In this tour we will cover the 5 most popular destinations in Kenya - Samburu (2 nights), Lake Nakuru National Park (1 night), Masai Mara National Reserve (3 nights), , Lake Naivasha (1 night) & Amboseli National Park (1 night). Tour starts and ends at Nairobi. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
Short Itinerary
Day 1 (Nov 01, 2024) - Nairobi to Samburu. Afternoon game drives in Samburu
Day 2 (Nov 02, 2024) - Full day game drives in Samburu
Day 3 (Nov 03, 2024) - Transfer to Lake Nakuru for afternoon game drives in Lake Nakuru
Day 4 (Nov 04, 2024) - Transfer to Masai Mara for afternoon game drives in Masai Mara
Day 5 (Nov 05, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 6 (Nov 06, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 7 (Nov 07, 2024) - Transfer from Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha for Boat ride and Walking tour in Crescent Island
Day 8 (Nov 08, 2024) - Transfer to Amboseli for afternoon game drives in Amboseli
Day 9 (Nov 09, 2024) - Morning game drives in Amboseli and transfer to Nairobi
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Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.
Ensuite Accommodation Packages
Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on Nov 01, 2024, in a group of two adults
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Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks.
You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.
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Option E1: $2,426 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $2,688 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Samburu Simba Lodge, Buffalo Springs
from Nov 01, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Buraha Zenoni Hotel - Deluxe Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 04, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Simba + Oryx Nature Camp, Masai Mara (Outside the Park)
from Nov 04, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Rossina Living, Lake Naivasha
from Nov 07, 2024 to Nov 08, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at AA Lodge, Amboseli - Tent, Amboseli (Outside the Park)
from Nov 08, 2024 to Nov 09, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E2: $2,682 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $2,944 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Samburu Simba Lodge, Buffalo Springs
from Nov 01, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ziwa Bush Lodge - Executive Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 04, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at PrideInn Mara Camp & Cottages - Savannah Tents, Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
from Nov 04, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Muthu Lake Naivasha Country Club - Standard Room, Lake Naivasha
from Nov 07, 2024 to Nov 08, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sentrim Amboseli Camp, Amboseli (Outside the Park)
from Nov 08, 2024 to Nov 09, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E3: $3,074 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $3,336 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Ashnil Samburu Camp, Buffalo Springs
from Nov 01, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 04, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Zebra River Camp - River Facing Tents, Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
from Nov 04, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge, Lake Naivasha
from Nov 07, 2024 to Nov 08, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, Amboseli (Within the Park)
from Nov 08, 2024 to Nov 09, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E4: $3,878 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $4,140 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Elephant Bedroom Camp - Luxury Tents, Samburu
from Nov 01, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge - Standard Room, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 04, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ilora Retreats, Masai Mara (Within the Park)
from Nov 04, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Enashipai Resort and Spa, Lake Naivasha
from Nov 07, 2024 to Nov 08, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Tulia Amboseli Safari Camp - Mountainview Deluxe Safari Tent W/Plunge Pool, Amboseli (Outside the Park)
from Nov 08, 2024 to Nov 09, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E5: $6,396 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $6,658 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sasaab Samburu, Samburu
from Nov 01, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 04, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Entim Mara - Main Camp, Masai Mara (Within the Park)
from Nov 04, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Chui Lodge - Standard Room, Lake Naivasha
from Nov 07, 2024 to Nov 08, 2024 [All Inclusive]
- Stay at Elephant Gorge Camp - Standard Room, Amboseli (Outside the Park)
from Nov 08, 2024 to Nov 09, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E6: $8,824 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $9,086 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sasaab Samburu, Samburu
from Nov 01, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 04, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Bateleur Camp - Tented Suite, Masai Mara (Outside the Park)
from Nov 04, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Loldia House, Lake Naivasha
from Nov 07, 2024 to Nov 08, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Elephant Gorge Camp - Deluxe Suite, Amboseli (Outside the Park)
from Nov 08, 2024 to Nov 09, 2024 [Full Board]
A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Nairobi to Samburu
Your tour starts with pick up at 7:00 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Airport and drive to Samburu. This drive will take about 6 to 7 hours with diverse views ranging from the raw country side, the central highlands of Kenya, the equator line and views of Mt Kenya. Arrive in Samburu by lunch time and check into your lodge/camp, have a hot lunch and then depart for an afternoon game drive. After the game drive, we head back to lodge/camp to reach by around 5:30 or 6:00 PM, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared Dinner. Overnight at your lodge.
Note: Samburu eco system consists of 3 national reserves. Samburu National reserve, Buffalo springs National reserve, Shaba National reserve. Entry fees is common for Buffalo springs and Shaba but it is different for Samburu. If your accommodation is in Samburu, your game drives are included in Samburu. If you are accommodation is in Buffalo springs or Shaba, your game drives are included in Buffalo springs + Shaba. In case, your accommodation is in Buffalo springs or Shaba and if you wish to enter Samburu reserve, park fees of USD 80 per adult and USD 45 per child applies.
Day 2 - Samburu
We depart at 6:30 AM after breakfast on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness a hunt/kill). Later around 10:30 AM, return to accommodation for a break and relax for a bit and after lunch, depart on an afternoon game drivearound 3:00 PM till around 6:00 PM. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3 - Samburu to Lake Nakuru
After breakfast checkout and depart to Lake Nakuru National Park which is about 5 hours drive from Samburu. Check into your lodge at Nakuru, have lunch and depart for afternoon game drives. After game drives till around 6:00 PM, we proceed to your camp/lodge for a freshly prepared dinner. Overnight stay at your Camp/Lodge.
