Dazzling Dubai & Kenya Safari

The glamorous desert oasis of Dubai, then Nairobi, a boat safari on Lake Naivasha, a game drive in Hell's Gate and three game drives in Masai Mara

Overview

from$5249Tour + Flights 10days

price per person, double occupancy,* based on Mar 23, 2025 departure from JFK

$600 Instant Savings. Expires Dec 26, 2024.* All prices reflect savings.

$199 deposit. Lock in your spot for less.^††

Traveling with friends or family? Claim a departure as a private trip for you and your crew (minimum 10 travelers). Call us to learn more.

Check prices & book now Get updates about this package

Style	Small Group TourTravel with a small, intimate group of no more than 16 likeminded travelers (and often much fewer), escorted by an English speaking guide and/or tour manager for some or all of your journey. (Some exceptions, including special promotional packages, may accommodate up to 30.) More of these packages Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout
Departures	March – December 2025	Group Size	16 travelers max
Themes	Active, Nature & Wildlife
Activity Level	Recreational
What to Expect	This moderately-paced, partially escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. This tour also includes long scenic drives between destinations, sometimes on bumpy unpaved roads and may have limited rest stops.
Already booked?	Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more.

Check prices & book now

Dates

Travelers

Get updates about this package

Prepare to be dazzled twice on this innovative tour package to Dubai and Kenya. Dubai is the playground of the rich and famous; home to the world's tallest building, a man-made island archipelago created for luxury living and vacationing, plenty of fine dining, and an ancient culture that has leapt from desert tent to skyscraper condo in less than 50 years. But your vacation in Dubai is only one-half of this exotic tour package.

In Kenya, explore legendary game reserves filled with magnificent wildlife and sweeping vistas that stretch as far as the eye can see. Everywhere you go, from Nairobi and Lake Naivasha to the plains of the Masai Mara and everywhere in between, the people are friendly and welcoming.

Package includes

Flights
Coach
Transfers
Hotel
Meals
Guides

Round trip flights from NYC via Emirates Airlines including taxes & fees
8 nights accommodations in deluxe hotels and safari lodges plus day use room on Day 10
18 meals: 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 6 dinners
All transfers and ground transportation
Comprehensive touring program and entrance fees
Professional, English-speaking tour guide
Hell's Gate National Park, boat safari on Lake Naivasha
3 game drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve

Optional add-ons

Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
Masai Mara Hot Air Balloon Safari with champagne breakfast
Masai tribal village tour

Why you'll love it

Enjoy the glitz and glamour of Dubai and some of the best wildlife safari experiences that Kenya has to offer!
Tour Dubai's highlights, including Burj Khalifa, the Gold and Spice Market, Jumeirah Mosque, Bastakya Al Fahidi District, and the Museum of the Future.
Board a traditional abra and glide through Dubai's waterways, passing by admirable landmarks.
Explore Dubai's surrounding dunes on an exciting Jeep desert safari tour before enjoying a traditional BBQ dinner with a belly-dancing performance.
Visit the elephant babies that inhabit the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphans' Nursery.
Gaze upon the cliffs, rock towers, and volcanoes at Hell's Gate National Park, one of the most atmospheric Parks in Africa.
Embark on a safari boat ride on Lake Naivasha to observe wildlife in this rich environment.
Search for lions, cheetahs, ostriches and more roaming the grassy plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Explore the Karen Blixen Museum, once home to "Out of Africa" author Karen Blixen.
Feed giraffes at the Langata Giraffe Center, established with the goal to protect the endangered Rothschild's giraffe.

Itinerary at a Glance

1 Depart USA
2 Dubai
3 Dubai
4 Dubai
5 Dubai & Nairobi
6 Nairobi & Lake Naivasha
7 Lake Naivasha National Park
8 Masai Mara National Reserve
9 Masai Mara National Reserve
Optional Excursion: Masai Mara Hot Air Balloon Safari with champagne breakfast, $465
Optional Excursion: Masai Village Tour (purchased locally), $25
10 Masai Mara & Nairobi/Depart Kenya

Videos

Dates & Prices

Instant Savings: Get $600 off if you book by Dec. 26, 2024!

