Kenya

Masai Mara | Kenya

Kenya – the original safari destination. If wildlife is your drawcard, then the highlights are well-known and right here. Many of our travellers have sat in awe on the banks of the Mara River in September, watching the huge famed migratory herds of the annual Wildebeest Migration crossing over from the Serengeti. Others have chosen a pre-dawn balloon ride and drifted silently above as the sun appeared to welcome a new day to the endless plains. Others still have revelled in photographing the enormous elephants of Amboseli – framed under the towering heights of Kilimanjaro.

An easy flight from London, Nairobi is the regional hub and from here you can access not only the many safari locations, but also stunning white-sand Indian Ocean beaches. For the adventurous at heart, we highly recommend a 3-4 day add-on to Rwanda where you can travel up into the Virunga Volcanoes and track the rare & endangered Gorillas in the Mist…

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For an ideal first visit to Kenya, we recommend a combination of two nights in Amboseli National Park with three nights in the Masaai Mara Game Reserve. This great value safari is a perfect introduction to the stunning landscape and fauna and flora of Kenya.
The white sandy Indian Ocean beaches of the Mombasa Coast offer an excellent value beach add-on to any Kenyan Safari. Check out Pinewood Village for a great deal. We can even book you a direct flight from the Mara to the coast to make your trip cheaper and seamless!
Contact us for details of tracking game on foot with local Masaai Warriors as guides. A fantastic eye into the local culture and history, plus an experience you are unlikely to forget!
Don't miss the opportunity to take a side-trip to Rwanda and experience the ultimate wildlife experience - tracking Mountain Gorillas in the wild.

When to visit

June-September	The dry months and a great time to visit. Excellent game viewing and the migratory herds start to arrive in the Masaai Mara from late July. Occasional chilly mornings at higher altitudes, but sunny and warm during the day.
October-November	The "short" rains. The Migratory herds are starting to leave the Mara for the long journey south. Deals to be had at this quieter time of year.
December-March	The summer months are somewhat warmer and mainly dry. This is a great time to visit if you wish to avoid the crowds that can gather during the migration in July & August. The game viewing is excellent andprobably the best time for a combination trip with Rwanda.
April-May	Autumn. Lots of green following the summer rains; warm temperatures, clear skies