Kenya · LUXURY LODGE SAFARIS

The 15 Best Luxury Lodge Safaris in Kenya

33 tours  ·  from $800

Staying inside the gates buys you the first and last hour of light, which is when everything happens. The 15 below compare camps, what is included and how much of the day is spent driving.

Masai Mara 3 Days Luxury Tented Safari - Day 2: The main wildlife day in the Maasai Mara
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Masai Mara 3 Days Luxury Tented Safari

1.Masai Mara 3 Days Luxury Tented Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $1,449Our pick

Travel privately from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara, crossing the Great Rift Valley and reaching camp for lunch. Expect afternoon and morning game drives, meals, a poolside break, and a guide assigned by Explorer Kenya. Past guests especially praised guides such as John Kariuki, Sammy, Samuel Ndungu, and Antony, though guide assignment is not guaranteed.

“We just finished a 3-day safari in Taita Hills and Tsavo East, and it was incredible. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes—you name it. The lodges were great and the whole experience was smooth and unforgettable.”

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4 Days Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Lodge Safari - Day one: Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Rift Valley
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4 Days Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Lodge Safari

2.4 Days Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru Lodge Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $1,950

You’ll travel privately from Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru, with early and late game drives, lodge accommodation, park fees, and three meals daily. Guides such as Ken, Opany, Jacob, Julius, and John have led this route. Add a one-hour Lake Naivasha boat ride if timing allows.

“Right choice!!! We had a brilliant safari with Ken our driver. He was very knowledgeable and entertaining. We saw the big five. He would get our car in brilliant positions to see the animals. Would highly recommend his service.”

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3 Day Private Tour in Maasai Mara with Lodge Luxury with Jeep - Day 1: Nairobi, the Rift Valley, and your first Mara drive
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3 Day Private Tour in Maasai Mara with Lodge Luxury with Jeep

3.3 Day Private Tour in Maasai Mara with Lodge Luxury with Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $1,100

Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara in a private pop-up-roof 4x4 Jeep with an English-speaking guide. You’ll stay two nights at Classic Jambo Mara Safari Lodge, enjoy park game drives, meals, Wi-Fi, a Maasai village visit, and pickup from a hotel, airport, or agreed meeting point.

“Just returned from an incredible four-day safari through Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru. We stayed at Sopa Lodge and Lake Nakuru Lodge, both offering amazing hospitality and stunning views. One of the absolute highlights was the balloon Read more”

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12 Days Best Of Kenya and Tanzania Safari - Luxury - Days 3 to 5: Three nights in the Maasai Mara
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12 Days Best Of Kenya and Tanzania Safari – Luxury

4.12 Days Best Of Kenya and Tanzania Safari – Luxury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $2,329

Travel privately from Nairobi through Kenya and Tanzania with a driver-guide, staying at Serena lodges in or beside the parks. Expect a Lake Naivasha boat ride, three nights in Maasai Mara, three in Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Amboseli. Border crossings, visas, long drives, meals, and tipping deserve careful planning.

“I cannot say enough about our safari. Just absolutely marvelous. From my first conversation with Maliwaza a year ago, to the completion of an absolutely marvelous life changing experience, Bush 2 city was nothing but outstanding. Planning a safari takes a lot of research. MRead more”

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3 Days Masai Mara Luxury Safari - The first Masai Mara game drive
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3 Days Masai Mara Luxury Safari

5.3 Days Masai Mara Luxury Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $1,758

Travel from Nairobi to Masai Mara in a private 4x4 jeep, stopping at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint and Narok. Enjoy an evening drive, a full safari day with picnic lunch, the Mara River, lodge stays, and a Maasai village visit. Guides may include Sammy, George, Charles, Moses, or Julius, depending on assignment.

“Hyrax arranged a personalized itinerary for me and my wife. We were picked up from our hotel in Nairobi and brought to Wilson Airport for a short 50 minute flight to Masai Mara. At the airstrip in Masai Mara, we were met by Benson!”

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3 days Maasai Mara Luxury Safari - Keekorok Lodge: what the two nights add
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3 days Maasai Mara Luxury Safari

6.3 days Maasai Mara Luxury Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $1,850

Travel from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara in a private vehicle, spend two nights at Keekorok Lodge, and take several game drives in search of the Big Five. You can choose a full-day drive with a picnic lunch or split your time between morning and afternoon outings. A Maasai village visit costs an extra $20 per person.

“Pros: hotel was cool - we could see zebras, giraffes, and other animals from the grounds; hippo pond is cool; staff were friendly. On game drives we saw amazing animal sightings and enjoyed the walk with the park rangers. Cons: vans (not laRead more”

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4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Mid-Luxury safari - Day three gives Masai Mara the time it deserves
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4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Mid-Luxury safari

7.4 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Mid-Luxury safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $1,400

You’ll travel privately from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara with a professional driver-guide, three lodge nights, meals, water, and park game drives. Look for black and white rhinos, flamingos, lions, elephants, leopards, and buffalo. Guides such as David and Samson have been praised for sharp animal spotting and thoughtful service.

“Amazing experience with Milana, enjoyed a lot and good organisation. A bit expensive for three days but worthy adventure.”

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3-Day Masai Mara Luxury Safari - The main wildlife day, from early search to sunset
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3-Day Masai Mara Luxury Safari

8.3-Day Masai Mara Luxury Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $1,702

Travel from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara in a private safari vehicle, crossing the Great Rift Valley and spending two nights near the reserve. You get afternoon, full-day, and morning game drives, with meals, park fees, water, transfers, and accommodation included. Guides such as Edward, John, Simon, and Peter have earned strong praise for their care and wildlife knowledge.

