Overview
Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli
Day 2: Explore Amboseli National Park
Day 3: Amboseli – Nairobi
Day 4: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 5: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 6: Explore Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 7: Masai Mara – Lake Naivasha
Day 8: Lake Naivasha – Nairobi
Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
In the morning, pick up from the airport and depart for the picturesque landscapes of Amboseli National Park. As you travel southward, you are enveloped by the captivating scenery of the African savannah, punctuated by local villages and dotted with wildlife sightings along the way.
Upon reaching the entrance of Amboseli, the grandeur of Mount Kilimanjaro will emerge in the distance, providing a spectacular backdrop for the days to come.
Arriving at Kibo Safari Camp, a luxurious oasis in the heart of the wilderness, you will be greeted with warm hospitality. Once you check in, indulge in a satisfying lunch, refuelling your energy for the afternoon adventures ahead. The camp exudes charm with its eco-friendly ethos, beautifully appointed tents, and stunning views across the savannah.
The heart of today’s experience is an exhilarating 4X4 Safari Land Cruiser ride. Amboseli is celebrated for its vast elephant herds and 50 mammal species. As your Safari Land Cruiser maneuvers through the park’s bush roads, take in the breathtaking vistas and keep your eyes peeled for the abundant wildlife. Explore the splendor of Amboseli’s ecosystem as elephants roam freely, giraffes gracefully traverse the plains, and diverse birdlife flourish. This safari offers unparalleled opportunities to witness the majesty of the animal kingdom amidst their natural habitat.
The thrill of the day culminates as night falls, punctuated by the sounds of the wilderness echoing around Kibo Safari Camp. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner under the starlit African sky, relishing in the quietude of nature, with the faint silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Meal Plan: (Lunch & Dinner)
Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp (Mid-Luxury)
Day 2: Explore Amboseli National Park
If the weather is kind to us, wake up and marvel in the morning views of Mt Kilimanjaro, the highest peak of Africa. The early sunlight creates an enchanted atmosphere across the mountain that will leave you spellbound, with its snow twinkling in shades of pink and mountainside becoming a deep purple colour. What a scene to wake up to! Have a delicious breakfast in the morning before heading out to engage in a full-day game drive in this wonderful park with a picnic lunch. You will have the opportunity of seeing big herds of elephants up close. Another exciting place will be the observation point where you will have a bird’s eye view of the expansive park below which is teeming with wildlife all-year-round. Get back to the lodge in the evening
Meal Plan: (Breakfast Lunch & Dinner)
Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp (Mid-Luxury)
Day 3: Amboseli – Nairobi
As a new day dawns over Amboseli, start with a fulfilling breakfast surrounded by nature’s tranquillity. The check-out process from Kibo Safari Camp invites you to reflect on the memories shared and sights seen over the past days within this treasured part of the African wilderness.
Boarding your vehicle, journey northwards towards Kenya’s vibrant capital city, Nairobi. This drive promises experiential transitions between verdant horizons, as rural serenity shifts to the bustling urban energy on the city’s approach.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon as you proceed for check in process at Palacina Hotel Nairobi. This establishment presents an entirely different yet equally immersive experience – embracing urban luxury, comfort, and convenience. Enjoy ample time to relax and unwind as you settle into your newly appointed accommodation. Lunch and dinner are included for the day.
Use this opportunity to explore the city’s fascinating blend of cultural offerings, from bustling city markets showcasing the vibrancy and artistry of local crafts to cafes and restaurants offering a variety of Kenyan and international flavors. The evening opens possibilities for theatre, music, or simply immersing yourself in the city’s dynamic nightlife scene.
Meal Plan: (Lunch & Dinner)
Accommodation: Palacina Hotel (Mid-Luxury)
Day 4: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast you depart for Lake Nakuru National Park with a brief stop at the Great Rift Valley for stunning views. You arrive at your camp in time for lunch.
This afternoon we depart on a game viewing drive circumventing Lake Nakuru. The lake is situated in the heart of the Rift Valley and is one of Kenya’s most famous soda lakes. Some of the interesting places to visit include the baboon cliff, the lion hill and the Mau escarpment. Over 300 bird species have been recorded here. This park also provides sanctuary for the endangered Rothschild giraffe, black and white rhino and the elusive leopard.
The scenery is breath-taking; a haven, rejuvenating the soul with the largest Euphorbia Forest in Africa, great observation points including the lion hill, the honeymoon ranges and the Bahati hills. The landscape includes areas of marsh and grasslands alternating with rocky cliffs and outcrops, stretches of acacia woodland and rock. The lake catchment is bounded by Menengai crater to the north, the Bahati hills to the north east, the lion hill ranges to the east, Eburu crater to the south and the Mau escarpment to the west.
Due to the rising water levels of the lake, the population of the flamingo has diminished, so the hue of pink from the flamingo is not as intense as it once was.