Dates & Prices, with flights per person, double occupancy*, including Instant Savings discounts
2024 DEPARTURES
Dates	Regular Price	Instant Savings	Your Price
Departs U.S.: Sun, Nov 24, 2024 Finishes: Tue, Dec 3, 2024 Nov 24 – Dec 3	$5949	–	–	Departed
Departs U.S.: Sun, Dec 8, 2024 Finishes: Tue, Dec 17, 2024 Dec 8 – Dec 17	$5999	–	–	Departed
2025 DEPARTURES
Dates	Regular Price	Instant Savings	Your Price
Departs U.S.: Sun, Jan 12, 2025 Finishes: Tue, Jan 21, 2025 Jan 12 – Jan 21	$5949	–	–	Sold Out
Departs U.S.: Sun, Feb 9, 2025 Finishes: Tue, Feb 18, 2025 Feb 9 – Feb 18	$5849	–	–	Sold Out
Departs U.S.: Sun, Mar 23, 2025 Finishes: Tue, Apr 1, 2025 Book by Thu, Dec 26, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Mar 23 – Apr 1	$5849	–$600	$5249	Select
Departs U.S.: Sun, Sep 14, 2025 Finishes: Tue, Sep 23, 2025 Book by Thu, Dec 26, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Sep 14 – Sep 23	$6499	–$600	$5899	Select
Departs U.S.: Sun, Oct 5, 2025 Finishes: Tue, Oct 14, 2025 Book by Thu, Dec 26, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Oct 5 – Oct 14	$6199	–$600	$5599	Select
Departs U.S.: Sun, Nov 2, 2025 Finishes: Tue, Nov 11, 2025 Book by Thu, Dec 26, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Nov 2 – Nov 11	$6199	–$600	$5599	Select
Departs U.S.: Sun, Dec 7, 2025 Finishes: Tue, Dec 16, 2025 Book by Thu, Dec 26, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Dec 7 – Dec 16	$6299	–$600	$5699	Select

If you want a few extra days to explore on your own, we may be able to arrange for you to stay later than the scheduled dates, including extra hotel nights and separate airport transfers, for an additional charge. Ask us about prices and availability when (or after) you book. More information Want to extend your trip?

Options & Fees

Dazzling Dubai & Kenya Safari
Rooming Selection
Double Occupancy	included
Single Occupancy
Sep 14, 2025	$999
Jan 12, 2025; Feb 9, 2025; Mar 23, 2025	$1129
Oct 5, 2025; Nov 2, 2025; Dec 7, 2025	$1169
All other dates	$1119
Guaranteed Early Check-in, Dubai¹
Double Occupancy	$140
Single Occupancy	$260

1. Your room will be booked to guarantee it is available if you arrive at the hotel before 3pm.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
Masai Mara Hot Air Balloon Safari with champagne breakfast¹	$465

1. Operation subject to weather conditions.

Seperately Paid Fees
Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)¹ (paid separately)	$30

1. All visitors to Kenya must obtain their own visa before departure. This price is approximate, based on a single-entry visa from Kenya’s Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system.

So that we can offer you the best deals, our packages are, like most hotels and cruises, priced based on double occupancy rooms or cabins. We charge solo travelers an extra fee to cover the extra costs of single occupancy rooms or cabins. (Consider: if you booked a $200/night hotel room solo, you would pay the $200 yourself; but if a couple booked the same room, each one would pay only $100.) But you only pay extra for the rooms or cabins, nothing else, including meals, sightseeing, tips, etc. Why are single rooms more?

Flights & Departure Cities

Departure Airports
New York Kennedy (JFK)	included

This package includes round-trip flights from the city listed above. Please review the flight schedule, especially if you're booking connecting flights.

