14 Days Around Kenya Safaris

STANDARD MID-RANGE SAFARI TOUR PACKAGE

Itinerary highlights
Itinerary Details

Day 1: Nairobi to Mount Meru National Park

Departure from Nairobi: Drive 4-5 hours to Mount Meru National Park, located near Arusha, Tanzania, but still accessible from Nairobi.
Arrival and Check-in: Check in at your lodge or camp in the afternoon.
Afternoon Exploration: Visit the park’s diverse ecosystems, home to various wildlife, including buffaloes, giraffes, and more. Mount Meru offers stunning views of nearby Mount Kilimanjaro.
Overnight: Stay overnight near the park.

Day 2: Mount Meru to Samburu Game Reserve

Travel to Samburu: Drive from Mount Meru to Samburu Game Reserve (around 5-6 hours). Samburu is known for its unique dry-land species, such as the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, and reticulated giraffe.
Arrival and Check-in: Check in at your lodge or camp.
Afternoon Game Drive: Head out for your first game drive to see Samburu’s unique wildlife, with a beautiful view of the Ewaso Ng’iro River.
Overnight: Stay in Samburu.

Day 3: Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Morning Game Drive in Samburu: Early morning game drive in Samburu to catch the wildlife at its most active.
Travel to Ol Pejeta Conservancy: After breakfast, drive about 4-5 hours to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a prime private conservancy known for its rhino sanctuary, chimpanzee sanctuary, and abundant wildlife.
Afternoon Safari: Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Ol Pejeta to spot rhinos, lions, cheetahs, and perhaps even the rare chimpanzees.
Overnight: Stay overnight at Ol Pejeta.

Day 4: Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park

Morning Exploration in Ol Pejeta: Before departing, enjoy a morning game drive or visit the chimpanzee sanctuary.
Travel to Lake Nakuru: After breakfast, drive about 4-5 hours to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingos and rhino population.
Afternoon Game Drive: Upon arrival, head out for an afternoon game drive. The park is known for its white and black rhinos, lions, and an array of bird species, including flamingos.
Overnight: Stay at a lodge or camp near Lake Nakuru.

Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Game Reserve

Morning Game Drive in Lake Nakuru: Early morning game drive around the lake and its surroundings.
Travel to Masai Mara: After breakfast, drive 5-6 hours to Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya’s most famous safari destination.
Arrival and Check-in: Arrive in the afternoon and check in at your lodge or camp.
Afternoon Game Drive: Head out for an exciting afternoon game drive to witness the Big Five and an array of other wildlife.
Overnight: Stay overnight in Masai Mara.

Day 6: Full Day in Masai Mara Game Reserve

Morning Game Drive: Start your day early with a game drive to explore more of the Mara’s wildlife-rich landscapes.
Midday at the Lodge: Enjoy lunch and some relaxation.
Afternoon Game Drive: Continue your game drive in the afternoon, perhaps visiting the Mara River to observe crocodiles and hippos.
Overnight: Another night in Masai Mara.

Day 7: Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha

Morning Game Drive in Masai Mara: Enjoy a last early morning game drive in the Mara before departing.
Travel to Lake Naivasha: After breakfast, drive about 4 hours to Lake Naivasha, known for its birdlife and hippos.
Arrival and Check-in: Check-in at your lodge or camp near the lake.
Afternoon Boat Ride: Take a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, where you can spot hippos and a variety of bird species. You can also visit Crescent Island for a walking safari.
Overnight: Stay near Lake Naivasha.

Day 8: Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park

Travel to Amboseli: After breakfast, drive 5-6 hours to Amboseli National Park, famous for its elephants and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Arrival and Check-in: Check in at your lodge or camp by midday.
Afternoon Game Drive: Explore the park’s wildlife in the afternoon, spotting large herds of elephants and other animals against the backdrop of Kilimanjaro.
Overnight: Stay at a lodge in Amboseli.

