Frequently Asked Questions

Booking your dream safari is easy! You can:

• Online: Browse our tours and use the booking form on each tour page
• Email: Send your preferences to bookings@thegreatadventures.co.ke
• Phone/WhatsApp: Call us at +254 725 758 883 for personalized assistance
• Visit: Stop by our Nairobi office for a face-to-face consultation

We typically respond within 24 hours with a customized itinerary.

Absolutely! Every safari is unique. We specialize in creating custom itineraries based on your interests, budget, and schedule. Whether you want to add a hot air balloon ride in the Masai Mara or extend your stay in Amboseli, we'll make it happen.

The dry seasons (June-October and January-February) offer the best wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources. However:

• Great Migration (Masai Mara): July to October for river crossings
• Bird watching: November to April for migratory birds
• Green season: March-May for lush landscapes and fewer tourists

We use custom-designed 4x4 Toyota Land Cruisers and Land Rovers with:

• Pop-up roofs for unobstructed photography
• Window seats guaranteed for every guest
• Refrigerators for drinks and snacks
• Charging ports for devices
• Experienced driver-guides certified by the Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association

We accept multiple payment options:

• Bank transfer (Kenyan Shillings or USD)
• Credit/debit cards (Visa, MasterCard) via secure payment gateway
• M-Pesa (for local bookings)
• PayPal (with small processing fee)

Yes! Groups of 4 or more receive special rates. Contact us for a customized quote. Solo travelers can also join our shared group departures at competitive rates.

For entry to Kenya, you need:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months from entry date
• Kenya eVisa (apply online before travel - $50)
• Return flight ticket
• Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from endemic countries)

Consult your doctor 4-6 weeks before travel. Recommended vaccinations include:

• Yellow Fever (mandatory if arriving from endemic zones)
• Hepatitis A & B
• Typhoid
• Tetanus
• Malaria prophylaxis (strongly recommended)