Do you know kids can have fun too, with the best family safari packages in Kenya? So if you might be asking, ‘can children go on a safari in Kenya?’, as you search for the best family-friendly tours in Kenya on Google, be sure to tag children along too!
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The fun part during family safaris in Kenya is that memories are made with family in the wild and perfect selfies are captured as evidence.
Get ready to be threatened to a good time in any of the best family tour packages in Kenya Naicef has for you.
Children can be amusing in the wild, especially in naming animals, but not to worry, Naicef’s tour guide is professional and friendly to help the children understand the animals in a way they will be bragging about their family trip to Kenya to their friends and teachers!
In this article, get to see the best safari destinations for families in Kenya. Read along to find out.
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The Best Family Safari Packages In Kenya
Below are family-friendly tours in Kenya that Naicef can curate for your family trip to Kenya.
1. Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Any safari in the great Maasai Mara National Reserve is perfect for any and every traveller, whether solo or family.
This reserve is one of the best safari destinations for families in Kenya, and Naicef’s Masai Mara Kenya family tour packages are well personalised for families.
The African savannah, especially of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, makes for the best family safaris in Kenya, with views of the majority of all the wildlife in the reserve.
Play a game as a family and see which predator vs. prey series wins in a 3-day Maasai Mara Safari package.
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Depart from Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve. Lunch at Mara Serena Safari Lodge Afternoon and evening game drive at the reserve. Dine and enjoy the night. |
| 2 | Full day at the reserve and visit the Masai village in the afternoon and evening. Dine and enjoy the night. |
| 3 | Final day at the reserve. Check out of the reserve as you proceed to Nairobi |
Be on the road with your family on your family trip to Kenya with a 3-day Masai Mara Dust and Drive Safari Package.
This is one of the best family-friendly tours in Kenya, where you’re on the road with your family and experiencing it just as a family in the wild.
Here is a brief look at the 3-day Masai Mara Dust and Drive Package
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve as you enjoy the views along the way, including the Great Rift Valley, Narok Cultural Museum. Arrive at the reserve, enjoy the African savannah, rest, enjoy the evening by the campfire, and if you want, have a stargazing experience. |
| 2 | In the morning, go for a balloon safari (optional) at an extra fee. Morning game drive, return to camp for breakfast. Drive through the reserve for a full day game drive, explore the Mara Triangle. Visit a Maasai village and return to the camp for dinner, stories and stargazing. |
| 3 | In the morning, have an optional game drive, then return to the camp for breakfast. Check out from the reserve. Stop at Narok town for lunch, shop for souvenirs along the way to Nairobi. |
Moreover, get to experience the famous Masai culture that hasn’t changed regardless of the Western influence. Enjoy a Masai cultural tour in one of the best family safaris in Kenya package and here is a brief overview of the 3-day Masai Mara Cultural tour package
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve for a cultural safari excursion. In the evening, stay at the lodge, relax from the tiring day. |
| 2 | Spend the whole day in the wild with the Masai people. Opt for an evening game drive after the cultural immersive experience. |
| 3 | Have breakfast at the camp before check out. Pass by the Masai Villages, buy souvenirs as you head towards Nairobi. |
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2. Amboseli National Park
The home of the Elephants with a backdrop of the highest mountain in Africa makes for the best safari holidays in Kenya, leaving the children saying, ‘Wow’! as they gaze over the landscapes and the snow-capped mountain.
Amboseli National Park is one of the best safari destinations for families in Kenya, perfect for the best family-friendly tours in Kenya.
Additionally, there is an Amboseli Trust for Elephants (ATE) where families learn about the Elephants and how they stick together, as every family should.
See animals drinking water from the waterhole just like in Tsavo National Park.
Here is a 2-day Amboseli Package briefly detailed for the best family Safari holidays in Kenya
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Travel from Nairobi to Amboseli. View the best scenic attractions on the highway to the park. Head out for an afternoon then evening game drive. Return to the lodge, dine and rest. |
| 2 | Have an hour morning game drive, then return to the lodge for check out. |
Furthermore, interacting with culture is one of the best things to do, and Naicef includes it in one of our cultural safaris in the best family safari packages in Kenya. Here is a brief preview of the 3 days Amboseli National Park cultural tour.
