$2,151 to $2,690 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateNairobi to Aberdares National Park
From Nairobi, drive northwards, heading to the Aberdares Country Club. You are driven through the industrial town of Thika and past intensely cultivated farms of the central Kikuyu highlands dotted with coffee, tea and various food crops. We take a scheduled break for bathroom and refreshments before proceeding to the Aberdares Country Club, a majestic haven on the hills. It was formerly the home of an English couple half a century ago and now serves as the base hotel for The Ark.
Relax at the club and attend to lunch served from 12:30 hrs. Shortly afterwards, at 15:00hrs, you are transferred with other guests in a lodge shuttle to the legendary "The Ark " a magnificent and famous tree hotel nestled in the heart of the Aberdares Forest, resembling Noah’s Ark. Spend your afternoon, evening and part of the night watching wildlife from the comfort of your deck overlooking a large floodlit waterhole where wildlife come by for a drink and a saltlick. Dinner and overnight at The Ark.
- Main Destination:
- Aberdare National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Ark
- Meals & Drinks:
Aberdare to Samburu National Reserve
After a sumptuous breakfast at The Ark, you are transferred back to the base hotel, the Aberdare Country Club, to connect with your guide and proceed to the Samburu Game Reserve. We will pass through scenic countryside and enjoy superb views of Mount Kenya. A short stop is scheduled at the Equator for a brief gravitational experiment conducted by the local folks to determine the accuracy of the Equator line. Later, proceed to Samburu, arriving in good time for lunch.
Samburu Reserve is a beautiful expanse comprising a semi-arid countryside of dry grasslands, thorn trees, acacia bushes and riverine forest vegetation. It has its own "Special Big 5", which includes Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and the Beisa oryx, which are also referred to as the “Samburu Special”. In a nutshell, Samburu hosts 75 diverse animals and 450 bird species. We embark on an afternoon game drive until sunset, when we return to our lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Simba Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Samburu National Park full-day exploration
Spend a full day in Samburu Reserve with the option of morning and afternoon game drives. Your guide could also recommend an early departure with a picnic breakfast, returning to the lodge by mid-morning to avoid the scorching noon sun when most animals seek shelter in the shade. This day will enable you to track some of the animals only adapted to this region. You will be thrilled at the sight of the “Special 5” in a fiercely beautiful habitat of stunning landscapes dotted with semi-arid bush shrubs, dry savannah woodland and tall African wild palms lining the Ewaso Ngiro riverine. This is a rugged paradise off-the-beaten track. See 3 of Africa’s big cats and countless herbivores and watch an array of birdlife while witnessing the magical sunset on the horizon.
Midmorning, visit the colourful, nomadic Samburu people for a presentation of their rich culture and history. Dinner and overnight are in Samburu.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Simba Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Samburu National Reserve to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Embark on the next chapter of your safari as you depart Samburu for Ol Pejeta Private Conservancy, a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Upon your arrival, seamlessly check into your selected accommodation, where the tranquil surroundings of the conservancy await. The adventure continues with a visit to the renowned Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, providing an opportunity to connect with these remarkable primates. You have 2 expertly guided and uninterrupted game-viewing drives, visiting the Rhino Sanctuary and other numerous wildlife-rich spots of this remarkable park.
As the day transforms into the night, experience the magic of a night game drive (optional extra activity), offering glimpses into the secretive nocturnal world of Ol Pejeta. Conclude your day with a delightful dinner and settle in for an overnight stay, surrounded by the ambient sounds of the conservancy.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Accommodation:
- Sweetwaters Serena Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Lake Nakuru National Park
Wake up to the sounds of nature. It's yet another day in the wilderness. Start off with a sunrise game drive, exploring Ol Pejeta's rich wildlife wonders while capturing clear views of Mount Kenya. Return to the camp by 8:00 am for breakfast. Then, you will depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, set strategically on the floor of the Great Rift Valley.
Enjoy a scenic drive that captures diverse landscapes. Take a scheduled stop to enjoy superb panoramic views of the Great Escarpment at the Subukia Gorge. Arrive at Lake Nakuru and immediately embark on a game drive. Our picnic lunch will be served at a convenient location within the park.
Lake Nakuru is famous for its large population of flamingos and 450 other bird species. Lions, leopards, and hyenas are the main predators, while rhinos, buffalos, zebras, Rothschild's giraffes, waterbucks and impalas are the main herbivores. You will also see baboons, vervets and colobus monkeys. Head to your camp for check-in, dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ziwa Bush Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart by road for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, driving through an outstanding landscape dotted with rural villages and farmlands. On arrival, check in at your camp and enjoy a set buffet lunch. After a brief relaxation, an afternoon game drive commences in this sprawling yet natural and untamed wilderness reserve.
You are in the big-game country with endless opportunities to encounter the Big Five of Africa. Discover many lions and cheetahs and spot the shy and elusive leopards. Look out for countless other herbivores roaming freely and watch beautiful birds flying, all in great abundance, on an endless stretch of glorious savannah grassland. Observe a golden magical sunset as you return to the camp for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Osero Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Masai Mara full-day exploration
You have a full day in Masai Mara. You can opt for early morning and afternoon game drives or spend the entire day exploring the Mara Reserve. Penetrate the reserve further, reaching the famous Mara River for hippos and crocodiles. More rewarding wildlife sighting opportunities will present themselves, enabling an almost 100% guarantee to spot the Big 5 of Africa.
Depending on the season, you might witness the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth, “ the great wildebeest migration”. This yearly event is breathtaking, as it is equally thrilling and profoundly moving. Enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade of an acacia tree overlooking the Mara plains. Return to camp on an en-route game drive with the option of visiting a traditional Maasai village for an exciting cultural experience.
Another worthwhile adventure while in Masai Mara is an optional hot-air balloon safari over the Mara plains. Our guide will offer no-obligation advice about this early morning activity.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Osero Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Masai Mara to Nairobi - Departure
Breakfast in Masai Mara is served from 6:30 am, followed by our 9:30 am departure for Nairobi. We will have an exciting drive through the Great Rift Valley while enjoying great scenery and beautiful landmarks, including the Suswa and Longonot Mountains. A brief stop for lunch and bathrooms is scheduled in Narok or Mai Mahiu towns. We will then proceed to our Nairobi hotel or head straight to the airport, arriving before sunset.
This marks the end of our 8-day serenity safari and classical bush exploration, which offered sheer excitement and cherished memories.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: