Golden grass, endless sky, and the thrill of the chase

Kenya

Kenya is where safari became synonymous with Africa—the Maasai Mara's plains, the Great Migration's drama, Maasai culture woven into the landscape. This is the Africa visitors imagine before arrival, and it delivers without apology: abundant wildlife, exceptional guiding, and encounters that feel both iconic and immediate.

Regions & Landscapes

Kenya's regions offer distinct safari experiences—from classic big cat country to remote rhino conservancies.

Maasai Mara

The beating heart of Kenya's safari story. The Great Migration thunders through each year—wildebeest and zebra crowding golden plains, pursued by lions and cheetahs. Even outside Migration season, the game viewing is exceptional, with vast prides and frequent predator encounters.

Laikipia & Lewa

North of the Rift Valley, rolling hills and private conservancies deliver exclusive safaris with few vehicles. Track black rhino on foot, ride horseback among giraffe, or watch elephants drink at your lodge doorstep. Lewa Conservancy is one of Kenya's leading rhino sanctuaries.

Amboseli

Vast elephant herds against Mount Kilimanjaro's backdrop. Mornings often begin with elephants moving through mist as the mountain reveals itself in soft pink light—cinematic Africa at its most iconic.

Samburu

Drier, more rugged, showcasing unique northern species: reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk—collectively known as the "Samburu Special Five." Stark beauty and warm Samburu hospitality define this remote region.

Maasai Mara

Laikipia & Lewa

Amboseli

Samburu

Wildlife

Kenya delivers reliable wildlife encounters—from Migration spectacle to rare northern species.

The Great Migration

July to October, the Mara teems with drama: wildebeest crossing rivers, crocodiles lurking, predators in pursuit. Nature's greatest spectacle unfolds across golden plains.

Big Cats

One of Africa's best destinations for cheetahs in action, sprawling lion prides, and occasional leopards draped in acacia trees.

Elephants

Amboseli's large herds, often seen at dawn with Kilimanjaro looming behind—Africa's most cinematic elephant viewing.

Northern Rarities

Samburu's "Special Five" are endemic to northern Kenya: reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. Species you won't encounter elsewhere.

The Great Migration

July to October, the Mara teems with drama: wildebeest crossing rivers, crocodiles lurking, predators in pursuit. Nature's greatest spectacle unfolds across golden plains.

Big Cats

One of Africa's best destinations for cheetahs in action, sprawling lion prides, and occasional leopards draped in acacia trees.

Elephants

Amboseli's large herds, often seen at dawn with Kilimanjaro looming behind—Africa's most cinematic elephant viewing.

Northern Rarities

Samburu's "Special Five" are endemic to northern Kenya: reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. Species you won't encounter elsewhere.

Best Times to Visit

Dry Season:
June to October

Ideal for game viewing, with the Great Migration in the Mara reaching peak drama July-September. Clear skies and comfortable temperatures make this classic safari season.

Green Season:
November to May

The secret season—lush landscapes, extraordinary birding, fewer vehicles, and wildlife viewing that feels entirely personal.

Why Kenya

Kenya feels like Africa distilled—from the sunlit drama of the Mara to the cultural vibrancy of the Maasai and Samburu. Hot air balloon at dawn, sip sundowners by fire rings, follow guides who know every night call. Pair nights in tented suites at Mara Plains with elegant stone cottages at Lewa, and each day becomes its own story.

Kenya Pairs Well With

Many travelers combine Kenya with destinations that complement rather than compete:

Rwanda or Uganda for gorilla trekking—primate intimacy contrasts beautifully with Mara's Migration spectacle.

Zanzibar for coastal wind-down—Stone Town's spice markets and pristine beaches after wildlife intensity.

South Africa for wine country sophistication—Cape Town and Stellenbosch vineyards add urban elegance.

See how Kenya features in our Kenya & Zanzibar Signature Journey or East Africa Grand Tour, or browse all Signature Journeys.

Ready to Experience Kenya?

From the iconic grasslands of the Maasai Mara to the pioneering conservancies of Laikipia, we'll position you for encounters that transform wildlife viewing into a profound connection with Africa's most legendary landscapes.

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