Travelers are spoiled for choice with all the amazing options available for a safari in Kenya. On your Kenya safari holiday, you can travel to the Masai Mara, see Amboseli, Samburu, or Buffalo Springs’ arid landscapes, and unwind on a beach in the Lamu Archipelago, Watamu, or Diani Beach. How much will a safari in Kenya set you back, though? mid-luxury Kenya safari prices, and luxury Kenya safari prices are the two categories I’ll use in this article to categorize the average cost of a Kenya safari.

To give you an idea of how much a safari in Kenya costs per person, we’ll discuss everything from transportation expenses to lodging costs. In between, I’ll share interesting anecdotes about how to work with our team of local safari experts to plan a customized safari in Kenya.

There are extremely upscale safaris that cost over €925 per person per night and easily arranged midrange safaris that cost between €300 and €550 per person per day, Kenya the birthplace of the safari, has something to offer every traveler budget.

How To Book Kenya Safari All-Inclusive Packages

For more than 5 years, we at TRAVELS WITH KIP LTD have created unique, educational, and enriching Kenya safari packages for our visitors. We assist tourists in customizing their Kenya vacations to suit their travel objectives and financial constraints rather than providing pre-arranged Kenya safari expeditions, which are limited in terms of what you can do or see in Kenya.

Each vacation begins with a consultation in which we address all your questions regarding traveling to Kenya. Our meeting gives us a chance to learn more about your itinerary, spending limit, and list of things you want to see and do in Kenya.

Then, after carefully planning your Kenya safari itinerary, our experts sit down. We will share the itinerary for your initial review once we are certain it is the ideal vacation for you. Don’t worry; if you still want something changed, we can adjust the holiday until it feels as unique as you.

Average Cost Of A Safari In Kenya (Per Person, Per Day)

Depending on your travel preferences, the cost table below provides a quick overview of how much a typical Kenya safari will cost. You can quickly determine the kind of Kenya safari you can afford by using this table to compare your daily budget to it. When setting your safari budget, keep in mind that where and when you go on safari in Kenya will have a significant impact on how much you spend. How much does a Kenya safari cost? The answers are on the table below:

Additional Costs Explained

The list below includes a few extra Kenyan expenses you might need to factor into your overall budget, some of which are obvious and some of which are less so.

International flights

As the main travel hub for East Africa, Nairobi can offer some fantastic airfare deals from Europe, North America, and Asia. Travel outside of the peak season to save money.

 Visa Fees

For a single-entry visa, many nationalities pay €50. A tourist visa for East Africa (not valid for Tanzania) costs €100 if you’re the lucky one planning a side trip to see the gorillas in Uganda or Rwanda.

Accommodation

Parks and reserves offer lodging at a range of price points. You might think that camping in a tent will be less expensive, but top-end safari camp tents can come with underfloor lighting, plunge pools, and free-standing bathtubs. The low season is less expensive.

Vaccinations

Entry into Kenya requires vaccination against the yellow fever virus. It is advisable to take precautions against mosquitoes and malaria because the disease can be a problem in the western and coastal regions of the nation.

 Gratitude/ Tips

Tipping is customary. Drivers and guides anticipate receiving tips as well. To cover tips, bring a few hundred dollars in smaller bills, or about €25 per person per day.

 Travel Insurance

Most safari activities are covered by standard travel insurance, but if you plan to climb Mount Kenya or go scuba diving, make sure your insurance policy covers these activities. These are not covered by policies.

10 Factors Influencing The Cost Of A Kenya Safari

The overall cost of a Kenya safari, which can vary, is influenced by several factors. The time of year you’ll be traveling, the parks and reserves you’ll visit, and how exclusively you’d like to travel are the most crucial considerations.

Length of stay

The cost per day does not always decrease the longer you stay in Kenya or in a specific park or reserve. The cost of entering a park is always assessed per person, per day, and it does not decrease the longer you stay there. Safari camps and lodges occasionally run special promotions where the fourth or fifth night is on the house. If you rent a Jeep and driver for a longer period, the cost per day is always less.

