Good family holiday packages Kenya families actually want during August need one thing above everything else, room for kids to be kids without wrecking the adults’ holiday too.
- FromKES 18,000per adult sharing, safari van, low season school holiday
- Duration3 to 5 days, extendable
- StartsNairobi
- Best forFamilies with school age children traveling in August or a school break
- StyleFamily groups, any size
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August lines up with Kenya’s longest school break and the Great Migration season in the Mara, which makes it the busiest month on our calendar for family bookings. We build every one of our family holiday packages Kenya wide around child friendly lodges, shorter drive times and a mix of safari and beach days.
Below is a full price table by season and age, what a typical family itinerary looks like and the questions parents ask us most before booking a school holiday trip.
Highlights
- Timed around Kenya’s actual school holiday calendar, not guesswork
- Child rates and kids stay free deals at select partner hotels
- Safari van or Land Cruiser options depending on group size
- Combine a Mara migration safari with a coast extension
- Citizen and resident park fee rates shown separately
- Family rooms and interconnecting cottages prioritized at every stop
Day by day plan
- Day 1
Nairobi to the Mara
An early departure from Nairobi, arriving at your Mara camp by lunchtime with time for an afternoon game drive. Camps on this route are chosen specifically for family holiday packages Kenya parents keep rebooking, with pools and space for kids to unwind between drives.
- Day 2
Full day in the Mara
A relaxed dawn drive followed by a full day exploring the reserve at a pace that suits younger travelers, with breaks built in rather than a nonstop schedule. Most camps run a kids activity corner for downtime between game drives.
- Day 3
Mara to Nairobi, or on to the coast
A final morning game drive before the return drive to Nairobi, or a domestic flight connection if your family holiday packages Kenya itinerary continues to Diani or Mombasa for a beach extension.
Family Holiday Packages Kenya, August school holidays, per person sharing
| Traveler | Citizen rate | Resident rate | Non resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult sharing | KES 24,500 | KES 27,800 | USD 380 |
| Child 3 to 11 | KES 14,500 | KES 16,200 | USD 220 |
| Under 3 | Free | Free | Free |
| Single adult | KES 32,000 | KES 35,500 | USD 490 |
- Rates shown are August peak season, our lowest school holiday rates run Apr to Jun instead, roughly 20 percent below these figures.
- Van transport is the base rate, a Land Cruiser upgrade for the safari leg adds a per vehicle supplement, ask us for the exact figure.
- Beach extensions price separately by SGR class or flight, added to any of our family holiday packages Kenya wide on request.
- Citizen and resident park fees are shown as a separate itemised line in every written quote, non resident fees run notably higher.
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Included
- Return transport, safari van as standard, Land Cruiser on request
- Accommodation on full board or half board depending on property
- Citizen or resident park fees where your booking qualifies
- All game drives and activities listed in your specific itinerary
- A driver guide experienced with family groups and younger children
Not included
- International or domestic flights for a coast extension
- Alcoholic drinks and items of a personal nature
- Tips for your driver guide and lodge staff
- Optional add ons such as a hot air balloon flight
- Travel insurance
When Are Kenya’s School Holidays
Kenya’s school calendar runs 3 terms, with the longest break falling late May into July depending on the specific school, then a shorter break around late Oct into Nov and the festive break from around 10 Dec into early Jan.
August itself sits just before most schools reopen for third term, so many families treat late July into August as their main travel window. Our family holiday packages Kenya wide are built around exactly this pattern, since it is when we see the heaviest booking demand.
Do Kids Stay Free at Kenya’s Family Hotels
Yes, at a number of our partner properties children under 3 stay and eat free when sharing a room with 2 paying adults and several mid range coast and Mara properties extend a reduced child rate up to age 11 or 12.
We flag which specific hotels in your chosen family holiday packages Kenya itinerary offer this, since it varies noticeably property by property and is worth checking before you assume a blanket policy applies everywhere.
