$3,378 to $3,761 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Scenic Descent to the Legendary Masai Mara
Scenic Descent to the Legendary Masai Mara
Depart Nairobi in the morning, descending through the Great Rift Valley with stops at panoramic viewpoints overlooking the rift floor. Journey past rural towns and open country toward the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive at your camp or lodge in time to check in, enjoy a fresh lunch, and relax through the mid-day heat. As the afternoon cools down, head out for your first game drive across the vast grasslands. Bathed in golden sunset light, the savanna comes alive with grazing zebras, impalas, gazelles, and giraffes. Keep a sharp eye out for lions waking up to begin their evening hunts, hyenas skulking through the brush, and elephants moving in family herds. Experience the true atmosphere of wild East Africa before returning to camp for a hot dinner, relaxing by the campfire, and settling in under starry African skies to the distant sounds of nocturnal wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Veilscape Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full-Day Big Five Expedition on the Mara Plains
Full-Day Big Five Expedition on the Mara Plains
Wake early for breakfast before setting out on a comprehensive full-day game drive across the expansive reserve. Armed with a packed picnic lunch, navigate deep into the heart of the Mara to track the legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. Traverse varied terrain, from sweeping grasslands to acacia woodlands and rocky outcrops where cheetahs scan for prey. Reach the famous Mara River, a crucial obstacle during the annual Great Migration, where dense pods of hippos splash in the water and massive Nile crocodiles sun themselves on mudbanks. Enjoy your picnic lunch at a designated scenic spot under the shade of a lone acacia tree while taking in sweeping open vistas. In the afternoon, continue tracking wildlife across different sectors, catching sight of topis, hartebeests, and vibrant birdlife before driving back to your lodge as dusk settles across the savanna.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Veilscape Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Full Day Exploring Masai Mara Wonders
Full Day Exploring Masai Mara Wonders
Spend another full day immersed in the world-famous Masai Mara, targeting regions and ecosystems you have yet to explore. With full flexibility, set out early with packed lunches to track big cat prides during active morning hours. Focus on finding elusive leopards resting in riverine trees or cheetah families hunting across flat southern plains. Visit different river crossings and drainage channels where vast herds of wildebeest and zebras gather. Take time to observe intimate animal behaviors, from elephant nursing calves to martial eagles soaring high above the canopy. Enjoy a peaceful mid-day picnic lunch in the bush surrounded by nature. In the afternoon, venture into quieter conservancy margins or open valleys rich in wildlife activity before capturing a spectacular golden-hour Mara sunset, returning to your lodge for dinner and a restful night under African skies.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Veilscape Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Journey & Afternoon Game Drive at Lake Nakuru Sanctuary
Journey & Afternoon Game Drive at Lake Nakuru Sanctuary
Enjoy an early breakfast before bidding farewell to the Mara and embarking on a scenic drive toward Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in time for lunch and check-in at your lodge. In the afternoon, set out for a game drive around the lake, famous for its rich ecosystem and thriving rhino sanctuary. Track both endangered black and white rhinos grazing along grassy flats, alongside rare Rothschild’s giraffes moving gracefully through fever-tree forests. Drive up to scenic viewpoints like Baboon Cliff for panoramic aerial vistas of the glittering lake filled with pelicans, cormorants, and colorful waterbirds. Search the acacia trees for tree-climbing lions and elusive leopards that often rest high in the branches. After a fruitful afternoon exploring forests, cliffs, and shorelines, return to your lodge for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay near the serene waters of the park.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Boat Safari and Guided nature walk at lake naivasha
Boat Safari and Guided nature walk at lake naivasha
After breakfast, take a short, comfortable drive to nearby Lake Naivasha, a picturesque high-altitude freshwater lake surrounded by yellow-fever acacia trees. Upon arrival, check into your lakeside lodge and prepare for a morning water safari. Board a boat to glide past submerged papyrus swamps, watching pods of grunting hippos surfacing in calm waters while fish eagles swoop down to snatch fish from the lake surface. Disembark on a nature walk in a private game sanctuary where you will enjoy a rare, guided walking safari among wild animals. Because there are no large predators on the island, you can safely walk side-by-side with gentle zebras, wildebeest, waterbucks, gazelles, and giraffes in complete tranquility. Return to the main shore for lunch, spending a restful afternoon enjoying the lodge grounds, watching resident vervet monkeys and colorful birds in the garden.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Muthu Lake Naivasha Country Club
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Amboseli & Kilimanjaro Views
Amboseli & Kilimanjaro Views
Enjoy breakfast overlooking the lake before checking out and setting off on a south-bound journey through changing landscapes toward Amboseli National Park, situated near the Tanzanian border. As you approach the park boundary in the afternoon, witness the breathtaking, snow-capped dome of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the clouds in the distance. Check into your lodge, enjoy lunch, and set out for an late afternoon game drive across dusty lakebeds and lush, palm-fringed wetlands fed by underground mountain springs. Amboseli is famous worldwide for harboring some of the largest-tusked African elephants on the continent. Watch vast family groups, led by matriarchs, wade through swampy marshes while background views of Kilimanjaro create unforgettable photographic backdrops. Return to your lodge for dinner, enjoying traditional hospitality and a cool evening breeze under open skies.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Amboseli Morning and Afternoon Gamedrives
Amboseli Morning and Afternoon Gamedrives
Dedicate a complete day to exploring Amboseli’s diverse habitats through separate morning and afternoon game drives. Rise early to capture clear, unobstructed views of Mount Kilimanjaro lit up by the rising sun. Drive through open plains to spot lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and vast herds of wildebeests and zebras active in the cool morning air. Ascend Observation Hill for sweeping views over marshlands packed with hippos and waterbirds. Return to your lodge for a hot lunch and a restful break during the midday heat. In the late afternoon, set out again as wildlife congregates around swamp edges. Watch giant elephant bulls roaming past palm trees against the evening sky, creating world-class photography opportunities. As dusk falls, return to your lodge for a delicious dinner, sharing stories around the campfire while enjoying your final night in the heart of the East African bush.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Breakfast and Departure to Nairobi
Breakfast and Departure to Nairobi
Wake up to a peaceful morning in Amboseli and enjoy a relaxed breakfast while taking in your final view of Mount Kilimanjaro in the early light. After breakfast, meet your guide, assist with loading your luggage, and complete check-out procedures at the lodge. Bid farewell to the park as you embark on a comfortable overland drive north back toward Nairobi. Travel through scenic rural country, passing local villages and bustling trading towns along the highway, with an option to stop at local artisan markets for handmade souvenirs. Enjoy a relaxing hot lunch en route as you head closer to the capital city. Arrive in Nairobi by early afternoon, where your driver will drop you off directly at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your outbound flight or deliver you safely to your city hotel, bringing your memorable 8-day Kenya safari to a comfortable, seamless close.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