Day 9: Amboseli to Voyager Ziwani (Tsavo West)

Morning Game Drive in Amboseli: Take an early morning game drive for last-minute wildlife sightings.
Travel to Voyager Ziwani: After breakfast, drive to Voyager Ziwani, located in the Tsavo West region, about 4-5 hours away.
Arrival and Check-in: Arrive in the afternoon and check in.
Afternoon Game Drive/Experience: Enjoy a game drive in the evening at Voyager Ziwani. You can also visit the nearby Mzima Springs, famous for its crystal-clear waters and wildlife.
Overnight: Stay at Voyager Ziwani.

Day 10: Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park

Morning Game Drive at Voyager Ziwani: Enjoy an early game drive or nature walk in the Tsavo West area.
Travel to Tsavo East: After breakfast, drive 2-3 hours to Tsavo East National Park, known for its vast landscapes and large herds of elephants.
Arrival and Check-in: Check-in at your lodge or camp.
Afternoon Game Drive: Explore Tsavo East in the afternoon to see elephants, lions, and other wildlife.
Overnight: Stay at a lodge or camp in Tsavo East.

Day 11: Tsavo East to Mombasa

Morning Game Drive: Begin your final safari with an early morning game drive in Tsavo East.
Travel to Mombasa: After breakfast, drive about 2-3 hours to Mombasa.
Arrival in Mombasa: You’ll arrive in Mombasa by midday, marking the end of your safari adventure.

Summary of the 11-Day Itinerary:

Day 1: Nairobi to Mount Meru National Park
Day 2: Mount Meru to Samburu Game Reserve
Day 3: Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Day 4: Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 6: Full day in Masai Mara
Day 7: Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha
Day 8: Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
Day 9: Amboseli to Voyager Ziwani (Tsavo West)
Day 10: Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park
Day 11: Tsavo East to Mombasa

Day 1: Nairobi – Meru National Park.

Early morning pick up from Nairobi Hotel/Airport at 7:30am and then drive to Meru National Park, Arriving time for lunch as well as check-in at the Lodge. This park was made famous by the book “Born Free” by author Joy Adamson’s whorelease orphaned lioness Elsa in the Park. The beautiful Rojewero River bisects the Park, along its banks different bird species, Lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, Gravy’s and Burchell’s zebra, reticulated giraffe and gerenuk, buffalo, hippo and crocodile are spotted; Meru National park is in the moment is another safe haven for rhinos. Dinner and overnight at Murera Springs Eco Lodge,

Day 2: Meru National Park.

Spend a whole day in Meru National park with early morning and afternoon game drives; which gives you chances to view different kinds of wildlife and visit to Adamson’s falls as well. Dinner and Overnight at Murera Springs Eco Lodge.

Day 3: Meru National Park – Samburu Game Reserve.

Early morning breakfast then, depart to Samburu Game Reserve via Isiolo. Game drives before checking in at the lodge. After lunch, relax until 16:00hrs, time for the evening game drive. Spot the rare Reticulated Giraffe, Beisa Oryx, Gerenuk, Somali Ostrich and the gravy Zebra. Samburu is the home to different bird species. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge.

Day 4: Samburu Game Reserve.

Spend a whole day in Samburu National Reserve with morning and afternoon game drives; spot the rare Reticulated Giraffe, Beisa Oryx, Gerenuk, Somali Ostrich and the gravy Zebra. Samburu is the home to different bird species. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa lodge.

Day 5: Samburu Game Reserve – Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Sweet Waters).

Depart after breakfast for Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Sweet Waters); arriving time for lunch at the Camp as well check in. Ol Pejeta is the only sanctuary for rehabilitation in Kenya of these widely abused chimpanzees with two groups living in an environment as close to their natural habitat as possible. The site is also a dedicated black rhino breeding area. Dinner and overnight at Sweet Waters Tented Camp.

Day 6: Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Sweet Waters) – Lake Nakuru National Park.

Early morning breakfast, then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park via Thomson’s Waterfall arriving around 11.00am in Lake Nakuru, short game drive en route before driving to the lodge for lunch as well as check in. Afternoon game drive takes you to the lake to view Flamingoes and pelicans. Also, spot White/Black Rhinos, Rothschild Giraffe and Waterbucks. The Lake Forest attracts a wide variety of birds. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or Flamingo Hill Tented Camp.

