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Kenya, one of the first countries to establish game preserves, has some of the best wildlife viewing on the continent, especially from June to September, when zebras and wildebeests migrate there. The weather is temperate year-round, although light rains fall in November and December; still, these can be good months to visit because parks are less crowded. When the heavy rains arrive in April and May, many lodges close.
Package safaris have set itineraries, dates, and fees and are ideal for families who like traveling with others. Custom safaris offer plenty of variables: you can opt to pitch your own tents or stay in luxe lodges and either drive or fly between destinations of your choice.
Some outfitters include travel time to and from the United States—typically two days—in the length of a tour; a 12-day safari, for example, would give you 10 days in Kenya. Certain companies include overseas airfare in the price of their package, while others don't. Be sure to clarify the terms before booking.
800/642-2861; micato.com; 12-day safari package about $7,545 per person; custom tours from $1,000 per person per day.
800/554-7094; abercrombiekent.com; 12-day package tours from $6,750 per person (the cost of in-country flights are an extra charge); custom tours from $500 per person per day.
800/545-1910; premier tours.com; custom only; a 10-day safari (transportation by ground) from $2,500 per adult, $1,600 per child.
888/852-3742; ccafrica.com; custom only, from $200 per person per day.
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