$2,516 to $3,250 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Your safari begins with an early departure from your lodge or hotel in Nairobi. As the city fades behind you, the road opens into Kenya’s countryside bustling towns, roadside markets, and wide horizons that hint at the adventure ahead. The drive takes about 4–5 hours, with changing scenery that builds anticipation for Amboseli. By midday, you arrive at your lodge, greeted by the towering presence of Mount Kilimanjaro, its snow‑capped peak often shimmering through the clouds.
After lunch and a short rest, head out for your first game drive. Amboseli is famous for its elephants, often seen in great herds crossing the plains with Kilimanjaro as their backdrop a sight that feels almost cinematic. You may also encounter giraffes stretching above the acacias, zebras grazing in the open, and predators on the move as the day cools. As the sun dips low, painting the sky in fiery hues, return to camp for dinner and overnight, already carrying the magic of your first day in the wild.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park
Rise early to the sight of Mount Kilimanjaro glowing in the morning light, its snow‑capped peak towering over the plains. Set out on a dawn game drive when Amboseli’s wildlife is most active elephants moving in great herds, lions returning from the night’s hunt, and giraffes stretching above the acacias. Return to camp for breakfast and a short rest before heading back into the park.
By mid‑day, enjoy a picnic lunch. The afternoon reveals Amboseli’s contrasting landscapes: shimmering salt pans, open savannah, and wetlands alive with life. Another game drive takes you deeper into the reserve, where cheetahs may be spotted stalking prey and zebras graze in dazzling patterns across the plains.
As the sun sets, Kilimanjaro’s silhouette turns golden and pink, offering one of Africa’s most iconic views. Return to camp for dinner and overnight, carrying with you the unforgettable images of Amboseli’s elephants beneath the mountain.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Amboseli to Lake Nakuru National Park
Amboseli to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast at your lodge in Amboseli, bid farewell to the elephants beneath Kilimanjaro and begin the scenic drive north towards the Great Rift Valley. The journey takes you through changing landscapes bustling towns, fertile highlands, and sweeping escarpments offering glimpses of everyday Kenyan life along the way. Arrive in Lake Nakuru National Park by mid‑afternoon and settle into your lodge
Later, head out for a game drive around the lake, famous for its flocks of flamingos that turn the shoreline pink, as well as pelicans and other birdlife. The park is also home to rhinos, lions, leopards, and Rothschild’s giraffes, making it a compact but rewarding safari destination. As the sun sets over the shimmering waters, return to camp for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sounds of the Rift Valley.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast at your lodge in Lake Nakuru, depart by road for the short, scenic drive to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater jewel of the Great Rift Valley. On arrival, enjoy lunch at your lodge before heading to the lake for a tranquil boat ride. Glide across the calm waters, passing pods of hippos and flocks of waterbirds, with sweeping views of the surrounding escarpments.
Disembark at Crescent Island, a private sanctuary where you’ll walk among giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and antelopes in a predator‑free environment. The island’s open highland terrain allows for close encounters on foot, offering a rare chance to experience wildlife without the barrier of a vehicle. As the afternoon light softens, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, reflecting on the unique intimacy of walking alongside Africa’s gentle giants.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve
Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast at your lodge in Naivasha, depart by road towards the world‑famous Masai Mara. The journey takes you across the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley, through rolling hills and vibrant towns, before reaching the Mara’s endless savannahs. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch, with the afternoon free to soak in the atmosphere of this legendary reserve.
Later, head out for your first game drive in the Mara, where the sheer abundance of wildlife is immediately striking. Lions laze in the grasslands, elephants move in family herds, and cheetahs scan the horizon for prey. Depending on the season, you may witness the spectacle of the Great Migration, with wildebeest and zebras stretching as far as the eye can see. As the sun sets, painting the plains in golden light, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, ready for the adventures that await in the days ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Mara Sweet Acacia Lodge
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
Africa’s most iconic reserves. The morning drive offers prime opportunities to witness predators on the move lions returning from the night’s hunt, cheetahs scanning the horizon, and hyenas patrolling the grasslands.
Pause for a picnic breakfast in the bush, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the savannah. Continue deeper into the reserve, where elephants, giraffes, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebras roam freely. Depending on the season, you may encounter the drama of the Great Migration, with thousands of animals crossing rivers and plains in search of fresh grazing.
By mid‑day, enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade of an acacia tree, before resuming your adventure into the afternoon. The Mara’s landscapes shift with the light, offering new encounters at every turn from graceful antelopes to elusive leopards. As the sun sets, painting the plains in fiery hues, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, carrying with you the unforgettable spirit of the Mara.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Mara Sweet Acacia Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Masai Mara to Nairobi
After breakfast at your lodge, bid farewell to the Mara’s sweeping plains and depart by road for Nairobi. Arrive in the afternoon at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, perfectly timed for your onward flight or evening departure, carrying with you unforgettable memories of Kenya’s wildlife and landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
