusive Sky Safari – Tailored Fly-in
Africa
10 days
Kenya -9 day- Northern Kenya Deluxe Safari – Tailored Driven
Africa
9 days
Kenya – 8-day Samburu, Mara & Amboseli Fly-in Safari – Tailored Fly-in
Africa
8 days
Kenya – 7-day Samburu, Lakes & Masai Mara Classic Safari – Tailored Driven
Africa
7 days
Kenya – 7-day Mara, Lakes & Amboseli Classic Safari – Tailored Driven
Africa
7 days
Kenya – 5-day Amboseli & Tsavo East Classic Safari – Tailored Driven
Africa
5 days
Kenya – 4-day Lake Naviasha & Masai Mara Classic Safari – Tailored Driven
Africa
4 days
The birthplace of safari, where wildlife and culture unite
Why Visit Kenya?
Kenya is renowned above all as a premier wildlife destination, and visitors do not need to travel far from the capital, Nairobi, to encounter it. The country is also culturally diverse, home to communities including the Swahili of the coast, whose traditions carry a strong Arabic influence, the pastoralist Maasai and Samburu, the El Molo fishing communities on the shores of Lake Turkana, and the agricultural Kikuyu of the central highlands.
- 🐾 Seamless Safari Connections
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Kenya's network of reliable bush flights makes it straightforward to link multiple reserves and parks into one itinerary. Travellers can move between the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu and other regions without long overland transfers.
- 🐾 Iconic safari regions
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Beyond the Maasai Mara conservancies, Kenya includes the elephant herds of Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, the rhino population of Lewa Conservancy, and the striking scenery of Samburu further north. Together these regions reflect Kenya's range of wildlife, culture and landscape.
- 🐾 Iconic Safari Regions
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Kenya is blessed with some of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations. Beyond the superb Maasai Mara conservancies, you can explore the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, the rhino stronghold of Lewa Conservancy, and the striking landscapes of Samburu further north. Together, these regions showcase Kenya’s incredible diversity of wildlife, culture, and scenery.
- 🐾 Safari and Beach Combinations
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Kenya's safaris pair naturally with time on the Indian Ocean coast. Diani, Malindi and Watamu offer beaches to unwind after a safari, and flight connections allow an extension to Zanzibar for its Stone Town, spice plantations and coral reefs.
- 🐾 The Big Five and beyond
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Kenya's parks and conservancies support healthy populations of lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, alongside cheetah, giraffe and well over a thousand recorded bird species.
Safari Highlights Across the Seasons
Best Times to Visit Kenya
Kenya rewards visitors throughout the year, though certain months suit particular experiences.
- 🌿 July to October - The Great Migration
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Millions of wildebeest and zebra cross the Mara River during these months, drawing predators, and photographers, to the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
- 🌿 November and December - Green Season
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Rains bring lush vegetation and quieter parks, along with strong conditions for birdwatching.
- 🌿 January to March - Dry season
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Skies are generally clear and wildlife concentrates around waterholes, which makes for more predictable game viewing.
Exclusive lodges, tented camps and family-friendly properties across Kenya's parks and coast
Accommodation Options in Kenya
Indigo Safaris arranges a range of accommodation across Kenya to suit different travel styles, from exclusive lodges to family-friendly properties.
- 🐾 Luxury Lodges
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Private pools, personalised service and dining, set within reserves and conservancies with far-reaching views.
- 🐾 Tented Camps
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Eco-friendly camps that place guests close to the wilderness while retaining the comforts expected on a tailored safari.
- 🐾 Family-Friendly Properties
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Spacious suites and activities designed for multi-generational groups travelling together.
- 🐾 Boutique Hotels
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Smaller coastal and highland properties that combine local character with modern comforts.
The questions on everyone's minds
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Kenya offers good wildlife viewing throughout the year. July to October coincides with the Great Migration, when wildebeest and zebra cross the Mara River in the Maasai Mara. January to March brings drier weather and more predictable game viewing, while November and December bring lush scenery and strong birdwatching after the rains.
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Indigo Safaris tailors Kenya itineraries from four-day fly-in safaris focused on the Maasai Mara to ten-day journeys covering several regions, such as the Mara, Amboseli, Samburu and the Rift Valley lakes.
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Yes. Kenya’s safari regions connect easily by air to the Indian Ocean coast, including Diani, Malindi and Watamu beaches. Flight connections also allow an extension to Zanzibar.
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Kenya’s parks and conservancies support the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo), alongside cheetah, giraffe and well over a thousand recorded bird species. Amboseli is known for its large elephant herds, Lewa Conservancy for rhino, and Samburu for species found nowhere else in the country.
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The Maasai Mara National Reserve is Kenya’s best-known reserve and the setting for the wildebeest migration. The neighbouring Maasai Mara Conservancies are private, border the reserve, and offer a quieter, exclusive-use alternative.
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Most Kenya safaris begin and end in Nairobi, the capital, which also serves as the main hub for onward flights to the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu and other regions.
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Indigo Safaris tailors journeys across twelve destinations in Kenya, including Nairobi, Samburu, Laikipia, Lewa Conservancy, Naivasha and Nakuru, the Maasai Mara Conservancies, Masai Mara National Reserve, Amboseli, Tsavo East and West, and the coastal destinations of Watamu, Malindi and Diani.
Step into the wild beauty of Kenya through our curated gallery of images.
The Heartbeat of Safari Awaits.
Every Indigo Safaris itinerary in Kenya is built around the traveller, whether that means a classic driven safari through the Mara and Rift Valley lakes, a fly-in journey linking Amboseli, Samburu and the Mara, or a combination of safari and beach time on the coast. Click the button below to begin planning a Kenya safari, or get in touch with our team, who will design an itinerary around your dates, budget and interests.
Where Safari Began.
Step into the birthplace of the safari with our Kenya blog section. Travellers share stories of vast savannahs, the Great Migration, snow-capped Mount Kenya, and encounters with the Maasai culture. Each tale celebrates Kenya’s breathtaking diversity—from the rolling plains of the Maasai Mara to the turquoise shores of the Indian Ocean.
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