Best 2-6 Day Kenya Itineraries

Head off on a two-day safari escape from Nairobi into the highlands of central Kenya. The tour travels north through the tea and coffee estates of the central region, pausing for lunch near Nyeri before reaching the foothills of the Aberdare ranges. Settle in at a forest lodge set high above a floodlit waterhole and salt lick, where wildlife gathers through the afternoon, evening and night for high-altitude game viewing. A morning game drive in Aberdare National Park follows before the tour turns south again, arriving back in Nairobi. It makes a short but rewarding introduction to Kenya's wildlife and highland scenery.

Travel from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park on this 2-day tour, crossing the Nairobi-Mombasa road through open savanna dotted with homesteads and colourful Masai herdsmen grazing their cattle. After arriving in time for lunch, the afternoon game drive brings you face to face with elephant, giraffe, zebra, lion, cheetah, warthog and ostrich, all set beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's tallest peak and the world's highest free-standing mountain. The following morning offers some of the best light to see its snow-capped summit, with elephant herds crossing the plains below, before the drive back to Nairobi.

Head off on this two-day safari from Mombasa to the Ngutuni Conservancy, a 10,000-acre private sanctuary bordered on three sides by Tsavo East National Park. After picking up from Mombasa, travellers are driven by luxury safari vehicle straight to the conservancy in time for lunch, before spending the afternoon on a game drive in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs and a wide variety of birdlife. After dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the sanctuary, an early breakfast leads into further game drives before the return journey to Mombasa, dropping off at a hotel or the international airport.

Start on Diani Beach and set off inland for a two day safari to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, before returning to Diani. Expect scenic drives via Voi, early and late game drives, and rich wildlife sightings – lions, elephants, buffalo, cheetah, giraffe and prolific birdlife. Stay at a safari lodge, with superb views over a busy waterhole. An underground tunnel and bunker with ground level windows brings you thrillingly close to animals at the salt licks – perfect for photography. A short, well paced escape that pairs beach downtime with big game drama.

Set off from Nairobi on a two day safari to Solio Ranch, a renowned rhino sanctuary in Laikipia, before returning to Nairobi. Settle into a cosy lodge with sweeping views towards Mount Kenya, then head out on afternoon and morning game drives. Expect to see large numbers of black and white rhinos, along with buffalo, giraffe, zebra, impala, warthog and plentiful birdlife – with chances of spotting lion, leopard or hyena. Between drives, unwind over leisurely meals and soak up the scenery.

Kick off in Nairobi and wind up back in Nairobi on this 3 day safari that packs in Kenya’s superstar sights. You’ll road–trip through the Great Rift Valley – think epic views – before settling into the Masai Mara for classic game drives in big–sky savannah. Expect to see the Big Five, crossings along the Mara River and, in season, the thunder of the great migration. There’s time for an optional hot–air balloon at dawn or a visit to a Masai village for cultural insight. Early starts, golden sunsets and plentiful wildlife action – a short break with maximum wow.

Kick off in Nairobi and dive into three days of classic safari in the Masai Mara: sweeping savannahs, huge skies and unforgettable wildlife. Travel via the Great Rift Valley Viewpoint, then settle into a tented camp before heading out on game drives. You’ll visit the Mara River to look for hippos, search for the Big Five and, if timing’s right, witness the wildebeest on the move. Expect relaxed pacing – plenty of time in the bush, camp comforts and striking scenery – before returning to Nairobi with a camera full of favourites. Opt to enhance your trip with a balloon ride over the stunning landscape of the Mara.

Kick off in Nairobi and end back in Nairobi on this 3 day safari to the Masai Mara, perfect for wildlife lovers short on time. Travel via the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for panoramas, then settle into the Mara’s open grasslands for game drives. You’ll explore riverbanks and plains in search of the Big Five, with picnic lunches by the Mara River and chances to spot predators. Time your visit for July-November to witness the wildebeest migration.