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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 Samburu National Reserve

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive north towards Samburu National Reserve, enjoying scenic views of the Kenyan countryside and the slopes of Mount Kenya along the way. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and check in. In the afternoon, proceed for your first game drive in Samburu, exploring its beautiful semi-arid landscapes and wildlife-rich surroundings. Look out for elephants, lions, leopards, reticulated giraffes, Grevy's zebras, gerenuks and Beisa oryx. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to September and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June and December (Cool and fresh after rain)

Wildlife in Samburu NR

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
ZebraCommon
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
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HippoOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Activities:
  • Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Samburu Simba Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Full Day Samburu National Reserve

Full Day Samburu National Reserve

After an early breakfast, head out for a morning game drive to explore more of Samburu's wilderness. The reserve is famous for its unique wildlife species, commonly known as the Samburu Special Five, which include Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk and Beisa oryx. Explore areas along the Ewaso Ng'iro River, where elephants and other animals gather to drink water. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Enjoy more wildlife sightings and photography opportunities before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Samburu Simba Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Samburu – Lake Nakuru National Park

Samburu – Lake Nakuru National Park

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before departing Samburu for Lake Nakuru National Park. The journey takes you through beautiful countryside landscapes and sections of Kenya's Great Rift Valley. Arrive at your lodge around lunchtime, check in and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, proceed for a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, which is renowned for its rhino sanctuary and diverse birdlife. Explore the park in search of both black and white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks and other wildlife. You may also encounter flamingos and pelicans along the lake shores, depending on seasonal conditions. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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
Activities:
  • Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve

Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and drive towards the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy the scenic journey through the Great Rift Valley and the beautiful countryside of the Maasai region. Arrive at your camp or lodge in time for lunch and check in and rest, optionally you can visit the masai village. Dinner and overnight stay at your camp or lodge.

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:
  • Evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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 5

Full Day Masai Mara

Full Day Masai Mara

Begin your day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Explore the vast plains of the Maasai Mara, following wildlife trails and searching for predators such as lions, cheetahs and leopards. The reserve is also home to large populations of elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests and numerous bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve, allowing you more time to explore different sections of the park. Continue with an afternoon game drive, taking in the spectacular landscapes and wildlife encounters before returning to your camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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 6

Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve

Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, enjoy another exciting day exploring the Maasai Mara. Head out for a morning game drive to discover different wildlife areas and increase your chances of spotting animals you may not have encountered on previous drives. Depending on the season, you may witness large herds of wildebeests and zebras during the Great Wildebeest Migration. Return to the camp for lunch and some relaxation before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Optional activities include a hot-air balloon safari for breathtaking aerial views of the Mara and a cultural visit to a traditional Maasai village to learn about the community's culture and way of life. Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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 7

Masai Mara – Lake Naivasha

Masai Mara – Lake Naivasha

Enjoy breakfast at the camp before departing for Lake Naivasha, travelling through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at your lodge and check in before enjoying lunch. In the afternoon, experience a relaxing boat safari on Lake Naivasha, where you can spot hippos resting in the water and a variety of birds, including African fish eagles and pelicans. You may also enjoy an optional guided walking safari at Crescent Island, where you can walk among wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests and antelopes in a beautiful natural setting. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Activities:
  • Afternoon boat trip
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park

Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and journey towards Amboseli National Park, enjoying scenic views of the Kenyan countryside along the way. Arrive at your lodge or camp in the evening, check in and rest as you prepare for a full day game drive the next day.

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
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HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Kibo Safari Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Full Day Amboseli National Park

Full Day Amboseli National Park

Enjoy an early breakfast at the lodge before departing for a full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park. Explore the park's diverse landscapes, including its open grasslands, swamps and acacia woodlands, in search of elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes and other wildlife. Visit the famous Observation Hill, where you will enjoy panoramic views of Amboseli's vast plains, surrounding wetlands and, on clear days, the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy a picnic lunch at Observation Hill while taking in the spectacular scenery. After lunch, continue with your game drive, exploring more of the park and capturing memorable photographs of wildlife, especially Amboseli's famous elephant herds, before returning to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Kibo Safari Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Amboseli to Nairobi

Amboseli to Nairobi

Enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge before preparing for your journey back to Nairobi. Leave for Nairobi, travelling through the scenic landscapes of southern Kenya. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon and enjoy a drop-off at your hotel, residence or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
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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