Safari Kusudi (Swahili)... A journey with Purpose
Join us on a powerful all-inclusive journey through Kenya’s iconic landscapes—where world-class wildlife encounters meet meaningful community connection.
— it’s a journey that connects, protects and gives back
Over 11 unforgettable days, you’ll witness Africa’s iconic wildlife in their natural habitat, explore stunning landscapes, and experience authentic cultural encounters with the Maasai people. But this safari is also about making a lasting impact.
Your journey directly supports:
- Wildlife habitat and species conservation
- Local schools and education initiatives
- Nature-based sustainable eco-tourism
- Maasai communities through education, employment and land-lease income
With experienced Aussie group leader, Kristy Thomson, expert local guides and a small group of like-minded travellers, you’ll enjoy immersive experiences — from day and night game drives in exclusive conservancies to visits with the very communities your trip supports.
Why join us?
- Ethical, conservation-focused travel
- Hands-on insight into the projects your safari helps fund
- Visits to local schools and time with Maasai communities
-A photographer’s dream with up-close wildlife encounters
- A life-changing trip — for you and the communities we support
This is an accompanied tour, all inclusive (unless otherwise stated) of accommodation, transfers and internal flights, Park and Conservancy fees, meals, select drinks, activities and emergency evacuation insurance.
It does not include International flights, eTA, tipping, vaccinations, comprehensive travel insurance and anything else of a personal nature.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Apply online for an e-Travel Authority https://www.etakenya.go.ke/en- carry a printed copy
- Travel insurance documentation (note that you have Flying Doctors medical evacuation cover included as part of your package but you still need insurance to cover all other circumstances)
- 15kg luggage limit for internal flights (soft duffel bag – no hard-sided suitcases)
- Kenya has banned plastic bags – do not bring any plastic bags into Kenya, must leave on plane or discard at airport
- See Travel Dr for medication and/or vaccinations
- Kenyan shillings or USD recommended for tipping and purchasing souvenirs.
This is more than a safari—it’s a chance to connect, contribute, and be part of lasting change in one of the world’s most beautiful ecosystems.
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11 Days / 10 Nights
9 guests
$6200 USD pp twin share + $150 USD single supplement.
All inclusive Ground Package as stated
Deposit of 25% on booking, with balance due 60 days prior to travel.
Includes:
Hosted small group tour (up to 9 guests min 5)
Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps as the tour operator - one of the most well-respected and longest serving tour operator in Kenya (over 30 years).
Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps are the leaders in responsible eco-tourism and the pioneers of the private community conservancy concept in Kenya which supports communities and wildlife conservation through its sustainable safari model.
You are in good hands with the team taking care of everything from start to finish, including:
* Nairobi transfers, including airport pick ups
* Internal flights to and between camps.
* Accommodation and full board at all safari camps including select drinks and all meals. First night at Nairobi Tented Camp is on b&b basis (half and full board can be added at a supplement)
* Shared day and night game drives in open sided safari vehicle, nature walks with Maasai warriors
* Authentic Maasai village visit
* Entrance to Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
* Visits and activities at local schools, including sponsorship of a student
* All park and conservancy fees
Safari Kusudi : Swahili for A Journey with Purpose
Your safari directly funds the community land leases that creates the conservancies we safari in - and this is paid to the local Maasai land owners. You are also helping to provide employment for rangers, camp staff, guides and drivers from the local community and importantly creating habitat and safe haven for wildlife.
Other information:
15kg luggage limit (including hand luggage) in soft sided bags (eg duffel bag) for internal flights between camps
Tips and gratuities are not included - please allow $20-30 USD pp per day - tips are given to the guide and camp staff at the end of stay at each of the camps if you are happy with the service you have received. Your Group leader can provide further guidance as it can get a little overwhelming coming from a generally non-tipping country.
Excludes:
International flights and electronic Travel Authority, travel insurance , tips and gratuities, expenses of personal natures not mentioned in the itinerary.
First day lunch and drinks and lunch on the last day.
Optional hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast
Local currency can be obtained at Jomo-Kenyatta International Airport - JKIA (money exchange, or ATM)
Electronic Travel Authority (eTA ) must be obtained online within 60 days of travel.
