Kenya Safari
From CAD $3,394
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
From the famous Maasai Mara, the setting for the Great Migration, the foreground to Mt Kilimanjaro and the inspiration for the epic film Out of Africa, Kenya has places that will imprint on your memory and heart forever. This trip sees you riding in an open-top vehicle through National Parks and vast plains by day, and sleeping in safari-style lodges at night. Not only will you have a chance to see big game in the parks, you'll get up close to giraffes and elephants for the ultimate African encounter.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 3 Lunch (L)
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 5 Breakfast (B)
FAQs
- Marrakesh: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
- Amboseli: What is Luxe Glamping? Luxe Glamping is camping with a bougee twist. That means sleeping in permanent tented structures - with proper beds, electricity and en-suite bathrooms too.
- Amboseli: What kind of bedding will I have when we're glamping? You’ll be crashing on a proper bed, complete with pillows and a cosy duvet. Camping, but make it comfy.
- Amboseli: Do I have to set up a tent? Nope. This trip includes Luxe Glamping accommodation. That means, you'll stay in permanent tented structures complete with en suite bathrooms. No tent setting up required!
- Amboseli: What are the bathroom facilities like when glamping? You'll have access to your very own private ensuite (shared with just one more traveller). These come with proper toilets, hot showers and everything you need.
Included Experience
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: How to make the most of our time in Maasai Mara? This afternoon/evening, you’ll have the chance to set off in search of whatever wildlife you missed in the morning – binocs at the ready!
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: Known for its grassy plains and rolling hills, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras and hippos, the Maasai Mara is a jewel in Africa’s wildlife crown – don’t miss your chance to explore it at sunrise.
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: It’s your last evening in the Mara to see the epic wildlife on this vast savannah.
- Nairobi: Meet the dedicated team and see for yourself the work being done to help the women and children who live here in the Kibera slum.
- Amboseli: Get that iconic wildlife shot with the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.
- Amboseli: Get up early in search of the famous elephants in this iconic Kenyan National Park.
Trip Details
Product Code: 17287
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+, Luxury
Tour Operator:
Contiki (CA)
Supplier Code: 294.2083A
Starts: Nairobi, Kenya
Finishes: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 6 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $3,394 ($566 /day)
Itinerary
Today your adventure begins. You’ll meet your guides and your fellow travellers, and then we’ll load up the safari vehicles and be on our way. Passing through the Great Rift Valley, we’ll get to our Maasai Mara lodge just in time for lunch – and then head out for our first game drive. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife large and small as we make our way across those magnificent rolling hills.
Accommodation: Sentrim Mara (or similar)
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After an early breakfast, you'll get the chance to head out on a hot air balloon ride to check out the African Savannah as the sun rises. Then, after a champagne breakfast to top it all off, you'll rejoin the morning's game drive. At midday, we’ll head back to the lodge for lunch and a swim, and then embark on our second game drive this afternoon – in search of Africa's elusive big cats. The Maasai Mara is the setting for one of nature’s greatest phenomena: The Great Migration. If you’re here at the right time of year, you’ll have the chance to witness millions of wildebeest and zebras en route to greener pastures.
Accommodation: Sentrim Mara (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise and shine, Kenyan explorers! With the Maasai Mara lodged firmly in our memories (and our hearts), we'll make our way back to Nairobi this morning - where plenty more magic awaits. This afternoon we head back to Nairobi, where something truly special awaits us. We'll visit the Kibera Slum to see the incredible work being done by the Mirror of Hope Foundation - working to break the cycle of poverty through education, helping the women and children to improve their quality of life. Afterwards, the afternoon is yours to relax and choose from a variety of hotel restaurants with views of the Nairobi National Park.
Accommodation: 2.5.4. Ole Sereni (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Back in Nairobi, we'll have the chance to take a unique game drive in Nairobi National Park. Keep your eyes peeled for waterholes, cityscapes and the elusive white rhino too. We'll also visit the Sheldrick Elephant rehabilitation nursery to watch baby elephants play and bathe in the water (the most beautiful chaotic mess you'll ever encounter), and hear the fascinating story of their road to recovery too. After a picnic lunch and a visit to a local Curio shop, we’ll head for our lodge (right on the edge of the Amboseli National Park, might we add, with views of Mt Kilimanjaro too!) to enjoy a delicious included dinner.
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After our morning's buffet breakfast, we will do a short safari walk to a Maasai village, guided by Maasai warriors as they teach us about their culture and everyday lives co-existing with wild animals. After lunch we will head out to Amboseli National Park, famous for its iconic shots of elephants and wildlife feeding in the foreground while the peak of Africa rises in the background: Mt Kilimanjaro. It's a photographer's dream, and it's all yours. Our final dinner in Kenya will be included back at the lodge.
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Our last day of this incredible trip will send us off with a bang, including one last morning game drive through the Amboseli to the Tanzania border. We then head back to Nairobi for drop-offs at Nairobi Airport or our hotel in Nairobi. With full hearts and memories, here is where we'll say fond farewells to our Africa adventure and our new Contiki family.
