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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival – Drive to Samburu National Reserve

Arrival – Drive to Samburu National Reserve

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your driver-guide and depart north toward Samburu.

Drive past Mt. Kenya and arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive in this striking semi-arid reserve, home to the unique “Samburu Special Five”, Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk.

Dinner and overnight at your Samburu lodge.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to September and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June and December (Cool and fresh after rain)

Wildlife in Samburu NR

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
ZebraCommon
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
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HippoOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Samburu Simba Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Samburu National Reserve

Samburu National Reserve

Spend a full day exploring Samburu’s rugged beauty on morning and afternoon game drives.

Look out for elephants, lions, leopards, and crocodiles along the Ewaso Nyiro River. The open savannah, acacia woodlands, and distinct northern wildlife make Samburu a photographer’s paradise.

Relax at the lodge between drives and enjoy the tranquility of this untouched wilderness.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation:
Samburu Simba Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Samburu – Lake Nakuru National Park

Samburu – Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, drive south into the Great Rift Valley arriving at Lake Nakuru for lunch.

An afternoon game drive reveals the park’s diverse wildlife: black and white rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, and the famous flamingos and pelicans along the lake’s edge. The park’s scenic cliffs and acacia forest provide a perfect backdrop for photography.

Dinner and overnight at your Nakuru lodge.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve

Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve

Depart after breakfast for the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserve. Arrive for lunch, then head out for an afternoon game drive across the golden plains.

The Mara is home to the Big Five and an abundance of plains game. As the sun sets, return to your camp or lodge for dinner and relaxation in the heart of Africa’s premier wildlife destination.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Ol Moran Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Enjoy a full day of game drives in the Maasai Mara.

Witness predator–prey interactions, graceful antelopes, and perhaps a cheetah sprint across the savannah. Between drives, unwind at the lodge or opt for a cultural visit to a local Maasai village. End the day with a sundowner as the plains glow in the evening light.

Dinner and overnight in the Mara.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Ol Moran Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Maasai Mara – Lake Naivasha

Maasai Mara – Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha arriving for lunch.

In the afternoon, take a peaceful boat ride to see hippos and waterbirds, then enjoy a guided walk on Crescent Island among grazing zebras and giraffes. Naivasha’s calm atmosphere offers a refreshing change from the savannah.

Dinner and overnight at a lakeside lodge.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park

Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park

After an early breakfast, journey south to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch.

Later, embark on an afternoon game drive beneath the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. Amboseli is famed for its large elephant herds and dramatic landscapes.

Capture incredible sunset photos before returning for dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HippoCommon
Show more
HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Amboseli – Nairobi & Departure

Amboseli – Nairobi & Departure

Enjoy a final early morning game drive with views of elephants and other wildlife set against Mount Kilimanjaro’s backdrop.

After breakfast, depart for Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. You’ll be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenyan safari adventure.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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