An African safari is one of those experiences that I believe must be added to your bucket-list and experienced at least once in your lifetime! Seeing iconic animals such as lions and elephants in the wild, where they belong, takes my breath away every time. There are a number of destinations across Africa in which you can go on safari but Kenya is one of the most popular and with very good reason.
Kenya is home to a number of national parks and reserves, many of which are world-famous. April update: Whilst Kenya was once touted as a cheaper destination to go on safari in comparison to neighbouring Tanzania and Uganda, this is no longer the case due to increases in Kenya park fees which fully kick-in on 1st July The three destinations are now comparable when it comes to prices.
This guide contains all the updated costs. This includes park fees, full board accommodation, your vehicle, driver guide and any taxes. If a private safari is outside of your budget then there are cheaper options available. The chart below shows you typical prices for a Kenya safari when working with a local tour operator. The cost per day usually given as the cost per person per day , will vary depending on a number of factors, including the number of people in your group, which national parks you visit and your mode of transport e.
The total cost for your safari is mostly dictated by how many days you choose to spend on safari. Whilst not my first choice, a 3 day itinerary is also possible due to the high destiny of wildlife and short driving distance from Nairobi to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Save time and ensure an incredible safari experience by getting quotes from my recommended local safari companies. It takes under 60 seconds to fill out the form and in under 48 hours you will receive multiple, no-obligation proposals from my favourite local tour operators with glowing online reviews.
Get your free no-obligation safari quotes and my top safari tips and recommendations. Kenya might not be the cheapest places to go on safari, especially after the park fee increase. However, the country is without a doubt, one of the best safari destinations in the world. Therefore Narok County Government and the Kenya Wildlife Service have raised the prices to reduce the numbers of safaris whilst maintaining the same income to protect the national parks and reserves.