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Head for Amboseli National Park. Upon arrival, check in at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge, have lunch and relax. Later on, head out for the afternoon cultural tour. |
| 2 | After breakfast, head out for the full-day cultural experience at Amboseli National Park. |
| 3 | After breakfast, check out of the lodge and head towards Nairobi. Have your lunch in Nairobi and be dropped off at the preferred hotel or airport. |
So, book with Naicef for the best family-friendly tours in Kenya, in Amboseli National Park.
3. Lake Nakuru National Park
The pink flamingos blanketing Lake Nakuru welcome visitors from all over and families alike. Lake Nakuru National Park offers the best family-friendly tours in Kenya, making it one of the best safari destinations for families in Kenya.
Here is a brief of a 2-day Lake Nnakuru National Park safari to fit in the best family trips in Kenya.
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park, check in at Sopa Lodge. Have lunch and afterwards, head out for an afternoon safari. Return to the lodge, dine and rest. |
| 2 | Have a full morning game drive then return to the lodge for check out to Nairobi. |
A bird watching safari in Lake Nakuru National Park makes one of the best safari holidays in Kenya. Here’s a brief itinerary of a 3-day Birdwatching safari in Lake Nakuru National Park.
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Depart Nairobi for Lake Naivasha. Have a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, then a guided bird walk at Crescent Island Sanctuary. Have lunch at Lake Naivasha Sopa as you check in. Spend the afternoon birding and hiking at Hells Gate National Park. Dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 2 | Early breakfast at the lodge. Scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Witness birdwatching at the Lake Nakuru Shore. Visit Baboon Cliff for birdwatching, then have a picnic lunch at Makalia Falls. Birding at the acacia woodland and savannah zones. Relax in the evening hours or take a nature walk. Dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 3 | Early morning breakfast, then check out of the lodge. Early morning boat ride on Lake Baringo. Birdwatching walk along the cliffs and rocky rooftops. Opt for a cultural visit. Have lunch, then check out and head back to Nairobi |
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4. Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Home to Kenya’s last Northern White Rhinos and great conservation practices, attracting researchers, safari enthusiasts and families. Being awarded for their conservation efforts and having an amazing reputation in ensuring the safari and overall experience is also amazing.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy is one of the best safari holidays in Kenya at the foothills of Mount Kenya, making it one of the best family safaris in Kenya.
Here is one of the family-friendly tours in Kenya featuring Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a 3-day Ol Pejeta Safari package
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Arrive at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Nanyuki. Check in at the Sweet Waters Camp, have lunch and later an afternoon game drive at the conservancy. Conclude the day at the conservancy |
| 2 | Start with a morning drive and have a full day experience of the conservancy- have a nature walk on the nature trail and visit the local communities. After the experiential day, Dine and spend the night at the camp. |
| 3 | Early morning breakfast, then check out of the lodge then check out and head back to Nairobi. |
The educational centre at Ol Pejeta Conservancy is an engaging and educational centre where children can learn about the conservancy’s favourite animal.
Alongside the educational centre, there are graves of the Rhinos and an interactive nature moment at the conservancy’s nature trail and learn about the plants and birds during your nature trail at the conservancy.
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5. Tsavo East National Park
The theatre of the wild is one of the best safari destinations for families in Kenya, with every game drive giving sight to the animals in Tsavo East National Park. All over Kenya, Tsavo East National Park is known for the famous man-eating Lions and Red Elephants.
At the waterhole, herds of animals are seen coming to drink from the waterhole as others graze nearby. Spot your favourite animal from here with an overview of the Yatta Plateau.
As you proceed with the game drive, get to see another tourist attraction in Tsavo East National Park, the Lugard Falls that drains to the Indian Ocean.
Here is one of the family-friendly tours in Kenya, a 3-day Tsavo East National Park safari
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Depart Nairobi for Tsavo West National Park, arrive in time for lunch and check in at the Kilaguni Serena Lodge. Head out for an afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge, Dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 2 | Arrive at the Tsavo East National Park for a full-day game drive. Spot animals, have a picnic lunch, see the Mudanda Rocks, Yatta Plateau and Lugard Falls. Dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 3 | Early morning breakfast, then head to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary for a morning game view before leaving Tsavo. Check out and transfer to Nairobi. |
After a safari, a coastal experience is one of the family tours for the best family Safari holidays in Kenya. Here is a combination for the best safari destinations for families in Kenya: a 5-day Tsavo Mombasa Safari holiday.
