$2,246 to $2,642 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Masai Mara – Gateway to Africa's Wilderness
Masai Mara – Gateway to Africa's Wilderness
Your safari commences with a scenic drive into the Masai Mara National Reserve, a landscape where wildlife still thrives in numbers reminiscent of ancient Africa. As the northern extension of the Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara becomes a stage for nature's most dramatic performances – including the legendary Great Migration, where countless wildebeests and zebras cross crocodile-infested waters, shadowed by patient predators. You arrive at your mid-range camp or lodge in time for a hot lunch. After settling in, the afternoon reveals your first game drive across rolling savannahs, where lions bask, elephants roam, and giraffes grace the horizon. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enkorok Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Mara Full Day – Predators, Prey & Feathered Treasures
Mara Full Day – Predators, Prey & Feathered Treasures
Following breakfast, you venture deep into the reserve for a full day of exploration, carrying a picnic lunch. The Mara is celebrated for its magnificent black-maned lions and exceptional wildlife density – few places offer such high chances of encountering the Big Five in a single morning. Cheetahs here are notably bold, often seeking shade beneath vehicles or climbing onto rooftops for better vantage points. For birdwatchers, nearly 500 species have been recorded, including 16 eagles, 6 vultures, 8 storks, 4 bustards – with the Kori bustard being the world's heaviest flying bird – plus 9 sunbirds. As golden light fades, you return to your lodge, brimming with memories, for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enkorok Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Nakuru – Flamingo Shores & Rhino Sanctuary
Lake Nakuru – Flamingo Shores & Rhino Sanctuary
Your journey continues to Lake Nakuru National Park, one of the Rift Valley's most iconic alkaline lakes. World-renowned for its flamingoes, the lake sometimes hosts nearly 2 million of these pink-feathered wonders, creating a breathtaking band of colour along the shoreline. Beyond its avian spectacle, Lake Nakuru serves as a vital rhino sanctuary, protecting over 40 black and 60 white rhinos within its fenced boundaries. You arrive at your lodge in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive along the lake's edge. Watch for leopards lounging in fever trees, Rothschild's giraffes browsing acacias, and buffalo herds grazing nearby. Return for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
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Ziwa Bush Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Naivasha – Papyrus Shores & Hippo Haunts
Lake Naivasha – Papyrus Shores & Hippo Haunts
An early drive takes you to Lake Naivasha, the highest and arguably most beautiful of the Rift Valley lakes, sitting at 1,910 metres above sea level. Its fresh waters are fringed with dense papyrus clumps – once used by ancient Egyptians for paper-making. Kingfishers perch among the reeds while herons stalk the shallows. With over 400 bird species recorded, Naivasha is a birder's paradise. The lake is also a favourite weekend retreat for Nairobi residents who sail, water-ski, and fish here. Although crocodiles are absent due to cold waters, hippos thrive in abundance. Vineyards along the shoreline produce grapes for Kenya's growing wine industry. You settle into your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Amboseli – Kilimanjaro's Elephant Kingdom
Amboseli – Kilimanjaro's Elephant Kingdom
Depart southward to Amboseli National Park, arriving at your mid-range accommodation in time for lunch. The afternoon unveils a game drive across this unique landscape – an ancient dry lake bed with fragile grasslands, acacia woodlands, and volcanic hills. Around the swamps of Ol Tukai, Enkongo Narok, and Ol Okenya, lush yellow-barked acacias and phoenix palms create vibrant pockets of greenery. Here, Amboseli's legendary elephant herds – over 1,600 individuals – roam freely, often framed by Africa's tallest mountain. As the sun dips below the horizon, you return to your lodge for dinner and a restful overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Amboseli Full Day – Elephants at Dawn & Maasai Culture
Amboseli Full Day – Elephants at Dawn & Maasai Culture
Rise early to witness Mount Kilimanjaro's snow-capped summit before clouds gather, as you set out with a packed lunch for a full day of exploration. Amboseli offers perhaps the finest elephant viewing in Africa – these gentle giants, unharassed by poachers, feed and bathe in the swamps, creating unforgettable safari moments. After breakfast, you may arrange a visit to a Maasai village, where warriors share their singing, dancing, and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their traditional homes and social structure offers a poignant cultural experience. The afternoon continues with game drives across the plains. Return to your lodge as evening falls for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Amboseli to Nairobi – Final Safari Farewell
Amboseli to Nairobi – Final Safari Farewell
Your final morning begins with one last game drive across Amboseli's misty plains, capturing the first golden light on Kilimanjaro's glaciers. Elephants emerge from the swamps, their massive forms silhouetted against the mountain – a perfect farewell image. After breakfast at your lodge, you depart for Nairobi, with a delicious lunch served along the route. The journey offers final glimpses of Kenya's varied landscapes – from savannah to farmland. You arrive in Nairobi during the afternoon, where you are dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 7-day Into the Wild adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