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
Contiki (CA)
Contiki is a New Zealand-based tour company that caters to 18 to 35-year-olds, offering over 350 different tours in over 75 countries in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.[1] It is a subsidiary of The Travel Corporation. Its tours historically had a reputation for partying;[2][3] however, it also operates wellness trips culturally immersive experiences that focus less on alcohol, which are more popular with Generation Z.[4] The company owns lodging facilities in Europe, including the Chateau De Cruix, a 16th century castle in the Beaujolais wine region, and the Gasthof Schoneck in the Austrian Tyrol. The name "Contiki" comes from the portmanteau 'Con' from the word 'Continent' and 'Tiki'; from the Māori referring to the first man, often symbolised as a pendant known as hei-tiki. It can also be attributed to the New Zealand slang 'Tiki-tour' describing taking a longer route to a destination in order to explore.[5]
In Business Since 1931
Reviews
Christina Rattotti - Traveled, March 2025
I cannot express how wonderful Jahbir made our trip to Kenya. At every opportunity he went above and beyond to make sure we had the most meaningful visit possible. Not only did he share his knowledge of the wildlife, he also ensured we had a full understanding of Kenyan culture. He was happy to answer my never-ending questions and truly treated us like old friends. Our trip throughout Kenya was so meaningful because of Jahbir. We are already looking forward to returning in the future. We came for the animals, but Jahbir gave us so much more. I cannot express how wonderful Jahbir made our trip to Kenya. At every opportunity he went above and beyond to make sure we had the most meaningful visit possible. Not only did he share his knowledge of the wildlife, he also ensured we had a full understanding of Kenyan culture. He was happy to answer my never-ending questions and truly treated us like old friends. Our trip throughout Kenya was so meaningful because of Jahbir. We are already looking forward to returning in the future. We came for the animals, but Jahbir gave us so much more.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/25/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, February 2025
This is a very well thought out trip. It was a successful safari which also managed to have variety in the itinerary. The guide JB and both drivers were amazing; so friendly, helpful and they were like 3 extra members of the group. The drivers were so determined for us to see as much as possible, chasing tips for animals at speed to get us there. JB was a fount of knowledge on all the animals (his ostrich mating dance imitation was a treat to behold!). A once in a lifetime trip with a wonderful group of people. A great way to spend my Christmas. Easy and the staff were always helpful via email
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/09/2025
Leeanne Wilson - Traveled, February 2025
The trip was a great one. Couldn't of asked for better people to share the experience. It was a small group of just 7 people. Our safari experience saw us seeing the big 5 within 2 days. The trip manager was a good laugh and full of great knowledge of animals and Kenya itself. The accommodation was a little basic but comfortable once you got used to little electricity in some parks and the amount of flying insects. The meals were fab. Plenty to choose from. I done both activities. The balloon flight was a wash out due to the weather. Wouldn't have paid for it if I knew it was going to be so short due to the rain. The village visit was an experience I would advise everyone try. Don't take too much money with you though as everyone expects you to spend way too much on souvenirs. As they do in those stop Off shops. All in all a fab trip. Booking the trip was fairly easy. Unable to book online I phoned the number and the lovely man on the phone promptly sorted it all for me. Communication was fab.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/16/2025
Jacob - Traveled, April 2025
One of the best weeks of my life. The trip was unbelievable, we saw so many animals and had some incredible experiences like feeding giraffes, flying in a hot air balloon over the Maasai Mara and being welcomed into a Maasai Village. The Trip Leader Jabir Olomi (JB) was on of the nicest guys I have ever met. Him and the other drivers made our week amazing, answering every question we could think of. I have made some lifelong friends for sure with the amazing group of people I met on the tour! Great service and advice buy everyone I spoke to before and while buying the trip. The only thing I would change is to not tell people to bring US Dollars on this trip. None of the hotels accept them. Only bring Kenyan Shillings, or at least get some in the airport when you arrive!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/29/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, November 2024
Amazing experience! This trip was absolutely perfect and by far one of the best trips I have taken! Kenya is a beautiful place with very friendly people. Our trip would not have been the same though without our awesome trip leader Jabir and both our drivers, they were all phenomenal and really ensured that we had the perfect trip!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/16/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, January 2025
Haron made this trip absolutely wonderful and even made small adjustments along the way to cater to what the group was interested in doing. We saw so much in a week and I felt so much value for what I spent. The only down side was a lot of time in the car. All the staff we interacted with throughout our Contiki experience were friendly and knowledgeable, especially our tour manager, Heron. He was knowledgeable, friendly, fun and a pleasure to be around. One thing that would have been helpful prior to departure is more guidance on what vaccinations and medications to get before traveling. Of course we figured it out, but it would be nice to have that on the website so we did not need to do the additional research.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/16/2025
Anonymous - Traveled, February 2025
This trip was absolutely perfect and by far one of the best trips I have taken! Kenya is a beautiful place with very friendly people. Our trip would not have been the same though without our awesome trip leader Jabir and both our drivers, they were all phenomenal and really ensured that we had the perfect trip!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/17/2025
Jordan King - Traveled, April 2025
The price was good for what we got. We started as strangers but ended as family. Contiki and Haron was awesome! I had a great time to my first time to Africa.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/14/2025
Harley Levine - Traveled, February 2025
Simply the best! I will be back again. I decided to travel alone for the first time and it was the best decision I ever made, to go with Contiki! They make everything so comfortable and seamless. I made so many friends and never felt alone. I highly suggest this to anyone wanting to do a solo adventure!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/09/2025
Harley Levine - Traveled, January 2025
Simply the best! I will be back again. I decided to travel alone for the first time and it was the best decision I ever made, to go with Contiki! They make everything so comfortable and seamless. I made so many friends and never felt alone. I highly suggest this to anyone wanting to do a solo adventure! Read less
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/16/2025
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