Which Family Holiday Packages Kenya Suits Teens vs Toddlers
Toddlers and younger children generally do best on shorter game drives with a pool break built into the middle of the day, plus a beach stop with calm, shallow water rather than open ocean swimming.
Teens usually handle a fuller Mara game drive schedule easily and often enjoy an add on activity like the Maasai Mara hot air balloon safari or a Lake Naivasha boat ride that younger siblings might find less exciting.
Combining the Mara Migration and the Coast in August
August sits right inside Great Migration season in the Mara, so many of our family holiday packages Kenya wide pair a 3 day Mara safari with a 4 or 5 day Diani or Mombasa beach stay for a fuller trip.
See our Diani beach holiday packages and Diani packages for residents pages for how the coast leg prices separately by SGR class or flight.
How Much Do Family Holiday Packages Kenya Cost in August
Our family holiday packages Kenya wide start from about KES 18,000 per adult sharing at budget season rates, rising to roughly KES 27,800 per adult in August peak, with child rates running noticeably lower.
See the full price table above for citizen, resident and non resident rates side by side and message us on WhatsApp for a combined quote once you add a beach extension.
What Age Is Best for a First Kenya Safari
Most camps and parks welcome children of any age, though several premium conservancies set a minimum age around 6 to 8 for game drives and closer to 12 for walking safaris or night drives.
We choose family friendly camps without strict age limits for younger children when we build your family holiday packages Kenya itinerary, so a toddler in your group never becomes a booking problem.
Ages 7 and up tend to get the most out of a game drive itself, old enough to sit still, follow a guide’s pointing finger and actually remember the trip afterward, while younger children often enjoy the camp, the pool and the animals wandering past the dining tent just as much as the drives.
Vehicle Choice for Family Groups
A safari van suits most families of 4 to 6 comfortably and keeps costs down, while a Land Cruiser upgrade gives extra legroom and a pop up roof for standing photos, worth it for larger families or a special trip.
See our Land Cruiser versus van guide for the full comparison before choosing which vehicle suits your family holiday packages Kenya booking best.
Booking Early for August
August is our busiest single month, so family friendly camps and the better value coast hotels fill up 6 to 8 weeks ahead, earlier still for the most popular mid range properties.
If your dates are fixed around a school calendar, book your family holiday packages Kenya trip as early as you can, since late availability tends to skew toward pricier upmarket rooms only.
We see a clear pattern every year, families who message us in May or June get first pick of the mid range camps with the best pools and family rooms, while families who wait until late July are often choosing between whichever rooms are left, usually either budget tier or a pricier upmarket option with little in between.
What to Pack for a Family Trip
Pack light layers for cool early mornings on safari, sun protection for both the Mara and the coast and a basic first aid kit with any regular children’s medication you rely on at home.
- Binoculars sized for smaller hands, most kids love having their own pair
- A reusable water bottle, refilled from the vehicle cooler each day
- Motion sickness tablets if your child is prone to car sickness on long drives
- A few quiet activities for the road, tablets or books for the longer transfer days
Money and Booking Notes for Residents
Citizen and resident rates require ID or a valid resident permit at check in for every traveler claiming that rate, shown as a separate line on every one of our family holiday packages Kenya quotes.
See our money and M Pesa guide if you are booking on behalf of visiting family and message us on WhatsApp with your dates, ages and budget for a full written quote.
Alternatives to a Mara Based Family Trip
Not every family wants a full Mara safari in August. A shorter, closer option is a Naivasha or Nanyuki weekend, both under 3 hours from Nairobi and easier on younger children who tire of long drives.
See our Naivasha getaway packages and weekend getaways from Nairobi pages for shorter family friendly options that still fit inside a school holiday window without a long travel day either direction.
Why Book Family Holiday Packages Kenya Through Us
We build every one of our family holiday packages Kenya wide around real child friendly properties we know personally, not just a generic listing pulled from a booking site and every price we quote is confirmed in writing before you pay a deposit.
Our drivers are used to family groups, comfortable adjusting pace for younger children and happy to stop for photo breaks or a bathroom stop that a purely business focused itinerary might skip. That difference matters more on a family trip than on almost any other kind of safari we run.
