A Kenya and Tanzania safari joins the Masai Mara with the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Here is how the borders, routes, seasons and costs fit together.
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.
Tipping in Kenya: How Much to Tip on Safari, at Lodges and on Mount Kenya
Tipping in Kenya explained by our Nairobi team: realistic amounts for driver-guides, lodge staff, porters and Mount Kenya crews, a worked 7-day tip budget and how to carry the cash.
Is Kenya Safe for Safari? An Honest Guide From Nairobi
Is Kenya safe for safari? Yes for the main parks: here is what the official warnings cover, the latest health picture and the habits that keep your trip trouble-free.
Kenya Park Fees: KWS, Masai Mara and Conservancy Rates Explained
Kenya park fees explained: current KWS rates for every major park, the seasonal Masai Mara fee, conservancy charges, package savings and how to pay.
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.
East Africa Tourist Visa: Cost, Rules and How to Apply
The East Africa tourist visa covers Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda for US$100 and 90 days. Here is how to apply, the rules that catch travellers out and when separate visas cost less.