$5,496 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi – Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre & Carnivore Restaurant
Arrival in Nairobi – Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre & Carnivore Restaurant
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari driver-guide from Lambwe Untamed Safaris Ltd, who will assist with your luggage and introduce you to Kenya.
Begin your adventure with a morning game drive in Nairobi National Park, one of the world's most remarkable wildlife parks, situated just outside a bustling capital city. Continue to the famous Giraffe Centre, where you will have the opportunity to observe and hand-feed endangered Rothschild's giraffes.
Later, proceed to the renowned Carnivore Restaurant for a memorable lunch featuring its famous grilled meats and Kenyan hospitality. This provides an enjoyable introduction to Nairobi's dining culture before transferring to Ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands for check-in, relaxation, and overnight accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands Hotel
Wildlife in Nairobi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve – Journey into Kenya's Northern Wilderness
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve – Journey into Kenya's Northern Wilderness
After an early breakfast at your hotel, depart Nairobi and journey north through Kenya's scenic central highlands toward Samburu National Reserve. Enjoy beautiful views of agricultural landscapes, bustling countryside towns, and the foothills of Mount Kenya as the scenery gradually transforms into the rugged, semi-arid wilderness of northern Kenya.
Arrive at Samburu Sopa Lodge in time for lunch, followed by check-in and some relaxation. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive in Samburu National Reserve, famous for its unique wildlife species rarely encountered in southern Kenya.
Look out for the celebrated Samburu Special Five: Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, gerenuk, and Somali ostrich. The reserve also supports elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and numerous bird species.
As the sun sets over the spectacular northern landscape, return to your lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Full-Day Samburu National Reserve – Discover the Special Five
Full-Day Samburu National Reserve – Discover the Special Five
After an early morning breakfast, spend the day exploring the reserve's diverse habitats, including dry savannah plains, rocky hills, acacia woodlands, and the life-giving Ewaso Ng'iro River. Your experienced safari guide will help you search for the Samburu Special Five while sharing fascinating insights into the region's wildlife, ecology, and conservation efforts.
The riverbanks provide excellent opportunities to observe elephants, crocodiles, and various bird species. With luck, you may also encounter lions resting beneath shady trees, leopards hidden among riverine vegetation, or cheetahs scanning the open plains for prey.
Enjoy a bush picnic lunch during the day, before proceeding with your game drive. Continue exploring the reserve before returning to the lodge in evening.
Spend the evening relaxing, enjoying dinner, and reflecting on the remarkable wildlife encounters of the day.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Rhinos & Conservation Experience
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Rhinos & Conservation Experience
After breakfast, bid farewell to Samburu and begin your scenic journey toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy, located on the Laikipia Plateau near Mount Kenya.
Travel through beautiful countryside, enjoying changing landscapes and impressive views of Mount Kenya on clear days. Arrive at Sweetwaters Serena Camp, situated within Ol Pejeta Conservancy, in time for check-in and lunch.
After some relaxation, depart for an afternoon game drive across the conservancy's beautiful plains, renowned for its successful wildlife conservation programs and exceptional rhino population.
Ol Pejeta is home to both black and southern white rhinos, as well as lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and numerous plains animals. The conservancy is also home to the world's last two northern white rhinos, protected under an intensive conservation program.
Return to Sweetwaters Serena Camp for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the tranquility of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park
Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park
Enjoy breakfast at Sweetwaters Serena Camp before departing for Lake Nakuru National Park, traveling through Kenya's scenic highlands toward the magnificent Great Rift Valley.
Along the journey, admire beautiful landscapes, rolling hills, rural settlements, and agricultural countryside before arriving in Nakuru.
Proceed to Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa for check-in and lunch, followed by a short period of relaxation.
In the afternoon, head into Lake Nakuru National Park for a rewarding game drive. This beautiful park is internationally recognized for its rhino conservation efforts and is one of Kenya's excellent destinations for spotting both black and white rhinos. Explore the park's grasslands, acacia woodlands, and lakeshore habitats while searching for buffaloes, Rothschild's giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, and, with some luck, lions and leopards.
The lake also attracts a wide variety of water-birds, including pelicans and flamingos when conditions are favorable.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
After an early breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and journey toward the world-famous Masai Mara, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations.
Travel through the picturesque Great Rift Valley countryside, passing rural communities, rolling hills, and expansive grasslands as you approach the legendary Mara ecosystem.
Arrive at Zebra Plains Mara Camp in time for check-in and a delicious lunch. Relax briefly while enjoying the beautiful surroundings and warm hospitality of your safari camp.
Later in the afternoon, depart for an exciting game drive in the Masai Mara ecosystem, renowned for its extraordinary wildlife populations and spectacular predator sightings.
