$2,575 to $3,068 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi & Transfer to Maasai Mara
Arrival in Nairobi & Transfer to Maasai Mara
The journey begins in Nairobi, departing early to traverse the Great Rift Valley. This geological phenomenon, created by tectonic shifts millions of years ago, provides a stunning backdrop at the "Viewpoint" before descending toward Narok. You will arrive at the Talek area of the Masai Mara in time for lunch. The afternoon features your first game drive in the Mara, a northern extension of the Serengeti ecosystem. This area is world-renowned for its high concentration of apex predators, particularly lions and cheetahs.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Talek Bush Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara
Full Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara
A full day is dedicated to exploring the vast plains of the Mara. Depending on the season (July–October), you may witness the Great Migration, where over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River, braving Nile crocodiles. During the "low" season (January–June), the resident wildlife remains prolific, offering excellent sightings of elephants, giraffes, and various antelope species. A picnic lunch is typically served near the Mara River or under a lone Balanites tree.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Talek Bush Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
After an early breakfast, depart the Mara for Lake Nakuru. The route passes through the fertile highlands of the Rift Valley. Lake Nakuru National Park was established as Kenya's first rhino sanctuary and remains one of the best places in East Africa to see both Black and White Rhinos. The lake is also famous for its flamingos, though their numbers fluctuate based on water alkalinity and algae levels.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru to spot leopards, which frequent the yellow-barked acacia trees, and the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe. In the afternoon, drive to Lake Naivasha. Optional activities here include a boat ride to see hippos or a walking safari on Crescent Island, where animals were introduced for filming purposes and lack natural predator.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
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Hotel Chambai Safari
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Hells gate to Amboseli National Park
Hells gate to Amboseli National Park
Visit Hell’s Gate National Park in the morning, unique for allowing visitors to cycle or walk among wildlife like zebras and gazelles due to the absence of large predators. After exploring the gorge, depart for Amboseli National Park, traveling via Nairobi. You will arrive at the park gates by late afternoon, catching your first glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro if the clouds clear.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Nyati Safari Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Amboseli National Park Exploration
Amboseli National Park Exploration
Amboseli is famous for its "Tuskers"—large matriarchal herds of elephants that roam the swampy grounds fed by Kilimanjaro’s melting snow. The park’s open plains and volcanic ash soil make for easy wildlife viewing. You will spend the day tracking lions, cheetahs, and spotted hyenas, with a picnic lunch at the Observation Hill, offering a 360-degree view of the marshes and the mountain.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Nyati Safari Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Amboseli to Nairobi & Departure
Amboseli to Nairobi & Departure
A final early morning game drive offers the best chance for a clear view of Mount Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped Kibo peak before the daily mist sets in. After breakfast, depart for Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon for your flight home or hotel drop-off.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