Day 7: Lake Nakuru National Park – Masai Mara Game Reserve.

Early morning game drive before breakfast then drive along the Great Rift Valley, passing by the extinct volcano of Mount Longonot en route to Masai Mara Game Reserve with game en route to the lodge for check- in as well for lunch. Afternoon game drives in this fascinating wildlife paradise with a chance to view; giraffes, elephants, monkeys, leopards, lions, gazelles and different bird’s species. Dinner and Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or Elangata Olerai Tented Camp,

Day 8: Masai Mara Game Reserve.

Spend a whole day viewing wildlife in Masai Mara Game reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Have a chance to see the “BIG FIVE”: Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard. Wildebeests, Zebras, Cheetahs and Gazelles, other kinds of African wildlife can also be easily spotted. Witness the famous wildebeests (Gnu) and zebra migration from Serengeti (Tanzania) to Maasai Mara (Kenya) between July and September; this movement is one of world wonders. Masai Mara being the stomping ground of the Great Migration, a massive accumulation of 1.5 million wildebeest, 200,000 zebras and 350,000 gazelles stretching their legs over 1,200 miles in an annual race to find enough water and green grass for their survival. More afternoon game drives at this jewel park of Kenya. Dinner and Overnight Mara Sopa Lodge or Elangata Olerai Tented Camp.

Day 9: Masai Mara Game Reserve – Lake Naivasha.

Morning game drives and then depart after breakfast for Lake Naivasha arriving for lunch. Enjoy boat trip to the lake to view hippos, birds and other kinds of African wildlife. Afternoon drives to the hell’s Gate for more game viewing as well as enjoy cycling. Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort or Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge.

Day 10: Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park.

Early morning breakfast then depart for Amboseli National Park, Via Masai land. On arrival, make a game drive en route to the camp for lunch as well as check in. The afternoon game viewing starts at 16:00 Hours. This Park is the home of Elephants, Wildebeest, Buffalos, Gazelles, Lions, Cheetahs, monkey families and rare bird species. In the early evening, the clouds clear, exposing the snow –capped dome of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight at Sentrim Amboseli camp or Kibo safari Camp.

Day 11: Amboseli National park – Voyager Ziwani.

Early morning game drive before breakfast then, depart for Voyager Ziwani arriving for lunch as well as check in at the Camp. Relax until 16:00hrs, time to go for escorted game walks or walking safari with the experienced naturalist until 18:00 Hours’ time for dinner. After dinner go for night game drives to view grazing hippos and nocturnal game. Overnight at Voyager Ziwani Camp.

Day 12: Voyager Ziwani – Tsavo West National Park.

Early morning game drives before breakfast then depart for Tsavo West National Park. See the volcanic formations (Shetani Lava Flow) on the way to Mzima Springs where Hippos, Fish and Crocodiles are seen from the underwater hide, later proceed the lodge for check- in as well for lunch, relax until 16:00hrs, time to visit the Rhino Sanctuary. Spot Elephants, Giraffes, the varied bird life of Tsavo West, and of course the Rhino. Have a view of the beautiful mountains. Dinner and overnight at Ngulia Safari Lodge or Ngulia Safari camp.

Day 13: Tsavo West National Park – Tsavo East National Park.

Early morning game drives before breakfast then depart for Tsavo East National Park. Game drives en route to the lodge for lunch as well as check-in. Afternoon game drives which starts at 16:00 Hours through this Kenya’s largest park, with a chance to spot herds of Red Elephants, Lions, Giraffes, Zebras, Gazelles, Buffaloes, Waterbucks, Impalas and different bird species. Dinner and overnight at Zomeni Lion Hill Lodge or Ashnil Aruba Lodge.

Day 14: Tsavo East National Park- Mombasa.

Early morning game drives before breakfast and then last game drives enroute to Voi for lunch at Impala Safari Lodge or Zomeni Lion Hill Lodge. After lunch drive to Mombasa or Diani arriving in the early evening with transfer to your respective hotel,

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Starts Nairobi – Ends Mombasa/Diani Beach

DEPARTURE TIME

Get ready 30mins before pick-up time

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