$3,135 to $3,348 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to Hell's Gate National Park
Nairobi to Hell's Gate National Park
Your adventure begins with a warm welcome in Nairobi by your safari guide. After a short briefing, you depart the city and journey westward towards the Great Rift Valley. The drive offers stunning views of escarpments, farmlands, and the shimmering waters of Lake Naivasha in the distance. Arriving at Hell’s Gate National Park, you’ll check into your lodge located near the park.
After lunch, embark on an optional exciting walking or biking safari inside the park(Both, optional at an extra cost). Hell’s Gate is one of the few places in Kenya where guests can walk or cycle alongside wildlife. With no large predators, the park offers safe exploration of its dramatic gorges, towering cliffs, and geothermal vents. You may encounter giraffes, zebras, Thomson’s gazelles, and even rock hyraxes along the way. Later, return to your Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort for a relaxing evening surrounded by nature.
- Main Destination:
- Hell’S Gate National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Wildlife in Hell’s Gate NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full-Day Exploring Hell's gate and Lake Naivasha
Full-Day Exploring Hell's gate and Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, spend your morning hiking through the breathtaking Hell’s Gate Gorge (weather permitting), accompanied by a local guide. This natural canyon carved by water over centuries features towering rock walls, hot springs, and sulfurous steam vents—an otherworldly landscape straight out of a movie (and indeed, some scenes from The Lion King were inspired here).
After the hike, visit the Olkaria Geothermal Spa, the largest of its kind in Africa. Enjoy a therapeutic soak in the mineral-rich hot pools, surrounded by geothermal steam and mountain views. In the afternoon, take an optional boat ride(Optional, at an extra cost)on Lake Naivasha, where you can see hippos basking in the water and a variety of waterbirds such as fish eagles and kingfishers.
Return to your accommodation for dinner and a peaceful night by the lake or park.
- Main Destination:
- Hell’S Gate National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Hell's gate to Tsavo East
Hell's gate to Tsavo East
Rise early for breakfast, check out, and begin your overland journey southeast toward Tsavo East National Park. The drive takes you through the towns of Makindu and Mtito Andei, offering glimpses into rural life along the Nairobi–Mombasa highway.
You’ll arrive at your lodge bordering Tsavo East in time for lunch. After some rest, head out for your first game drive in this massive park, famous for its red-dust-covered elephants and untouched wilderness. Tsavo East is home to a wide range of wildlife including lions, giraffes, buffalos, antelopes, and the elusive leopard.
Return to Voi Wildlife Lodge as the sun sets over the savannah. Relax under the starlit sky and listen to the distant sounds of nocturnal wildlife.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo East National Park
- Accommodation:
- Voi Wildlife Lodge
Wildlife in Tsavo East NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Full-Day Safari in Tsavo East National Park
Full-Day Safari in Tsavo East National Park
Today is dedicated to exploring the diverse landscapes of Tsavo East, one of Kenya’s oldest and largest national parks. After an early breakfast, depart with your guide for a morning game drive along the Galana River—a lifeline for many species, including crocodiles and hippos.
Later, visit Lugard Falls, a series of white-water rapids that rush through eroded rock formations, offering dramatic views and photographic opportunities. You’ll also pass the Yatta Plateau, a vast lava flow stretching over 300 km, considered the longest of its kind in the world.
Break for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot in the park. Continue with afternoon game viewing, tracking animals like cheetahs, zebras, and ostriches. By evening, return to your lodge for dinner and share stories around the campfire.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo East National Park
- Accommodation:
- Voi Wildlife Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Tsavo East to Tsavo West
Tsavo East to Tsavo West
After breakfast, depart Tsavo East and cross over to Tsavo West National Park, entering through the Chyulu or Mtito Andei Gate. Though adjacent, Tsavo West offers a dramatically different landscape—rocky hills, volcanic cones, acacia woodlands, and lava fields.
Upon arrival at your lodge, settle in and enjoy lunch with sweeping views of the park. In the afternoon, visit the Mzima Springs, a lush oasis fed by underground water from Mount Kilimanjaro. Walk along a nature trail to see crystal-clear pools teeming with fish, crocodiles, and hippos—viewable through an underwater glass observatory.
Later, enjoy a short game drive en route back to your lodge, with chances to spot elephants, hartebeests, and perhaps even a leopard resting on a tree branch.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo West National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngulia Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Tsavo West NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Full-Day in Tsavo West
Full-Day in Tsavo West
Begin your day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Watch the sun rise over the volcanic plains as you seek sightings of hyenas, lions, and elephants.
After breakfast, visit the Shetani Lava Flows, a stark black landscape created by a historic volcanic eruption. Local legend says the lava was the work of “Shetani,” or evil spirits—an intriguing tale that adds mystique to the site.
Later, head to the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, a protected area where endangered black rhinos are being reintroduced and monitored. Though elusive, spotting one is a rare and special experience.
Enjoy lunch and a restful afternoon at your lodge, followed by another game drive in the golden light of late day.
Your dinner and an overnight stay will be at Ngulia Safari Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo West National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngulia Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Tsavo West to Amboseli
Tsavo West to Amboseli
After an early breakfast, set out for Amboseli National Park, known for its big elephant herds and classic views of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro. The drive is scenic, with changing terrain and glimpses of Maasai villages along the way.
Arrive at your Kibo Safari Camp in Amboseli in time for lunch. In the late afternoon, head out for a game drive across the vast, dusty plains. Elephants are often seen walking in family groups with Kilimanjaro rising behind them—one of Africa’s most iconic sights.
Amboseli is also home to lions, cheetahs, wildebeests, and more than 400 bird species. Return to your lodge for a delightful evening under the stars.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Safari Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Full-Day Game Drive in Amboseli
Full-Day Game Drive in Amboseli
After breakfast, spend the day exploring Amboseli, starting with a morning game drive when the skies are clearest for viewing Mount Kilimanjaro.
Visit the Observation Hill, where you can climb a short path to enjoy panoramic views of the park’s swamps, woodlands, and wildlife below. Watch elephants bathe and graze in the marshes—made possible by underground water flowing from Kilimanjaro’s glaciers.
After lunch and a short rest, continue your game drives in search of predators, giraffes, warthogs, and hyenas. Enjoy your final full day in the wild as the setting sun paints the plains in rich golden hues.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Safari Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Amboseli to Nairobi – End of Safari
Amboseli to Nairobi – End of Safari
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, then check out and begin your drive back to Nairobi. The journey takes approximately 4–5 hours, passing scenic countryside, Maasai settlements, and bustling roadside towns.
You’ll arrive in Nairobi in the early afternoon, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey.
Take with you unforgettable memories of Kenya’s dramatic landscapes, incredible wildlife, and warm hospitality.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
