8-Day Family Safari in Kenya – Private Vehicle & Child-Friendly Lodges
A Wildlife Adventure Built for Families
If you’ve ever dreamed of showing your children the real Africa — not just The Lion King — this is the trip.
This 8-day family safari in Kenya is designed specifically for families with children. With your own private 4×4 vehicle, a dedicated English-speaking guide, child-friendly lodges, and shorter drive times, this tour balances wildlife adventure with downtime and flexibility.
From feeding giraffes in Nairobi to cruising Lake Naivasha, to spotting lions and elephants in Masai Mara, your family will experience safari in the safest, most exciting, and most personal way.
Ideal for families with kids aged 5+
Private Land Cruiser with flexible schedule
Option to extend your trip with a beach holiday in Mombasa, Zanzibar, or Mauritius
Highlights
Visit the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi
Enjoy a boat safari on Lake Naivasha
Private safari in Masai Mara – home to the Big Five
Stay at child-friendly lodges with full board & connecting rooms
Private vehicle gives you freedom to stop for breaks or snacks
Optional add-on: 3–7 night family beach holiday extension
8-Day Detailed Family-Friendly
Day 1: Fly in to Kenya
Fly from your country to Nairobi, Kenya’s capital. All transfers are pre-arranged.
Meet your guide at Nairobi Airport and check into your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, relax by the pool or explore nearby attractions.
Day 2: Nairobi – Giraffe Centre & Karen Blixen Estate
Start your adventure with a visit to the Giraffe Centre, where kids can hand-feed endangered Rothschild giraffes. Then drive to Lake Naivasha, stopping for photos over the Great Rift Valley.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge
Highlights: Giraffe encounter, optional pool time, nature walk
Meals: Full Board
Day 3: Boat Safari on Lake Naivasha – Drive to Masai Mara
Cruise across Lake Naivasha and spot hippos, monkeys, giraffes, and water birds. After lunch, head to the legendary Masai Mara, where your 3-night safari begins. Expect a scenic 4–6 hour drive, with stops as needed.
Accommodation: Mara Simba Lodge
Tip: Bring an audiobook or safari-themed activity kit for kids
Meals: Full Board
Days 4–7: Family Safari in Masai Mara
Spend two full days exploring the Masai Mara in your own private 4×4 safari vehicle. Your guide will adjust game drives to suit your family’s energy levels. Enjoy bush breakfasts or picnic lunches with incredible savannah views.
Wildlife: Elephants, lions, zebras, cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, wildebeest
Optional: Visit a traditional Masai village for £25 per person
Accommodation: Mara Simba Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 8: Return to Nairobi – Begin Journey Home
Drive or fly back to Nairobi. You can fly directly from Masai Mara to Nairobi (optional upgrade) to avoid the long drive. If you’re not ready to go home yet, this is the perfect point to add a beach extension.
Optional Add-Ons
Flight from Masai Mara to Nairobi to reduce road time
Beach extension to Zanzibar, Mombasa, or Mauritius (3–7 nights)
Hot air balloon safari over Masai Mara (ages 7+, optional)
What's Included
Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Airport
Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Hotel or Residence
Airport/airstrip transfers
Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 Land Cruiser jeep.
flights (Nairobi ↔ Masai Mara ↔ Amboseli)
Services of an experienced English/ other language speaking safari tour guide/driver.
Stay in comfort or luxury lodges / tented camps (your choice).
Park entrance fees
All meals on safari Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
The flying doctors’ emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.
What's Excluded
International flights Travel insurance Optional excursions (balloon safari, Maasai village) Alcoholic and soft drinks Tips and personal expenses
Best time to visit Kenya, Tanzania & Top safari tour Destinations
FAQs: 8-day Family Kenya safari
Is this safari safe for kids?
Yes! The tour is designed for families with children aged 5 and above, using private 4WD vehicles, child-friendly lodges, and experienced guides.
How long are the daily drives?
Drive times are kept to a minimum. The longest drive is from Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara (4–6 hours), with flexible stops. You also have the option to fly back to Nairobi on the final day.
Can we extend this tour with a beach holiday?
Absolutely. You can add 3–7 nights in Zanzibar, Mombasa, or Mauritius, all with family-friendly resorts and direct flights from Nairobi.
Are meals and safaris included?
Yes. All meals during the safari, park fees, guided game drives, a boat trip, and Giraffe Centre visit are included.
Do the lodges have family or connecting rooms?
Yes. All lodges on this itinerary offer connecting rooms or family rooms, with options to accommodate young children comfortably.
