Your itinerary
Day 1
Adventure starts in Nairobi
Begin your adventure in Nairobi, the capital and largest city in Kenya.Many flights arrive late at night, so there are no activities planned today and our welcome briefing will take place tomorrow.If you do arrive earlier, the Nextgen shopping mall is next door to our hotel, which has a money exchange store and ATMs should you wish to exchange or withdraw money.Want more time in Nairobi? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.
Day 2
To Amboseli National Park • Afternoon game drive
After breakfast, say hi to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.We begin our transfer (4hr 30min) to Amboseli National Park, with comfort stops along the way. Our journey takes us via the Athi-Kapiti plains. At the town of Sultan Hamud, we leave the paved road and turn south towards Amboseli. If the weather is clear, we should get good views of the Chyulu Hills to our left and Mount Kilimanjaro in front. We should also start to see many types of antelope, zebra and possibly giraffes. Also look out for the Maasai in their red shuka robes herding cattle and goats on the dusty plains.We have lunch on arrival at the lodge, then a little time to relax and explore the grounds, before an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is known as the home of the African elephant, but is also populated by leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, lions and crocodiles, plus more than 400 bird species. The setting is spectacular too with several different habitats, including the dried-out Lake Amboseli and savannah, plus Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.After our exploration, we return to the lodge, where you can head to Hemingway’s Bar for uninterrupted views of the tallest mountain in Africa and a chance to reminisce on our first safari together.Upgrade to a suite today – speak to your sales representative for more details
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 3
Two more game drives in Amboseli
Our wildlife-watching adventure in Amboseli continues today with two game drives, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. A second day in the park gives us time to explore areas not visited yesterday. We have lunch at a special site called Rocky Hill, which is run exclusively for guests of Amboseli Sopa Lodge. A second day here also significantly increases your chances of seeing some of the iconic animals.Upgrade to a suite today – speak to your sales representative for more details
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 4
To Lake Naivasha via the Carnivore Restaurant in Nairobi
Bid farewell to Amboseli after breakfast and transfer to Lake Naivasha. After four hours or so, we stop at the Carnivore Restaurant in Nairobi for lunch, where the chefs roast meats on traditional Maasai swords over a grand charcoal pit.Once you’ve had your fill, we transfer (two hours) to Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge, arriving around 5pm. Enjoy an evening stroll along the lakeshore gardens before sundown and dinner.Upgrade to a suite today – speak to your sales representative for more details
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 5
Lake safari • Explore a national park
Rise early for breakfast, then transfer to the lake for a one-hour boat safari. If we’re lucky, we will spot the resident hippo population, plus the majestic African fish eagle swooping from the trees. The safari adventure continues after, as we transfer (1hr 30min) to Lake Nakuru National Park, where we embark on a game drive upon arrival. The wildlife here is plentiful, including rhinos, hippos, giraffes, buffalo and abundant birdlife. We have lunch at our lodge for tonight, followed by another game drive, allowing us to further explore this haven for wildlife.Upgrade to a suite today – speak to your sales representative for more details2027 itinerary: Begin with a scenic boat trip on Lake Naivasha, spotting hippos and fish eagles. Return for lunch, then visit Hell’s Gate National Park for a guided gorge walk through volcanic landscapes before returning for dinner at the lodge.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 6
To Masai Mara National Reserve • Afternoon game drive
Transfer (four hours) to the Masai Mara National Reserve after breakfast, regarded by many as Africa’s finest game park.After lunch at our lodge, we embark on our first game drive across the savannah, looking out for the abundant wildlife, which includes lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards and buffalo.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 7
Second day in the Masai Mara
We head back into the Masai Mara today, enjoying two game drives, one in the morning and another in the afternoon. Our second day lets us explore different sections of the park.On one game drive, we can visit a Maasai village (US$30, payable locally) for a glimpse into the life of this famous tribe. During the experience, we meet a village elder and are introduced to the rest of the villagers. We can also see traditional dwellings, watch cultural demonstrations and participate in an adumu, where dancers jump several feet high. You can also purchase traditional crafts.In the evening, we gather for one final dinner, an excellent chance to reminisce about our adventures together.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 8
Depart Masai Mara • To Nairobi
Bid the Masai Mara farewell after breakfast. We then transfer (4hr 45min) to Nairobi, enjoying good views of the Rift Valley Escarpment on the way back. In Nairobi we arrive at the Eka Hotel, where day rooms are provided for the rest of the afternoon. The latest check out is 9pm and one buffet meal is included during this time. A group transfer to Nairobi Airport for onward flight arrangements is arranged in the early evening.Alternatively, if you’d like the ultimate East Africa wildlife-watching trip, speak to your sales representative about joining our Tanzania Safari Adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
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Food
All breakfasts, six lunches and six dinners are included. The provided meals are buffets, with a variety of continental, Indian and Kenyan dishes. Vegetarian and vegan diets can be catered for – please let us know in advance.
