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Tour Highlights
What makes this trip special
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Your trip, day by day
Arrival in Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by your driver-guide and transferred to your luxury hotel in Nairobi. Depending on arrival time, you can relax at the hotel, explore the vibrant city, or visit the renowned Karen Blixen Museum. Enjoy a welcome dinner and comprehensive safari briefing. Overnight at your Nairobi luxury hotel. Morning: Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Clear immigration and collect your luggage. Your professional driver-guide will be waiting outside the arrivals hall holding a sign with your name. Nairobi, Kenya's capital, sits at 1,795 metres above sea level and serves as the gateway to East Africa's premier safari destinations. Afternoon: Transfer to your luxury hotel in Nairobi (30-60 minutes depending on traffic). Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an optional visit to the Karen Blixen Museum, the Nairobi National Museum, or the Giraffe Centre where you can feed endangered Rothschild giraffes. Alternatively, relax at your hotel and enjoy the amenities including swimming pools and spa facilities. Evening: Check in and settle at your luxury hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner featuring international and Kenyan cuisine. Your guide will conduct a comprehensive safari briefing, reviewing the 6-day itinerary, what to expect at each destination, and answering any questions. Recommended meal: Kenyan nyama choma (grilled meat) with ugali and kachumbari salad.
Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive south through the Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The scenic drive offers stunning views of the rift valley escarpment. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the Mara's vast golden plains, searching for lions, cheetahs, elephants, and the Great Wildebeest Migration. Overnight at your Masai Mara luxury camp. Morning: Early breakfast at the hotel at 7:00 AM. Depart Nairobi for Masai Mara (approximately 5-6 hours drive). The journey takes you through the dramatic Great Rift Valley, with stops at the spectacular view-points. Descend the escarpment into the valley floor, passing through Maasai villages and vast open landscapes. The drive itself is a scenic experience, with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. Afternoon: Arrive at Masai Mara National Reserve (1,510 sq km) and check into your luxury camp. Enjoy lunch with panoramic views of the savannah. At 3:30 PM, depart for an afternoon game drive across the Mara's plains. The Mara is renowned for the highest concentration of wildlife in Africa. Search for the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. During July to October, witness the Great Wildebeest Migration with over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebras crossing from the Serengeti. Evening: Enjoy sundowner drinks overlooking the African savannah as the sun sets in a blaze of orange and gold. Return to your luxury camp for a gourmet dinner under the stars. Many camps offer traditional Maasai cultural performances in the evening. Photography tip: the golden hour before sunset provides spectacular lighting for wildlife photography.
Lake Naivasha
After an early morning game drive in the Mara, depart for Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in the afternoon for a boat ride on the freshwater lake, famous for its large hippo population and over 400 bird species. Explore Crescent Island on a guided walking safari where you can walk among zebras, giraffes, and wildebeest. Overnight at your Lake Naivasha luxury lodge. Morning: Early morning tea or coffee at 6:00 AM, then depart for a sunrise game drive in the Masai Mara. This is the best time for predator sightings as lions and cheetahs are most active in the cool morning hours. After the game drive, enjoy breakfast at the camp and check out. Depart for Lake Naivasha (approximately 4-5 hours drive). The scenic drive crosses the equator and offers stunning views of the Rift Valley lakes. Afternoon: Arrive at Lake Naivasha and check into your lakeside luxury lodge. Enjoy lunch overlooking the lake. At 2:30 PM, board a boat for a guided tour of Lake Naivasha. Observe hundreds of hippos wallowing in the shallows, and prolific birdlife including African fish eagles, cormorants, and flamingos. Visit Crescent Island for a guided walking safari where you can walk among free-roaming zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, and waterbuck in one of Kenya's most unique wildlife experiences. Evening: Sundowner drinks at your lodge overlooking Lake Naivasha as the sun sets over the Rift Valley escarpment. Watch the hippos emerge from the water to graze on the lakeshore. Gourmet dinner featuring fresh local produce. Many lodges offer bonfire evenings where you can relax under the stars and share stories of your safari adventures.
