Kenya

Do you dream of going on safari in East Africa’s most beautiful wildlife parks, but can’t decide between a Kenya safari and a Tanzania safari? Review of the different criteria to consider when making your choice: budget, time of year, type of accommodation, etc.

Most-visited countries and parks: Historically, Kenya opened its doors to tourism much earlier than Tanzania. Generally speaking, you’ll come across more people on safari in Kenya.

Travel time: Kenya’s parks and reserves are far apart. In Tanzania, the northern parks are close to each other and easily accessible from Arusha, which maximizes the time spent observing the flora and fauna.

Climate: As the climate in Tanzania and Kenya is quite similar, the dry season between June and October is ideal for organizing a safari.

Animals: The density of wildlife is equivalent in Tanzania and Kenya. Leopards are present in many parks and reserves in both countries, but they are discreet and difficult to see. Lions are king in the Serengeti and Masai Mara, while Kenya’s Amboseli and Tanzania’s Tarangire parks are known as elephant kingdoms.

Budget: Generally speaking, a safari in Kenya will offer better value for money, as airfares are often cheaper to Kenya than Tanzania, accommodation options are more varied in Kenya (but of a higher standard in Tanzania) and the cost of living is higher in Tanzania.