What is the kosher certification for this safari?

The Great Migrations and Northern Kenya tour is conducted under the strict hashgacha (supervision) of the Johannesburg Beis Din. This ensures that all halachic standards are maintained throughout the travel itinerary, even in remote safari locations.

How are meals handled during the tour?

Participants are provided with three freshly prepared gourmet kosher meals daily. This includes breakfast and dinner served at the accommodations, as well as high-quality packed lunches for days spent on game drives. Snacks, bottled water, and quality kosher wines for Shabbat are also included.

Which regions of Kenya does this tour visit?

The itinerary begins in Nairobi and moves north toward the high plateaus bordering Mount Kenya. A primary focus of the trip is the Maasai Mara region to witness the Wildebeest Migration, alongside visits to private conservancies known for Big 5 sightings.

Who is the target audience for this safari?

This tour is designed for luxury travelers and families who observe kashrut and seek an adventurous yet pampered experience. It is ideal for those wanting to experience the peak migration season without compromising on religious requirements or culinary standards.

What type of accommodation is provided?

The tour utilizes a combination of top-tier hotels in Nairobi and luxury private villas or lodges in the northern conservancies. These locations are selected for their ability to host the GKS team and maintain the requirements for gourmet kosher food service.

GREAT MIGRATIONS AND NORTHERN KENYA

An incredible safari during peak migration season!

✡ Johannesburg Beis-Din

Location: Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Organizer: Gourmet kosher safaris

About

Kenya is a safari destination that offers incredible natural beauty, stirring cultural encounters, sensational game viewing and, of course, the thrills of the Wildebeest Migration. No wonder it is the birthplace of safari travel!

This is a unique opportunity to take part in an incredible safari adventure during peak migration season . This bucket-list trip from GKS includes luxury accommodation at hotels and private villas with all the trimmings of GKS signature freshly prepared gourmet kosher cuisine and personal hosting for a pampered safari experience.

DAY 1- ARRIVAL IN NAIROBI

Welcome to Kenya!

Our team will ensure a seamless transition from the airport to your top-tier hotel for check-in followed by a light lunch and some time to relax and refresh at the hotel's facilities.

Today, if time allows it, we will try to start our adventure with a late-afternoon safari in the Nairobi National Park, a unique park forming part of the city limits but open on its southern boundary and home to all the Big 5!

This evening, a gourmet dinner will be served with time to recharge and rest easy to get ready for the excitement ahead tomorrow when we head off to explore the wonders awaiting you in Kenya!

DAY 2-4 -NORTHERN KENYA

Each region on our itinerary is unique, and north of Nairobi is famous for the iconic Mount Kenya, the country's highest peak and Africa's second highest, as well as the private conservancies along the high plateaus bordering the mountain, including the magnificent "Ol Pajeta,† one of the last strongholds of the highly endangered rhino.

Today, we rise early to embark in an enchanting leg of your Kenya adventure as we fly from Nairobi to Northern Kenya. As soon as we land, we drive West to the unique "Ol-Pajeta† conservancy where we enjoy the safaris in search of the Big-5 and many other species. Our special focus will be on the endangered rhino, as well as an unforgettable visit to the protected enclosure where the last 2 surviving Northern white-rhinos are kept! This small but unique conservancy also has a Chimpanzee sanctuary!

We'll drive to our hotel in time to prepare for an uplifting Shabbos in this beautiful scenery of Northern Kenya.

On Sunday morning, we have the chance to enjoy a day hike in the foothills of the magnificent Mount Kenya and enjoy the magnificent mountain scenery. Alternatively, we can choose to enjoy another exciting safari experience in Ol Pajeta.

DAY 5-8 -MASAI MARA

On Monday, after breakfast, we get ready to enter the world-renowned Masai Mara National Park. Here, the spectacle of the migration herds and their vigilant predators unfolds against the backdrop of breathtaking landscapes

Immerse in the magic of this peak migration season, where the Mara comes alive with an abundance of wildlife. Brace yourself for the rare possibility of witnessing legendary river crossings, a testament to the resilience of these magnificent creatures facing the crocodile-infested waters of the Mara or Sand River.

However, the wonders don't end here- even if the massive herds are elusive, The Masai Mara boasts one of the planet's highest concentrations of resident wildlife. From antelopes, gazelles, and zebras to the famed "pumba" (warthog), cheetahs, leopards, lions, elephants, buffaloes, and graceful giraffes †“ each day promises an exhilarating search for these extraordinary creatures.

DAY 8- MASAI MARA TO NAIROBI

This morning, we can choose between an unforgettable hot air balloon safari,a final morning safari by jeep (both at extra cost) or sleeping in a little and relaxing at our camp. During the day, we return to Nairobi for our international flights home on Thursday evening bidding farewell to the memories etched in the heart of Kenya's wilderness.

Thank you for embarking on this tour with us; may your memories be as lasting as the beauty we've witnessed together. Safe travels back home!

About the provider

Gourmet Kosher Safaris is a name synonymous worldwide with continual innovation, absolute reliability and unwavering dedication to the highest standards of kashrut, cuisine, accommodation and overall travel experience - no matter where you go.

Our founder
"‹In 2001, Rav Yoni Isaacson decided to share his passion for travel, wildlife and gourmet cuisine...

...and boy are we glad he did! Armed with nothing more than his extensive knowledge of geography and halacha, a heightened sense of appreciation for fine cuisine and lots of confidence, he started a little business that has grown into one of the most respected luxury kosher travel companies in the world.

"‹GKS was born when Rabbi Yoni Isaacson pioneered the first Gourmet Kosher Africa Safari in 2001. That unforgettable experience soon became highly sought-out by kosher travelers across the globe and it didn't take long for GKS to became the leading name in luxury kosher eco-tourism

Rooms & accommodation

KENYA

Kashrut & dining

Deluxe Kosher Cuisine: 3 freshly prepared high standard kosher meals daily including packed lunch when out for the day, under strict hashgacha of the Johannesburg Beis-Din
Snacks and plenty bottled water on excursions; drinks during meals
Quality kosher wines served on Shabbos

Location

Address: Nairobi, Kenya

Getting there

To arrive by:

    Thursday early-afternoon at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport/Nairobi

    To depart no earlier than:

   Thursday evening from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport/Nairobi

Contact

Organizer: Gourmet kosher safaris
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +972-52-392-1883
WhatsApp: +972523921883
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.gourmetkoshersafaris.com