“Peter was a great contact person and organiser for our 3-day family safari (with one of us in a wheelchair) and Edward a great and helpful guide! Thank you for organising a wonderful trip!”

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5 Days Maasai mara, Lake Nakuru, samburu private lodge safari - Lake Nakuru adds rhinos and a different setting
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5 Days Maasai mara, Lake Nakuru, samburu private lodge safari

9.5 Days Maasai mara, Lake Nakuru, samburu private lodge safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $4,142

Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Samburu on a private five-day lodge safari. Expect long road days, repeated game drives, included meals, and air-conditioned transport with Wi-Fi. Guides associated with the operator include Juma, Fred Juma, Ole, and Tante, though assignments can vary.

“Maasai Mara was an unforgettable adventure. We witnessed the big 5 up close including a pride of lions, our guide was knowledgable ensuring we didn't miss any action”

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9 Day Private Luxury Spectacle Safari Majestic Kenya Wonderland - Lake Naivasha: freshwater birds and hippos
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9 Day Private Luxury Spectacle Safari Majestic Kenya Wonderland

10.9 Day Private Luxury Spectacle Safari Majestic Kenya Wonderland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $5,050

Travel privately from Nairobi through four major Kenyan wildlife areas in nine days, with game drives, lodges, picnic lunches, Mzima Springs, Kilimanjaro views, flamingos, rhinos, and the Big Five. Guides associated with Apodiformes Adventures include Sebastian, Tom, Dickson, Kevin, Michael, and Wycliffe. A Maasai village visit is optional.

“Fredrick and especially our guide, Tom provided my wife and me an unforgettable honeymoon experience. Fredrick was available around the clock, putting together an incredible itinerary and selecting lodges that matched the destinations we Read more”

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6 Days Masai Mara-Nakuru-Amboseli - Lodge Safari-Private 4X4 JEEP - Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara via the Rift Valley
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6 Days Masai Mara-Nakuru-Amboseli – Lodge Safari-Private 4X4 JEEP

11.6 Days Masai Mara-Nakuru-Amboseli – Lodge Safari-Private 4X4 JEEP

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $1,300

Spend six days in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser visiting Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli. Expect early starts, long road transfers, lodge stays, picnic lunches, and game drives led by guides such as David, Peter, or Zachary. Park fees and the optional Maasai village visit cost extra.

“David was an outstanding safari guide who made our trip unforgettable. From the moment we set off, he showed his expertise and dedication to ensuring we had the best possible experience.”

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12 Days Kenya & Tanzania Safari Private Lodge Safari from Nairobi - Day 2: Rift Valley views, Hell’s Gate, and Lake Naivasha
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12 Days Kenya & Tanzania Safari Private Lodge Safari from Nairobi

12.12 Days Kenya & Tanzania Safari Private Lodge Safari from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · from $6,210

You’ll travel privately from Nairobi through Kenya and Tanzania with a safari guide, custom vehicle, and 11 nights of lodging. Expect Hell’s Gate, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire, plus airport transfers and most meals. Guides named in past trips include Ronald, Hassan, Richard, Joel, George, and Sammy.

“Wow! What an exciting and memorable 2-week safari Perfect Wilderness set up for myself and my wife! Thanks to Everline, she arranged a trip that exceeded our expectations. She accommodated us by making changes to lodges and tRead more”

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8 Days 7 Nights Kenyan Luxury Safari - Day 2: A full day at Ol Pejeta
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8 Days 7 Nights Kenyan Luxury Safari

13.8 Days 7 Nights Kenyan Luxury Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $6,350

Spend eight days on a private Kenyan safari with Jemu Mwenda Expeditions, traveling from Nairobi to Ol Pejeta, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, and Maasai Mara. Expect game drives, rhino conservation, a flight to the Mara, included meals, and time to explore at a slower pace. Confirm lodging and meal details before booking.

“I went with Jemu Mwenda Expeditions on a 5 day Mt. Kenya trek up the Chogoria route. It was amazing. Communication from James and the office was very prompt and James worked with me and my physical level and diet to make sure I had Read more”

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Private Luxury car hire for transfer from Nairobi to Arusha - Key points at a glance
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Private Luxury car hire for transfer from Nairobi to Arusha

14.Private Luxury car hire for transfer from Nairobi to Arusha

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews

Travel privately between Nairobi, Namanga, Arusha, and Moshi in a clean, air-conditioned Alphard-style vehicle. Your driver collects you at a hotel, apartment, or Nairobi airport, helps at the border, allows practical stops, and drops you at your destination. The ride takes about five hours to Arusha or six and a half to Moshi.

“David was our driver. He was knowledgeable, helpful and a careful driver. There was much confusion with our booking, and we regretted that David was not our driver on our return from Arusha to Nairobi.”

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3-Day Maasai Mara Joining Safari at Enkorok Luxury Camp - Day 1: Nairobi, the Rift Valley, and the first game drive
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3-Day Maasai Mara Joining Safari at Enkorok Luxury Camp

15.3-Day Maasai Mara Joining Safari at Enkorok Luxury Camp

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7 reviews · 3 days · from $995

Spend three days exploring Maasai Mara in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with an English-speaking guide. Expect a Rift Valley viewpoint stop, afternoon and full-day game drives, picnic lunch by the Mara, and lodge or camp lodging. Guides such as Geoffrey, Lulu, and Chiro have earned praise for skilled driving and wildlife spotting.

“En fantastisk upplevelse! Väldigt bra bemötande och en kunnig guide i Chiro (Sam) som verkligen gjorde resan minnesvärd. ENKOROK är ett boende i toppklass som varmt kan rekommenderas.”

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