15 Private Tours in Kenya Worth the Long Drive

Hell's Gate National Park Private Bike Tour from Nairobi - The 7 a.m. drive from Nairobi to Naivasha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 192 reviews · from $125Our pick

Review of a private Hell’s Gate bike tour from Nairobi, with wildlife, gorge walks, Maasai culture, Lake Naivasha, costs, tips, and value.

“This trip was an unparalleled way to get close to nature. All the animals look a whole lot larger when you’re not in a safari truck! The boat tour was also well worth the detour, lots of hippos and the best bird watching I’ve ever been around. They don’t take credit cards at the boat launch so remember to bring cash!”

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Cruises & Boat Tours, Lunch Experiences, Mombasa Tours, Private, Tour Reviews, Wasini Island Dhow Trips

Mombasa: Kisite Park Private Cruise with Breakfast and Lunch

2.Kisite Park Private Cruise with Breakfast and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 181 reviews · 8 hours · from $163

Review of Mombasa’s private Kisite cruise, with dolphins, snorkeling, Swahili food, Wasini Island, hotel transfers, and practical tips.

“The strongest aspects of the trip were our guides and the organisation. They went out of their way to ensure everything met our expectations. Even the discussions about modern Africa were profound and inspiring. Despite initial weather problems (it was raining), we reached a dolphin spot and observed one individual (apparently there were six the day before). Swimming with it was out of the question – it was too fast :). During the snorkelling, we saw lots of coral, fish, and one spiny lobster (I think it ran away quickly). I recommend bringing fins; you'll tire out more quickly without them. Then, we sailed to the island for lunch, past…”

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3 days Masai Mara on Private 4x4 Land Cruiser - The Full Wildlife Day: Game Drives Across the Mara

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3 days Masai Mara on Private 4×4 Land Cruiser

3.3 days Masai Mara on Private 4×4 Land Cruiser

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · from $3,360

Review of a private 3-day Masai Mara safari from Nairobi, with a 4x4 Land Cruiser, private guide, game drives, meals, and lodging choices.

“This was an amazing safari at Masai mara a wonderful landscape and scenery. Our driver George was well informed and experienced. He made our safari experience to an exceptional one.”

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3-Day Experiences, Masai Mara Safaris, Private, Safari, Tour Reviews, Tours

Masai Mara 3 Day Safari | Private 4WD Jeep Tour

4.Masai Mara 3 Day Safari | Private 4WD Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · from $2,120

Review this private 3-day Maasai Mara safari from Nairobi, with a 4WD Land Cruiser, Big Five viewing, Maasai culture, meals, and practical tips.

“At US$1,000 per person, this tour offered by Natural World Kenya, was the most expensive of all Masai Mara tours listed on Viator. Still, I booked it because I wanted to stay at the high-quality accommodation that they advertised. They were sRead more”

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Airport Transfers, Airport Transfers in Nairobi, Nairobi Tours, Private, Private Drivers, Private Drivers in Nairobi, Tour Reviews

Safe and Private Airport transfer in Nairobi

5.Safe and Private Airport transfer in Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $20

Private Nairobi airport transfer with a named driver, air-conditioned vehicle, flight-delay waiting, and hotel drop-off from $20.

“The driver was very helpful and kind. It was a peaceful and safe ride. Thank you! We would ride again.”

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4-Day Experiences, Lake Naivasha Trips, Lake Nakuru Safaris, Masai Mara Safaris, Private, Safari, Tour Reviews

Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Masai Mara 4 Days Private Jeep Safari

6.Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Masai Mara 4 Days Private Jeep Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $2,900

Review of a four-day private Kenya safari covering Naivasha, Nakuru, and Masai Mara, with meals, Nairobi transfers, and expert guiding.

“We spent 2 nights in Naivasha, (Bike ride in hells gate/day trip to Nakuru. Then we spent 3 nights in the Masai Mara. Our guide Mike was incredible made us fell welcome from the get go, super knowledgeable of all the places we visited and we saw the big 5 and ugly 5 more times then we can count. Whole trip was magical!!”

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City Tours, City Tours in Nairobi, Nairobi Tours, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

Nairobi: Private 4-Hour City Tour

7.Private 4-Hour City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · from $70

See Nairobi’s museum, Railway Museum, city market, and KICC rooftop on a flexible private tour with hotel pickup and a local guide.

“I had a good tour with Dominic who took me to places I wanted to see and skipping those I wasn't interested in.”

