Weekend Getaways
Whether you are an expat living and working in Nairobi, visiting friends or family in Kenya or simply want a short safari, we have lots of options for you. The Masai Mara, Amboseli and Lake Nakuru National Parks are all easy weekend breaks from Nairobi, while Samburu and the Aberdares further afield make a fantastic trip for a long weekend you will love.
The Maasai Mara Game Reserve is a compulsory sight for those looking to experience the best that Kenya has to offer, especially during the well-known Great Wildebeest Migration.
Tented Camp (with en suite) (price per person):
2 people US$325
3 people US$265
4+ people US$235
Includes transport to and from Nairobi, game drives, and full board accommodation in a tented camp.
Park fees not included - US$80 per non-resident; 1200 Kenyan shillings per resident
You might want to add one of the following experiences to your trip:
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Bush breakfast, lunch and/or dinner
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Sundowners
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Nature walks
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Ballooning
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Spa treatments
Lake Nakuru National Park is regarded as a "bird-watcher's paradise" and is famous for its high population of greater and lesser flamingos. The campsite and lodge are both located inside the park.
Camping (price per person):
2 people US$335
3 people US$270
4-6 people US$235
7+ people US$215
Includes all transport to and from Nairobi plus game drives, accommodation, meals (2 x lunch, 1 x breakfast, 1 x dinner), bottled water.
Park fees not included - USD$60 per non-resident; 1030 Kenyan shillings per resident
These two destinations are commonly known for the rarer species found in Kenya. The Samburu culture and dances offer visitors interesting insight into this northern tribe.
Camping (price per person):
2 people US$525
3 people US$415
4-7 people US$350
8+ people US$305
Includes transport to and from Nairobi, game drives, and full board accommodation.
Park fees not included -
Aberdares US$52 per non-resident; 1030 KES per resident
Samburu US$70 per non-resident; 1000 KES per resident
You might want to add one of the following experiences to your trip:
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Camel safari
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Walking
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Bush breakfast
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Bush dinner
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Sundowners
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Samburu manyatta visit
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Massage
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Visit a local primary school
The shadow of Kilimanjaro in Amboseli and Tsavo hovers over this safari, providing a superb experience for guests. Experience a mix of environments with different species.
Camping (price per person):
2 people US$475
3 people US$355
4-7 people US$300
8+ people US$250
Tented Camp (price per person):
2-3 people US$605
4-7 people US$455
8+ people US$420
Includes transport to and from Nairobi, game drives, and full board accommodation.
Park fees not included -
Amboseli US$60 per non-resident; 1030 Kenyan shillings per resident
Tsavo US$52 per non-resident; 1030 Kenyan shillings per resident
Amboseli NP is renowned for its huge herds of free-ranging African elephants. The elephant is the largest land animal on earth and Amboseli bulls have some of the largest tusks of all elephants in Africa.
Camping (price per person):
2 people US$305
3 people US$225
4-6 people US$190
7+ people US$170
Tented Camp (with en suite) (price per person):
2 people US$330
3 people US$300
4+ people US$245
Includes transport to and from Nairobi, game drives, and full board accommodation.
Park fees not included - US$60 per non-resident; 1030 Kenyan shillings per resident
Depart in the early afternoon and drive approximately 150km to the Magadi Community Eco-Tourism Project. Our entry fees pay for the nearby salt company to transport fresh water to the community and for students in the community to go to university. We will arrive in the late afternoon as the sun begins to fade, making it the perfect temperature to enjoy the Hot Springs. We camp by the springs and can bathe under the stars as our campfire crackles close by. The next morning, after a final dip, we return to Nairobi.
Price per person: 21,450 Kenyan Shillings (minimum 2 people)
Inclusions:
Transport between your accommodation and Magadi Hot Springs
Dinner and breakfast
Entry and camping fees for the Magadi Community Eco-Tourism Project
Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
Not Included:
Travel insurance
Visas for Kenya (Approximately $50, to be confirmed by you for your nationality)
Additional optional activities
Tips or gratuities
Camping (price per person):
2 people US$420
3 people US$315
4-7 people US$290
8+ people US$265
Includes transport to and from Nairobi, game drives, Maasai village visit and full board accommodation.
Park fees not included - US$160 per non-resident; 2400 Kenyan shillings per resident
You might want to add one of the following experiences to your trip:
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Bush breakfast, lunch and/or dinner
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Sundowners
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Nature walks
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Ballooning
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Spa treatments
Combining these two destinations in one safari allows to experience the best of Kenya and give you a safari you will never forget.
Camping (price per person):
2 people US$500
3 people US$385
4-6 people US$330
7+ people US$305
Includes transport to and from Nairobi, game drives, and full board accommodation.
Park fees not included -
Nakuru US$60 per non-resident; 1030 Kenyan shillings per resident
Maasai Mara USD80 per non-resident; 1200 Kenyan shillings per resident
You might want to add one of the following experiences to your trip:
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Bush breakfast, lunch and/or dinner
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Sundowners
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Nature walks
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Ballooning
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Spa treatments
Meru National Park in the northern part of Kenya is one of Kenya's least visited parks. Enjoy a weekend off the beaten path.
Tented Camp (price per person):
2 people US$440
3 people US$355
4-5 people US$305
6+ people US$260
Includes transport to and from Nairobi, game drives, and full board accommodation.
Park fees not included - USD$52 per non-resident; 1030 Kenyan shillings per resident per day
We've been on two separate tours with OTA. First we went to Sweetwaters Tented Camp in Ol Pejeta Conservancy. We had a great trip, Francis was a very knowledgeable guide and everything was taken care of. And they were absolutely the cheapest offer we got for the exact same trip.
Second time we went to Lake Naivasha and stayed at Simba lodges. Again OTA was the cheapest. This time we had Tracey as our guide. She was super helpful and made sure we had a great trip.
- Bo, Denmark
Weekend trips in Kenya, March 2015