Search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and antelopes roaming across the endless savannah plains. The Masai Mara is particularly famous for its impressive lion prides, elusive leopards, and fast-moving cheetahs.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Full-Day Masai Mara Safari – Big Five Wildlife Adventure
Full-Day Masai Mara Safari – Big Five Wildlife Adventure
Enjoy breakfast before departing for a full-day safari adventure. Today is dedicated to exploring the reserve's vast savannah plains, winding rivers, and wildlife-rich habitats in search of Africa's iconic Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino.
Your experienced driver-guide will navigate the reserve's extensive network of safari tracks, searching for wildlife activity and memorable encounters. Watch lions resting in the grass, elephants moving gracefully across the plains, giraffes browsing acacia trees, and large herds of grazing herbivores.
Around midday, enjoy a delicious bush picnic lunch at a designated safe location, surrounded by the magnificent scenery of the Masai Mara.
During the seasonal Great Migration, generally between July and October, guests may have the opportunity to witness large herds of wildebeests and zebras moving through the Mara ecosystem, although sightings and river crossings are never guaranteed.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Full-Day Masai Mara Safari
Full-Day Masai Mara Safari
Enjoy another spectacular day exploring the breathtaking Masai Mara, allowing you to discover more of this extraordinary wildlife destination without rushing from one location to another. Search for elusive leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, elephants, and large herds of grazing wildlife. Your guide will share interesting information about animal behavior, predator hunting strategies, and the delicate balance of the African savannah ecosystem.
Enjoy a scenic bush picnic lunch at a designated location before continuing your exploration of the reserve.
Guests may also choose to arrange an optional early-morning hot-air balloon safari, offering spectacular aerial views of the Mara plains, followed by a special breakfast experience. This activity is available at an additional cost and requires advance booking.
For those interested in Kenya's cultural heritage, an optional visit to a Maasai community can also be arranged.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha & Crescent Island
Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha & Crescent Island
After breakfast, depart to Lake Naivasha, a beautiful freshwater lake nestled within Kenya's Great Rift Valley.
Arrive at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge. Check in and enjoy lunch, followed by some relaxation in the lodge's peaceful lakeside environment.
In the afternoon, embark on a guided boat ride across Lake Naivasha, where you may encounter pods of hippos resting in the water and a remarkable variety of birdlife, including African fish eagles, kingfishers, herons, and pelicans.
Continue to Crescent Island for a unique guided walking safari, one of the most memorable experiences of the journey. Accompanied by a professional guide, explore the island's beautiful landscapes on foot while observing giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, and other herbivores in their natural environment.
Unlike traditional game drives, this walking experience offers an opportunity to appreciate the African wilderness from a completely different perspective.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park – the Land of Giants
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park – the Land of Giants
After an early breakfast, begin your journey toward Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya's most iconic safari destinations.
Travel southeast through the Great Rift Valley and onward toward southern Kenya, enjoying changing landscapes and scenic countryside views along the way.
Arrive at Praro Amboseli Camp for check-in and lunch, depending on road and traffic conditions. Take some time to relax and enjoy the camp's peaceful surroundings before departing for an afternoon game drive.
Amboseli is world-renowned for its magnificent elephant herds, many of which roam freely against the spectacular backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain.
Explore the park's open plains, seasonal wetlands, and acacia woodlands in search of elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, lions, and numerous bird species.
On clear days, enjoy stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising majestically above the surrounding savannah.
Return to the camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Praro Amboseli Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Full-Day Amboseli Safari
Full-Day Amboseli Safari
After breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive through the park, exploring its open grasslands, swamps, and seasonal wetlands.
Amboseli is especially famous for its large elephant families, providing outstanding opportunities to observe these gentle giants feeding, socializing, and moving across the plains.
Your safari guide will help you search for other wildlife, including lions, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, hyenas, wildebeests, and a wide variety of bird species.
At midday, enjoy a delicious bush picnic lunch at an authorized picnic site while taking in the magnificent natural scenery.
Continue your afternoon game drive, capturing memorable photographs of elephants and other wildlife against the dramatic mountain backdrop.
As the day draws to a close, return to the camp for your final safari dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Praro Amboseli Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Amboseli to Nairobi – Farewell Kenya Safari
Amboseli to Nairobi – Farewell Kenya Safari
Enjoy your final morning in the beautiful African wilderness, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of Amboseli.
After breakfast, check out of Praro Amboseli Camp and begin your return journey to Nairobi, enjoying the scenic landscapes of southern Kenya along the way.
Reflect on the unforgettable experiences of the past 12 days, from the unique wildlife of Samburu and the conservation success stories of Ol Pejeta to the breathtaking Masai Mara, the serene waters of Lake Naivasha, and the magnificent elephants of Amboseli.
Depending on your international departure schedule, your driver-guide will arrange a convenient transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey.
Your incredible Kenyan safari concludes with wonderful memories, extraordinary wildlife encounters, and a deeper appreciation of Africa's natural beauty.
Thank you for choosing Lambwe Untamed Safaris Ltd. We look forward to welcoming you back to discover more of Africa's untamed wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