Amboseli Safari & Wildlife Exploration
After breakfast, drive south to Amboseli National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds set against the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive exploring the park's diverse habitats of swamps, savannah, and acacia woodlands. Amboseli offers some of the best wildlife photography opportunities in Africa. Overnight at your Amboseli luxury lodge. Morning: Breakfast at Lake Naivasha at 7:00 AM. Depart for Amboseli National Park (about 4-5 hours drive south). The journey takes you through the beautiful Kenyan countryside, passing through Nairobi and continuing south toward the Tanzanian border. On clear days, you will see the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895 m) looming in the distance. Afternoon: Arrive at Amboseli National Park (392 sq km) and check into your luxury lodge with views of Kilimanjaro. Enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds - some of the biggest tuskers in Africa. The park's swamps attract a wealth of wildlife including buffalo, zebras, giraffes, and over 400 bird species. Evening: Return to the lodge as Kilimanjaro catches the golden sunset glow. Sundowner drinks with views of Africa's highest peak - a truly unforgettable experience. Gourmet dinner and overnight at your Amboseli lodge. Photography tip: early morning and late afternoon offer the clearest views of Kilimanjaro before clouds obscure the peak.
Full Day Amboseli Safari
A full day dedicated to exploring Amboseli National Park. Rise early for a sunrise game drive when wildlife is most active and Kilimanjaro views are at their clearest. Return to the lodge for brunch and relaxation. Afternoon game drive explores the western and central areas of the park, focusing on the swamp-fed grasslands that attract the highest concentration of wildlife. Overnight at your lodge. Morning: Early morning tea or coffee at 6:00 AM, then depart for a sunrise game drive. This is the best time for photography as the golden light illuminates the elephants and Kilimanjaro. The early morning is also when predators are most active. Search for lions, cheetahs, and spotted hyenas. The park's observation hill offers panoramic views of the entire ecosystem. Afternoon: Return to the lodge for a leisurely brunch and rest during the heat of the day. Many lodges offer swimming pools with stunning views. At 3:30 PM, depart for an afternoon game drive focusing on the Enkongo Narok and Ol Tukai areas. These swamps are the lifeblood of Amboseli, attracting elephants, buffalo, zebras, and over 400 bird species including pelicans and kingfishers. Evening: Watch the sunset over the Amboseli plains with Kilimanjaro as your backdrop - one of Africa's most iconic views. Return to the lodge for a farewell dinner in Amboseli. Many lodges offer traditional Maasai cultural performances in the evening.
Final Game Drive & Return to Nairobi
Rise early for one spectacular final game drive in Amboseli, capturing the extraordinary morning light and wildlife activity. Enjoy a farewell bush breakfast overlooking the park before packing up and making the comfortable drive back to Nairobi. Stop en route at the famous Kazuri Beads Factory for souvenir shopping. Arrive in Nairobi for your international departure or onward connections. End of tour. Morning: Final early morning game drive at 6:30 AM. This is your last chance to capture the iconic Amboseli images - elephants at sunrise with Kilimanjaro. The morning mist rising from the swamps creates a magical atmosphere. Enjoy a farewell bush breakfast set up in the wild, surrounded by the sounds of the African savannah. Afternoon: Check out from your lodge and begin the drive back to Nairobi (approximately 4 hours). Stop at the Kazuri Beads Factory for souvenir shopping - these handmade ceramic beads support local women artisans. Alternatively, visit the Maasai Market for authentic African crafts and curios. Enjoy lunch en route at a restaurant overlooking the Athi Plains. Evening: Arrive in Nairobi (approximately 5:00-6:00 PM). Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight or onward connections. End of tour. We recommend booking flights departing after 8:00 PM to allow ample time for the drive and any unexpected delays.
What's Included & Excluded
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Included
- All national park entrance fees
- 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Full board accommodation at camps/lodges
- Game drives per the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
- Airport transfers
Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips for driver-guide and camp/lodge staff
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities (hot air balloon, cultural visits) unless stated
- Personal expenses
Best Time to Travel
Wildlife viewing is good year-round. The dry season (June-October) concentrates animals around water sources for easier sightings, and the Great Migration's river crossings peak July-October. Calving season in the southern Serengeti runs December-March.
Tented camps and lodges
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at camps/lodges
What to Pack
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