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Visiting Kenya Without Breaking the Bank
Good evening,
As two senior French couples who are used to traveling independently all over the world, we’d like to visit Kenya next November.
Now, after seeing and reading a bit everywhere, and with the first quotes for a 6/7-day safari, I’m shocked by the prices (like $2,250) for places like Maasai Mara, where entry alone costs $200 per person per day, plus fees for the driver and vehicle.
So if you have any recent great tips or contacts to share to help me out, I’d really appreciate it—because despite the costs, we’d still love to go, while keeping things reasonable.
The most plausible solution is probably renting a vehicle with a driver-guide.
Thanks in advance for all your replies.
Jacques
Traveling to Push Your Limits: What the Sea Taught Me in Kenya
Hi there,
I often travel solo, and like many women, I get asked the same questions over and over:
“Aren’t you scared?”
“Do you feel safe?”
“Do you really dare to go that far alone?”
Recently, during a trip along the Kenyan coast, I had an experience that made me think differently about solo female travel.
At Wasini Kenya, on paper, everything seemed simple: a boat ride, then some snorkeling.
But on the boat, the sea was rough. It was rocking hard. And then that familiar little inner voice came back—the one that doubts, that overthinks, that wants to stay in control.
Traveling solo is often like that too:
being responsible for yourself, your decisions, and your limits.
Then, once underwater, everything changed.
The noise disappeared. There was nothing left to prove, nothing to control.
Just breathing, trusting your body, and letting yourself be carried.
That moment reminded me that solo female travel isn’t just about destinations or external safety.
It’s also an inner journey: learning to listen to yourself, to recognize your fears, and sometimes to overcome them without forcing it.
I took the time to share this experience in more detail here, for anyone it might help or reassure:
👉 https://noirenvoyage.com/wasini-kenya-apprendre-a-faire-confiance-sous-leau/
And I’d love to hear your thoughts:
👉 For those of you who travel solo, has travel ever taught you something about yourself?
👉 And for those who are still hesitant: what’s holding you back the most right now?
Looking forward to chatting! 🌊
Happy Transition to 2025/2026
Hello to all East Africa lovers and nature enthusiasts in general,
While I prepare to share a recap of our latest trip/safari in Kenya soon, I’d like to wish you all a peaceful transition between 2025 and 2026.
Warm regards,
Puma2A.
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Questions about planning a 15-day self-drive trip in Kenya in January
Hello fellow adventurers,
After many self-drive trips in South Africa and 30 days in Namibia last April with a rooftop tent, I’m planning a relaxed 15-day trip to Kenya in a simple 4x4 (like a Rav4) without a tent. The goal is to visit Amboseli and Tsavo East and West parks in January. I’ve read about the differences in climate, vegetation, and wildlife between the two Tsavo parks... We’re thinking of spending one week in the parks and ending with 5-6 days on the coast. I have a few questions about the reserves and the 4x4, and I’d love any tips or observations: - January is the dry season: Is a simple 4x4 enough? - Since we’ll end near Mombasa, is it a good financial and tourist plan to rent the 4x4 only until Mombasa and then take the train back to Nairobi at the end of the trip? - What’s the general condition of the roads, and are there any to avoid? - I read that in Tsavo East, only the Galana River still has water in January. Is it a good idea to enter through Maniant Gate and take the road along the river south, or is it better to head north on the tracks? - Is it better to look for lodging inside the parks, or are there long queues at the park entrances in the morning during this season? - I also saw two reserves around Mount Kenya that look nice. How much time should we plan to visit them, or is it better to focus on Tsavo? What’s holding me back a bit is that the entrance fees have skyrocketed: $80/day/person!! Anyway, if you have any thoughts or ideas, I’d love to hear them to help with my planning!
