Kenya safari specialists · Nairobi

Authentic Kenya Safaris, Designed by Local Experts

Private and small-group safaris across the Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu and beyond — planned by a Nairobi team who live here.

Kenya-based safari experts
Private 4×4 pop-up roof safaris
24/7 support while you travel
Transparent, itemised pricing

Why Choose Mara Spirit Safaris

Local experts, honest pricing, real support

Kenya-based safari experts

Our office is in Nairobi and our team plans Kenya safaris every week of the year — not from a desk on another continent.

Personalised safari planning

Every itinerary is built around your dates, budget, pace and interests. Nothing is forced into a fixed package.

Private 4×4 safari options

Travel in your own pop-up roof Land Cruiser with a window seat for everyone and the freedom to stay longer at a sighting.

Experienced local guides

Our driver-guides grew up around these parks. They read the bush, track the cats and explain what you are seeing.

Transparent pricing

Your quote lists what is included and excluded — park fees, meals, transfers — so there are no surprises on arrival.

Airport transfers

We meet you at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and look after every transfer until you fly home.

Handpicked camps and lodges

We recommend properties we know first-hand, from simple tented camps to luxury lodges.

24/7 safari support

Once you land, a member of our team is a WhatsApp message away, day and night.

Why travellers choose us

Private or Group Safari?

Two ways to travel — both with our local guides

Private Safari

  • Your own 4×4 vehicle and guide
  • Start on any date you choose
  • Set your own pace at sightings
  • Ideal for families, couples and photographers
Private safaris

Group Joining Safari

  • Share a vehicle with other travellers
  • Lower price per person
  • Fixed departure dates from Nairobi
  • Ideal for solo travellers and budgets
Group safaris

Where You'll Stay

Handpicked camps and lodges at every budget

All camps & lodges

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

Tented camp Masai Mara National Reserve

Zebra Plains Mara Camp offers a welcoming tented safari stay beneath Oldonyo Oloip Ridge in Kenya’s Maasai Mara…

Meet Our Guides & Team

The people who will plan and guide your safari

Meet the whole team
Annetie Kavetsa

Annetie Kavetsa

Founder & CEO

The vision behind Mara Spirit Safaris,She is Passionate about nature

Sharon Ambani

Sharon Ambani

Head of Operations

She oversees the day-to-day operations of Mara Spirit Safaris

Dalton Saitoti

Dalton Saitoti

Lead Safari Guide

Your trusted companion in the wild, sharing knowledge, stories.

Brilliant Alivitsa

Brilliant Alivitsa

Travel Consultant

Turning your dream safari into a seamless adventure

Levy Kaigil

Levy Kaigil

Professional Safari Guide

A passionate Kenya safari guide expert in guiding,local knowledge and warm hospitality

Kenya Travel Guides

Answers to the questions travellers ask before booking

Kenya travel guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you plan

All FAQs
Is Kenya safe for tourists?

Kenya welcomes large numbers of international visitors every year, and safari areas are among the most closely managed parts of the country. As with any destination, sensible precautions apply: follow your guide’s advice, keep valuables out of sight in cities and avoid walking alone at night. We monitor conditions constantly and will always tell you honestly if anything affects your plans. You can also check your own government’s current travel advice before booking.

How much does a Kenya safari cost?

The price depends mostly on the level of accommodation, the season, how many people share the vehicle and whether you drive or fly between parks. Group joining safaris with budget camps are the most affordable, while private safaris in luxury conservancy camps cost the most. Send us your dates and budget and we will give you a clear, itemised quote.

What is the best time to visit Kenya?

Kenya is a year-round destination. The main dry seasons — roughly June to October and December to March — offer the easiest game viewing. July to October is Great Migration season in the Masai Mara. The long rains (roughly April to May) bring green landscapes, fewer visitors and lower prices.

When is the Great Migration?

The migration herds are usually in Kenya’s Masai Mara from around July to October, with Mara River crossings most frequent between late July and September. The exact timing depends on rainfall and changes from year to year, and crossings can never be guaranteed on a particular day.

Are park fees included?

Your quote states clearly whether national park and conservancy fees are included. In our safari packages they normally are, and they are listed as a separate line so you can see exactly what you are paying for.

Do I need a visa or eTA for Kenya?

Kenya uses an online Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) system for most visitors, which must be approved before you travel. Entry rules can change, so please check the official Kenyan government eTA website and your own government’s travel advice before you book flights. We are happy to point you in the right direction.

Request a Free Quote

Tell us your travel dates, budget and dream destinations and our Kenya safari specialists will create a personalised itinerary.

  • Free, no-obligation itinerary
  • Reply within 24 hours — usually much sooner
  • Planned by our Kenya-based team
  • Clear pricing: what is included and what is not
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