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Tour Highlights
What makes this trip special
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Your trip, day by day
Nairobi Arrival & Safari Preparation
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be met by your driver-guide and transferred to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, you can opt for a city tour visiting the Karen Blixen Museum, the Giraffe Centre, or relax at your lodge. Overnight at your Nairobi accommodation. 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, the capital of Kenya, sits at 1,795 metres above sea level, offering a pleasant climate year-round. Afternoon: Transfer to your hotel in Nairobi (30-60 minutes from the airport). If time permits, enjoy an optional city tour to the Karen Blixen Museum (author of Out of Africa), the Giraffe Centre to feed endangered Rothschild giraffes, or the Nairobi National Museum. Alternatively, relax at your lodge and prepare for the adventure ahead. Evening: Check in and settle at your lodge. Enjoy a welcome dinner and a comprehensive briefing from your guide about the incredible safari ahead. Your guide will check your gear and ensure everything is ready for the journey. Recommended meal: Nyama Choma (Kenyan roasted meat) served with ugali and kachumbari salad.
Masai Mara Safari & Wildlife Exploration
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive south through the dramatic Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the endless savannah plains searching for lions, cheetahs, elephants, and the Great Migration herds. Overnight at your Masai Mara lodge. Morning: Early breakfast followed by departure for the Masai Mara. The 5-hour drive takes you through the spectacular Great Rift Valley escarpment with stops at the viewpoint for panoramic photography. The landscape transitions from Nairobi's highlands to the vast open plains of Maasailand. Keep your camera ready for roadside wildlife and traditional Maasai manyattas (villages). Afternoon: Arrive at the Masai Mara National Reserve (1,510 sq km) by midday. Check in at your lodge, enjoy lunch, and rest briefly. At 3:30 PM, depart for an afternoon game drive across the Mara's rolling grasslands. Search for the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. During July to October, witness the Great Wildebeest Migration with dramatic river crossings. Photography tip: late afternoon golden light is ideal for wildlife photography. Evening: Return to the lodge as the sun sets over the Mara. Enjoy sundowner drinks overlooking the savannah. Dinner and overnight at your Masai Mara lodge. Many lodges offer stargazing opportunities away from light pollution - ask your guide about this.
Masai Mara Full Day & Lake Nakuru Transfer
Rise early for a spectacular sunrise game drive across the Mara. After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its thousands of flamingos and pelicans. Enjoy an afternoon game drive along the lake shore searching for rhinos, lions, and waterbucks. Overnight at your Lake Nakuru lodge. Morning: Early morning tea or coffee at 6:00 AM, then depart for a 3-4 hour game drive across the Masai Mara at sunrise. This is the best time for predator sightings as lions and cheetahs are most active in the cool morning hours. Search for leopards in the riverine forests along the Mara River. The early morning light provides spectacular photography conditions with the golden sun illuminating the savannah. Afternoon: Return to the lodge for breakfast and check out. Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park (approximately 4 hours) through the beautiful Rift Valley landscape. Arrive at Lake Nakuru, a soda lake famous for its massive flocks of flamingos that turn the shoreline pink. Enjoy a game drive along the lake shore spotting white rhinos, black rhinos, buffalo, waterbuck, and the elusive leopard. Lake Nakuru is also a birding paradise with over 400 species recorded. Evening: Check in at your lodge near Lake Nakuru. Enjoy dinner and panoramic views over the Rift Valley floor. The lodge often offers elevated views of the lake and surrounding escarpment.
Amboseli Safari & Wildlife Exploration
After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and drive south through Nairobi to Amboseli National Park, home to Kenya's largest elephant herds. The snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro forms a breathtaking backdrop. Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the open plains. Overnight at your Amboseli lodge. Morning: Breakfast at the lodge and check out. Depart Lake Nakuru for the journey south to Amboseli National Park (approximately 4 hours driving). The route passes through Nairobi and continues south towards the Tanzanian border. Keep watch for the first glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak at 5,895 metres, appearing on the southern horizon. Afternoon: Arrive at Amboseli National Park (392 sq km) and check in at your lodge. Enjoy lunch with views of Kilimanjaro. At 3:30 PM, depart for an afternoon game drive through the park's open plains, swamps, and woodlands. Amboseli is world-famous for its large elephant herds - some of the largest tuskers in Africa. Look out for lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and over 400 bird species. Photography tip: the best elephant photos with Kilimanjaro backdrop are taken in the late afternoon golden hour. Evening: Continue game drive as the sun sets behind Kilimanjaro, creating an unforgettable silhouette. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. Many Amboseli lodges offer views of Kilimanjaro from the dining area.
Amboseli Full Day Safari
A full day dedicated to exploring Amboseli National Park. Rise before dawn for a sunrise game drive when the animals are most active and the light on Kilimanjaro is at its finest. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation. Afternoon game drive to explore different areas of the park. Overnight at your Amboseli lodge. Morning: Early breakfast at 5:30 AM. Depart for a sunrise game drive - the best time to see Kilimanjaro clearly before clouds obscure the peak. Explore the Enkongo Narok swamp area where large herds of elephants gather to drink and bathe. This is the prime photography time with the mountain forming a spectacular backdrop. Look out for lions, hyenas, and cheetahs hunting on the open plains. The park is also excellent for birding with species like ostriches, secretary birds, and crowned cranes. Afternoon: Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and midday relaxation. Many lodges have swimming pools offering views of Kilimanjaro. At 3:00 PM, depart for an afternoon game drive exploring the Observation Hill area and the dry lake bed of Lake Amboseli. The afternoon drive focuses on different wildlife zones, increasing your chance of spotting all the park's major species. Photography tip: the late afternoon light creates warm tones perfect for elephant portraits. Evening: Final game drive as the sun sets behind Kilimanjaro. Return to the lodge for a farewell dinner under the stars. Share stories and photos with your guide and fellow travellers.
Final Game Drive & Return to Nairobi
Rise early for one last spectacular game drive in Amboseli with the morning light on Kilimanjaro. Enjoy a farewell bush breakfast before departing for Nairobi. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon for your airport transfer or onward connections. End of tour. Morning: Early breakfast and check out. Depart for a final 2-hour game drive in Amboseli, capturing the extraordinary morning light and wildlife activity. This is another excellent opportunity to photograph elephants with Kilimanjaro in the background before clouds obscure the peak. Enjoy a farewell bush breakfast set up in the wilderness - a memorable safari experience. Afternoon: Depart Amboseli for the drive back to Nairobi (approximately 4 hours). Stop at the Kenya-Tanzania border viewpoint for photos and souvenir shopping at local craft markets. Enjoy lunch en route at a restaurant with views of the African landscape. Continue the drive through the outskirts of Nairobi. Evening: Arrive in Nairobi (approximately 4:00-5:00 PM). Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight or onward connections. End of tour. We recommend booking flights departing after 7:00 PM to allow ample time for the drive.
What's Included & Excluded
Know exactly what your package covers
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
Suggested gear for this trip
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