Luxury Safari Guide to Kenya for First Timers

Thanks to its excellent climate, wide-open game reserves, and an abundance of wildlife, Kenya ranks high up on the ladder as one of Africa’s greatest safari destinations.

If you are planning luxury safaris in Kenya, you should know it is the best place in Africa to indulge.

From customized safari vehicles to lavish private planes to stay in accommodations that could easily double up as a penthouse on Park Avenue, the ultra-luxury Kenyan safari tops in comfort and pampering.

Central Kenya is typically where all the safari itineraries are set since the capital Nairobi is the logistical hub, and the neighboring areas are where some popular places like Nairobi National Park, Naivasha, and Lake Nakuru are located.

Getting around

The airport in Nairobi is the major flight hub of East Africa and the gateway to the rest of the country. About 15 km away is the Wilson Airport, from where light aircraft operate for safaris to Amboseli, Masai Mara, Samburu, and other smaller parks.

Best time to go on a luxury safari in Kenya

Safaris in Kenya are year-round affairs, but the best time to go is between April to October when the dry season offers the ideal conditions for game viewing.

Additionally, in Masai Mara from late June to early October, you can witness the great migration, watching millions of animals moving as a single force.

However, visitors should not hesitate to visit the game reserves outside the peak season, when crowds have gone and the intermittent showers cover the landscape in a shade of verdant green.

Ultimately when to go to Kenya should not depend entirely on the season or climate. Factors like preferred wildlife viewing, the school session of the kids, and the availability of rooms in the lodge of your choice will prove important in the process of decision-making.

When to book your luxury safari?

You might have money to splurge on luxury, but no one can conjure the camp availability of your choice. Therefore, to achieve the best selection of options within your preferred budget, you should plan for your ultimate Kenyan safari twelve months in advance or even earlier.

For Masai Mara, during the high season, it is recommended to book a year in advance, while for the shoulder months, you will be able to get away with a two-month booking window.

How long should a luxury safari be?

There are various factors to consider, and the experience varies from lodge to lodge. However, the pace of the…