Iconic Kenya

Nairobi | Amboseli | Maasai Mara | Samburu

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Kenya’s ultimate safari destinations

Dramatic Mt Kilimanjaro backdrops, golden savannas, the Big Five, the Great Migration, rare wildlife and wide horizons. Experience vibrant cultures, engaging community visits and warm and friendly Kenyan hospitality.

NAIROBI

Zebras Nairobi National Park

Arrive in Nairobi, where you will begin and end your safari.

Depending on your international flight times, you will likely spend one full day here either at the start or end of your trip.

Named the world’s best city to visit in 2024 by Lonely Planet, Nairobi is Kenya’s bustling, dynamic, cosmopolitan capital.

Wildlife -“The World’s Only Wildlife Capital”. Visit Nairobi National Park or one of Nairobi’s world-famous animal sanctuaries such as the Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage, Nairobi Safari Walk, Snake Park, and Karura Forest.

Culture - Experience the city’s cultural and arts scene with a visit to an art gallery or collective, artisanal market, the National Museum or Karen Blixen Museum, or sample its world-class restaurants.

 

amboseli

NAIROBI - AMBOSELI 3.5H (ROAD)

Snow-capped mountain in the background with a layer of clouds and a savanna landscape with scattered trees in the foreground.

Depart by road for Amboseli National Park, located in the southern part of Kenya. Wide savanna expanses and a stunning backdrop await.

Iconic views - The snow-capped peaks of Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain, offer a dramatic backdrop, making it a popular destination for photographers.

Elephant Haven - Amboseli, known as the “Land of Giants,” is famous for its large elephant population, the most studied in Africa. Spend three days exploring this remarkable park, home to some of the continent’s greatest herds, where elephants roam freely across vast landscapes of acacia woodland, dusty plains, and marshland, offering wonderful opportunities to observe their complex social interactions up close.

A herd of elephants walking across a grassy plain under a partly cloudy sky, with some white birds on the ground and flying nearby.

Activities Include
Morning and evening game drives; bush sundowners; Maasai village cultural experience

 

MAASAI MARA

AMBOSELI - MAASAI MARA 1.5H (AIR)

A lion roaring while lying on the grass in a savannah.

Fly to the world-famous Maasai Mara - the land of endless savanna! Located in southwest Kenya, the Mara is one of the great wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied, abundant, and easy to see. The vast plains stretch south to Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park.

Iconic wilderness - This famed safari reserve and its surrounding conservancies promise unparalleled wildlife viewing, set against a backdrop of rolling grassland, hills, riverine forests, and acacia bushland.

The Great Migration - Discover the Great Migration, one of Kenya’s most sought-after experiences. Millions of animals, most notably wildebeest, follow this age-old circular route, traversing the Serengeti - Mara ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water (this is a season-specific experience).

The Big Five - Search for the Big Five (lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, and rhinos) along with zebras, giraffes, cheetahs, ostriches, impalas, gazelles, hippos, and countless other species.

A herd of zebras and wildebeests grazing near a water hole in a savannah landscape under a clear blue sky.

Activities Include
Morning and evening game drives; walking safaris; Maasai cultural experience; night game drive; campfire entertainment; birdwatching; bush breakfast/dinner.
ADD-ONS - Hot air balloon ride

 

SAMBURU

MAASAI MARA - SAMBURU 1.5H (AIR)

A giraffe standing on a grassy area in a forested landscape at sunset

Depart from the rolling savanna of Maasai Mara and journey to Kenya’s vast, arid, and semi-arid north to Samburu, the jewel of Kenya’s expansive northern wilderness.

Rugged wilderness - Samburu National Reserve, characterized by palm groves, riverine forests, dry bushland, and Mount Kenya backdrop, stretches along the Ewaso Nyiro River, which acts as a magnet for wildlife in search of water, vegetation, and prey. It is a haven for elephants as well as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. 

Unique Wildlife - It is also home to the Northern Special Five species (Grevy zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and the Beisa oryx). This is a unique group of rare and beautiful animals native to this region of Kenya.

Enjoys camps where elephants are your bedfellows - not literally, but close enough!

Elephants walking along a riverbank with trees and bushes in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Activities Include
Morning and evening game drives; campfires; community visit.

 

EXTENSION OPTION

A visit to the tropical beaches of the Indian Ocean is the perfect ending to your safari adventure. Lamu is a timeless Swahili island with UNESCO World Heritage status. Spend a few days soaking-up the local culture, savoring delicious Swahili cuisine, and enjoying the island’s relaxed pace and warm hospitality. Here, quiet beaches and sunset dhow cruises offer a peaceful contrast to the wild savannas of your safari

Lamu Swahili Coast

CUSTOM PRICING INCLUDES:

  • Airport transfers

  • Accommodation

  • Activities

  • Domestic Transportation

  • Entrance fees to National Parks, National Reserves, and Community/Private Conservancies

  • Expert Sacred Savanna private driver guide for your entire trip

  • Fully equipped 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

  • Supplemental medical emergency insurance (evacuation cover)

  • Accommodation comes in a wide range of options depending on location. We source the best and have options to suit most budgets.

  • Add-ons are optional activities offered at an extra cost.

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