This safari is a deep dive into the heart of Kenya’s most stunning landscapes and wildlife. It’s not just about ticking off destinations; it’s about truly experiencing the magic of each place. You’ll visit Samburu, home to rare species you won’t see anywhere else, spend time at Sweetwaters with its incredible chimpanzee sanctuary, and see the flamingos and rhinos of Lake Nakuru.
What makes it stand out? It’s the diversity. One day, you’re biking through Hell’s Gate, surrounded by dramatic cliffs, and the next, you’re on a boat ride to Crescent Island. And then there’s Amboseli, with elephants wandering freely in front of the towering Kilimanjaro—a view you’ll never forget.
This isn’t a rushed trip; it’s well-paced, immersive, and balanced with luxurious lodges and real adventure. If you’re looking for something that lets you connect deeply with nature and come back with stories worth sharing, this is it.
DAY 1: After breakfast you will depart Nairobi and drive via the white highlands which are rich in coffee tea and pineapple farms. You will stop over at Nanyuki to see the equator. Proceed to. Samburu to arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. Afternoon game drive of this Reserve. Dinner and overnight at the Samburu Simba Lodge.
DAY 2: After breakfast you will do enjoy your day in this reserve with both morning and afternoon game drives. Samburu National Reserve is situated at the southeastern corner of Samburu District in the Rift Valley Province of Kenya. It is bordered to the south by Ewaso Nyiro River, which separates it from the Buffalo Springs National Reserve.
The reserve covers an area of 165 Km² and is located around 345Km from Nairobi.
The reserve is reach in wildlife with fame for abundance in rare northern specialist species such as the Grevy Zebra, Somali Ostrich, Reticulated Giraffe, Gerenuk and the Beisa Oryx (Also referred as Samburu Special). The reserve is also popular with a minimum of 900 elephants. Large predators such as the Lion, Leopard and Cheetah are an important attraction (Kamunyak the Miracle Lioness that adapted the baby Oryx is a resident in the reserve). Wild dog sightings are also a common attraction to this unique protected area. Birdlife is abundant with over 450 species recorded. Birds of the arid northern bush country are augmented by a number of riverine forest species. Lesser Kestrel and the Taita Falcon are species of global conservation concern and they both utilize the reserve. Five species categorized as vulnerable have recorded in the reserve. These are African Darter, Great Egret, White-headed Vulture, Martial Eagle and the Yellow-billed Ox-pecker. Critically endangered species under CITIES – Pancake tortoise (malacochersus tornieri) is found in the reserve .All meals and overnight at the Samburu Simba lodge.
DAY 3: After breakfast you will depart Samburu for Sweetwater’s to arrive in time for lunch at the Camp. Afternoon you will do a game drive of this reserve which is a 24,000 acre private ranch with magnificent views of the snowcapped peaks of Mount Kenya.
This game sanctuary is the closest reserve to Nairobi (2.5 hours drive) home to all the big five game, and has the highest ratio of game-to-area of any park or reserve in Kenya. Its popular waterhole is floodlit by night, providing excellent and secluded rarely seen game viewing.
A 200-acre Chimpanzee sanctuary has also been set up at Sweetwaters Game Reserve. A visit to this Sanctuary and the 30-minute boat ride on the river among the chimps attracts no extra charge. The aim of the project, initiated by Lonrho East Africa, Kenya Wildlife Services and the Jane Goodall Institute, is to set up a colony where chimps can be introduced, rehabilitated and taught to fend for themselves in an area similar to their natural living conditions. Priority is given to orphaned and abused chimps. The Sanctuary currently has over 35 chimps.
Dinner and overnight at the Serena Sweetwaters Tented Camp.
DAY 4: After breakfast you will depart for Nakuru via the Thomsons falls to arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. Afternoon game drive of this park. Lake Nakuru National park is a premium game park, one of only three in the country and one of the most visited game parks in Kenya.
The Park is known as bird lover’s hub because of the numerous birds that make home in this park. Lake Nakuru Park is home to over 400 bird species including the flamingos that live on the lake and in the park’s savannah grasslands. The bird species include but not limited to African Fish Eagle, Slender-billed greenbul, Long-tailed widowbird, Rufous-throated wryneck, Montane white-eye,Red-capped lark, Northern puff back, Rüppell’s robin-chat, Shining sunbird and many more
Lake Nakuru National Park, is also a wild game destination for animal lovers and wildlife explorers. With over 100 endangered Rhinos distributed between the black and white rhinos; the park is also home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe and other 50 or more animal species that include buffalos, waterbucks, lions, impalas and many more.
Dinner and overnight at the Sarova Lion hill Lodge.
DAY 5: After early breakfast you will check out and depart Nakuru for Naivasha On arrival you will visit Hells gate National Park, you will do bike riding or walking in this park which is the safari rally routes. Lunch will be served then later in the afternoon you will do as boat ride to Crescent Island. Dinner and overnight at the Lake Naivasha Country club.
DAY 6: After Breakfast you will depart Naivasha for Amboseli which is famous for its scenery with a backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, which dominates the landscape, and open plains. Situated in the southern region of Kenya, Amboseli National Park stands as a renowned wildlife conservation area, enticing visitors with its stunning rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes. It is a home to iconic wildlife, hosting four members of the Big Five, from lions to the graceful zebras and countless number of bird species in its swamps and wetlands.
Amboseli is celebrated for its exceptional opportunities for close encounters with free-roaming members of the Big Five. The park is a home to large numbers of African elephants, creating the perfect opportunity for an up close view of up to fifty herds of elephants in one safari, making it a prime destination for both photographers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Amboseli has an endless underground water supply filtered through thousands of feet of volcanic rock from Kilimanjaro’s ice cap, which funnel into two clear water springs in the heart of the park.
You will arrive with a short game drive proceeding to your lodge. Arrive for lunch, afternoon game drive in the park, which is home to large herds of Elephants and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight at Oltukai Lodge.
DAY 7: After breakfast you will take a full day game drive or split early morning and evening game drives. At its best, Amboseli is magnificent, and it’s the beautiful mix of landscapes and habitats that enables the park to shelter such amazing wildlife. Amboseli inhabits a vast basin with deep-green swamps in the heart of the park, stands of acacia forest in the east, and expansive savannah grasslands stretching all the way to distant hills and mountains. Mt Kilimanjaro (actually in Tanzania) towers gloriously over the park to the south.
All meals and overnight at Oltukai Lodge.
DAY 8: Early morning game drive then return for breakfast. Check out and depart Amboseli for Nairobi to arrive in the afternoon. You will be transferred to the airport as per your international flight details.
PRICE INCLUDES
– Park entrance fees
– transport in 4*4 Safari van or 4*4 Jeep
– Accommodation
– Meals as per the itinerary
– English speaking driver guide
– All game drives
– Government taxes
– Water
PRICE EXCLUDES
– Travel Insurance
– Tips
– Items of personal use
– Drinks E.g beer and soda
