6 Days Kenya Family Safari Experience
Highlights
This family-friendly safari combines adventure, education, and relaxation across some of Kenya's most iconic destinations. At Ol Pejeta Conservancy, families can enjoy close-up encounters with the Big Five, visit the renowned Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, and learn about endangered species conservation, including the last two northern white rhinos. The conservancy also offers interactive experiences like guided nature walks and junior ranger programs that are perfect for children. At Lake Naivasha, a peaceful boat ride offers a chance to see hippos and abundant birdlife, while a guided walk on Crescent Island provides a safe and fun way for kids to observe animals on foot. Finally, the journey ends in the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, where families can experience thrilling game drives to spot lions, elephants, and cheetahs and optionally visit a Maasai village for a rich cultural exchange. The itinerary is carefully paced with comfortable accommodations, making it ideal for all travelers of all ages.
Standard Accommodations Options
| Start Dates Year 2026 ( USD) | 2 pax (pps) | 3 pax | 4 pax | 5 pax | 6 pax | SRS |
| 01 April-31st May (low season), 01 Nov-21 Dec (low season) | 1684 | 1434 | 1309 | 1234 | 1184 | 60 |
| Midseason: 2nd Jan-31st March, 1st June-30th 30th June | 1921 | 1609 | 1453 | 1359 | 1265 | 85 |
| High Season: 01July- 31st Oct, 22nd Dec-1st 1st Jan 2027 | 1998 | 1659 | 1490 | 1389 | 1290 | 83 |
Mid-Range Accommodation Options
| Start Dates for the Year 2026 (USD) | 2 pax | 3 pax | 4 Pax | 5 pax | 6 pax | SRS |
| 01 April - 31st May (low season) | 1994 | 1744 | 1619 | 1544 | 1458 | 183 |
| 01 Nov - 21st Dec (low season) | 2251 | 1939 | 1785 | 1689 | 1587 | 208 |
| Mid Season: 2nd Jan-31st March, 01June- 30th June | 2251 | 1939 | 1785 | 1689 | 1587 | 208 |
| High season: 01 July - 31st Oct, 22nd Dec - 1st Jan 2027 | 2846 | 2509 | 2340 | 2239 | 2119 | 290 |
Luxury Accommodations Options
| Start Dates for the Year 2026 (USD) | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | SRS |
| (High season) Jul 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | 5044 | 4706 | 4538 | 4436 | 3914 | 1007 |
| (Mid-Season) May 1, 2026 - June 30 , 2026 | 3838 | 3525 | 3369 | 3275 | 3135 | 560 |
| (Low season) Jan 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 | 2914 | 2664 | 2539 | 2464 | 2356 | 503 |
Day by Day Itinerary
Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Your family safari begins with a very early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel. You will drive north through scenic highlands toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy, located on the Laikipia plateau (approx. time 4-5 hours). Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp, followed by afternoon game drives. Ol Pejeta is home to the Big Five—lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards & buffalo—and is renowned for its conservation efforts, including the last two northern white rhinos and a chimpanzee sanctuary—a unique family-friendly educational stop. Spend the evening relaxing and enjoying the views of Mount Kenya from your accommodation.
Accommodations:
Standard Option: Kongoni Camp or similar
Mid-range Option: The Ark Lodge or similar
Luxury Option: The River Camp or similar
NB : All meals are included except drinks.
Full Day Discovering Ol Pejeta
You will have an early morning game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy and then breakfast. After breakfast, you will proceed with your game drives and a visit to Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary until lunchtime, when you will have lunch either as a picnic in the savanna or return to the hotel (optional). Then after lunch, continue with your afternoon game drives in search of wildlife until late in the evening, when you will return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation
Standard Option: Kongoni Camp
Mid-range Option: The Ark Lodge
Luxury Option: The River Camp
All meals included except drinks
Ol Pejeta to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, you will leave Ol Pejeta and head southwest to Lake Naivasha arriving in time for lunch (approx. 5-6 hours) . Afrter checking in, enjoy a family-friendly boat ride on the lake where you can see hippos and variety of birdlife up-close. Optionally, you can take a walk on Crescent Island Game Sanctaury (extra cost) where animals roam freely and there are no predators - ideal for kids.
Later, enjoy your dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodations
Standard Option: Mwanzo Lodge
Mid-range Option: Sawela Lodge
Luxury Option: Great Rift Valley Lodge
All meals included except drinks
Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve
Today, set off for the world-famous wildlife destination—Masai Mara National Reserve, a drive of about 5-6 hours through the Rift Valley. Arrive at your lodge/camp in time for hot lunch, and then enjoy an early afternoon game drive until sunset in the reserve. The Mara offers a superb wildlife viewing and wide open plains that are perfect for spotting elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and possible cheetahs, etc.
In the evening, return to your camp/lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodations
Standard Option: Miti Mingi Eco Camp or similar
Mid-Range Option: Mara Leisure Camp or similar
Luxury Option: Saruni Basecamp or similar
All meals included except drinks
Discovering Masai Mara National Reserve
Spend the day on safari in Masai Mara National Reserve. Choose between a full-day game drive with picnic lunch or split morning and afternoon game drives to allow downtime at the camp (ideal for younger children). Keep an eye out for the Big Five and enjoy the vast savanna scenery. For families with older kids, a visit to a Maasai village can offer cultural insights and a hands-on experience of local traditions.
Accommodations
Standard Options: Miti Mingi Eco Camp or similar
Mid-Range Option: Mara Leisure Camp or similar
Luxury Option: Saruni Basecamp or similar
All meals included except drinks
Hot Air Balloon Ride is available at extra cost of USD 450 per person.
Masai Mara to Nairobi
After breakfast, you will leave Masai Mara with your driver guide and drive back to Nairobi and arrive around lunchtime for drop-off at your hotel/airport. We hope you have enjoyed your safari with Phonex Expeditions Africa
NB—Your flight schedule may affect your checkout from Amboseli.
No Accommodation
Breakfast & Lunch included except drinks
What's Included
- 5 nights' accommodation during the safari
- All park entrance fees and taxes
- Transportation in a comfortable 4WD Landcruiser
- Professional driver/guide with extensive knowledge of the region
- Game drives and activities as specified
- Complimentary bottled water during your safari
- Hotel/airport pick up and drop-off
What's Not Included
- International airfares from/to your home
- Accommodation before and after safari
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, visa fees, Travel insurance)
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary, e.g., Hot air Balloon
- Tips (tipping guideline: USD 15 pp per day)
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