Tour Overview
Daily Itinerary
Nairobi to Samburu Game Reserve (Approx. 5 Hours, 320 km)
Weâll pick you up from your hotel or the Nairobi airport marking the start of the safari. Leave the city behind watching the landscape transform, in a captivating transition, through diverse climatic and vegetation zones, from lush highlands to the striking semiâarid landscapes of northern Kenya to the arid rugged beauty of Samburu, arriving in time for a fresh lunch. Spend the afternoon immersed in the unique wildlife of the reserve before retiring to your comfortable safari lodge or camp for the evening. Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
The Unique Samburu Game Reserve
The entire day is dedicated to immersive game viewing experiences within Samburu Game Reserve, with options to combine game drives across Buffalo Springs, and Shaba Reserves, offering a richer and more diverse wildlife encounter. Wildlife viewing is primarily focused along the Ewaso Nyiro River, the vital lifeline of this dramatic semi-arid landscape and a magnet for abundant wildlife. Retire to the comfort and hospitality of your select Samburu safari lodge or authentic tented camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Samburu Game Reserve to Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Approx. 3 Hours, 180 km )
Begin the day with a final early morning game drive in Samburu Game Reserve, taking advantage of prime wildlife viewing hours. Afterwards, depart for the cooler highlands of Mount Kenya & Laikipia region, travelling towards the renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Enjoy afternoon game viewing experiences, with excellent opportunities to encounter the critically endangered rhino and a troop of rescued chimpanzees. Overnight at Ol Pejeta safari camp or lodge. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Mount Kenya Area to Aberdare National Park (Approx. 1 Hour, 80 km)
Enjoy a last glimpse of Ol Pejeta's plains on a morning game drive. Later, we ascend to the cool, lush highlands of Aberdares National Park, renowned for its dramatic landscapes and diverse habitats. In the afternoon, transfer to a classic tree hotel, uniquely positioned for close-range wildlife observation. Spend the night at the tree lodge, with exceptional game viewing directly from the private balconies of your cabin. Important Travel Note: Access to the tree lodge requires packing light. Kindly prepare a small overnight bag for this extraordinary stay. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Aberdare National Park to Lake Nakuru National Park (Approx. 4 Hours, 180 km)
Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, with a scenic stop at the picturesque Thompson Falls in Nyahururu. The drive unfolds through fertile farmlands and homesteads, descending along the dramatic edge of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Afternoon activities include birdâwatching and game drives, sightings of diverse avian species, including flamingoes. L. Nakuru is also renowned for its rhino sanctuary, home to both black and white rhinos. Overnight stay at a premium lodge or tented camp overlooking the park. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Lake Nakuru National Park to Masai Mara Game Reserve (Approx. 6 Hours, 290 km )
Begin the day with a final, serene bird-watching and game drive along the shores of Lake Nakuru. Afterwards, we embark on the scenic journey to the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, pausing at hand-selected viewpoints to take in the vastness of the Rift Valley. Arrive in time for an afternoon game viewing drive across the iconic savannah. As the sun sets, settle into your exclusive safari lodge or luxury tented camp, your home for exploring this legendary wilderness. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Masai Mara Game Reserve Extravaganza!
