This 12-day itinerary starts with an early morning arrival in Nairobi, followed by breakfast before heading to Amboseli for a 2-night stay. Travel from Amboseli to Naivasha for 1 night, then to Maasai Mara for 2 nights. Continue to Nakuru for 1 night, then to Sweetwaters (Ol Pejeta) for 2 nights. Next, explore Samburu for 2 nights, followed by a 1-night stay at Mt. Kenya, before returning to Nairobi.
Itinerary
Early morning arrival in Nairobi
Breakfast in the city
Drive to Amboseli National Park
Check-in and relax at your lodge
Overnight in Amboseli
Full day game drives in Amboseli, known for its views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and elephant herds
Optional cultural visit to a Maasai village
Overnight in Amboseli
Morning game drive in Amboseli
Depart for Lake Naivasha
Optional boat ride or visit Hell’s Gate National Park
Overnight in Naivasha
Morning drive from Naivasha to Maasai Mara
Check-in at your lodge or camp
Evening game drive in the Mara
Overnight in Maasai Mara
Full day of game drives in Maasai Mara, renowned for the Big Five and wildlife diversity
Optional hot air balloon safari
Overnight in Maasai Mara
Morning game drive in Maasai Mara
Depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for flamingos and rhinos
Overnight in Nakuru
Depart Nakuru for Sweetwaters
Afternoon visit to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, known for rhinos and chimpanzees
Overnight at Sweetwaters
Full day of exploration at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Visit the rhino sanctuary and wildlife conservation programs
Overnight at Sweetwaters
Morning departure to Samburu National Reserve
Afternoon game drive in Samburu, home to unique wildlife like the Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe
Overnight in Samburu
Full day of game drives in Samburu
Experience the rugged beauty of the reserve and its wildlife
Overnight in Samburu
Morning game drive in Samburu
Depart for the Mt. Kenya region
Relax at your lodge with views of Mt. Kenya
Overnight in Mt. Kenya
Depart from Mt. Kenya in the morning
Return to Nairobi for departure or further travel plans