Kenya Hotels, Safari Lodges & Backpackers Accommodation in Kenya
Kenya Safari Lodges, Camps & Accommodation
Kenya is one of Africa’s leading safari destinations, famous for luxury safari lodges, tented camps, budget hotels, backpacker hostels, and wildlife safari experiences. From the legendary wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara National Reserve to the scenic plains of Amboseli National Park beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, Kenya offers unforgettable safari accommodation for every type of traveler.
Kenya safari lodges and camps are often located close to wildlife migration routes, allowing visitors to experience spectacular game viewing directly from their rooms, tents, or viewing decks. Whether you are searching for luxury safari camps, cheap lodges in Nairobi, backpacker hostels, camping sites, or family-friendly resorts, Kenya has some of East Africa’s finest accommodations.
Best Kenya Safari Lodges & Luxury Camps
1. Fairmont Mara Safari Club
Surrounded on three sides by the Mara River, Fairmont Mara Safari Club is the embodiment of tented luxury in Kenya.
Each of the 50 luxury tents is beautifully furnished with a private bathroom and veranda overlooking the hippo- and crocodile-filled river. A spacious outside deck extends over the river and leads to a heated swimming pool, bar, and private massage tents.
Activities
- Game drives in Maasai Mara
- Hot air balloon safaris
- Bird watching
- Cultural experiences
- Bush dining experiences
2. Muthaiga Safari Camp
Muthaiga Safari Camp lies on the southeastern border of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. The camp comprises seven luxury tents and two private villas, built among the trees for privacy and panoramic wilderness views.
Each tent features:
- Private bathroom
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Veranda with seating area
Activities
- Game drives
- Walking safaris
- Fishing trips on Lake Victoria
- Maasai cultural visits
- Scenic flights over the migration routes
3. Mara Intrepids Camp
Mara Intrepids Camp features 30 luxury tents arranged in small riverside clusters, offering privacy and peaceful surroundings.
The tents are built on raised platforms with excellent views over the riverbanks where wildlife frequently gathers to drink.
Highlights
- Riverside luxury tents
- Wildlife viewing from camp
- Family-friendly safari experiences
- Guided game drives
4. Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Located in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge offers one of the most iconic safari experiences in East Africa.
Surrounded by open grasslands and abundant wildlife, the lodge combines traditional African design with modern comfort.
Highlights
- Views of Mount Kilimanjaro
- Elephant safaris
- Cultural performances
- Reforestation conservation program
Visitors can even participate in tree planting projects, helping preserve the Amboseli ecosystem.
5. Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Perched high on a hill overlooking the savannah and the Mara River, Mara Serena Safari Lodge provides front-row seats to the famous Great Migration.
Features
- 74 safari rooms
- Swimming pool & sundeck
- Daily game drives
- Guided bird walks
- Bush dinners & breakfast by hippo pools
Excellent for wildlife enthusiasts visiting the Maasai Mara on longer Kenya wildlife safaris.
6. Sarova Mara Game Camp
Sarova Mara Game Camp is located directly along the Great Migration routes in the Maasai Mara.
The surrounding plains attract large numbers of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles during migration season.
Activities & Experiences
- Luxury tented accommodation
- Bird watching
- Maasai cultural tours
- Mini golf
- Sport fishing
- Nature walks
A perfect addition to a 10-Day Magical Kenya Safari Tour.
7. Shimba Hills Lodge
Accessing Shimba Hills Lodge is part of the adventure. Guests transfer by safari vehicles and walk through the forest to reach the lodge.
Highlights
- Elevated forest walkways
- Guided bush walks
- Early morning game drives
- Bird watching opportunities
- Open-fronted dining with wildlife views
The lodge offers a unique forest safari experience away from the busy parks.
8. Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Located on the southern shores of Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort blends perfectly with its natural surroundings.
Resort Facilities
- 84 guest rooms
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant & bar
- Games room
- Children’s playground
- Bird watching & lake excursions
The resort is ideal for family holidays, birding tours, and Rift Valley safari extensions.