After many self-drive trips in South Africa and 30 days in Namibia last April with a rooftop tent, I’m planning a relaxed 15-day trip to Kenya in a simple 4x4 (like a Rav4) without a tent. The goal is to visit Amboseli and Tsavo East and West parks in January. I’ve read about the differences in climate, vegetation, and wildlife between the two Tsavo parks... We’re thinking of spending one week in the parks and ending with 5-6 days on the coast. I have a few questions about the reserves and the 4x4, and I’d love any tips or observations: - January is the dry season: Is a simple 4x4 enough? - Since we’ll end near Mombasa, is it a good financial and tourist plan to rent the 4x4 only until Mombasa and then take the train back to Nairobi at the end of the trip? - What’s the general condition of the roads, and are there any to avoid? - I read that in Tsavo East, only the Galana River still has water in January. Is it a good idea to enter through Maniant Gate and take the road along the river south, or is it better to head north on the tracks? - Is it better to look for lodging inside the parks, or are there long queues at the park entrances in the morning during this season? - I also saw two reserves around Mount Kenya that look nice. How much time should we plan to visit them, or is it better to focus on Tsavo? What’s holding me back a bit is that the entrance fees have skyrocketed: $80/day/person!! Anyway, if you have any thoughts or ideas, I’d love to hear them to help with my planning!
Actor Robert REDFORD has passed away.
Hello,
In 1985, the film "Out of Africa" was released, which inspired me to visit Kenya for the first time a year later. My passion for animals in their wild and natural habitat, and thus for safaris, was born while watching this film and appreciating Robert REDFORD’s acting.
Of course, the film’s director and Meryl STREEP also contributed greatly to this wonderful movie.....
In a way, I owe him this passion, and I thank him for it. Sometimes, during safaris, when we had our breakfasts in the middle of nature, in one reserve or another in Kenya or Tanzania, I often thought of him.
May he rest in peace, far from our world of madness. Thank you for EVERYTHING, Mr. REDFORD.
( In three weeks in Kenya, I think I’ll often be thinking of him....... )
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In 1985, the film "Out of Africa" was released, which inspired me to visit Kenya for the first time a year later. My passion for animals in their wild and natural habitat, and thus for safaris, was born while watching this film and appreciating Robert REDFORD’s acting.
Of course, the film’s director and Meryl STREEP also contributed greatly to this wonderful movie.....
In a way, I owe him this passion, and I thank him for it. Sometimes, during safaris, when we had our breakfasts in the middle of nature, in one reserve or another in Kenya or Tanzania, I often thought of him.
May he rest in peace, far from our world of madness. Thank you for EVERYTHING, Mr. REDFORD.
( In three weeks in Kenya, I think I’ll often be thinking of him....... )
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Booking the Madaraka Express
I just realized there’s only one payment method accepted for booking the Mombasa-Nairobi express train ticket online: M-Pesa, a mobile money transfer service used in Africa. Would it be impossible to book as a European?
Trip to Kenya and excursion prices
Hi,
For my husband's 50th birthday, we're going to Mombasa for 10 days and 8 nights in March 2026.
I found a hotel, the Kappa Club Crystal Bay Resort, and online reviews for this hotel recommend a guide named Omar. I contacted him via WhatsApp, and he's offering a 2-day, 1-night safari in Tsavo East, a "blue safari," and a Marafa Canyon day trip for 400 € per person.
I’m asking for help from people who’ve already done these excursions because I have no idea what these offers entail.
Thank you for any advice you can give me about this trip.
Caroline
Questions about our 3-week Kenya itinerary
Hi there!
What a pleasure to be back on this forum—I thought it had closed down? If it has indeed reopened, that’s fantastic news! :)
My wife and I are heading to Kenya for three weeks starting August 30th, and I’d love some help fine-tuning our itinerary and answering a few questions. Here’s the rough draft I’ve put together:
08/30: Nairobi (2 nights) 09/01-09/04: Masai Mara (3 nights, then return to Nairobi) 09/05-09/07: Rift Valley/Nakuru/Hell’s Gate/etc. (2 nights, then return to Nairobi) 09/08: Nairobi > Amboseli (2 nights) 09/10: Amboseli > Tsavo East (2 nights) 09/12: Tsavo > Mombasa (1 night) 09/13: Mombasa > Kilifi (2 nights) 09/15: Kilifi > Malindi > Lamu (3 nights) 09/18: Return to Nairobi 09/19: Departure at 23:40
I’ve got a ton of questions, but I’ll try to summarize them somewhat:
Do you have any recommendations for tour operators for the safaris? Right now, I’ve planned 11 days for the "safari" portion from Masai Mara to Tsavo, with a lot of returns to Nairobi—is it possible to optimize this without booking a full tour with a single agency? Aside from the cost, I’m worried I won’t feel very free if we do a 9-day experience covering all of it, but maybe that’s the most recommended option? Do all the destinations up to Mombasa require booking a tour and hiring a guide in advance (or having your own vehicle), or are some more open to improvisation? We’d also like to meet people and not just do safaris, but our current itinerary doesn’t really allow for that—would you recommend cutting back on safaris and visiting villages between Nairobi and the coast instead? We were also considering the Taita Hills if possible—what do you think? Is Kilifi a good idea? We’ve heard it’s more authentic than Diani and we’re interested in the bioluminescent plankton, but I feel like the detour complicates the trip a bit.
You can probably tell from my questions that our biggest concern right now is booking the safaris. We can’t really afford to spend 2000 € each for 4 days, but we also won’t be taking a trip like this again anytime soon, so we want to make the most of it!
Hope my questions make sense and that you can help us out—thanks, and have a great evening!
Camille
What a pleasure to be back on this forum—I thought it had closed down? If it has indeed reopened, that’s fantastic news! :)
My wife and I are heading to Kenya for three weeks starting August 30th, and I’d love some help fine-tuning our itinerary and answering a few questions. Here’s the rough draft I’ve put together:
08/30: Nairobi (2 nights) 09/01-09/04: Masai Mara (3 nights, then return to Nairobi) 09/05-09/07: Rift Valley/Nakuru/Hell’s Gate/etc. (2 nights, then return to Nairobi) 09/08: Nairobi > Amboseli (2 nights) 09/10: Amboseli > Tsavo East (2 nights) 09/12: Tsavo > Mombasa (1 night) 09/13: Mombasa > Kilifi (2 nights) 09/15: Kilifi > Malindi > Lamu (3 nights) 09/18: Return to Nairobi 09/19: Departure at 23:40
I’ve got a ton of questions, but I’ll try to summarize them somewhat:
Do you have any recommendations for tour operators for the safaris? Right now, I’ve planned 11 days for the "safari" portion from Masai Mara to Tsavo, with a lot of returns to Nairobi—is it possible to optimize this without booking a full tour with a single agency? Aside from the cost, I’m worried I won’t feel very free if we do a 9-day experience covering all of it, but maybe that’s the most recommended option? Do all the destinations up to Mombasa require booking a tour and hiring a guide in advance (or having your own vehicle), or are some more open to improvisation? We’d also like to meet people and not just do safaris, but our current itinerary doesn’t really allow for that—would you recommend cutting back on safaris and visiting villages between Nairobi and the coast instead? We were also considering the Taita Hills if possible—what do you think? Is Kilifi a good idea? We’ve heard it’s more authentic than Diani and we’re interested in the bioluminescent plankton, but I feel like the detour complicates the trip a bit.
You can probably tell from my questions that our biggest concern right now is booking the safaris. We can’t really afford to spend 2000 € each for 4 days, but we also won’t be taking a trip like this again anytime soon, so we want to make the most of it!
Hope my questions make sense and that you can help us out—thanks, and have a great evening!
Camille
Violent anti-government protests and repression in Kenya
Hi everyone planning to travel to Kenya with (or without) kids,
Just so you know:
This week, extremely violent protests, met with live ammunition repression, have resulted in many casualties and hundreds of injuries across several Kenyan cities. There’s also been widespread destruction, fires, and looting accompanying these violent scenes...
Check this out: https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/kenya/
And also: https://www.corsematin.com/article/francemonde/6837346876811/violent-protests-in-kenya-16-dead-according-to-amnesty-executive-claims-to-have-foiled-a-coup
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Just so you know:
This week, extremely violent protests, met with live ammunition repression, have resulted in many casualties and hundreds of injuries across several Kenyan cities. There’s also been widespread destruction, fires, and looting accompanying these violent scenes...
Check this out: https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/kenya/
And also: https://www.corsematin.com/article/francemonde/6837346876811/violent-protests-in-kenya-16-dead-according-to-amnesty-executive-claims-to-have-foiled-a-coup
...
Kenya Trip
hi, photos of cheetahs going for their meal!!! consuming the meal and ending with mutual grooming. A lioness looking at her male with love😛
That's Kenya too...
Hey fellow travelers,
I'm back in the "travel journal" section to share our 15-day adventure in Kenya in November 2024. It was pretty much our first time in East Africa (since Zanzibar doesn’t really count 😜).
