Top 5 Kenya safari activities for families

The top 5 safari activities to do with family in Kenya including game drives, water activities ,Community visits, Hiking mountain Kenya, and birding in Kenya. Kenya is a rich safari destination in Africa with a number of interesting activities you can choose from.

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The great wildebeest migration in Masai Mara National Reserve is the prime safari activity in Kenya. The great wildebeest migration is one of the 8 world natural wonders that is still a mystery as to when it starts, why so many animals have to migrate in the same period and many other questions. The answers to these questions are still assumptions

When organizing a safari in Kenya for a family the season of the great wildebeest migration is one of the perfect times to plan for during the tour. Taking game drives with family is exciting but more rewarding if each member has a window seat to themselves on the jeep. 

Taking time on the coast of Kenya to engage in some water activities including visiting the coral reefs, scuba diving, relaxing at the beach and others.

5 safari activities to do with family During Kenya safari

Game Safaris on Kenya Safari

Kenya has a number of safari destinations where families can carry out some activities together. The Masai Mara National Park is the home of the famous great wildebeest migration that is happens every year and on the list of many adventure seekers. Multitudes of animals make there way into the vast plains of Masai Mara an experience that family members may enjoy. The children get to identify a number of animals that they learn about which is exciting.

As a family, having meals in the wilderness gets the people travelled with to appreciate the relevancy of co-existing with nature and its beauty. Its a way to teach children the relevancy of eco systems when they are still at a young stage.

Other game parks in Kenya include Amboseli National Park with a stunning background of the Kilimanjaro Mountain a single block with its glacier top that sparkles on a clear day. Lake Nakuru National Park with its stunning lesser flamingos that shade the lake Nakuru shoreline with a pink effect. Shimba Hill National Park and others.

Ensure to have a 4x4 wheel drive vehicle in good condition before going on safari in the Kenya National Park with your Family because the tracks get messy sometimes. Using a vehicle with a pop up roof or porch is very amazing especially for those who dream of this experience.

To get to the Kenya game parks, you can use road transport as it is the main means to get around but charter flight can be arranged to get to different safari destinations in the country.

Hot Air Baloon Safari

Watch game from a more elevated space with family by taking the Hot Air Baloon. Even though the number of participants is restricted, it is a unique adventure to choose on a family trip in Kenya. You can arrange hot air balloon safari in Masai Mara National reserve when you may get the opportunity to see animals including lions, leopards, rhinos, wildebeests, zebras, elephants and many others.

Water Activities On Kenya Safari with family

During a Kenya safari with family, you can take part in a number of water activities. The Kisite Marine National Park has a number of colored coral reefs with about 45 different corals. While on family safari visit here, you may spot a number of dolphins, schools of bonito and frigate mackerel and others.     

When at the coast of Kenya on the Mombasa coast with family, you may engage in activities including sunbathing, a walk on the sandy beaches, scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming in the Indian ocean, boat cruising and others. 

Sports fishing is possible on the Kenyan coast with family but advance arrangements to be made. Ensure to get a fishing permit for every participant and hire a boat to use with its captain for the time on the ocean while on fishing safari

Hiking mountain Kenya

The more the merrier so as a family, you may embark on a hike on Mountain Kenya to make memories together. Mountain Kenya is a snowcapped highland in Kenya has its highest peak at 5199 meters above sea level that is Batian. On the way, you get the chance to enjoy the varied vegetation and stunning features surrounding these mountains.

As a family, you can decide to embark on this adventure because the more the merrier it gets.

Birding In Kenya

Birding watching in Kenya is exciting as the country has over 1000 bird species recorded. Doing bird watching together as a family gives you chance to cover a wider area and collect a number of bird photos. Visiting National Parks like lake Nakuru National Park is an opportunity to spot the lesser flamingo that shade the shore of this lake pink. Other birds in kenya include saddle billed stork, fish eagles and others.

Other Activities to Do on Kenya Safari

Community Visit On Kenya Safari

A visit to the Masai community gives you a glimpse into the rich and authentic African culture. The Masai are some of the few communities in the world that still carry their cultural norms with high regards. During the visit in Masai community you get the chance to know if how they live that is in Manyattas where they communally protect there herds of cattle. The Masai are great designers as they make beautiful bead ornaments which tourists purchase as souvenirs from an African safari.

During the community visit of the Masai people, tourists may take part in milking the cows, making beads ornaments and other. You may get the chance to watch the Masai dance performances where they jump in style.

