$3,574 to $4,240 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Scenic Drive from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Scenic Drive from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Your safari adventure begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, travelling north through Kenya's fertile central highlands. Pass coffee, tea, and pineapple plantations before crossing the Equator at Nanyuki, where the landscape gradually changes into the rugged beauty of northern Kenya. Continue to Samburu National Reserve, arriving at your lodge in time for lunch and check-in. After a short rest, head out for an afternoon game drive to discover this unique wilderness, home to the famous Samburu Special Five: Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx. You may also encounter elephants, lions, leopards, and an abundance of birdlife along the Ewaso Nyiro River. Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the tranquil sounds of the African bush.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Samburu Full Game Drive
Samburu Full Game Drive
Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness and enjoy an early breakfast before setting out for a full day of wildlife viewing in Samburu National Reserve. Explore the reserve's diverse habitats, from open savannah and acacia woodlands to the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, where wildlife gathers to drink. Keep an eye out for the rare Samburu Special Five, as well as elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, crocodiles, and an impressive variety of bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve or return to the lodge for a hot lunch before continuing your afternoon game drive. As the golden light of sunset blankets the landscape, return to the lodge for dinner and another peaceful overnight stay in the heart of northern Kenya.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Samburu to Lake Nakuru National Park
Samburu to Lake Nakuru National Park
After an early breakfast, depart Samburu National Reserve and journey south through Kenya's scenic countryside towards the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy picturesque views of rolling hills, farmlands, and charming rural towns before arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch at your lodge. After some time to relax, head out on an afternoon game drive in one of Kenya's premier wildlife sanctuaries. Renowned for its successful rhino conservation program, the park offers excellent opportunities to spot both black and white rhinos, along with lions, leopards, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and an incredible variety of birdlife around the lake. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Perk
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Perk
After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru National Park and travel through the spectacular Great Rift Valley towards the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve. The scenic drive takes you past rolling hills, picturesque farmlands, and traditional Maasai villages before reaching Kenya's most celebrated safari destination. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and some relaxation before setting off on an afternoon game drive. Explore the vast savannah in search of the Big Five, alongside cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous antelope species. As the sun sets over the endless plains, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, ready for a full day of wildlife viewing in the Mara.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Masai Mara Full Game Drive
Masai Mara Full Game Drive
Enjoy a full day exploring the breathtaking landscapes of the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations. After an early breakfast, depart with a picnic lunch for an extensive game drive across the reserve's endless plains, riverine forests, and acacia-dotted savannah. Search for the iconic Big Five while also spotting cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and countless other wildlife species. During the Great Migration season, you may witness the spectacular Mara River crossings, one of nature's most extraordinary wildlife events. Pause for lunch at a scenic picnic site before continuing your safari in search of more unforgettable encounters. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay, ending another remarkable day in the heart of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha
Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, bid farewell to the iconic Masai Mara and journey through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the tranquil shores of Lake Naivasha. Enjoy breathtaking views of escarpments, rolling hills, and rural landscapes as you travel to one of Kenya's most picturesque freshwater lakes. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon at leisure. You may choose to take an optional boat safari across Lake Naivasha, where hippos and a rich variety of birdlife can be seen, or enjoy an optional guided walk on Crescent Island Game Sanctuary among freely roaming giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and antelopes. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay in this peaceful lakeside setting.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
After an early breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and journey south through Nairobi towards the magnificent Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy a scenic drive through Kenya's diverse landscapes before arriving at your lodge in time for lunch. After a short break, head out on an afternoon game drive across Amboseli's open plains, swamps, and acacia woodlands. Look out for elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and a wide variety of bird species, all set against the spectacular backdrop of Africa's highest mountain. Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the beauty of Amboseli.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Amboseli National Park Game Drive
Amboseli National Park Game Drive
Wake up to magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro and enjoy an early breakfast before setting off for a full day of wildlife viewing in Amboseli National Park. Explore the park's expansive plains, seasonal wetlands, and lush swamps, which attract an abundance of wildlife throughout the year. Amboseli is renowned for its large herds of free-ranging elephants, offering some of Africa's finest close-up elephant encounters. Keep an eye out for lions, cheetahs, hyenas, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and an impressive variety of bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park or return to the lodge before continuing your afternoon game drive. As the day draws to a close, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on another unforgettable safari experience beneath the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Amboseli to Nairobi
Amboseli to Nairobi
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before checking out of your lodge and departing Amboseli National Park. As you travel back to Nairobi, take in your final views of the African wilderness and, weather permitting, the majestic snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. The scenic drive passes through traditional Maasai homesteads, open plains, and bustling local towns, offering a glimpse into Kenya's diverse landscapes and cultures. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport for your onward flight, bringing your unforgettable 9-day Kenyan bush safari to a memorable close.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
