When is the best time to visit Kenya for safari?

June to October is cool and dry with the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara and excellent big cat viewing. January to February is warm and mostly dry with great birding. March to May brings long rains and lush scenery. November to December has short rains and vibrant green landscapes.

Where should I go in Kenya?

Combine the Maasai Mara with Laikipia and Lewa’s private conservancies, add Samburu’s dramatic landscapes, and the Rift Valley’s bird-filled lakes. We match regions and camps to your style for seamless logistics and superb wildlife.

What wildlife can I expect to see?

Big Five present, Great Migration herds in season, rhino tracking in Lewa, rare Grevy’s zebra and exceptional birdlife with over 1,100 species. African wild dog is possible in select areas.

What experiences can you arrange?

Hot air ballooning over the Mara, guided bush walks, horseback riding in select conservancies, photographic hides, cultural visits with Maasai and Samburu, stargazing and unforgettable alfresco dining. All fully tailor-made.

Are trips suitable for families, couples or solo travelers?

Yes. We design family-friendly, couple-focused and solo itineraries, aligning camp selection, room types and pacing to your preferences, then handling every detail from arrival to departure.

KENYA

Kenya is safari’s original heartland. Where golden savannahs meet snow-capped peaks and wildlife-rich highlands. From the Maasai Mara’s Great Migration to the wilds of Laikipia and Lewa, and the bird-filled lakes of the Rift Valley, this is a land of timeless landscapes, vibrant culture, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Explore Experience Inspiration

Canvas tented suite glowing at sunset on the edge of open grassland with low hills beyond, Masai Mara, Kenya.

From Mara Plains to Northern Wilds

Follow the wildebeest herds across the Maasai Mara from Angama or Bateleur Camp, venture north to Laikipia’s private conservancies at Segera or Lewa, and explore Samburu’s dramatic landscapes. End with flamingo-dotted Rift Valley lakes. A journey of abundant wildlife, striking scenery, and warm Kenyan hospitality.

Plains zebra standing among grazing wildebeest during the Great Migration on the Masai Mara plains, Kenya.

Sundowners setup on a wide Laikipia plain with a vehicle nearby and a small bar table, Kenya, warm afternoon light.

QUICK FACTS

50+ national parks
Big Five present
Great Migration herds
Over 1100 bird species
Rare Grey’s zebra

Sunlit river view bedroom with canvas windows framing the water and woodland, Masai Mara, Kenya.

Experiences & Highlights

Experience Kenya’s legendary wildlife areas. Witness the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara, track rhino in Lewa Conservancy, or spot rare Grevy’s zebra in Samburu. Across NOMARA locations, we offer hot air balloon safaris, cultural visits with Maasai and Samburu, horseback riding, photographic hides, and unforgettable alfresco dining under the endless African sky.

CUSTOMISE YOUR JOURNEY.

Talk to us to customise your journey

Two storey riverfront lodge glowing at dusk with hippos resting in the river shallows, Masai Mara, Kenya.

Three cheetahs sitting alert in pale grass, scanning the savanna for prey in the Masai Mara, Kenya.

Seasonality.

JAN - FEB

Warm, mostly dry

GREEN LANDSCAPES AFTER SHORT RAINS

EXCELLENT BIRDING

MAR- MAY

Long rains, lush scenery

CALVING SEASON IN MARA

FEWER VISITORS

JUN - OCT

Cool, dry conditions

GREAT MIGRATION IN MARA

BIG CAT CONCENTRATIONS

NOV - DEC

Short rains, vibrant green

MIGRATORY BIRDS ARRIVE

ELEPHANT GATHERINGS

Private concession with private game drive vehciles at Masai Mara, Westgate Community Conservancy in Kenya

Luxury tented camps in Masai Mara, Kenya

Cultural safaris across Kenya. Visit Masai Mara communities and conservation projects

Journey Inspiration.

Moru Kopjes - Central Serengeti Calving Circuit

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Moru Kopjes - Central Serengeti Calving Circuit

$1,285.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Follow December and January’s migration surge through the central Serengeti. Base at Usawa Moru West and Dunia to track wildebeest herds over short grass plains and granite kopjes. Expect pregnant females, early calves, and active predators. Days run to unhurried game drives and full day outings, with bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and open air dinners under bright night skies.

Highlights/Activities

Moru Kopjes viewpoints, Seronera river lines, early calving build up, wildebeest and zebra herds, cheetah and hyena action, lion on the kopjes, guided game drives, full day outings, bush breakfasts, picnic lunches, open air dinners, stargazing, golden hour photography, birding for kori bustard and secretarybird, flexible mobile positioning at Usawa, classic tented comfort at Dunia.

Countries Covered: Tanzania

Treetops to Craters - Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro

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Treetops to Craters - Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro

$950.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

This safari combines treehouse suites in the Mahogany Tree forests on the shores of Lake Manyara and all its beauty as well as unique dome design tented units in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (UNESCO World Heritage Site) where you are surrounded by a number of craters to explore. Your first introduction to Maasai culture will fascinate you.

Highlights/Activities

Unique accommodation in special locations, tree climbing lions in Lake Manyara National Park, game drives within the Ngorongoro crater and nature hikes in sister crater nearby, fascinating Maasai Cultural experiences.

Countries Covered: Tanzania

Kenya Legends of the Land: From Samburu to the Mara

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Kenya Legends of the Land: From Samburu to the Mara

$1,345.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Embark on a journey through Kenya’s wild heart, from breakfast with giraffes in Nairobi to Samburu’s rugged landscapes and the iconic plains of the Masai Mara. This immersive safari blends luxury, culture, and conservation across private reserves and riverfront camps, offering rare wildlife encounters, authentic Samburu traditions, and front-row views of The Great Migration.

Highlights/Activities

Breakfast with giraffes at Giraffe Manor, giraffe feeding and afternoon tea, game drives in Samburu and Westgate Conservancy, Samburu Special Five sightings, guided bush walks, community visits, camel safaris, optional fly camping, sundowners and stargazing, pool and spa time, game drives in the Maasai Mara, Big Five sightings, Great Migration viewing in season, sunrise hot air balloon, bush breakfasts and picnic lunches, family-friendly activities.