Safety is one of the most common questions travelers ask when planning a trip to Africa. So, is Kenya a safe destination? Our answer is a confident yes.
Kenya is widely regarded as a secure country to visit, especially for guests taking part in guided safaris and professionally organised tours such as the ones we offer. With experienced private drivers and guides, travel is carefully planned and well managed, allowing visitors to focus on enjoying the experience.
As with major cities anywhere in the world, there are certain areas in cities like Nairobi and Mombasa that are best avoided. Simple, common-sense precautions make a big difference. We recommend using hotel-arranged transport at night, avoiding walking alone after dark, keeping valuables discreet, and leaving flashy jewellery at home.
By following these basic guidelines, most visitors enjoy a safe, relaxed, and memorable stay in Kenya.
Experience the ultimate freedom with a private safari from PawPrint Safaris. This exclusive trip is designed just for you, letting you travel at your own pace and explore exactly as you wish. Our experienced travel consultants ensure that every detail of your journey aligns with your preferences, creating a truly personalized adventure.
There are many benefits to choosing a private safari with PawPrint Safaris. First, you’ll travel in a private safari vehicle with your own personal guide, giving you the flexibility to decide what time to start your day and when to return (always guided by your expert’s advice, of course).
Second, once inside a national park, you can focus on the animals or herds that interest you, lingering as long as you like. There’s no pressure to move on—your experience is entirely on your terms.
Finally, because your guide knows your preferences, they can provide tailored tips and insights, transforming your safari into an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience with PawPrint Safaris.
At PawPrint Safaris, we are dedicated to co-creating your perfect African journey. When you plan your adventures with us, you’re not just booking a trip—you’re embarking on a fully personalized experience designed around your wishes and preferences.
We begin by understanding exactly what you want from your safari and continue refining every detail until your journey aligns perfectly with your vision. Our team works closely with you to ensure that every aspect of your trip is tailor-made for your satisfaction.
For added convenience, PawPrint Safaris also provides a selection of our most popular African tours and safaris as inspiration, giving you a starting point while still allowing your itinerary to be completely customized to your preferences.
Absolutely! Kenya is home to all of the Big Five, along with a vast array of other incredible wildlife. In short: wildlife galore! These magnificent creatures—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—can be observed in their natural habitats, making Kenya an ideal destination for wildlife enthusiasts.
With PawPrint Safaris, you have the opportunity to experience these animals up close, guided by experts who know the best spots and times for unforgettable wildlife encounters.
AM. Transfer to Mountain Rock lodge (200kms /3.5hrs).
PM. Acclimatisation nature hike. (2kms /3hrs).
D1 details: Drive from Nairobi northwards past farmlands to the base of Mount Kenya arriving at our lodge - Mountain Rock Lodge in time for lunch. Mountain Rock Lodge is an old country hotel tucked away in the forest on the western slopes of Mt Kenya, where your acclimatisation begins in earnest. To acclimatise to the terrain and altitude we have a forest walk to the Mau Mau caves. Our naturalist guide will reveal the forest food recipes, herbal medicines and survival techniques of the Mau Mau freedom fighters. Alternatively you can choose other activity at the Lodge - horse riding, trout fishing, mountain biking and bird watching. After lunch, a culturally oriented walk through the local Kikuyu villages and farms.
AM. Transfer to Gathiuru Forest approx. 15kms / 1hr.
P.M Trek to Giant Bamboo camp 10kms / 4h). Ascent: +740m.
D2 Details: Early breakfast, then briefing and equipment check drive to Gathiuru Forest Station (2000m). From here it is a long but thrilling walk through dense forest and towering bamboo to our own Giant Bamboo camp. In the forest there are many species of brightly coloured birds such as the scarlet winged turacos and different species of monkeys. Elephant and buffalo are also common sightings.
D3 Details: The bamboo give way to enormous podocarpus and pencil cedar forest and as we climb higher we pass through the Hygenia or Hypercium zone also know as the rosewood zone (generally found at 2850-3000m). We spend the night close to the sheer lava cliffs of the "Highland Castle".
D4 Details: Trek to the base of the high peaks then take summit circuit trail in the clockwise direction, with amazing views of the jagged volcanic peaks and glaciers. Our target is to get to Shipton's Mountain Hut/Camp located in the Mackinder's valley. From the camp we have a panoramic view of all the main peaks including Terere and Sendeyo two ancient parasitic vents of the main peaks. Climbing high (Hausberg Col) and sleeping low (Shipton's) is excellent for acclimatisation.
D5 Details: Just before dawn we are woken by our guides and hot tea is served before we begin the last leg of our trek to the summit. The trek begins beneath the stars as we zigzag our way up a large scree slope guided only by torch light to reach Pt. Lenana. It's an exhilarating 3 hours from here to reach the hiker's summit, Pt Lenana (4985m) in time for the sunrise!. A further 2 hours down to Shipton's camp (4200m) for a hefty breakfast. Then down to OldMoses Camp 3340m. for overnight.
D6 Details: A short morning trek to Sirimon park gate (2600m) and connect with the vehicle for transfer back to Mountain Rock Lodge for a hot shower and lunch before the journey back to Nairobi.
End of Tour!
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Physical address: Baridi Corner, Kiserian