Itinerary
- Day 1
Nairobi
Start your time in Nairobi by heading to the Giraffe Centre where you'll get close to Rothschild's giraffes and learn about the conservation efforts protecting them. Later, move on to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage to see rescued baby elephants and understand the work being done to care for them. In the afternoon, check out the Karen Blixen Museum for a look at Kenya's colonial history and literary heritage. Finish the day at Bomas of Kenya to see traditional Kenyan culture, architecture, and crafts from different ethnic groups across the country.
- Start point
- Nairobi, Kenya (Accommodation/Airport in Nairobi)
Optional Activities
- Visit the Giraffe Centre
- Visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
- Visit the Karen Blixen Museum
- Visit Bomas of Kenya
Landmarks Giraffe Centre David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Karen Blixen Museum Bomas of Kenya - Day 2
Nairobi to Samburu
After breakfast, you'll drive through the bushveld heading toward Samburu Area, pulling in around mid-afternoon. Once you check in at Larsens Camp, grab lunch and take time to freshen up before the evening activity. Later on, join a 2 to 3 hour game drive through Samburu National Reserve where you can spot wildlife in their natural setting. Head back to camp as the sun sets and have dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Game drive in Samburu National Reserve
Landmarks Samburu National Reserve - Day 3
Samburu
Get an early start for a morning game drive searching for the Big Three (lions, cheetahs, leopards) along with other mammals roaming the reserve. By mid-morning, return to camp and rest during the heat of the day. When temperatures cool down in late afternoon, head back out for an evening game drive focused on nocturnal animals so you can see how wildlife behaves after dark.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in Samburu National Reserve
- Evening game drive in Samburu National Reserve
Landmarks Samburu National Reserve - Day 4
Samburu to Aberdare
Check out of Larsens Camp and make the scenic transfer to Sandai Guest Cottages in the Aberdare area, arriving for lunch. After eating and cleaning up, settle into your new base. As evening approaches, take a game drive through Solio Ranch hunting for the Big Five, wild dogs, various predators, and bird species before returning for dinner and the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Game drive at Solio Ranch
Landmarks Solio Ranch - Day 5
Aberdare
The day at Sandai Guest Cottages is yours to relax without set activities. If you want to be more active, guided walks through the landscape or horseback riding are available to explore the Aberdare area at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walk at Sandai Guest Cottages
- Horseback riding at Sandai Guest Cottages
Landmarks Aberdare National Park - Day 6
Aberdare to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, transfer to Lake Naivasha and climb aboard a boat for a ride on the water where you'll catch views of hippos and other wildlife. Following the boat ride, head to Crescent Island Game Park for a walking safari that gets you on foot among animals in their habitat, offering a different kind of wildlife encounter than vehicle-based drives.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Boat ride at Lake Naivasha
- Walking safari at Crescent Island Game Park
Landmarks Lake Naivasha Crescent Island Game Park - Day 7
Lake Naivasha to Maji Moto
Leave Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort and travel to Maji Moto Maasai Cultural Camp for the next part of your journey. The transfer gives you time to rest and think back on what you've seen so far during your time in the reserves and parks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 8
Maji Moto
Take a guided walk into Loita Hills with your guide to explore the surrounding terrain and meet Maasai people going about their daily routines. This gives you a real sense of local life and traditions. During the day, join a walking safari to see wildlife up close on foot. As the sun sets, gather around the campfire for stories and songs performed by Maasai warriors, creating a memorable evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walk at Loita Hills
- Meeting with Maasai tribesmen and women
- Walking safari
- Campfire with Maasai warriors
Landmarks Loita Hills - Day 9
Maji Moto to Masai Mara
Transfer from Maji Moto Cultural Camp to Mara Bush Camp, which sits in one of the best spots for seeing the Big Five and other wildlife. Once you arrive and check in, head out for an evening game drive across the savannah to start spotting animals as the light fades.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Evening game drive in Masai Mara Game Reserve
Landmarks Masai Mara Game Reserve - Day 10
Masai Mara
Start early with a morning safari led by an experienced guide through Masai Mara Game Reserve where you'll look for the Big Five (African elephant, Cape buffalo, rhino, leopard, lion) and other animals like hyenas, gazelles, impalas, giraffes, and zebras. Break for lunch back at the lodge, then head out again in the afternoon to hunt for harder-to-spot animals like leopards near waterholes. Return for dinner as the day ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in Masai Mara Game Reserve
- Afternoon game drive in Masai Mara Game Reserve
Landmarks Masai Mara Game Reserve - Day 11
Masai Mara to Nairobi
After breakfast, begin your transfer back to Nairobi, taking time to reflect on everything you've seen and experienced throughout the safari. You'll be dropped at the airport or your hotel in the city. Tour services end here.
- End point
- Nairobi, Kenya (Accommodation/Airport in Nairobi)
- Meals
- Breakfast