Purified water is provided by the tour leader throughout your trip from large drums carried in the vehicles. A metal flask, which you can keep, is provided; alternatively, you can bring your own reusable water bottle.
Lake Naivasha Boat Safari
Cruise the calm waters on a one-hour boat safari to glide past hippo pods and watch the majestic African fish eagle swoop for its catch. Your guide helps spot cormorants, herons and kingfishers along the papyrus-fringed shores.
Set within the Great Rift Valley, freshwater Lake Naivasha offers a serene, water-level perspective on birdlife and grazing antelope at the water’s edge. The gentle pace and close vantage make this a photographic highlight and a soothing counterpoint to dusty game tracks.
Lake Nakuru National Park Game Drives
Join a guided game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, a compact reserve famed for its alkaline lake, escarpments and acacia forest. Search for endangered rhinos (black and white), Rothschild’s giraffe, buffalo and agile predators patrolling the shore.
When conditions allow, the lake’s margins tint pink with flamingo flocks, while viewpoints such as Baboon Cliff reveal sweeping Rift Valley panoramas. Birdlife is prolific; guides help decode calls, plumage and behaviour as you explore this biodiverse haven.
Amboseli Game Drives with Kilimanjaro Vistas
Join a guided game drive across Amboseli’s open savannah, renowned as the home of the African elephant. Watch large-tusked herds emerge from wetlands, scan for lion, cheetah and giraffe, and frame your photos with Mount Kilimanjaro rising beyond the plains.
Explore contrasting habitats—swamp-fed grasslands, acacia woodland and the dry lakebed of Amboseli—alive with more than 400 bird species. Expect dust devils, mirage-like light and time to pause for photos and reflection as your guide interprets tracks, behaviours and the park’s delicate water cycle.
Rocky Hill Bush Lunch in Amboseli
Savour a relaxed bush lunch at the exclusive Rocky Hill site, set amid acacia-dotted plains with sweeping views to Mount Kilimanjaro. Dine al fresco as wildlife drifts across the horizon and the sounds of the bush replace the hum of the vehicle.
Embracing a classic East African safari tradition, this chef-prepared meal pairs fresh, flavourful dishes with immersive scenery. It’s a rare chance to linger in the landscape—unhurried, scenic and memorable—before returning to the wildlife-rich tracks of Amboseli.
Nairobi’s Carnivore Restaurant Feast
Taste Nairobi’s legendary Carnivore Restaurant, where meats are roasted on Maasai swords over a glowing charcoal pit and carved at your table. Dip into house sauces and sides as skewers arrive in a lively, open-air setting.
Celebrating Kenya’s nyama choma tradition, the menu focuses on expertly grilled cuts alongside salads and accompaniments, with vegetarian selections available. It’s a convivial, flavour-forward stop that adds culinary depth to your overland journey between parks.
Masai Mara Game Drives on the Open Plains
Traverse the Masai Mara National Reserve on morning and afternoon drives to join guided game drives among acacia-dotted plains. Track the Big Five, watch hyena clans at work and scan termite mounds and kopjes for stealthy cats.
Year-round resident wildlife thrives along the Mara River and rolling grasslands, with seasonal herds swelling during the Great Migration. Expect golden light, wide horizons and time to compose images as the sun dips—an evocative sunset over the savannah.
Hell’s Gate National Park Gorge Walk (select departures)
Explore on foot with a guided gorge walk through Hell’s Gate National Park, weaving beneath towering basalt cliffs, past sculpted canyons and geothermal steam vents. Look up to Fischer’s Tower and listen for rock hyrax among sun-warmed ledges.
This dramatic Rift Valley landscape showcases volcanic history and hardy flora adapted to heat and mineral-rich soils. Select departures from 2027 include this experience; guides share geology, local lore and safe hiking routes through the otherworldly terrain.
Maasai Village Visit
Visit a Maasai village to meet a village elder, learn about homestead design and beadwork, and, where invited, join the rhythmic adumu jumping dance. Hear how cattle, seasonal movement and age-set traditions shape daily life.
This respectful cultural encounter offers insight into a famed pastoral community and supports local initiatives through your visit. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour; availability may vary and participation is voluntary.
Meet Your Tour Leader & Safari Briefing
Meet your group and meet your Tour Director for a concise safari briefing covering wildlife etiquette, park protocols and how to get the best from your time in the bush. Learn about the region’s habitats and what to expect on drives in our specially adapted 4x4s, where every traveller enjoys a window seat.
Gain context on Kenya’s conservation areas, from community conservancies to national parks. This focused introduction helps you spot key behaviours, identify species and travel responsibly—so you start your safari confident, prepared and excited for the wilderness ahead.
