Kenya · FULL-DAY

The 15 Full-Day Tours in Kenya That Earn Their Price

44 tours  ·  from $60

The good full-day tours fill up weeks out and the best of them go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

Full-Day Special Wasini Island Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch - Breakfast begins on the boat
Diani Beach Tours, Full-Day, Lunch Experiences, Snorkeling, Snorkelling Trips in Diani Beach, Tour Reviews, Tours, Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park Tours, Wasini Island Tours in Diani Beach

Full-Day Special Wasini Island Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch

1.Full-Day Special Wasini Island Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 184 reviews · from $126Our pick

Set out from Diani at 6:30 a.m. for Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park, with two snorkeling sessions, a possible dolphin sighting, onboard breakfast, a sandbar stop, Wasini Island lunch, Coral Garden, and the Slave Caves. Small boats carry 6 to 12 people, with equipment, drinks, and underwater footage included.

“The pickup and dropoff were great. Kevin was a really cool driver. Snorkel and underwater footage also really good and the best part of the trip. The food was not great as it was really cold, also not enough coffee and beers for lunch were warm. The staff was really friendly.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full Day Nairobi Cultural and Historical Tour - Reading Nairobi through its city center
Full-Day, Historical Tours, Nairobi Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Full Day Nairobi Cultural and Historical Tour

2.Full Day Nairobi Cultural and Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · from $85Top rated

Spend a half-day seeing Nairobi through local eyes, with downtown walking, the National Museum, and Giraffe Centre or Bomas of Kenya depending on the confirmed plan. Guides such as Obed, Tim, Moses, and Steve are noted for flexible pacing, city insight, and help with busy streets.

“Great tour guide. Knew and shared a lot of historical information. Made sure I was comfortable. Would recommend.”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Mombasa/Mtwapa/Diani/Tiwi: Tsavo East Full-Day Safari - Early pickup and the road from the coast
Full-Day, Safari, Tour Reviews, Tsavo National Park Safaris

From Mombasa/Mtwapa/Diani/Tiwi: Tsavo East Full-Day Safari

3.From Mombasa/Mtwapa/Diani/Tiwi: Tsavo East Full-Day Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 130 reviews · 10 hours · from $200

Spend a long day exploring Tsavo East with an English-speaking guide, game drives, red elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo. Pickup is available from Mombasa, Shanzu, Mtwapa, Diani Beach, and Tiwi. Expect a 3 to 3.5-hour drive each way, shared transport, lunch, and extra park fees.

“We was very lucky. We saw so many elephants, zebras but only one lion and so much more. Our guide knew so many things about all the animals and saw them from far away. Definitely recommend :) we loved it”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full Day Lake Nakuru Park and optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha - Entering Lake Nakuru National Park around 9 a.m.
Boat Trips in Nairobi, Cruises & Boat Tours, Full-Day, Lake Naivasha Tours, Lake Nakuru Tours, Nairobi Tours, Tour Reviews

Full Day Lake Nakuru Park and optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha

4.Full Day Lake Nakuru Park and optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 95 reviews · from $202

Leave Nairobi early for Lake Nakuru’s rhinos, giraffes, lions, flamingoes, and birdlife, then continue to Lake Naivasha for an optional hippo and eagle boat ride. Private guides such as Paul, Peter, Jimmy, and Simba tailor the day, though park fees, meals, and the boat cost extra.

“Our guide was Jimmy again (yay) - and he's very patient and fun to hang with - amazing driver (both on road and offorad!) - we enjoyed our game drive in this park. He was able to spot animals for us and explain to us a lot of things. We've been to Southern Africa before and on several other game drives, yet we were still able to learn a lot from Jimmy on this game drive! Thanks for the tour and would recommend to friends and family!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full Day Dolphin Watching with Snorkeling in Wasini - The early pickup and road to Shimoni
Diani Beach Tours, Dolphin Watching, Full-Day, Snorkeling, Snorkelling Trips in Diani Beach, Tour Reviews, Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park Tours, Wasini Island Tours in Diani Beach

Full Day Dolphin Watching with Snorkeling in Wasini

5.Full Day Dolphin Watching with Snorkeling in Wasini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $113

Spend 7 to 8 hours with guides Omar and Hussein exploring Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, watching for dolphins, snorkeling, visiting Mkwiro Village, eating Swahili food, and touring the Shimoni Slave Caves. Pickup, park fees, equipment, and lunch are included.

