Embark on an extraordinary 8-day adventure exploring the best of Kenya's wildlife on this safari of a lifetime. Begin in Amboseli National Park, where the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro looms in the background, providing a stunning backdrop for close encounters with large herds of elephants and other wildlife. Journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its vibrant pink flamingos and endangered rhinos, offering excellent birdwatching opportunities. Experience the thrill of game drives in the world-famous Maasai Mara, home to the Big Five and witness the dramatic spectacle of the Great Migration (seasonal). Luxurious lodge accommodations ensure comfort and relaxation throughout your safari, while expert guides provide insights into Kenya's diverse ecosystems and wildlife conservation efforts. This safari promises an unforgettable exploration of Kenya's natural wonders, rich biodiversity, and cultural heritage, making it a truly memorable experience.
Day 1
Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Your safari will kick off with a thrilling pick-up at the JKIA airport or your hotel in Nairobi. Once you arrive, our office representative will greet you and introduce you to your expert driver guide.
You'll have a stopover at the equator line in Nanyuki. Prepare to witness a remarkable hemisphere demonstration — a unique experience you won't want to miss!
Next, you'll head to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy just in time for lunch at the luxurious Sweetwaters Serena Camp. Afterward, you'll take some time to relax and soak up the breathtaking scenery as you prepare for an action-packed afternoon.
At 4 pm, you'll embark on an incredible game drive, where you'll have the chance to visit Sweetwater's Chimpanzee Sanctuary and get up close and personal with these fascinating creatures, the closest relatives to humankind. You'll also meet Baraka, the famous blind Rhino, and visit Morani to see the only two remaining northern white Rhinos.
Your dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
Day 2
Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast at the camp, you will head to Lake Nakuru National Park.
On your way, you will have a stopover at Nyahururu for a chance to see the 74-meter Thomson's Falls. The oceanic breeze is wonderful here.
You will then proceed and arrive at Lake Nakuru in time for lunch. You'll check in at Flamingo Hill Tented Camp. You will freshen up and proceed for a hot lunch.
At around 4 pm, after having some time to relax, you will head for an afternoon game drive.
This park is renowned for hosting thousands, sometimes millions, of flamingos, hundreds of black and white rhinos, and highly endangered Rothschild’s giraffes. Also, it has the best scenery and opportunity to see Makalia Waterfall.
After the game drive, you will head to the camp to freshen up and proceed for a freshly prepared hot dinner. Later, you will have an overnight stay at the camp.
Day 3
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
After having breakfast, you will head to Masai Mara, one of Africa’s Greatest Wildlife Reserves.
On your way, you will have a stopover at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for a panoramic view of the escarpment.
You will proceed and arrive at Masai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch. You will check in at PrideInn Mara Camp. You will have some time to rest after having a hot lunch.
Around 4 pm, you will proceed for an afternoon game drive. Masai Mara is the highlight of every safari in Kenya. The reserve has the highest concentration of wildlife in Kenya. All the Big Five can easily be spotted together with many other animals.
If your safari falls from July to October, you will have the privilege of witnessing the 7th Wonder of the World, the annual wildebeest migration, especially while crossing the crocodile-loaded river Mara.
After the game drive, you will head back to the camp to freshen up and enjoy dinner. You will have an overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 4
Masai Mara National Reserve
Today’s program is also very flexible; you can choose between three options.
Option 1: You will have breakfast and exit the lodge with a packed lunch for a whole day game drive at the Mara Reserve, searching for the Big Five and other animals.
Option 2: You may opt to have an early morning game drive in search of the big cat and the killings, you will return for breakfast, freshen up, and spend the rest of the mid-morning at your leisure, either swimming in the pool or just relaxing. Later, you'll have lunch and proceed for the evening game drive around 4 pm, searching for Big Five and other animals.
Option 3: You'll go on for an optional hot air balloon ride (USD 450pp) in the early morning, followed by mid-morning game drives before driving to the lodge for lunch. Later, you'll have an afternoon game drive together with an optional Masai village visit.
After the game drive, you will head to the lodge/camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5
Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha
You will have breakfast, then exit the lodge with an en-route game drive to Lake Naivasha.
You will arrive and check in at Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodges. You will relax as you enjoy the scenery in the lodge and later have your hot lunch.
After lunch, you will be driven to Lake Naivasha for a Hippo Boat Ride and the Crescent Island Animal Sanctuary Tour, which is the epitome of your stay in Naivasha.
Hippo Boat Ride: You will take a hippo boat ride around the lake. The haunting call of a Fish Eagle high over the lake as it prepares to grab fish from the water brings a perfect getaway.
Animal Sanctuary Tour: It is one of the most beautiful parks in Kenya and is often called Naivasha’s best-kept secret. Perfect for wildlife watching, bird enthusiasts, and all fans of the wilderness
Later, you will drive back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, you will drive to Amboseli National Park.
About Amboseli National Park: The savannah grassland ecosystem is spread across the Kenya-Tanzania border. The park is famous for being the best place in Africa to get close to over 1600 free-ranging elephants and other wildlife species. Other park attractions include opportunities to meet the Maasai people and have a spectacular view of Mount Kilimanjaro. Also, you will get the best snapshots of the unique African sunset and sunrise.
You will arrive at Amboseli National Park in time for lunch. You will check in at Amboseli Sopa Lodge and have a hot lunch.
Around 4 pm, after relaxing, you will exit the lodge for an afternoon game drive. Since the lodge is inside the park, you'll start seeing the animals at the gate.
After the game drive, you will return to the lodge, freshen up, and proceed for a hot dinner. You will have your overnight stay at the same lodge.
Day 7
Amboseli National Park
Today, the program is flexible; you'll have two options to choose from:
Option one: You may opt to have an early morning game drive, return for a hot breakfast, freshen up, and spend the rest of the mid-morning at leisure, either swimming in the pool or just relaxing. Later, you'll have lunch and proceed to the evening game drive. Finally, you will return to the camp for dinner and your overnight stay.
Option two: You may have an early breakfast and proceed for a whole day game drive with a packed lunch. You will return to the lodge/camp for dinner and turn in for the night.
Day 8
Amboseli - Nairobi
You will have an early game drive. You'll return to the lodge to freshen up and have a hot breakfast. After breakfast, you will exit the lodge and head back to Nairobi, where you will spend the day with optional activities depending on your flight schedule.
Some Nairobi excursions are a visit to the Giraffe Center, a Visit to Maasai Market, and a dinner at the famous Carnivore Restaurant for meat lovers.
You will later be dropped off at JKIA Airport for your onward flight.
RATE
2 people1 room $2970
3 people2 rooms $2675
4 people2 rooms $2585
5 people3 rooms $2475
6 people3 rooms $2420
Important to Know
- This tour is not available to solo travelers.
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 13 receive a discount and children under 4 are free
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Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water(On all days)
Excluded
International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
