Kenya Birding Safaris
Flamingos on soda lakes, highland forest birds and savannah specialities, with expert guides.
Kenya is a great birding country, with more than a thousand recorded species. The Rift Valley lakes are famous for huge numbers of water birds, while the highlands and the coast add forest and savannah species.
Our short birding trips fit neatly before or after a safari, and longer trips combine several habitats with an expert guide.
What To Expect
Over 1,000 species
Kenya's mix of lakes, forest, savannah and coast supports a very large bird list.
Rift Valley lakes
Soda lakes attract flamingos and other water birds.
Morning light
Early mornings are best for activity and photography.
Expert guides
Guides who know calls and local sites.
Where You Will Go
Lake Nakuru and the Rift Valley
Water birds, rhinos and a classic lake landscape.
Lake Naivasha
Fresh-water lake with a wide range of water birds and hippos.
Masai Mara
Savannah species, raptors and big game in one trip.
Kenya Birding Safaris Itineraries
Ready day-by-day plans you can book as they are or adjust.
Best Time To Go
July to October is the peak for the Masai Mara and the wildebeest migration. January and February are also dry and good for game viewing. April and May bring the long rains.
How We Plan It
We choose sites for the species you hope to see.
We start early and plan long mid-day breaks.
We combine birding with game drives.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time for birding in Kenya?
Birding is good all year. From about November to April migrants arrive and the lakes are busy.
Can I combine birding with a wildlife safari?
Yes, many parks offer both on the same days.
How long should I allow?
A short trip of three or four days covers the Rift Valley lakes. Longer trips add the Mara and the highlands.