Cheap Hotels, Backpackers & Hostels in Nairobi
Nairobi offers accommodation for all budgets, including:
- Backpacker hostels
- Budget hotels
- Luxury city hotels
- Camping sites
- Safari lodges near Nairobi National Park
Popular areas for backpackers and budget accommodation include:
- Westlands
- Karen
- Upper Hill
- Nairobi CBD
- Lang’ata
Travelers can easily combine Nairobi city accommodation with wildlife safaris across Kenya.
Kenya Camping Sites & Safari Camps
Camping in Kenya is one of the best ways to experience African wilderness adventures. Many safari camps are located near:
- Wildlife migration corridors
- Rivers and watering points
- National parks and conservancies
- Bird watching habitats
Popular camping destinations include:
- Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Amboseli National Park
- Tsavo East National Park
- Samburu National Reserve
- Lake Naivasha
Popular Kenya Tours & Safaris
Top Kenya Safari Tours
- 4 Days Kenya Safari Tour – Maasai Mara National Reserve
- 4 Days Amboseli National Park Safari
- 6 Days Nairobi & Tsavo East Safari
- 10 Days Magical Kenya & Tanzania Safari
- 11 Days Kenya Wildlife & Northern Tribes Tour
- 12 Days Maasai Mara & Nairobi National Park Tour
- 12 Days Northern Kenya Tribes & Wildlife Safari
East Africa Safari Extensions
Travelers visiting Kenya often combine their safari with tours in:
- Uganda
- Rwanda
- Tanzania
- Burundi
- Ethiopia
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- South Sudan
East Africa offers gorilla trekking, cultural safaris, birding expeditions, volcano hiking, mountain climbing, and wildlife adventures.
Top Uganda Tours
1 Day Uganda Equator Safari Tour
1 Day Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary Tour
2 Days Chimpanzee Tracking Tour - Kibaale Forest National Park
2 Days 1 Night Murchison Falls National Park Tour
2 Days 1 Night Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari Tour
2 Days Uganda Tour - Lake Mburo National Park
3 Days Golden Monkey and Gorilla Tracking Tour – Mgahinga National Park
3 Days Uganda Safari Tour - Sipi Falls
3 Days Murchison Falls National Park Safari Tour
3 Days Chimpanzee Trekking - Kibaale National Park
3 Days Gorilla Trekking - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
3 Days Uganda wildlife Tour - Lake Mburo National Park Birding Tour
3 Days Uganda Wildlife Tour - Mountain Elgon National Park
3 Days Uganda wildlife Tour - Sipi Falls
3 Days Uganda Wildlife Tour - Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari Tour
4 Days Uganda Wildlife Tour - Kibaale National Park
4 Days Uganda Wildlife Tour - Kibaale National Park Chimpanzee tracking
4 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Tracking - Bwindi and Kibaale
5 Days White Water Rafting and Gorilla Tracking In Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Park
5 Days Kidepo National Park Safari Tour
6 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Tracking Tour - Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
