Family Safaris
Kenya Family Safaris
Shorter drives, lodges with pools, baby elephants in Nairobi and a beach to finish. Safaris planned so every age has a great time.
Kid-friendly pace
Shorter drives with downtime built into each day.
Lodges with pools
Family rooms and space to unwind.
Beach add-ons
Finish on the coast at Diani or Mombasa.
Choose your family safari
Five itineraries from four to seven days, each able to run privately so the pace stays yours.
- Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Mombasa, Diani
- 6 Days 5 Nights
- Amboseli, Diani, Mombasa
- 7 Days 6 Nights
- Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate, Nairobi
- 5 Days 4 Nights
- Nairobi, Maasai Mara
- 4 Days 3 Nights
Family favourites
Moments children talk about long after the trip.
Elephant orphanage
Watch baby elephants at their midday feed in Nairobi.
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Giraffe Centre
Feed Rothschild’s giraffes from a raised platform.
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Lake Naivasha
A boat ride past hippos and fish eagles.
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Amboseli
Big elephant herds, easy to spot for small eyes.
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Lake Nakuru
Flamingos, rhino and plenty of birdlife.
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Diani Beach
Warm water and soft sand to end the holiday.
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Planning for all ages
How we plan family safaris
Built around your children, not the other way round.
Tell us the ages
Ages shape our choice of lodges, activities and drive times.
Family-friendly stays
Family rooms, pools and space to unwind after the bush.
Your own vehicle
A private vehicle means a stop whenever anyone needs one.
Add a beach finish
End with a few easy days on the Kenyan coast.
Good to know
A few notes that make family safaris smoother.
Age rules
Some camps set minimum ages. We only suggest places that welcome your children.
Health
Ask your doctor about vaccines and malaria advice for children before you travel.
Packing
Layers, hats, sunscreen and a favourite snack or two for long drives.
Binoculars for kids
A small pair keeps young eyes busy on every game drive.
Plan a Holiday for All Ages
Tell us the ages of your children and your dates, and we will suggest a route that works for everyone.