Tour overview
Cricket in Kenya is played with real passion, and a tour here delivers far more than fixtures alone. Teams stay within Nairobi’s historic sporting clubs, immersing themselves in the heart of Kenyan sport, then head out to the Masai Mara for game drives that students will remember for the rest of their lives.
It is an ideal choice for groups who want a tour that broadens horizons while creating lifelong sporting memories.
Tour details
- Ages: Youth teams (schools and clubs)
- Group size: 16 to 30 students + staff (minimum one full squad)
- Season: January to March and mid-May to December
- Destinations: Nairobi and the Masai Mara, Kenya
*Our tours can be adjusted to fit your specific requirements
Tour highlights
Well-matched fixtures with a traditional cricket team
Masai Mara wildlife safari with sunrise and afternoon game drives
Mount Longonot and the Great Rift Valley
Community programme visits through the East Africa Character Development Trust
A cultural exchange dinner with a Kenyan team
Stays within Nairobi’s historic sporting clubs
Sample Itinerary
1 Morning: Arrive in Nairobi.
2 Afternoon: Transfer to the sports club and settle in.
3 Evening: Welcome team meal.
1 Morning: Nets and training.
2 Afternoon: Match 1 with a cricket tea.
3 Evening: BBQ dinner at the club.
1 Morning: Free time and club facilities.
2 Afternoon: Optional practice.
3 Evening: Dinner at the club.
1 Morning: Depart for the Masai Mara.
2 Afternoon: Arrive and settle at the lodge.
3 Evening: First game drive and dinner.
1 Morning: Sunrise game drive.
2 Afternoon: Second game drive.
3 Evening: Dinner at the lodge.
1 Morning: Return to Nairobi.
2 Afternoon: Nets session.
3 Evening: Team meal.
1 Morning: Community programme visit.
2 Afternoon: Match 2.
3 Evening: Cultural exchange dinner with a Kenyan team.
1 Morning: Final free time.
2 Afternoon: Depart for the UK.
Customise your tour
Make the tour your own with these optional add-ons and recommendations
Masai Mara wildlife safari
Join exciting sunrise and afternoon game drives in search of the ‘Big Five’ in one of Africa’s most famous reserves.
Mount Longonot National Park
Embark on a guided hike with spectacular views across the Great Rift Valley.
Community programme visit
See how sport supports education and youth development through the East Africa Character Development Trust.
Accommodation
A mix of residential sports-club and safari-lodge accommodation, giving groups both a sporting base and a genuine safari experience.
Nairobi Sporting Clubs
Comfortable en-suite rooms in a secure sporting environment, with excellent facilities on the doorstep.
Masai Mara Safari Lodges
Quality lodge accommodation in the heart of the reserve.
More about this tour
Play competitive cricket, meet local teams and see the Masai Mara on our school cricket tours to Kenya that will give your students far more than a scorecard.
Why choose this tour?
This tour is a particularly strong fit for:
- Iconic landscapes and wildlife – Explore the Masai Mara, Tsavo and the Great Rift Valley.
- Sports-culture immersion – Stay within Nairobi’s historic sporting clubs, at the heart of Kenyan sport.
- Meaningful community engagement – Visit programmes that use sport to support education and youth development.
- A complete sporting and cultural adventure – Competitive cricket, cultural immersion and shared once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Standard of play
School cricket tours to Kenya suit squads of all levels. Our in-country team matches every fixture to your group’s age and ability, so games are competitive rather than one-sided.
Support and safety
From the minute you choose to book, we provide all the support you need, helping you promote your tour, obtain travel insurance and conduct risk assessments, alongside round-the-clock assistance while you are away. We require that all accommodation, transport and excursion suppliers meet our high safety standards, and all of our tours are fully bonded by IATA, ABTA and ATOL, protecting your group against unforeseen events.
Travel with peace of mindWhat our customers say about us
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Overall the service and contact from Edwin Doran was very good particularly when setting up the tour.
Hurst College
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Thanks Toby and Gemma for all your hard work facilitating our India tour. It was absolutely superb, and the boys and parents have been unanimous in stating that it was a trip of a lifetime.
Harrow School
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Our tour of Sri Lanka with Edwin Doran was an outstanding cultural and sporting experience for our young cricketers.
St Paul’s School
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As usual, the organisation from Edwin Doran was first-class. They are very professional, approachable and organised.
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Tailored cricket tours for your group
All our school cricket tours to Kenya are tailored to meet the specific requirements of your group. Speak to us to build your perfect itinerary.
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