8-Day Best of Buffalo Springs/Masai Mara/Amboseli

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

Nairobi - Buffalo Springs

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representatives and after a short time for refreshing-up and a warm breakfast, you depart to Samburu National Reserve after morning breakfast heading to the semi-desert Northern Frontier of Samburu by flight. Check in at your hotel for lunch and short rest. Enjoy a thrilling afternoon game drive in the woodlands and open savannah areas of Samburu plains in search of the Samburu special Five and the rocky areas of the Koitogor hill provide a safe habitat for different bird species to thrive in. Evening Sundowner in a scenic setting in the wild with your favourite drink in hand as the gorgeous sunset unfolds right before your eyes.

Main Destination:

Buffalo Springs 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 Buffalo Springs NR

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

ZebraCommon

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

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HippoOccasional

HyenaOccasional

CheetahRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogRare to None

Activities:

• Afternoon game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Ashnil Samburu Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Buffalo Springs NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Buffalo Springs

Early morning sunrise golden lights along the Ewaso Ngíro River and Buffalo Springs Circuit, the best time to capture lions, cheetahs, and leopards on the move and also for bird watchers with over 100 species. Ewaso Ng’iro River is also an attraction of herds of elephants displaying fascinating behaviors that includes mud bathing and swimming in the river during hot afternoons. Return to your lodge for breakfast. After breakfast you go on a full day game drive in the park with packed lunch following elephants through the riverine forests and tracking the elusive wild dogs known to roam this reserve. As the sun sets, the golden light transforms the rugged landscapes into a picture-perfect safari scene. Bush dinner served in the raw wilderness of the African savannah on the sand bank along river Ewaso Nyiro with a tribal dance performance for entertainment around a bonfire.

Main Destination:

Buffalo Springs National Reserve

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle) & game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Ashnil Samburu Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Buffalo Springs NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Samburu Cultural Walk

Morning game drive with eyes fixed on the unique terrain characterized by golden plains, cliffs, rocky outcrops, and hills that create unique scenic backdrops for landscape photos and creating desert-like scenes with wildlife silhouettes. Besides Samburu Special Five in their natural habitation, it’s also a home for ground birds, the colourful songbirds, raptors and cliff-dwelling birds hidden in the rocky areas of the hill. Return to your lodge for lunch and short time for relaxation. Afternoon tribal walks with Samburu Warriors who will be happy to share with you about their culture and life style. Their iconic beadwork and colorful attire to their unique warrior ceremonies and traditional dances, Samburu culture adds a profound dimension to your safari experience.

Main Destination:

Buffalo Springs National Reserve

Activities:

• Morning game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Ashnil Samburu Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Buffalo Springs NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Masai Mara National Reserve

Early morning breakfast and embark on your journey driving (flight option) through the beautiful scenery views of the Great Rift Valley on our way to Kenya's premier wildlife park-the Masai Mara. This is the northern section of the Serengeti Plain, which is the home to the greatest concentration of game animals in the world. We continue to explore this afternoon game drives. This is one of the most spectacular sights in the world. We continue to explore this afternoon game drive in search of the Lion, Cheetah, Elephant, Buffalo and other members of the Big five plus other animals. At sunset we will visit a section of the Mara River where we hope to see many hippos and crocodiles.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and 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

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Activities:

• Afternoon game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Sarova Mara Game Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Masai Mara

Early morning game drive in the park to catch the wildlife as it steps into the morning light. This is a quiet, cool, and peaceful time to watch the animals’ first stirrings after night’s hunting and sweet melodies of the birds. Return back to your camp/lodge for breakfast followed by a full day game drive in the park with packed lunch in search of its popular residents like the well-known predators and their opponents like the Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, etc. Maasai Mara the vast, open grasslands of the Serengeti-Mara are home to over 3 million large mammals. These includes over 1.4 million wildebeest which migrate in an enormous, struggling herd each year between the southern part of the Serengeti to the northern part and back again. Return to your camp for dinner and a relaxing evening around the campfire.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle) & game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Sarova Mara Game Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Amboseli National Park

Early morning pick up from your camp/hotel for your Hot Air Balloon Safari lasting an hour and later have your Bush breakfast. Transfer to the airstrip for your flight from Masai Mara to Amboseli National Park for its famous and stunning views of Africa's highest mountain, Mt. Kilimanjaro. The park offers photographers the rare opportunity to snap photos of elephants, lions, zebras, and giraffes against the startling backdrop of Africa's most famous mountain. Afternoon game drive and later evening sundowner under the vibrant hues of the settling sun. Enjoy a refreshing drink as you soak in the serene atmosphere offering sweeping views of the iconic African landscape with the Masai guide sharing stories and insights into their rich traditions and the fascinating wildlife around you.

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

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Early morning hot air balloon safari & afternoon game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Amboseli

Early morning for an unforgettable sunrise game drive with Kilimanjaro giving a stunning panorama look. During the game drive you will be on look for predators such as leopards, lions, and cheetahs out on the prowl in the cooler morning air. Bush breakfast served in the raw wilderness of the African open skies with a light music for entertainment. Return to your lodge for a short time of relaxing. Afternoon game drive in the open plains in search of the big cats and later enjoy the evening sunset with a view of the peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Evening sundowner under the vibrant hues of the setting sun and a Bush dinner served in the raw wilderness around a bonfire with the Masai tribal dance performances.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Nairobi

Early morning breakfast and depart from Amboseli driving to Nairobi and proceed to the Giraffe Centre, and Karen Blixen. Dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant and later transfer to the airport in time for your outbound flight to your next destination.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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