08 Days Best of Kenya Private Adventure
Duration
8 Days
Price
$1730/person
Tour Type
Private / Group
Region
East Africa
Safari Highlights
The Big Five: High chances of spotting Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Buffaloes, and Rhinos.
Mount Kilimanjaro: Enjoy spectacular views of Africa's highest peak from Amboseli.
Masai Mara: Witness the Great Migration (seasonal) and the densest concentration of game in Kenya.
Lake Nakuru: See the "Pink Lake" and its sanctuary for White and Black Rhinos.
Private Comfort: Stay in mid-range to luxury lodges with en-suite bathrooms and pools.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Nairobi
Location: Nairobi Accommodation: Nairobi Hotel
You will be met upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi. Relax and settle in. Your driver-guide will meet you for a safari briefing to discuss your itinerary and answer any questions you may have.
Meals: Dinner
Nairobi to Masai Mara Game Reserve
Location: Masai Mara Accommodation: Masai Mara Lodge (e.g., Mara Sopa, Basecamp, or similar)
After breakfast, we drive down the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival, we check into our lodge for a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, we embark on our first game drive. The Masai Mara is famous for its vast plains and incredible population of predators. Return to the lodge for dinner and a bonfire under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
& 4: Full Days in Masai Mara
Location: Masai Mara Accommodation: Masai Mara Lodge
We dedicate two full days to exploring the vast savannahs of the Mara.
Wildlife: Look for lions, cheetahs, leopards, and large prides of hyenas.
Great Migration: Between July and October, witness the dramatic wildebeest river crossings.
Optional Activities: You can take a sunrise Hot Air Balloon ride followed by a champagne breakfast (additional cost). You may also visit a Maasai Manyatta (village) to learn about their culture.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Both days)
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
Location: Lake Nakuru Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge (e.g., Flamingo Hill or similar)
After breakfast, we leave the Mara and drive north through the Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru. We arrive for lunch at our lodge overlooking the lake. In the afternoon, we head out for a game drive. Lake Nakuru is a bird lover's paradise, famous for its millions of pink flamingos. It is also a sanctuary for both Black and White Rhinos and the endangered Rothschild giraffe.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Nakuru to Amboseli National Park
Location: Amboseli Accommodation: Amboseli Lodge (e.g., Kibo Safari Camp or similar)
After a morning game drive in Nakuru and breakfast, we drive to Nairobi for a stop-over lunch. We then continue southeast towards the Tanzanian border to Amboseli National Park. Arrive in the late afternoon. The park is famous for its large herds of elephants and the stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, which often emerge from the clouds at sunset.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Full Day in Amboseli
Location: Amboseli Accommodation: Amboseli Lodge
We spend the entire day exploring Amboseli. Because the park is relatively flat, it offers excellent visibility for photography. We will visit the observation hill for panoramic views of the swamps and the dry lake bed where elephants and zebra gather. We may also visit a Maasai village to witness their traditional dancing and way of life.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Amboseli to Nairobi
Location: Amboseli to Nairobi
Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Amboseli to catch the sunrise hitting the snows of Kilimanjaro. After breakfast, we drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the early afternoon. You will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
TOTAL PACKAGE COST: USD. 1960 PER PERSON – 2 PAX (HIGH SEASON)
TOTAL PACKAGE COST: USD. 1730 PER PERSON – 2 PAX (LOW SEASON)
Proposed Accommodations
- Masai Mara – Miti Mingi Eco Camp
- Lake Nakuru – Hotel City Max
- Naivasha – Leisure Apex Resort
- Amboseli National Park – Nyati Safari camp
- Tsavo East National park – Voi Safari Lodge
Included
Transport: Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof (guaranteed window seat).
Accommodation: 7 nights in mid-range/comfort lodge accommodation.
Meals: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) while on safari.
Park Fees: All entry fees for Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli National Parks.
Services: Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
Water: 1.5 liters of drinking water per person per day.
Excluded
International Flights: Airfare to/from Kenya.
Visa Fees: Kenya Visa ($50 USD).
Travel Insurance: Mandatory.
Tips: Gratuities for driver-guide and lodge staff.
Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, laundry, drinks (alcohol/soda).
Optional Activities: Hot air balloon safari ($450 USD), Maasai village visit.
Safari Experience
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