Group tours in Kenya

The best time to travel for a Kenya round trip depends greatly on which regions you want to visit and which experiences you want at the centre of your trip.

Kenya can in principle be visited all year round, but climate, animal migrations and regional differences play a decisive role in planning.

The classic best time to travel is the dry season from June to October. In these months there is little rainfall, temperatures are pleasant and the vegetation is lower.

This makes wildlife in the National Parks particularly easy to observe, as the animals often stay near waterholes. These months are ideal especially for safaris in the Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park or the Tsavo area.

Another recommended time to travel is the short dry period in January and February. During this phase fewer travellers are around, the landscape is still green, and conditions for safaris remain very good.

These months are particularly suitable for guests who want to avoid high tourist numbers without giving up good wildlife viewing.

If you want to experience the famous Great Migration, you should plan your trip carefully. Between July and September, large herds of wildebeest, zebra and antelope reach the Masai Mara. During this time there are often spectacular river crossings, which however also attract many visitors.

The rainy seasons from March to May and the short rains in November and December bring lush green landscapes and significantly fewer tourists. However, heavy rain can lead to muddy roads and restricted access to individual regions.

Nevertheless, this time has its charm too: nature appears particularly alive, young animals are born and birdwatching is excellent.

In summary, the dry seasons are the most popular for a Kenya round trip. Travellers with flexible timing can, however, also enjoy impressive nature experiences in the low season.

Group safaris are generally offered all year round, although the travel experience depends greatly on the season.

Which season you ultimately choose depends not least on your preferences. If you would like to learn more about the best time to travel to Kenya, feel free to read our blog or simply contact us to receive more information from our travel experts as well as a tailor-made programme for your Kenya group tour.

A group tour in Kenya can in principle also be suitable for families with children. However, group tours in Kenya and Tanzania require a certain degree of maturity and travel experience on the part of the children.

Compared with private trips, the daily routine on group tours is less flexible, as the programme is geared to the whole group and individual adjustments are only possible to a limited extent.

An important point is the distances between the National Parks. Driving distances can be long, sometimes several hours, and often lead along unpaved roads.

Children should therefore be well used to longer car journeys and bring enough patience. Younger children in particular quickly find these stretches tiring.

For families with smaller children we therefore tend to recommend a private trip. Here the guide can respond specifically to the children's needs, plan breaks flexibly and adjust the pace of the trip individually.

In this case, our travel experts put together a tailor-made route that meets both the parents' interests and the children's needs.

Private conservancies in Kenya are particularly exciting for children, as besides classic wildlife viewing they often also offer additional child-friendly activities. Here elephants, lions, giraffes and many other wild animals can be experienced in a quiet setting, far from large crowds of visitors.

Experiences like these not only awaken an enthusiasm for animals and nature, but also foster a deeper understanding of ecological connections as well as of the life and culture of the local people.

Whatever style of travel you choose, parents should realistically assess the trip length, the road conditions and the scope of the safari activities in advance. Some children react sensitively to large wild animals or unfamiliar situations – this should also be factored into the decision.

It is precisely for these reasons that private tours are often the more relaxed and pleasant choice for families with younger children.

If you design the route with care and allow enough breaks, however, you create the best conditions for a relaxed and at the same time unforgettable Kenya trip for the whole family. Contact our travel experts to find out more.

The length of a Kenya round trip depends greatly on your planned destinations and activities . To visit highlights such as Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo or Samburu and round off the trip with a few restful days on the beach, you should allow approx. 14 days.

The 8-day “Best of Kenya” safari, for example, includes highlights such as Amboseli National Park and Tsavo West in addition to the Masai Mara and ends on the country's tropical beaches. If you like, you can therefore also take a beach holiday after your safari.

A time span like this allows plenty of morning and evening game drives – ideal for watching animals in a relaxed way and enjoying the landscape. There is also time for cultural discoveries.

If you have more time, you could also do a private trip beforehand such as Northern Kenya. That way you really see all the country's highlights. The advantage of longer trips is that they also allow side trips to more remote regions such as Laikipia or Meru.

They also leave room for trekking tours or beach days on the north or south coast. Besides the length of stay itself, you should also take the journey there and back into account. A well-organised route ensures that all the attractions can be fitted in without stress.

At Elefant-Tours we believe that 10 to 14 days is ideal. Shorter trips are suitable for a first overview, while longer stays clearly increase the depth of the experience.

They also offer more flexibility in designing the programme and activities – contact us to find the right group tour for the time you have available.

Yes, a round trip in Kenya can be combined very well with Tanzania. The two neighbouring countries offer not only breathtaking wildlife but also spectacular landscapes in each case.

Many travellers take the opportunity to combine the famous Masai Mara in Kenya with the Serengeti in Tanzania. Particularly impressive: the animal migration, in which millions of wildebeest, zebra and antelope move back and forth between the Serengeti and the Masai Mara.

A cross-border safari such as the 10-day Tanzania & Kenya Highlights offers a unique view of this special spectacle of nature.

Overall, a combined round trip through Kenya and Tanzania is ideal if you want the best of East Africa's nature . A scenic highlight in Kenya, for example, is Amboseli with its elephant herds and the unobstructed view of Kilimanjaro, which lies in Tanzania.

In Tanzania, the Ngorongoro Crater is a rewarding destination. The inactive volcanic crater is home to numerous wild animals and, with its unique scenery, makes every safari something very special.

