Kenya is the home of the classic safari. Open plains, acacia trees and huge numbers of animals make for unforgettable game drives all year round.
Each park has a speciality: big cats in the Mara, elephants under Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, rhinos at Lake Nakuru and rare northern species in Samburu.
Where to do it
- Masai Mara — lions, cheetahs and leopards
- Amboseli — elephant herds and Kilimanjaro views
- Lake Nakuru — black and white rhinos
- Tsavo East and West — red elephants and wide wilderness
- Samburu — Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe
What to expect
- Morning and afternoon drives in a 4×4 with a pop-up roof
- Experienced driver guides
- Big Five sightings in many parks
Good to know
- Dry seasons (June–October, January–February) are best
- Bring binoculars and neutral-coloured clothes
- Combine 2–3 parks for variety
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