Planning your first safari can feel overwhelming — so many parks, seasons and options. This guide breaks it down into simple steps.

Choose your parks

For a first trip, combine the Maasai Mara (big cats and the Migration), Amboseli (elephants and Kilimanjaro) and Lake Nakuru (rhino). Add Diani Beach to finish on the coast.

When to go

The dry seasons — June to October and December to March — offer the best game viewing. July to October is peak Migration season.

What to pack

Neutral-coloured clothing, a warm layer for early game drives, a hat, sunscreen, binoculars and a good camera. We send every traveller a detailed packing list on booking.