Kenya Safari Destinations
Explore national parks, wildlife reserves, Rift Valley lakes, highlands and the Kenyan coast, then connect the destinations you love into one tailor-made safari.
Signature Kenya destinations
Strong starting points for a first Kenya journey, with enough variety to shape very different safari routes.
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city & cultureNairobi
Nairobi and Central KenyaKenya’s vibrant capital where wildlife, culture, dining and international connections meet.
Best forCity stays, short wildlife experiences, culture and arrival or departure nightsExplore destination
Recommended
wildlifeMaasai Mara
Southwestern KenyaKenya’s iconic savannah destination for big cats, open plains, the Great Migration and classic safari experiences.
Best forBig cats, the Great Migration, photography and first time safari travellersExplore destination
Recommended
wildlifeAmboseli
Southern KenyaElephant country beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, with open plains, wetlands, birdlife and memorable landscape photography.
Best forElephants, Mount Kilimanjaro views, photography and short private safarisExplore destination
Recommended
wildlifeTsavo
Southeastern KenyaA vast wilderness of red earth, lava landscapes, springs, rugged hills and wide ranging wildlife across Tsavo East and Tsavo West.
Best forLarge wilderness landscapes, elephants, road safaris and safari to coast routesExplore destinationAll Kenya destinations
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city & cultureNairobi
Nairobi and Central KenyaKenya’s vibrant capital where wildlife, culture, dining and international connections meet.
1 to 3 nightsExplore destination
wildlifeMaasai Mara
Southwestern KenyaKenya’s iconic savannah destination for big cats, open plains, the Great Migration and classic safari experiences.
3 to 4 nightsExplore destination
wildlifeAmboseli
Southern KenyaElephant country beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, with open plains, wetlands, birdlife and memorable landscape photography.
2 to 3 nightsExplore destination
wildlifeTsavo
Southeastern KenyaA vast wilderness of red earth, lava landscapes, springs, rugged hills and wide ranging wildlife across Tsavo East and Tsavo West.
3 to 4 nightsExplore destination
wildlifeSamburu
Northern KenyaA striking northern Kenya safari landscape shaped by the Ewaso Nyiro River, dry country wildlife and Samburu culture.
2 to 3 nightsExplore destination
mountain & highlandsNanyuki
Laikipia and Mount KenyaA cool highland base for Mount Kenya, Laikipia conservancies, rhino conservation and active outdoor experiences.
2 to 4 nightsExplore destination
lakes & natureLake Nakuru
Great Rift ValleyA compact Rift Valley safari destination known for rhino conservation, birdlife, lake scenery, viewpoints and varied wildlife.
1 to 2 nightsExplore destination
lakes & natureLake Naivasha
Great Rift ValleyA freshwater Rift Valley escape for boat trips, birdlife, lakeside stays and nearby outdoor adventures.
1 to 3 nightsExplore destination
beachDiani Beach
South Coast, Kwale CountyA celebrated South Coast beach destination with white sand, warm Indian Ocean water, coral reefs and a wide choice of resorts.
3 to 7 nightsExplore destination
beachWatamu
North Coast, Kilifi CountyA relaxed North Coast destination combining protected beaches, coral reefs, marine life, creeks, forests and Swahili heritage.
3 to 6 nightsExplore destination
city & cultureLamu Island
Lamu Archipelago, North CoastA distinctive Swahili island journey shaped by Lamu Old Town, dhow culture, narrow streets, beaches and centuries of coastal heritage.
3 to 5 nightsExplore destination
DestinationOl Pejeta Conservancy
Laikipia Plateau, Central KenyaRhino conservation, Big Five wildlife and Mount Kenya scenery in Laikipia.
2 to 3 daysExplore destination
DestinationMeru National Park
Eastern KenyaA quieter Big Five wilderness of rivers, palms, red earth and rhino country.
3 to 4 daysExplore destination
DestinationSolio Ranch
Laikipia PlateauOne of Kenya's strongest rhino-viewing reserves between Mount Kenya and the Aberdares.
1 to 2 daysExplore destinationAberdare National Park
Central HighlandsCool mountain forest, waterfalls, moorland and wildlife in Kenya's central highlands.
1 to 2 daysExplore destination
DestinationHell's Gate National Park
Great Rift Valley / NaivashaA dramatic Rift Valley park for walking, cycling and volcanic landscapes near Lake Naivasha.
Half day to 1 dayExplore destinationLake Elementaita
Great Rift ValleyA peaceful alkaline lake and internationally important bird habitat between Naivasha and Nakuru.
1 nightExplore destinationLake Bogoria National Reserve
Great Rift ValleyFlamingo country, alkaline lake scenery and geothermal features beneath the Rift Valley escarpment.
Day visit or 1 night in the wider Rift ValleyExplore destinationMount Longonot National Park
Great Rift ValleyA volcanic crater and challenging rim hike within easy reach of Nairobi and Naivasha.
Day visit or 1 night nearbyExplore destinationSoysambu Conservancy
Great Rift Valley / Lake ElementaitaPrivate-conservancy wildlife, Nubian giraffes and prolific birdlife beside Lake Elementaita.
1 to 2 nightsExplore destination