Discover Kenya Firsthand – April 2026
Inclusive Holidays Africa is delighted to host a special Familiarization (FAM) Trip to Kenya in April 2026, designed exclusively for travel agents, tour operators, and travel professionals.
This immersive experience offers you the chance to explore Kenya’s most iconic destinations, connect with trusted partner properties, and gain insider knowledge that will help you sell Africa with confidence.
Why Join The Fam Trip?
- Firsthand Experience: Walk the savannahs, visit luxury lodges, and experience safaris exactly as your clients will.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow travel professionals and leading hospitality partners.
- Sales Tools: Leave with the knowledge, stories, and personal insights to inspire your clients.
- Special Access: Exclusive site inspections, behind-the-scenes lodge visits, and authentic cultural encounters.
What to Expect on the Itinerary - Detailed Itinerary
Who Can Join?
This FAM trip is tailored for travel industry professionals:
Travel media & influencersWhile the detailed program will be shared closer to the date, here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store:
Travel agents
Tour operators
Safari specialists
Why Inclusive Holidays Africa?
As your trusted on-ground partner, Inclusive Holidays Africa ensures that:
- All logistics, transfers, and accommodations are seamlessly handled.
- You’ll gain insider expertise on Kenya’s top-selling destinations.
- You return home ready to sell Kenya with confidence and authenticity.
Reserve Your Spot Today
Spaces for the Kenya FAM Trip – April 2026 are limited to ensure a personalized experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore Kenya with the experts.
Contact Inclusive Holidays Africa to register your interest and secure your place.
- Destination: Amboseli National Park
- Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation:
Stylish Comfort: Kilima Camp - Deluxe Tent
Breakfast: At the hotel.
Morning: After breakfast, meet your driver-guide in the hotel lobby. We’ll board 4x4 vehicle and journey south to Amboseli—home to majestic elephants and sweeping views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. On our way visit Anagma Amboseli for site inspection, an intimate lodge in the heart of Kimana Sanctuary.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch and inspection at Amboseli Sopa lodge.
Thereafter proceed to Tawi Lodge for site inspection before heading to our overnight camp- - Kilima Safari Camp for check-in.
Afternoon: After a short time to settle in the camp, depart to enjoy your first game drive in this scenic park, where swamps and acacia woodlands attract a variety of wildlife. In between game drives visit Ol Tukai Lodge, Elewana Tortilis Camp and finally, Amboseli Serena for quick site inspections.
Dinner: Served at the camp’s main restaurant.
Spend your evening unwinding at the camp or socializing by the fire.
- Destination: Lake Naivasha
- Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation:
Stylish Comfort: Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge.
Breakfast: At the hotel.
Morning: After breakfast, meet your driver-guide in the hotel lobby. Early departure and drive to Lake Naivasha arriving in time for lunch.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch at Lake Naivasha Resort.
Afternoon: After lunch, proceed for site inspection of Sawela Lodge and Lake Naivasha Sopa before checking in at Lake Naivasha Simba. After some settling in and relaxation, meet your driver at the lobby. Drive to to Loldia House, a historic Lake Naivasha lodge in Kenya, where you can relax in nature, explore the Great Rift Valley, and experience an unforgettable safari for a site inspection. Afterwards, weather permitting enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha.
Dinner: Served at the hotel’s main restaurant.
- Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park
- Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodations:
Stylish Comfort: Lake Nakuru Lodge.
Breakfast: Start the day early with breakfast at the hotel.
Morning: After breakfast, meet your driver-guide in the hotel reception. A short drive brings you to Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp within Soysambu Wildlife Conservancy for site inspection. Thereafter proceed to Mbweha Camp for a site inspection before you enter the park and, with game viewing en route.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Afternoon: After lunch, take some time to explore the lodge’s beautiful surroundings and site inspection. Later, gather for an afternoon drive to Cliff Hotel site visit with game viewing en route. Arrive at your overnight lodge early evening.
Dinner: Return to the lodge for a delicious dinner.
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:
Stylish Comfort: Mara Maisha Camp.
Morning: After breakfast, meet your driver-guide in the hotel reception. We’ll then board our safari vehicles and drive through Mau Forest, making a brief stop in the renowned Maasai town of Narok. Continue our journey through Maasai territory en route to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at Mara Sopa Lodge upon arrival and a site inspection.