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Ultimate 12 Days Private Safari Tour in Kenya and Tanzania

8.Ultimate 12 Days Private Safari Tour in Kenya and Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $17,780

Review of a private 12-day Kenya and Tanzania safari covering Ol Pejeta, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, and Amboseli.

“We, a group of 6 retirees, decided to make a tour through Kenia & Tanzania, main focus on game drives. As we wanted to customize and have a relative flexible itinerary, we noted that there are many tour operators in Kenia with a wide range of Read more”

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1-Day Tours, Hiking & Trekking, Nairobi Tours, Private, Tour Reviews

Private Hiking Day Trip to Mt. Longonot from Nairobi

9.Private Hiking Day Trip to Mt. Longonot from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $130

Hike Mt. Longonot from Nairobi, take in Rift Valley views, enjoy lakeside lunch, and cruise Lake Naivasha for hippos and birds.

“I was Ppicked up on time from hotel and taken to entrance of Nairobi NP to purchase my ticket. We spent approx. 3 hours driving in the park. The driver accommodated my wish to see specific animals I was particularly interested in.”

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Nairobi Tours, National Parks, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

Nairobi: National Park Private Tour in 4X4 Jeep

10.National Park Private Tour in 4X4 Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 56 reviews · 6 hours · from $110

See lions, rhinos, giraffes, and more on a private Nairobi National Park safari in an open-roof Landcruiser with hotel pickup.

“Excellent half day trip! Well organised, comfortable car, and lots of animal sightings, all expertly guided by Sam. Thanks very much for a wonderful experience!”

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Kibera Community Tours, Nairobi Tours, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

Private Tour in Kibera the Largest Slum

11.Private Tour in Kibera the Largest Slum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $15Best value

Review of Nairobi’s private Kibera tour, with local homes, school, football, crafts, matatu rides, culture, price, and practical tips.

“This tour highlights the fighting spirit of the people of the Kibera slums. It was quite beautiful to see the hope and smiles of children that are not as fortunate as others. It’s an experience everyone should have. My guide Rally is an amazing leader and rolemodel of the community. I was honored to be given the opportunity to tour Kibera. Thank you Laz”

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Diani Beach Tours, Guided, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

Diani Beach: Private African Pool Map Guided Tour

12.Private African Pool Map Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 52 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Swim in Tiwi’s African-shaped pool near Diani, explore sea caves and rock pools, and ride by motorbike with a local guide for $35.

“Mohamed is a real underwater life expert. He was searching for different highlights for us and he was explaining everything. He was even answering our extra questions. We got see shoes and snorkeling equipment to fully enjoy the tour. We not only visited the african pool, we even went to swim a cave close by. The communication worked from the first moment. We would recommend this trip for everyone. A real highlight on diani beach.”

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Amboseli National Park Safaris, Nairobi Tours, National Parks, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

Private Day Tour Amboseli National Park, View Mt. Kilimanjaro 4*4

13.Private Day Tour Amboseli National Park, View Mt. Kilimanjaro 4*4

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $198

Review of a private Amboseli day safari from Nairobi, with Kilimanjaro views, wildlife, lunch, costs, timing, and practical booking advice.

“Great experience. Beautiful scenery. Peter was very kind and knowledgeable and patient. I would go again in a minute.”

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Samburu, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara 6 Days Private 4x4 Jeep Safari - Day two: Following the Ewaso Nyiro River in Samburu

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Samburu, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara 6 Days Private 4×4 Jeep Safari

14.Samburu, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara 6 Days Private 4×4 Jeep Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $5,980

Review of a private six-day Kenya safari through Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara, with wildlife, lodges, meals, drives, and practical advice.

“My wife and I did a honeymoon safari with Natural World and it was incredible! We explored Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara. We saw the entire Big Five and so many other animals up close. Our guide Peter was amazing. He was extreRead more”

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Nairobi National Park Tours, Nairobi Tours, National Parks, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Nairobi: Private Nairobi National Park Tour

15.Private Nairobi National Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 46 reviews · from $110

Review of Nairobi National Park’s private game drive, with rhinos, wildlife, orphanage visit, costs, transport, and practical booking advice.

“We found ourselves with a bonus day in Nairobi when fight delays caused us to miss our connecting flight home. We hired Isaac for a private game drive through Nairobi National Park. Isaac was knowledgeable and interesting as he drove us through the park, making sure we didn’t miss any of the animals he was spotting. He knew that we had come from safari in Kenya and were hoping to see a rhino to complete our sitings of the Big 5. Isaac made sure that not only did we see the Southern White Rhino but the Black Rhino as well. He patiently stopped the vehicle and waited until we took…”

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