Create a lifetime of family memories on this safari adventure through Kenya's most rewarding wildlife destinations. Watch in awe as your children encounter animals in their natural habitat — wild and free. From the shores of Lake Naivasha, where hippos graze on the lawn and fish eagles wheel overhead, to the big cat drama of the Maasai Mara, every day brings discovery.
Family-friendly accommodation, curated children's activities, and connecting rooms keep everyone close, comfortable, and endlessly entertained.
Plan my SafariWhat makes this family safari a once-in-a-lifetime experience for every age.
Governors' Loldia House sits on a private ranch where hippos graze outside your window after dark and fish eagles call from the lake. A gentle, magical introduction to the African bush for children and parents alike.
Hell's Gate National Park is one of the few reserves where families can walk and cycle among zebra, giraffe, and buffalo — an active adventure that gets children out of the vehicle and into the landscape.
A light aircraft flight over the Great Rift Valley connects Naivasha to the Maasai Mara — an exhilarating journey that doubles as a scenic highlight and a thrilling experience for children of every age.
Governors' Camp sits in one of the Mara's most wildlife-rich corners. Two days of game drives deliver exceptional chances of seeing lion, cheetah and leopard — the moments children remember forever.
At Governors' Camp, children can join the Mongoose Club for fun, educational activities curated by expert guides — tracking, bush craft, and nature journaling designed to bring the safari alive through young eyes.
Interconnecting rooms at Loldia House and a two-bedroom Family Tent at Governors' Camp keep everyone close — with private lounges, shared decks, and enough space for parents to breathe after lights out.
Seven days designed for families — adventure, discovery and comfort at every turn.
Welcome to Kenya. Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Fairmont The Norfolk. Depending on your arrival time, there may be an opportunity for the family to visit the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage or meet the long-legged residents at the Giraffe Centre — a wonderful introduction to the wildlife encounters ahead.
Alternatively, settle in and enjoy the hotel's swimming pool.
After breakfast, your family adventure begins with a scenic two-hour drive to Lake Naivasha. Your base for the next three nights is Governors' Loldia House — a beautifully converted historic farmhouse set on a private six-thousand-acre ranch. The Family Room features interconnecting double and twin rooms, allowing you to keep your little ones close while retaining privacy.
Perhaps begin with a boat safari on Lake Naivasha — set against the backdrop of Mount Longonot, the lake is the highest in the Great Rift Valley and home to pelicans, fish eagles, and hippos.
A day of activities tailored to all ages. Visit the local community, take a guided walk through Eburu Forest searching for primates, or let the children run free with a geology lesson at Hell's Gate National Park — one of the few parks where walking and cycling among wildlife is encouraged.
As evening falls, an optional night safari adds a thrilling dimension to wildlife spotting — and if you are lucky, you may glimpse the elusive leopard. Back at the house, hippos often graze on the lawn after dark.
Today offers the chance to venture further afield to Lake Nakuru National Park. Though one of Kenya's smallest parks, it harbours an impressive range of wildlife — black and white rhinoceros, zebra, Rothschild giraffe, and over four hundred and fifty bird species, including occasional flocks of pink flamingos.
Alternatively, stay closer to home and explore the ranch on horseback or by mountain bike — the pace is entirely yours to set.
After breakfast, take a light aircraft flight from Lake Naivasha to Governors' Camp — an exhilarating journey over the Great Rift Valley that doubles as a scenic highlight. Your home for the next two nights is set on the banks of the Mara River in one of the most wildlife-rich corners of the reserve.
The two-bedroom Family Tent is connected by a private lounge area, with an outdoor deck where warthogs and elephants are frequent visitors. After settling in, head out on your first thrilling game drive.
For families with children over the age of eight, an optional hot-air balloon safari makes a magical start to the day. The early rise is rewarded with an aerial perspective of the Mara before touching down for a bush breakfast.
During the day, children can join the Mongoose Club for fun, educational activities curated by expert guides. There is time for another game drive before returning to camp for dinner. After dark, gather around the crackling campfire as your guide points out the constellations through the telescope.
After breakfast, bid farewell to the staff and animals at Governors' Camp and fly back to Nairobi for your onward journey — or continue to the Kenyan coast for a beach extension.
From hippos on the lawn to big cats on the plains, this is the family safari that turns first encounters with Africa into stories told for generations.
Standing on Harry Thuku Road since 1904, Fairmont The Norfolk is Nairobi's grand dame — the hotel where Kenya's safari tradition began. Today the hotel blends Edwardian charm with five-star contemporary comfort, set within lush tropical gardens. The heated pool is a hit with children after a long flight.
Rooms and suites finished in warm colonial-era tones with air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, minibars, electronic safes, and ensuite bathrooms. Family-friendly interconnecting rooms are available on request.
The Lord Delamere Terrace serves international and Kenyan cuisine in a garden courtyard. Room service is available around the clock — handy for jet-lagged families.
Set on a private six-thousand-acre ranch on the shores of Lake Naivasha, Governors' Loldia House is a beautifully converted colonial-era farmhouse that feels like staying in a private home. One of only a handful of properties on the lake, its intimate scale and family-friendly ethos make it an ideal base for introducing children to the Kenyan bush. Hippos graze on the lawn after dark, fish eagles call from the shoreline, and the surrounding conservancy teems with giraffe, zebra, and waterbuck.
Seven individually styled rooms are spread between the main house and garden cottages, including a dedicated Family Room with interconnecting double and twin bedrooms sharing a private bathroom. Rooms feature ensuite facilities, comfortable beds with mosquito netting, verandahs, and views across the gardens to the lake. The house retains its original character — fireplaces, bookshelves, and warm timber floors create a homely atmosphere.
Meals are served communally in the farmhouse dining room or on the lakeside terrace — a relaxed, home-cooked affair featuring fresh produce from the ranch's own gardens. Children's menus and flexible mealtimes are standard. Afternoon tea with homemade cake is a daily ritual.
Set on the banks of the Mara River in one of the most wildlife-rich corners of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Governors' Camp is one of Kenya's original and most celebrated safari camps. Established in 1972, it occupies a prime location where the forest meets the open savannah. The camp is renowned for its family-friendly ethos and the Mongoose Club children's programme.
Thirty-seven spacious tents line the riverbank beneath a canopy of mature forest trees. The two-bedroom Family Tent connects two sleeping areas through a private lounge, with a shared outdoor deck where warthogs and elephants are regular visitors. All tents feature ensuite bathrooms with hot-water showers and flush toilets, comfortable beds, and private verandahs.
Meals are served in the main dining tent or al fresco beside the river. Children's menus and flexible mealtimes are standard. Bush breakfasts and picnic lunches are arranged for full-day drives. The camp bar serves drinks around the campfire each evening.
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