$2,587 to $2,600 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Your journey begins with a morning pick-up in Nairobi, followed by a scenic drive down to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch and check-in at your budget camp. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive across the iconic plains. Amboseli is world-famous for its massive herds of free-ranging elephants and unmatched views of Africa's highest peak, the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Keep your camera ready as you search for lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, and giraffes roaming against the backdrop of the snow-capped mountain. Return to the camp at sunset for dinner and a relaxing evening under the stars.
Optional for an extra cost: Upgrade to a mid-range safari lodge or enjoy a traditional Maasai village cultural visit.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Nyati Safari Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Amboseli National Park to Hell's Gate
Amboseli National Park to Hell's Gate
Wake up early for a final sunrise game drive in Amboseli, capturing the last views of Mount Kilimanjaro before breakfast. Afterward, check out and journey through the Great Rift Valley toward Naivasha. Arrive in the afternoon at Hell's Gate National Park, a unique landscape where you can safely explore on foot or by bicycle. Walk or ride past towering basalt cliffs, dramatic rock towers, and steaming geothermal vents while spotting zebras, gazelles, and giraffes along the way. Later, head to your budget camp near the lake for dinner and your overnight stay.
Optional for an extra cost: Rent a bicycle for the park ride, take a guided walking tour of the deep gorges, or enjoy a scenic boat safari on Lake Naivasha to see hippos.
- Main Destination:
- Hell’S Gate National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Resort
Wildlife in Hell’s Gate NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park
After an early breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, a world-famous wildlife sanctuary. Arrive in time for lunch at your budget accommodation. Lake Nakuru is renowned for its thriving populations of both black and white rhinoceroses, making it one of the best places in Kenya to see these endangered giants up close. Spend the afternoon exploring the acacia woodlands and the lakeshore, searching for rare Rothschild's giraffes, leopards, lions, and vast flocks of flamingos and pelicans. Return to your camp for dinner.
Optional for an extra cost: Upgrade to a mid-range safari lodge or request a specialized bird-watching guided walk.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Depart Lake Nakuru after breakfast and drive through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley toward the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive at your budget tented camp in time for lunch and a short rest. In the late afternoon, head out for your introductory game drive in Africa's premier wildlife arena. The rolling savannah plains of the Mara are teeming with life, offering your first chance to spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeests and zebras. Return to the comfort of your budget camp at dusk for a hearty dinner around the campfire.
Optional for an extra cost: Upgrade to a luxury tented camp or stop at a roadside viewpoint for souvenir shopping.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
-
Sankale Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Full Day Game Drive in the Masai Mara
Full Day Game Drive in the Masai Mara
Spend a full day exploring the pristine wilderness of the Masai Mara. Armed with a picnic lunch, you will traverse deep into the reserve to maximize your wildlife viewing. This region holds an incredibly high concentration of predators, giving you excellent chances to witness lions on a hunt, a cheetah pacing the plains, or a leopard resting in a tree. Visit the Mara River, where crocodiles and hippos wallow. The vast golden plains offer unparalleled photography opportunities and the quintessential African safari experience. Return to camp in the evening for dinner.
Optional for an extra cost: Soar over the plains on a magical sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast, or visit a local Maasai village.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sankale Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Full Day Mara River Exploration
Full Day Mara River Exploration
Another full day in the legendary Mara allows you to explore completely different sectors of the reserve. Today, head toward the famous Mara River, the central stage for the annual wildebeest migration crossings. Here, you can observe massive hippos wallowing in the water and giant Nile crocodiles basking on the muddy banks. Enjoy your picnic lunch under a shaded tree on the open plains while watching herds of elephants, topis, and elands graze around you. As the sun sets on your final safari evening, return to the camp for a farewell dinner around the campfire.
Optional for an extra cost: Take a guided cultural walking tour through a traditional Maasai village to learn about their ancient customs and dances.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sankale Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Greet your final morning in the wilderness with an early morning game drive, a golden hour opportunity to see predators active before the sun gets too hot. Return to the camp for a full breakfast before packing your bags and checking out. Enjoy a final drive through the reserve as you head toward the main gates. Journey back across the Great Rift Valley floor, stopping along the way for lunch (at your own expense) and scenic views. Arrive back in Kenya's capital city by late afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of an epic adventure.
Optional for an extra cost: Farewell dinner at the famous Carnivore Restaurant in Nairobi or an airport drop-off upgrade.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
