Arrival in Amboseli and First Game Drives
Day 1: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport - Amboseli National Park
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be met and assisted by our representative. After a short safari briefing, drive towards Amboseli National Park (approx. 3 hours 40 minutes). Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in Amboseli, famous for its large herds of elephants set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Experience stunning scenery and diverse wildlife such as lions, giraffes, cheetahs, and an abundance of birdlife. Return to the lodge for dinner and an evening of relaxation.
Overnight at Ol-Tukai Lodge on a full board basis.
Room Category: Singles / Doubles / Twins Standard Suites Rooms
Day 2: Amboseli National Park "Home of Huge Elephants" Best Mt. Kilimanjaro Snow Cape View
Morning Game Drive:
Start your day with an early morning game drive, the best time to witness Amboseli's wildlife at its most active. As the sun rises, the snow-capped peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro often appears crystal clear, providing a magical backdrop for photography. Elephants emerge from the swamps and head towards the plains, often moving in large herds - a truly iconic sight. Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas are more active during these cooler hours, increasing your chances of spotting a hunt or fresh tracks. The morning light also makes for beautiful views of zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and antelopes grazing peacefully across the golden savannah. After exploring the park, return to your lodge or camp for a hearty breakfast and some relaxation.
Afternoon Game Drive: After lunch and some rest, set out again for an afternoon game drive, when the sun softens and animals return to the swamps and watering holes. This is the perfect time to watch large herds of elephants bathing and splashing in the marshlands, alongside hippos and diverse birdlife, including herons, egrets, and crowned cranes. Buffaloes and wildebeests often gather in big numbers, while giraffes stride elegantly across the plains. With luck, you may also encounter the elusive black rhino or observe predators preparing for the evening hunt. As the day winds down, the setting sun casts a golden glow over the savannah, with Mt. Kilimanjaro silhouetted in the background - an unforgettable end to the safari experience.
Overnight at Ol-Tukai Lodge on a full board basis.
Room Category: Singles / Doubles / Twins Standard Suites Rooms
Day 3: Amboseli National Park - Lake Naivasha National Park
Breakfast, then drive to Naivasha (approx. 5 hours 30 minutes), a circular freshwater lake fringed by lush forests of fever trees and overlooked by the ragged edge of the volcanic Mount Longonot. Though it is accorded no official protection, the lake supports a fair amount of indigenous wildlife. Giraffes, hippos, and waterbuck may be seen almost anywhere on the lakeshore, which is also one of the most rewarding bird sites in Kenya, offering an opportunity for the experienced to clock up 100 species before breakfast.
Conspicuous water-associated birds include the African fish eagle and the great white pelican, while noisy Fischer's and yellow-collared lovebirds are among the most decorative and common woodland species. Crescent Island, the partially submerged rim of an extinct volcanic caldera, is home to giraffes, buffalo, and plenty of birds. Only slightly further afield, Hell's Gate National Park protects a geologically dramatic 68-square-kilometer landscape where visitors can walk or bicycle unguided through seasonally impressive herds of big game, including buffalo, giraffe, zebra, various antelope species, and very occasionally elephants and lion. Enjoy your day until late in the afternoon, then drive to your lodge for dinner and evening relaxation.
Overnight at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort on a full board basis or similar.
Room Category: Singles / Doubles / Twins Standard Suites Rooms
Day 4: Lake Naivasha - Maasai Mara National Reserve, "Jewel of Kenya"
Early breakfast, then proceed to Maasai Mara National Reserve (approx. 4 hours). The Maasai Mara is regarded as the jewel of Kenya, offering a wealth of wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is almost unbelievable that over 95 species of mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and 400 bird species are recorded within the reserve. A visitor may hardly miss seeing lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopards, many kinds of antelopes, and elephants. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. Arrive for a hot lunch at the lodge and enjoy afternoon game drives.
Dinner and overnight at Mara Simba Lodge on a full board basis.
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Day 5: Maasai Mara National Reserve "Jewel of Kenya" Full-Day Guided Game Drive
This is another day in the famous home of the "big five". You will have 2 game drives, 0630hrs-1230hrs and 1600hrs to 1800hrs respectively. The Maasai Mara is regarded as the jewel of Kenya, which offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is almost unbelievable that over 95 species of mammals, amphibians, and reptiles, and 400 bird species have been recorded in the reserve. A visitor may hardly miss seeing lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopards, many kinds of antelopes, and elephants.
It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savannah - lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena, and vultures. Back to the camp for evening relaxation.
Dinner and overnight at Mara Simba Lodge on a full board basis.
Room Category: Singles / Doubles / Twins Standard Suites Rooms
Day 6: Maasai Mara National Reserve - Nairobi City
After an early morning breakfast, depart (approx. 4 hours) for Nairobi City and head to the Giraffe Centre, a conservation and education hub where you can feed and interact with the endangered Rothschild giraffes, take photos, and learn about Kenya's wildlife preservation efforts. Spend time strolling the gardens, observing the giraffes up close, and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Afterward, proceed to the iconic Carnivore Restaurant for a sumptuous lunch, sampling a variety of grilled meats in the traditional nyama choma style or choosing from vegetarian options, all while soaking in the lively atmosphere. Following lunch, you will be transferred to the airport for your outbound flight, with assistance available for check-in and luggage, bringing your Kenya adventure to a comfortable and memorable close.
