East Africa · Kenya · Tanzania · Uganda · Rwanda
Expert-crafted safari packages across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda & Rwanda — from Masai Mara game drives and Serengeti migration to gorilla trekking in Bwindi. Five-star safaris into the wild — and the adventure never stops.
From Kenya to Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda — every itinerary is hand-built by the same people who'll meet you at the airport. No call centres. No resellers. No shortcuts.
4 countriesNairobi-born, bush-raised. Every guide on our roster has 15+ years leading safaris across East Africa, with no foreign brokers, no junior hand-offs, just people who actually know where the lions sleep.
There is no “click here to book” button. Every itinerary is hand-built, conversationally, around your dates, your budget, and your bucket list.
One quote, all-in. Park fees, transfers, taxes, all included from day one. No upgrades sprung on you at the lodge desk, no hidden charges anywhere.
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Fantastic experience. Our guide Simon was knowledgeable and helpful and so fun. Made the experience great for our family. We spotted so many animals and the accommodations were wonderful. We had a memorable trip. Our teens were excited to see new sights daily and learn more about the Masai culture and Kenya. Food was tasty, beds were comfortable, and our guide made it amazing. Thank you to the Imara team who helped us organized our trip and stay. They responded quickly to our requests and questions. We are sad to leave Kenya and will be back! Thank you Imara team!
This safari has been nothing short of epic. When looking for a safari, Cate was very thorough - understood what we were looking for, asked good questions, understood our budget, and made us comfortable throughout the entire process. Once in Kenya, all of the details were well thought through - every ride, every meal, and we were able to truly maximize the limited time and budget that we had. We were able to experience so much, and our guide Simon answered every question we had, guided us safely through the different terrain and Kenyan traffic, and made sure everything was done to ensure that we experienced as many different animals as possible from several wonderful vantage points. We felt cared for though the whole process and appreciate Imara Africa for everything they did to make this safari a memorable, once in a lifetime experience!
This safari has been nothing short of epic. When looking for a safari, Cate was very thorough - understood what we were looking for, asked good questions, understood our budget, and made us comfortable throughout the entire process. Once in Kenya, all of the details were well thought through - every ride, every meal, and we were able to truly maximize the limited time and budget that we had. We were able to experience so much, and our guide Simon answered every question we had, guided us safely through the different terrain and Kenyan traffic, and made sure everything was done to ensure that we experienced as many different animals as possible from several wonderful vantage points. We felt cared for though the whole process and appreciate Imara Africa for everything they did to make this safari a memorable, once in a lifetime experience!
Fantastic experience. Our guide Simon was knowledgeable and helpful and so fun. Made the experience great for our family. We spotted so many animals and the accommodations were wonderful. We had a memorable trip. Our teens were excited to see new sights daily and learn more about the Masai culture and Kenya. The great migration animals were spectacular. So many to see. Food was tasty, beds were comfortable, and our guide made it amazing. Thank you to the Imara team who helped us organized our trip and stay. They responded quickly to our requests and questions. We are sad to leave Kenya and will be back! Thank you Imara team!
We had an amazing safari experience from start to finish. Everything was perfectly organized, and the communication before and during the trip was excellent. Our guide was professional, knowledgeable, and passionate about wildlife, making every moment exciting and informative. We were lucky enough to see an incredible variety of animals, and the guide always made sure we had the best viewing opportunities while respecting nature. The vehicle was comfortable, the schedule was well planned, and we felt safe throughout the entire trip. This safari exceeded all of our expectations and created memories we will never forget. We highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Kenya. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!
We had an amazing safari experience from start to finish. Everything was perfectly organized, and the communication before and during the trip was excellent. Our guide was professional, knowledgeable, and passionate about wildlife, making every moment exciting and informative. We were lucky enough to see an incredible variety of animals, and the guide always made sure we had the best viewing opportunities while respecting nature. The vehicle was comfortable, the schedule was well planned, and we felt safe throughout the entire trip. This safari exceeded all of our expectations and created memories we will never forget. We highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Kenya. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!
Fantastic experience. Our guide Simon was knowledgeable and helpful and so fun. Made the experience great for our family. We spotted so many animals and the accommodations were wonderful. We had a memorable trip. Our teens were excited to see new sights daily and learn more about the Masai culture and Kenya. Food was tasty, beds were comfortable, and our guide made it amazing. Thank you to the Imara team who helped us organized our trip and stay. They responded quickly to our requests and questions. We are sad to leave Kenya and will be back! Thank you Imara team!
