Day 1. Arrival in Nairobi
Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be warmly welcomed by our friendly driver-guide, who will be waiting to meet you and assist with your transfer to your accommodation.
Once you arrive at your hotel, you can settle in, relax, and enjoy some well-deserved time to unwind after your journey. Your overnight stay will be on a bed-and-breakfast basis, giving you a comfortable start to your Kenyan adventure.
Day 2. Nairobi – Free day in Nairobi – on bed and breakfast
Day 3. Nairobi – Activities
- Game drive at Nairobi National Park
- Elephant Sheldrick Orphanage
- Visit Giraffe Centre
- Lunch (own cost)
- Overnight stay in Nairobi on bed and breakfast basis
Masai Mara Game Reserve- Overview-
The Masai Mara Game Reserve, located in Narok County, Kenya, is a world-renowned wildlife sanctuary. It spans approximately 1,510 square kilometers and is contiguous with Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. The reserve is named after the Maasai people, the indigenous inhabitants of the area, and the Mara River, which runs through it.
The Masai Mara is famous for its incredible biodiversity, including the “Big Five”—African elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, and rhinoceros. It also hosts the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross the Mara River in search of greener pastures and mating, typically occurring between July and October. The landscape features vast grasslands, rolling hills, and riverine forests, offering breathtaking views and excellent opportunities for wildlife photography.
Visitors can enjoy guided game drives, walking safaris, hot air balloon rides, and cultural experiences with the Maasai people. The reserve is a top destination for nature enthusiasts and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.
Day 4. Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve
Our driver-guide will pick you up from Holiday Inn Two Rivers after breakfast at 7:30 am and depart for the Masai Mara. Along the way, you will stop at the Great Rift Valley escarpment for photos and a short 5–10-minute bathroom break, followed by another stop in Narok Town. You will then continue to the Masai Mara game reserve for check-in at your accommodation and enjoy freshly prepared hot lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive starting at 3:00 pm and lasting until sunset. Afterwards, return to the camp for dinner and a relaxing bonfire and overnight stay.
Day 5: Full Day Masai Mara Game Reserve
You have three options for the day:
Option 1. Morning and afternoon game drives with a lunch break in between.
Option 2️. Full-day game drives (you will carry a packed lunch).
Option 3️. Hot Air Balloon Safari (extra cost of USD 460 per person). This includes a celebratory champagne bush breakfast at the landing site. You will enjoy a delicious sit-down breakfast with waiting staff, featuring a full hot breakfast and chilled sparkling wine or champagne. After breakfast, you will continue with the game drive.
In the afternoon, you’ll return to your lodge/camp for lunch, followed by a game drive at 3:00 PM. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6. Full Day Masai Mara Game Reserve
Enjoy an early morning game drive from 6:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., the best time to witness the African wilderness come alive as wildlife is most active during the cooler hours of the day. Return to the camp for a hearty breakfast and spend the rest of the morning relaxing and enjoying the camp’s facilities.
After lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive in search of the diverse wildlife that inhabits the reserve. Later, visit a local Maasai community for an authentic cultural experience. Interact with the Maasai people, learn about their traditions and way of life, enjoy their traditional songs and dances, and browse a selection of handcrafted ornaments and souvenirs made by local artisans.
Return to you accommodation in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 7. Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
Enjoy early breakfast before checking out of the camp. Thereafter, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoying the scenic landscapes and picturesque views along the way.
Upon arrival, you will check in at your accommodation and enjoy a delicious lunch. After lunch, take some time to relax and enjoy the lodge’s facilities while taking in the beautiful surroundings.
At 3:30 PM, set out on an exciting afternoon game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its diverse wildlife, including rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and a variety of bird species. The game drive will continue until sunset, offering excellent wildlife-viewing and photography opportunities.
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner, followed by an overnight.
