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Safaris From Nairobi - Compare 1,752 Tours
Nairobi is the starting point of just about every Kenya safari, and the possibilities of where you can go from Kenya’s capital are rich and varied. Roads fan out across the country from Nairobi, while both the main international airport and smaller Wilson Airport have a range of flights to towns and remote airstrips in national parks, reserves and conservancies nationwide. Remember that Kenya is the birthplace of the East African safari, and choosing which parks to visit and matching these to the animals you most wish to see requires careful planning. And it will absolutely be worth it.
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari
$601 to $760 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Lenchada Safaris
4.9/5 – 730 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Great Masai Mara Migration with Special Big Five
$1,096 to $1,151 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Apodiformes Adventures
4.8/5 – 174 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
9-Day Big Kenya Safari - Mid-Range
$2,660 to $3,430 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Amboseli NP, Tsavo West NP, Nairobi (End)
Spirit of Kenya
4.9/5 – 485 Reviews
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Best Seller
8-Day Flexi Circuit Safari
$2,107 to $2,934 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Sweetwaters (Chimp Sanctuary), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Kameraz of Afrika
4.8/5 – 98 Reviews
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2-Day Masai Mara Mid Range Safari
$660 to $1,056 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Olengugih Safaris
5.0/5 – 21 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara / Lake Nakuru Budget Shared Safari
$480 to $705 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
4.3/5 – 76 Reviews
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3-Day Masai Mara Classic Safari
$655 to $1,012 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Jomo Kenyatta Airport (End)
Beacon Safaris
4.9/5 – 266 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
5-Day Amboseli, Nakuru & Masai Mara Private Safari
$1,258 to $1,612 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Mufasa Tours and Travels
4.9/5 – 385 Reviews
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3-Day Oltukai Lodge Flying Package (Amboseli )
$1,166 to $1,430 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Kenya Tulia Safari Holiday Arcade
5.0/5 – 48 Reviews
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Best Seller
10-Day Luxury Kenya Safari Tour
$7,775 to $9,405 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Samburu NR, Mara North (Greater Masai Mara), Diani Beach, Nairobi (End)
Wayfairer Travel
4.9/5 – 149 Reviews
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5-Day Masai Mara Fly-in Luxury Tour
$4,851 to $5,071 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Nashibe Adventures
5.0/5 – 15 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Affordable Masai Mara Safari
$3,010 to $4,750 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxury+Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Greater Masai Mara, Nairobi (End)
Discover Africa Safaris
4.9/5 – 420 Reviews
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3-Day Amboseli and Tsavo East National Park Safari
$822 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Tsavo East NP, Mombasa (End)
Keshi Tours
5.0/5 – 32 Reviews
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1-Day Nairobi Park, David Sheldrick, Girraffe Center
$167 pp (USD)
Kenya: Day tourShared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Nairobi NP, Nairobi (End)
Kenya Bush Expeditions
4.7/5 – 65 Reviews
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3-Day Best of Tsavo Luxury Safari
$1,078 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Tsavo East & West, Nairobi (End)
Ongeri Expeditions
5.0/5 – 83 Reviews
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1-Day Hells Gate, Crescent Island & Lake Naivasha Safari
$209 pp (USD)
Kenya: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Hell’s Gate NP, Nairobi (End)
Bush-thorns Adventures and Safaris
5.0/5 – 33 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day 3 Nights Masai Mara Only
$528 to $880 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Jocky Tours and Safaris
4.9/5 – 1308 Reviews
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7-Day Big 5 Budget Safari
$1,250 to $1,400 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourBudgetCamping & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Marurumi Safaris
5.0/5 – 64 Reviews
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4-Day Ashnil Mara Camp Fly-in Safari
$1,528 to $2,672 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Vacay Holiday Deals
5.0/5 – 93 Reviews
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3-Day Private Luxury Tour to Masai Mara National Reserve
$1,095 to $1,469 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Mamu Travels and Safaris Kenya
5.0/5 – 16 Reviews
5 Questions About Safaris From Nairobi
Answered by
Anthony Ham
Anthony has written numerous Lonely Planet guidebooks, including ‘Kenya’ and ‘East Africa’. He writes about Kenya and the wider region for magazines and newspapers worldwide. He is also the author of ‘The Last Lions of Africa’, part of which is set in Nairobi and southern Kenya.› More about Anthony
5 Questions About Safaris From Nairobi
Where can I go on a safari from Nairobi?
