Polarsteps Safaris

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$2,492 to $3,117 pp (USD)

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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 - Amboseli National Park

Nairobi - Amboseli National Park

Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative, who will provide a briefing about your upcoming safari adventure. You will then begin your journey south toward Amboseli National Park, passing through Nairobi and enjoying scenic views along the way. As you approach the park, the magnificent silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro will provide a stunning backdrop to your first wildlife encounters. Lunch will be served at Ol Tukai Lodge before you embark on an afternoon game drive to explore the park's diverse ecosystems. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at Ol Tukai Lodge, Amboseli.

Nestled at the base of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, Amboseli National Park is one of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Renowned for its spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife, the park offers sweeping plains, seasonal wetlands, and breathtaking views of the mountain’s snow-capped summit.

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:
Ol Tukai Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Amboseli National Park

Amboseli National Park

Spend another memorable day exploring the remarkable landscapes and wildlife of Amboseli National Park. An early morning game drive is highly recommended, offering some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities of the day, along with breathtaking views of the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro as it rises above the plains. After the drive, return to the lodge for a leisurely breakfast.

Following breakfast, you may choose to embark on an additional game drive to the park’s famous swamps, where wildlife congregates throughout the day, including elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and a variety of bird species. Alternatively, you can relax at the lodge and enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding wilderness.

In the afternoon, head out for another exciting game drive across the vast savannah in search of the park’s diverse wildlife, including members of the iconic Big Five. As the day comes to an end, return to Ol Tukai Lodge for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Ol Tukai Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Amboseli - Lake Naivasha

Amboseli - Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, check out of the lodge and enjoy a final game drive as you exit the park. Continue your journey to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch and check-in at your resort. Spend the afternoon at leisure or choose from a range of optional activities available around the lake.

You may opt for a scenic boat ride on Lake Naivasha (available at an additional cost), offering excellent opportunities to spot hippos and a variety of bird species. The boat excursion can be combined with a visit to Crescent Island, where guided walks among free-roaming wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and antelopes provide a unique safari experience.

Alternatively, visit Hell’s Gate National Park, renowned for its dramatic landscapes, including towering cliffs, deep gorges, volcanic formations, and geothermal features. The park offers opportunities for activities such as cycling, hiking, and rock climbing while enjoying close encounters with wildlife.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Naivasha - Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Naivasha - Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park via the scenic Great Rift Valley, with a stop at a viewpoint to admire its breathtaking landscapes. Arrive at your lodge in time for check-in and lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is renowned for its flamingo-lined shores and thriving rhino population. As you explore the park, look out for black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, buffaloes, Rothschild’s giraffes, zebras, impalas, and waterbucks. The park's diverse habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and the lakeshore, provide excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and birdwatching.

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:
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara National Reserve

Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara National Reserve

After an early breakfast, set off for the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, traveling south through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Continue via Narok Town before ascending the western escarpment and entering the vast savannahs that form part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem, a region celebrated for its abundant wildlife and breathtaking scenery.

Arrive at Mara Serena Safari Lodge in time for lunch and some relaxation. Later in the afternoon, embark on an exciting game drive across the reserve, where opportunities abound to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and many other species in their natural habitat.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.

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:
Mara Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve

Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Maasai Mara National Reserve on game drives across its endless plains, home to an incredible variety of wildlife. You may choose an optional hot air balloon safari for breathtaking views of the reserve at sunrise or visit a traditional Maasai village to experience the local culture. The Mara is famous for its abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and leopards. During the Great Migration season, thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the plains, creating one of nature’s greatest spectacles. Return to Mara Serena Lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Mara Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Masai Mara Nairobi

Masai Mara Nairobi

After breakfast at the luxury camp, begin your journey back to Nairobi, enjoying a final game drive as you leave the Maasai Mara. Along the way, stop in Narok Town, a vibrant Maasai town known for its local crafts, artwork, and unique souvenirs.

Upon arrival in Nairobi, enjoy lunch at a city hotel before spending some time browsing local markets for any last-minute purchases. Later, transfer to the airport for your international departure, bringing your unforgettable Kenyan safari adventure to a close.

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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