Kenya Big Five Safari
10 days—Experience the best of Kenya through Amboseli, Ol Pejeta, Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara with Big Five game drives.
$3995-4400 USD
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Safari summary
Embark on an unforgettable safari through Kenya's most celebrated wildlife destinations, combining breathtaking scenery, exceptional game viewing, and authentic African hospitality. This carefully crafted journey takes you to Amboseli National Park, where large elephant herds roam beneath the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro; Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to the world's last two northern white rhinos and a thriving population of black rhinos and chimpanzees; Samburu National Reserve, famous for the unique Samburu Special Five; the misty forests of Aberdare National Park; the wildlife-rich plains of Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, and abundant bird life and the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, home to the Big Five and the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration from July to October. Travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced professional guide, enjoy handpicked lodges and tented camps, and experience unforgettable game drives that showcase Kenya's remarkable wildlife, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural heritage
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, December | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
- Sightseeing | shopping | markets
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- International flights
- Laundry
- Park fees
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Amboseli
Meet your guide in Nairobi and drive south to Amboseli National Park. Arrive in time for lunch before an afternoon game drive. Search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and cheetahs against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Overnight: Amboseli National Park Meals: Lunch & Dinner
AA Lodges, Kibo Tented Camp
Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Amboseli
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. Visit Observation Hill for panoramic views and enjoy excellent opportunities for wildlife photography. Highlights Large elephant herds Mount Kilimanjaro views Lions, hyenas, cheetahs Rich birdlife Overnight: Amboseli National Park Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
AA Lodges, Kibo Tented Camp/Similar
Amboseli – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Mount Kenya
After breakfast, travel through the scenic Kenyan highlands to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and visit the endangered rhino sanctuary. Highlights Northern white rhinos Chimpanzee Sanctuary (optional) Black and white rhinos Big Five wildlife Overnight: Ol Pejeta Conservancy Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Kibo Tented Camp, Sopa/Similar
Ol Pejeta – Samburu National Reserv
Samburu
Depart after breakfast for Samburu National Reserve, crossing the Equator en route. Arrive for lunch before an afternoon game drive. Highlights Grevy's zebra Reticulated giraffe Gerenuk Somali ostrich Beisa oryx Overnight: Samburu National Reserve Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
AA Lodges,/Sopa Lodge
Full Day Samburu Park
Samburu
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives along the Ewaso Nyiro River, renowned for its concentration of wildlife. Highlights Leopards Lions Elephants Samburu Special Five Excellent birdwatching Overnight: Samburu National Reserve Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Samburu Sopa Lodge / Ashnil Samburu Camp or simila
Samburu – Aberdare National Park
Samburu
After breakfast, drive to Aberdare National Park. Check into your lodge and spend the afternoon watching wildlife from the viewing decks as animals visit the nearby waterhole. Highlights Forest elephants Buffaloes Bushbucks Giant forest hogs Overnight: Aberdare National Park Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The Ark Lodge
Aberdare -Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, travel to Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, lions, leopards, and waterbirds. Highlights Black and white rhinos Rothschild's giraffe Flamingos (seasonal) Lions and leopards Overnight: Lake Nakuru National Park Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National
Masai Mara
Depart after breakfast for the Maasai Mara, arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the vast savannahHighlights Big Five Endless plains Spectacular wildlife photography Overnight: Maasai Mara National Reserve Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Keekorock Lodge/Similar
Full Day in Maasai Mara
Masai Mara
Spend the day exploring Kenya's most famous wildlife reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. During the migration season (July–October), witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara River. Highlights Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal) Lions, cheetahs, leopards Elephants Hippos and crocodiles Optional Maasai village visit or hot air balloon safari Overnight: Maasai Mara National Reserve Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Ashnil Mara Camp / Fig Tree Camp / Keekorock Lodg
Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Masai Mara
Enjoy a final early morning game drive (optional), followed by breakfast. Depart for Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Meals: Breakfast
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