Kenya is a superb African destination thanks to the diverse array of activities it has to offer families. This country boasts a plentiful population of elephant, lion, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros for your family to behold. Additionally, children of all ages are welcome at most safari camps throughout Kenya. The game viewing experience at many of these lodges includes transportation that’s provided in closed minibuses made with roof viewing hatches. This type of game-viewing transportation is considerably safer for children than the open-style vehicles used in South Africa.

Families traveling with toddlers should consider customizing their transportation by renting a personal vehicle if nap times will be a concern. This way, you won’t have to stress over having to return to the lodge at an inconvenient time so you can fully enjoy your family day trip journeys into the African bush.

Kenya has more diversity to offer families than other African countries

Because Kenya has more diversity to offer families than other African countries, you can get creative with how you plan your day-to-day activities here. In addition to the wonderful game-viewing, Kenya is where your family can also delight in a charming local atmosphere. Consider planning a local guided city tour of places like Nairobi, Mombasa, Watamu, and Lamu. Or you can plan a cultural visit to one of the local villages for immersion into the captivating native Maasai and Samburu tribes.

You could try a camel safari

Another fun option to weave into your family safari itinerary is a camel trek in dry, Northern Kenya. This is becoming an increasingly popular way to see local wildlife and explore the region’s scenic wilderness. Camels with saddles are generally used for these types of tours, and the local guides make sure the trained camels move at a safe and relaxed pace throughout the bush.

Nairobi has a lot to offer

Nairobi is home to an elephant orphanage as well as the famous Giraffe sanctuary. Your children can delight in coming into very close contact with giraffes for an unforgettably fun interactive experience. During your visit to the elephant nursery, your children will get to learn more about every elephant’s heartwarming rescue stories before watching the baby elephants arrive for their midday feeding and mud bath.

When to visit?

The best time to visit Kenya for your family safari is during the dry months from July to October and from January through March. These dry periods are not only ideal for game viewing, but also safer than the rainy seasons when Malaria risk is a concern.