Josero Tours and Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

Your safari adventure begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Nairobi or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. You’ll depart the bustling city and head north-west through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley, making scenic stops en route for photography. By mid-morning, you’ll arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its shimmering alkaline lake, flocks of pink flamingos, and its role as a rhino sanctuary.

After checking in at Lake Nakuru lodge and enjoying lunch, you’ll set out for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is home to both white and black rhinos, as well as Rothschild giraffes, lions, waterbucks, and abundant birdlife. The acacia woodlands and surrounding cliffs also offer picturesque landscapes for photography.

In the evening, you'll return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

After an early breakfast, you'll depart Lake Nakuru and travel through the rolling hills and open plains of the Rift Valley as you make your way to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you through local towns and Maasai villages, giving you a glimpse into rural Kenyan life.

You'll arrive at Enkorok Mara camp in time for lunch and a short rest before heading out for your first game drive in Masai Mara. This vast savannah is teeming with wildlife — lions lazing in the sun, elephants foraging through the grasslands, and wildebeest grazing in herds. The Mara is particularly famous for its concentration of big cats and is part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem.

You'll return to your camp for a campfire dinner and the unique sounds of the African night.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Enkorok Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Full-Day Masai Mara National Reserve – Big Five and the Great Migration

Full-Day Masai Mara National Reserve – Big Five and the Great Migration

Today is dedicated to exploring the Masai Mara in depth. You’ll head out after breakfast (or earlier for a sunrise game drive) in search of the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. The Masai Mara is also home to cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, hippos, and crocodiles found near the Mara River.

You may choose to carry a packed lunch for a full-day exploration, or return to camp for lunch and head back out in the afternoon. The optional hot air balloon safari (at extra cost) offers an unforgettable aerial view of the savannah at dawn, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush.

In the late afternoon, you have the option to visit a traditional Maasai village(Optional, at an extra cost)and learn about the community’s customs and way of life. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the camp.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Enkorok Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Masai Mara to Serengeti– Cross into Tanzania

Masai Mara to Serengeti– Cross into Tanzania

After an early breakfast, you’ll bid farewell to Kenya as you drive towards the Isebania border, where your Tanzanian guide will meet you for immigration formalities. Proceed into the Northern Serengeti, a region famed for its breathtaking landscapes and seasonal river crossings of the Great Migration.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to your lodge, spotting lions, leopards, and massive herds of wildebeests and zebras moving through the Mara River area. This region offers superb off-the-beaten-path wildlife encounters away from the crowds.

Your dinner and an overnight stay will be at Lobo Wildlife Lodge.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Lobo Wildlife Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive as you journey south toward the Central Serengeti, famed for its endless plains and year-round game viewing. The Seronera Valley, often referred to as “big cat country,” provides excellent opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, and leopards resting in the acacia trees.

In the afternoon, explore the central plains where thousands of antelopes and elephants roam freely. Optional activities include a visit to a Maasai boma (at extra cost) to experience authentic local culture. As the sun sets, you'll go and check-in at Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Serengeti National Park-Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti National Park-Ngorongoro Crater

Today is a highlight of your safari as you descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, often called Africa’s “Garden of Eden.” After an early breakfast, you’ll depart Serengeti and drive towards the crater floor for a full day of wildlife viewing. The caldera’s enclosed ecosystem supports a dense population of wildlife, including black rhinos, lions, zebras, wildebeest, elephants, warthogs, and a variety of birds.

You'll stop for a scenic picnic lunch at the hippo pool and continue your exploration through the lush forests, open plains, and marshlands of the crater floor. With luck, you may even spot a rare leopard or cheetah.

In the late afternoon, you'll go and check-in at Karatu Tented lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Karatu Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Ngorongoro To Amboseli National Park – Kilimanjaro Awaits

Ngorongoro To Amboseli National Park – Kilimanjaro Awaits

You'll enjoy a short sunrise game drive if time permits, followed by breakfast at the lodge. You’ll then begin the journey back toward Kenya, exiting the Ngorongoro and driving to the Namanga border post. After border formalities, you’ll meet your Kenyan guide and continue to Amboseli National Park, famous for its postcard-perfect views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

You'll arrive in the early evening at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge, where you can enjoy dinner and take in the views of Africa’s highest peak towering over the plains.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HippoCommon
Show more
HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Full-Day in Amboseli National Park– Giants of the Plains

Full-Day in Amboseli National Park– Giants of the Plains

You'll spend the day exploring Amboseli, known for its vast herds of elephants, often seen against the backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro. After breakfast, you'll enjoy a game drive through the park’s open plains, marshes, and woodlands. Sightings may include lions, hyenas, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and over 400 bird species.

You'll visit the Observation Hill for panoramic views of the park, and enjoy lunch back at the lodge or packed for a full-day game experience. In the evening, you'll relax and enjoy your final safari sunset, or if you wish, you can opt and visit a nearby Maasai Village (optional, at an extra cost) for cultural immersion.

Your dinner will be at your tented camp.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Amboseli to Nairobi – Farewell to the Wilderness

Amboseli to Nairobi – Farewell to the Wilderness

After breakfast, you’ll enjoy a final short game drive in Amboseli as you exit the park and begin your return journey to Nairobi. You'll drive through scenic landscapes with chances to stop for souvenirs or snacks and lunch along the way.

You'll arrive in Nairobi by early to mid-afternoon. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in time for your onward travel plans.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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