As usual, I’m sharing the journal I made for our loved ones—still as casual and cheerful as ever, just to give them a little break from their tough workdays 😄.
We organized the whole trip ourselves, and to be original here LOL, we took some *very* well-trodden paths: Naivasha, Tsavo, and Diani. But what I loved about this country is that it’s so easy to go off the beaten track—even on the "tourist highways" 😉.
So, if you're a safari fanatic or after stunning wildlife photos, you might be disappointed. But if you want to discover other sides of Kenya, you might just find what you're looking for 😉.
Looking forward to sharing this fun journey with you all 😊.
I'm back in the "travel journal" section to share our 15-day adventure in Kenya in November 2024. It was pretty much our first time in East Africa (since Zanzibar doesn’t really count 😜).
As usual, I’m sharing the journal I made for our loved ones—still as casual and cheerful as ever, just to give them a little break from their tough workdays 😄.
We organized the whole trip ourselves, and to be original here LOL, we took some *very* well-trodden paths: Naivasha, Tsavo, and Diani. But what I loved about this country is that it’s so easy to go off the beaten track—even on the "tourist highways" 😉.
So, if you're a safari fanatic or after stunning wildlife photos, you might be disappointed. But if you want to discover other sides of Kenya, you might just find what you're looking for 😉.
Looking forward to sharing this fun journey with you all 😊.
Tips for visiting national parks, transport, and accommodation in Kenya
Hello,
We’re heading to Kenya from July 14 to August 3, 2025. We’ve swapped our house to get our first base in Nairobi.
I’d like to know if the Severin Safari Camp is well located relative to the entrance of Tsavo National Park? From what I’ve read in another discussion, it’s better to hire a driver (rather than renting a car)?
Same question for Maasai Simba Camp?
And finally, what do you recommend for the Masai Mara: how many days should we plan? Any accommodation tips?
Thanks so much in advance.
The Brittons from the 56 🙂
We’re heading to Kenya from July 14 to August 3, 2025. We’ve swapped our house to get our first base in Nairobi.
I’d like to know if the Severin Safari Camp is well located relative to the entrance of Tsavo National Park? From what I’ve read in another discussion, it’s better to hire a driver (rather than renting a car)?
Same question for Maasai Simba Camp?
And finally, what do you recommend for the Masai Mara: how many days should we plan? Any accommodation tips?
Thanks so much in advance.
The Brittons from the 56 🙂
Have you heard of Grand5safari in Kenya?
Hi,
We're considering accepting a safari quote from Grand5safari in Kenya, but they're asking for a 40% deposit, and we're hesitant because we're worried about getting scammed.
Has anyone already paid a deposit to this provider and gone on a safari with them?
Thanks! 🙂
Katia
Transit à l'aéroport de Nairobi
Quelqu'un a t il fait une correspondance recente (post covid) là bas ?
Que peut on espérer trouver comme boutiques, points de restauration ou eventuellement salons d'ouverts ?
2 * 10hrs d'escale (de 19h30 à 7h puis de 11H à 22h30) sont au programme à cause d'un changement d'horaire des vols Air France AF814/5 et de la reduction de frequence vers Kigali par Kenya Airways.
Merci
2 * 10hrs d'escale (de 19h30 à 7h puis de 11H à 22h30) sont au programme à cause d'un changement d'horaire des vols Air France AF814/5 et de la reduction de frequence vers Kigali par Kenya Airways.
Merci
Le Kenya en août 2020 comme "solution de repli"
Bonjour
Famille avec 2 enfants, nous devions nous rendre à l'ile Maurice ce mois d'aout 2020.
Suite téléphone aux autorités compétentes pour vérifier, l'ile Maurice va fermer ses frontières jusqu'au 31 Aout.
Dans notre plan de vol nous avons une escale à Nairobi.
2 solutions pour nous :
- Tout annuler, prendre l'avoir de la compagnie, et reporter le voyage.
- Rebondir, en passant 3 semaines au Kenya (je sais rien à voir avec Maurice ;-) )
Qu'en pensez vous ?
Famille avec 2 enfants, nous devions nous rendre à l'ile Maurice ce mois d'aout 2020.
Suite téléphone aux autorités compétentes pour vérifier, l'ile Maurice va fermer ses frontières jusqu'au 31 Aout.
Dans notre plan de vol nous avons une escale à Nairobi.
