Create unforgettable family memories with Facile Safaris on a 7-day child-friendly safari holiday in Kenya, designed to delight kids and parents with safe wildlife adventures and engaging cultural experiences. This tour takes families through Nairobi’s interactive animal encounters, Amboseli National Park’s gentle game drives with elephant herds, Tsavo West National Park’s scenic wonders, and Diani Beach’s relaxing coastal fun, offering activities like giraffe feeding, Maasai craft workshops, and beach games. With expert family-friendly guides, comfortable mid-range accommodations, and kid-focused itineraries, Kenya family safaris by Facile Safaris ensure a fun, educational journey filled with Kenya’s wildlife and warm hospitality.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Animal Adventures Begin
Your family safari starts as you arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where a Facile Safaris guide welcomes you and transfers you to the family-friendly Nairobi Tented Camp, nestled in Nairobi National Park. After settling into spacious tents, visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where kids can watch baby elephants being fed and learn about conservation through interactive talks. Enjoy a relaxed dinner at the camp, with kid-friendly options like pasta and grilled chicken, surrounded by the sounds of the nearby park, exciting young explorers.
Day 2: Nairobi – Giraffes and City Fun
After breakfast, head to the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi, where children can feed endangered Rothschild’s giraffes from a raised platform, guided by educators who share fun animal facts. Visit the Nairobi National Park for a short, family-safe game drive, spotting zebras and ostriches in open vehicles with kid-friendly guides. Return to Nairobi Tented Camp for a picnic lunch, followed by an afternoon craft session where kids make simple Maasai-inspired beadwork. Savor a family dinner under the stars, with stories of the day’s animal encounters sparking excitement.
Day 3: Nairobi to Amboseli – Elephants and Kilimanjaro
Travel by private vehicle to Amboseli National Park, famous for its elephant herds and Mount Kilimanjaro views, a scenic drive perfect for family games. Check into the family-oriented Kibo Safari Camp, offering spacious tents with kid-friendly amenities. Join a gentle afternoon game drive, spotting elephants and flamingos, with your guide using binoculars to engage children in wildlife spotting. Enjoy a family barbecue dinner at the camp, with a campfire storytelling session about Maasai legends, keeping kids entertained under Amboseli’s starry sky.
Day 4: Amboseli to Tsavo West – Scenic Safari Wonders
After breakfast, journey to Tsavo West National Park, known for its dramatic landscapes and diverse wildlife. Check into the cozy Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, featuring family rooms and a pool. Visit the Mzima Springs, where kids can watch fish and hippos through an underwater viewing chamber, guided by a ranger with child-friendly explanations. In the afternoon, enjoy a short game drive, spotting buffalo and birds like the African skimmer. Savor a buffet dinner with kid-friendly dishes, with the lodge’s waterhole views thrilling young adventurers.
Day 5: Tsavo West to Diani Beach – Coastal Relaxation
Travel to Diani Beach on Kenya’s south coast, a perfect spot for family relaxation. Check into the family-friendly Leopard Beach Resort, offering suites with ocean views and a kids’ club. Spend the afternoon at the beach, where children can build sandcastles, swim in calm waters, or join a supervised seashell collecting walk. Parents can relax by the pool while kids enjoy a hotel-run craft workshop making kites. Enjoy a seafood dinner by the beach, with mocktails for kids and Kenyan dishes like coconut fish curry for adults.
Day 6: Diani Beach – Ocean and Cultural Fun
Wake to Diani’s turquoise waters and enjoy a family breakfast overlooking the Indian Ocean. Join a guided glass-bottom boat ride, where kids can marvel at colorful coral reefs and fish, with marine guides explaining ocean life. In the afternoon, visit a nearby Swahili village for a cultural experience, where families learn to cook a traditional dish like pilau and kids try basic Swahili phrases. Return to Leopard Beach Resort for beach games like volleyball, followed by a family pizza night, keeping the mood light and fun.
Day 7: Diani Beach to Nairobi – Farewell to Kenya
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Leopard Beach Resort, with time for a final morning swim or a family nature walk to spot colobus monkeys in Diani’s coastal forest. Fly from Diani’s Ukunda Airstrip to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport, a short domestic flight arranged by Facile Safaris. Arrive in Nairobi for a farewell lunch at a family-friendly restaurant, savoring Kenyan dishes like ugali and nyama choma, reflecting on your safari and beach adventures. A Facile Safaris representative transfers you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, leaving you with memories of Kenya’s wonders, courtesy of Facile Safaris Kenya.
Estimated Price for 2 Adults Sharing
The estimated cost for this 7-day family safari with Facile Safaris is $5,800 for two adults sharing, based on double occupancy. This includes family-friendly accommodations (Nairobi Tented Camp, Kibo Safari Camp, Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, Leopard Beach Resort), daily breakfast, select lunches and dinners, all ground transfers, one domestic flight (Diani to Nairobi), park fees, guided safaris, cultural activities, and kid-friendly programs with expert guides. Prices exclude international flights, additional meals, personal expenses, and child rates (available upon request, typically discounted for children under 12). Rates are subject to availability and may vary by season; contact Facile Safaris for a tailored quote, including family pricing.
