12 Days of Kenya Wildlife Safari

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This is a 12-day Kenyan safari, beginning with Amboseli, where the picturesque Mount Kilimanjaro serves as a breathtaking backdrop. Continue your adventure into Aberdares National Park, for unique wildlife and accommodations. Then, journey to Samburu National Reserve, known for its rugged landscapes and also has unique wildlife species such as the Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe. Relax in luxury lodges overlooking the Ewaso Nyiro River, indulging in thrilling game drives and cultural encounters with the Samburu people.

Next, explore the wonders of Sweetwaters Game Reserve, home to rescued chimpanzees at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Enjoy close encounters with these primates and other wildlife. Afterward, unwind by the tranquil shores of Lake Naivasha, a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Take a leisurely boat ride on the lake and explore the nearby Hell’s Gate National Park before retiring to your lakeside accommodation for the night.

Finally, conclude your safari adventure in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, where during the migration season, the Great Migration unfolds in all its glory. Witness the spectacle of vast savannahs teeming with wildebeest and predators during amazing game drives and optional hot-air balloon rides.

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Tour Plan

Day 1: Nairobi – Transfer to Amboseli (Approx. 4 hours)

You will be picked from your hotel at 7a.m and immediately depart for Amboseli to arrive by mid-morning. Afternoon game drive is at 3/4p.m. Overnight: Kibo/Ol Tukai or Serena Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Amboseli – Full day

Spend this day with a morning and afternoon game drives with the rest of the time spent in the camp. Alternatively, have an early morning game drive, then a picnic breakfast followed by another game drive till around 11a.m or noon when you head back to the lodge. Later have another game drive at 4p.m. Optional Activities – Balloon ride & Cultural tour Overnight: Kibo/Ol Tukai or Serena Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Amboseli – Transfer to Nairobi

Have early breakfast then depart for Nairobi. Arrive and visit David Sheldrick Eleohant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre. Have lunch then be dropped off at the hotel to relax. Overnight: Tamarind Tree/Nairobi Serena Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Nairobi – Transfer to Aberdares (Approx. 3 hours)

Have breakfast then depart for Aberdares at 9a.m. Arrive in Aberdares in time for lunch at Aberdares Country Club. Thereafter, you will have a joint game drive to The Ark lodge. The lodge has a deck where you can watch animals drinking water from the waterhole near it. Overnight: The Ark Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Aberdares – Transfer to Samburu (Approx. 5 hours)

Have breakfast then be transferred to the park’s gate where you will meet with your driver. Immediately depart for Samburu passing through the equator line to Samburu land. You will have a game drive en route to the camp. Afternoon game drive is at 4p.m. for 2 hours. Samburu Park has unique residents including the Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, Beisa Oryx and the Blue legged Somali Ostrich. Overnight: Samburu Ashnil/Elephant Bedroom Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Samburu – Full day

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in search of unique northern Kenya species. Much of the reserve consists of desert landscape; dusty red plains broken by thorny scrub, featuring dramatic views of table top Mt Ol Olokwe on the horizon. All meals are taken at the camp. Optional Activities – Cultural tour & A visit to Reteti Elephant Sanctuary Overnight: Samburu Ashnil/Elephant Bedroom Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Samburu – Transfer to Sweetwaters Game Sanctuary (Approx. 3 hrs)

Have breakfast and depart for Sweetwaters to arrive before lunch time. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive, observe chimps from the Jane Goodall Institute at the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and a visit to Rhino Sanctuary. Optional Activity – Night game drive Overnight: Pelican House or Sweetwaters Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Sweetwaters – Transfer to Lake Naivasha (Approx. 4 hours)

Have breakfast then depart for Lake Naivasha to arrive in time for lunch. Afternoon will be spent with a boat ride to Crescent Island for a guided walk. The boat ride will give one an opportunity to see hippos and a good number of birds. Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa/Chui Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Lake Naivasha – Transfer to Maasai Mara (Approx. 4-5 hours)

Have breakfast then transfer to Maasai Mara to arrive in time for lunch. The road to Mara is a scenic one; passing through valleys, plantations and small towns en route. Arrive in Maasai Mara in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive is at 3 or 4p.m. till 6p.m. Overnight: Basecamp or Zebra Plains/Sarova or Ashnil/Mara Bush Camp or Entim Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10 & 11: Maasai Mara – Full day

These 2 days will be spent with full-day game drive in search of the big five and many other wildlife that inhabits these beautiful savannah plains. There will be picnic lunch on the banks of Mara River or a good picnic site picked by the guide. Alternatively, have morning and afternoon game drives Optional activities: Hot air balloon, cultural tour, sundowner, bush meals and guided nature walks Overnight: Basecamp or Zebra Plains/Sarova or Ashnil/Mara Bush Camp or Entim Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Maasai Mara – Transfer to Nairobi (Approx. 5 hours)

Have breakfast then head to Nairobi. Have lunch and thereafter be dropped off at your hotel or airport. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.