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Depart Nairobi for Tsavo West National Park, arrive in time for lunch and check in at the Kilaguni Serena Lodge. Head out for an afternoon game drive. Visit Mzima Springs and Shetani Lava flow. Return to the lodge, Dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 2 | Early morning game drive to see the early animals. Head back for breakfast at the lodge, then proceed to the Tsavo East National Park in time for lunch at the Salt Lick lodge. Afterwards, visit the Mudanda Rocks, Yatta Plateau and Lugard Falls. Return to the lodge, dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 3 | Early morning breakfast, then head to your lodge for check out to Mombasa. Arrive in Mombasa and check into Sarova White Sands in time for lunch. Relax from the journey and enjoy the evening. |
| 4 | After breakfast. Learn about the historic significance, Swahili culture, visit Haller Park, Mama Ngina Drive and have an engaging nature walk. |
| 5 | After breakfast, check out from the resort after a visit to the local market for shopping for local souvenirs to remember your visit to the Kenyan coast. Head back to Nairobi with blissful memories. |
6. The Big Five Safari Package
This is one of the best safari packages in Kenya, which isn’t an ordinary safari but a thrilling venture as you get to spot the big five animals (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhinos).
Here are the best destinations to spot these creatures with family on Naicef’s big five safari package
| Day | Activity/ Expectation |
| 1 | Depart Nairobi to Nakuru in time for lunch at the lodge, then explore the afternoon at the Lake Nakuru National Park Return to the lodge, Dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 2 | Early morning game drive to see the early animals. Head back for breakfast at the lodge, then proceed to Masai Mara National Reserve and arrive in time for lunch. Head out to see the famous big five animals of the Mara. Return to the lodge, dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 3 | Early morning breakfast after a hot air balloon experience. Spend the whole day at the Mara. Relax from the safari and enjoy the evening. |
| 4 | After breakfast, head out towards Amboseli National Park and arrive in time for the evening dinner. Return to the lodge, dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 5 | Early morning game drive to see the early animals. Head back for breakfast at the lodge, then proceed to Masai Mara National Reserve and arrive in time for lunch. Head out to see the famous big five animals of the Mara. Return to the lodge, dine and spend the night at the lodge. |
Conclusion
In conclusion, the best family safari packages come from the Masai Mara National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Tsavo National Parks, Amboseli National Park and Lake Nakuru National Park.
The best things to do on family safaris in Kenya are game drives. With each drive, a new discovery to take selfies along favourite stops in the park/ reserve.
To have the best family-friendly tours in Kenya, reach out to Naicef to consult for the best safari destinations for families in Kenya.
Naicef is the best tour company in Kenya for packaging the best family Safari holidays in Kenya because we focus on
- Customer Centricity: We customise the best tours in Kenya and give the best to each traveller.
- Quality: we craft African experiences in quality for the best memorable safaris.
- Professionalism: our team is professional in creating a long-lasting relationship with all travel partners.
Moreover, on every safari you take with Naicef, you contribute to Sustainable tourism through our sustainable environmental and local community programs.
For the best family safari packages in Kenya, contact Naicef via my@naicef.com or call +254799922277
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Best Family Safari Packages In Kenya
Below are some of the frequently asked questions about the family safaris in Kenya.
1. At what age can children go on family safaris in Kenya?
With the right planning, any child between the ages of 0-12 years and older can go on safari.
2. Which safaris are the best family-friendly tours in Kenya?
Any safari, including a Masai Mara safari, Tsavo safari and the famous Rhino home, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, makes one of the best safari packages in Kenya.
3. Who is the best to book the best family safari packages in Kenya?
Naicef is one of the best tour companies in Kenya to book the best family tours in Kenya.
4. Are children allowed inside Masai Mara National Reserve?
Yes, children of all ages are allowed under strict supervision.
5. Where is the best for a child to go on a safari?
The ages of 1-12 years are fit to go on safari under strict supervision.
