10-Day Ultimate Kenya Safari Experience
Day 1-2: Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Drive from Nairobi to Maasai Mara, stopping at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint.
- Afternoon game drive, tracking lions, elephants, and leopards.
- Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise for breathtaking views.
- Visit the Mara River, observing hippos and the Great Migration crossing point.
- Evening cultural experience at a Maasai village, learning about their traditions and warriors’ lifestyle.
Day 3-4: Lake Nakuru National Park
- Drive to Lake Nakuru, home to flamingos and endangered rhinos.
- Afternoon game drive, spotting Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, and baboons.
- Visit Baboon Cliff, offering panoramic views of the lake.
- Boat ride on Lake Naivasha (optional), gliding past hippos and diverse birdlife.
- Sunset at the lake, enjoying a relaxing evening at a scenic lodge.
Day 5-6: Amboseli National Park
- Travel to Amboseli, with its breathtaking elephant herds and Kilimanjaro views.
- Morning and afternoon game drives, capturing the golden light over Kilimanjaro.
- Visit the Observation Hill, offering sweeping views of the park.
- Guided walking safari with Maasai warriors, learning about traditional tracking skills.
- Evening storytelling session around a campfire, sharing safari tales.
Day 7: Samburu National Reserve
- Drive to Samburu, home to unique wildlife like the reticulated giraffe and Grevy’s zebra.
- Afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River, a key water source for animals.
- Visit Buffalo Springs, a natural oasis attracting elephants and gazelles.
- Optional camel safari or guided bush walk for a unique wildlife experience.
- Sunset at the lodge, enjoying an authentic Samburu cultural dance performance.
Day 8: Full-Day Safari in Samburu
- Early morning game drive, best for spotting predators like cheetahs and leopards.
- Breakfast at the lodge before heading to Shaba National Reserve, known for its rugged beauty.
- Midday rest followed by an afternoon drive, tracking elephants and lions.
- Visit a Samburu village, experiencing traditional dances and local crafts.
- Evening bush dinner, dining under the stars with the sounds of the wild.
Day 9: Tsavo East & West National Parks
- Depart Samburu for Tsavo West, stopping at Mzima Springs, home to hippos and crocodiles.
- Visit the Shetani Lava Flow, a unique volcanic landscape.
- Afternoon game drive in Tsavo East, known for its red-dust-covered elephants.
- Explore Lugard Falls, where the Galana River cascades over smooth rock formations.
- Sunset drive to spot lions, cheetahs, and the elusive African wild dogs.
Day 10: Tsavo – Nairobi
- Early morning game drive, taking in the last wildlife sightings of your trip.
- Visit Aruba Dam, a popular watering hole for game viewing.
- Scenic drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon.
- Optional last-minute shopping or a farewell dinner before heading to the airport.
