Luxury Kenya Safari Tours

Most travelers from the U.S. arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya’s main international gateway. Kenya Airways operates a nonstop service from New York JFK, while travelers from elsewhere in the U.S. typically connect through hubs such as Doha, Dubai, Amsterdam, Istanbul, London, or Paris.

Most scheduled flights to Kenya’s safari regions depart from Wilson Airport, located across Nairobi from the international airport. From there, you can fly to destinations such as the Masai Mara, Amboseli, and Laikipia. Private charters and road transfers may also be recommended, depending on your itinerary.

Our team coordinates the international arrival, airport transfers, and onward safari connections as part of your journey.

Kenya is one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations, combining exceptional wildlife, varied landscapes, private conservancies, and some of the continent’s most highly regarded luxury camps.

The Masai Mara is known for year-round predator sightings and the seasonal arrival of the Great Migration. Beyond the Mara, travelers can see elephants beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, track rhino and search for northern specialist species in Laikipia, or explore the arid landscapes of Samburu.

Kenya also offers far more than traditional game drives. Depending on the lodge and conservancy, experiences may include walking safaris, horseback riding, camel trekking, conservation activities, and private helicopter journeys over Mount Kenya or Kenya’s remote northern landscapes. A safari can also be combined with time on the Kenyan coast, creating a seamless bush-and-beach journey.

For Ubuntu Travel Co-founder Leah Green, Kenya is where her connection with Africa began, first through a campus-wide fundraiser and later while volunteering in the country. That experience continues to shape how we design Kenya safaris today: with first-hand knowledge, meaningful local connections, and a focus on choosing the right regions, camps, and experiences for each traveler.

Kenya is a year-round safari destination, but the best time to visit depends on what you hope to see and how you want to experience it. We’ll guide you through the nuances of each season and help you choose the right regions, lodges, and timing for your trip.

Here’s a quick overview:

• July to October is Kenya’s peak safari season. Large herds from the Great Migration may enter the Masai Mara during this period, with Mara River crossings most commonly associated with August through early October. Drier conditions, cooler mornings, and thinning vegetation can also improve wildlife visibility across many safari regions.
• January to March, June, and November can offer rewarding alternatives to the busiest Migration months. Depending on the month and destination, travelers may experience strong resident wildlife viewing, greener landscapes, fewer vehicles, and greater lodge availability.
• April to May is Kenya’s main green season, bringing lush landscapes, excellent birding, and quieter camps. Some seasonal properties close, and heavy rain can make certain roads and tracks more difficult. However, for travelers comfortable with variable weather, it can offer attractive value, solitude, and beautiful photographic conditions.

Absolutely. Kenya combines particularly well with Tanzania and Zanzibar, or with Rwanda and Uganda for gorilla trekking. Nairobi is also a major regional hub, making it possible to continue to destinations in Southern Africa, including South Africa.

Many travelers choose to end their safari with time on the Kenyan coast, creating a relaxing bush-and-beach journey without leaving the country.

The best combination will depend on seasonal conditions, flight schedules, and how much time you have available.

Yes. Most Kenya safari itineraries include malaria-risk areas, and preventative medication is commonly recommended. However, the advice will depend on your exact route, medical history, and the medication most suitable for you. We strongly recommend consulting a travel doctor before departure.

You should also take precautions to avoid mosquito bites, including using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants in the evening, and sleeping beneath a mosquito net where one is provided.

A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is not normally required when traveling directly from the United States. However, it may be required if you arrive from, or have a longer transit through, a country with a risk of Yellow Fever transmission. Your travel doctor or travel clinic should confirm the requirements based on your complete flight route and travel history.