This safari has been nothing short of epic. When looking for a safari, Cate was very thorough - understood what we were looking for, asked good questions, understood our budget, and made us comfortable throughout the entire process. Once in Kenya, all of the details were well thought through - every ride, every meal, and we were able to truly maximize the limited time and budget that we had. We were able to experience so much, and our guide Simon answered every question we had, guided us safely through the different terrain and Kenyan traffic, and made sure everything was done to ensure that we experienced as many different animals as possible from several wonderful vantage points. We felt cared for though the whole process and appreciate Imara Africa for everything they did to make this safari a memorable, once in a lifetime experience!
This safari has been nothing short of epic. When looking for a safari, Cate was very thorough - understood what we were looking for, asked good questions, understood our budget, and made us comfortable throughout the entire process. Once in Kenya, all of the details were well thought through - every ride, every meal, and we were able to truly maximize the limited time and budget that we had. We were able to experience so much, and our guide Simon answered every question we had, guided us safely through the different terrain and Kenyan traffic, and made sure everything was done to ensure that we experienced as many different animals as possible from several wonderful vantage points. We felt cared for though the whole process and appreciate Imara Africa for everything they did to make this safari a memorable, once in a lifetime experience!
Fantastic experience. Our guide Simon was knowledgeable and helpful and so fun. Made the experience great for our family. We spotted so many animals and the accommodations were wonderful. We had a memorable trip. Our teens were excited to see new sights daily and learn more about the Masai culture and Kenya. The great migration animals were spectacular. So many to see. Food was tasty, beds were comfortable, and our guide made it amazing. Thank you to the Imara team who helped us organized our trip and stay. They responded quickly to our requests and questions. We are sad to leave Kenya and will be back! Thank you Imara team!
We had an amazing safari experience from start to finish. Everything was perfectly organized, and the communication before and during the trip was excellent. Our guide was professional, knowledgeable, and passionate about wildlife, making every moment exciting and informative. We were lucky enough to see an incredible variety of animals, and the guide always made sure we had the best viewing opportunities while respecting nature. The vehicle was comfortable, the schedule was well planned, and we felt safe throughout the entire trip. This safari exceeded all of our expectations and created memories we will never forget. We highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Kenya. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!
We had an amazing safari experience from start to finish. Everything was perfectly organized, and the communication before and during the trip was excellent. Our guide was professional, knowledgeable, and passionate about wildlife, making every moment exciting and informative. We were lucky enough to see an incredible variety of animals, and the guide always made sure we had the best viewing opportunities while respecting nature. The vehicle was comfortable, the schedule was well planned, and we felt safe throughout the entire trip. This safari exceeded all of our expectations and created memories we will never forget. We highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Kenya. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!
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Nairobi-based since 2015. Kenya is our home. We plan safaris across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda & Rwanda. Pick any month below for on-the-ground expert advice, packing tips, wildlife highlights and cost estimates.
The single best month for the Great Migration — right here in Kenya. Crossings at peak frequency, extraordinary wildlife density.
Why Kenya in August
Most Mara crossings of the year · Lake Nakuru & Naivasha combo · Laikipia wilderness
Suggested Combo · KE + TZ + UG + RW
Peak migration in Kenya + Tanzania. Extend to Uganda and Rwanda for gorillas — the once-in-a-lifetime safari. 14–21 days.
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Peak Mara crossings — herds at full strength in the Masai Mara
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Book at least a year ahead. Cold early mornings — warm jacket essential. Protect camera gear from dust. Peak prices apply.
Weather Across East Africa
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12 km/h
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21°C
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Bone dry
1M+ wildebeest in Kenya; best Big Five viewing in the Mara
Note: Climate change has shifted migration timing in recent years; actual movement may differ by weeks. Latest updates →
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Custom 4×4 Land Cruisers, open-sided game viewers and luxury transfers, purpose-built for the African bush.
Pop-up roof, twin fuel tanks, charging at every seat — a quick tour of how our vehicles are built for the bush.
Imara isn't a brand or a portal. It's a small Nairobi-based team led by people who guide the parks themselves.
Lewis Munuhe
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Karibu, and thank you for considering Imara.
When you send us a brief, you reach a Nairobi-based team — not a call centre, not a chatbot. I personally read every itinerary request and come back with thoughts within minutes, not days.
Imara was built by East-African guides, conservationists and naturalists who've spent decades inside the parks where you'll travel. Routes off the obvious circuit. Lodges chosen for character, not commission. Drivers who can read the dust at eighty metres.
If something on this page catches your eye — or you have only the rough sketch of a trip in mind — write to me directly. We'll come back with something honest, well-considered, and entirely yours.
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Founder & Director · Imara Africa Safaris
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30 min readFig. 01 · Safari Planning1 readsOur Masai Mara Serengeti safari comparison explains wildlife, migration seasons, park access, costs and practical itineraries, so first-time travellers can choose with confidence.
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