$3,519 to $4,289 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Your journey begins with a drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park. As you leave the city behind, the landscape transforms into vast open spaces with acacia trees dotting the horizon. Upon arriving at the park, you will enjoy lunch at the lodge, featuring a selection of Kenyan and international cuisines to cater to all palates (drinks in restaurants are an extra cost).
After lunch, you'll set out on your first game drive! Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds, which are often seen against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. This park also offers the chance to spot other wildlife such as zebras, wildebeests, and if you're lucky, the elusive cheetah. As the evening approaches, you'll experience the changing colors of the landscape with Mount Kilimanjaro silhouetted against the sunset.
You'll return to the lodge for a buffet dinner. Tonight's menu includes dishes like grilled meats, fresh salads, and a variety of vegetarian options, all prepared with local ingredients.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Exploring Amboseli National Park
Exploring Amboseli National Park
You'll wake up to a serene sunrise and enjoy a hearty breakfast at the lodge, including fruits, cereals, pastries, and options for a cooked breakfast to fuel up for the day ahead.
Your morning game drive explores deeper into Amboseli's diverse ecosystems. You'll visit the swamps to watch elephants playfully bathing and cooling off. These wetlands also attract hippos and a variety of waterfowl. The woodlands are perfect for spotting giraffes and smaller creatures like the dik-dik or the vibrant kingfisher. You'll return to the lodge for lunch (drinks in restaurants are an extra cost).
In the afternoon, after a rest to enjoy the lodge amenities, you'll venture out to the open plains, a different environment where you might observe lions or packs of hyenas. This session provides a chance to see the extensive birdlife Amboseli is known for, including the impressive martial eagle and the colorful lilac-breasted roller.
You'll return to the lodge for a delicious dinner buffet.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha Via Hell's Gate
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha Via Hell's Gate
After breakfast in Amboseli, you'll begin your journey to Lake Naivasha, making a mid-morning stop at Hell’s Gate National Park, known for its distinctive landscape shaped by volcanic activity. Following lunch, you'll enjoy a walk or bike ride through the park, where you will encounter wildlife like elands and zebras up close, free from the usual confines of a vehicle, against a backdrop of towering cliffs and deep gorges.
Once you've soaked in the vistas and captured photos at Hell’s Gate, you'll continue to Lake Naivasha. You'll check into your accommodation and unwind before setting out on a soothing boat ride in the late afternoon. You'll glide across the lake, observing the rich birdlife, from African fish eagles to delicate pink-backed pelicans. The boat ride also provides opportunities to see hippos in their natural habitat, adding to the day’s wildlife encounters.
You'll end the day with a delicious dinner at the lodge (drinks in restaurants are an extra cost).
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Nakuru National Park
After enjoying a hearty breakfast, you'll set off for a brief journey to the renowned Lake Nakuru National Park. Upon arrival, you'll dive into a morning game drive that presents a dazzling display of color — the shores of the lake are often painted pink with thousands of flamingos. This extraordinary sight is complemented by the park’s status as a sanctuary for endangered rhinos, offering a rare chance to see these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.
Following your morning exploration, you'll return to the lodge for a relaxing lunch and perhaps a brief rest (drinks in restaurants are an extra cost). As the day cools, prepare for an afternoon game drive. This session provides the perfect opportunity to spot some of Africa’s top predators. Keep your camera ready for potential sightings of lions lounging in the shade or leopards stealthily moving through the bush.
You will conclude your day with a delightful dinner at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, you will depart from Lake Nakuru and head towards the legendary Masai Mara. The journey through the scenic landscapes sets the stage for the awe-inspiring wildlife experiences ahead. You'll arrive at your camp around midday, just in time to settle in and enjoy a leisurely lunch (drinks in the restaurants are an extra cost).
In the afternoon, you will embark on your first game drive in the Masai Mara. Known for its exceptional population of big cats, elephants, and other large game, this park is a quintessential piece of the African savannah. The vast, open plains offer scenes of lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, rhinos, and more, each coexisting within this rich ecosystem. Every drive through the Mara is a chance to witness nature's dramas unfold in real-time.
You'll conclude your day with a relaxing dinner (drinks in restaurants are an extra cost). Afterward, you'll unwind under a canopy of stars, embracing the sounds of the wild and the cool night air of the Masai Mara.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
You'll start your full day in the Masai Mara with an early morning game drive, an optimal time to see wildlife as the savannah awakens. This expedition allows you to observe animals in their most active state, enhancing your chances of witnessing lively interactions and hunting behaviors. After the drive, you will return to the lodge for a nourishing breakfast and enjoy some leisure time, perhaps relaxing by the pool or treating yourself to a spa session.
Post-lunch, you will set out again for the afternoon game drive. The expansive plains of the Mara provide an excellent backdrop for spotting diverse wildlife, including herds of grazing animals and, with some luck, the stealthy leopard. This session offers further opportunities to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the Masai Mara ecosystem and possibly see a thrilling hunt unfold.
You'll conclude your day with a delightful dinner at your lodge (drinks in restaurants are an extra cost).
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Departure from Masai Mara to Nairobi
Departure from Masai Mara to Nairobi
You'll savor a final breakfast in the Masai Mara before departing back to Nairobi. The drive offers a moment to reflect on the past week’s thrilling experiences and the incredible wildlife you’ve witnessed. You'll arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, where your unforgettable safari journey officially concludes.
You'll be dropped off at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta National Airport or a hotel of your choice.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
