Affordable Kenya Family Safari and Beach

Duration
10 days
Price from
£3,188 pp.
Location
Kenya, Africa
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Trip Highlights

  • See the Big 5 in the Mara
  • Relax on the beach
  • Private family tent

What's Included

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • All transfers
  • Guides and park fees

See the best of Kenya for a great price

A family safari packed with wildlife, culture and relaxation on the stunning East African coast.

From thrilling game drives across the savannah to the gentle rhythm of the Indian Ocean, this family-friendly adventure brings together Kenya’s most unforgettable experiences – sparking curiosity, connection, and a true sense of wonder.

What makes this journey so rewarding for families is the balance. There’s real excitement and discovery, but also time to slow down, savour the moment, and enjoy being together in one of the most extraordinary corners of the world.

Our Kenya specialist, Ottilie, says:

“I love this trip for families – especially with kids aged six and up. It’s got just the right balance of adventure and downtime, and everything’s taken care of so you can really relax and enjoy the experience. One day you’re spotting lions on a game drive, the next you’re building a campfire on the beach or learning to track animals with a Maasai guide. These are the kinds of memories that stick with you and still be talking about around the dinner table years later.”

Start in the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife reserves. Staying in a private conservancy away from the crowds, you’ll head out on daily game drives in search of lions, elephants, cheetahs, and (with a bit of luck) elusive leopards. Enjoy bush picnics, spot nocturnal creatures on night drives, and learn to track animals with local Maasai guides whose deep knowledge wonderful storytelling brings the land to life.

There’s plenty of cultural richness too,from village visits to hands-on experiences with traditional ‘warrior skills’ like fire-making and animal tracking, which kids especially love.

Then, swap the bush for the beach and fly to Kenya’s coast for a few days of well-earned relaxation on Diani’s white sands. Snorkel over coral reefs, paddle through turquoise shallows, or simply unwind beneath the palms as the warm breeze rolls in.

You’ll stay in a small, welcoming beach lodge where barefoot living meets Kenyan hospitality – a place that’s both luxurious and laid-back, where attentive service, Swahili culture, and the beauty of the natural world come together effortlessly.


Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Kenya!

Nairobi

Arrive in Nairobi, where you will be met and transferred to The Tamarind Tree Hotel for your first night, with breakfast included. Relax, settle in, and get ready - your unforgettable safari begins tomorrow!

Day 2 Journey to the Masai Mara

Staying at Saruni Wild

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Nairobi Wilson Airport for a scenic light aircraft flight to The Masai Mara. Upon landing, your expert safari guide will greet you take take you on your first game drive en route to your camp - Saruni Wild.

Spend the next 3 nights in a spacious family tent, with all meals and house drinks included.

Days 3-4 Adventures in the Mara

Day 5 From Bush to Beach

Staying at Peponi Hotel, Lamu

After a final morning game drive, you will return to the airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi Wilson, connecting onwards to the stunning island of Lamu. On arrival you will be whisked away to the iconic Peponi Hotel, your home for the next 5 nights.

Settle into two comfortable standard rooms, with breakfast included.

Days 6-9 Beach Bliss & Cultural Discovery

Day 10 Goodbye Kenya

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When to go to Kenya

Find out the best time to visit Kenya with our month by month guide.

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January

January is a great time for wildlife viewing. The landscapes are lush and green after the 'short rains' and newborn animals can been seen. It is hot, but brief afternoon or evening showers cool things down, without compromising your safari. Over on the coast the sea is clear, making it ideal for diving and snorkelling, and the days are warm and bright.

February

February is an ideal time to visit Kenya, and great for game viewing. The landscapes are green and thriving thanks to the short rains, and newborn animals will be hopping around the plains. There maybe a few afternoon showers which are welcome in the heat, and don't impact on wildlife viewing. Water clarify is excellent at the moment, which is good news for watersports enthusiasts. And if you want to spot a whale shark, now is the time to try.

March

Still a good option for wildlife viewing and diving, although with the 'long rains' just around the corner, expect wetter and hotter weather.

April

April brings the start of the 'long rains' which means game reserves and national parks become muddy and harder to drive around. Over on the coast it's hot and wet, so it isn't the best time of year to travel. Some camps and lodges close during this period.

May

The 'long rains' continue into May, making park tracks difficult to navigate in the mud, and the coast very warm and wet. There will be less accommodation choice at this time as several lodges and camps during this period.

June

June is a beautiful time of year to visit Kenya, with the rains receding to just light showers, and the long dry season not far ahead. The high grasses can sometimes make it more of a challenge to spot game, but the landscapes are lush and some animals may begin arriving early for the migration. At altitude nights can be cool, but elsewhere the temperature is pleasant.

July

July marks the beginning of the great migration into the Masai Mara, and with warm and generally dry weather, this is a great time of year to visit. Days are sunny, skies are blue and there isn't too much dust around, so it's a great time for photography.

August

The migration is now in full swing in the Masai Mara, with lots of river crossing action, so if you want to see those massive herds of wildebeest and zebra, now is the time to come. Game viewing in general is excellent and it's one of the most popular times of year to visit, so some of the main parks do become crowded. Temperatures are warm and dry.

September

Game viewing continues to be excellent, and the weather is generally dry so this is another ideal month to visit Kenya's parks. The bush is less dense and as animals gather around waterholes and rivers it makes wildlife spotting much easier.

October

October is a great time if you want to avoid the crowds and don't mind the temperature slowly starting to rise. There may be a few short showers, but game viewing remains excellent with the end of the migration, and it's a good time to holiday anywhere in Kenya.

November

November heralds the start of the 'short rains' and with hotter temperatures some camps are closed. The Mara however is still open, and despite sometimes stormy skies, game viewing is still good. Fewer crowds and lower prices make this an attractive month to visit. Over on the coast water clarify is good for snorkelling and diving.

December

The 'short rains' are bringing the landscapes back to life, and as the plains start to become green again, wildlife viewing remains good, and it's a great time for birding. Some camps are closed (mainly in the north of Kenya) but many others remain open. The showers tend to fall in the afternoons and don't impact greatly on a safari. Take advantage of reduced visitor numbers and lower prices.

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