Why plan a Kenya safari with Encounter Africa Safaris

Plan your Kenya safari with Encounter Africa Safaris for all the expert Knowledge, guidance, and diverse knowledge about the country and the different safari destinations. Encounter Africa Safaris is home to professionalism, has over decades of organising safaris to Kenya and is a reputable company that comes highly recommended. Kenya safaris involve a lot of planning that needs to be done in advance, and this is where we come in to help. We help our clients plan their safari and help them have a stress-free safari. Below are the reasons why you should plan your Kenya Safaris with Encounter Africa Safaris.

Why plan your Kenyan safari with us

1. We have a professional team

The Encounter Africa Safaris team is made up of professionals who value every client who comes through for a safari. We are a fully registered company with the Uganda Tour Operators Association (AUTO) and operate in the East African community, including Kenya. The travel consultants who will answer all your queries and plan your itinerary to Kenya are very professional and will make sure that you have a well-planned and enjoyable Kenya safari. Our driver guides are professional throughout the safari, making sure that you are comfortable and enjoy your journey to and from the safari destinations within the country while explaining and answering the various questions that you might have.

Encounter Africa Safaris is also committed to providing good customer service and satisfactory services to all their clients, and this is done by understanding the needs of the clients, placing their ideas first and advising them on what will work out for them during the Kenyan Safari. All the safaris that we plan for our clients ensure that the clients get exactly what they want from the safari.

The moment you get in touch with us at Encounter Africa Safaris, our professional travel consultant will get in touch with you and cater to all your needs. Send out inquiries, and our team will always be ready to help with the planning of the Kenyan safari and also provide as much information as needed so that you make the right choice.

2. Encounter is the master of customised safaris

A good Kenyan safari comes with a good customised safari, and Encounter Africa Safaris has itineraries that fit every client’s needs. Our designed safari packages are not only planned by our tour consultants but with the help of our clients, we come up with the best itineraries. The travel consultants at Encounter will work closely with you, putting your needs and budget into consideration leading to a well-planned and coordinated Kenya Safari.

When you get involved in planning the Kenya Safari with Encounter Africa Safaris, it helps us understand your personal preferences when it comes to safari services like safari activities, destinations, accommodation and transport. It helps us understand what you really need for your Kenya safari

There are three categories of Kenya safaris, and these are budget, mid-range and luxury safari. Before you decide on the type of customised safari you want to go with, confirm with us about the itinerary and make sure that all payments are made in advance.

The factors that affect the type of safari you can have in Kenya include accommodation and the type of transport used.

Contact us and have open communication with us to effectively plan the perfect customised safari itineraries for a Kenya safari.

3. Expertise and experience in organising a Kenyan safari

Encounter Africa Safaris recommends Kenya as one of the best safari destinations in Africa for all first-time wildlife viewers looking for an adventure. Kenya is home to the big five, you get an incredible insight into native cultures when you visit Kenya and get to explore all that the country has to offer. Luckily, we are here with the right information to help you plan the best Kenya safari on your next trip. Below are some of the reasons why you need to visit Kenya for your next safari.

To watch the wildebeest migration: The wildebeest migration is the top tourist attraction in Kenya and is done in the Masai Mara National Reserve, found at the border of Kenya and Tanzania. The Reserve, which was named after the Masai People and their ecosystem, hosts the largest animal migration in the world. The reserve receives over 290000 tourists per year and the best time is from July to October when the gazelles, wildebeests and zebras cross the Mara River from Serengeti in Tanzania into Kenya. The National Reserve is also home to over 95 animal species and 570 bird species. Stay connected with the local community of the Maasai people who live around the Masai Mara and enjoy the beautiful landscape.

Enjoy game drives: Kenya is home to several national parks that are home to different wildlife species. These national parks are all unique offering game drives to tourists throughout the year. Kenya’s national parks that are worth visiting include Amboseli National known for the large herds of elephants, Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Nairobi National Park, Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park, Arabuko-Sokoke National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Hell’s Gate National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park home to the lesser and greater flamingos, and Meru National Park among others.

Explore the beaches and Islands: Kenya is home to numerous beaches that are worth visiting at any time of the year. A visit to one of the beaches in Kenya is the best way to relax after a long game drive. Some of the beaches that are worth visiting in Kenya include the Che Shale Beach, Watamu beaches, explore the Island of Lamu, where you get to visit Lamu Fort and Museum, visit Manda Island, and Pate Island, home to Siyu town.

Visit the Wildlife Conservancy: Kenya is home to several wildlife conservancies that are home to a wide range of wildlife species that are worth visiting. The different wildlife conservancies in Kenya include the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy where Rhinos are found and the Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Other safari destinations that are worth visiting include the Siawa Swamp National Park, Eldoret, Shimba Hills National Reserve, Kisumu Town and the museum, Kakamega Forest Reserve, Lake Victoria, Lake Naivasha and Fort Jesus among others.

