Kenya Safari Packages from Canada
One easy connection from Canada, then the Rift Valley. Tailor-made Big Five safaris across the Masai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, arranged and run by the Nairobi company itself. Every itinerary is quoted individually in Canadian dollars.
Top Pick for Canadian Travellers
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Nairobi
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Ol Pejeta Conservancy
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Lake Naivasha
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Maasai Mara National Reserve
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Serengeti National Park
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Ngorongoro Crater
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Zanzibar Island
Getting to Kenya from Canada
Nobody flies Canada to Nairobi non-stop, so every Canadian safari starts with one connection. The smoothest routings go via Europe (London, Amsterdam, Paris) or the Gulf (Doha, Dubai) — from Toronto, expect around 16–20 hours in total.
Entry is simple: Canadian citizens apply online for Kenya’s electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before departure. Every itinerary is quoted individually in Canadian dollars, and as a Nairobi owner-operator we run your trip on the ground — no Canadian reseller in the middle.
Nairobi is eight hours ahead of Toronto and eleven ahead of Vancouver, so a message sent in your evening is usually answered overnight.
Why Canadian Travellers Choose Kenya
Wildlife Safari
Kenya is a premier destination for safari enthusiasts, offering iconic parks like the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, and Tsavo. Witness the majestic Great Migration, the Big Five, and breathtaking landscapes.
Cultural Richness
With over 40 ethnic groups, Kenya's cultural diversity is profound. Engage with the Maasai, Samburu, and Kikuyu communities to understand their traditions, from beadwork to pastoralist lifestyles.
Rift Valley Landscapes
Explore the stunning vistas of the Great Rift Valley, home to lakes Nakuru and Naivasha, and marvel at the flamingo flocks and rhino sanctuaries, offering a blend of geological beauty and wildlife.
Marine Wonders
The Kenyan coast, including the Watamu Marine National Park, offers exceptional snorkeling and diving experiences, showcasing vibrant coral reefs, sea turtles, and a plethora of marine life.
Birdwatching Havens
Kenya is a birdwatcher's paradise, with over 1,000 species. The Rift Valley lakes, coastal areas, and national parks are prime spots for sighting flamingos, eagles, and the rare shoebill stork.
Cultural Events
Participate in the Lamu Cultural Festival or the Mombasa Carnival to experience Kenya's coastal culture, featuring dhow races, traditional dances, and Swahili poetry, celebrating the rich heritage.
Artisan Markets
Discover unique African crafts, textiles, and jewelry at Nairobi's Maasai Market or the Kitengela Hot Glass studio, where local artisans showcase their creativity and skills.
Conservation Efforts
Engage with conservation projects like the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Nairobi or the Giraffe Centre, where you can learn about and contribute to the preservation of endangered species and their habitats.
Top Parks in Kenya
Top Experiences in Kenya
Recommended Kenya & Tanzania Holidays
Most Popular Categories
Tour Duration
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Where to stay
Kibo Safari Camp
- Amboseli, Kenya
Activities travelers enjoyed:
Safari Game Drives, Bird Watching, Balloon Safaris, Bush Sundowners, Cultural Interactions
Tulia Amboseli Safari Camp
- Amboseli, Kenya
Activities travelers enjoyed:
Cultural tours, Balloon Safaris, Game drives (Day & Night), Bush walks, Bush breakfast, Sundowner, Private dinner
Amboseli Serena Lodge
- Amboseli, Kenya
Activities travelers enjoyed:
Bubbly sundowner at Observation Hill, Bush BBQ Dinner, Game drives, Nature walk, Birding Safaris, Cultural talk, Wildlife Movies, Tree Planting.
Ol Tukai Lodge
- Amboseli, Kenya
Activities travelers enjoyed:
Spa, Game drives, Maasai village visit, Bird Walk, Swimming, Tree planting, Table tennis, Kids club.
Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
- Amboseli, Kenya
Activities travelers enjoyed:
Game drives, Guide walks, Swimming, Bush breakfast and Sundowners, Massages, Cultural visits, Wedding and honeymoon
Tawi Lodge
- Amboseli, Kenya
Activities travelers enjoyed:
Game drives, Cultural visit, Bush Walk, Bush Meals, Sundowners, Calmel Walks, Hot air balloon safari.
When To Go
Best Time
June to October and January and February
High Season
June to October and December to March
Low Season
Best Weather
Worst Weather
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Send us your dates and your party and a Nairobi-based specialist will write back with a tailored, no-obligation itinerary and a quote in Canadian dollars, normally within one working day.