Want to fly from another city? For this package, you may request flights from Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, Orlando, San Francisco, Seattle, or Washington D.C. Unfortunately, we don't offer flights from any other cities, but you can book your own connecting flights. Ask us for a quote for flights from your preferred city when (or after) you book, and we'll get back to you with the price and availability within 3 business days. Of course, you can also book your own connecting flights. More information

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Depart USA

Check in for your overnight flight to Dubai

Day 2 Dubai

Arrive in Dubai, meet our representatives, and transfer to your centrally-located hotel
Check-in is at 3:00 pm, or you can add guaranteed early check-in to your reservation

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai or similar

Full Day Itinerary

Arrive in Dubai. After customs formalities, you'll be met by our representatives in Dubai and then escorted to your centrally located hotel. You'll have the rest of the day to explore independently.

Day 3 Dubai

Visit the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world
Explore the Gold and Spice Market
Enjoy an abra ride before a walking tour at Bastakiya Al Fahidi District
Learn about Islamic life in the UAE at Jumeirah Mosque
See the Palm Jumeirah and Atlantis
Witness the spectacular Dubai Mall Fountain Show
Meet your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai or similar Breakfast & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, visit the Burj Khalifa (formerly known as Burj Dubai), which officially opened in 2010 as the tallest building in the world. This miracle of international cooperation and coordination houses a luxury Armani hotel, offices of some of the world's most successful companies, and homes as high as the clouds for a lucky few. Take in sweeping city views from the breathtakingly high "At the Top" observation deck.

Discover the vibrant atmosphere of Dubai's Gold and Spice Market, where the scents of exotic spices mingle with the glittering gold on display. Immerse yourself in a world of sensory delights as you explore this bustling market and try your hand at haggling!

Glide through Dubai's waterways on a traditional abra as the boatman expertly navigates through the bustling water traffic. Sail past some of Dubai's most iconic landmarks, like the towering Burj Khalifa and the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, in spectacular panoramic fashion.
Later, stop at Jumeirah Mosque to gain insight into Islamic life in the United Arab Emirates during a lecture by one of the Mosque's clerks. Feel free to ask questions!

Wander through the charming alleyways of Bastakya Al Fahidi District on a walking tour that will transport you back in time. As you stroll along the narrow streets, admire the traditional wind-tower architecture and learn about the district's rich history from your knowledgeable guide.
Enjoy free time to explore and have an independent lunch at Souq Madinat Jumeirah, a vibrant market in Dubai inspired by traditional Middle Eastern architecture. Browse local handicrafts and sample delicious cuisine while taking in stunning views of the Arabian Gulf.

Stop by for Palm Jumeirah, a man-made island shaped like a palm tree, and Atlantis, located on the crescent of the Palm, for photo ops, followed by a drive-by of the glittering Marina Skyline.
End your day with excitement! As the sun sets, the fountain show at the Dubai Mall begins. Water dances in perfect synchronization with music and lights, creating a mesmerizing experience for all who witness it.

Join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.

Day 4 Dubai

Discover the fascinating exhibits at the Museum of the Future
Explore the beautiful Miracle Garden
Set out on an exciting Jeep desert safari with a local BBQ dinner

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai or similar Breakfast & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, stop at the Dubai Frame for a photo opportunity before visiting the Museum of the Future, an extraordinary destination where imagination meets innovation. This captivating museum is a testament to Dubai's vision of embracing cutting-edge technology and shaping a better future for humanity. Be immersed in a world of awe-inspiring exhibits, interactive displays, and thought-provoking installations. The museum showcases the latest advancements in science, technology, and innovation across various fields, offering a glimpse into the future.

Then, step into the Dubai Miracle Garden, an extraordinary garden home to over 50 million blooming flowers, meticulously arranged to create stunning displays that defy imagination. Marvel at the garden's record-breaking displays, including the world's largest flower wall, a spectacle that will leave you awestruck. Immerse yourself in the fragrance of countless floral varieties, from roses and tulips to exotic blooms that perfume the air and evoke a sense of tranquility.

Set out on a desert safari tour, where you'll discover the vastness and stark beauty of the desert surrounding Dubai. Experience an exciting jeep ride over the neighboring dunes. End the day with a traditional BBQ dinner and live belly-dancing entertainment.

