The best itineraries for exploring Kenya
At Roadtrip Africa, we offer a unique and flexible way to experience Kenya's wonders. Our adventurous self-drive tours include 4x4 car rental and hotel tips, combining freedom and flexibility with the reassurance of a well-planned route.
Start planning with one of our suggested Kenya itineraries. We have developed some beautiful and exciting self-drive routes, from a short 9-day circuit to an exciting 16-day safari and beach roadtrip, showing you all the marvels and diversity that Kenya has to offer.
Are you not so keen on driving yourself? Then rent a car with a local driver! Our team at Roadtrip Africa works with well-trained and truly lovable driver guides who can give you all the insights on beautiful Kenya.
At Roadtrip Africa, our experienced team is happy to help you plan the trip of a lifetime while offering car rentals and 24/7 roadside assistance. Your self-drive adventure in Kenya starts with us!
Let our routes guide you
- Rent a reliable Landcruiser
- Enjoy the freedom of the open road
- Follow a carefully designed itinerary
- Our Kenya Hotel Guide - covering 15 parks and towns and 70 best places to stay
- Make use of 24 /7 roadside assistance
- Plan less, enjoy more
- Driver-guide (optional)
Taste of Kenya
During this unforgettable 9-day adventure in Kenya, you'll visit Nakuru, the Masai Mara, Naivasha and Hell's Gate. A memorable stay at an authentic Masaai Camp is also included.
This roadtrip in Kenya is perfect for first-time visitors who are primarily interested in safari, have limited time, prefer shorter driving hours per day, or want to combine their road trip with a beach holiday add-on.
North-Central Circuit
The Kenya North-Central Circuit offers an exciting combination of safari, cultural encounters and true hidden gems.
This roadtrip is also a great option for families, due to the varied activities and modest driving hours per day. During your travels, you'll visit Meru National Park, Samburu, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Laikipia, Nakuru, Naivasha & Hells Gate and the Masai Mara. This route is among our favourites!
Bush to Beach
The bush-to-beach safari is the ultimate one-way Kenya roadtrip! Start in Nairobi and return your car to any of the towns or airports along the coast.
This tour lets you sample the best Kenya has to offer; safari, culture and beach. Go on a self-drive safari in Masai Mara, Amboseli and Tsavo National Park, savour excellent Swahili cuisine, go diving in the Indian Ocean, and enjoy picture-perfect palm-fringed white beaches in Diani, Kilifi and Watamu.
Extra tips & information
Once you've selected your itinerary and are ready for your self-drive holiday in Kenya, swing by our practical info section. We have selected multiple important topics that contain information, tips and frequently asked questions about self-driving and independent travel in Kenya.
More questions? Feel free to contact us. Roadtrip Africa is happy to point you in the right direction as you prepare for your adventurous self-drive safari in Kenya
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How about other self-drive destinations in Africa?
Tanzania
Tanzania is Africa’s ultimate safari destination and a road trip paradise. The Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Zanzibar are justifiably popular, but there are so many more hidden gems to explore, which we are keen to share with you. Hire a 4x4 with Roadtrip Africa and follow the roads less travelled.
TanzaniaUganda
Uganda is emerging as an up-and-coming travel destination. It’s a wonderful country for primate lovers, and a great place to experience an African safari for a considerably lower budget than in one of the neighbouring countries.
The warm hospitality of the locals, well-maintained roads, and its relatively compact size make Uganda an ideal choice for a self-drive adventure.
UgandaMadagascar
Few places on earth offer such an intense kaleidoscope of nature and cultural heritage than Madagascar, and getting there is half the fun. Enjoy endless white sandy beaches, rain forests, baobabs, the remarkable Tsingy, and national parks that only see 100 visitors a year. Combine this with a melting pot of mixed African and Asian cultures and French cuisine, and you can understand why we happily obeyed your wishes of adding Madagascar as our latest Roadtrip Africa destination.
Madagascar