This 10 days Kenya Wildlife safari draws the best of Kenya for wildlife experience seekers. The safari starts with a visit to Lake Naivasha afresh Water Lake with several bird species to Lake Nakuru national park home to the flamingos and Pelicans and the endangered Rhinos. The Maasai Mara which is a huge expanse of breathtaking endless plains and abundant wildlife. Then, our tour extends to Amboseli where we pip the Mount Kilimanjaro, and a visit here offers great game. Every day of the safari starts with Breakfast at your lodge, lunch at afternoon hours at various restaurants and dinner still at your lodge.
Trip Summary
- Day 1: Arrival to Nairobi
- Day 2: Transfer to Lake Naivasha
- Day 3: Explore Lake Nakuru
- Day 4: Transfer to Hells gate National Park
- Day 5: Transfer to Maasai Mara
- Day 6 & 7: Game drive in Maasai Mara
- Day 8: Transfer to Amboseli National park
- Day 9: Explore the supernatural Amboseli
- Day 10: Transfer to Nairobi for Departure Flight
Detailed Trip
Day 1: Arrival to Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport where your guide picks you and transfer to your selected lodge/hotel in Nairobi city for the overnight.
Dinner and overnight: Fairmont the Norfolk
Day 2: Transfer to Lake Naivasha
Depart from Nairobi this morning and transfer to Lake Naivasha in the Rift Valley region. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of this region and later check in to your lodge. In the afternoon, with lunch en-route will take a boat ride on Lake Naivasha to explore this beautify, then consider an evening short nature walk as you relish the gift of nature. Here you will drive to check-in at your lodge for the overnight.
Dinner and overnight: Chui Lodge
Day 3: Explore Lake Nakuru
Day 3, you will depart to Lake Nakuru with packed lunch and have a full day tour of the park. Flocks of greater and lesser flamingos are found on this Lake which turns pink hence it is dubbed the pink lake. It is also home to the endangered black and white Rhino, the big cats and other wildlife except the elephants.
Dinner and overnight: Chui Lodge
Day 4: Transfer to Hells gate National Park
Transfer to Hells gate national park and explore the park a unique rewarding nature walk, or can simply consider a cycling safari in the park. Adore the diverse wildlife and landscape as you walk around this park with scenery right out of the lion king. Visit the geothermal plants and take a joyful swim. Use the evening hours to visit the Maasai Mara community center located in the park to learn more about the Maasai tribe and also contribute to its preservation.
Dinner and overnight: Chui Lodge
Day 5: Transfer to Maasai Mara
Today, you shall transfer from Lake Naivasha and drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve., the Kenya’s most popular protected area, and a drive is about 5 hours, Or can consider a short scheduled domestic flight which is only 45 minutes. Reaching the game reserve in the afternoon hours, have your lunch and relax for a late afternoon magnificent game viewing drive.
Dinner and overnight: Kichwa Tembo
Day 6 & 7: Game drive in Maasai Mara
At least two days are perfect to joyfully explore the Masai land in various ways. One way will be a game viewing adventure for the Kenya’s finest wildlife, the game drives take us in search of Africa’s big five and other wildlife inhabiting this vast game reserve. You will also have an option for a cultural visit to a Maasai village and a balloon safari to explore the park from the air. During the migration season, enjoy view of the wildebeest and other wildlife migrating and crossing the river as the crocodiles target them for a meal.
Dinner and overnight: Kichwa Tembo
Day 8: Transfer to Amboseli National park
Take a flight from Masia Mara to Nairobi where you will be transferred by road to Amboseli. After short rest embark on a late afternoon tour of the park. Taking a drive from Masai Mara to Amboseli is a 9hours drive, get well prepared for this drive in case you consider a drive.
Dinner and overnight: Kibo Safari Camp
Day 9: Explore the supernatural Amboseli
Use this full day to explore what Amboseli has to offer for adventure. This park is known for its large elephant herds and views of the beautiful Mount Kilimanjaro across the border in Tanzania. Depending on the season of the travel Lake Amboseli might have water or be dry.
Dinner and overnight: Kibo Safari Camp
Day 10: Transfer to Nairobi for Departure Flight
A drive from Amboseli to Nairobi is about 5hours, and a flight is for 35 minutes, so you will depart for Nairobi and reaching the capital will be dropped at the airport or at your lodge.
4×4 Car Hire FAQ
When is best month for Self drive Safari in East Africa?
For the best game viewing self-drive safari, mid -June, July, August, September October are ideal months.
April to May (the ‘long rains’) and November to December (the ‘short rains’).
How much does a self drive safari cost in East Africa?
A budget 4×4 self drive safari is from USD 1000 to USD 2000.
Is it safe to drive in East Africa?
Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania are more Safer. With taking standard precautions Uganda too is safe.
What comes with my camping gear?
- Roof Top Tent
- Sleeping Pads with a Pillow
- Camping Stove
- Cookware and Utensils
- Storage box / Cooler
- Lanterns/Flashlights
- Portable Chairs and Table
- Camping Lights/Headlamps
- First Aid Kit
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