Maasai Mara
Open grasslands and a high density of wildlife, with migration viewing in certain months.
East Africa
Kenya
Open savannah, iconic wildlife and cultural encounters across Tanzania's northern neighbour.
Kenya is a natural extension to a Tanzania journey, with famous parks, varied landscapes and a strong safari tradition.
East Africa · Beyond Tanzania
Discover Kenya
Safari Country, Next Door
Kenya borders northern Tanzania, and together the two countries share one of the world's great wildlife systems. The Maasai Mara is the northern continuation of the Serengeti ecosystem.
From the grasslands of the Mara to the elephants of Amboseli with Kilimanjaro in the background, Kenya offers scenery and wildlife that pair well with a Tanzania safari.
Beyond the parks, Kenya also offers lakes, highlands and coastal areas, as well as a lively culture.
Maasai MaraFamous reserve
AmboseliElephants and mountain views
NairobiGateway city
CoastBeaches near Mombasa
Highlights
What Makes Kenya Special
Some of the destinations that travellers often combine with Tanzania.
Amboseli
Large elephant herds and, on clear days, views of Kilimanjaro.
Lakes and Highlands
Rift Valley lakes and highland scenery offer a quieter alternative to the main parks.
Wildlife Encounters
Wildlife Across Kenya
Kenya's parks and conservancies support lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and many other species, as well as an excellent range of birds.
Conservancies adjoining the main reserves can offer additional activities and a quieter feel.
Lions
Leopards
Cheetahs
Elephants
Giraffes
Zebra
Wildebeest
Birdlife
Things to Do
Experience Kenya
Kenya adds variety to a longer East Africa journey.
Game Drives
Explore savannah parks with a professional guide.
Migration Viewing
In season, watch the herds in the Mara.
Cultural Visits
Meet local communities and learn about their traditions.
Photography
Wide landscapes and abundant wildlife.
Coastal Extension
Combine a safari with a stay on the Indian Ocean coast.
Cross-Border Journeys
Link Kenya with Tanzania in a single itinerary.
When to Visit
The Best Time to Visit Kenya
Your ideal travel period depends on the experiences and landscapes you want to enjoy.
Migration Period
Often the best time to see the herds in the Mara, though it can be busy.
Warm and Dry
Good wildlife viewing in many parks, with fewer visitors in some areas.
Plan Your Visit
Getting to Kenya
Most international visitors arrive through Nairobi, with onward road and flight connections to the parks.
Cross-border travel with Tanzania is possible by road or flight, and needs planning.
- International flights into Nairobi.
- Road and light-aircraft transfers to parks.
- Check visa and entry requirements before travel.
- Allow time for cross-border logistics.
Journeys with Avalia
Journeys That Include Kenya
These journeys from our itinerary collection combine Tanzania with Kenya.
8 days
8-Day East Africa Cross-Border Safari
A cross-border adventure linking Kenya's Masai Mara with Tanzania's Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
View journey → 18 days18-Day East Africa Extravaganza
A Kenya and Tanzania journey combining Masai Mara, Kenya coast, northern Tanzania and Zanzibar.
View journey → 19 days19-Day East Africa Wildlife Majesty
Explore Samburu, Masai Mara, Tanzania's northern safari circuit and Zanzibar.
View journey → 20 days20-Day Great East African Cross-Border Odyssey
A cross-border East Africa journey through Amboseli, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Zanzibar.
View journey → 21 days21-Day Swahili Coast & Big Game Overland Matrix
An East African overland journey through Kenya, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Zanzibar.
View journey → 21 days21-Day Total East Africa Wild Safari & Coastline Odyssey
Kenya's Mara and coast combine with Tanzania's northern safari and Zanzibar.
View journey →East Africa
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