Metlife Africa Safari

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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 Amboseli National Park

Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

Your unforgettable 6-day luxury safari begins with a warm pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or airport by our professional safari guide. Travel through scenic Kenyan countryside on a comfortable drive of under 5 hours to the iconic Amboseli National Park, famed for its vast open plains and the breathtaking backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak.

Arrive in time for a delicious lunch at your luxury lodge or tented camp, followed by check-in and a short rest as you settle into the serenity of the wild. In the afternoon, enjoy your first thrilling game drive across Amboseli’s golden savannahs, where unforgettable wildlife encounters await. Spot giant elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and rich birdlife.

As the sun sets in glowing shades behind Kilimanjaro, return to your lodge for a gourmet dinner and a magical overnight stay. A must-go luxury safari experience.

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:
Nyati Safari Camp
  • Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Amboseli National Park to Aberdare National Park

Amboseli National Park to Aberdare National Park

After an early breakfast in Amboseli, set off on a breathtaking journey of about 6 hours to Aberdare National Park, passing through Kenya’s lush central highlands, tea plantations, and scenic countryside. Enjoy a short en-route game viewing experience as you approach the cool mountain region.

Arrive at Aberdare Country Club for a delightful lunch and check-in, then relax in the serene highland setting. Later, transfer into Aberdare National Park, driving deep into misty forests and dramatic mountain landscapes.

Reach the iconic The Ark Lodge, a one-of-a-kind tree lodge overlooking a floodlit waterhole. Here, the safari comes alive at your doorstep—elephants, buffaloes, bushbucks, and even elusive leopards appear just meters away as you watch from panoramic decks and lounges.

Enjoy dinner while wildlife gathers below, creating an unforgettable natural theatre. This is not just a stay—it’s a must-go, once-in-a-lifetime forest safari experience.

Main Destination:
Aberdare National Park
Best Time To Visit June to September and December to February (Driest months)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Aberdare NP

ElephantCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionNone
HippoNone
Accommodation:
The Ark Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Aberdare NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Aberdare National Park to Lake Nakuru National Park

Aberdare National Park to Lake Nakuru National Park

After an early breakfast at The Ark Lodge, enjoy a short game viewing experience as you depart Aberdare for Lake Nakuru National Park. The journey of less than 5 hours takes you through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley escarpment, with panoramic views and scenic photo stops along the way.

Arrive in time for lunch and check-in at your luxury lodge or tented camp, followed by relaxation. In the afternoon, set out for an unforgettable game drive in the world-famous Lake Nakuru National Park, known as the “Pink Lake” due to its once-massive flocks of flamingos, now fewer because of rising water levels and climate change, yet still beautifully striking.

Explore this incredible sanctuary, home to both white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, lions, leopards, buffaloes, zebras, and rich birdlife across the acacia woodlands and lake shores.

As the sun sets over the Rift Valley, return to your lodge for dinner and 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:
Leisure Apex Resort
  • Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Nakuru National to Masai Mara National Park

Lake Nakuru National to Masai Mara National Park

After an early breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru for the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve on a scenic 5-hour drive through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley. Pass dramatic escarpments, rolling hills, and vibrant Narok town, the cultural heart of the Maasai people, with stunning photo stops along the way.

Arrive in the Mara in time for lunch and check-in at your luxury camp or lodge, followed by a short rest before your afternoon adventure.

Later, set out on an exciting game drive across Africa’s most iconic safari plains in search of the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and cheetah—alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and hyenas roaming freely in the wild.

Visit the legendary Mara River, home to hippos and crocodiles and the dramatic stage of the Great Migration (seasonal). As the sun sets over the savannah, return for dinner and an unforgettable overnight stay. A true must-go safari experience.

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
Show more
BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Miti Mingi Eco Camp
  • Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Masai Mara Full Game Drive

Masai Mara Full Game Drive

After an early breakfast, depart with packed picnic lunch for a full-day safari in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve—Africa’s ultimate wildlife destination and a true must-go experience.

Spend the day exploring vast golden savannahs filled with incredible wildlife. The Mara offers outstanding game viewing, where the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—roam freely, alongside cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and hyenas across the plains.

A highlight is the iconic Mara River, home to hippos and crocodiles, and during migration season, witness the dramatic wildebeest crossings, one of nature’s greatest spectacles.

Optional experiences include a hot air balloon safari or Maasai village visit for cultural insight.

As the sun sets, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation. A truly unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime safari experience.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Miti Mingi Eco Camp
  • Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Masai Mara National Park to Nairobi

Masai Mara National Park to Nairobi

After an early breakfast at your lodge or camp in the Maasai Mara, check out and begin your scenic journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy a relaxed drive through the beautiful savannah landscapes and the Great Rift Valley escarpments, with optional stops along the way for photography, souvenirs, and cultural interactions in Narok town.

As you leave the wild behind, reflect on your incredible safari experiences—close encounters with the Big Five, breathtaking sunsets, and unforgettable moments in Africa’s most iconic reserve.

Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon and proceed to your hotel or airport drop-off, marking the end of your unforgettable 6-day luxury safari adventure.

This journey is more than a holiday—it is a once-in-a-lifetime experience filled with luxury, adventure, and memories that will stay with you forever.

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

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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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  • This tour is offered by Metlife Africa Safari, not SafariBookings.
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  • This group tour requires a minimum of 7 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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