These safari destinations in East Africa are the places we send travellers every season. Each one has its own character, wildlife and best time to visit.
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Kenya gives you the Maasai Mara, Amboseli with Kilimanjaro views, the flamingo lakes and wild Tsavo. Tanzania adds the Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Uganda and Rwanda add mountain gorillas.
Pick a destination below to see prices, routes and the trips that go there.
Safari destinations in East Africa: compare every option
| Option | Length | From |
|---|---|---|
| Great Migration Safaris 2026/2027 (Kenya and Tanzania) | 5 to 8 days, peak season | USD 1,450 |
| Maasai Mara safari prices | Varies | Ask us |
| Amboseli safari | 3 days | USD 850 |
| Lake Nakuru and Naivasha safari | 3 days | USD 790 |
| Tsavo East and West safari | 3 days | USD 790 |
| Tanzania Safaris from Nairobi: Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire | 6 to 10 days depending on route | USD 1,950 |
| Tanzania safari packages and prices | Varies | Ask us |
| Gorilla Trekking Tours from Nairobi (Uganda and Rwanda) | 3 to 6 days | USD 1,650 |
| Uganda gorilla trekking cost | Varies | Ask us |
| Mount Kenya Climbing Packages 2026 (All Routes) | 4 to 5 days | USD 850 |
| Kilimanjaro climbing cost | Varies | Ask us |
| Diani Beach Holiday Packages 2026/2027 | 4 to 7 nights | USD 480 |
| Watamu and Malindi Holiday Packages | 4 to 7 nights | USD 480 |
| Lamu Island Holiday Packages | 3 to 5 days, flexible | USD 480 |
| Zanzibar beach and safari | 5 days | USD 990 |
- Guide prices per person sharing. Your exact price is confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before you pay.
How to choose the right safari destinations in East Africa
For big cats and the migration, the Maasai Mara and the Serengeti lead the list of safari destinations in East Africa.
For elephants with a mountain behind them, go to Amboseli. For rhinos and flamingos, go to Lake Nakuru. For space and red elephants, go to Tsavo.
For gorillas, fly to Bwindi in Uganda or Volcanoes in Rwanda. For mountains, climb Mount Kenya or Kilimanjaro.
For the beach, finish on the Kenyan coast or in Zanzibar.
Every one of our safari destinations in East Africa explained
- Great Migration Safaris 2026/2027 (Kenya and Tanzania). A great migration safari from USD 1,450 per person, Mara river crossings included. Kenya and Tanzania options. Book easily on WhatsApp.
- Maasai Mara safari prices.
- Amboseli safari.
- Lake Nakuru and Naivasha safari.
- Tsavo East and West safari.
- Tanzania Safaris from Nairobi: Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire. Plan a Tanzania safari from Nairobi to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro or Tarangire, by road or air. Compare routes and prices on WhatsApp.
- Tanzania safari packages and prices.
- Gorilla Trekking Tours from Nairobi (Uganda and Rwanda). Book gorilla trekking from Nairobi to Uganda or Rwanda. Prices from USD 1,650 per person, permits included. Get a quote on WhatsApp today.
- Uganda gorilla trekking cost.
- Mount Kenya Climbing Packages 2026 (All Routes). Mount Kenya climbing packages from USD 850 per person, all routes, guide and fees included. Point Lenana summit. Book on WhatsApp today.
- Kilimanjaro climbing cost.
- Diani Beach Holiday Packages 2026/2027. Compare Diani beach holiday packages from USD 480 per person for 4 nights. Flights, hotels and add on safaris included. Book on WhatsApp today.
- Watamu and Malindi Holiday Packages. Watamu holiday packages from USD 480 per person, marine park and beach included. Compare hotels and prices, then book easily on WhatsApp today.
- Lamu Island Holiday Packages. Our Lamu holiday packages start from USD 480 per person, flight inclusive, covering Shela beach and the old town. Book on WhatsApp today.
- Zanzibar beach and safari.
How to book your safari destinations in East Africa
Booking your safari destinations in East Africa 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 safari destinations in East Africa 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 safari destinations in East Africa 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
What are the best safari destinations in East Africa?
The Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Tsavo, Samburu and Bwindi for gorillas are the top picks.
Is Kenya or Tanzania better for a safari?
Both are excellent. Kenya is easier to reach from Nairobi and often better value for short trips. Tanzania has bigger parks and the crater. Many travellers do both.
Where can I see the Great Migration?
In the Maasai Mara from about July to October and in the Serengeti for the rest of the year, with calving in the south around February.
Where can I see gorillas?
Mountain gorillas live in Bwindi and Mgahinga in Uganda and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. We run trips from Nairobi.
How many destinations can I visit in a week?
Three is comfortable. For example the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli in seven days by road.
Which destination is best for families?
Lake Nakuru, Naivasha and the Maasai Mara are family favourites, with shorter drives and child friendly camps.
Still deciding? Tell us your dates, group size and budget. We suggest the best fit and send a clear price.
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