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Kenya Group Joining Safaris
Shared safaris through the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli and the Rift Valley lakes. Join fellow travellers in a pop-up roof 4×4 and split the cost of the road.
Routes
Maasai Mara to Amboseli
Shared costs
Pay for a seat, not a vehicle
Vehicle
4x4 with a pop-up roof
Transfers
Airport and hotel pickup
Travelling solo?
Group safaris are an easy way to meet fellow travellers and share the experience.
Group joining explained
Share the road, keep the wild
A group joining safari puts you in a shared 4×4 with other travellers on a set route and date, so the cost of the vehicle, driver-guide and fuel is split between everyone.
Most departures visit the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli. Prefer your own vehicle? See our Kenya private safaris.
Parks on our group routes
Maasai MaraLake NakuruLake NaivashaAmboseliHell’s GateNairobi
All group departures
Choose your group safari
Prices are per person sharing. What is included varies by itinerary, so check each safari for its full list of inclusions and exclusions.
- Masai Mara
- 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru
- 4 Days 3 Nights
- Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate
- 5 Days 4 Nights
- Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli
- 6 Days 5 Nights
- Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate, Amboseli
- 7 Days 6 Nights
- Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate, Amboseli
- 8 Days 7 Nights
- Masai Mara
- 4 Days / 3 Nights
Where you will go
The heart of every group safari
Our group departures return to the same corners of Kenya, because they deliver the wildlife people travel here to see. Tap a place to explore it.
Maasai Mara
Big cats on open plains and, from about July to October, the Great Migration crossing the Mara River.
Explore Maasai Mara →
Lake Nakuru
Flamingo shores and one of the best places in Kenya to see rhino.
Explore Lake Nakuru →
Amboseli
Big-tusked elephants with Kilimanjaro on the horizon.
Explore Amboseli →
Lake Naivasha
A freshwater lake full of hippos beside the cliffs and gorge of Hell’s Gate.
Explore Lake Naivasha →
Why join a group
Why travel in a group
Hover or tap a card to see what makes a shared safari such good value.
Lower cost
Share the biggest expenses: the vehicle, the driver-guide and the fuel.
Pop-up roof 4x4
Stand up for clear views and photos on every game drive.
Meet fellow travellers
Swap stories over dinner and share the excitement of each sighting.
Set departures
Fixed dates and routes make planning simple.
Local driver-guides
English-speaking guides who know where the wildlife is.
Go private any time
Any route can run as a private safari at your own pace.
How it works
From booking to bush
Group joining is the simplest way to see Kenya’s best parks at a shared price.
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Step 1
Pick a departure
Choose the route and length that suit you, then send us your dates.
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Step 2
Reserve your seat
A 25% deposit secures your place and lets us confirm camps and permits.
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Step 3
Meet your group
We collect you from your Nairobi hotel or the airport on the first morning.
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Step 4
Share the adventure
Your guide handles the driving and the daily plan, so you can simply enjoy the wildlife.
Planning your trip
The practical details
A few things to know before you join a shared safari.
Good to know
Before you book
- You share the vehicle with other travellers booked on the same dates.
- Each itinerary lists its camps and lodges, on a full board basis.
- Inclusions vary by itinerary, so check each safari for its full list.
- A 25% deposit at booking secures your seat.
What to pack
Pack light, pack smart
- Soft bags, which fit safari vehicles more easily than hard cases.
- Layers for cool early mornings and warm afternoons.
- A hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.
- Binoculars and a camera with a spare battery.
We confirm your vehicle, lodges and group details when you book.
Questions
Group safari questions
What to expect when you share a Kenya safari with other travellers.
What is a group joining safari?
You book a seat on a shared safari and travel with other guests on the same dates, so the cost of the vehicle and guide is split between you.
What vehicle will we use?
A 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, so everyone can stand up to watch and photograph wildlife.
What is included in the price?
It depends on the itinerary. Each safari lists exactly what is included and excluded, such as park fees, meals and transfers, and your quote confirms it. Prices are per person sharing.
Where do we stay?
Each itinerary lists its camps and lodges, all on a full board basis.
How do I secure my seat?
A deposit of 25% of the total cost at booking secures your place. See our Terms and Conditions for details.
Can I turn a group route into a private safari?
Yes. Any route can run as a private safari in your own vehicle, at your own pace.
What should I pack?
Soft bags, layers for cool mornings, a hat, sunscreen and binoculars.
Not sure which one?
Let us match your departure
Tell us your dates and how long you have, and we will match you with the best group departure, with a clear price.