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How we handle the Canadian dollar
East African safari costs are set in US dollars. Park and conservancy fees are published in USD, lodges and camps contract in USD, and internal flights are sold in USD. That is not a preference on our side, it is how the supply chain works.
So any Canadian-dollar figure you see from any operator, including us, is a conversion rather than a fixed price. What matters is how honestly that conversion is handled:
- We show you the underlying US-dollar figure next to the Canadian one, so you can see what is being converted and at what rate.
- We do not publish quote validity periods, accepted payment methods or a deposit schedule on this page. Ask us to confirm all three in writing before any money moves.
- We do not revisit a confirmed booking because the rate moved, in either direction.
- If your card issuer applies a foreign-transaction fee, that is between you and your bank — ask us for the USD figure and check what your card charges on it.
Quoted individually
We do not publish a Canadian headline price, because a converted number that goes stale is worse than no number at all. Send us your dates and party and you get a written quote in USD with the CAD equivalent shown at the rate on the day.
What the ten-day route actually looks like
Three landscapes, two countries
The Masai Mara in Kenya, then across the border to the Serengeti, then down into the Ngorongoro Crater. Each is a different kind of country — open rolling grassland, endless plain, and a collapsed volcanic caldera with its own resident population — which is why the combination reads so much better than any one of them alone.
What is in the quote
Park and conservancy fees for both countries, lodge and camp accommodation on full board, a private 4×4 and driver-guide for the whole route, all ground transfers, the border crossing handled for you, and meet-and-greet at Nairobi. Not included: international airfare, the Kenya eTA and Tanzania e-visa, insurance, gratuities and personal spending.
Give it the days it deserves
Because a Canadian departure means a long time in the air with at least one connection, we push back on itineraries that try to see all three in under nine days. If your leave allows it, twelve to fourteen days — or a Zanzibar or Diani coast extension — makes the flying arithmetic work far better.
Nairobi is eight hours ahead of Toronto
Kenya sits on UTC+3 all year and does not change clocks, so the gap is eight hours from Eastern time in winter and seven in summer, and eleven from Vancouver in winter. Send an enquiry at the end of your day and the reply is normally waiting when you wake.
Timing a safari around the Canadian year
| Canadian window | Season in East Africa | Why it works, or does not |
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| Summer break | Peak dry season | The Mara River crossings, and the easiest weather. Also the busiest and most expensive, and the camps that matter go early. |
| Thanksgiving and October | Late dry season | A short window that Canadians under-use. Excellent predator activity, thinning crowds, and better camp availability than August. |
| Winter holidays (December–January) | Short green season | The strongest argument for a Canadian safari: leaving a January cold snap for the green plains. Warm, lush and good for birding, with the crater at its best. |
| March break | Calving season | Half a million wildebeest calves in the southern Serengeti and the predators that follow them. Dates differ by province and board, which is why we ask for yours rather than assuming. |
| April–May | Long rains | We will tell you if your dates fall here. Some conservancies still deliver, but the open plains can be hard going and we would rather move you than sell you a poor trip. |
Canadian school holidays are set province by province and board by board, so the windows above are a guide rather than a calendar. Send us the dates your own board has published and we will plan the itinerary around those.
Tailor-made, and quoted in writing before anything is booked
There is no fixed departure to join. Every Canadian booking is a private vehicle with your own driver-guide, and the itinerary is drafted against your dates and your connection rather than against a catalogue. A good starting point for Canadian travellers is the 10-day Kenya and Tanzania adventure, adjusted from there: an extra night at the front to absorb the flight, a different crater lodge, a conservancy in place of a second Mara camp.
Because the ground arrangements are ours rather than subcontracted, those changes come back re-priced in a day rather than a week, and you see the revised figure in writing. If you would rather begin from a finished trip, the range is in our Kenya safari collection.
Breaking the journey — and why we usually suggest it
It protects the safari, not just your sleep
A missed connection in Europe is an inconvenience on most trips. On a safari it can mean forfeiting a night in a camp that had no spare rooms, because the ground itinerary is a chain and each link is booked. Arriving in Nairobi a day early absorbs that risk entirely.
Where Canadians break it
A night in Amsterdam or London on the outbound suits travellers from all four cities. From Toronto and Montreal a Gulf stopover works too, because Emirates flies nonstop from both to Dubai; Qatar Airways serves neither Vancouver nor Calgary, so Doha is not a one-hop stopover from the west. The stopover works equally well on the return, so the decompression happens after the safari rather than before it.
Or start with a soft day in Nairobi
The alternative is to fly straight through and give yourself a full day in Nairobi before heading to the Mara. We meet you at the airport either way, and there is no difference in what we charge for the ground itinerary.
