Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Your driver and guide will meet you at your hotel or the airport in Nairobi for an exciting safari adventure. After a brief introduction, you'll head to the stunning Maasai Mara National Reserve.
The drive takes you through the picturesque Great Rift Valley, offering scenic views of rolling hills and vibrant local communities. There will be stops along the way for photographs of landmarks such as the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Upon arrival at the Maasai Mara, you'll check in and enjoy a delicious lunch featuring both local and international cuisine. Then, embark on an afternoon game drive in the renowned reserve, famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration. With your expert guide, you'll have the opportunity to spot a diverse range of wildlife, including lions, leopards, giraffes, buffalo, cheetahs, and elephants.
After an exhilarating day, return to Zebra Plains Mara Camp for a hearty dinner and a comfortable overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Explore Masai Mara National Reserve
Explore Masai Mara National Reserve
Begin your day with a hearty early morning breakfast, energizing you for an exhilarating full day of game viewing in one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations.
The Masai Mara Game Reserve is home to the Big Five, and it is renowned for being one of the most dynamic wildlife ecosystems on the planet. It boasts the highest concentration of large mammals and a diverse range of ecosystems, from savannahs and woodlands to riverine forests, making it a prime destination for wildlife enthusiasts.
You'll enjoy your picnic lunch along the Mara River or the Masai Mara Savannah. Depending on the season, you might also get the chance to witness the spectacular Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing pastures, typically occurring from July to October.
Later, return for dinner and spend the night at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, where you can relax and reflect on the day's adventures amid the breathtaking African landscape.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Masai Mara National Reserve to Lake Nakuru National Park
Masai Mara National Reserve to Lake Nakuru National Park
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, followed by check-out. Afterward, you'll embark on a visit to a Masai village, where you can immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of the Masai people. This experience includes the opportunity to engage in traditional singing and dancing, allowing you to connect with the community and gain a deeper understanding of their way of life.
Later, embark on your journey to Lake Nakuru National Park. You'll arrive in time for check-in, have lunch, and then have some rest. Later in the afternoon, enjoy game drives at Lake Nakuru National Park later in the afternoon. The park boasts an abundance of wildlife and spectacular landscapes. Think of black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hippos occupying euphorbia forests, acacia woodlands, savannah grasslands, and rocky escarpments around a shallow, alkaline lake.
Later in the evening, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru National Park to Lake Naivasha
Lake Nakuru National Park to Lake Naivasha
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, followed by check-out. You'll enjoy a morning game drive before exiting the park, and later, depart Lake Nakuru for Lake Naivasha, a 2-hour drive away.
There will be a stop at Hell's Gate National Park, where the rugged landscape beckons for an adventurous exploration. Enjoy exhilarating bike rides and hikes as you descend into the dramatic gorges, marveling at the park's unique geological features.
Later, drive to Lake Naivasha for check-in, lunch, and some rest.
Later, enjoy the serenity of Lake Naivasha on a boat safari that promises to unveil many of the region's spectacular birdlife. You'll travel with a resident expert who will help you identify some of the region's 400 bird species. After the boat ride, you'll proceed to the Crescent Island Game Sanctuary, one of the scenic and breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries along the lake, for a guided nature walk.
Later, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, followed by check-out. The scenic drive to Amboseli offers a relaxing experience through the expansive African savannah, where you can witness the beauty of the landscape interspersed with charming local homesteads.
We anticipate arriving at Amboseli National Park by early afternoon. After a delightful lunch at your accommodation, we will venture out for an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its remarkable wildlife viewing opportunities, which allow you to easily spot a variety of animals, including large herds of elephants, graceful giraffes, and a diverse array of bird species.
As the day comes to a close, we will return to the Kibo Safari Camp for dinner, where you can savor delicious local cuisine while enjoying the sounds of the African night. You will spend the night in comfort, surrounded by the park's natural beauty.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Safari Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Amboseli National Park to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
Amboseli National Park to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, followed by check-out. Later, check out and embark on a drive to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.
You'll arrive on time for check-in and lunch. Later in the afternoon, proceed for a game drive at this famous sanctuary. The sanctuary is situated within the Southern Tsavo West National Park. It is a crucial dispersal area and migrating corridor for wildlife between Tsavo East National Park and Tsavo West National Park, making it a highly valued tourism recreational area of ecological importance. The topography is generally mountainous, offering breathtaking landscape views of the Kilimanjaro, Pare, and Uluguru mountains, as well as the clusters of Taita Hills. A seasonal river divides the sanctuary into valleys and lowland plains.
You will later return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
- Accommodation:
- Salt Lick Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary to Tsavo East National Park
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary to Tsavo East National Park
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast, check out, and embark on a 4-hour drive to Tsavo East National Park. You will enjoy a game drive en route to Tsavo East National Park.
Check in at Ashnil Aruba Lodge early in the afternoon and have lunch. You will enjoy afternoon games at this fantastic park, famously known as the home of red elephants. Tsavo East National Park is in southeast Kenya, near the Tanzanian border and the Kenyan coast. Spanning 13,747 square kilometers (5,300 square miles) of pristine wilderness, the park is also one of Kenya's most extensive protected areas. It has more biodiversity than any other park globally, marking the meeting point between northern and southern wildlife, and is well known for its maneless lions, big herds of red dust-covered elephants, and cheetahs. The sparse vegetation makes wildlife spotting generally easier than in its counterpart.
You will later return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo East National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Wildlife in Tsavo East NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Tsavo East National Park to Mombasa
Tsavo East National Park to Mombasa
Enjoy an early morning game drive to search for animals and big cats that may have emerged from their nocturnal habitats. After the game drive, you will return to the lodge for breakfast.
Check out of the lodge at approximately 10:00 a.m. and drop you off at the Voi Train Station for your transfer to Mombasa. We'll be sure to book you the first-class train tickets. The train leaves Voi at 12:30 p.m., arriving in Mombasa at 2:15 p.m.
- Main Destination:
- Mombasa Airport (Mombasa)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
