Tour Plan
This 12 day safari takes you to Kenya's renowned safari destinations, such as the Tsavo West, Amboseli, Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Naivasha
and the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Visit the Tsavo West for diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes, Amboseli for magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro as well as herds of elephants and other wildlife.
The Samburu National Reserve is home to several unique wildlife species such as the reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, and Somali ostrich.
The Ol Pejeta Conservancy is located in central Kenya and is home to several endangered species, including black and white rhinos, chimpanzees, and the last two northern white rhinos in the world.
Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake located in the Great Rift Valley, surrounded by lush forests and home to a variety of bird species, hippos, and other wildlife.
Maasai Mara is one of Africa's most famous wildlife reserves, where you can witness large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and other animals as they cross the Mara River, as well as view predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs in action.
Start/End: Nairobi
Status:Open All year
Vehicle used: 4/4 Land Cruiser
Accommodations: Tented Camps/Lodges
Tsavo West – 1 Nights, Amboseli – 2 Nights, Nairobi – 1 Nights , Samburu – 2 Nights , Ol Pejeta – 1 Nights , Lake Naivasha – 1 Nights & Maasai Mara – 3 Nights
Activities: : Game viewing, photography, nature walk, sightseeing & birding
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Day 1: Nairobi – Transfer to Tsavo West, Approx. 5 hours
Pick up from your Nairobi hotel at 6.30a.m. and immediately drive to Tsavo West to arrive before lunch time. Immediately have a game drive as you head to the lodge/camp for lunch. In the afternoon visit Mzima springs where you will view the crocodiles and hippos swimming under water. You will also be driven to the “shetani” lava flows and have a view of Chyulu Hills too.
Overnight: Kilaguni Serena/Severin Safari Camp/Finch Hattons
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
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Day 2: Tsavo West – Transfer to Amboseli, Approx. 2-3 hours
Have breakfast then depart for Amboseli. Arrive by mid-morning. Afternoon game drive is at 3/4p.m.
Overnight: Kibo Safari Camp/Ol Tukai Lodge/Tortilis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 3: Amboseli – Morning & afternoon game drives
Spend this day with morning & afternoon game drives.
Optional activities -Balloon ride & Cultural visit
Overnight: Kibo Safari Camp/Ol Tukai Lodge/Tortilis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 4: Amboseli – Transfer to Nairobi, Approx. 4 hours
Have another early morning game drive then return to the lodge/camp for breakfast. Thereafter, depart Amboseli for Nairobi. You will have a brief stop at Giraffe Centre before lunch at Carnivore Restaurant. Be dropped off at booked hotel for overnight stay.
Overnight: Villa Rosa Kempinski/Nairobi Serena Hotel/Tamarind Tree Hotel
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner
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Day 5: Nairobi – Transfer to Samburu, Approx. 5 hours
Be picked from your Nairobi hotel at 6.30a.m. and immediately depart for Samburu passing through the equator line to Samburu land. Enjoy views of different plantations along the way, it is a scenic route. You will have a game drive en route to the camp. Afternoon game drive is at 4p.m.
Overnight: Samburu Ashnil Camp/Elephant Bedroom Camp
Meals:Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner
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Day 6: Samburu – Full day
Spend this day with morning and afternoon game drives with the rest of the time spent at the camp. All meals are taken at the camp.
Optional activities: Cultural visit
Overnight: Samburu Ashnil Camp/Elephant Bedroom Camp
Meals:Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner
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Day 7. Samburu – Transfer to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Approx. 3 hrs
Have breakfast and depart for Sweetwaters to arrive before lunch time. After lunch, enjoy a private visit with the tame animals at the wildlife orphanage. You will also visit a Chimp sanctuary.
Optional activities - walking safaris escorted by a local ranger, bird watching, horseback riding and night game drives.
Overnight: Sweetwaters Serena/Jambo Mutara/Ol Pejeta Bush Camp
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner
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Day 8: Ol Pejeta – Transfer to Lake Naivasha, Approx. 4 hours
Have breakfast and immediately depart for Lake Naivasha to arrive by lunch time. Afternoon is spent with a boat ride to Crescent Island.
Overnight: Loldia House/Chui Lodge/Lake Naivasha Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 9: Lake Naivasha – Transfer to Maasai Mara, Approx. 5 hours
Have an early breakfast then depart for Maasai Mara to arrive for lunch at the camp. Have lunch then relax before an afternoon game drive at 4 o’clock.
Overnight: Zebra Plains or Basecamp/Sarova Mara Game Camp/Entim or Mara Bush Camp/Kichwa Tembo Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 10 & 11: Maasai Mara – Full day game drives
On these 2 days, have breakfast then depart for full-day game drives in search of the big five and many other wildlife. There will be picnic lunch along Mara River or a good spot chosen by your guide.
Alternatively, have morning and afternoon game drives with the rest of the day spent at the camp.
Optional activities: Hot air balloon, a visit to Maasai village & guided nature walks
Overnight: Zebra Plains or Basecamp/Sarova Mara Game Camp/Entim or Mara Bush Camp/Kichwa Tembo Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 12: Maasai Mara – Transfer to Nairobi, Approx. 5 hours
Have breakfast, then depart for Nairobi to arrive in time for lunch. After lunch be dropped off at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
