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Kenya

Maasai Mara

big cats, golden plains, and the Great Migration

Kenya

Amboseli

elephant herds beneath Kilimanjaro

East Africa

The Bush

sunrise game drives and sundowners

East Africa

Wild Nights

tented camps under a sky full of stars

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Field note · Kenya

Amboseli

A Geob Ventures-curated East African destination — visit for the rich heritage, dramatic wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. The atmosphere here is its own argument for the trip.

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Lion
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Lion
Panthera leo

The continent's most photographed predator. Best in golden hour.

African Elephant
Tsavo, Kenya
African Elephant
Loxodonta africana

The largest land animal alive. Family herds with serious memories.

Mountain Gorilla
Bwindi, Uganda
Mountain Gorilla
Gorilla beringei

Strict permit-only trekking. Worth every step.

Giraffe
Serengeti, Tanzania
Giraffe
Giraffa camelopardalis

Patterns unique as fingerprints. Loves an acacia.

Cheetah
Okavango Delta, Botswana
Cheetah
Acinonyx jubatus

Built for one short sprint. Spotted with quiet trackers.

Zebra
Etosha, Namibia
Zebra
Equus quagga

Two species, infinite stripe combinations.

Black Rhino
Kruger, South Africa
Black Rhino
Diceros bicornis

Critically endangered. Conservation-fund-supported sightings only.

Hippo
South Luangwa, Zambia
Hippo
Hippopotamus amphibius

Loud, grumpy, surprisingly fast on land. Don't come between them and the river.

Leopard
Sabi Sands, South Africa
Leopard
Panthera pardus

Hardest cat to spot. Sabi Sands has the best odds.

Wildebeest
Serengeti, Tanzania
Wildebeest
Connochaetes

The 1.5 million-strong migration. Follow them all year.

Lion
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Lion
Panthera leo

The continent's most photographed predator. Best in golden hour.

African Elephant
Tsavo, Kenya
African Elephant
Loxodonta africana

The largest land animal alive. Family herds with serious memories.

Mountain Gorilla
Bwindi, Uganda
Mountain Gorilla
Gorilla beringei

Strict permit-only trekking. Worth every step.

Giraffe
Serengeti, Tanzania
Giraffe
Giraffa camelopardalis

Patterns unique as fingerprints. Loves an acacia.

Cheetah
Okavango Delta, Botswana
Cheetah
Acinonyx jubatus

Built for one short sprint. Spotted with quiet trackers.

Zebra
Etosha, Namibia
Zebra
Equus quagga

Two species, infinite stripe combinations.

Black Rhino
Kruger, South Africa
Black Rhino
Diceros bicornis

Critically endangered. Conservation-fund-supported sightings only.

Hippo
South Luangwa, Zambia
Hippo
Hippopotamus amphibius

Loud, grumpy, surprisingly fast on land. Don't come between them and the river.

Leopard
Sabi Sands, South Africa
Leopard
Panthera pardus

Hardest cat to spot. Sabi Sands has the best odds.

Wildebeest
Serengeti, Tanzania
Wildebeest
Connochaetes

The 1.5 million-strong migration. Follow them all year.

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Safari questions, answered

Planning an East Africa safari?

Straight answers from our Nairobi team — costs, timing, permits and what to pack.

How much does an East Africa safari cost?
Budget camping safaris start around $150–$250 per person per day; mid-range lodge safaris run $250–$400; luxury camps from $450+. A classic 5-day Masai Mara or Serengeti package typically starts around $1,200–$1,500 per person including park fees, game drives, accommodation and meals. Every Geob Ventures tour page lists its exact price, seasonal rates and group discounts.
When is the best time to go on safari in Kenya and Tanzania?
June to October — the dry season — offers the best game viewing: grass is short, and animals gather at water. January to March is calving season in the southern Serengeti, superb for predators and fewer crowds. April–May is green season with the lowest rates. Geob Ventures runs safaris year-round and matches your dates to the wildlife.
When and where can I see the Great Migration?
The herds are in the southern Serengeti (calving) from January to March, move northwest April–June, and cross the crocodile-filled Mara River into Kenya's Masai Mara between July and October — the most dramatic window. November–December they return south. We time Mara and Serengeti itineraries around the herds' actual position.
How much is a gorilla trekking permit in Uganda or Rwanda?
A gorilla trekking permit costs $800 per person in Uganda (Bwindi Impenetrable Forest) and $1,500 in Rwanda (Volcanoes National Park). Permits are limited to 8 visitors per gorilla family per day and sell out months ahead — Geob Ventures secures permits as part of every gorilla safari.
Is East Africa safe for tourists?
Yes — the main safari circuits of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda host millions of visitors each year and are well-policed, professional tourism economies. You travel with licensed driver-guides in park-registered vehicles, and we monitor conditions on the ground daily from our Nairobi office.
Do I need a visa for Kenya, Tanzania or Uganda?
Most nationalities need a visa: Kenya uses an online eTA (~$34), Tanzania issues visas online or on arrival (~$50–100), and Uganda's e-visa is $50. The East Africa Tourist Visa ($100) covers Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda in one. We send a checklist with exact requirements for your passport when you book.
What should I pack for a safari?
Neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, olive — avoid dark blue/black, which attracts tsetse flies), a warm layer for cold mornings, sun hat, sunscreen, binoculars, camera with zoom lens, and soft-sided luggage if bush flights are involved. Gorilla treks add waterproof boots and gardening gloves. Full packing list comes with your itinerary.
Why book a safari with Geob Ventures?
We are an East Africa specialist tour operator, founded in Nairobi in 2013 — not a reseller. Our own licensed guides, direct lodge partnerships and 4×4 fleet mean better prices and real on-the-ground support, and every itinerary is tailor-made. Browse our safari packages or use the Safari Planner for a custom quote within 24 hours.
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