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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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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 Maasai Mara National Reserve

Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Your extraordinary adventure begins at 06:30 AM with a private pickup from your Nairobi hotel or the airport, as you set off on a scenic five-and-a-half to six-hour road journey to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve. Settle back into your private, premium 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser. Enjoy excellent modern amenities during the drive, including built-in device charging ports and an onboard refrigerator stocked with perfectly chilled drinking water.
Make an exciting stop at the breathtaking Great Rift Valley viewpoint to take panoramic photos of the vast landscape.
Arrive in the Maasai Mara by midday to check into your comfort camp, savor a delicious lunch, and enjoy some brief rest before heading out at 04:00 PM for a thrilling afternoon game drive. This excursion offers your very first taste of the reserve's incredible wildlife, including the iconic Big Five roaming freely across the savannah.
Return to your camp by 06:00 PM for a fresh dinner.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Sentrim Mara Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Full-Day Exploration & Game Drives in Maasai Mara

Full-Day Exploration & Game Drives in Maasai Mara

The second day of your safari is completely dedicated to exploring the magnificent Maasai Mara with a comprehensive, full day of game drives. Following a hearty breakfast, you will set out alongside your expert guide with a packed picnic lunch to traverse the vastly different areas of the reserve at your own flexible pace.
As your day unfolds across the rolling plains, you may encounter impressive predator-prey interactions, which are especially dramatic and spectacular if you are visiting during the peak months of the Great Migration river crossings [Jul-Oct].
After an exhilarating day filled with unmatched wildlife exploration and unforgettable safari excitement, you will return to your comfortable lodge or tented camp in the evening between 05:30 PM and 06:00 PM.
Freshen up and unwind before enjoying a freshly prepared dinner and a peaceful night's stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Sentrim Mara Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai Mara plains to Great Rift Valley Sanctuary

Masai Mara plains to Great Rift Valley Sanctuary

Conclude your unforgettable stay in the Maasai Mara with a smooth check-out after a hearty breakfast. Your premium safari now takes you on a scenic road journey northward to Lake Nakuru National Park. Lake Nakuru is not only a designated UNESCO World Heritage site but also serves as a world-renowned bird and rhino sanctuary, where lucky travelers can also spot resident lions and leopards roaming the woodlands.
You will arrive at the park by midday and proceed directly to your booked accommodation to check into your room and enjoy a leisurely, freshly prepared lunch. In the afternoon, head out to embark on a comprehensive game drive of this remarkably scenic park.
Your drive includes visits to spectacular elevated viewpoints that offer superb photo opportunities of the shimmering lake and the thousands of pink flamingos along its shores. Return to your comfortable lodge or camp before dusk to freshen up, enjoy a delicious dinner, and settle in for a peaceful 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
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Egret Savanna Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Great Rift Valley Lakes Crossing & Crescent Island Boat Safari

Great Rift Valley Lakes Crossing & Crescent Island Boat Safari

Today you can enjoy a relaxed breakfast, as you only need to start your scenic road journey to Lake Naivasha, a beautiful freshwater lake that serves as a highly popular holiday destination for international travelers and locals alike. You will arrive in perfect time to check into your room and enjoy a fresh lunch.
Later in the afternoon, embark on an idyllic boat ride across the water to Crescent Island for an unforgettable guided walking safari. This unique sanctuary offers breathtaking scenery with sweeping views across the beautiful lake, allowing you to walk right next to wild animals grazing peacefully in their natural habitat and capture incredible photos with them. Afterward, take a scenic boat ride back to the shore and head to your hotel for a relaxing evening.
The properties we book here offer stunning natural spaces where you can spot numerous bird species among the lush trees, alongside wandering wildlife, before sitting down for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Rift Valley Lakes Departure Kilimanjaro views

Rift Valley Lakes Departure Kilimanjaro views

Following an early breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha for a scenic five-and-a-half-hour road journey to Amboseli National Park. Settle back inside your private, premium 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser, engineered for ultimate comfort on the highway.
Enjoy excellent modern amenities during the drive, including built-in device charging ports to keep your cameras powered and an onboard refrigerator stocked with perfectly chilled drinking water. Take in sweeping views of rural towns and shifting landscapes as you head south toward the Tanzania border.
Arrive in Amboseli by afternoon to check into your comfort camp, savor a fresh lunch, and relax before heading out for a thrilling game drive.
Amboseli is world-famous for massive elephant herds and stunning, iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Spot magnificent big tuskers roaming alongside lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and zebras, before exiting the park gates by 06:00 PM to return to camp for a warm dinner.

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:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Shadow of Kilimanjaro to the Volcanic Wilderness of Tsavo West

Shadow of Kilimanjaro to the Volcanic Wilderness of Tsavo West

Following a delicious breakfast, you will complete your check-out and depart toward Tsavo West National Park, entering through the preferred Chyulu gate.
Settle back for a scenic one-and-a-half to two-hour wildlife drive across changing landscapes to reach your safari lodge, with the exact duration depending on your exciting animal sightings along the route. Arrive in time to complete your check-in formalities and sit down to enjoy a fresh, hearty lunch.
In the afternoon, embark on an immersive game drive across Tsavo West's remarkably diverse volcanic terrain, exploring the dramatic, black-crusted Shetani Lava Flows, the crystal-clear waters of Mzima Springs, and the stunning green backdrop of the Chyulu Hills.
This expansive wilderness is famously known for its impressive big tuskers, as well as resident lions, elusive leopards, and endangered rhinos. Return to your comfortable lodge or camp by 06:00 PM to freshen up, enjoy a wonderful dinner, and have a relaxing evening.

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
HippoCommon
Show more
Black RhinoOccasional
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Ngulia Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo West NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Volcanic Valleys to the Red-Elephant Wilderness of Tsavo East

Volcanic Valleys to the Red-Elephant Wilderness of Tsavo East

Enjoy your breakfast complete your check-out and begin your journey to Tsavo East National Park. Start your day with an early morning en-route game drive through Tsavo West, taking in the absolute beauty of the park as the sun beautifully rises over the rugged volcanic landscape. You will have a scenic two to two-and-a-half-hour road trip, enjoying the transition from rolling hills to vast open plains.
Arrive at your destination in perfect time to check into your accommodation and enjoy a fresh, delicious lunch. In the afternoon, head out for a thrilling game drive across Tsavo East, a legendary wilderness world-famous for its iconic, dust-red elephant herds, dramatic geological features, and vast open spaces.
Explore the park's diverse habitats and keep your eyes peeled for resident lions, elusive leopards, and unique wildlife roaming the savannah.
Return to your lodge by 06:00 PM to freshen up, enjoy a wonderful dinner, and have a relaxing night.

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:
Voi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo East NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Red-Dust Savannah Farewell & Onward Journey to Nairobi

Red-Dust Savannah Farewell & Onward Journey to Nairobi

Your morning begins with a delicious, relaxed breakfast at your Tsavo East lodge as you look out over the vast, red-dust savannah plains one last time. After completing your checkout formalities, you will settle comfortably into your private, premium 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser for the final smooth road journey heading north back toward the capital city.
Take full advantage of the modern amenities on board during this drive, sip a cold drink en route from our integrated refrigerator.
Take in the final sweeping views of the beautiful Kenyan countryside and vibrant local towns along the highway as your memorable safari draws to a close.
You will arrive safely back in Nairobi by the early afternoon, typically by 2:30 PM, concluding with a completely flexible, complimentary drop-off at your chosen city hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

Main Destination:
Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
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)

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

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