Gatelinks Kenya

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Nairobi to Masai Mara national Reserve 5-6 Hours

Nairobi to Masai Mara national Reserve 5-6 Hours

Your safari begins with a pickup from your Nairobi hotel or the airport, followed by a comprehensive safari briefing. Depart for the Maasai Mara, travelling through the scenic Great Rift Valley.

Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint to enjoy magnificent panoramic views before continuing through rolling wheat fields to Narok town for a short break. From here, proceed to the Maasai Mara, enjoying the changing landscapes along the way.

Upon arrival at your campsite, you will be welcomed by the camp staff and shown to your tent. Take some time to settle in and freshen up as your chef prepares a delicious hot lunch.

After lunch, head out for your first afternoon game drive across the Mara's vast savannah plains. Keep an eye out for the Big Five, including lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes and rhinos, alongside cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and other fascinating wildlife. Later, return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Mara Bunduz Camp.

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
Activities:
  • Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve

Start your day with breakfast at camp before departing with packed lunches for a full-day game drive in the Maasai Mara. Explore its vast savannah plains and riverine forests in search of lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes and zebras.

Enjoy a picnic lunch beneath the shade of an acacia tree, surrounded by the wilderness. After lunch, continue exploring different areas of the reserve, discovering new landscapes and seeking more exciting wildlife encounters.

For an extra-special experience, for an early morning hot-air balloon safari. Enjoy a breathtaking sunrise flight over the Mara plains, followed by a bush breakfast with champagne before continuing your safari activities(Opional).

Later in the afternoon, return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Mara Bunduz Camp.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai Mara National Reserve to lake Naivasha

Masai Mara National Reserve to lake Naivasha

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Maasai Mara and depart for Lake Naivasha, enjoying the scenic drive through Kenya's beautiful countryside. Upon arrival at your campsite, set up your tents and prepare lunch. After some time to relax, head to the shores of Lake Naivasha for an enjoyable boat ride(optional), offering opportunities to spot hippos, waterbirds and other wildlife along the lake's edge. For an additional adventure, you may opt for a guided walking safari on Crescent Island(Optional), where you can walk among giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other plains game in their natural habitat. Later, return to campsite for dinner and overnight.

Camp Carnelleys.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Activities:
  • Afternoon boat trip
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park takes 5-6 hours

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park takes 5-6 hours

Today, after breakfast, you will depart for Amboseli National Park, a scenic drive that takes you through the heart of Kenya’s countryside toward the southern region of the country. Along the way, you will enjoy lunch en route, with views of the diverse landscapes gradually shifting from highlands to open savannah.

You are expected to arrive at Amboseli in the late afternoon, entering the park with a guided game drive. This will be your first opportunity to spot some of Amboseli’s famous wildlife, including elephants, lions, cheetahs, and a variety of bird species — all set against the iconic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.

After the game drive, you will pitch your tents at camp, then enjoy dinner and an overnight stay under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

Oldonyo Musa Camp.

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
Activities:
  • Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Amboseli National Park

Amboseli National Park

Today, after an early breakfast at the camp, you will head out for a morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations. The early hours offer the best chance to spot animals as they are most active during the cooler part of the day. With the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro as your backdrop, you’ll explore Amboseli’s vast open plains in search of its famous elephant herds, as well as lions, cheetahs, buffalo, zebras, and a wide variety of birdlife.

Around midday, you’ll return to the campsite for lunch and a short rest. In the late afternoon, you'll set out again for another guided game drive, with excellent chances of spotting more wildlife as they emerge for the evening. The golden hour lighting also makes this a perfect time for photography.

As the sun sets over the savannah, you’ll return to camp for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay, surrounded by the natural sounds of the African wilderness.

Oldonyo Musa Camp.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Amboseli National Park to Nairobi takes 4-5 hours

Amboseli National Park to Nairobi takes 4-5 hours

Amboseli National Park to Nairobi – End of Camping Safari
Wake up to the peaceful surroundings of Amboseli National Park and enjoy breakfast at your campsite, with beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear mornings. After breakfast, pack up your camping equipment and prepare for your journey back to Nairobi.

Bid farewell to Amboseli as you begin your scenic drive to Nairobi, passing through the beautiful Kenyan countryside and small towns along the way. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your memorable Kenya camping safari.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
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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