Classic Kenya Safari
Masai Mara and the Rift Valley lakes
Core destinations
Is this right for you?
Best for
First-time visitors wanting varied Kenyan landscapes from savannah to flamingo-covered lakes with good road accessibility.
Trade-offs
- •Multiple parks means more driving time between destinations
- •Masai Mara can feel crowded during peak crossing months
- •Less exclusive than conservancy-only itineraries
Looks like a fit?
We'll customize this around your dates and preferences
What your days look like
A typical day on safari in Kenya
6:00am early morning tea delivered to your tent
6:30am game drive through conservancy, exclusive access, no vehicle limits
Bush breakfast, return to camp, relax by the pool or enjoy spa
4:00pm afternoon activity - game drive, walking, or cultural visit
Sundowners on the escarpment, dinner in the boma
Optional night drive searching for leopard and nocturnal species
Conservancy Walking with Warriors
Kenya's private conservancies offer walking safaris led by Maasai warriors and trained guides. This intimate experience connects you to the land through tracking, ecology, and cultural interpretation.
📷 Maasai warrior leading small group through golden savanna grass with Mt Kenya backdrop
Activities available in Kenya
Where you'll stay
All accommodation typesAccommodation styles available in Kenya for this trip type
Classic Safari Lodge
Permanent structure with individual rooms or suites, typically stone or thatch construction. Common areas include dining room, lounge, pool. Full service with staff.
First-time safari visitors; those wanting reliable comfort; families; couples
📷 Stone and thatch safari lodge with swimming pool overlooking African savanna at sunset
Permanent Tented Camp
Canvas tents on raised platforms or concrete bases, with en-suite bathrooms, proper beds, and often verandas. Combines outdoor immersion with comfort.
Those wanting bush atmosphere with comfort; second-time safari visitors; photographers
📷 Luxury canvas tent on wooden platform with private deck overlooking river at dawn
Treehouse / Star Bed
Elevated sleeping platform, either in actual tree or raised structure. Often used as special one-night experience. Combines sleep-out adventure with some structure.
Couples seeking romance; adventurous families with older kids; those marking occasions
Laikipia specialty
📷 Elevated star bed platform with white linens and mosquito net under acacia tree at twilight
Mobile Tented Camp
Lightweight camp that moves seasonally to follow wildlife. Canvas tents with camp beds, bucket showers, and bush toilets. Staff-to-guest ratio often 1:1.
Adventure-oriented travelers; those following migration; experienced safari-goers
Migration following
📷 Small tented camp setup in remote bush with safari vehicle and wildebeest migration in background
Note: Vurara Safaris doesn't list specific lodges or camps. We select properties based on your preferences, timing, and availability during trip planning.
Typical cost range
Per person, land costs
Excluding international flights
- +Peak season (Jul-Oct) adds 20-40% to accommodation rates
- −Larger groups (4-6 people) reduce per-person costs significantly
- −Green season rates (if available) can reduce costs 20-40%
These are cost bands, not quotes. Vurara Safaris provides custom pricing based on your specific dates, group size, and accommodation preferences. Ranges reflect 2024-2025 operator rates and are updated periodically.
Before you book
Variants
The same route can work at different comfort levels
Balanced Approach
7–10 days covering Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli. Quality lodges with experienced guides.
Quality lodges, small groups
Budget Alternative
Same destinations with simpler accommodation and shared transfers.
Lower cost, basic comfort
Luxury Upgrade
Same route with premium camps and private guiding throughout.
Exclusive access, personalized service
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