6 days10 Day Kenya Safari Exploration
Length
10 days
Itinerary
10 days planned
Group
Max 100
Guides
English
Overview
A 10-Day Kenya Safari Exploration stands apart by offering an immersive journey through the country’s most diverse and wildlife-rich landscapes, combining the vast savannahs of Maasai Mara National Reserve, the elephant-dotted plains beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park, the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park, the misty forest wilderness of Aberdare National Park, and the unique northern species found in Samburu National Reserve. Unlike shorter safaris, the extended duration allows for a relaxed pace with multiple nights in each destination, increasing opportunities to see the Big Five as well as rare species such as Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe. What truly distinguishes the experience is the combination of expert private guiding, carefully selected luxury or boutique lodges, exclusive activities like bush breakfasts or hot air balloon safaris, and seamless logistics that eliminate rushed travel.
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Day by day itinerary
1Arrive in Nairobi⌄
Arrive in Nairobi, gateway to your thrilling safari in Kenya, and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is yours to rest and acclimate to your new time zone
Meals: Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel ob Bed and Breakfast
2Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center⌄
Depart for a visit to the Giraffe Center where you hand-feed Rothschild's Giraffe and learn more about their extensive conservation efforts. Continue to the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage* to learn about how orphan elephants are raised here and later released into the wild. Then, drive towards the Ngong Hills for a tour of the Karen Blixen Museum, once the farmhouse of the prominent author of Out of Africa. End the day at the Kazuri Beads Workshop, which started as a tiny workshop making ceramic beads by hand. Today this center produces fine examples of genuine African jewelry out of clay gathered from nearby Mt. Kenya. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager followed by dinner at a local restaurant
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel ob Bed and Breakfast
3Evening Game Drive in Samburu National Park⌄
Travel north this morning towards Samburu National Park, known for its unique wildlife, rarely found in other Kenyan parks. Here, view different species of giraffe, zebra, beisa oryx and the long-necked gerenuk, along with lion, cheetah, and leopard. En route, stop for lunch at the Trout Tree Restaurant. Arrive in Samburu, with its arid hills leading to the lush forested ravine of the Ewaso Nyiro River. This evening, set out on your first game drive returning to camp in time for dinner
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Samburu Ashnil Camp or similar
4Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in Samburu National Park⌄
During the morning game drive today, perhaps you'll see a lion, ostrich, or even a family of elephants wandering the hills. After lunch at the lodge, an afternoon drive takes you to a different area of the park. Return to the lodge for leisure time before dinner
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Samburu Ashnil Camp or similar
5Game Viewing in Aberdare National Park⌄
Today, travel southwest to the heart of Aberdare National Park. After lunch, ascend to The Ark, one of Kenya's iconic tree lodges. The Ark is designed with layers of decks overlooking a floodlit watering hole and salt lick that attracts a huge amount of wildlife all day and night. The many different balconies and lounges provide superb vantage points for game viewing. A ground level bunker provides excellent photographic opportunities and takes you up-close to the animals
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: The Ark Lodge or Similar
6Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park⌄
Today, explore Lake Nakuru National Park. Drive to the edge of the lake to view thousands of birds feeding in the alkaline water, see the sweeping view from the top of Baboon Rocks, then look for warthogs and waterbucks. Nakuru is also one of the best places in Kenya to see black and white rhino, and for making daytime leopard sightings. Afterward, continue to your lodge where you will spend the remainder of the evening at leisure
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Lake Nakuru Lodge or Similar
7Lake Naivasha Boat Tour, Cooking Class⌄
This morning, embark on a boat ride on the tranquil waters of Lake Naivasha, a bird lover's paradise. You will encounter hippos wallowing in the water and an abundant number of birds. Afterward, return to your lodge and attend a cooking class, led by a chef. Learn how to cook local dishes, and later taste your own creations. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Lake Naivasha Resort or Similar
8Morning & Afternoon Game Drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve⌄
Early drive to Masai Mara National Reserve in the southwest corner of Kenya, renowned for its spectacular game viewing. The savannahs of the park are a backdrop to a diverse and abundant wildlife population throughout the entire year. Time permitting, stop at a local school enroute. Lunch at the camp, before going out on the afternoon game drive
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Enkorok Mara Camp/similar
9Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve⌄
Today's game drives through the Masai Mara reserve focus on the "Big Five" (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino), as well as antelopes, gazelles, hippos and a variety of birdlife. A dinner tonight celebrates your final night in the Mara
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Enkorok Mara Camp/similar
10Depart Kenya(Nairobi)⌄
Bid farewell to the Mara this morning, and return to bustling Nairobi. Passengers with early evening flights will then be transferred directly to the airport. Passengers with late evening flights will have a day-use hotel room and be transferred to the airport later in the evening. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 6:30 PM
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch
What's included
- ✓9 nights accommodations
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
Not included
- ✕Gratuities
Good to know
Cancellation
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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