4. Prioritises comfort and safety

Encounter Africa Safaris focuses more on the comfort and safety of their clients making it the right choice when planning a Kenya safari. Kenyan safaris require a lot of attention and planning, but note that there are scammers, and to be vigilant, contact us for a Kenyan safari adventure. When planning a safari to Kenya, we look at the different aspects that make up the safari and some of these include transport, accommodation and the safety of the safari destination. All this is put into consideration when planning a Kenya safari.

We are more vigilant when it comes to accommodation and this is why we have partnered with numerous accommodation facilities in all categories (budget, mid-range and luxury) that we know are secure for our clients to not only cater to all categories of tourists and their budgets but to make sure that clients and their properties are safe throughout their stay in Kenya.

We also provide 4x4 safari vehicles, with full service, well-maintained for proper and safe travels along the Kenyan roads. Our guides are familiar with the roads and the locality ensuring that you are safe throughout your safari in Kenya.

For safety, we also ensure that the different activities that are planned are safe for all tourists visiting the country throughout the year. We also offer advice to our clients to avoid travelling alone, especially at night, to avoid theft and attacks from the wrong groups of people.

5. Encounter Africa Safaris promotes sustainable tourism

Sustainable Tourism in Kenya is the policy for the Kenyan government to conserve the wildlife's natural habitats and other tourist safari destinations, and Encounter Africa Safaris ensures that they promote sustainable tourism practices. When planning Kenya safaris for their clients, they follow the rules during game drives and also support the local communities that live around the national park through infrastructure development like hospitals, roads, supporting the education sector of the local communities and purchase of souvenirs which act as a source of income to the locals.

Trust Encounter Africa Safaris for sustainable tourism practices while at the same time having an unforgettable safari experience across the country.

6. Encounter Africa Safaris offers advice to clients.

Trust Encounter Africa Safaris to not only organise your Kenya safari, but they will also give you all the necessary safari advice that is needed so that you can make the right decision when it comes to accommodation, the safari destinations, the rules to follow, when to visit, what to bring and transport among others. Our Tour consultants have experience and knowledge to provide the best safari advice for the best Kenya safari for our clients.

What to pack: This is one of the most important things that all tourists need to put into consideration when it comes to planning a Kenya safari, and Encounter Africa Safaris has the list of essential items that are necessary for your safari. The different items that you can pack for this safari include neutral colored clothes, hike boots, comfortable outdoor shoes, a backpack to carry your daily essentials which include insect repellent, sunscreen, bottled water, snacks, a camera, extra batteries, memory cards and lenses, a pair of binoculars, a flash light, a recognition book, first aid kit, a portable adapter, sweater, waterproof raincoat and cash for personal purchases and tips. Pack light because of the weight limit.

The cost of the Kenya safari: As we help you plan your safari to Kenya, we will also provide numerous options that you can choose from to match your budget and these are budget safaris, mid-range and luxury safaris. We provide these options with factors that can affect the cost of the safari and leave the final decision in your hands. As a heads up, the cost of the Kenya safari can be affected by several factors (these determine whether you are going to have the a budget-friendly or luxury safari) include the number of days you plan on spending on the safari, the type of accommodation chosen, the size of the safari group, the type of transport chosen, personal purchases and the activities chosen for the safari. These can either lead to a budget, mid-range or luxury Kenya Safari with us.

For more information about the cost of the safari, get in touch with us at Encounter Africa Safaris.

When to go: Encounter advises clients on when to visit Kenya, depending on what they plan to engage/in while on a Kenyan Safari. Kenya Safaris can be carried out throughout the year but the best time to travel is from June to September and December to February. During this period, the wildlife, especially animals, can easily be spotted during a game drive because of the thinning of the vegetation, and they also gather around the watering holes in search of water. The roads within the national park are also easy to navigate during the dry season.

The wet season, which is from March to May and October to November, is a good time to go for birding and the best time for tourists travelling on a low budget. If you don’t mind the rains and the few crowds, this is the best time to visit Kenya on your safari.

7. Encounter Africa Safaris is all about unforgettable safari experiences

Kenya, as a country, has a lot to offer to tourists, ranging from national parks, reserves, museums, to beaches, and the best way to enjoy all this is by getting in touch with us at Encounter Africa Safaris to plan your safari. We have fun-filled itineraries that will take you from one safari destination to the next in the specified amount of time. With the help of Encounter Africa Safaris, you are assured of enjoying your well-planned custom itineraries.