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Fly to

Nairobi or Mombasa

flying time

8 hours 30 minutes non-stop

time difference

GMT +3 hours

Visas

Required for UK passport holders

Health Requirements

Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an endemic area

Best time to travel

December - March, July - October

Weather

Kenya's equatorial location ensures warm weather year round, though it can be cool at night and first thing in the morning. There are two rain seasons, the long rains occur from April to June and short rains from October to December. The rainfall is sometimes heavy and when it does come it often falls in the afternoons and evenings. The hottest period is from February to March and coldest in July to August.

 


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Kenya SAFARI

Kenya is the birthplace of Abercrombie & Kent and famed for its wide-open spaces, savannahs, and astounding array of wildlife, crater lakes, snow-capped mountains and golden beaches. It is the ideal country for luxury Kenya safaris and Kenya holidays, which are always unique and always unforgettable.

Kenya safari holidays with Abercrombie & Kent are totally bespoke.  Every experience is personal and built on our wealth of knowledge and expertise, offering privileged access to exclusive accommodation (from stylish bush homes to secluded tented camps), locations and experiences and an authentic flavour of the real Kenya.  A&K luxury Kenya safaris are as rich and varied as Kenya itself.

Undoubtedly the best way to experience the African bush is by sleeping under canvas.  We provide the utmost luxury in our Private Mobile Camping for the very best Kenya safari, ensuring maximum privacy and that no compromises are made to guarantee your comfort is of the highest standard.

North of Nairobi at the foot of Mount Kenya is Lewa Downs, hailed as one of Kenya's biggest conservation successes.  Endangered species abound, ranging from the grevy's zebra to sitatunga and oryx.

Amboseli, a relatively small park in the south of the country, is famed for herds of elephants and stunning views of Kilimanjaro which forms a stunning backdrop to your Kenya safari . To the east, Tsavo is the largest National Park in the country, a place to really discover the secrets of the bush. To the north, in the arid lowlands beyond Mount Kenya, is the Samburu National Reserve.

Meanwhile, stretching through the centre of the country, the Rift Valley is the greatest geological fault in the world and one of the last refuges of the endangered black rhino, Laikipia Plateau, is located along the eastern escarpment. For birds, wildlife and visitors to Kenya it is the deep blue waters of the crater lakes that prove irresistible magnets. Lake Naivasha at 1880 meters is the higher of the Rift Valley Lakes and provides habitats for over 350 species of birds.

To the west the Masai Mara is the northern tip of the great Serengeti ecosystem, a wedge of short-grassed plains and a haven for game of all kinds.  The 'Big Five', the high point of many a Kenya safari holiday, are resident in higher concentrations here than perhaps anywhere else.

Kenya holidays are not all about safari and such a wealth of scenic contrasts is complemented by the palm fringed Indian Ocean coastline.

Pricing
At A&K all of our journeys are individually tailored to suit your needs and timescale. However, as a guide, a 9 day luxury Kenya safari will cost from £4,620 per person based on two adults sharing with flights from the UK and subject to availability.



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Suggested Kenya accommodation offers

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Elephant Pepper Camp  

Come to Elephant Pepper Camp for an authentic bush experience. Situated on the northern edge of the Masai Mara Reserve, this eight-tent encampment is surrounded by plentiful game.

Funzi Keys, Kenya 

Funzi Keys  

Tucked away on an unspoilt island in the Indian Ocean, yet just 15 minutes by air from Mombasa, this is a scene of beautiful seclusion and natural landscape. Surrounded by water with glorious views of the African...

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Little Governors Camp  

Staying in one of 17 spacious safari tents, each with private veranda, you can relax and enjoy the panorama of animals and birds frequenting the watering hole in front.

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Loisaba Lodge  

Luxurious yet in harmony with its surroundings, Loisaba is a tranquil and life-enhancing haven for both animals and visitors. This exclusive lodge is perched high on the edge of a plateau looking towards Mount Kenya...

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Sanctuary Olonana  

A small idyllic camp in the heart of Kenya's big game country, Olonana nestles in the Masai Mara conservation area on the banks of the Mara River. This is the beautiful setting for your sightings of the 'Big Five'.