6 Days Uganda Wildlife Tour - River Nile White Rafting, Murchison Falls National Park.
7 Days Gorilla Tracking Safari - Lake Mburo, Lake Bunyonyi, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
9 Days Uganda Tour - Hiking Mountain Rwenzori National Park
9 Days Uganda Wildlife Tour - Lake Bunyonyi, Queen Elizabeth National Park Tour, Bwindi Forest National Park, Kibaale Forest National Park
10 Days Uganda Tour - Hiking Rwenzori and Queen Elizabeth National Park
2 Days Uganda Birding Tour – Mabamba Wetland, Botanical Gardens, Uganda Wildlife Education Center
3 Days Uganda Birding Tour - Lake Mburo National Park Birding Safari Tour
3 Days Uganda Birding Tour - Sipi Falls, Source of the Nile, and Sezibwa Falls
3 Days Uganda Birding Tour - Kidepo Valley National Park Tour
4 Days Uganda Birding Tour - Kibaale National Park
5 Days Uganda Birding Tour - Lake Mburo, Queen Elizabeth, And Kyambura Chimp Tracking
5 Days Uganda Birding Tour - Mabamba Wetland, Lake Mburo National Park
7 Days Uganda Birding Tour - Mabamba Wetland, Lake Mburo, Queen Elizabeth National Park
Top DR Congo Tours
3 Days Hiking Nyiragongo volcano
3 Day Congo Tour - Gorilla Tracking Tour in Congo Virunga National Park
6 Days Congo tour, Virunga National Park, Tchegera Island, Lake Kivu, Nyiragongo volcano
12 Days Congo Tour, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Park, Volcanoes National Park, Nyiragongo Volcanoes, Lake Kivu, Kahuzi-Biega National Park
Top Rwanda Tours
2 Days Gorilla Tour- Rwanda Tour to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
3 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking- Volcanoes National Park
3 Days Rwanda Tour - Gorilla Tracking and Culture Tour
4 Days Rwanda Tour - Lake Kivu, Genocide memorial, Napoleon and Peace islands
7 Days Rwanda Gorilla Tracking Tour - Bwindi National Park, Lake Bunyonyi, Volcanoes National Park
7 Days Rwanda tour - Wildlife and Culture Tour
10 Days Rwanda tour, Akagera National Park, Lake Kivu, Nyungwe Forest, Volcanoes National Park
Top Kenya Tours
4 Days Kenya Safari Tours – Maasai Mara National Reserve Park
4 Days Kenya Tour - Amboseli National Park
4 Days Kenya Tour, Fly-in tour to Amboseli National Park
6 Days Kenya Tour - Nairobi And Tsavo East National Park
11 Days Kenya Wildlife And Northern Kenya Tribes Tour
12 Days- Kenya Tour, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi National Park
12 Days Exploring Northern Kenya Tribes and Kenya Wildlife Experience AT Samburu National Park
Top Ethiopia Tours
10 days Djibouti TO Ethiopia Safari Tour
12-day Ethiopia Safari Tour - Omo Valley tribes
16 Days Ethiopia safari Tours - Grand Tribal Culture
Top Tanzania Tours
3 Days Tanzania Tour, Zanzibar Beach
5 Day Tanzania Tour, Tarangire National Park
5 Days Tanzania Tour -Serengeti, Lake Manyara, and Ngorongoro Crater
7 Days Hiking Mountain Kilimanjaro - Rongai Route
7 Days Hiking Mountain Kilimanjaro - Marangu National Park Route
7 Days Tanzania Tour -Tarangire, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park
8-day Tanzania Tour- Trekking Mountain Kilimanjaro
9 Days Hiking Mountain Kilimanjaro - Machame Route
9 Days Hiking Mountain Kilimanjaro - Marangu National Park Route
10 Days Tanzania Tour -Tarangire, Serengeti, And Ngorongoro Crater
Top Burundi Tours
Top South Sudan Tours
3 Days South Sudan Tour - Juba City Tour
3 Days South Sudan Tour - Nimule National Park
4 Days South Sudan Tour - Toposa and Jie Villages
4 Days South Sudan Tour - Mundari Cattle Camp Tour
5 Days South Sudan Tour – Dinka Tribe Photography Tour
8 Days South Sudan Tour - Mundari and Dinka Cattle Camps Tour
8 Days South Sudan Tour – Mundari and Nimule National Park Tour
8 Days South Sudan Tour – Hiking Mountain Kenyeti in Imatong Forest Reserve
8 Days South Sudan Tour – Kidepo Valley National Park
8 Days South Sudan Tour - Southern National Park
10 Days South Sudan Tour - Bird Watching Tour
15 Days Best of South Sudan Tour-Mundari cattle Camp, Toposa, Jiye, Larim, Lotuko
