Apex Felidae Expeditions

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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 to The Great Masai Mara

Nairobi to The Great Masai Mara

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or pick-up from your Nairobi hotel, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and briefed on your exciting safari adventure. Depart Nairobi and journey towards the world-famous Maasai Mara, travelling through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley with a stop at a scenic viewpoint to admire its spectacular landscapes and capture memorable photographs.

Continue through Narok Town and into the vast plains of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations. Arrive at Enkorok Mara Camp in time for a delicious lunch and some relaxation before setting out on your first thrilling afternoon game drive. Explore the reserve in search of the Big Five and an abundance of other wildlife across the endless savannah. As the sun sets over the Mara, return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the beauty 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
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Enkorok Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Enjoy a full day at this famous reserve with game drives searching for wild game with an option to enjoy a balloon safari(at an extra cost.). You can carry a picnic lunch or have lunch at the camp.
The Mara is the land of African legend. Lions are abundant throughout the park, as are the elephants, giraffes, and a variety of gazelle species and zebras. Cheetahs and leopards are also regularly seen and less commonly, rhinos. The annual wildebeest migration, one of nature's few remaining wildlife spectacles, occurs in the Mara from July to September where the big animals and their predators are to be present in abundance during the time frame of this trip. Several species of bee-eater, the flying rainbow that heads the list of Mara's birds, occur in the reserve. The Masai Mara is also home to many members of the colourful Maasai people who may be seen around the borders of the park—Moran’s. Return to the camp in the evening for dinner and your overnight.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Enkorok Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Scenic Drive from Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru

Scenic Drive from Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru

After breakfast, depart from the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve and enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch and check-in at your lodge.
In the afternoon, head out for an exciting game drive in this wildlife-rich park, famous for its thriving populations of both black and white rhinos. You’ll also have the chance to spot giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and troops of baboons. Along the lake shores, enjoy sightings of flamingos and a variety of birdlife, while the acacia woodlands offer opportunities to see elusive leopards and the park’s unique tree-climbing lions.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, relaxing after a rewarding day of travel and wildlife exploration.

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:
Ziwa Bush Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

From Lake Nakuru to Amboseli – Scenic Journey via Nairobi

From Lake Nakuru to Amboseli – Scenic Journey via Nairobi

After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park, with a lunch stop along the way. In the afternoon, embark on an exciting game drive, guided by our expert, through this renowned park. Amboseli is famous for its large herds of elephants and its stunning vistas of Mount Kilimanjaro. Situated at the base of Africa’s tallest peak, the park provides unique opportunities to witness elephants in their natural habitat.

On clear evenings, you'll be treated to the awe-inspiring sight of Mount Kilimanjaro, its snow-capped peak standing majestically against the sky.

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
Show more
HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Penety Amboseli Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Amboseli National Park Full-day game drive

Amboseli National Park Full-day game drive

After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park with packed lunch boxes, allowing you to maximise your time exploring one of Kenya's most iconic wildlife destinations. Traverse the park's vast plains, swamps, and acacia woodlands in search of magnificent elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a rich variety of birdlife.

Enjoy your picnic lunch at a designated scenic spot within the park while taking in breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness and the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Continue your wildlife adventure with visits to key areas such as Observation Hill, which offers spectacular panoramic views of Amboseli's landscapes and wetlands.

As the day draws to a close, enjoy more wildlife sightings before returning to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on an unforgettable day in the heart of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Penety Amboseli Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Amboseli to Nairobi

Amboseli to Nairobi

You'll start your day with an early-morning game drive, capturing memorable wildlife sightings, before enjoying a relaxed breakfast. Afterward, you will check out of your accommodation and begin the return road transfer to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at either JKIA for your departure journey or at your overnight hotel, marking the end of your safari adventure.

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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  • This tour is offered by Apex Felidae Expeditions, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
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