9-Day Kenya Big Five and Landscape Luxury Private Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

After an early breakfast, you will be picked up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport by your professional safari guide and depart in a private 4×4 luxury safari vehicle towards Amboseli National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive with views of the countryside and Mount Kilimanjaro appearing on the horizon as you approach the park. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive en route to your luxury lodge or tented camp, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. After lunch and some time to relax, head out for an afternoon game drive across the open plains of Amboseli, famous for its large elephant herds and breathtaking Kilimanjaro backdrop. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full game drives in Amboseli

Wake up to stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and enjoy an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Amboseli offers excellent opportunities to spot large elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, and a wide variety of birdlife against the dramatic mountain backdrop. Return to your lodge for a relaxed breakfast and lunch, with time to unwind and enjoy the lodge facilities. In the afternoon, set out for another game drive across the Amboseli plains, exploring swamps and open savannahs fed by underground springs from Kilimanjaro. As the sun sets, return to your luxury lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park

After breakfast, depart Amboseli National Park and drive towards Tsavo West National Park, enjoying scenic views of open plains and volcanic landscapes along the way. Arrive at your luxury lodge or tented camp in time for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in Tsavo West, known for its dramatic scenery, lava flows, rolling hills, and diverse wildlife including elephants, buffaloes, lions, and leopards. You may also visit attractions such as Mzima Springs, home to hippos and crocodiles. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Tsavo West National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall)

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tsavo West NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Finch Hattons

• Luxury tented camp located inside Tsavo West NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tsavo west to Tsavo East

After breakfast, depart your lodge in Tsavo West and continue the journey into Tsavo East National Park, known for its vast open plains and large herds of red-dust elephants. Enjoy a full day of game drives as you explore iconic Tsavo East sights such as Aruba Dam, Mudanda Rock, and the Galana River. The park is also home to lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of birdlife. In the evening, check into your luxury lodge or tented camp near the park for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Tsavo East National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall)

High Season December to March and July to October (Not busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tsavo East NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LionOccasional

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CheetahOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

WildebeestRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Satao Camp

• Luxury tented bush camp located inside Tsavo East NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tsavo east to lake naivasha

After breakfast, depart Tsavo East and begin the journey back toward the Rift Valley. Enjoy scenic landscapes along the way as you drive toward Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch at your luxury lakeside lodge. In the afternoon, relax by the lake or enjoy an optional boat ride to spot hippos and birdlife. For those seeking adventure, you may also choose to visit Hell’s Gate National Park for cycling or a guided walk (optional). Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Enashipai Resort & Spa

• Luxury resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Naivasha to lake Nakuru

After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s most beautiful Rift Valley destinations. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive in the park, famous for its rhino sanctuary, large herds of buffalo, giraffes, lions, and the seasonal flamingos that paint the lake pink. Explore the scenic viewpoints and wildlife hotspots such as Baboon Cliff and Makalia Falls. In the late afternoon, check in to your luxury lodge or tented camp near Lake Nakuru for dinner and overnight stay.

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

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara

After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s most beautiful Rift Valley destinations. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive in the park, famous for its rhino sanctuary, large herds of buffalo, giraffes, lions, and the seasonal flamingos that paint the lake pink. Explore the scenic viewpoints and wildlife hotspots such as Baboon Cliff and Makalia Falls. In the late afternoon, check in to your luxury lodge or tented camp near Lake Nakuru for dinner and overnight stay.

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

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Sarova Mara Game Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full game drives in Masai Mara

Enjoy a full day of unforgettable wildlife experiences in the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. Start with an early morning game drive when the animals are most active, exploring the vast plains, riverine forests, and rolling hills. Return to your luxury lodge or tented camp for breakfast and a relaxing mid-day break, with time to enjoy the lodge facilities and lunch. In the afternoon, head out for another game drive to search for the Big Five and witness the incredible diversity of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and herds of wildebeest and zebras. Optional activities such as a hot air balloon safari (extra cost) or a visit to a Maasai village can be arranged. In the evening, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Sarova Mara Game Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara to Nairobi

Start the day very early with an optional hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara (at an extra cost), followed by a champagne bush breakfast on the savannah — a truly unforgettable experience. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxed morning and take part in an optional Maasai village visit to learn about the local culture, traditions, and way of life. After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon. Drop-off will be at your hotel or at the airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your luxury Kenya safari.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.