“Omar from Safe Adventures Safaris was a fun and organized host. A resident of the area, he has intimate knowledge of the environment and loves the ocean. Douw trip was great, snorkeling fantastic, and swimming with dolphins a memorable experience. We'll worthwhile!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full Day Private Tour of Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa - Bachuma Gate and the first game drive
Full-Day, Mombasa Tours, National Parks, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours, Tsavo National Park Safaris, Tsavo Safaris in Mombasa

Full Day Private Tour of Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa

6.Full Day Private Tour of Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · from $315

Leave Mombasa at 5:30 am for a private 15-hour safari in Tsavo East. Your guide may be Hemed, Benjamin, George, John, Katana, or Patrick. Expect a pop-up-roof vehicle, Aruba Dam, lunch, elephants, lions, and a long, bumpy return drive.

“Animal sightings by a knowledgeable and sharp eyed guide George, who was also a safe driver and genuinely helpful person.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Amboseli National Park: Guided Full Day Tour - Entering Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park Safaris, Full-Day, Guided, Nairobi Tours, National Parks, Tour Reviews, Tours

Amboseli National Park: Guided Full Day Tour

7.Amboseli National Park: Guided Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 12 hours · from $195

Travel from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park for a full day of safari viewing, guided by an English-speaking driver such as John, Stephen, or Joe. Look for elephants, lions, zebras, buffalo, birds, and Kilimanjaro, with optional lunch and Maasai village visits.

“very nice! our kind was kind and very professional. everything went smoothly!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full day tour in Mombasa - The Mombasa Tusks are a short, useful photo stop
Full-Day, Mombasa Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Full day tour in Mombasa

8.Full day tour in Mombasa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $103

Spend 9 to 11 hours with a private guide exploring Fort Jesus, Mombasa Old Town, the famous tusks, a local market, Akamba woodcarvers, and Haller Park. Hotel and cruise-terminal pickup are included. Guides such as Tony, Anthony, and Martin can tailor the day to your pace.

“We had a wonderful time with Tony as our guide on this trip to Mombasa, as soon as we booked this trip we received whatsapp messages from Nelly who made sure that all our needs were fulfilled. The great thing is that they can tailor this Read more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Amboseli National Park: Full Day Tour From Nairobi - Leaving Nairobi before sunrise
Amboseli National Park Safaris, Full-Day, National Parks, Tour Reviews, Tours

Amboseli National Park: Full Day Tour From Nairobi

9.Amboseli National Park: Full Day Tour From Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 32 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $140

Leave Nairobi before sunrise for a full-day Amboseli safari with hotel pickup, an open-roof 4x4 van, bottled water, and an English-speaking guide such as Anthony. Expect game drives, elephant sightings, Kilimanjaro views, an optional Maasai village visit, and a very long return journey.

“Anthony was our driver and safari guide during our two day trip to Amboseli, and he made the entire experience smooth and comfortable. He was consistently punctual, friendly, and easy to be around throughout the journey. His deep knowledge of the wildlife added real value to every sighting. We felt well taken care of from start to finish, and his professionalism stood out. I would confidently recommend Anthony to anyone looking for a reliable and engaging safari guide. I had a full-body massage with her, and the experience was exceptional. She is highly professional, attentive, and creates a calm atmosphere that makes it easy to fully relax, I even fell…”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full Day Mombasa Excursion Tour - Starting at Fort Jesus with two hours of coastal history
Full-Day, Mombasa Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Full Day Mombasa Excursion Tour

10.Full Day Mombasa Excursion Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews · from $110

Spend about 10 hours seeing Mombasa’s main sights, from Fort Jesus and Old Town to the Mombasa Tusks and Haller Park. Private transport, entrance fees, and a driver-guide are included. Guides such as Anthony, John, and Athuman have been praised for clear local insight, though confirm that your group will have its own guide.