Walking Safaris in Kenya

Interact with nature by embarking in a walking safari in Kenya. During this adventure, you get up-close with nature but you must be in company of a ranger guide. Follow the trails constructed by regular visitors of the National Park and ensure to abide by the guidelines of the ranger guide in your company.

During the walking safari in Kenya, you may get the chance to spot a variety of wild animals along the way. This adventure is one of the ways to choose when you want to experience the African wilderness, meet the people and make peace with nature.

When is the best time to Do A Safari in Kenya

The dry season that is June to October and December to February provides a better time to do a safari in Kenya. During the dry season. The grass Land areas in Kenya are dry with low leveled grass that provides better vision of the animals in the National Parks. In Masai Mara National Park, the great wildebeest migration is in high gears during this season.

Animals in the different game parks of Kenya move in different corners of the park searching for better feeding spots. This gives tourists chance to find the wild animals without them hiding in particular locations

Note that more tourists visit Kenya in the dry season so expect more vehicles in the game parks and competition for the limited logistical resource in these parks is high. It is better to reserve accommodation, transport and other amenities to be used in the dry season earlier to avoid last minute disappointments.

The wet season that is March to May and November is normally characterized with over grown grass and regular rains but there are more chances of witnessing new births in this season. The tracks in the game parks or trails of mountain Kenya may get messy but they are passable as the country is not normally affected by extreme weather conditions. Kenya is open for safari activities all year around.

Why Visit Kenya For A Safari As A Family

Some of the reasons why choose Kenya as a family safari destination is that the country is safe to visit with your family. On ground in most safari destinations in Kenya are well trained and experienced ranger guides from Kenya Wildlife Society who often patrol these destinations.

In terms of game, the Kenya National Parks are game rich offering better chances to see a number of animals in there natural setting. The animals traverse the open plains and from the window seat or porch, you get the chance to enjoy there presence.

A safari in Kenya is a life long dream for many adventure seekers and so by doing it as a family, it is one way to make life long memories.

When you pay park entrance fees before entering any Kenyan game park, you contribute to the conservation fund of this country. In the past, poaching was rampant in most game parks in Kenya that led to the decline in the number of wild animals in these parks but with more security added and refresher training given to the ranger guide, some of these vices have been controlled.

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What is the cost of Kenya safari For A Family

The cost of Kenya safari with family is categorized into luxury, mid-range and basic. The composition of the Kenya family safari itinerary depends on the interests, choice of destinations to visit, number of days on safari, number of people travelling with and others.

The cost of the Kenya safari for a family includes the cost of logistics to support the safari such as accommodation costs, transport costs with vehicle hire, gas costs, ranger guide fees and others.

At Encounter Africa Safaris, our team of safari consultants are on ground to help you plan the best Kenya safari destinations with family, offer free advise on accommodations to choose and may others. We can tailor an itinerary to suit your needs and budget.

The low tourism season in Kenya that is March to May and November may provide a better chance for those with a limited budget to do a Kenya safari. The low tourism season may open better chance to receive discounts on some logistics that may be of high price in the peak season therefore some saving on holiday.

What are the guidelines for A Safari in Kenya

The main aim of the Kenya Wildlife Service is the preserve and protect the wildlife and there habitats. During the safari in Kenya, you must follow the guidelines given.

• Honor the speed limit while on game drive in the Kenya National game parks to prevent accidents on both the animals and the tourists. Driving off track is nor accepted unless with permission from Kenya Wildlife Service.
• Never disturb the wild animals by hooting at them as you may cause them to run away yet other tourists would like to have some moment with them just like you have. When you find them crossing stop and wait for them. Some of them may charge at you when you sound the vehicle horn which is dangerous.
• Donot come with dogs or other pets into the park as chances of getting infection from the wild animals or the pet may happen which is quite dangerous to conservation.
• Keep all your litter in your car like plastic wraps as these alter the nature of the environment where these animals thrive.
• Carrying ammunitions in the park is not accepted because you may be triggered to use it and kill the wild animals or any one in your company.
• Never pick flowers or trample on the vegetation in the parks as you destroy the environment where animals thrive. Donot pack anything from the park but just take pictures while on safari and leave only vehicle tyre prints.
• Retain all official receipts for verification at exit so that you are not inconvenienced
• All the park gate are open from 0700 hrs to 1900 hours

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