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Kenya

Safari & Maasai Culture — The Original African Adventure

10 Days / 9 Nights
Best: June to October (dry season, Great Migration July-October)
Starting at $6,200

About This Journey

Kenya is the home of the safari — the land of sweeping savannas, incredible wildlife, and the proud Maasai people. This journey takes you from the bustling capital of Nairobi to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, where you will witness the Big Five in their natural habitat. You will spend time with Maasai communities, learn their traditions, visit a giraffe sanctuary, and experience the magic of an African sunset over the plains. This is Africa as you have always imagined it.

Maasai Mara National Reserve — Big Five safari
Game drives at sunrise and sunset
Maasai village cultural immersion
Giraffe Centre & Elephant Nursery in Nairobi
Great Migration (seasonal: July-October)
Hot air balloon safari (optional)

Starting at

$6,200

per person · round-trip from Atlanta

Land-only package: $4,700

Prefer to use your own miles? Subtract flights.

10 Days / 9 Nights
10 days of curated experiences
Premium accommodations
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$950 non-refundable deposit per person · Flexible payment plan available

Package price includes

  • Round-trip airfare
  • Ground transportation
  • Accommodation & breakfast
  • Entry fees to all sites

Gallery

Kenya — Safari & Maasai Culture — The Original African Adventure (hero photo)
Kenya — Maasai Mara National Reserve — Big Five safari (gallery photo 1)
Kenya — Game drives at sunrise and sunset (gallery photo 2)
Kenya — Maasai village cultural immersion (gallery photo 3)
Kenya — Giraffe Centre & Elephant Nursery in Nairobi (gallery photo 4)
Kenya — Great Migration (seasonal: July-October) (gallery photo 5)
Kenya — Hot air balloon safari (optional) (gallery photo 6)
Kenya — Maasai Mara National Reserve — Big Five safari (gallery photo 7)
Kenya — Game drives at sunrise and sunset (gallery photo 8)
Kenya — Maasai village cultural immersion (gallery photo 9)
Kenya — Giraffe Centre & Elephant Nursery in Nairobi (gallery photo 10)
Kenya — Great Migration (seasonal: July-October) (gallery photo 11)
Kenya — Hot air balloon safari (optional) (gallery photo 12)

Day by Day

Your Kenya Itinerary

Every day is thoughtfully planned to give you the deepest, most authentic experience of Kenya.

1

Day 1

Arrival in Nairobi

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner with a trip briefing.

Airport pickupWelcome dinnerSafari briefing
2

Day 2

Nairobi — Giraffe Centre & Elephant Nursery

Visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Nursery to watch baby elephants being fed. Then visit the Giraffe Centre to meet and feed endangered Rothschild giraffes. Explore the Karen Blixen Museum.

Elephant NurseryGiraffe CentreKaren Blixen Museum
3

Day 3

Nairobi to Maasai Mara

Drive to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya's most famous wildlife sanctuary. Arrive at your safari lodge in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive.

Scenic driveMaasai Mara arrivalAfternoon game drive
4

Day 4

Maasai Mara — Full Day Safari

Full day of game drives in the Maasai Mara. Search for lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos — the Big Five. Witness the incredible diversity of wildlife on the savanna.

Big Five safariSunrise game driveSavanna picnic lunch
5

Day 5

Maasai Mara — Mara River & Migration

Morning game drive focusing on the Mara River, known for dramatic wildebeest river crossings during the Great Migration (July-October). Afternoon game drive to spot cheetahs and hippos.

Mara RiverGreat MigrationHippos & crocodiles
6

Day 6

Maasai Village Cultural Experience

Visit a traditional Maasai manyatta (village). Learn about Maasai culture, traditions, and daily life. Participate in a traditional dance, learn about beadwork, and hear stories from Maasai elders.

Maasai villageTraditional danceBeadwork workshopElder stories
7

Day 7

Hot Air Balloon Safari & Afternoon Game Drive

Optional: sunrise hot air balloon safari over the Mara followed by a champagne breakfast. Afternoon game drive to revisit favorite wildlife spots.

Hot air balloon (optional)Champagne breakfastEvening game drive
8

Day 8

Maasai Mara to Nairobi

Morning game drive, then drive back to Nairobi. Stop at a viewpoint in the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in Nairobi for dinner.

Morning game driveRift Valley viewpointReturn to Nairobi
9

Day 9

Nairobi — Kazuri Beads & Farewell

Visit the Kazuri Beads factory, empowering single mothers through ceramic bead-making. Afternoon at leisure for shopping. Farewell dinner with traditional Kenyan cuisine.

Kazuri BeadsShoppingFarewell dinner
10

Day 10

Departure

Final morning at leisure. Transfer to the airport for departure.

Leisure morningAirport transfer

What's Included

  • 9 nights accommodation (hotels + safari lodges)
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • Professional safari guide
  • 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Park entrance fees
  • Maasai village visit
  • International round-trip airfare
  • Visa fees and assistance
  • Welcome and farewell dinners

Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Optional hot air balloon safari

Questions & Answers

Kenya FAQ

Is Kenya safe for tourists?

Yes, Kenya is safe for tourists on guided safaris. Popular areas like the Maasai Mara, Nairobi's Westlands and Karen neighborhoods, and coastal resorts are secure. Standard urban precautions apply in Nairobi. GoAfriNest uses professional safari guides and secure lodges.

How much does a Kenya safari cost?

A 10-day GoAfriNest Kenya safari starts at $6,200 per person, including round-trip airfare, 9 nights accommodation in hotels and safari lodges, daily breakfast and dinner, professional safari guide, 4x4 safari vehicle, park entrance fees, and a Maasai village visit.

When is the Great Migration in Kenya?

The Great Migration in the Maasai Mara typically occurs from July to October each year, when over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebras cross from the Serengeti. July-October is the best time to witness the river crossings.

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