Mara · Nakuru · Naivasha · 5 days · 4 nights · Good year-round
Family Safari
We designed this trip with our own kids in mind. It keeps drive times short, picks lodges with pools and interconnecting family rooms, and builds in the active, hands-on things children actually love — walking with giraffe on Crescent Island, a hippo boat ride, junior-ranger activities, and a Maasai afternoon learning to throw a (blunt) spear. The wildlife is still world-class; it's just paced for small humans.
From $2,900 per person
Specimen itinerary for planning purposes only — not a confirmed booking document.
Logistics & transport
- Pickup
- Confirmed 24 hours before departure on WhatsApp
- Guide language
- As selected at booking
- Group
- Private / small group · max 6 guests
Where you'll stay
Lodging varies by trip — tented camp, safari lodge, beach hotel, or city hotel as your package requires. The property for this package is confirmed in writing after you book — ask us on WhatsApp if you want options before paying.
Included in your package price — exact camp, lodge, or hotel confirmed after booking.
Indicative schedule — day by day
Planned rhythm for your trip — your guide may adjust on the day for conditions, light and wildlife.
Day 1: Nairobi → Lake Naivasha
An easy first day — short drive to Naivasha, an afternoon boat ride past hippos, and a relaxed lodge with a pool to shake off the flight.
Day 2: Crescent Island on foot
Walk among zebra and giraffe (no predators, totally safe) on Crescent Island — kids love being out of the car. Afternoon at the pool or a bike ride at Hell's Gate.
Day 3: Naivasha → Maasai Mara
Transfer to the Mara with a picnic stop. Gentle afternoon game drive — the guide runs a 'spot the animal' game that keeps everyone glued to the windows.
Day 4: Mara big day (kid-paced)
A morning drive with a bush breakfast, back for lunch and a pool break, then a shorter afternoon drive. Junior-ranger certificate and a Maasai village visit.
Day 5: Final drive, home
One last morning drive, brunch, and the road back to Nairobi — tired, happy and full of stories.
Trip inclusions
- 5 nights full-board family accommodation
- Park & reserve fees (children half price)
- Private 4x4 + patient, kid-friendly guide
- Crescent Island walk & Naivasha boat ride
- Junior-ranger activity & Maasai visit
- 24/7 WhatsApp support
Trip exclusions
- International flights
- Kenya eVisa (under-16s often free — we check)
- Travel insurance (required)
- Hell's Gate bike hire ($15, optional)
- Tips
Preparation & packing
Before you go
- This section is general Kenya travel guidance — not a substitute for official advice or your doctor.
- We confirm trip-specific details (property, pickup times, park rules) with you on WhatsApp before departure.
- Questions about Family Safari? Message us anytime — we'd rather you ask than guess.
Visa & entry
- Most visitors need a Kenya eVisa before travel — apply at evisa.go.ke and check current fees and rules.
- Passport usually needs 6+ months' validity and blank pages — verify with your airline and immigration.
- Keep a printed copy of this itinerary and your eVisa for border control.
Health
- Yellow fever certificate may be required depending on where you are travelling from — check Kenya's latest entry rules.
- Malaria prevention is commonly recommended for safari areas — ask your doctor well before you fly.
- Travel insurance with medical evacuation cover is strongly recommended.
- Bring personal medication in original packaging.
Weather & clothing
- Safari mornings and evenings are often cooler than midday — layers work better than one heavy coat.
- Neutral colours (khaki, olive, beige) are standard for game drives.
- Rain can appear in any season — a light waterproof layer is worth packing.
- We send a short weather note for your dates once your trip is confirmed.
Packing list
- Comfortable closed shoes for walking + sandals for camp or lodge
- Sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
- Binoculars if you have a pair (optional — ask us if you'd like a recommendation)
- Power bank + travel adaptor (Kenya commonly uses Type G plugs, 240V)
- Soft bag often works better than a hard suitcase if your trip includes light-aircraft legs — we'll confirm luggage limits for your routing
- Some cash in USD (clean, newer bills) or KES for tips and small purchases
- Insect repellent
Money & connectivity
- Cards work in Nairobi and at many properties; cash is still useful for tips and markets.
- M-Pesa is widely used in Kenya — we can walk you through it on arrival if helpful.
- Wi‑Fi varies by property (lodge, camp, or hotel) — signal on game drives is usually limited.
- Tipping customs vary by property and guide — we share current guidelines for your trip before you travel.