Best of Kenya Safari – 9 Days, 8 Nights
Duration
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This 9-day safari takes you deep into Kenya’s most famous parks and reserves, offering an unmatched wildlife experience. From Amboseli’s towering elephants to the rare species of Samburu, and from Lake Nakuru’s bird paradise to the rolling plains of the Maasai Mara, this adventure is designed for wildlife lovers, photographers, and nature enthusiasts.
Start & End Point: Nairobi (Hotel/Airport)
Best Time to Visit: June – October (Great Migration), December – March (Best Wildlife Viewing)
Included/Exclude
- Pickup & drop-off in Nairobi
- 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing
- 8 nights accommodation in mid-range lodges (luxury upgrades available)
- Full-board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Unlimited game drives with a professional guide
- Park entrance fees & government taxes
- Bottled water during game drives
- International flights
- Hot Air Balloon Safari ($550 per person – optional)
- Tips for guides & lodge staff
- Personal expenses & travel insurance
Tour Plan
Your adventure begins with pickup from Nairobi Airport or your hotel, followed by a scenic drive to Amboseli National Park.
Nestled at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and stunning landscapes. Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge, followed by your first game drive in the late afternoon.
Possible Sightings: Large elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Half Board (Lunch, Dinner)
Spend the day exploring Amboseli’s diverse landscapes, from open plains and swamps to acacia woodlands.
- Morning & afternoon game drives
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro
- Spot Amboseli’s famous big tusker elephants
- Birdwatching – over 400 species, including kingfishers & eagles
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, drive towards the Aberdare National Park, a lush, forested highland area teeming with wildlife.
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at Aberdare Country Club, then embark on an afternoon game drive. Look out for rare species such as the elusive bongo, golden cat, and giant forest hog.
Accommodation: Ark Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Begin the day with a morning game drive, then drive north to Samburu National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an evening game drive.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Explore the rugged, semi-arid beauty of Samburu, home to some of Kenya’s most unique wildlife species, known as the Samburu Special Five:
- Grevy’s zebra (larger & rarer than common zebras)
- Reticulated giraffe (distinctive, geometric-patterned coat)
- Beisa oryx (long-horned antelope)
- Gerenuk (long-necked gazelle that stands on hind legs)
- Somali ostrich (blue-skinned ostrich)
You’ll also have the opportunity to visit a Samburu community, experiencing their rich traditions, dances, and culture.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Depart Samburu in the morning, stopping at Nyahururu Waterfalls before arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park.
This bird lover’s paradise is home to flamingos, pelicans, and over 400 bird species. It is also one of the best places in Kenya to see both black & white rhinos.
Wildlife Highlights: Rhinos, lions, leopards, giraffes, waterbucks, baboons
Accommodation: Waterbuck Hotel (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, drive to Maasai Mara, Kenya’s crown jewel of safari destinations.
On arrival, check in to your lodge, then embark on a thrilling evening game drive to catch the Big Five in action.
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Spend the day exploring the vast Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife reserves.
- Morning & evening game drives
- Spot the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhino, elephant & buffal
- (July – October) Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration
- Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari ($550 per person)
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