Level of comfort of accommodation

Accommodations for a safari in Kenya can be very expensive. Numerous safari camps cost several hundred US dollars per night, and there are many locations that cost significantly more than €925. The good news is that a safari in Kenya doesn’t have to be prohibitively expensive if you’re willing to live more simply in the bush. A small tent on a basic camping site can be set up for very little money, and it may provide a more genuine experience. There are plenty of more affordable lodging options available between these two extremes.

Location of the accommodation

Nothing affects the price of a safari in Kenya more than location. A safari camp located deep within the Masai Mara National Reserve is significantly more expensive than a similar-caliber establishment located close to the protected areas. Staying outside the park’s boundaries may also result in lower admission costs.

Group size

Joining a planned group safari will always be less expensive than planning a safari on your own, and the larger the group, the more affordable the daily expenses will be. Hiring a car and driver, creating your own itinerary, and reserving your own lodging on the fly can all be fantastic add-ons. High-end safaris are always customized for specific individuals or small groups.

When you want to go

The Masai Mara National Reserve is visited by the wildebeest migration from July to October, which is high season. From mid-December to mid-January, there is a second peak period. November and March through mid-May are considered low seasons (also known as the “green season”). Low season is the most affordable time of year to go on a Kenya safari, with prices frequently 50% lower. However, some safari accommodations close during this time. A great compromise between the two, mid-season (shoulder season) guarantees excellent wildlife viewing, fewer crowds, and lower prices.

How to get around

Traveling by air is the most convenient but also the most expensive option. Many national parks are connected by small planes. However, even the shortest hop will set you back at least €100 per person. Hire a driver and jeep.

Where do you want to go?

If seeing elephants beneath Mt. Kilimanjaro’s snowy peaks is your ideal of Kenya, expect to pay top dollar to do so. But Kenya’s delight is that it has so much more to offer. You will see an amazing variety of wildlife if you visit less well-known parks and reserves, like Meru and Hell’s Gate National Parks, and you’ll almost always pay less for the privilege.

Add-ons

Hot-air balloon rides over the plains are a common safari add-on but be prepared to pay at least €400 per person. Bush breakfasts and walks are two additional safari add-ons that may incur a fee.

Extensions

Sensibly, many travelers who go on safari in Kenya choose to include some beach time. Diani and Malindi are the two beach locations that are most well-liked. There is enough lodging in both resort towns to ensure that competition keeps costs low.

Specific safari interest

Paying more for a knowledgeable guide may be necessary if you are taking a vacation with a special interest, like one centered on bird watching. On the other hand, you might visit some less popular parks that are less expensive and as a result, saving you money on lodging and park admission.

Kenya Safari Cost FAQs

• What’s included in the Kenya safari package cost?

Safari vacations are available in a variety of forms in Kenya. Both inexpensive Kenya safaris with the barest of amenities and extremely opulent safari packages are available.

It is advisable to inquire about the elements of the safari package to better understand what you are paying for. According to the accepted definition, “all-inclusive” refers to travel arrangements that include transportation, lodging, meals, and park admission.

Don’t assume that everything is included, though. Make sure these expenses are indeed covered for the duration of your stay by calling your Kenya tour operator (travels with kip ltd). Ask specifically what kinds of food are covered; for instance, if food is covered.

Even though some packages are advertised as “all-inclusive,” you are only covered for meals consumed inside the lodge and must pay for any alcohol or additional items you consume outside of the lodge.

Another tactic used to raise the price of a package is to include airport transfers when none are necessary. Ask where you will board the safari and where it will go, if that is something that is included in your package.

• How much to tip on safari in Kenya?

The drivers, guides, and hotel staff will all expect tips at the conclusion of a safari. Paying each employee, the equivalent of one extra day of work is the norm. This can add up very quickly.

• How to get a Kenya safari for less money?

There are a few ways to reduce your spending. The two most obvious ones are the season you travel on safari and the safari destination.

• Seasons

Naturally, the most expensive months are the high season (July through September) and low season (March through April and November).  For lodging, the price difference between the two times can be as much as 50%. It follows that you will save a lot of money by going on safari during the low (green) season.

But since wildlife viewing is far from optimal at this time of year and many camps are closed, we would recommend going on safari during the middle of the season (late May to early June and October are excellent). Prices are about 25% less than during peak season, but there are significantly fewer visitors and frequently good wildlife viewing.