When planning a combined round trip, however, some logistical points must be taken into account. Entry requirements, visa regulations and the organisation of transfers between the countries are crucial.

At Elefant-Tours we work with our sister companies in Kenya and Tanzania to provide a seamless experience. We are happy to support you in advance so that you are informed about all border formalities. So that you can start your trip relaxed, it is important to arrange any visas in good time beforehand.

Contact our travel experts to find out more about visa regulations and requirements. With careful planning, a cross-border trip in East Africa becomes an unforgettable adventure.

The group size is a decisive factor in the experience of a safari or round trip in Kenya. On most of our Kenya group tours, participant numbers are deliberately kept small, at 2 to a maximum of 7 people.

This group size has proven its worth over many years and offers an ideal balance between a shared travel experience and personal attention.

Small groups make it possible to respond better to individual wishes and at the same time create a relaxed atmosphere throughout the trip. Another big advantage: on all safaris every guest is guaranteed a window seat, which ensures optimal viewing conditions for wildlife.

This way every participant can enjoy the wildlife without restriction, without having to compromise.

The open 4×4 vehicles of our local sister company have room for up to seven guests plus a guide. These vehicles are designed specifically for safaris and offer an excellent view of the landscape and the animals.

The manageable group size also creates closer contact with the guide, who can respond specifically to questions, interests and individual wishes.

Your guide is both driver and expert companion throughout the safari. He or she shares extensive knowledge of flora, fauna and culture and gives authentic insights into local life. This gives your trip an added depth of content that goes beyond wildlife viewing alone.

With a maximum of seven participants and a guaranteed departure from just two people, Elefant-Tours' Kenya group tours are ideal: large enough to make new contacts, and small enough to ensure an intense, personal safari experience.

This style of travel is particularly well suited to solo travellers who want to travel independently but still in company.

If you choose our East Africa Overland tour, the group is somewhat larger and consists of 4–12 participants. Here you also travel not in a classic 4×4 but in an overland truck.

At Elefant-Tours we deliberately focus on manageable group sizes to guarantee an authentic safari experience.

On our mini-group tours in Kenya you travel in robust and comfortable 4×4 vehicles. These are Toyota Land Cruisers specially equipped for safaris.

Our local sister company ensures professional maintenance of all vehicles. After every trip the Land Cruisers are thoroughly checked, cleaned and technically brought up to date.

This way we make sure the vehicles meet safety standards at all times and are up to the demands of the African bush.

These vehicles have proven themselves over decades to be particularly reliable and capable off-road. Off-road capability is especially important because of the road conditions in Kenya – sand and gravel tracks as well as potholes – and the topography.

Thanks to their high ground clearance, powerful engines and four-wheel drive, our 4x4s are perfectly suited to tackling even difficult terrain safely. Besides safety, we pay particular attention to the highest possible comfort for every participant.

Every Land Cruiser is designed so that all passengers have their own window seat. The vehicles are fitted with a pop-up roof that allows you to stand and observe your surroundings during game drives.

They also offer practical charging points where you can charge your camera or mobile phone on the go.

Only on the overland tours are overland trucks used. Contact our travel experts to find out more about the vehicle type on the safari you have chosen.

Private safaris

If you don't want to join a group tour but still want to explore Kenya overland, Elefant-Tours offers tailor-made tours that can be adapted to your own ideas.

Our “Northern Kenya” tour takes you to remote places off the beaten tourist track. You travel through three impressive conservation areas: Solio Game Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy & Samburu.

Our passionate travel experts can also put together your own tailor-made safari, entirely according to your wishes. Together with them you create your personal private safari.

The advantage: the route, accommodation, the length of stay in the parks and the daily routine can all be designed flexibly. At the same time, you enjoy a high degree of privacy on a tailor-made trip like this.

Fly-in safaris

On a luxurious fly-in safari you cover longer distances by light aircraft and so save valuable travel time.

You also enjoy magnificent views from the air and reach even remote regions comfortably. This option is particularly suitable for travellers who want to gather as many impressions as possible in a short time, or for travellers who want to spend more time in the National Parks.

The cost of a group tour to Kenya depends on several factors. Besides the chosen time of travel, the scope of the services included, the trip length and the regions visited play a decisive role. As a rough guide, you can expect to pay around 2,500 to 4,500 euros per person for an 8- to 12-day group round trip.

This price generally includes all essential services. These include the nights, transport in the safari vehicle, the meals during the round trip included in the programme, and all game drives planned in the programme. The guidance of experienced guides is also included in the trip price, which contributes significantly to the quality and safety of the trip.

The season has a noticeable influence on prices. During the high season from July to October costs are higher, as Kenya is particularly in demand at this time.

An important reason for this is the Great Migration in the Masai Mara, when large herds of wildebeest and zebra move through the area. But the ideal wildlife-viewing conditions also attract many tourists from near and far in precisely these months.

The short dry season from December to February is also very popular, but is generally somewhat quieter and cheaper than the high season.

Travellers with flexible timing often benefit from lower prices in the less busy months without having to give up impressive wildlife viewing. Outside the main travel seasons in particular, landscapes are often especially green and alive.

Additional costs can arise from optional activities, such as a balloon ride over the savannah at sunrise or a subsequent beach extension.

International flights, tips and personal expenses are generally not included in the trip price and should be budgeted separately.

Overall: a group tour through Kenya is a worthwhile investment. You benefit from professional organisation, experienced tour leaders and an authentic safari experience that brings the diversity of the country closer to you in a particularly intense way.