$3,330 to $5,049 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park - Elephants Beneath Mount Kilimanjaro
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park - Elephants Beneath Mount Kilimanjaro
Distance from Nairobi: approx. 230 km
Drive time: about 4–5 hours
Your safari begins with an early departure from Nairobi, heading south through traditional Maasai lands toward Amboseli National Park.
As the plains open up, the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro appears on the horizon, Africa’s highest mountain and one of the continent’s most breathtaking safari backdrops.
Arrive at Kilima Safari Camp in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, set out on your first sunset game drive, exploring the park’s vast open plains where elephant herds often walk dramatically across the dusty landscape with Kilimanjaro rising behind them.
Wildlife frequently seen includes:
• Large elephant families
• Giraffes browsing acacia trees
• Lions resting in the grasslands
• Buffalo and zebra herds.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kilima Safari Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full Day in Amboseli National Park - Sunrise Safari & Elephant Photography
Full Day in Amboseli National Park - Sunrise Safari & Elephant Photography
Today is dedicated to exploring the remarkable ecosystems of Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most photogenic wildlife landscapes. Your guide departs early for a sunrise game drive, when the park awakens and predators often linger near the plains after nighttime hunts. The soft golden light at this hour frequently reveals unforgettable views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the horizon.
The drive continues toward the famous Amboseli swamps, sustained year-round by underground streams flowing from Kilimanjaro’s glaciers. These lush wetlands draw impressive concentrations of wildlife, including large elephant herds, buffalo, hippos, and a rich variety of birdlife.
In the afternoon, explore more of the park, including Observation Hill, where sweeping views stretch across Amboseli’s plains and seasonal lakes. With open landscapes, abundant wildlife, and dramatic scenery, Amboseli offers exceptional opportunities for memorable safari photography.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kilima Safari Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha - Great Rift Valley Landscapes
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha - Great Rift Valley Landscapes
Distance: approx. 320 km
Drive time: about 7 hours
After breakfast, begin the scenic journey north toward Kenya’s spectacular Great Rift Valley, one of the most dramatic geological features on the African continent. Although this is one of the longer travel days of the safari, the constantly changing landscapes make the drive engaging and rewarding. The route gradually shifts from the open savannah plains of southern Kenya to fertile highlands, rural farmlands, and the sweeping escarpments that define the Rift Valley.
You pause at scenic viewpoints overlooking the valley floor, where vast panoramas stretch toward distant volcanic hills and shimmering lakes.
Arrive at Lake Naivasha in the afternoon. Later, enjoy a relaxing boat safari across the lake, gliding quietly past pods of hippos and watching African fish eagles swoop down to snatch fish from the water. Along the shores and on nearby Crescent Island, giraffes, zebras, and antelope are often seen grazing in the open grasslands.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park - Rhino Sanctuary Safari
Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park - Rhino Sanctuary Safari
Distance: approx. 80 km
Drive time: about 2 hours
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife sanctuaries and a vital conservation success story. You follow the scenic Rift Valley floor, traversing rural landscapes and open countryside before arriving at the park’s via the Lanet Gate.
Arrive at the Lodge in time for lunch, beautifully positioned on a hillside overlooking the lake. Shortly, set out for an afternoon game drive across Nakuru’s diverse habitats, acacia woodlands, open grasslands, and the lake’s alkaline shoreline.
Wildlife highlights often include:
• Endangered black rhinos
• White rhinos grazing near the lakeshore
• Rothschild’s giraffes
• Lions and elusive leopards
• Flamingos and other waterbirds (seasonal)
Lake Nakuru is widely regarded as one of the best places in Kenya to observe rhinos in the wild, and its varied landscapes support an impressive diversity of wildlife and birdlife throughout the year.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara NR - Kenya's Greatest Wildlife Reserve
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara NR - Kenya's Greatest Wildlife Reserve
After breakfast, depart southward for the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destination. You journey across the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley, where the terrain gradually opens into the rolling savannah plains that define the Mara ecosystem. Along the way, you may pass traditional Maasai homesteads and grazing cattle, offering a glimpse into the pastoral culture that has coexisted with wildlife in this region for generations.
Arrive at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, a well-regarded mid-range tented camp known for its comfortable accommodations and excellent location near prime wildlife areas. After lunch, set out on your first Masai Mara game drive in the afternoon.
As you explore, keep watch for the park’s remarkable wildlife. Sightings often include lions resting beneath acacia trees, elephants moving in family groups, cheetahs scanning the plains for prey, and large herds of zebra, wildebeest, and antelope grazing across the savannah.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Full Day Masai Mara Safari - Big Five Wildlife & Mara River
Full Day Masai Mara Safari - Big Five Wildlife & Mara River
Today, you explore the extraordinary wildlife of the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of the most wildlife-rich ecosystems in African. Your guide departs early for a sunrise game drive, the most rewarding time of day when the plains are cool and predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas are still active after the night’s hunt. The soft morning light also provides exceptional conditions for wildlife photography.
Guests may opt to continue with a full-day safari with picnic lunch, allowing time to explore the deeper reaches of the reserve. You'll visit to the legendary Mara River, where pods of hippos lounge in the water while enormous Nile crocodiles patrol the riverbanks.
Between July and October, this region becomes the stage for the dramatic Great Wildebeest Migration, when vast herds of wildebeest and zebra attempt perilous river crossings.
Return to camp toward sunset as the savannah glows golden beneath the vast African sky, bringing another memorable safari day to a close.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Masai Mara Cultural Visit & Return to Nairobi - Maasai Culture & Farewell Safari
Masai Mara Cultural Visit & Return to Nairobi - Maasai Culture & Farewell Safari
Distance: approx. 270 km
Drive time: about 5–6 hours
Begin the morning with a relaxed breakfast before visiting a traditional Maasai homestead, where members of the local community warmly share their culture, customs, and daily way of life. Learn about traditional homes, livestock practices, conservation, and the deep connection between the Maasai people and the surrounding landscape. This community-led cultural experience supports local livelihoods while offering genuine insight into one of East Africa’s most iconic cultures.
After the visit, begin the scenic journey back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon back to your city hotel or onward to your flight back home.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
