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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Nairobi-ol pajeta

Nairobi-ol pajeta

Depart from Nairobi in the morning and drive towards Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a renowned private wildlife sanctuary near Mount Kenya. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive. Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only place in Kenya where you can see rescued chimpanzees. Explore the vast plains of Ol Pejeta, home to the last remaining northern white rhinos and a thriving population of the Big Five. Enjoy a sundowner at your lodge and settle in for the night.

Main Destination:
Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
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HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
HippoOccasional
Accommodation:
Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters
  • Mid-range hotel located just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Ol pajeta-lake nakuru

Ol pajeta-lake nakuru

After an early breakfast, take a short morning game drive before departing for Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive around the alkaline lake, famous for its thousands of pink flamingos and other waterbirds. Explore the park’s acacia forests and grasslands, home to white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, buffaloes, and leopards. Visit viewpoints like Baboon Cliff for stunning panoramas of the lake before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Lake nakuru-masai mara

Lake nakuru-masai mara

Leave Lake Nakuru after breakfast and drive towards the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, passing through the Great Rift Valley’s scenic landscapes. Arrive at your camp or lodge in time for lunch before setting off on an afternoon game drive. Experience the vast plains teeming with wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of herbivores. As the sun sets, return to your accommodation for a relaxing evening under the African sky.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Sentrim Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Masai mara

Masai mara

Rise early for a morning game drive when predators are most active. Traverse the golden savannahs in search of lions, leopards, and cheetahs as they hunt. Visit the Mara River, a hotspot for hippos and crocodiles, and witness dramatic predator-prey interactions. Return to camp for lunch and relaxation before heading out for another game drive in the afternoon, focusing on large herds of elephants, buffaloes, and giraffes. As the sun sets, enjoy a bush dinner or a campfire evening under the starlit sky.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Sentrim Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Masai mara

Masai mara

Spend another full day exploring different parts of the Mara. If visiting between July and October, witness the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River, facing crocodiles and waiting predators. You may opt for an early morning hot air balloon safari for a breathtaking aerial view of the reserve. Later, visit a Maasai village to learn about their rich culture, traditions, and way of life. Enjoy one last sunset game drive before heading back to camp for a final night in the Mara.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Sentrim Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Masai mara-lake naivasha

Masai mara-lake naivasha

After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in time for lunch, then embark on an afternoon boat safari, gliding through waters inhabited by hippos and diverse bird species. Visit Crescent Island Sanctuary, where you can walk among zebras, giraffes, and antelopes with no predators around. Alternatively, explore nearby Hell’s Gate National Park, known for its dramatic landscapes and the opportunity to cycle among wildlife. Return to your lodge for a peaceful evening by the lake.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Day 7

Lake naivasha-amboseli

Lake naivasha-amboseli

Have an early breakfast before departing for Amboseli National Park, a scenic drive that takes you through rural Kenya. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain. Embark on an afternoon game drive, encountering Amboseli’s famous large elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, and grazing animals like zebras and wildebeests. Capture the iconic silhouette of wildlife against the backdrop of Kilimanjaro as the sun sets.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HippoCommon
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HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Amboseli

Amboseli

Spend a full day exploring Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. Visit Observation Hill, which offers panoramic views of the park’s swamps and plains dotted with wildlife. Drive through the marshlands, where elephants cool off in the water, and keep an eye out for predators like hyenas and leopards. Experience the unique ecosystem, where dry lake beds contrast with lush green swamps. Return to your lodge for a final night under the starry African sky.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Amboseli-nairobi

Amboseli-nairobi

After a relaxed breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive as you exit Amboseli. Depart for Nairobi, arriving in the early afternoon. Depending on your schedule, enjoy a farewell lunch before being dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward journey, marking the end of an unforgettable 9-day safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Welcome to Africa Trails, not SafariBookings.
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