7 Nights / 8 Days
7 Nights / 8 Days Magical Kenya Explorer
Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi, visit the Giraffe Centre, and enjoy local shopping.
Day 2-3: Travel to Amboseli National Park for game drives and a visit to a Maasai village.
Day 4: Explore Lake Naivasha with a boat ride and visit Crescent Island.
Day 5: Visit Lake Nakuru for birdwatching and wildlife viewing, including rhinos.
Day 6-7: Head to Maasai Mara for game drives and a Maasai village experience.
Day 8: Return to Nairobi for departure.
Arrival: Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Morning: After check-in and refreshment, visit the Giraffe Centre for a memorable experience feeding the endangered Rothschild giraffes and learning about their conservation efforts.
Afternoon: Enjoy local shopping at Nairobi’s famous markets and malls, where you can buy traditional crafts, Maasai beadwork, and souvenirs.
Evening: Relax at your hotel and prepare for your exciting adventure ahead.
Morning: After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park (4-hour drive), famous for its stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and large herds of elephants.
Afternoon: Arrive in Amboseli and enjoy a game drive across the park’s varied ecosystems, where you can spot the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos), as well as giraffes, zebras, and cheetahs.
Evening: Visit a Maasai village to experience Maasai culture, including traditional dances, songs, and insights into their way of life.
Overnight: Stay in a lodge within Amboseli, offering spectacular views of the park and Kilimanjaro.
Morning: Start your day with a sunrise game drive through Amboseli. The early morning light offers excellent opportunities for photography, particularly of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background.
Midday: Stop for a picnic or enjoy a relaxing break at your lodge, soaking in the beautiful views and nature around you.
Afternoon: Continue your game drive, exploring different parts of the park. Spot more wildlife and visit the Observation Hill for panoramic views of Amboseli’s vast savannah and its large wildlife population.
Evening: Return to your lodge for dinner and unwind under the stars.
Morning: After breakfast, travel to Lake Naivasha (approximately 5-hour drive), known for its serene beauty and rich birdlife.
Afternoon: Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, observing the numerous species of birds, including flamingos, pelicans, and kingfishers. You’ll also have the chance to spot hippos and giraffes along the shores.
Late Afternoon: Visit Crescent Island, a private game sanctuary on the lake, where you can enjoy a nature walk or bike ride among free-roaming wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, and antelopes.
Overnight: Stay at a lakeside lodge or camp with stunning views of the lake and surrounding landscape.
Morning: After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park (1.5-hour drive). The park is famous for its stunning flamingo populations, both lesser and greater flamingos, that flock around the lake.
Midday: Explore the park’s rhino sanctuary, where you may spot both black and white rhinos. The park also has abundant wildlife, including giraffes, buffaloes, baboons, and lions.
Afternoon: Enjoy game drives around the park, visit Baboon Cliff for scenic views of the lake, and discover the rich flora and fauna of the area.
Evening: Return to your lodge for relaxation and dinner.
Morning: After breakfast, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve (approximately 5-6 hours). The Mara is world-renowned for its wildlife, particularly during the Great Migration when millions of wildebeest and zebras traverse the plains.
Afternoon: Arrive in Maasai Mara, check-in at your lodge, and embark on your first game drive across the vast plains, spotting lions, cheetahs, and wildebeests, among other wildlife.
Evening: Visit a Maasai village to learn about the culture and traditions of the Maasai people, and enjoy a traditional dance performance.
Overnight: Stay in a luxury tented camp or lodge with stunning views of the Mara.
Morning: Rise early for a sunrise game drive. The Mara is home to incredible predators, and the early morning hours are perfect for spotting them in action. You may witness lions on the prowl or cheetahs hunting.
Midday: Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park surrounded by the stunning African landscape.
Afternoon: Continue exploring the Mara’s diverse habitats, from open savannahs to riverine woodlands. Spot elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, and various bird species, including the rare Secretary bird.
Optional: For a truly unforgettable experience, take a hot air balloon safari at dawn for breathtaking aerial views of the Mara landscape.
Evening: Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening and a sumptuous dinner.
Morning: Enjoy a final morning game drive in Maasai Mara, capturing the last glimpses of the park’s incredible wildlife.
Late Morning: After breakfast, check out and begin the journey back to Nairobi (5-6 hours by road). Alternatively, take a short flight from Maasai Mara to Nairobi for a quicker return.
Afternoon: Depending on your flight time, you may have the opportunity for last-minute shopping in Nairobi or relax in one of the city’s cafes.
Evening: Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight home.
City | Hotel Name | Star Rating |
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Nairobi | Lotos Inn or any similar Hotel | |
Maasai Mara | Sentirm or any similar Hotel | |
Naivasha | Muthu or any similar Hotel | |
Maasai Mara | Sopa or any similar Hotel |
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