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Overview
This 8-day luxury safari presents an opulent journey through Kenya's captivating landscapes, from Mount Kenya's foothills to the Masai Mara's legendary plains. It is designed for discerning travelers seeking exceptional comfort, exclusive wildlife encounters, and highly personalized service from experienced local guides.
Tour Suitability:
- Traveler Profile: Ideal for luxury seekers, honeymooners, couples celebrating special occasions, and discerning families wanting a premium experience.
- Pace of Travel: Moderate to Relaxed, allowing for in-depth exploration and leisure time at exclusive properties.
- Interests: Premier wildlife viewing (including Samburu's 'Special Five'), unique activities like night game drives, conservation insights (Ol Pejeta), and staying in top-tier lodges and camps.
- Comfort Level: Luxury to Luxury+, featuring private 4x4 Land Cruiser transport.
- Focus: A high-end, intimate, and meticulously curated safari experience.
Key Tour Highlights
- Exclusive Accommodations: Stay in some of Kenya's most prestigious luxury lodges and tented camps, offering exquisite service and stunning locations.
- Diverse Ecosystems: Experience the unique wildlife of Samburu's arid north, the conservation success of Ol Pejeta, the rhino haven of Lake Nakuru, and the iconic Masai Mara.
- Special Experiences: Enjoy unique activities like a night game drive in Ol Pejeta and a visit to the Mt. Kenya Animal Orphanage.
- Personalized Private Journey: This tour is conducted on a private basis, ensuring flexibility and an intimate experience, with highly qualified local guides.
Accommodation Style
Experience the pinnacle of safari luxury. Stays are planned at renowned properties offering gourmet dining, superb amenities, and breathtaking views, ensuring a truly memorable and opulent Kenyan adventure. Examples include Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club, Elephant Bedroom Camp, Sweetwaters Serena Camp, The Cliff, and Entim Mara Camp, or similar exceptional standard.
Featured Destinations & Attractions
- Mount Kenya Region: Majestic scenery and the Mount Kenya Animal Orphanage.
- Samburu National Reserve: Home to the 'Special Five' – Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk.
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy: Chimpanzee sanctuary, rhino conservation, and exciting night game drives.
- Lake Nakuru National Park: Famous for rhinos, diverse birdlife, and potential tree-climbing lion sightings.
- Masai Mara National Reserve: World-renowned for the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal).
Itinerary
Your professional local guide will meet you at your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). After a safari briefing, set off towards Mount Kenya National Park, passing scenic pineapple plantations. Arrive at your luxury lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, an enriching visit to the Mt. Kenya Animal Orphanage is planned. (Meals: All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks)
Accommodation: Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club or similar luxury standard.
After breakfast, journey north to Samburu National Reserve, celebrated for its arid landscapes and distinct wildlife. You will cross the equator en route. Arrive at your exclusive camp for check-in and lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River, searching for Samburu's 'Special Five' and other fascinating game. (Meals: All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks)
Accommodation: Elephant Bedroom Camp or similar luxury tented camp standard.
Dedicate the entire day to exploring Samburu National Reserve with extensive game drives led by your local guide. Seek out the reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and the gerenuk. Encounters with elephants, lions, and leopards are also anticipated. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the wilderness to maximize your time in the reserve. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Elephant Bedroom Camp or similar luxury tented camp standard.
After breakfast, drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a beacon of wildlife conservation in East Africa. Arrive at your luxury camp for lunch. An afternoon game drive will introduce you to this remarkable conservancy, home to rhinos and the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. After dinner, embark on a thrilling night game drive (typically 9 PM - 11 PM) to spot elusive nocturnal creatures. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp or similar luxury tented camp standard.
Enjoy an early morning game drive and breakfast before departing for Lake Nakuru National Park. A stop at Thompson Falls offers breathtaking scenic views. Arrive at your exceptional luxury camp overlooking the lake for lunch. The afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru focuses on its significant rhino populations (both black and white), Rothschild's giraffes, and diverse birdlife. (Meals: All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks)
Accommodation: The Cliff or similar luxury+ tented camp standard.
After breakfast, journey to the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve. A stop at a Great Rift Valley viewpoint offers spectacular photo opportunities. You may also have a brief stop in Narok town for a glimpse of local life. Arrive at your renowned luxury camp for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive in this world-famous reserve, seeking out the Big Five and other plains game. (Meals: All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks)
Accommodation: Entim Mara Camp or similar luxury tented camp standard.
A full day is dedicated to exploring the vast plains of the Masai Mara with your private local guide. Enjoy extensive game drives with a picnic lunch, maximizing your chances of witnessing incredible wildlife interactions, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, and countless other species. If your travel coincides with the Great Wildebeest Migration (typically July-October), the spectacle is unparalleled. (Meals: All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks)
Accommodation: Entim Mara Camp or similar luxury tented camp standard.
Enjoy a final leisurely breakfast in the Mara. Your local guide will assist with check-out. Optionally, you may visit an authentic Maasai village for a cultural experience (this is an optional activity with an extra cost, arranged locally). Afterwards, drive back to Nairobi, arriving in time for lunch. You will then be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) for your departure flight or to your Nairobi hotel. (Meals: Breakfast & Lunch, Non-alcoholic drinks)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour).
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Activities (as written in the itinerary)
- Entry fee
- Taxes
- A bottle of drinking water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas