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The 15 Private Tours in Kenya That Earn Their Price

41 tours  ·  from $15 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 private tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Hell's Gate National Park Private Bike Tour from Nairobi - 7am departure and the Great Rift Valley viewpoint
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Hell’s Gate National Park Private Bike Tour from Nairobi

1.Hell’s Gate National Park Private Bike Tour from Nairobi

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

Leave Nairobi at 7am for Hell’s Gate National Park, where a private guide leads you by bicycle past zebra, gazelle, eland, and hartebeest, then on foot through narrow gorges. Add a Maasai community visit and an optional Lake Naivasha boat ride. Drivers such as Stephen, Isaac, and Dennis have been praised for careful, informative service.

“4 of us were picked up by George promptly at 0645. We took an ~2hr drive (saw baboons along the way) to a spot where we picked out our bikes just outside of the park’s gate. I would have given this review 5 stars but all of the bikes were In very poor condition. 3 out of our 4 bikes had issues along the way but our bike tour guide did the best he could to make our journey feasible. We saw zebras, gazelles, warthogs, monkeys and giraffe…..it was amazing! After the bike portion, we drove to Lake Naivasha for lunch and a boat tour. The lunch was decent (vegetarian…”

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Mombasa: Kisite Park Private Cruise with Breakfast and Lunch - Breakfast on the way to Kisite Marine Park
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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

This private coastal day links dolphin watching, reef snorkeling, a Kisite sandbank stop, Swahili breakfast and lunch, Wasini Island, and Shimoni Slave Caves. Guides such as Francis, Jimmy, Eric, and Ali are praised for careful help in the water. Scuba is available for an added €60 cash fee.

“Our day out to Wasini island and Shimona caves was stunning. Our driver Jimmy picked us up and dropped us back at our accommodation, so all was smooth and easy. The team were knowledgeable and friendly. Snorkelling on the reef was amazing, Francis took time to show us special sights like octopus in the coral. White sand beach in the middle of the sea. Fantastic meal on Wasini Island. Tour of the caves included a local guide who told us the history - a hard listen but a good thing to know about. We felt really safe and well looked after all day, and saw some amazing sights. Highly recommended!”

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3 days Masai Mara on Private 4x4 Land Cruiser - Day two: the full Masai Mara game-drive day
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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

Travel privately from Nairobi to Masai Mara in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with an English-speaking driver-guide. You will cross farming country, pause at the Great Rift Valley, and enjoy game drives focused on lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, rhinos, cheetahs, and migrating wildebeest. Guides such as George, John, and Peter are available by request when possible.

“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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Masai Mara 3 Day Safari | Private 4WD Jeep Tour - The full-day game drive on Day 2
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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

You’ll travel from Nairobi in a private 4WD Land Cruiser with an English-speaking driver-guide, arriving at the Maasai Mara around lunchtime. Expect two nights, three days of game drives, Rift Valley views, included meals, and a possible Maasai cultural visit. Confirm your lodge, guide language, and optional stops before booking.

“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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Safe and Private Airport transfer in Nairobi - The walk to the airport parking area
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Safe and Private Airport transfer in Nairobi

5.Safe and Private Airport transfer in Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $20

Arrange a private, air-conditioned transfer from Nairobi airport to a downtown hotel, or book the return ride to the airport. Your driver waits with a sign bearing your name, even during long visa lines or flight delays. David, Harrison, and Jane are among the drivers praised for clear communication and helpful city tips. Westlands, Karen, and Naivasha cost extra.

“We used this transfer from our hotel to Wilson airport. Jane was our driver and was punctual, knowledgeable and such a delight to ride with. She navigated Nairobi with knowledge and confidence, which is not an easy feat. Communication was easy and our transfers were flawlessly executed. Highly recommend.”

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Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Masai Mara 4 Days Private Jeep Safari - Day two: A second look at Nakuru and the road to Maasai Mara
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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

Travel from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara in a private safari Jeep. Expect a boat ride, Crescent Island walk, rhino viewing, full-day game drives, and meals. Guides such as George, James, Mike, Tony, and Norman have led past departures, but your assigned guide may differ.

