Family Safari in Kenya
Kenya
9 days from $16,150 per person
* Based on double occupancy, incl. taxes & fuel surcharges, restrictions apply.
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
For the ultimate wild playground, our Kenya family tour is perfect for all ages and is all about extraordinary wildlife and true adventure in style and safety. Kenya is home to diverse game reserves and conservancies, as well as thrilling landscapes and delightful cultural encounters. Kiddos will surely be entertained with bush walks with Maasai guides and resident naturalists while parents enjoy the luxuries of the lodges and camps and time well spent together.
Don’t miss out—one child under 11 stays free with two paying adults!.
Highlights
Explore the uncharted beauty of Nairobi National Park, where the city skyline contrasts with the wild herds of wildlife, including endangered rhinos.
Discover the vast wilderness of the Maasai Mara, a premier safari destination where the Big 5 and other fascinating wildlife await.
Experience the exciting opportunity to assist in the Lion and Leopard Predator Profiling program at El Karama Lodge, helping identify and protect these majestic predators.
Enjoy a memorable cultural exchange with the Maasai people, where you’ll learn about their customs, traditions, and daily life.
*Price is in US Dollars per person based on double occupancy accommodations, land only, and subject to availability at time of booking. The 'from' price is valid for travel April 1 - 30, 2025. This independent travel itinerary is available year-round, with pricing on request.
Accommodations
1. The Emakoko
Kenya, Nairobi
The Emakoko is a family owned, boutique lodge uniquely positioned on the edge of the Nairobi National Park. Nothing is too much trouble for owners and hosts, Emma and Anthony Childs, who live on site with their young family. Well-appointed rooms are designed for relaxation and comfort, with huge, luxurious beds, black-out curtains and private verandas that look out on to the park. Fall asleep to the sounds of Africa, a lion roaring or the cry of a lone hyena, an amazing contrast to the sounds of any sleeping city. The relaxing atmosphere extends through to the open and airy public areas. Enjoy coffee by the pool overlooking the river, or the spectacular park sunsets with a cocktail in hand. Anthony & Emma are deeply committed to the preservation and protection of the Park and to the local communities that border it.
2. Lewa Wildernes
Kenya, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Located in the western corner of the conservancy, Lewa Wilderness was once the homestead of the Craig family, owners of the original ranch that has become Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. The Craigs have welcomed travelers here for more than 40 years. Today, the small collection of private cottages, all with en-suite facilities, log fireplaces and private verandas, look out across the vast plains of the Laikipia plateau, centered around the large manor house and dining area of the main house. Each room is unique, built with seclusion and privacy in mind. Guests are welcome to relax in the sitting area, around the swimming pool or on the tennis courts. Shared meals are enjoyed around a banquet table in the open-air dining room, with an on-site farm producing many of the fresh ingredients. The lodge’s main areas overlook a wooded valley where a river flows year-round. Some of the best wildlife sightings occur as lion, leopard and elephant often frequent this water source.
3. House in the Wild
Kenya, Masai Mara
House in the Wild is a boutique family owned lodge tucked away on a 1000 acre private estate, within the Enonkishu Conservancy on the edge of the Maasai Mara. Hosted by the Wood Family and their welcoming team, discover the rich traditions of East African life, while having direct access to some of the world’s best wildlife viewing. Offering all the warmth and rustic charm of a family lodge, the property comprises a main lodge which includes the lounge and dining area, swimming pool with a thatch gazebo and bar. The individually designed cottages feature naturally lit bathrooms with showers and massive bathtubs, huge comfy beds, draped with mosquito nets, and patios with views over the gardens or the Mara River. Electricity is a combination of solar power and generators. The Wood family have a longstanding connection with the Maasai community, the wildlife and the land, encouraging renewable practices that serve as a model for living in harmony with nature.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Nairobi, Kenya
Jambo na Karibu! Welcome to Nairobi. After a warm welcome, you’ll be driven to your boutique lodge located on the edge of Nairobi National Park. The drive through the park, with its beautiful scenery and plentiful plains game is a superb way to start any East African safari. (D)
The Emakoko
Day 2. Nairobi
Take a private game drive into one of the most unique game parks in the world. Despite its proximity to the capital city, Nairobi National Park, boasts a spectacular assortment of birds and wildlife. In between game drives, relax at the lodge, or perhaps visit the orphaned elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, a unique elephant & rhino relocation program. (BLD)
The Emakoko
Day 3. Nairobi / Laikipia
Fly to Laikipia, one of Kenya’s most spectacular wilderness regions and home to an exceptional diversity of wildlife. Arrive at Lewa Wilderness, a family-run safari lodge set within the renowned Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. This afternoon, head out on your first game drive to explore the conservancy’s beautiful landscapes and abundant wildlife, including elephant, lion, leopard, and the endangered black and white rhino. (BLD)
Lewa Wildernes
Day 4. Laikipia
Spend the day discovering the diverse landscapes and wildlife of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. Enjoy game drives in search of the Big Five and rare species, or choose from a range of activities including guided bush walks, horseback riding, birdwatching, and visits to the conservancy’s conservation projects. Families can also enjoy activities designed to introduce younger travelers to the natural world. (BLD)
Lewa Wildernes
Day 5. Laikipia
Continue exploring Lewa with a choice of experiences that go beyond traditional game drives. Learn about the conservancy’s pioneering rhino and wildlife conservation efforts, visit the Northern Rangelands Trust headquarters, or set out on a guided walk to experience the landscape on foot. There is also time to simply enjoy the lodge, with its beautiful gardens, swimming pool, and panoramic views across the conservancy. (BLD)
Lewa Wildernes
Day 6. Laikipia / Maasai Mara
Fly to the magical Maasai Mara for an exclusive safari experience at the Wood family’s boutique lodge perched on the banks of the Mara River. This afternoon, hop into your safari vehicle and head out into the Enonkishu and Ol Choro Conservation areas, a critical refuge for wildlife on the edge of the Mara-Serengeti ecosystem. The area is home to lion, cheetah, and African wild dog. Enjoy sundowners on the plains before returning to a delicious dinner. (BLD)
House in the Wild
Day 7. Maasai Mara
Set out on game drives with experienced guides who know the area intimately. The lodge is surrounded by wildlife who migrate freely between the Enonkishu, and neighboring Ol Chorro and Lemek Conservancies. For the more energetic, a guided walk / climb up the Kileleoni Hill is well worth it. It is the highest point in the Greater Mara ecosystem, and the view stretches out as far as the eye can see. (BLD)
House in the Wild
Day 8. Maasai Mara
When you are not on a game drive, walk around the estate, meet the team, help with day-to-day jobs, which may include tree planting, beekeeping or helping the scouts in their conservation work. Visit the Mara Training Centre founded by Tarquin and Lippa Wood and learn how the local communities build their livelihoods in harmony with the wildlife. Spend an hour or two at the local Maasai Village, learning about how their huts are made, how to make fire with only a couple of twigs, listen to the mammas sing and meet the children. Why not pack a few extra pens, pencils, footballs and donate to the local school children. (BLD)
House in the Wild
Day 9. Masai Mara / Depart
Soak up your last morning on safari before returning to Nairobi. A dayroom is at your disposal until you are transferred to the airport for your international departure flight. (B)
Pricing
Land Arrangements (Price per person)
Child price based on 1 child under 12 years old, sharing with 2 adults. Price for children 12 years and above on request
Air Arrangements (Internal Airfare)
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