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

Day 1

Nairobi to the land of big five

Nairobi to the land of big five

Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, heading towards the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve. The drive takes approximately 5–6 hours, passing through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley, where you will stop briefly at a viewpoint to enjoy panoramic views of the escarpment.

Continue via Narok town for a short break before proceeding across vast open plains, dotted with traditional Maasai homesteads and occasional wildlife sightings along the way. You will arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and a short rest.

In the afternoon, head out for your first thrilling game drive in the reserve, offering chances to spot Africa’s Big Five, including lions, elephants, and buffalo, as well as giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. As the sun sets over the golden savannah, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, immersed in the beauty and sounds of the wild.

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:
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Full game drive at Maasai mara

Full game drive at Maasai mara

Spend a full day exploring the vast plains of the Maasai Mara National Reserve on an exciting game drive. After an early breakfast, depart with packed lunch boxes and venture deep into the reserve in search of Africa’s iconic wildlife. The day offers excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five, lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino, along with cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeest.

Drive across diverse landscapes of open savannah, acacia woodlands, and riverine forests, with your guide sharing insights about the ecosystem. Around midday, enjoy a relaxing packed lunch at a scenic picnic site under the shade of trees, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature.

Continue with your afternoon game drive, possibly visiting the Mara River where hippos and crocodiles are commonly seen. As the sun sets over the golden plains, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight, filled with unforgettable safari memories.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Maasai Mara - the Land of Flamingoes

Maasai Mara - the Land of Flamingoes

After breakfast, depart from Maasai Mara National Reserve and drive towards Lake Nakuru National Park, a journey of approximately 5–6 hours through the scenic Great Rift Valley. Enjoy views of rolling hills, farmlands, and local settlements along the way, with a brief stop to stretch and take in the surroundings.

Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive in the park, famous for its rich birdlife and diverse wildlife. Expect to see flocks of flamingos lining the lake shore, pelicans, and other water birds. The park is also a sanctuary for both black and white rhinos, along with Rothschild giraffes, buffalo, zebras, impalas, and occasionally lions and leopards.

The landscapes feature acacia woodlands, rocky escarpments, and the shimmering alkaline lake, offering stunning views and excellent photography opportunities. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Nakuru National Park -Lake Naivasha

Lake Nakuru National Park -Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, depart from Lake Nakuru National Park and drive to Lake Naivasha, a short journey of approximately 1–2 hours through the scenic Rift Valley.

On arrival, enjoy the tranquil surroundings of this freshwater lake fringed by acacia woodlands. The area is rich in wildlife, where you can spot grazing herbivores such as zebras, giraffes, waterbucks, and impalas along the shores. Hippos are often seen resting in the water during the day and grazing nearby in the evening.

Lake Naivasha is also a paradise for bird lovers, hosting species like African fish eagles, pelicans, cormorants, and kingfishers. The calm environment, scenic landscapes, and abundant wildlife create a relaxing yet rewarding safari experience before dinner and overnight at your lodge.

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

Day 5

Lake Naivasha -Amboseli National Park

Lake Naivasha -Amboseli National Park

After an early breakfast, depart from Lake Naivasha and drive to Amboseli National Park, a journey of approximately 5–6 hours via Nairobi and the Athi Plains. Enjoy views of changing landscapes, from the Rift Valley to open savannah, with the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro gradually appearing in the distance.

Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a short rest before heading out for your first afternoon game drive in the park. Amboseli is famous for its large herds of elephants, often seen walking gracefully against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. You may also spot lions, cheetahs, hyenas, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, and warthogs.

The park’s swamps and wetlands attract hippos and a wide variety of birdlife, including flamingos, herons, and crowned cranes. As the sun sets over the plains, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, enjoying the stunning views and rich wildlife experience.

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
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 6

Full Game Drive at AMboseli National Park

Full Game Drive at AMboseli National Park

Spend a full day exploring the iconic Amboseli National Park on an unforgettable game drive. Begin early in the morning after breakfast, venturing into the park’s vast plains, swamps, and woodlands. Amboseli is renowned for its enormous red elephant herds set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, creating some of the most photographed safari scenes in Africa.

Spot lions lounging under acacias, cheetahs on the hunt, buffalo grazing, giraffes nibbling tree leaves, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, and warthogs roaming freely. The wetlands attract hippos and a remarkable variety of birds, including flamingos, herons, and crowned cranes.

Around midday, enjoy a scenic parked lunch at a designated picnic site, surrounded by the sights and sounds of wildlife. Continue your afternoon drive, taking in the unique ecosystems that make Amboseli exceptional, its open savannah, swamps. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, immersed in this spectacular wilderness.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Amboseli National Park- Ol Pejeta conservancy

Amboseli National Park- Ol Pejeta conservancy

After breakfast, depart from Amboseli National Park and drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a journey of approximately 7–8 hours through Kenya’s scenic landscapes, including highland plains and rolling savannahs.

Upon arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive in this exceptional conservancy, home to a remarkable array of wildlife. Ol Pejeta is famous for its big cats, elephants, and both black and white rhinos, making it one of Kenya’s premier wildlife sanctuaries. The conservancy also hosts lions, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, buffalo, and numerous antelope species. Its wetlands attract flamingos, pelicans, and a variety of waterbirds, while the Chimpanzee Sanctuary provides a unique opportunity to see rescued chimpanzees up close.

With open plains, watering holes, and diverse habitats, Ol Pejeta offers a truly immersive safari experience. Enjoy the serenity of the African wilderness before dinner and overnight at your lodge, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:
Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
Show more
HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
HippoOccasional
Accommodation:
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Ol Pejeta Conservancy-Nairobi

Ol Pejeta Conservancy-Nairobi

After an early breakfast, depart from Ol Pejeta Conservancy and drive back to Nairobi, a journey of approximately 5–6 hours. The route takes you through scenic highland landscapes, rolling plains, and rural villages, offering a last chance to enjoy Kenya’s natural beauty.

Along the way, you may spot wildlife grazing near the roadsides, including zebras, giraffes, and antelopes, as the conservancy gradually gives way to farmland and forested areas. The journey offers picturesque views of the Kenyan countryside, with occasional hills, rivers, and distant mountains creating memorable photo opportunities.

Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, concluding your unforgettable safari adventure through Kenya’s premier parks and conservancies. The trip leaves lasting memories of wildlife encounters, dramatic landscapes, and the rich diversity of the country’s natural heritage.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
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)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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