$3,960 to $4,730 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
This exciting game drive will start with a 5 hours road journey from Nairobi to the Masai Mara National Reserve. The Masai Mara is one of Africa's most famous and important wildlife conservation and wilderness areas. It is world-renowned for its exceptional populations of lions, leopards, cheetahs, and African bush elephants. It also hosts the Great Migration, which secured it as one of Africa's Seven Natural Wonders and one of the World's Ten Wonders. Upon arrival, check-in at Mara Sopa Lodge or campsite and freshen up. Enjoy a delicious lunch at your accommodation. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive in Masai Mara, accompanied by an experienced safari guide. The game drive will give you the opportunity to spot a wide range of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros), giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and more.
As the sun sets, return to your lodge for a scrumptious dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
After an early breakfast, we set out for a full day of game drives in Masai Mara. An early start will give you ample time to explore the vast wilderness and observe the diverse wildlife. Your safari guide will take you to different parts of the reserve, maximizing your chances of encountering various animal species and witnessing thrilling wildlife interactions. Take a break for a picnic lunch in a designated area within the reserve, enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Continue your game drives in the afternoon, exploring different landscapes and searching for elusive animals.
Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Masai Mara Cultural Experience
Masai Mara Cultural Experience
On this last day at Masai Mara, you will start your day with a leisurely breakfast at the lodge or campsite. Today, you will have the opportunity to engage in a cultural experience with the local Masai community. Visit a Masai village and interact with the residents, learning about their traditional way of life, customs, and rituals. You can also purchase handmade crafts and souvenirs directly from the local artisans at an extra cost. After the cultural experience, return to your accommodation for lunch. In the afternoon, you can either relax at the lodge or campsite, enjoying the facilities and the serene surroundings, or opt for an additional game drive to explore more reserve areas on a hot air balloon at an extra cost.
Later in the evening, have a farewell dinner and share stories of your wildlife encounters. Spend your final night in Masai Mara.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart from the Mara through the Masai plains and the Mau Escarpment onto the floor of the Rift Valley. Arrive at the flamingo-fringed Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive. We will embark on a comprehensive game drive of this scenic park and visit viewpoints that offer superb photo opportunities! Lake Nakuru is one of several Rift Valley lakes, and its ecosystem supports a wide ecological diversity, with flamingos (greater and lesser) and other water birds being the area's major attractions. The ecosystem provides for about 56 species of mammals, including the white rhino and buffaloes, and a variety of terrestrial birds, numbering nearly 450 species.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
You will conclude your stay in Lake Nakuru National Park with a short, early morning game drive followed by breakfast. Your safari now takes you to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake that is a popular tourist spot in Kenya. Arrive in time for lunch and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
You can book a one-hour lake boat ride at an extra cost, during which you get to see some of the lake's wildlife, such as hippos, and enjoy the picturesque views of the lake and surrounding highland landscapes. Later, you can visit Crescent Island. Crescent Island is a private island on Lake Naivasha that rose to fame after the 1985 movie 'Out of Africa,' which introduced this beautiful area to the world. The island is found within the Great Rift Valley on the eastern side of Lake Naivasha. It is home to several bird species that roam between the lake and the island. The island is also home to several wildlife species, including zebras, giraffes, and waterbucks.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, we will depart early in the morning for Amboseli National Park, with lunch en route. If time allows, your guide will take you for a game drive. Amboseli is one of the best places in Africa to view large herds of elephants up close. On a clear evening, you can catch a view of the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro.
Dinner and overnight stay will be at Amboseli Sopa Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Exploring Amboseli National Park
Exploring Amboseli National Park
We will have a full-day exploration of this beautiful national park. Amboseli is famous for two things—majestic herds of elephants and glorious views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa, Amboseli National Park is one of the best places in Africa to get up close to free-ranging elephants. The population is so robust here that sightings are guaranteed! Amboseli is also a photographer’s paradise. Those beautiful photos you have seen of elephants seemingly posing in front of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro were taken here. Kilimanjaro, the largest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the world towers over the park like a stately and photogenic sentinel. And when the clouds burn off at dusk or dawn, you will be treated to visions of its snowy peak. You will also spot zebras and buffalos on your game drives.
Dinner and overnight stay will be at Amboseli Sopa Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park
Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park
After an early breakfast, you will check out and begin your journey towards Tsavo West National Park. As you exit Amboseli National Park, you will enjoy an en route game drive, allowing you to spot wildlife along the way.
Upon arriving at Tsavo West, you will have lunch and embark on an afternoon game drive. Tsavo West is renowned for its abundant population of elephants and lions, offering excellent opportunities to observe these majestic animals in their natural habitat and beautiful scenery, including the Shetani lava flow and the Chaimu Volcanic Crater. You will even have an opportunity to visit the famous Mzima Springs.
As the day comes to an end, you will be driven to your accommodation, where you will have dinner and spend the night. Relax and enjoy the comforts of the lodge, ready for more exciting adventures the following day.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo West National Park
- Accommodation:
- Salt Lick Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Tsavo West NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park
Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park
After breakfast in Tsavo West, we will head to Tsavo East National Park with game viewing en route to Lugards Falls. This is a full-day game drive in Tsavo East. During the game drives, there is an excellent chance to see yellow baboons, black rhinos, bush elephants, and many different species of birds. Proceed with your game drive visiting the Yatta Plateau, where you will see the legendary man-eating lions that Tsavo East is famous for.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo East National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sentrim Tsavo Camp
Wildlife in Tsavo East NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Tsavo East to Diani Beach
Tsavo East to Diani Beach
Have an early breakfast and enjoy an en route game drive as you leave the park for a transfer to Voi Railway Station for the Madaraka Express train to Mombasa. You will arrive at the station at 12:02pm and depart promptly at 12:08pm. Arrive in Mombasa at 2:00pm, where your driver will receive you and transfer you to Diani Beach, 15 minutes away. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for dinner and your overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Diani Beach
- Accommodation:
- Diani Sea Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11-12
Relaxing at Diani Beach
Relaxing at Diani Beach
Enjoy two full days of relaxation and excitement blended with comfort at the beach. You will spend your time at leisure enjoying the hotel facilities. Diani has a population of around 100,000 and is famous for its white sandy beaches and blue ocean. The beach is perfect for relaxing and an excellent choice for honeymooners, backpackers, and families on holiday. Try a camel ride for a tourist experience or book a bike tour inland for a glimpse of life in the local villages. Inland from the beach is extensive vegetation, including numerous palm trees, which cover the coastal areas. The Mwachema River flows into the sea at Diani Beach.
The general area is known for its coral reefs, black and white colobus monkeys, and the closely located Shimba Hills National Reserve, a wildlife reserve that overlooks the Indian Ocean. Diani Beach has restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, and several shopping centers.
All meals will be provided by the hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Diani Beach
- Accommodation:
- Diani Sea Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Return to Nairobi
Return to Nairobi
After an early morning breakfast, you will be transferred from Diani to Nairobi via train. This marks the end of your fantastic tour. When you reach Nairobi, you will be transferred to the airport for your journey back home, or you can extend your stay at an extra cost.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
