$3,378 to $3,721 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateArrival
Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli – Kilimanjaro Views & Afternoon Game Drive
Nairobi to Amboseli – Kilimanjaro Views & Afternoon Game Drive
Begin your Kenya wildlife adventure with an early morning departure from Nairobi and travel south towards Amboseli National Park, renowned for its magnificent elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrive at your comfortable lodge or camp, check in and enjoy lunch before some time to relax. In the late afternoon, head out for an evening game drive across Amboseli’s open plains and wildlife-rich wetlands. Watch for elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, hyenas and diverse birdlife as the park comes alive in the cooler hours. Enjoy the beautiful evening atmosphere and, weather permitting, stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro before returning for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Eco Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Amboseli – Full-Day Wildlife & Kilimanjaro Experience
Amboseli – Full-Day Wildlife & Kilimanjaro Experience
Rise early for a rewarding full-day wildlife and birding experience in Amboseli National Park, accompanied by a professional birding guide with specialist knowledge of the park’s diverse birdlife. Explore the open plains, swamps and woodland habitats where elephants and other wildlife share the landscape with numerous resident and migratory species. Your guide will help identify and interpret birds by appearance, calls and behaviour, with opportunities to spot flamingos, pelicans, eagles, kingfishers, herons, storks, bee-eaters and many other species. Enjoy a picnic lunch or return to the lodge for lunch before continuing your exploration. Throughout the day, watch for lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife, while enjoying changing views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Specialized birding (with a professional birding guide)
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Eco Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Amboseli to Lake Nakuru – Scenic Journey & Afternoon Game Drive
Amboseli to Lake Nakuru – Scenic Journey & Afternoon Game Drive
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and begin your scenic journey north towards Lake Nakuru National Park. Travel through changing landscapes and enjoy a memorable stop at the Great Rift Valley Viewpoint, where you can admire the dramatic escarpment, sweeping valleys and spectacular scenery. Continue towards Lake Nakuru with your professional birding guide, who will help identify interesting species along the way and around the park. After lunch and check-in, enjoy an afternoon game drive around the lake and its surrounding habitats. Look out for rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, waterbirds and other wildlife while exploring one of Kenya’s renowned birding destinations. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Punda Milias Nakuru Camp
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Ol Pejeta – Wildlife, Birding & Conservation
Lake Nakuru to Ol Pejeta – Wildlife, Birding & Conservation
Begin the day with breakfast before departing Lake Nakuru and continuing north towards Ol Pejeta Conservancy, one of Kenya’s leading wildlife and conservation destinations. Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel through the central highlands towards Laikipia. With your professional birding guide, watch for interesting species along the route and around the conservancy, where diverse habitats support a rich variety of birdlife. Arrive at Ol Pejeta, check in and enjoy lunch followed by some time to relax. In the late afternoon, head out for an evening game drive, exploring the conservancy’s open plains and wildlife-rich areas. Look out for black and white rhinos, elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other species before returning to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Evening/night game drives
- Accommodation:
- The Stables
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ol Pejeta – Full-Day Wildlife & Conservation Experience
Ol Pejeta – Full-Day Wildlife & Conservation Experience
Spend a full day exploring Ol Pejeta Conservancy, combining exciting wildlife viewing with meaningful conservation experiences. After an early breakfast, set out on a morning game drive across the conservancy’s open plains, keeping watch for black and white rhinos, elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife. Continue to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary for a guided visit and learn about the conservation and welfare of rescued chimpanzees. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a designated setting surrounded by the beautiful Laikipia landscape before continuing your wildlife exploration. Later in the afternoon, head out for an evening game drive as the temperatures cool and wildlife becomes more active. Return to your accommodation after sunset for dinner and overnight, reflecting on a day filled with wildlife, conservation and memorable encounters.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Evening/night game drives
- Accommodation:
- The Stables
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ol Pejeta to Samburu – Scenic Northern Kenya & Evening Game Drive
Ol Pejeta to Samburu – Scenic Northern Kenya & Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, depart Ol Pejeta and travel north towards Samburu National Reserve, journeying through the scenic landscapes of Kenya’s northern frontier. Enjoy views of changing vegetation, rugged hills and rural communities as you make your way towards the Samburu region. Your professional birding guide will help identify interesting bird species along the route and around the reserve, with opportunities to observe both common and specialized northern Kenya species. Arrive at your comfortable accommodation, check in and enjoy lunch before taking some time to relax. In the late afternoon, head out for an exciting evening game drive through the reserve, watching for elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes and Samburu’s unique wildlife. Return to camp or lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Activities:
- Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Riverside Camp
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Samburu – Full-Day Wildlife & Specialized Birding Experience
Samburu – Full-Day Wildlife & Specialized Birding Experience
Start the day early with a full-day wildlife and specialized birding experience in Samburu National Reserve, accompanied by a professional birding guide. Explore the reserve’s rugged landscapes, riverine forests, open plains and dry bushland, each supporting a fascinating variety of bird species. Your guide will assist with identifying birds by plumage, calls and behaviour, with opportunities to spot vulturine guineafowl, Somali bee-eaters, secretary birds, hornbills, eagles, rollers, weavers and many other species. Alongside the birding, keep watch for Samburu’s unique wildlife, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, beisa oryx, Somali ostrich and elephants. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a suitable location before continuing your exploration through the afternoon. As the day cools, return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Activities:
- Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Specialized birding (with a professional birding guide)
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Riverside Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Samburu to Buffalo Springs – Scenic Wildlife & Evening Game Drive
Samburu to Buffalo Springs – Scenic Wildlife & Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, depart Samburu National Reserve and continue your safari through the spectacular landscapes of northern Kenya towards Buffalo Springs National Reserve. Enjoy a scenic journey through rugged terrain, dry savannah and local communities, with opportunities to observe birdlife along the way. Arrive at your accommodation, check in and enjoy lunch before some time to relax. In the late afternoon, head out for an exciting evening game drive in Buffalo Springs, exploring the reserve’s open plains, acacia woodland and areas around the Ewaso Ng’iro River. Keep watch for elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras, gerenuk and other wildlife. As the sun sets over the northern wilderness, return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Buffalo Springs National Reserve
- Activities:
- Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Simba Lodge
Wildlife in Buffalo Springs NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Buffalo Springs to Nairobi – Final Game Drive & Safari Farewell
Buffalo Springs to Nairobi – Final Game Drive & Safari Farewell
Wake up early for your final game drive in Buffalo Springs National Reserve, taking advantage of the cooler morning hours when wildlife is most active. Explore the reserve’s scenic plains and riverine areas, looking for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra, lions and a variety of bird species. Return to the lodge or camp for breakfast before beginning your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy the changing landscapes of central Kenya as you travel south, with a chance to stop for refreshments along the way. Arrive in Nairobi later in the afternoon or evening, marking the end of your 9-day Kenya wildlife adventure filled with memorable game drives, diverse landscapes, fascinating birdlife and conservation experiences.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
