- 15 days | 14 nights
- Kenya & Tanzania
Highlights
- Witness the abundant wildlife and wildebeest migration in Masai Mara and the Serengeti
- Meet the local Samburu and Maasai tribes on local village visits
- Search for the “Samburu Special Five,” the rare wildlife of Samburu National Reserve
- Meander through Amboseli National Park on game drives with views of Mt. Kilimanjaro
- Experience firsthand the beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater
- Explore the bustling culture and conservation projects of Nairobi
Destinations
DAY 1-2: Nairobi
DAY 3-4: Amboseli National Park
DAY 5-6: Ngorongoro
DAY 7-9: Serengeti
DAY 10-12: Masai Mara
DAY 13-14: Samburu
DAY 15: Nairobi
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Kenya
- NAIROBI
Welcome to Kenya! On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
ACCOMMODATIONS: House of Waine, Karen Gables House, Villa Rosa Kempinski, Hemingways Nairobi, Giraffe Manor
Day 2: Exploring Nairobi
- NAIROBI
Spend the day exploring Nairobi–you’ll visit the elephant nursery at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, hand-feed giraffes at the Giraffe Center, and take in local culture and history. If you’re ready to explore the wilderness, set out on an afternoon game drive in Nairobi National Park.
ACCOMMODATIONS: House of Waine, Karen Gables House, Villa Rosa Kempinski, Hemingways Nairobi, Giraffe Manor
Day 3-4: Views of Mt. Kilimanjaro
- AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
Transfer to Amboseli National Park by road or light aircraft, arriving for an afternoon game drive in the park.
The following day, set out in search of the wildlife and spectacular elephant herds that Amboseli is best known for.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Tawi Lodge, Elewana Tortilis
Day 5-6: Exploring Ngorongoro
- AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK & NGORONGORO
Today takes you across the border to Tanzania. In the morning, set out by road for the border, crossing over to meet your Tanzania guide. Stop for lunch in Arusha before continuing on to Ngorongoro, arriving in the afternoon to relax and enjoy the lodge.
The following day, head out on a game drive along the Crater Floor. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest caldera and home to the work’s highest concentration of year-round resident wildlife.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Gibb’s Farm, Kitela Lodge, Plantation Lodge, The Retreat at Ngorongoro, Sanctuary Ngorongoro, Lemala Ngorongoro, andBeyond Crater Lodge
Day 7-9: The Serengeti's Endless Plains
- SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Transfer by road or light aircraft to the Serengeti, where the endless plains and spectacular wildlife viewing await you. Our recommendations on where to stay will vary depending on the time of year and what wildlife you hope to see, with the wildebeest migration often being a main draw for travelers to the region.
Spend these days wildlife viewing on game drives, with an optional hot air balloon safari highly recommended at sunrise over the savanna.
ACCOMMODATIONS: varied depending on region
Day 10-12: Exploring Masai Mara
- MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Your journey brings you full circle back to Kenya, connecting to the Masai Mara by a combination of road transfers and light aircraft. Once in the Mara, you’ll have time to explore the wilderness of this iconic reserve or the surrounding conservancies on game drives, with a nature walk and Maasai village visit recommended as well.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Mara Expedition Camp, Mahali Mzuri, JW Marriott Masai Mara, Sanctuary Olonana, Bateuleur Camp, Sand River Masai Mara, or others
Day 13-14: The Samburu Special Five
- SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
Your final stop in the wilderness of Kenya is Samburu National Reserve, home to a unique array of wildlife including the Samburu Special Five. Transfer by light aircraft from Mara to Samburu. Here, you’ll explore the area on game drives, with the option of visiting with the Samburu tribe as well. Consider bringing your journey to a close with a bush dinner or sundowners from the lodge.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Elephant Bedroom, Saruni Samburu, Sasaab
Day 15: Departure
- NAIROBI
Return to Nairobi by light aircraft, transferring to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in time for your international outbound flight.
How It Works
1. Share Your Inspiration
We’ll listen to your aspirations and discuss the experiences that will meet your travel needs.
2. We'll Plan & Fine-Tune
We’ll put our knowledge of the region to work and create a personalized safari for you.
3. Reserve Your Safari
When you’re ready to book, we’ll handle the details of reserving everything for your trip.