Prepare for a full-day wildlife extravaganza in the world-famous Masai Mara! Renowned as Africa's greatest wildlife arena, its stunning plains host the continent's most varied and concentrated animal populations. We'll embark on an epic journey across this iconic reserve, with unlimited opportunities to track the Big Five and discover countless other species. Our adventure will lead us to the dramatic Mara River to witness hippos and crocodiles, and if your travel coincides with the season (July-October) you will get to experience live, the breathtaking drama of, the Great Migration. Overnight at selected Masai Mara Safari lodge or tented camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha (Approx. 5 Hours, 240 km)
Bid farewell to the Mara with a last look at its iconic plains. We then travel to the tranquil Lake Naivasha, a haven for birdlife. The adventure continues on land at Hellâs Gate National Park, one of the only parks in Africa where you can explore on foot or by bicycle, cycling past towering rock formations and natural geysers. The day concludes with a peaceful overnight stay at your lakeside lodge or tented camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli Game Reserve (Approx. 6 Hours, 340 km )
Begin the day with a morning boat safari on Lake Naivasha, offering close-up views of hippos, exotic birdlife, and plains game along the shoreline. This is followed by a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, providing a rare opportunity to explore on foot among freely roaming wildlife. Later, depart for Amboseli National Park, travelling south toward the iconic landscapes beneath Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrive in time for an afternoon game viewing drive in Amboseli, renowned for its large elephant herds and sweeping open plains. Overnight stay at your Amboseli lodge or luxury tented camp, with views of Africaâs highest peak. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Amboseli Game Reserve
The day begins with an early morning game drive, as the mist clears over Mount Kilimanjaro, providing the ultimate backdrop for wildlife photography, followed by breakfast at the lodge. A mid-morning game drive offers further wildlife encounters before returning for a relaxed lunch. In the late afternoon, head out once again for another rewarding game viewing experience as the landscape and wildlife come alive in the changing light. Between game drives, enjoy leisure time at your Amboseli lodge/ tented camp, where meals and optional lodge-based activities are provided. Throughout the day, your private safari vehicle and professional driver-guide remain at your disposal, allowing for additional game viewing opportunities as desired. Spend the night at your Amboseli safari lodge or luxury tented camp, with Mount Kilimanjaro as a stunning backdrop. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Amboseli Game Reserve to Tsavo West National Park (Approx. 2 Hours, 100 km)
Begin with a memorable farewell drive across the Amboseli plains, framed by the spectacular snow-capped summit of Kilimanjaro (weather dependent). We then depart for Tsavo West National Park, renowned for its rugged beauty. Your first exploration begins with an afternoon game drive through its unique, wildlife-rich ecosystems. Settle in for the evening at your comfortable lodge or camp, within Tsavo West. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tsavo West National Park to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary (Approx. 30 Mins, 27 km )
Begin the day with an early morning game drive, followed by a return to the lodge for breakfast. After breakfast, depart for the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a vital conservation area that lies along the southern edge of Tsavo West National Park. The sanctuary serves as an important wildlife dispersal and migration corridor between Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks, making it both ecologically significant and a prized safari destination. On arrival, enjoy your stay at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge, renowned for its innovative and distinctive design. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary to Tsavo East (Approx. 55 Mins, 46 km)
Following your stay in Taita Hills, we enter the iconic Tsavo East. Begin your search for its famous red elephants and diverse predators on an immersive morning game drive, pausing to admire the Aruba Dam and Lugard's Falls. Extension You will be welcomed for lunch and check-in at the well-appointed Tsavo East Safari Lodge. The afternoon is dedicated to further discovery on a game drive until dusk. The unique benefit of an in-park stay means the safari continues into the evening, offering serene moments to observe wildlife from the comfort of your lodge. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tsavo East National Park to Diani Beach (Approx. 4 Hours, 190 km)
After bidding farewell to the bush with one last game drive, we journey south to the tropical paradise of Diani Beach. Here, you will be welcomed at the iconic Swahili Beach Resort, your sanctuary on the sand. The following days are yours to spend as you wish, lazing on the beach, discovering marine life, or simply savoring the tranquility while reminiscing about your safari. This is the perfect culmination to your Kenyan adventure. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Diani to Nairobi (Approx. 9 Hours, 510 km )
Your remarkable safari and beach adventure comes to a close after days filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters, spectacular landscapes, and moments of pure relaxation along Diani Beach. After enjoying a final morning buffet breakfast at the resort, bid farewell to Kenyaâs stunning coastline as you depart Diani Beach for Nairobi. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be comfortably dropped off at either the airport for your onward journey or at your designated city hotel, marking the end of a truly memorable safari experience. Meal Plan: Breakfast
What's Included
What's Included
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âProfessional English-speaking guide
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âAll park fees and conservation charges
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âAccommodations as selected
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âAll meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) as illustrated
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âBottled drinking water
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âGame drives in 4x4 safari vehicle
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âAirport transfers
What's Not Included
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âInternational flights
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âTravel insurance
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âVisa fees
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âPersonal expenses
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âAlcoholic beverages
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âTips and gratuities