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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Nairobi to Maasai Mara

Nairobi to Maasai Mara

Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, heading west through the dramatic escarpments of the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy a brief stop at a scenic viewpoint before continuing past traditional Maasai homesteads and open countryside. Arrive at the legendary Maasai Mara in time for lunch at your lodge or camp.

After a short rest, set out on your first game drive. The Mara’s rolling grasslands are teeming with wildlife—expect to encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly lions or cheetahs on the hunt. As the sun dips below the horizon, return to camp for dinner and your first night under the African sky.

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:
Endeem Mara Resort
  • Budget lodge bordering Masai Mara NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Maasai Mara – Full-Day Safari Experience

Maasai Mara – Full-Day Safari Experience

Today is dedicated to exploring the vast ecosystem of the Maasai Mara. Depart after breakfast with packed lunch boxes for a full-day game drive, allowing you to venture deeper into remote areas of the reserve.

Track the Big Five with your experienced guide and, if traveling between July and October, witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration as wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River. Break for a picnic lunch in the bush, surrounded by nature. You may also opt for an early morning hot air balloon safari (optional) for a breathtaking aerial view of the plains, followed by a champagne breakfast. Return to camp in the late afternoon for relaxation, dinner, and storytelling by the campfire.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Endeem Mara Resort
  • Budget lodge bordering Masai Mara NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Changing Landscapes

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Changing Landscapes

After an early breakfast, enjoy a final short game drive as you exit the Mara. Journey north through the scenic highlands and rural towns toward Lake Nakuru, arriving in time for lunch.

In the afternoon, explore Lake Nakuru National Park, a compact but wildlife-rich park known for its alkaline lake that attracts flamingos and pelicans. The park is also a sanctuary for endangered white and black rhinos, and you may spot leopards resting in acacia trees. Enjoy views from Baboon Cliff before heading back to your lodge for dinner.

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
Show more
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Ziwa Bush Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Nakuru to Amboseli – Journey South

Lake Nakuru to Amboseli – Journey South

Depart after breakfast and drive back through Nairobi, continuing south toward Amboseli National Park. This is a longer travel day, but the changing scenery—from highlands to open plains—makes for an interesting journey.

Arrive in Amboseli in the late afternoon. If the skies are clear, you’ll be greeted by the majestic silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Enjoy a relaxed evening at your lodge as wildlife grazes nearby.

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
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Penety Amboseli Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Amboseli – Elephants & Iconic Views

Amboseli – Elephants & Iconic Views

Spend a full day exploring Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and postcard-perfect views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Start with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active and the mountain is often clearest. Visit the Observation Hill for panoramic views of the park’s swamps and plains. Amboseli’s unique ecosystem supports a variety of animals including buffalo, lions, hyenas, and abundant birdlife. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation, followed by an afternoon game drive to capture more wildlife moments and stunning sunset photography.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Penety Amboseli Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Amboseli to Salt Lick (Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary)

Amboseli to Salt Lick (Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary)

After breakfast, depart Amboseli National Park and journey toward the scenic Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary. Arrive at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge in time for lunch.

Built on stilts overlooking a busy waterhole, the lodge offers a unique vantage point to watch elephants, buffalo, and other wildlife gather to drink throughout the day. Enjoy an afternoon game drive within the sanctuary, followed by dinner and overnight at the lodge, with the chance to spot animals right from your room or the viewing decks.

Main Destination:
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
Best Time To Go June to October (Wildlife), November to April (Birding)
High Season June to September
Best Weather
Accommodation:
Salt Lick Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Taita Hills WS
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Salt Lick to Tsavo East - Vast & Untamed

Salt Lick to Tsavo East - Vast & Untamed

Tsavo East is known for its open plains, making wildlife easier to spot. Keep an eye out for the famous “red elephants,” colored by the park’s iron-rich soil. Visit landmarks such as the Galana River and Aruba Dam, where animals gather to drink. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before settling in for your final night in the wild.

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
Show more
CheetahOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Ashnil Aruba Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo East NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Tsavo East to Nairobi

Tsavo East to Nairobi

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. Reflect on the incredible diversity of landscapes and wildlife you’ve experienced—from the rolling plains of the Mara to the elephant-rich swamps of Amboseli and the wild expanses of Tsavo.

Your safari ends with unforgettable memories of Kenya’s natural beauty and rich wildlife heritage.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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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