$1,887 to $2,404 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Masai Mara – Into the Wild Heartland
Masai Mara – Into the Wild Heartland
Depart early for the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of the last places on earth where wildlife still lives comparatively undisturbed, in numbers that once roamed Africa's vast plains and forests. As the northern tip of the Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and attendant predators. You arrive in time for a satisfying lunch at your mid-range lodge or camp. After a short rest, embark on an afternoon game drive across rolling savannahs. Lions, elephants, giraffes, and cheetahs are frequently spotted. As the sun sets over golden grasslands, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by nocturnal wilderness sounds.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enkorok Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Masai Mara – Full Day of Predators & Prey
Masai Mara – Full Day of Predators & Prey
Wake to the dawn chorus of African birds. After breakfast, set out with a packed lunch for a full day of game driving. The Mara is famous for its black-manned lions and abundant resident wildlife. It remains one of the few places where spotting the Big Five during a single morning drive is entirely possible. Many cheetahs are so tame they seek shelter from the hot sun under safari vehicles; some even climb onto rooftops for a better view of prey. You'll explore the Mara River, where hippos and crocodiles bask. Return to your lodge in the evening for a hearty dinner and overnight rest.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enkorok Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Masai Mara – Birds, Big Cats & Boundless Plains
Masai Mara – Birds, Big Cats & Boundless Plains
Another full day of adventure awaits. With your packed lunch, venture deep into the reserve. For bird enthusiasts, nearly 500 species have been recorded here, including 16 types of eagles, 6 vultures, 8 storks, and 4 bustards—including the Kori bustard, the world's heaviest flying bird. Sunbirds flash iridescent colors among acacia branches. You may witness a lion pride stalk prey or a cheetah sprint across open grassland. Between July and October, the Great Migration brings river crossings of dramatic intensity. After sunset, return to your camp for dinner and overnight, listening to hyenas calling in the distance.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enkorok Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru – Rhinos & Flamingo Shores
Lake Nakuru – Rhinos & Flamingo Shores
An early departure takes you to Lake Nakuru National Park. Known worldwide for its flamingoes, this alkaline lake is recognized as one of the natural wonders of the world. At times, nearly 2 million flamingoes form a stunning deep pink band around the lake shore. Lake Nakuru is now a rhino sanctuary, harboring over 40 black and 60 white rhinos—both critically protected species. Arrive in time for lunch at your mid-range lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive along the lake's edge, where you may also spot Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, and leopards hiding in acacia woodlands. Return for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Amboseli – Elephants Under Kilimanjaro
Amboseli – Elephants Under Kilimanjaro
An early start leads you to Amboseli National Park, situated south of Nairobi. Most of the park consists of a dry, ancient lake bed, fragile grasslands, and patches of acacia woodland. In the southern area, small rocky volcanic hills rise from the plains. You check into your mid-range accommodation and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, set out for a game drive around the lush swamps of Ol Kenya, Ol Tukai, and Enkongo Narok, where yellow-barked acacias and phoenix palms thrive. Amboseli is legendary for its massive elephant herds—over 1,600 individuals—often framed by the majestic peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. Return for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Amboseli – Morning Game Drive & Return to Nairobi
Amboseli – Morning Game Drive & Return to Nairobi
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Amboseli as the rising sun illuminates Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak. Watch elephants bathe in the swamp, zebras graze on open plains, and wildebeests traverse ancient migratory paths. After breakfast, begin your journey back to Nairobi with lunch served along the way. You arrive in Nairobi during late afternoon, where you are dropped off at your hotel or the airport. This marks the end of your roaring 6-day Kenyan safari—a mid-range adventure filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and the raw beauty of Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
