$4,541 to $5,279 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi to Tsavo East National Park - Where Legends Roam
Nairobi to Tsavo East National Park - Where Legends Roam
Begin your Kenyan adventure with a warm welcome from our professional English-speaking guide at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Journey to the historic Tsavo East National Park, infamous for its legendary "man-eater" lions that claimed 135 railway workers in 1898. After settling into the luxurious Ashnil Aruba Camp, embark on your first game drive across rust-red plains, searching for elephants, lions, leopards, and the park's unique maneless male lions. As evening approaches, unwind at your lodge with gourmet dining under the stars while nocturnal sounds of the wilderness create nature's perfect soundtrack.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo East National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Wildlife in Tsavo East NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tsavo East Exploration - Safari Through Ancient Lands
Tsavo East Exploration - Safari Through Ancient Lands
Awaken to the sounds of wilderness and enjoy a full day exploring Tsavo East, Kenya's largest national park. Early morning and late afternoon game drives maximize wildlife viewing opportunities when animals are most active. Between drives, relax at Ashnil Aruba Camp's pool overlooking a water hole frequently visited by elephants. Tsavo's distinctive red earth landscapes create breathtaking photo opportunities as you track zebra herds, graceful giraffes, and powerful buffalo. The park's diverse ecosystem supports over 500 bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers alongside the classic safari experience.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo East National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Aruba Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Tsavo East to Amboseli - In the Shadow of Kilimanjaro
Tsavo East to Amboseli - In the Shadow of Kilimanjaro
After breakfast, depart Tsavo with a farewell game drive and journey south to Amboseli National Park. Feel your excitement build as the iconic silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro emerges on the horizon. This park offers the quintessential "Out of Africa" experience—vast elephant herds crossing open plains with Africa's highest mountain as their backdrop. Settle into luxurious Ol Tukai Lodge, strategically positioned for prime wildlife viewing and mountain vistas. Your evening game drive introduces Amboseli's remarkable ecosystem, where springs fed by Kilimanjaro's melting snow create life-sustaining marshes that attract incredible wildlife concentrations year-round.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ol Tukai Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Amboseli National Park - Elephant Paradise
Amboseli National Park - Elephant Paradise
Rise early for the day's first light illuminating Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak—a photographer's dream moment. Amboseli hosts some of Africa's largest elephant herds, with tuskers so massive they've become legends among safari enthusiasts. Morning game drives offer intimate encounters with these magnificent creatures, known for their unusual intelligence and family bonds. After breakfast, choose between relaxing at the lodge's viewing decks or exploring the park's unique swamp ecosystem, where hippos submerge and countless waterbirds fish in the shallows. Sunset game drives provide magical lighting for wildlife photography before returning to Ol Tukai Lodge for dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ol Tukai Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Amboseli to Lake Nakuru - From Mountains to Flamingo Shores
Amboseli to Lake Nakuru - From Mountains to Flamingo Shores
Journey through the Great Rift Valley today, with its dramatic escarpments and volcanic landscapes. Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its alkaline lake that attracts thousands of flamingos, creating a stunning pink border along the shoreline. Beyond its avian attractions, Lake Nakuru offers exceptional opportunities to spot both black and white rhinos in the same reserve—a rarity in Africa. Check into the elegant Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, perfectly positioned on a hillside overlooking the lake. Your afternoon game drive introduces the park's diverse habitats, from acacia woodlands to shoreline flats where Rothschild's giraffes graze among zebras and waterbuck.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara - Gateway to the Greatest Wildlife Show
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara - Gateway to the Greatest Wildlife Show
After breakfast, embark on the journey to Kenya's crown jewel—the Masai Mara National Reserve. Drive through traditional Maasai lands and climb the western wall of the Great Rift Valley before descending onto the sprawling savanna plains that inspired Hemingway. Arrive at the luxurious Ashnil Mara Camp in time for lunch, then venture out for your first game drive in this wildlife paradise. The Mara forms the northern extension of the Serengeti ecosystem, hosting the highest concentration of predators in Africa. Your expert guide will track lion prides, cheetahs on hunting missions, and if lucky, the elusive leopard, as you become immersed in the rhythm of nature's most dramatic wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Masai Mara - Heart of the Wild
Masai Mara - Heart of the Wild
Devote a full day to exploring the Masai Mara's iconic landscapes. Between July and September, witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration when over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebra cross from Tanzania in search of fresh grazing. This natural spectacle brings dramatic river crossings where crocodiles lie in wait. Even outside migration season, the Mara offers Kenya's most reliable big cat viewing. Optional activities include dawn hot air balloon safaris floating silently above the plains as wildlife awakens below, or cultural visits to authentic Maasai villages where warriors demonstrate traditional jumping dances. Return to Ashnil Mara Camp for gourmet dining under canvas and falling asleep to distant lion roars.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Masai Mara Extended Exploration - Beyond the Expected
Masai Mara Extended Exploration - Beyond the Expected
Your second full day in the Mara allows deeper exploration of this remarkable ecosystem. Venture to less-visited corners of the reserve where unique wildlife encounters await. Follow the Mara River's course to find hippo pods and massive Nile crocodiles sunning on sandbanks. Between game drives, enjoy the luxury amenities of Ashnil Mara Camp, where elevated viewing decks provide continuous wildlife observation opportunities. As sunset approaches, experience a signature Champagne Bush Sundowner in a specially selected location where the savanna stretches endlessly before you. Toast your African adventure as the sky ignites with color and nocturnal animals begin their nightly routines.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Masai Mara to Nairobi - Farewell to Wild Kenya
Masai Mara to Nairobi - Farewell to Wild Kenya
Savor your final morning in the Mara with an early game drive when predators are often still active. After a leisurely breakfast, bid farewell to the plains with an en-route game drive as you depart the reserve. Journey back to Nairobi with memories of incredible wildlife encounters, luxurious accommodations, and the warm hospitality that defines Kenya. Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in time for your international departure, where your luxury safari adventure concludes—until Africa calls you back again.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