Afternoon: After lunch, we’ll set out on an afternoon game drive, with scheduled stops to visit Sarova Mara Game Camp, Basecamp Masai Mara, Ilkeliani Camp, JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge and Mara Simba Lodge for site inspections. We’ll return to then check in at our camp in the early evening, giving you time to relax and make the most of the lodge’s facilities.
Dinner: Enjoy dinner at the lodge.
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:
Stylish Comfort: Mara Maisha Camp.
Morning: After an early breakfast, meet your driver-guides in the hotel reception. We’ll then board our safari vehicles and head out on a full day game viewing drive, with scheduled morning stops to visit Mara Serena Safari Lodge, The Ritz-Carlton Masai Mara Safari Camp, Ashnil Mara Camp, for site inspections.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at Muthu Keekorok Lodge.
Afternoon: After lunch, we’ll set out on an afternoon game drive, with scheduled stops to visit nearby Sand River Masai Mara and Entim Mara Camp for site inspections. We’ll return to the lodge in the early evening, giving you somemore time to relax and make the most of the lodge’s facilities.
Dinner: Enjoy dinner at the lodge.
- Destination: Nairobi,
- Included Meals: Lunch
Morning: After a leisurely breakfast and check-out at 8:30 am, depart on your return road transfer to Nairobi. In line with the latest park regulations, all visitors must exit the park before 10:00 am. You are expected to arrive in Nairobi by early afternoon. After a farewell lunch at the Carnivore Restaurant, you will visit JW Marriott Nairobi, Villa Rosa Kempinski and Crown Plaza Naiorbi airport for site inspections before a drop at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight, or you may choose to extend your journey to the Kenya Coast (custom quote available on request).
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- 5 nights Full Board Accommodation while on safari
- Park Entry Fees
- Unlimited supply of drinking water in the safari vehicle while on safari
- Services of professional English Speaking guide-driver.
- Unlimited game viewing drives with lodge/hotel inspections in between
- Use of a custom designed pop-up roof Safari Land Cruiser while on safari
- Complimentary AMREF Flying Doctors Medical Evacuation cover while on safari
Cost Excludes
- All International Flights and Visas
- All personal expenses – laundry, telephones, soft & alcoholic drinks, tips to Camp Staff, and gratuity to Guide/Drive
- Any items not expressly specified in the itinerary
- Any optional services listed as optional in the safari program
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This FAM trip is designed exclusively for tour operators, travel agents, and media professionals who are actively promoting or interested in expanding their Africa travel portfolio.
The trip covers accommodations on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner), scheduled game drives, lodge/site inspections, transfers as per the itinerary, park entry fees, and hosted networking activities.
International flights, visas, travel insurance, personal expenses (laundry, tips, drinks not listed, etc.), and optional extensions (such as coastal stays or hot air balloon safaris) are excluded.
Group is typically kept small – maximum (12 participants) to allow for quality site visits, networking, and game drive experiences in 2 x 6 seat 4 x4 Land cruiser to guarantee window-seat to all..
You will stay in mid-range to luxury lodges and camps (Amboseli Sopa Lodge, Enashipai Resort & Spa, Lake Nakuru Lodge & Spa, Mara Leisure Camp, or similar), with opportunities to inspect additional properties during the trip.
Yes. The itinerary includes scheduled site inspections at various lodges and camps in each destination to give you a comprehensive overview of available options for clients.
Approximate drive times are:
Masai Mara → Nairobi: 5–6 hours (optional flight available)
Nairobi → Amboseli: 4.5 hours
Amboseli → Rift Valley: 6 hours
Rift Valley → Masai Mara: 5 hours
Most travelers require an eVisa to enter Kenya, which should be applied for online before travel. Yellow fever vaccination is recommended (and may be required if arriving from endemic countries). Malaria prophylaxis is also advised. Always consult your travel clinic before departure.
April is part of Kenya’s green season, with lush landscapes and occasional showers. Temperatures are mild (18–28°C / 64–82°F). A light rain jacket and comfortable safari wear are recommended.
Comfortable safari clothing in neutral colors, a hat, sunscreen, binoculars, camera, light rain gear, sturdy walking shoes, and a power bank/adapter.