Meals: (Breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Accommodation: Mbweha Safari Camp (Mid-Luxury)
Day 5: Masai Mara National Reserve
A hearty early morning breakfast then drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve, offering wonderful scenery and plenty of game. You arrive at the Mara Maisha Camp to a very warm welcome for lunch, some leisure. This afternoon is the moment you have been longing for – you depart on an exciting game viewing drive. The Rolling plains and grasslands, stretching far into the horizons as far as the eye can see is home to the black-manned lion, the savannah elephant, the Cape buffalo, wildebeest, the elusive leopard, cheetah, the spotted & stripped hyena, the rhino, Topi, burchelle’s zebra, the Maasai giraffe among many others. The Mara game reserve is one that can never disappoint. One is spoilt by the variety of bird and wildlife species in this game reserve. For a long time, Mara Game Reserve has stubbed her authority as the ‘granary’ of wildlife in Kenya. You return back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
Meals: (Lunch & dinner)
Accommodation: Mara Maisha Camp (Mid-Luxury)
Day 6: Full day in the Masai Mara National Reserve
After a sumptuous breakfast, depart for a full day adventure. Be on the look-out for the big five that Masai Mara is famous for and that may have eluded you on your previous game drives; these include the lion, savannah (African) elephant, the Cape buffalo, the leopard and the black rhino. You may even be so lucky to witness a leopard or a cheetah sprint and make a kill!
In addition to your wildlife odyssey, participate in Masai village tour. Pay a visit to the Maasai tribes and explore their traditional villages on the outskirts of the reserve. Immerse yourself in their rich culture and traditions, gaining a deeper appreciation for the remarkable coexistence of the Maasai people and the wild creatures of Maasai Mara.
Optional Activity
Balloon Safari
Today’s adventure begins just before dawn. Flames from the hot air balloon burners light the darkness as the crew inflates their craft. The first, pink tongues of sunlight flicker across the skies and the hot air balloon fills then rises. Suspended in a basket beneath the rainbow-coloured canopy, you are off for a game-viewing adventure with an entirely different perspective. Apart from the occasional hiss of the burners, a lion’s roar, elephants crashing through the bush, baboons perched in the tips of the trees startled and screeching to see something above them, the flight above the Masai Mara Plains is magically silent. At the end of the flight, the passengers are treated to a champagne breakfast in the bush, complete with flowers. China and crystal are set out on the table that is placed under a convenient acacia tree. The finishing touch to the flight is a game drive back to the camp, and the possibility of seeing the same pride of lions, or herd of elephants that had been viewed while ballooning. A flight certificate is issued on completion of the balloon safari.
Meals: (Breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Accommodation: Mara Maisha Camp (Mid-Luxury)
Day 7: Maasai Mara – Lake Naivasha
Rise early to catch the effervescent sunrise scattering over the Maasai Mara landscape, echoing the serenity of an African morning. After breakfast at the Camp, prepare to say goodbye to the pristine vistas of the Mara, yet carrying the spirit of this wilderness within you as you embark on a journey to the tranquil and enticing Lake Naivasha leaving behind the golden expanses of savannah and the echoing sounds of the Mara, make your way toward Naivasha, a region characterized by its fiery landscapes, lush oases, and one of the most beautiful freshwater lakes. Naivasha sits amid the rift valley landscapes, a stunning retreat of water surrounded by greenery, teeming with wildlife and unique flora.
Check in at Sawela Lodge, Naivasha, your new home enveloped in natural beauty and located strategically for exploring Naivasha’s diverse ecosystem. The lodge opens its doors to a world of relaxed charm and abundant space, ensuring your comfort as you unwind from the mornings’ travels.
After enjoying a delectable lunch at the lodge, prepare for a serene escape onto the expansive waters of Lake Naivasha in the afternoon. Enjoy a one-hour boat ride that promises sightings of playful hippos surfacing through the waters, graciously waking birds fluttering across the sky as the mountain peaks watch over.
Feel tranquillity as you glide along this vast expanse, its seemingly endless surface glistening under the sun’s late-day hues. Set your glance upon Great White Pelicans floating nearby or see African Fish Eagles swooping gracefully, an orchestra of natural splendour performed by winged creatures and aquatic life thriving in harmony.
Upon returning to the lodge, bask in this moment of connection with the elements, finding solace in water that refreshes your spirit and the day’s gentle adventures found on this picturesque aquatic journey. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner back at the lodge, savoring the flavors that introduce you more intimately to Kenyan cuisine.
Meals: {Lunch & dinner}
Accommodation: Sawela Lodge (Mid-Luxury)
Day 8: Nairobi
This morning, enjoy your breakfast then check-out. Unbelievable but true, your good bush moments have come to an end. Bid farewell to our wonderful lodge manager and his team then depart to Nairobi. Not empty handed though, with you are photographs – a capture of the special moments you have had on this tour to immortalize the experience. Today you will have lunch at Carnivore restaurant .This is an open-air meat specialty restaurant has become a standard stop on the safari trail. Every type of meat imaginable, including four choices of wild game, is roasted on traditional Maasai swords (skewers) over a huge, visually spectacular charcoal pit that dominates the entrance of the restaurant. Your guide driver will then drop you at the Jomo Kenyatta International airport for your onward flight.
The Package Price Includes:
- Arrival transfer from/ to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Full Board Accommodation while on safari
- Park Entry Fees
- Unlimited supply of drinking water in the safari vehicle while on safari
- Services of professional English-Speaking guide-driver.
- Unlimited game drives in the parks
- Masai Village tour
- 1 hour boat ride
- Transport in a designed pop-up roof 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser while on safari
- AMREF Flying Doctors Medical Evacuation cover while on safari
The Package Price Excludes:
- All personal expenses – laundry, telephones, soft & alcoholic drinks, tips to Camp Staff, and gratuity to Guide/Drive
- Any items not expressly specified in the itinerary
- Any optional services listed as optional in the safari program
- Comprehensive travel insurance cover
- International flight, passport & visa fees