Special Notes

Dubai Miracle Garden is closed from May to October due to weather conditions and will be replaced by a visit to the Butterfly Gardens.

The sand dunes jeep ride is not recommended for people with neck, back, or cardiac concerns. Passengers who cannot do the jeep ride will relax at the rest area during this time.

Day 5 Dubai & Nairobi

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Nairobi
Upon arrival in Nairobi, following customs and immigration formalities, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel

EKA Hotel Nairobi or similar Breakfast

Day 6 Nairobi & Lake Naivasha

Visit the Karen Blixen Museum
Visit the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
Depart Nairobi for the Great Rift Valley
After lunch and check-in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure

Lake Naivasha Country Club or similar Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast and check-out, proceed to visit the Karen Blixen Museum. "Out of Africa" author Karen Blixen formally owned the house and surrounding 4500-acre farm from 1917 until 1931 before becoming a museum in 1991.

Later, visit the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, where young orphaned elephant babies are hand-raised until they are returned to their natural habitat in the Tsavo National Park. Here, they can mingle freely with the wild community.

Next, depart Nairobi and travel west through Kenya's fertile farmlands and into the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at your lodge, set amidst acacia trees and overlooking Lake Naivasha. After lunch, check in and spend the remainder of the day leisurely. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the lodge.

Note: Visiting Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage requires advanced booking with limited tickets available per day, and it has become increasingly difficult to secure advanced tickets. A visit to Nairobi Animal Orphanage, located just outside the Nairobi National Park, will be substituted should Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage be unavailable.

Day 7 Lake Naivasha National Park

After breakfast, take a game drive in Hell's Gate National Park
Return to the lodge for lunch
Embark on a safari boat ride on Lake Naivasha

Lake Naivasha Country Club or similar Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, discover Hell's Gate National Park, named for the intense geothermal activity within its boundaries. It is a remarkable quarter of the Great Rift Valley. Spectacular scenery, including the towering cliffs, water-gouged gorges, stark rock towers, scrub-clad volcanoes, and belching plumes of geothermal steam, make it one of the most atmospheric parks in Africa. You may see African buffalo, zebra, eland, hartebeest, Thomson's gazelle, baboons, klipspringer antelope, and Chandler's mountain reedbuck. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a safari boat ride on Lake Naivasha.

Day 8 Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve
Arrive at the lodge and enjoy lunch
Take your first game drive this afternoon

Keekorok Lodge or similar Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve. This park offers terrific scenery and plenty of game viewing. In addition, it is perhaps the only region remaining in Kenya where visitors can see animals in the same abundance and variety as they existed a century ago. You'll find lions, cheetahs, buffalo, and abundant bird life, such as ostriches, cranes, and storks, among the grassy plains and lush landscape.

Every year, between June and September, millions of wildebeests and zebras migrate into the Mara in search of water. The timing of this phenomenon varies, depending on the rains, but they usually start heading back to the Serengeti in October. Whether you see the migration or not, the Mara almost guarantees you'll enjoy a magnificent time in Kenya. Enjoy lunch at your lodge, then relax until later this afternoon, when you'll take your first game drive through this haven of wildlife, lasting until sunset.

Day 9 Masai Mara National Reserve

Embark on a morning game drive, or take an optional hot air balloon safari
Have lunch at the lodge, followed by some free time to relax
Enjoy a late afternoon game drive

Keekorok Lodge or similar Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

Continue your discovery of the many species of wildlife in the park today on two game drives, one this morning and another later in the afternoon. You can replace the morning drive with an optional balloon safari, which provides an exciting opportunity to soar high over the plain for animal viewing from above. Whether you go by air or land, you will enjoy searching for animals native to this fascinating and beautiful area guided by your expert driver, who will amaze you with his ability to spot game hidden in the bush. You may see a variety of antelope, including wildebeest and Thomsons and Grant gazelles. The "Big 5" are all found in the Masai Mara as well as cheetahs, bat-eared foxes, and other varieties of wildlife.

After lunch, enjoy some leisure time at the lodge, including a refreshing swim in the pool.