“Excellent introduction to this vibrant city. Fort Jesus and Haller Park were the highlights. Driver and guide, John, was knowledgable and good company.”

Check availability →Read our full review

From Mombasa: Tsavo National Park Full-Day Group Trip - The three-hour road from Mombasa
Full-Day, Mombasa Tours, National Parks, Tour Reviews, Tsavo National Park Safaris, Tsavo Safaris in Mombasa

From Mombasa: Tsavo National Park Full-Day Group Trip

11.Tsavo National Park Full-Day Group Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 21 reviews · 8 hours · from $153

Travel from your Mombasa hotel to Tsavo East for game drives, a lodge lunch, and a second wildlife outing. Guides such as Pascal, Katana, and Steven have helped visitors spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras. Expect a long road day, plus an $80 park fee not included in the tour price.

“Great day trip - our guide Steven made sure we have the best experience. The drive back from the park is a bit exhausting after such a long day but we knew that beforehand. The park itself is nice but the animal density is not too high. But we still saw lots of elephant herds coming super close to the cars. With every safari, you have to be a bit lucky to see some animals :)”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full-Day Tour of Mombasa - Old Town: narrow streets, fish markets, and local food
Full-Day, Mombasa Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Full-Day Tour of Mombasa

12.Full-Day Tour of Mombasa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $110

Spend a private day with a driver and guide exploring Fort Jesus, Mombasa Old Town, its fish market and local food, then Haller Park. Pickup and drop-off, transport, activities, and entrance fees are included. Guides such as Bingo, Joseph, Osman, Alfred, and George have led this outing.

“Well organised tour with great driver and guide - both spoke very good English and were interesting to talk to. We were able to customise the tour to suit what we wanted to do and spent time in local markets as we were interested in food anRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full Day Kibera Slum Tour - Starting at Greenhouse Mall and Entering Kibera
Full-Day, Kibera Slum Tours, Nairobi Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Full Day Kibera Slum Tour

13.Full Day Kibera Slum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $65

Spend about 4 to 7 hours in Kibera with a private guide, visiting Toi Market, Hope and Shine Kibera Center, a bead shop, women’s and youth groups, and city viewpoints. Expect community-led encounters, local transport, and a serious look at daily life.

“Take a break from the 4 star hotels and museums for a day and experience an eye-opening, heart-tugging day to learn how some of the less-fortunate citizens live. My guide Lucas was a pleasant, intelligent and lovely young man who showeRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Mombasa Full Day City tour & Haller Park - The Tusks and the garden of flying foxes
City Tours, City Tours in Mombasa, Full-Day, Haller Park Tours, Mombasa Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Mombasa Full Day City tour & Haller Park

14.Mombasa Full Day City tour & Haller Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 16 reviews · 1 day · from $60Best value

Spend a full day pairing Mombasa’s past with its wildlife. A private guide such as Juma takes you by tuk tuk to the Tusks, Fort Jesus, Old Town, market areas, and Haller Park, where you can feed giraffes and see a tortoise over 150 years old. Hotel pickup is included within Mombasa.

“Juma was an excellent guide and Boniface a safe driver. We were able to see everything we wanted to at both Haller Park and the city ( both old and new town) The visit to Fort Jesus was especially informative. Overall a good day.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full Day Tour in Amboseli National Park from Nairobi - Emali and the road into Maasai country
Amboseli National Park Safaris, Full-Day, Nairobi Tours, National Parks, Tour Reviews, Tours

Full Day Tour in Amboseli National Park from Nairobi

15.Full Day Tour in Amboseli National Park from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $140

Leave Nairobi at 5 a.m. for Amboseli National Park, arriving around 9 a.m. for game drives beneath Mount Kilimanjaro. An experienced driver-guide, including guides such as John, leads the search for elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and more, followed by lunch at Oltukai Lodge and a Maasai village visit.

“Amboseli os great place to visit when you want a tour outside the the city and limited time”

Check availability →Read our full review

Scroll to Top

Explore Kenya

Pick a park, a city, or a stretch of coast.