Day 8. Lake Nakuru – Mount Kenya
After breakfast, you will check out of the lodge and depart for the renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy. En route, you will make a stop at the spectacular Thomson Falls, where you can admire the impressive 42-meter waterfall, take photographs, and enjoy the scenic surroundings before continuing your journey.
You will arrive at your accommodation for lunch and check in.
In the afternoon, you will visit the Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre located within Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club. The Centre is dedicated to the rescue, care, and rehabilitation of orphaned, injured, and distressed wildlife, providing these animals with a second chance at life.
During your visit, you will learn about the Centre’s conservation efforts and the important role it plays in wildlife protection. The facility offers safe shelter, expert veterinary care, and specialized rehabilitation programs designed to restore the animals to full health. Whenever possible, the ultimate goal is to successfully reintroduce these animals back into their natural habitats, where they can thrive in the wild once again.
Day 9. Mount Kenya to Olpajeta Conservancy – Mount Kenya
After breakfast you will drive to Ol-Pejeta conservancy approximately 30 minutes, on arrival you will visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only place in Kenya dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned and abused chimpanzees. You will also have the opportunity to visit the world’s last two remaining Northern White Rhinos, Najin and Fatu, at an additional cost of USD 70 per person.
Enjoy lunch at Serena Sweetwaters camp and later, embark on an exciting game drive through Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to an abundance of wildlife, including the endangered Black Rhino and Southern White Rhino, as well as numerous other animal species. The conservancy is renowned for its outstanding conservation efforts and diverse wildlife experiences.
Exit the Park at 5.30pm and drive to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay
Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a leading private wildlife conservancy located in central Kenya between the foothills of Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Range. It is renowned for its conservation efforts and is home to the world’s last two remaining northern white rhinos, as well as the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa. Visitors can enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing, including the Big Five, chimpanzees, and a variety of other species while supporting important conservation initiatives.
Day 10. Mount Kenya – Samburu National Reserve
After a leisurely breakfast, you will check out and drive to Samburu National Park approximately 3 hours’ drive. Arrive in Samburu and check in at your accommodation, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch. Absorb the surrounding of the beautiful camp before your afternoon game drive from 4.00pm until sunset. Later drive back for dinner and overnight stay.
Samburu National Reserve is a unique wildlife conservation area located in northern Kenya along the banks of the Ewaso Ng’iro River. Known for its semi-arid landscapes, the reserve offers excellent game-viewing opportunities and is home to rare wildlife species collectively known as the “Samburu Special Five”: the Grevy’s zebra, Reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and Gerenuk. Visitors can also see elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and a rich variety of birdlife. The reserve provides an authentic safari experience combined with opportunities to learn about the culture of the local Samburu people.
Day 11. Full Day at Samburu National Reserve
Rise early for a pre-breakfast game drive starting at 6:00 AM, when wildlife is most active in their natural habitat. This is an excellent opportunity to witness predators returning from their nocturnal hunts and herbivores beginning their day. After the game drive, return to the camp for a hearty breakfast.
Following breakfast, embark on a cultural visit to a local Samburu community, where you will gain insight into the traditions, customs, and daily lifestyle of the Samburu people. During the visit, community members will demonstrate traditional skills, including how fire is made using stones, the art of blacksmithing, and the preparation of traditional herbal medicines. This immersive experience offers a unique opportunity to interact with the local people and learn about their rich cultural heritage.
Thereafter, return to your accommodation for lunch.
Spend the early afternoon at leisure, relaxing and enjoying the camp’s tranquil surroundings before heading out for an afternoon game drive at 4:00 PM. Explore the reserve as the temperatures cool and wildlife becomes more active, with the game drive continuing until sunset.
Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner, followed by an overnight.
Day 12. Samburu National Reserve – Nairobi
After breakfast, check out of your accommodation and begin your scenic journey to Nairobi. Enjoy the beautiful Kenyan landscapes and countryside views as you make your way back to the capital. Upon arrival in Nairobi, your driver-guide will drop you off at your preferred hotel or at the airport, marking the end of your memorable safari experience.