“My wife and I booked a 4 days safari to Lake Nakuru, Naivasha and Masai Mara. We saw a lot of wild animals, birds and beautiful landscapes. We chose to stay at Lake Nakuru lodge and Zebra Plains Tented Camp.”

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Ultimate 12 Days Private Safari Tour in Kenya and Tanzania - Day 3: Thompson’s Falls, Lake Naivasha, and a walking safari
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Ultimate 12 Days Private Safari Tour in Kenya and Tanzania

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

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

Spend 12 days on a private Kenya and Tanzania safari, with game drives at Ol Pejeta, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, and Amboseli. Your group can shape the pace, lodging level, and wildlife focus. Guides including George, Vincent, Joshua, Ben, and Peter have earned special praise, though guide assignments are not guaranteed.

“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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Private Hiking Day Trip to Mt. Longonot from Nairobi - Climbing Mt. Longonot through steep ravines
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Private Hiking Day Trip to Mt. Longonot from Nairobi

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

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

Leave Nairobi at 6 a.m. with a private English-speaking guide such as Peter, Alex, or Vincent, then hike Mt. Longonot through steep ravines to its crater rim. Afterward, stop for lunch by Lake Naivasha and add an hour-long boat ride for birds and hippos. The hike takes about four hours and needs moderate fitness.

“I was picked up at my hotel by Peter at 6:00am, which is a good time because of the traffic, trucks, and road conditions going into the Rift Valley. Also the hike can be hot so you don’t want too start late. I wanted a good workout and Peter set Read more”

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Nairobi: National Park Private Tour in 4X4 Jeep - The early pickup and ride from Nairobi
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Nairobi: National Park Private Tour in 4X4 Jeep

9.National Park Private Tour in 4X4 Jeep

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

Take a six-hour private safari from your Nairobi hotel in an open-roof Landcruiser. Guides such as Kelvin, Kevin, Edwin, Vincent, and Sam help you spot lions, rhinos, giraffes, buffalo, birds, and more. Bottled water, hotel transfers, and the game drive are included. The Giraffe Centre can be added, but you pay its entry fee.

“Kevin was terrific from the beginning. He was on time, friendly and helpful. He was a careful and skilled driver both on the road and in the park. He was great at spotting animals and getting me in a good position to get the shot. He knew all about every animal in the park so not only did I get good photos, I learned from him as well. Overall Kevin and his group made this an awesome activity. The animals helped also.”

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Private Tour in Kibera the Largest Slum - Starting beside the old railway
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Private Tour in Kibera the Largest Slum

10.Private Tour in Kibera the Largest Slum

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

Spend four hours in Kibera with local guide Rally, who grew up in the community and helps run a school for children with challenges. You will visit the old railway, a household, bone-recycling workshop, school, football team, market, and traditional dance program. Pickup is flexible, and the private tour costs $15 per person.

“Amazing. Highly recommend. You will learn and experience a lot. You will be a better human being after this tour.”

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Diani Beach: Private African Pool Map Guided Tour - Meeting at Kongo Mosque and crossing the river
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Diani Beach: Private African Pool Map Guided Tour

11.Private African Pool Map Guided Tour

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

Meet at Kongo Mosque, cross the Kongo River at low tide, then ride a motorbike through Tiwi to the coast. Walk over wave-cut rocks, inspect small pools and caves, snorkel, and swim in the African Pool. Guides Mohamed or Sudi may lead, with equipment and protective shoes included.

“This is really a hidden gem! The place is really special and completely beautiful! Mohamed was a great guide. He took his time to find and show me a variety of sea species (fishes like the parrot fish and the lionking fish, starfishes, and more). He was friendly, and available for all my questions! He let me snorkel long enough in different caves which made the tour completey worth it. Will recommend this tour to my friends! Thank you!”

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

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

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

Leave Nairobi at 5:00 am for Amboseli National Park in a private 4x4 with a pop-up roof. Look for elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, birds, and more, with Kilimanjaro as the backdrop when the clouds clear. Guides such as Peter, Brian, and Julias are praised for sharp animal spotting. Lunch and hotel pickup are included, but park entry is extra.

