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- Destination: Kenya
- Duration: 9 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Family
About This Trip
Embark on an unforgettable Kenya Family Safari, a 9-day adventure perfect for families seeking wildlife, culture, and fun. Begin in Nairobi, feeding giraffes at the Giraffe Center, meeting baby elephants at the Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary, and exploring the Nairobi National Museum. Stroll through the colorful Maasai Market and enjoy a hands-on introduction to Kenya’s rich culture and wildlife conservation efforts.
Continue your Kenya Family Safari to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to northern white rhinos, rescued chimpanzees, and anti-poaching dogs, with family-friendly activities like walking safaris, bird-watching, and horseback rides. End in the iconic Maasai Mara, where twice-daily game drives offer encounters with the Big Five, cheetahs, zebras, and wildebeest across the vast African plains, creating lifelong memories for the whole family.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 2
Nairobi
Giraffe Center, Nairobi National Museum, Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary, Maasai Market
3 - 5
Ol Pejeta
Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Game Safari Drive, Rich Activities
6 - 8
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Drive Safaris, The African Big Five
9
Nairobi
Departure
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Start Your Kenya Family Safari
Welcome to Nairobi, the start of your unforgettable Kenya Family Safari! Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your private driver and transfer to a comfortable hotel. Depending on your arrival time, relax and enjoy the hotel’s family-friendly amenities, or take a gentle stroll around the hotel area to soak in Nairobi’s vibrant streets and lively atmosphere.
Optional activities include visiting a local café for Kenyan coffee or exploring nearby colonial architecture. This day allows your family to recover from the journey while preparing for the exciting wildlife adventures ahead on your Kenya Family Safari.
Highlights: Arrival in Nairobi, hotel transfer, relax and explore nearby streets, optional café or colonial architecture visit.
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- Nairobi
- Day 2: Nairobi – Giraffes, Elephants & Maasai Market on Kenya Family Safari
Kick off your Kenya Family Safari with a trip to the Giraffe Center, where kids can feed Rothschild giraffes and learn about conservation efforts. Capture magical family photos while observing these elegant creatures in a natural setting.
Next, visit the Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary, where orphaned baby elephants play and interact with their caregivers. Children can even symbolically adopt an elephant to support its care. After lunch, explore the Nairobi National Museum, with exhibits ranging from Kenya’s wildlife and archaeology to cultural artifacts. Conclude your day at the Maasai Market, a vibrant hub for handcrafted jewelry, textiles, and souvenirs — perfect for introducing kids to Maasai culture.
Highlights: Feed giraffes at Giraffe Center, visit Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary, Nairobi National Museum, Maasai Market.
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- Nairobi
- Day 3: Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Kenya Family Safari Adventure
Depart Nairobi for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a 310-square-kilometer wildlife sanctuary. En route, enjoy scenic views of Kenyan highlands, tea plantations, and rolling savannah. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and possibly lions in the distance.
Ol Pejeta is home to northern white rhinos, chimpanzees, and many other wildlife species. Rangers offer educational talks for children, teaching them about wildlife conservation and the importance of protecting endangered animals — a perfect introduction to the educational side of your Kenya Family Safari.
Highlights: Scenic drive to Ol Pejeta, first game drive, spot zebras, giraffes, antelopes, educational talks for kids.
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- Ol Peteja Conservancy
- Day 4: Ol Pejeta – Rhinos, Chimpanzees & Anti-Poaching Dogs on Kenya Family Safari
Spend the day exploring Ol Pejeta in depth on your Kenya Family Safari. Meet Najin and Suni, the last northern white rhinos, and learn about their rescue and protection. Visit rescued chimpanzees thriving in a safe environment.
Children will love the interactive session with anti-poaching dogs, learning how these incredible animals help protect wildlife. Take a guided walking safari to discover hidden gems of the conservancy, or try photography to capture unique wildlife moments. Evening activities could include a campfire storytelling session highlighting African wildlife legends and conservation stories.
Highlights: Meet northern white rhinos, visit rescued chimpanzees, interactive anti-poaching dog session, guided walking safari.
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- Ol Peteja Conservancy
- Day 5: Ol Pejeta – Family Activities, Walking Safaris & Bird Watching on Kenya Family Safari
Enjoy a full day of activities tailored for families. Options include walking safaris with a guide, bird-watching excursions, or horseback rides through the savannah. Stop at observation points to view elephants, zebras, and antelope in their natural habitat.
Back at the lodge, enjoy a family picnic, storytelling sessions, or a nature trail walk. Children can participate in hands-on wildlife workshops, learning about the flora and fauna of Kenya. This day combines fun, relaxation, and education, enhancing your Kenya Family Safari experience.
Highlights: Walking safaris, bird-watching, horseback riding, lodge picnic, nature trail, wildlife workshops for kids.
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- Ol Peteja Conservancy
- Day 6: Fly to Maasai Mara – Afternoon Game Drive on Kenya Family Safari
Take a short scenic flight to Maasai Mara National Reserve, the crown jewel of your Kenya Family Safari. After check-in, enjoy lunch and a brief rest before heading out on your first afternoon game drive. Spot giraffes, elephants, zebras, and wildebeest across the iconic savannah.
Your expert ranger will guide you through the reserve, sharing stories of wildlife behavior and predator-prey interactions. Optional experiences include a visit to a nearby watering hole to see hippos, crocodiles, or bird species in their natural environment. Evening can be spent stargazing or enjoying a family dinner at the lodge.
Highlights: Scenic flight to Maasai Mara, afternoon game drive, spot giraffes, elephants, zebras, wildebeest.
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- Maasai Mara National Park
- Day 7: Maasai Mara – Big Five Safari & Wildlife Encounters on Kenya Family Safari
Experience a full day of safari adventure on your Kenya Family Safari. Begin with a sunrise game drive to spot the Big Five — lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos. Learn about their habitats, hunting patterns, and family structures from your knowledgeable ranger.
In between drives, enjoy a bush picnic or rest at the lodge. Afternoon drives continue the adventure, with opportunities to see cheetahs sprinting across the plains, herds of wildebeest migrating, and giraffes gracefully grazing. Capture family photos against Africa’s iconic landscapes, making memories that will last a lifetime.
Highlights: Full-day game drives, spot the Big Five, cheetahs, wildebeest migration, photography opportunities.
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- Maasai Mara National Park
- Day 8: Maasai Mara – Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari & Masai Village Visit on Kenya Family Safari
Start the day with an optional hot air balloon safari, soaring above the Maasai Mara at sunrise. Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of wildlife and savannah landscapes, followed by a bush breakfast — an unforgettable family experience.
Later, visit a Masai Village to meet local Maasai families, learn about their traditions, and see how they live alongside wildlife. End the day with a sunset game drive or a bush dinner under the stars, a magical highlight of your Kenya Family Safari, blending adventure, culture, and wildlife encounters.
Highlights: Hot air balloon ride, bush breakfast, Masai Village visit, sunset game drive, bush dinner.
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- Maasai Mara National Park
- Day 9: Maasai Mara to Nairobi – Departure from Kenya Family Safari
After breakfast, fly back to Nairobi and prepare for your onward journey. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy last-minute souvenir shopping or a short city tour. Reflect on the incredible moments of your Kenya Family Safari — from feeding giraffes and baby elephants to spotting lions, rhinos, and zebras in the Maasai Mara. Take home lifelong memories and family stories of Africa’s extraordinary wildlife.
Highlights: Fly back to Nairobi, last-minute shopping, reflection on safari experiences, departure home.
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