Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara – The Great Migration Plains
Nairobi to Masai Mara – The Great Migration Plains
Your adventure begins with a convenient pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Settle into our comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle for a scenic drive towards the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve (approx. 4-5 to 5 hours). We'll stop at the breathtaking Great Rift Valley viewpoint, a perfect photo opportunity!
Arrive at your Masai Mara camp in time for a delicious lunch. Then, brace yourself for the first thrilling game drive in the Mara! As the northern tip of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara remains one of the few places left on earth where wildlife still lives comparatively undisturbed, in the numbers that once roamed the plains and forests of Africa.
As the sun sets, prepare to witness the Mara come alive with nocturnal activity, a unique experience that will surely intrigue you. Return to your lodge for a well-deserved dinner and overnight stay at Miti Mingi Eco Camp (or similar).
Meals: Lunch, dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Miti Mingi Eco Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Masai Mara Full-Day Game Drive – Big Five & Big Cats
Masai Mara Full-Day Game Drive – Big Five & Big Cats
Get ready for an early start and a full day of unlimited game viewing in the Masai Mara! Today, we will explore this incredible wildlife ecosystem and search for the Big Five.
The Masai Mara National Reserve remains one of the most exciting wildlife ecosystems in the natural world. It hosts the highest and most varied concentration of wild animals compared to any other regional wildlife park.
Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the savanna, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African bush. Continue your game drive, venturing towards the Mara River, where you might witness hippos, crocodiles, and, if you're lucky (July-October), the spectacular great migration.
Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation, sharing stories of your incredible sightings.
Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp (or similar).
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Miti Mingi Eco Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Flamingo Paradise
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Flamingo Paradise
Leave the Mara behind and drive north into the Rift Valley proper, arriving at Lake Nakuru Lanet Matfarm, under an hour from Lake Nakuru's gate.
An afternoon game drive brings you along the alkaline shoreline where flamingos gather by the thousand. With a professional birding guide leading the way, you'll spot far more than the pink crowd along the water. Rhinos (both black and white) and Rothschild's giraffes round out one of Kenya's most rewarding half-day circuits.
Meals: All meals included.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lanet Matfam Resort
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru & Lake Naivasha – Geysers & Boat Rides
Lake Nakuru & Lake Naivasha – Geysers & Boat Rides
Today slows down on purpose. Drive to Lake Naivasha, Kenya's freshwater jewel of the Rift Valley, where the only thing on the agenda is the water itself.
Take an optional boat cruise across the lake, gliding past pods of hippo and fish eagles perched along the shore, then step onto Crescent Island for an optional unguided walking safari among giraffe, zebra, and waterbuck. It is one of the only places in Kenya you can walk freely among wildlife with no predators around (Crescent Island entry: $35 per person).
Overnight at Hotel Chambai Safari, near Hell's Gate.
Meals: All meals included.
Optional: Lake Naivasha boat cruise | Crescent Island walking safari ($35pp).
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
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Hotel Chambai Safari
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli – Kilimanjaro Views
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli – Kilimanjaro Views
The morning belongs to Hell's Gate, Kenya's only park where you explore on foot or by bicycle, cycling or hiking beneath towering volcanic cliffs and through the same gorge that inspired scenes in The Lion King, alongside zebra, giraffe, and buffalo with nothing but open air between you (cycling safari available as an optional add-on).
By midday, you're back in the vehicle for the long haul south to Amboseli — a real drive, no sugarcoating it. Arrive by late evening in time for dinner and a well-earned rest at Amboseli Mountain View Camp, with Kilimanjaro waiting for you at first light.
Meals: All meals included.
Optional: Cycling safari in Hell's Gate.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Mountain View Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Amboseli National Park – Huge Elephant Encounters
Amboseli National Park – Huge Elephant Encounters
Have an early start with a game drive in Amboseli, maximising your chances of seeing Kilimanjaro before the clouds gather. After breakfast, enjoy a packed lunch and an optional visit to a Maasai village. This cultural experience will reveal the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals.
You'll get a glimpse into their homes, social structure, and traditional way of life, which can be a poignant and enriching experience for many travellers.
Enjoy a final evening in Amboseli, savouring the beauty of the African landscape. You can relax at the camp, take a leisurely walk around the area, or enjoy the stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. This is a perfect time to reflect on your safari adventures and soak in the tranquillity of the African wilderness.
Accommodation: Amboseli Mountain View Camp (or similar).
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Mountain View Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Amboseli to Nairobi - Farewell Kenya
Amboseli to Nairobi - Farewell Kenya
Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Amboseli, followed by breakfast. After breakfast, check out of camp and drive to Nairobi, where the safari ends with a hotel or airport drop-off.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