We also stay reachable on WhatsApp throughout your trip, not just during the booking stage, so if a flight shifts or a child feels unwell on the road, you have a real person to call rather than a call centre queue back home.
How to book your family holiday packages Kenya
Booking your family holiday packages Kenya with us takes about five minutes of your time. The rest is our job. Here is exactly what happens, step by step, so there are no surprises along the way.
- Send your dates. Message us on WhatsApp with your travel dates, how many people are coming and the ages of any children. Tell us if you have a budget in mind. We plan with it, not around it.
- Get a written quote. We reply with a clear price per person, what it includes and what it does not. No hidden park fees and no vague extras. If a cheaper camp or a shorter route makes more sense, we say so.
- Tweak it until it fits. Change a camp, add a night or swap a park. Ask as many questions as you like. Changes cost nothing until you confirm.
- Confirm with a deposit. A deposit holds your vehicle, guide and rooms. You get a written confirmation with every detail and the date the balance is due.
- Travel day. Your driver guide meets you at your hotel or the airport with a name board. You have their number and ours for the whole trip.
What every trip with us includes
Every family holiday packages Kenya plan we put together comes with the basics done properly. You ride in a safari vehicle with a pop up roof, with a professional driver guide who knows the parks. Water is in the cooler box and park fees are sorted in advance so you do not stand in a queue at the gate.
We also stay reachable. If something changes on the road, a flat tyre, a closed route or a sudden storm, we sort it and keep you posted on WhatsApp.
Paying safely
We share payment details in writing only and every payment gets a receipt. The payment options and the balance date sit on your written quote, so nothing is left to memory or a phone call.
Why book with a Nairobi team
We live here. We drive these roads all year, we know which camps are honest about their photos and we know when a park is too busy to enjoy. That local knowledge is what turns a good family holiday packages Kenya into a great one. Our Google rating sits at 5.0 from 46 reviews and we plan to keep it that way.
Ready when you are. Send us a message and we will put a plan together for you shortly.
Questions people ask
When are the Kenyan school holidays?
Kenya runs 3 school terms, with the longest break from late May into July, a shorter break around late Oct into Nov and the festive break from mid Dec into early Jan. August sits just before third term begins, making it a heavy travel month.
Do kids stay free?
At several of our partner properties, children under 3 stay and eat free sharing with 2 paying adults, with a reduced child rate up to age 11 or 12 at many mid range coast and Mara hotels. We flag this per property in your quote.
Which packages are best for teens vs toddlers?
Toddlers do best with shorter game drives and a pool break, plus calm, shallow water at the coast. Teens usually enjoy a fuller Mara schedule and add ons like a hot air balloon flight or a Lake Naivasha boat ride.
Can we combine the Mara migration and the coast in August?
Yes, August sits inside Great Migration season, so many families pair a 3 day Mara safari with a Diani or Mombasa beach stay. See our Diani beach holiday packages page for how the coast leg prices separately.
How much do family holiday packages Kenya cost in August?
From about KES 18,000 per adult sharing in low season, rising to roughly KES 27,800 per adult in August peak. Child rates run noticeably lower and non resident rates are shown separately in USD.
How far ahead should we book an August trip?
6 to 8 weeks ahead for family friendly camps and better value coast hotels, since August is our busiest single month. Late availability tends to skew toward pricier upmarket rooms only.
Is a safari van or Land Cruiser better for families?
A safari van suits most families of 4 to 6 comfortably at a lower cost. A Land Cruiser upgrade gives extra legroom and a pop up roof for photos, worth it for larger families or a special occasion trip.
What is not included in the price?
Flights for a coast extension, alcoholic drinks, tips, optional add ons like a balloon flight and travel insurance. Everything else is itemised clearly in the includes list on every family holiday packages Kenya quote we send.
Official information: Magical Kenya official tourism board.
Ready when you are. Send your dates and group size. We reply with a clear price and a plan you can change.
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