“You can go anywhere in Kenya on safari from Nairobi. That’s because the capital is where most people arrive in the country, and most parks or reserves are an easy drive (or a much shorter flight) from here. Best of all, Nairobi is one of few cities in Africa that has a world-class wildlife park (Nairobi National Park) in the city’s outer suburbs. Make sure you visit the park before heading out to the other parks that are farther away. The most popular safari destinations from Nairobi are the Masai Mara National Reserve to the west, Lake Nakuru National Park to the northwest and Amboseli National Park in the southeast. If you’re visiting Amboseli, then Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Parks are not far away. Close to Lake Nakuru you’ll find the other Rift Valley lakes, such as Lake Naivasha. Out west, the Masai Mara is surrounded by community conservancies that are also outstanding places to go on safari. If you’re willing to travel a little farther, in the north there’s Samburu National Reserve.”
1How much time do I need for a Kenya trip from Nairobi?
“How you answer this question will depend on how much time you have to spare and how much money you have to spend. That’s because you could easily spend a month or two on safari in Kenya and still not see everything. Count on spending at least 1 day in and around Nairobi, although Kenya’s capital really does deserve at least a couple of days. If you decide to visit Amboseli or Lake Nakuru National Parks, 2 days for each is really a minimum. For Amboseli, add a couple of extra days each for Tsavo West and Tsavo East. For the Masai Mara, plan on a minimum of 3 days, but ideally you should dedicate more time here. And remember, when calculating the length of your safari you’ll need to allow for the time you spend traveling to and from each destination. Many travelers also combine time spent on safari with a beach holiday, so you might wish to factor that in too, if that’s a priority.”
2Can I see the Big Five animals on a trip from Nairobi?
“Seeing the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino) is certainly possible on a safari from Nairobi. One of the best places to see the Big Five is Ol Pejeta Conservancy, up on the Laikipia Plateau and within a half-day’s journey from Nairobi. Often it is the rhino that is most difficult of the Big Five to see. Apart from the Laikipia Plateau (Ol Pejeta, Lewa or Borana Conservancies, for example), the easiest places to see rhinos are Nairobi National Park or Lake Nakuru National Park. Both of these parks have four of the Big Five; neither has elephants. If you were to combine one or more of these parks with the Masai Mara, Amboseli or one of the Tsavos, then you would have a good chance of seeing the five species (in addition to so many other animals).”
3Should I go for a road or fly-in safari from Nairobi?
“The major factors when considering whether to make your trip a road or fly-in safari are time and money. Flying has a number of advantages. One is that it will get you where you want to go so much more quickly, maximizing the amount of time you get to spend in the parks themselves (as opposed to traveling between the parks). Many of Kenya’s major roads are clogged with traffic and none too beautiful, so you won’t be missing much if you fly. And you have the added benefit of enjoying remarkable views on your way to wherever it is that you’re going. It may take longer but traveling by road will be much more affordable for many travelers. That’s because flying doesn’t come cheap. If you travel by road, you also get to see more of the country up close, which is a great way to meet locals (something which is less likely if you travel by air).”
4How much will this safari cost?
“It depends on the possible tours and packages on offer, but there is endless variety when it comes to the price of a safari from Nairobi. The cheapest safari could cost US$100 per person per day for a budget camping safari, and it could rise to 10 times that for a high-end luxury safari trip. Factors to take into account when considering potential costs are whether you travel in high or low season; which kind of accommodation you choose; whether you travel on a private or a cheaper group safari; how long you plan to be on safari; and whether your safari includes any flights. When you receive a quote from a tour operator, always make sure that you understand what’s included. Most quotes should include park entry fees, transfers, meals, some drinks, accommodation (including camping equipment, where needed), vehicle, driver, game drives and a guide.”
5Kenya Safari Reviews
Mike is an award-winning wildlife writer, former editor of Travel Zambia magazine and author of the Bradt Guide to Southern African Wildlife.
The home of safari
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Nana is a travel writer and author of multiple guidebooks, including the Lonely Planet guides to Africa, Zambia & Malawi and South Africa.
From game-packed hotspots to little known wilderness
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Great Safari experience, avoid some tourist traps
- The safari experience was unforgettable! Masai Maara park was the best, I wish we had spent there one day extra instead of other parks. - Amboseli was flooded a little bit, as it was rainy season when we went. But that attracted lots of...
A magical place
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Absolutely beautiful!!!
We had a full day layover on our way to Zim and made the most of it by booking a game drive in Nairobi National Park and it was absolutely worth the jet lag! It was so incredible and we were able to see most of the animals on our list...
The most beautiful country and the friendliest people in the world
This was my fourth trip to Africa and my 3rd to Kenya, but it was a first both for my husband and my daughter. I always wanted to share the vast, untouched beauty of Africa with them. I wanted them to see the friendliness, sweetness of...