Tailor-made itineraries that place you at the heart of the action, featuring uncompromised luxury and total exclusivity.
A safari is the kind of trip you plan once and talk about for years, so who you go with matters as much as where you go. At Cherish Africa Safaris we plan every journey by hand. When you write to us, you hear from a real person who knows these parks well and who wants your trip to be the best week of your year.
We are a Kenyan company, and Kenya is home. Our driver-guides grew up around these parks, from the plains of the Maasai Mara to the elephant herds of Amboseli, and they know where the cats rest at noon, which track floods in the rains and when the river crossings are most likely to happen. That local knowledge is what turns a good game drive into one you remember. We take care of everything else too: your park fees, your camp or lodge, your transfers and your flights, so you can simply enjoy being there.
Tell us what you are dreaming of, whether that is lions at sunrise, elephants beneath Kilimanjaro, a quiet breakfast in the bush or a few days on the beach afterwards, and we will build it around you. Here is what you can expect when you travel with us.
We are a registered limited company with a current TRA licence, so you are booking with a real, accountable business.
Our team brings more than 50 years of combined experience, and our CEO alone has over 31 years behind the wheel. Your guide knows the parks, the animals and the seasons.
Your own vehicle and guide, with a window seat for everyone. Stay longer at a sighting or move on when you are ready.
Write to us and one of our specialists will get in touch, usually the same day. No call centre, no templates.
We plan around your dates, budget and what you want to feel, whether that is the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu or the beach.
One team can build a Kenya safari, add Tanzania or Zanzibar, or take you trekking to see mountain gorillas in Uganda.
We are a tours and safari adventure company based in Nairobi, Kenya. Every itinerary is private, never a shared group departure, and you message the consultant who designs it.
Our story
Francis has guided for more than 31 years. Esther and Wilkister each bring 8+ years in tour and travel planning. You will deal with them directly.
Meet the teamWatch the herds cross the Mara River in the dry months. We build the trip around the best camps and timing for the crossings.
See migration safarisEnd the safari on the coast at Diani with a few slow days by the sea.
See bush and beach tripsOur 13-day trip with Cherish Safaris was far beyond our expectations. Everything was well organized: hotels, food and schedule. Even when our son had a stomach issue, the operator handled it with great care and professionalism. Truly excellent value for money!
From the start Esther was very attentive… Esther helped me to find the perfect safari package. Even managing to get my family and I a night in my dream lodge (salt lick). Our driver was amazing!!
Francis was the cherry on top to a perfect honeymoon. Exceptionally professional, knowledgeable, yet personal and fun.
This Kenya safari trip was absolutely amazing! Our guide and driver, Francis, was extremely professional… he could predict the animals' movements, allowing us to get the best viewing spots every time.
Had a great trip to the Masai Mara with Cherish Africa Safaris. Family of 4, we wanted 4 days / 3 nights in the Masai Mara. They recommended the Mara Big Five camp, which was great, a nice mid range camp right by the Talek Gate…
The 7-Day Mid-Range Kenya Safari with Cherish Africa Safaris was a once-in-a-lifetime experience… we managed to see the Big 5, the Ugly 5, and every animal in between.
Cherish Africa is a great organisation to book an unforgettable safari experience. Answering very fast and giving updates on the booking status all the time. Very kind staff who even took the time to meet up with us personally…
We did a 9 day safari With Cherish. We were so lucky to Get Francis as our guide. He is truly an oracle of knowledge aswell as a fantastic person.
We did an amazing 10-day safari across the main parks of Kenya… perfectly organized and executed by the Cherish team. Francis, our guide for the entire experience, has a deep knowledge and a true…
We did the five day safari to Amboseli, Tsavo East and West. We were completely looked after the whole time… Would recommend 1000/10
We did a 10-day safari with Francis… we saw all of Samburu's Special Five, and we also saw all of the Big Five. It was incredible.
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From the plains of the Maasai Mara to the beaches of Diani and beyond, choose where your safari begins.
Southern KenyaMaasai Mara, Amboseli and Tsavo: the classic big-game safari.
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Rift Valley & LakesFlamingo lakes, escarpments and the walkable Hell’s Gate.
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Central & Northern KenyaSamburu’s rare species, Ol Pejeta and the slopes of Mount Kenya.
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Kenya Coast & BeachesWhite sand, warm ocean and forest reserves after the bush.
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Tanzania & ZanzibarSerengeti, Ngorongoro and the spice island of Zanzibar.
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UgandaGorilla trekking, chimpanzees and the Nile at Murchison Falls.
View all tours →Dates, group, what you most want to see.
A day-by-day plan with options and clear costs.
Change anything until it feels right, then confirm.
Your guide collects you and the safari begins.
The cost depends on group size, season, number of days and the standard of lodges or camps. Every tour on our website shows a per-person price by group size (for example 2, 4 or 6 travellers sharing), so you can see exactly how the price drops as your group grows. For a tailored quote on your dates, send us an enquiry and we reply, usually the same day.
Kenya is a year-round destination. The dry seasons, June to October and January to February, offer the easiest game viewing. July to October is the peak for the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara, with river crossings most likely from August to September. The long rains (March to May) bring lower prices and green landscapes.
The Maasai Mara National Reserve is in south-western Kenya, about 270 km from Nairobi, and borders the Serengeti in Tanzania. You can drive from Nairobi in roughly 5 to 6 hours or take a short scheduled flight of about 45 minutes to an airstrip near your camp. We arrange both options.
Most travellers find 5 to 7 days ideal: 3 days in the Maasai Mara plus a second park such as Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha or Amboseli. Shorter 3 to 4 day trips work well for a first taste, while 10 to 12 day circuits cover the northern and southern parks and the coast.
Choose light, breathable clothes in neutral colours such as khaki, olive and tan. Avoid bright white, black and dark blue. Pack layers, because early morning game drives are cool, plus a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and comfortable closed shoes. A light rain jacket is useful in the wetter months.
Yes. Every itinerary on our website can be adjusted to suit you. You can add or remove parks, change the number of days, upgrade the lodges or camps, or combine Kenya with Tanzania or Uganda. Tell us your dates, group size and interests and our team will put together a tailored quote.
Safari tourism is a well-established industry in Kenya, and visitors travelling with a licensed operator, an experienced driver-guide and vetted lodges have a safe, smooth trip. We brief every guest before departure, and you can check your government’s latest travel advice before you go.
For a first safari in Kenya, the Maasai Mara is the classic choice for the Big Five and the Great Migration. Amboseli is famous for big elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro behind them, Lake Nakuru is known for flamingos and rhinos, and Samburu offers northern species you will not see elsewhere. Many guests combine two or three parks.
A planner will reply, usually the same day, with ideas rather than a price list.
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“Francis was the cherry on top to a perfect honeymoon.”
★★★★★ JC Mustill, Google review
Tell us your dates and group size and one of our specialists will get in touch with a tailored quote, usually the same day. No payment needed.
