Day 1: Nairobi

Upon arrival into Nairobi, you will be met and transferred to the hotel where you stay for one night.

Those arriving earlier may wish to book an optional activity in Nairobi visiting the Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre or other sights. Please contact us for details and options.

Overnight: Nairobi Serena Hotel (Bed and Breakfast)

Day 2: Masai Mara

Transfer with the group towards Kenya’s fertile highlands as you journey down the rift escarpment on the road built by Italian prisoners of war during World War II. Your journey takes you past a chapel built at the foot of the escarpment and the impressive Longonot earth satellite station before reaching the Masai Mara.

After lunch you embark on your first game drive returning to the lodge as the sun goes down.

Overnight: Mara Serena Lodge (Full Board – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) 

Day 3: Masai Mara

Enjoy a very special ‘hippo pool breakfast’ prepared and served by Maasai warriors by one the Mara River hippo pools.

Spend the day exploring the Masai Mara returning to the lodge for lunch between drives. In the afternoon visit a Masai Village returning to the lodge as the sunsets.

* Optional hot air balloon safari available at additional cost.

Overnight: Mara Serena Lodge (Full Board – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) 

Day 4: Lake Elementaita

Journey alongside the wheat and barley fields North to the district headquarters of this part of Maasailand. Continue along the Rift Valley before arriving at Lake Nakuru where you stay for one night.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive. The park is home to a wealth of animals and boasts incredible views. Flocks of pink flamingos gather (seasonal) and game sightings include both Black and White Rhinos as well as the endangered Rothschild Giraffe.

Overnight: Lake Elementeita Lodge (Full Board – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) 

Day 5: Amboseli National Park

Embark on a boat excursion at Lake Naivasha before transferring to Nairobi for an early lunch. Continue Southwards to Amboseli where you stay for two nights. The park is best known for ‘big-tusker’ elephants but is home to a wealth of wildlife. On a clear day you can view Mount Kilimanjaro.

Overnight: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) 

Day 6: Amboseli National Park

Spend the day exploring the Amboseli National park with a full day game drive and picnic lunch.

There should be time for a quick swim in the pool in the afternoon before dinner.

Overnight: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) 

Day 7: End of Itinerary

Savour your last views of the incredible Mount Kilimanjaro as you depart Amboseli and make your way back to Nairobi.

We will drop off at the Airport or at your hotel.

Please note that additional day room arrangements or transfers will be required for those with later flight departure. The tour reaches Nairobi around 2.00pm so flights should be booked to depart after 4.00pm.