For seniors
Kenya Safari for Seniors
Right pacing, best camps, unhurried mornings, and no dawn wake up calls unless you want them.
Key takeaways
- Fly in itineraries eliminate long road transfers.
- Mid range and luxury camps have all ensuite tents, no roughing.
- Mobility limited itineraries available.
- Medical support available in all main camps.
Sample senior friendly 8-day
Nairobi (Hemingways) → fly to Amboseli (3N) → fly to Mara (3N) → fly to Nairobi. Only two 45-minute flights, no roads. Two game drives per day, but only if you want them.
Comfort tips
Skip the 5am wake up occasionally, cats are lazy anyway. Pick camps with plunge pools. Allow a rest day mid trip. Layer for the cold Mara mornings.
Medical & mobility
AMREF Flying Doctors membership included on our trips. Camps have first response medics. Ground floor tents and walk in showers available at Sarova, Serena, Sanctuary properties.
FAQ
Frequently asked
- Is Kenya safari OK for over-70s?
- Absolutely, one of our regular guest demographics. Fly in and comfortable camps make it very manageable.
- Walking required?
- Only what you choose, you can safari entirely from the vehicle.
- Altitude issues?
- None, the Mara sits at 1,600m, no meaningful altitude concern.
- Medical evacuation?
- AMREF Flying Doctors covers evacuation to Nairobi hospitals. Included on our trips.
Ready when you are
Let's plan your Kenyan safari.
Tell us your dates and interests, we usually send a tailor made itinerary within 24 hours.