“We saw a herd of lions cross the street directly in front of us. It was awesome! Peter was our tour guide and he was so nice. Very knowledgeable and got us to and from the park safely.”

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Samburu, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara 6 Days Private 4x4 Jeep Safari - Day 2: A full Samburu day along the Ewaso Nyiro River
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Samburu, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara 6 Days Private 4×4 Jeep Safari

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

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

Spend six days in a private 4x4 Jeep exploring Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara. Expect long drives, several game drives, lodge or tented-camp stays, included meals, and a private driver-guide. Guides such as Peter, Joseph, Robinson, and Ben have earned strong praise, though your assigned guide may differ.

“The company went broke. We went from January 9-20. We squeezed payments by raising hell, along with our disgusted driver, until day 7, then we paid. We went to the Tourist Police Twice. In Nairobi they went with us to the company headquRead more”

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Half-Day Nairobi National Park Private Tour with admission - Searching for lions, rhinos, buffalo, and leopard
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Half-Day Nairobi National Park Private Tour with admission

14.Half-Day Nairobi National Park Private Tour with admission

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $167

Spend about five hours on a private Nairobi National Park tour with hotel or airport pickup, a four-hour game drive in a pop-up-roof safari vehicle, park admission, bottled water, and an optional visit to Kobe Tough Beads and Leather. This is a practical safari sampler for a layover or short Nairobi stay.

“Driver lacked communication and wasn't prepared from when we started the tour. He was taking private calls along the drive. In addition, we could visibly see we were going to get stuck in the mud on a road that wasn't required for us to passRead more”

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Full Day Private Tour of Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa - Bachuma Gate and the first game drive
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Full Day Private Tour of Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa

15.Full Day Private Tour of Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · from $315

Leave Mombasa at 5:30 am for Tsavo East in a private safari vehicle with a pop-up roof. Search for elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and birds near Bachuma Gate and Aruba Dam. Guides including Hemed, Benjamin, George, and Katana are praised for sharp eyes, wildlife knowledge, and careful driving.

“The tour was well arranged. The only disappointment was not being able to see enough animals. This really isn't the tour or the tour operators fault. The park is really big and seeing animals really depends on your luck. I only saw one lioness, a few giraffes, elephants, zebras and some smaller animals. It's a long drive to make only to see such limited wildlife.”

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★ 5.03-Days 2-Nights Tsavo East and West Private Safari.From $9903 reviews
★ 5.0Lake Nakuru National Park: Daytrip in a 4X4 Private JeepFrom $1953 reviews
★ 5.0Half-Day Nairobi National Park Private SafariFrom $1306 reviews
★ 4.6Day Tour to Mount Longonot (Private)From $693 reviews
★ 4.82-Days 1-Night Masai Mara Private 4WD SafariFrom $40010 reviews
★ 5.0Nairobi National Park private safari in a 4*4 landcruiserFrom $16022 reviews
★ 5.0Private 6-Days Tour Exploring in Amboseli & Nakuru National ParkFrom $2,10023 reviews
★ 5.03 Days Best of MasaiMara Wildlife Private Safari, Mid-Range offerFrom $1,10021 reviews
★ 4.5Shimba Hills Day Safari & Sheldrick Falls Hike Private TourFrom $27021 reviews
★ 5.0Private Day Trip to Kiambethu Tea Farm in Limuru from NairobiFrom $14131 reviews
★ 5.0Masai Mara 3 Days Tour Safari Private 4WD LandcruiserFrom $1,95030 reviews
★ 5.0Hell’s Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha Private TourFrom $9529 reviews
★ 5.012 Days Kenya and Tanzania Budget Private Safari from NairobiFrom $3,70828 reviews
★ 4.8PRIVATE OVERNIGHT SALTLICK SAFARI FROM MOMBASA OR DIANIFrom $60023 reviews
★ 4.6Private City Tour with Fort Jesus & Haller ParkFrom $12924 reviews

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