$2,804 to $4,119 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Your driver and guide will meet you at your hotel or the airport in Nairobi for an exciting safari adventure. After a brief introduction, you'll head to the stunning Maasai Mara National Reserve.
The drive takes you through the picturesque Great Rift Valley, offering scenic views of rolling hills and vibrant local communities. There will be stops along the way for photographs of landmarks such as the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Upon arrival at the Maasai Mara, you'll check in and enjoy a delicious lunch featuring both local and international cuisine.
Then, embark on an afternoon game drive in the renowned reserve, famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration. With your expert guide, you'll have the opportunity to spot a diverse range of wildlife, including lions, leopards, giraffes, buffalo, cheetahs, and elephants.
After an exhilarating day, return to Zebra Plains Mara Camp for a hearty dinner and a comfortable overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
Begin your day with a hearty early morning breakfast, energizing you for an exhilarating full day of game viewing in one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations.
The Masai Mara Game Reserve is home to the Big Five and is renowned as one of the most dynamic wildlife ecosystems on the planet. It boasts the highest concentration of large mammals and a diverse range of ecosystems, from savannahs and woodlands to riverine forests, making it a prime destination for wildlife enthusiasts.
You'll enjoy your picnic lunch along the Mara River or the Masai Mara Savannah. Depending on the season, you might also get the chance to witness the spectacular Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing pastures, typically occurring from July to October.
Later, return for dinner and spend the night at the Zebra Plains Mara Camp, where you can relax and reflect on the day's adventures amid the breathtaking African landscape.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast, then proceed to a game drive. On this day, we recommend a morning/evening game drive to have time to enjoy the lodge facilities. In the early mornings and evenings, you'll have the opportunity to see lots of animals, as the big cats are more active and the sun isn't hot. In addition, we'll arrange for you a guided nature walk with a local masai guide from the camp, where you'll have a chance to experience different animals and birds. The nature walk is approximately 1 hour.
On this day, you'll have the option to complement your safari with a balloon safari, which will allow you to experience wildlife from the sky, followed by a complimentary bush breakfast!
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Masai Mara National Reserve to Lake Nakuru National Park
Masai Mara National Reserve to Lake Nakuru National Park
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, then check out. Afterward, you'll embark on a visit to a Masai village, where you can immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of the Masai people. This experience includes the opportunity to engage in traditional singing and dancing, allowing you to connect with the community and gain a deeper understanding of their way of life.
Later, embark on your journey to Lake Nakuru National Park. You'll arrive in time for check-in, have lunch, and then have some rest. Later in the afternoon, enjoy game drives at Lake Nakuru National Park later in the afternoon. The park boasts an abundance of wildlife and spectacular landscapes. Think of black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hippos occupying euphorbia forests, acacia woodlands, savannah grasslands, and rocky escarpments around a shallow, alkaline lake.
Later in the evening, return to the lodge 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 5
Lake Nakuru National Park to Aberdare National Park
Lake Nakuru National Park to Aberdare National Park
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, check out, and embark on a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. Later, transfer to Aberdare National Park. The drive is scenic through the central Kenyan highlands, with stops to view tea and coffee plantations. You'll arrive at the lodge in time for check-in and lunch. This outstanding lodge offers high-altitude game viewing, including animals rarely encountered elsewhere, such as the giant forest hog, bush pig, tree hyrax, large-spotted genet, and the elusive bongo. Wildlife can be observed from different levels at The Ark—from outside, where you can see, hear, and smell everything, and inside, where you can sit with a cup of tea and stay warm and cozy. You can request to be awakened at night if your favorite animals appear. A herd of elephants might be just feet away, and if you are lucky, a leopard or a significant male lion might appear.
Dinner and overnight stay are at The Ark.
- Main Destination:
- Aberdare National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Ark Lodge
Wildlife in Aberdare NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6-7
Aberdare National Park to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Aberdare National Park to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
You’ll depart Aberdare in the morning and travel to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, arriving around midday to check in to your lodge and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, you’ll visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a refuge for rescued chimpanzees, where you’ll learn about their care and rehabilitation. The day concludes with an afternoon game drive across the conservancy before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
The next day begins with a morning to mid-day game drive and return to the lodge at the Rhino Sanctuary, where you’ll see the last two remaining northern white rhinos on Earth and learn about the science behind their protection. You’ll also meet Baraka, the blind black rhino whose story inspires conservation worldwide. After returning to the lodge for lunch, you’ll head out for an afternoon game drive, searching for elephants, lions, and other plains wildlife before enjoying a relaxed evening back at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Accommodation:
- Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Nairobi
Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Nairobi
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, then check out and embark on a 3-4 hour drive to Nairobi.
You'll arrive in Nairobi in time for lunch. Later, you will be dropped off at your hotel or directly at the airport, concluding your 8-day safari. This journey offers a perfect blend of adventure, wildlife encounters, and conservation experiences, leaving lasting memories of Kenya's unique landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