Kenya safari and Zanzibar beach, the twin-centre version
By the time a Canadian traveller reaches Nairobi they have spent the better part of a day in the air across at least one connection, which is the strongest argument on this page for not flying home again the day after the last game drive. The 14-day Kenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar getaway puts the wildlife route first and finishes with several nights on the island, so the long journey home starts from a rested position rather than an exhausted one.
Diani Beach on the Kenyan mainland is the shorter alternative and avoids a second internal flight altogether. Either way the beach nights sit inside the same single written quote as the safari, with the Canadian equivalent shown exactly as described above.
Honeymoon safari packages
For a Canadian honeymoon the currency matters as much as the itinerary: you want to know what you are actually committing to before a deposit leaves the account. We quote the whole trip in US dollars and show the Canadian conversion beside it, exactly as set out in the exchange-rate section above. The 11-day Kenya safari and Zanzibar honeymoon combo is a sensible itinerary to start from.
On the ground the differences are practical rather than decorative: quieter camps, a vehicle that is yours alone, meals set up away from the main deck. March break and the winter holidays both fall inside calving season, which is the strongest big-cat viewing of the year — our month-by-month guide to visiting Kenya has the detail.
See what changes from park to park
After a long journey from Canada, fewer well-chosen stops normally produce a better safari than a crowded checklist. The Mara, Serengeti and Amboseli each add something distinct, so we use your wildlife priorities and available nights to decide which belong.
How many days should your Kenya and Tanzania safari take?
Compare realistic 7, 10, 12 and 14-day routes before choosing parks and lodges. The guide explains transfer days, family pacing, migration planning and when a two-country itinerary becomes too rushed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Kenya for wildlife safaris?
The best time to visit Kenya for wildlife safaris is during the dry seasons (June to October and December to March), when animals are easier to spot due to sparse vegetation and concentrated water sources.
Are there any cultural experiences available in Kenya?
Yes, Kenya is rich in cultural diversity, with opportunities to engage in cultural visits, interact with local communities, and learn about traditional customs, music, dance, and cuisine.
Do I need a visa to travel to Kenya?
Most visitors to Tanzania require a visa, which can often be obtained upon arrival or online prior to travel. It's advisable to check the specific requirements based on your nationality before departure.
What languages are spoken in Kenya?
Swahili and English are widely spoken languages in Kenya, although numerous ethnic languages are also spoken by local communities.
Are there direct flights to Kenya from major international cities?
Yes, major international airports in Kenya, such as Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi and Moi International Airport in Mombasa, offer direct flights from various cities around the world.
Can I use credit cards in Kenya?
Credit cards are accepted in major cities and tourist areas, but it's advisable to carry cash, especially in rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
What is the currency used in Kenya?
The currency used in Kenya is the Kenyan Shilling (KES).
Are there any wildlife viewing opportunities outside of national parks?
Yes, wildlife can often be seen in conservation areas, private reserves, and community-owned conservancies, offering alternative options for wildlife viewing away from crowded national parks.
Is it safe to travel to Kenya?
While Kenya is generally safe for tourists, travelers should exercise caution, especially in urban areas and tourist hotspots. It's advisable to stay informed about local conditions and follow any travel advisories issued by your government.
What should I pack for a trip to Kenya?
Essential items to pack include lightweight clothing, sturdy walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, a camera, and any necessary medications or personal hygiene products.
What vaccinations do I need before traveling to Kenya?
Common vaccinations recommended for travel to Kenya include yellow fever, typhoid, hepatitis A, and malaria prophylaxis.
Is travel insurance recommended for visiting Kenya?
Yes, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover unexpected emergencies, medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other unforeseen circumstances during your trip.
Are there any health risks associated with visiting Kenya?
Health risks in Kenya include malaria, dengue fever, and other mosquito-borne diseases, as well as food and waterborne illnesses. Travelers should take necessary precautions and consult a healthcare provider before departure.
Can I rent a car and drive myself in Kenya?
Yes, car rental services are available in major cities, but driving conditions can be challenging, and navigation may be difficult in rural areas. It's advisable to hire a local driver or guide for a safer and more convenient experience.
What is the climate like in Kenya?
Kenya's climate varies by region, ranging from tropical along the coast to temperate in the highlands. The dry seasons generally coincide with the best times for wildlife viewing, while the rainy seasons can vary in intensity and duration.
What is the tipping etiquette in Kenya?
Tipping practices vary by service provided, but it's customary to tip safari guides, hotel staff, and restaurant servers for excellent service.
