“Kenya, breath-taking landscapes, cultures, and wildlife. Nothing says safari like Kenya. Whether you’re exploring the famed Maasai Mara, bird-encrusted Rift Valley lakes or arid Samburu plains, it’s as if you’ve stepped into a wildlife documentary. “
The fact that Kenya straddles the equator with negligible seasonal temperature variance, makes it the perfect year-round destination for a combination safari-and-beach holiday. Best known for the annual Great Migration (July to October). It is at this time that the scene is set for one of the world’s most epic natural wonders when almost two million wildebeest, zebra and gazelle leave the southern Serengeti, to arrive in the Masai Mara from late June. The Masai Mara, together with Amboseli and Tsavo National Parks, offers fantastic year-round game viewing including the legendary ‘Big Five’.
lynne waton2024-10-23We have recently returned from our first visit to South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana, booked through Cape Tours. From our very first enquiry we were impressed. Mike really listened to what we wanted and put together a fabulous itinerary. He unfailingly answered all our questions and gave us lots of helpful advice prior to departure. Our holiday was perfect from start to finish! Fabulous itinerary - at the right pace. The accommodation booked was superb- and we always seemed to be given the best rooms! Flights, car hire, pick-ups and excursions all went like clockwork. We have no hesitation in recommending Cape Tours. As well as the wonderful service they provided, their price was well below that offered by other companies.gordon fair2024-10-04Have just returned from our fifth trip to Africa,all organised by Cape Tours. This trip in particular taking in Zimbabwe, Botswana and S Africa proved to be the trip of a lifetime. Superbly planned and structured, great transport,amazing wildlife and scenery. Hospitality standards, food and wine all of the highest quality. For anyone considering a trip to Africa I would most strongly recommend Cape Tours.sean moylan2024-07-12This was our second visit to South Africa that Mike at Cape tours has organised and booked for us. We cannot fault him and his team’s efforts and his organisation and knowledge to ensure we have had truly fantastic holidays. From the moment we set off to the time we got back everything ran smoothly. The Safari at Sanbona reserve was fantastic with 5 star accommodation and was the highlight of the trip. All of the locations and accommodation Mike chose were excellent. We also traveled from Cape Town to Pretoria on Rovos Rail. This was a great experience and we would highly recommend it. For anyone wishing to visit this fantastic country on holiday I would not look anywhere else organise it for you. Mikes knowledge of the country and his advice and recommendations were all invaluable to us. We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone and would certainly use him again. Thanks again for a great holiday Mike. Sean and TracyLewis Jones2024-04-16Thanks Mike for another fantastic trip. Every property was beautiful and expertly selected. We can't wait for you to organise our next trip to South Africa.Pranab Bhadra2024-04-13Mike at Cape Tours made our trip an enjoyable and unforgettable experience once again. From understanding our needs to itinerary creation, accommodation and transport, everything was taken care of with utmost attention. Very responsive to every query we had and patiently responded to them all. We would recommend to use Cape tours for your holidays in South Africa and beyond.Ben Harris2024-04-11I approached Cape Tours when planning a trip to Zimbabwe, Botswana and South Africa. I explained the kind of holiday I had in mind, and Cape Tours did the rest. Cape Tours prepared a great itinerary, arranging all the flights, transfers and accommodation. My wife and I had a fantastic trip, including excursions at Victoria Falls, game drives in Chobe, and exploring the Cape. I would thoroughly recommend an adventure in Africa. And if you are considering one, be sure to enquire with Cape Tours.Lui Nol2024-04-08Excellent experience using Cape Tours. Always willing to help out with every query and itinerary excellent for our family. Perfect locations and accommodation taking our needs into account. I would definitely use again. Thank you .Tristana Osborne2024-02-29We throughly recommend booking with Mike at Cape Tours. It was our first time to SA and he was very knowledgeable and had great recommendations and knowledge of places to stay in Cape Town, along the Garden Route and safaris. He also provided suggestions of the ‘’must sees’, where to eat, comprehensive driving routes between destinations and useful travel tips. We had the most fabulous holiday and hope to return againGary Rogerson2023-10-20This was our 10th visit to South Africa organised by Mike and his team and each time we have had the most amazing holiday with faultless organisation and planning of our trip.Thanks again to Mike,we will be booking again very soon Gary and Sharon RogersonJulie Cooke2023-10-13We have used Cape Tours for many years, more recently for safaris. The Cape Tours service is always friendly and very efficient and we are always confident that the holiday experience will be fantastic. Mike Tompkins ensured the places we originally visited in South Africa, many years ago, were far superior to any other major travel agency at the same cost. Our recent safaris have consistently passed all expectations and been the most amazing experiences we have had. Accommodation has been superb and the game viewing out of this world. Accordingly we trust Cape Tours for all our subsequent holidays.
When To Visit Kenya
Summer
Hot and wet. Good time to spot wildlife. Some camps are closed. Period best avoided.
Autumn
Wetter, but game viewing is still good. April sees the start of heavy rainfall, a period to avoid is between end March to end May, but having said that, it is not an inconvenience.
Winter
Rainy season ends, although you can still expect some light rains). Good game viewing. August is one of the peak months to visit. The Great Migration is at its height in the Masai Mara.
Spring
Generally dry and a fantastic time to game view. Temperatures start to rise in October and a few showers are possible. However, it is a lovely time to travel if you want to avoid the crowds. Migratory herds start to leave the Mara. Some camps start to close in November. It is best to avoid travel to Kenya in November.