Optional Excursion: Masai Mara Hot Air Balloon Safari with champagne breakfast, $465

Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take a balloon ride across the Masai Mara. Weather permitting, your flight begins in the pre-dawn hours, when the view over the park is most magnificent. Toward the end of your adventure, you'll rise to 1,500 feet for a panoramic view of the twisting Mara River and the savannah below. After an hour in the air, your safari finishes with a champagne breakfast in the bush, cooked on the balloon's burners. Flight may not operate if weather conditions are not suitable.

Optional Excursion: Masai Village Tour (purchased locally), $25

This afternoon, get an in-depth look at these colorful and pastoral people in their natural settings. Experience the Masai tribal life as you walk through a traditional village compound. You'll be greeted by the village chief and escorted around the village by a local host who will explain the history, culture, and practices of the Masai. Before departing the village, enjoy a cultural performance by the young men of the tribe, the famed warrior "morans." Credit cards are not accepted for this excursion.

Day 10 Masai Mara & Nairobi/Depart Kenya

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara for Nairobi
Enjoy a farewell lunch at the famous Carnivore Restaurant
Next, stop at the Langata Giraffe Center
Enjoy time to relax in your day-use room
Transfer to the airport for your overnight return flight back to the USA

Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport or similar Breakfast & lunch

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara for Nairobi. Upon arrival, enjoy an "all you can eat" farewell lunch at the famous Carnivore Restaurant. After your meal, visit The Langata Giraffe Center, which protects the endangered Rothschild's giraffe. Several warthogs roam freely with the giraffes. Guests may feed the giraffes from a raised feeding platform. Then, transfer to your day-use room to relax and freshen up.

Bid farewell to Kenya as you transfer to the airport for your overnight return flight. Arrive in the USA the following day.

Hotels

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Deluxe

The 5 star JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai is conveniently located in the business district of Dubai. Its location offers guests easy access to notable attractions, such as the world-renowned Dubai Mall and the jaw-dropping Burj Khalifa.

More information

EKA Hotel Nairobi

First Class

EKA Hotel is conveniently located along Mombasa Road in Nairobi, near the city's many attractions including Nairobi National Park, the Karen Blixen Museum, the National Museum, Bomas of Kenya, and the Giraffe Centre. It is also near the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the Wilson Airport, the bustling central business district and entertainment venues.

More information

Lake Naivasha Country Club

First Class

First opened in the 1930's as a staging post for Imperial Airways flying boat service from Durban to Dublin, Lake Naivasha Country Club has since transformed into a sprawling 55-acre property with a variety of accommodations and guest facilities. It is located just an hour drive from Nairobi and overlooks the lake. Perfect for both the active and leisure traveler, Lake Naivasha Country Club offers an abundance of activities to please all tastes.

More information

Keekorok Lodge

First Class

Amid the vast sweeping savanna plains stands Keekorok Lodge, Masai Mara's first game lodge. Against the backdrop of Kenya's most magnificent scenery, the lodge offers a unique and luxurious safari experience, blending contemporary African style with the magic and charm of the region. Enjoy the sunset as you watch hippos, birds and other animals from the walkway, all without even leaving the lodge.After a day of game-spotting, take a dip in the outdoor swimming swimming pool or relax in one of the lounge chairs. The lodge also has a gift shop that stocks every conceivable item for a comfortable safari as well as hand-crafted gifts, paintings and sculptures.

More information

Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport

First Class

The Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport is a 175 room hotel with a convenient location close to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The hotel features complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24 hour business center, a heated rooftop swimming pool, fitness center, complimentary self-operated laundry.

More information

In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.

Reviews & Photos

We love hearing your stories and seeing your photos! Here are some moments other travelers captured on this package. Or check out our entire fan photo gallery.

Check out independent, verified reviews from real travelers on Feefo.

Trip Details

What should I know before I go? We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements? Travel visas are required for this package. Please review the visa & entry requirements.
Can I make changes to my trip? Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions? To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 12 or older at time of travel.
Should I purchase travel insurance? Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
What's the fine print? Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Kenya? Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about Dubai? Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.