8-Day Nairobi, Amboseli, Samburu, Mara Safari

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

Arrival in Nairobi

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Hotel. Located amidst beautifully manicured gardens, this hotel offers a serene escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Spend your first afternoon at leisure, relaxing by the pool or exploring the city, followed by an overnight stay in a Deluxe room on a bed-and-breakfast basis.

Main Destination:

Giraffe Centre (Nairobi)

Accommodation:

Sarova Panafric Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Nairobi (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. You will arrive in time for lunch at the Amboseli SOPA Lodge, set within 200 acres of private land. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive to witness the park's diverse wildlife against the backdrop of Africa's highest peak. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

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

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Amboseli Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Amboseli National Park

Dedicate your day to exploring Amboseli’s swampy terrain, which provides a permanent water source for hippos, buffaloes, and over 400 bird species. You have the flexibility of morning and evening game drives or a full-day excursion with a packed lunch provided by the lodge. Between drives, enjoy the lodge’s facilities or take in the stunning mountain views.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Amboseli Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Amboseli to Samburu National Reserve

Depart Amboseli for a scenic drive north, crossing the equator into the rugged Samburu National Reserve. This arid landscape is home to the "Special Five"—the reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, beisa oryx, and gerenuk. You will check in at Samburu Sopa Lodge or Sarova Shaba Game Lodge for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive through this unique ecosystem.

Main Destination:

Samburu 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 Samburu NR

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

ZebraCommon

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

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HippoOccasional

HyenaOccasional

CheetahRare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Samburu Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Samburu National Reserve

Enjoy a full day of wildlife viewing in Samburu, tracking lions, leopards, and cheetahs along the Ewaso Ng'iro River. The river is the lifeline of this reserve, attracting large numbers of elephants and Nile crocodiles. You will return to your lodge for dinner, sharing stories of the day's sightings under the vast northern sky.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Samburu Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Samburu to Maasai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, embark on a long but scenic journey to the crown jewel of Kenya’s wildlife areas: the Maasai Mara. Arrive at the Lodge, located on the slopes of the Oloolaimutia Hills, in time for a late lunch. The afternoon is spent on a game drive in the vast savannahs, where the concentration of plains game and predators is among the highest in the world.

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

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Spend a full day in the Mara, home to the Great Migration during the peak season. You can opt for a full-day game drive to the Mara River with a packed lunch or split your day into morning and evening sessions. This is your best chance to witness the "Big Five" in action and enjoy the breathtaking horizons of this iconic reserve.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Maasai Mara to Nairobi

Wake up for a final early morning game drive in the Mara to catch the predators at their most active. Following a hearty breakfast, begin your journey back to Nairobi. You will be dropped off at your preferred location or the airport for your flight home, carrying memories of an extraordinary journey through the heart of East Africa.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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