Day 4 - Nakuru to Masai Mara
We start around 7:30 AM from your Nakuru lodge and drive to Masai Mara. This drive will take about 5 to 6 hours. Arrive in Masai Mara shortly after noon and check into your lodge/camp, have hot lunch and then depart for an afternoon game drive. After the game drive, we head back to lodge/camp to reach by around 5:30 or 6:00 PM, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared Dinner. Overnight at your lodge.
Note: The last 1-hour drive to Masai Mara is on the corrugated and bumpy road and may not be comfortable for clients with back problems. Clients with back problems can consider flying directly to (and out of) Masai Mara.
Day 5, Day 6 - Masai Mara
Today's itinerary is flexible and you can discuss with your guide on the previous evening and plan for today's schedule. You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to lodge late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness hunt/kill). Later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. you will stop at a picnic spot for having packed lunch and later depart on a game drive till the park is closed. Around 6:00 PM return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7 - Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast checkout and Depart to Lake Naivasha which is about 5 hours drive.
Check-in to your camp/lodge and then proceed for Boat Ride to Crescent Island where you will be doing a nature walk next to zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, waterbucks, antelopes and many types of birds. Return back to your camp/lodges in Naivasha for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8 - Lake Naivasha to Amboseli
You can have an early breakfast and check out from your accommodation and start your drive to Amboseli National Park. The drive usually takes around 5.5 hours. Arrive at Amboseli National Park by noon and enjoy lunch at the Lodge. Post which you can embark on an afternoon game drive to explore the park and see its wildlife, including the famous elephants of Amboseli. After a stunning game drive, you can head back to your accommodation and enjoy dinner at your lodge or camp and unwind after the drive.
Day 9 - Amboseli to Nairobi
Wake up early in the morning and proceed to Amboseli for game drives around 6:15 AM. Continue with game drives till around 9:00 AM and then head back to camp for breakfast. After breakfast, check out from camp and proceed to Nairobi to reach by around 3:00 PM.
Stay Locations
Day 1 - Samburu or Buffalo Springs or Shaba Game Reserve
Day 2 - Samburu or Buffalo Springs or Shaba Game Reserve
Day 3 - Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) or Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
Day 4 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 5 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 6 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 7 - Lake Naivasha
Day 8 - Amboseli (Within the Park) or Amboseli (Outside the Park)
Maps
Pre & Post Tour Hotels
Nairobi is the base for safari tours in Kenya. If you need accommodation in Nairobi before/after your safari tour, you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below (Prices are per person).
Single room:
- 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 71 per person
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 115 per person
- The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 144 per person
- Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 168 per person
- Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 299 per person
Double sharing room:
- 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 43 per person
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69 per person
- The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 84 per person
- Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 95 per person
- Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 175 per person
Triple sharing room:
- 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 32 per person
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69 per person
- The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 72 per person
- Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 79 per person
- Fairmont the Norfolk - Deluxe Room - USD 143 per person
All of the above prices are on per person per night on bed and breakfast basis. More hotel options can be shared upon request.
Transfers
This tour starts from Nairobi. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the nearest international airport and Wilson Airport (WIL) is the nearest domestic airport.
Airport Pickup/Drop
Pickup or drop off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Pickup or drop off at Wilson Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Airport to Hotel transfers
Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Wilson Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Wilson Airport or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Meals
Day 1 (Nov 01, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 (Nov 02, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 (Nov 03, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 (Nov 04, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 (Nov 05, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 (Nov 06, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 (Nov 07, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8 (Nov 08, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9 (Nov 09, 2024) - Breakfast & Lunch
Drive Times
Day 1 - Nairobi to Samburu takes about 6 to 7 hours (315 km)
Day 3 - Samburu to Lake Nakuru takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (295 km)
Day 4 - Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km)
Day 7 - Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha takes about 4.5 to 5.5 hours (232 km)
Day 8 - Lake Naivasha to Amboseli takes about 6 to 6.5 hours (313 km)
Day 9 - Amboseli to Nairobi takes about 4 to 4.5 hours (216 km)
Note 1: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.
Inclusions
Meals as per itinerary.
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
Daily game drives while on Safari.
A professional driver/guide.
All Taxes and VAT.
4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.
Exclusions
International flights.
Tips (Tipping guidelines).
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Addons
Add-on tours in Samburu
Samburu Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
Add-on tours in Lake Nakuru
Boat Ride (upto 3 hours): USD 110 per adult/USD 60 per child
Add-on tours in Masai Mara
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): USD 485 per person for adult/USD 335 per child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
Sundowner: USD 35-60 per person depending on hotel
Add-on tours in Hell's Gate National Park, Naivasha
Hell's Gate National Park fees: USD 30 per adult/USD 20 per child
Biking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 30 per adults/USD 30 per child
Walking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 25 upto 4 pax
Add-on tours in Sanctuary Farm, Naivasha
Horse Riding (for 1 hour): USD 50 per adult/USD 45 per child
Horse Riding (for 2 hours): USD 80 per adults/USD 75 per child
Add-on tours in Mt. Longonot National Park, Naivasha
Mt. Longonot Hike (upto 5 hours): USD 40 per adult/USD 30 per child
Add-on tours in Amboseli
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): USD 450 per person for adult/USD 350 per child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
Please note that children's rates are applicable to specific age groups. For details on child policies for each activity, please contact us directly.
In this tour we will cover the 5 most popular destinations in Kenya - Samburu (2 nights), Lake Nakuru National Park (1 night), Masai Mara National Reserve (3 nights), , Lake Naivasha (1 night) & Amboseli National Park (1 night). Tour starts and ends at Nairobi. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
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Our minimum requirement for operation is only one client. So we can offer the tour any day of the year for you
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