Planning a first Kenya safari? Here is how many days to allow, which parks to pair, when to go, what it costs and what to sort before you fly.
A Kenya Safari in February Means Dry Plains, Clear Mountain Views and the Lower Mara Fee
A Kenya safari in February brings dry, sunny days, short grass and the lower Masai Mara fee. Here is the weather, the best parks, costs and a sample route.
Kenya Birding Safari Routes Across Soda Lakes, Rainforest and Dry Northern Bush
A Kenya birding safari can cover soda lakes, rainforest, coastal forest and dry bush in one trip. Here are the sites, seasons, trip lengths and fees to plan it.
When Is the Best Time to Visit Kenya for Safari? It Depends on the Park
The best time to visit Kenya for safari is late June to October, but January, February and even the green season have real advantages. Here is how each month and each park compares.
Weighing Up Kenya vs Uganda Safari Options? Start With the Animals on Your List
A Kenya vs Uganda safari comes down to big cats and the migration in Kenya, or gorillas and chimpanzees in Uganda. Here is how the two compare on wildlife, seasons, costs and travel.
Samburu or the Masai Mara? Pick by the Animals, the Season and the Crowds
Samburu vs Masai Mara: the Mara gives you big cats and the migration, Samburu the rare Special Five and quiet sightings. Here is how to choose, or combine both.
How to Plan a Kenya Safari Itinerary for One Week, With Four Routes Compared
Four one-week routes compared, from the classic Amboseli, lakes and Masai Mara Kenya safari itinerary to the quiet north and a safari-and-beach split, with timings, fees and prices.
Masai Mara vs Amboseli: 7 Honest Differences to Help You Choose
Masai Mara vs Amboseli: big cats and the migration or elephants under Kilimanjaro? Compare wildlife, seasons, fees and travel time, and see how to combine both.
Kenya Safari Vaccinations and Malaria: What You Really Need
Kenya safari vaccinations made simple: the jabs most travellers need, when a yellow fever certificate is required, and how to handle malaria in the game parks.