$2,278 to $2,946 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from a Nairobi hotel or the airport, followed by a scenic drive south through traditional Maasai country toward Amboseli National Park. Along the way, enjoy views of rural Kenya, open plains, and local villages before arriving at your lodge or tented camp in time for lunch. After some relaxation, head out on your first afternoon game drive in one of Kenya’s most iconic parks. Amboseli is famous for its huge elephant herds and postcard views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. You may also spot zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, gazelles, buffalo, and many bird species as you explore the dusty tracks and marshlands. The evening light often creates perfect photography conditions, especially when Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak appears from the clouds. Return to camp for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness and excitement for the adventure ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Penety Amboseli Resort
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full Day Amboseli National Park
Full Day Amboseli National Park
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli National Park with morning and afternoon game drives, giving you excellent opportunities to observe wildlife at different times of day. Start early when animals are most active and temperatures are cool. Watch elephants move in family groups across the plains, often passing close to the vehicle, creating unforgettable moments. Amboseli is one of the best places in Africa to observe elephants in their natural habitat, including some of the continent’s famous large tuskers. You may also encounter lions resting in the grass, spotted hyenas, jackals, buffalo, and countless antelope species. Midday is ideal for relaxing at the lodge or for enjoying lunch with stunning views of Kilimanjaro. Later, continue to swamps fed by underground water from the mountain, where hippos, waterbirds, and grazing animals gather. The contrast between dry plains and green marshes makes Amboseli unique. Return to camp for dinner and another peaceful overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Penety Amboseli Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha for Lunch, Then Lake Nakuru Overnight
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha for Lunch, Then Lake Nakuru Overnight
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and drive north through changing landscapes toward the Great Rift Valley. Pass through Nairobi and continue to the beautiful shores of Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch at a scenic lakeside lodge or restaurant. Enjoy a relaxing meal surrounded by acacia trees and tranquil waters, a refreshing break during the journey. After lunch, guests may take an optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha, offering close views of hippos, fish eagles, pelicans, kingfishers, and other birdlife. Along the shoreline, giraffes, zebras, and antelope often graze, making this stop both scenic and memorable. Later, continue by road to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in the late afternoon for check-in at your lodge or camp. Lake Nakuru is famous for its rhino sanctuary, Rothschild giraffes, woodland scenery, and seasonal flamingos. Enjoy dinner and overnight in Nakuru, ready for an early morning game drive before continuing to Masai Mara the next day.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eldorado Rustic Hotel & Gardens
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s best places to see endangered rhinos in a protected sanctuary setting. Search for both black and white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, buffalo, zebras, baboons, waterbucks, and, if lucky, a leopard resting in acacia trees. Depending on the season and lake levels, flamingos and pelicans may gather along the shoreline. After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, driving through scenic countryside, wheat fields, rolling hills, and traditional Maasai villages. The road gradually opens into vast grasslands, signaling your arrival in safari country. Reach your lodge or tented camp in the late afternoon or evening, settle in, and enjoy dinner. The excitement grows as you prepare to explore one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations over the next two days.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Enkorok Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Full Day Masai Mara National Reserve
Full Day Masai Mara National Reserve
Today is dedicated to a full day of game viewing in the legendary Masai Mara, one of Africa's richest wildlife ecosystems. Depart early with picnic lunch or return to camp midday, depending on your preference. Morning hours provide prime chances to see lions on patrol, cheetahs scanning the plains, or leopards hidden in riverine trees. Large herds of zebras, buffalo, gazelles, topi, and wildebeest roam the open savannah. During migration season, this itinerary greatly increases your chances of witnessing the spectacular wildebeest migration and dramatic Mara River crossings. Visit scenic viewpoints and riverbanks where hippos and crocodiles live. Your guide will track wildlife movements and explain animal behavior throughout the day. As sunset colors the plains, return to camp for dinner, relaxation, and overnight in the heart of the wild.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enkorok Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Full Day Masai Mara / Optional Balloon Safari
Full Day Masai Mara / Optional Balloon Safari
Enjoy another full day exploring different sections of the Masai Mara, giving more opportunities for unique sightings and unforgettable moments. Guests may choose an optional early-morning hot-air balloon safari, floating silently above the plains at sunrise before a champagne bush breakfast. From the air, see herds, winding rivers, and endless golden savannah stretching to the horizon. Those remaining on the ground enjoy a sunrise game drive when predators are most active. Search for lions with cubs, cheetahs on termite mounds, elephants moving in family groups, hyenas, giraffes, and seasonal migration herds. Because wildlife is constantly on the move, every drive feels new and unpredictable. Your guide will use experience and radio updates to maximize sightings. Spend the afternoon exploring quieter areas before returning to camp for your final safari dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enkorok Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Masai Mara to Nairobi
After breakfast, check out from your lodge or tented camp and depart the Masai Mara for the drive back to Nairobi. Before leaving the reserve area, you may enjoy an optional visit to a traditional Maasai village to learn about local culture, customs, traditional homes, dances, and the daily life of one of East Africa’s most famous communities. Continue the journey through the scenic Maasai plains, passing villages, grazing livestock, and rolling countryside before ascending the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Enjoy beautiful landscapes with optional short photo or refreshment stops, depending on time. Lunch can be arranged at a suitable restaurant en route before continuing to Nairobi. Reflect on unforgettable safari highlights, including Amboseli’s elephants, Lake Naivasha’s tranquil waters, rhinos in Lake Nakuru, and thrilling wildlife encounters in the Masai Mara. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon or evening for drop off at your hotel, residence, or airport.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