2 solutions pour nous :
- Tout annuler, prendre l'avoir de la compagnie, et reporter le voyage.
- Rebondir, en passant 3 semaines au Kenya (je sais rien à voir avec Maurice ;-) )
Qu'en pensez vous ?
Voiture avec chauffeur, safari et plages au Kenya
Bonjour a tous
J envisage de partir pour mes 50 ans en fevrier et de faire safari et plage en famille au kenya, or j ai cru comprendre que la location de voiture était compliquee. J envisage la location de airbnb et pourrais donc loger un chauffeur guide .
est ce que quelqu un pourrait me renseigner ou me donner les coordonnees de personnes sur le tarif journalier d un chauffeur avec voiture
merci a tous
Louer un 4x4 à Nairobi ou Arusha et passer au Rwanda, Ouganda...?
Bonjour,
Est-il possible de louer un 4x4 à Nairobi ou Arusha et de passer au Rwanda, en Ouganda, et de revenir à NBO ou Arusha . L’idée est de partir vers les parcs nord-Tanzanie,
Serengeti, Mwanza, Kigali, parcs ougandais, et revenir via Eldoret sur NBO ou Arusha.
Merci beaucoup pour votre réponse.
Parcours inhabituel de trois semaines au Kenya en janvier
Bonjour,
Dans ma discussion de préparation de voyage, j'ai partagé notre carnet de voyage.
Nous avons passé trois semaines inoubliables au Kenya, un voyage hors des sentiers battus, un itinéraire inhabituel, des rencontres uniques que je recommande chaudement!
Voici le lien vers ce carnet: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=10146506;a=10146506
Dans ma discussion de préparation de voyage, j'ai partagé notre carnet de voyage.
Nous avons passé trois semaines inoubliables au Kenya, un voyage hors des sentiers battus, un itinéraire inhabituel, des rencontres uniques que je recommande chaudement!
Voici le lien vers ce carnet: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=10146506;a=10146506
Du Cap à Nairobi en transports en commun
Bonjour à tous,
En ces temps de confinement, je me permet de rêver à de futurs voyages. Pensez-vous qu'il est faisable d'atterrir au Cap et de faire le circuit en transports en commun jusqu'à Nairobi en deux mois? Est-ce que cela risque d'être trop juste et de ne pas avoir le temps de profiter des paysages? Nous partirons à deux et l'idée est de faire quelques safaris, les chutes et un peu de repos.
Merci pour votre aide!
En ces temps de confinement, je me permet de rêver à de futurs voyages. Pensez-vous qu'il est faisable d'atterrir au Cap et de faire le circuit en transports en commun jusqu'à Nairobi en deux mois? Est-ce que cela risque d'être trop juste et de ne pas avoir le temps de profiter des paysages? Nous partirons à deux et l'idée est de faire quelques safaris, les chutes et un peu de repos.
Merci pour votre aide!
Aéroport de Mombasa: arnaque pour les fumeurs-euses en transit
Quelqu'un peut-il élucider l'aventure toute récente arrivée à ma fille lors d'un transit (venant de Zanzibar) à l'aéroport de Mombasa? Pendant l'attente, puisqu'elle a le défaut d'être fumeuse, elle est allée s'enquérir auprès d'une commerçante du hall : y a-t-il un quelconque endroit prévu pour les fumeurs dans l'aéroport? Suite à une réponse négative, elle se rassied. Mais, soudain, un premier homme lui propose de le suivre pour aller fumer.Elle décline. S'ensuit un deuxième. Elle décline à nouveau. Puis, c'est une femme - en "uniforme" de personnel de l'aéroport, non policière- qui lui propose à son tour de l'accompagner. Celle-ci étant très "sympa", ma fille se laisse entraîner dans un local très à l'écart. aApeine a-t-elle allumé sa cigarette, qu'une autre préposée survient et fait le coup de la grosse indignation. Elle exige du coup le passeport de ma fille. Celle-ci répond opportunément (ouf) qu'elle ne l'a pas sur elle. Le préposé exige alors qu'elle aille le chercher en laissant bien sur place son iPhone et son sac à main. Ce que ma fille a refusé (bonne réaction) et reprenant, malgré les cris, le chemin de l'embarquement.
C'était clairement un scénario? Mais quel était le but? Chantage de retenue du passeport au moment de l'embarquement?
