Today will start with breakfast and then on to the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. The baby elephants are brought from the national park for a mud-bath at the orphanage, where for an hour you get to experience an up close encounter with them.  The orphanage is proud to have saved over 150 orphaned infant elephants, who would otherwise have perished. The baby elephants  (ranging in age from a few months to three years) are raised at the orphanage with the goal of gradually reintegrating them into the wild. 

Next you will visit the renowned Giraffe Centre  founded to protect the endangered Rothschild giraffe. During your visit here you will be given a rare opportunity to get up close to these gentle giants in this natural sanctuary.

Enjoy lunch at the Karen Blixen coffee garden and explore the Karen Blixen Museum for a glimpse into the fascinating world of this pioneer coffee farmer, who achieved world fame through her highly- acclaimed memoir, “Out of Africa”.  She departed Africa after a series of personal tragedies and her lovely colonial house has been preserved as a museum.  

Today your visit helps amazing wildlife conservation efforts and supports local artisans. A highlight is a tour of the beautiful Kazuri Bead Factory that employs disadvantaged members of Kenyan society, especially single mothers.  The mission of the factory is to provide sustainable jobs to the local woman of Nairobi and contribute to the fair trade market.

Souvenir shoppers are in for a treat as later you will be visiting the Utamaduni Crafts Centre. Utamaduni is a large crafts emporium and easily one of the best places to souvenir shop in Nairobi.  An added bonus is that a portion of all proceeds goes to local conservation and other charitable projects.

Next we will return to the hotel so you can relax before a Welcome Cocktail Hour later that evening. 

Accommodations: 

Sarova Stanley Hotel

-breakfast & lunch-

After breakfast , you will head north to the Samburu National Reserve, set in the rugged semi-arid northern region with spectacular scenic landscape. Arrive at your camp to a warm welcome then lunch and a short siesta before heading for an afternoon game viewing drive. 

The Samburu region is the best place to find several endemic Northern species; including the Gerenuk (twiga gazelle), the beisa Oryx, the Reticulated Giraffe, the Somali ostrich and Grevy’s Zebra. Samburu is also an ornithological paradise, home to many birds including local species such as the Palm Nut Vulture and the Vivacious Dove. Leopards can also sometimes be seen at dusk. 

Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Accommodations: 

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

-breakfast, lunch & dinner-

Spend today with morning and afternoon game viewing drives in both the Samburu and the Buffalo Springs game reserves. These game reserves provide some of the best and most colorful game viewing in the country. The Ewaso Nyiro River which meanders through the vast dry and doum palm dominated reserve, brings life along the green and scenic river banks and is home and refuge to many wildlife. Meals and overnight at our camp. 

Accommodations:
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

-Bubbly Bush Breakfast, lunch & dinner-

Optional Activity - Visit to a Samburu Manyatta to see how the tribe lives in this harsh environment.

After breakfast we depart for Lake Nakuru National Park with a brief stop at the Thompson's Falls for a breath-taking view of the great scenery arriving in time for lunch. The park is renowned for its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes. 

Wildlife and Landscape Highlights include:

• Baboon Cliff - This vantage point offers a panoramic view of the park and is a great spot to take in the surrounding scenery, including the lake and the escarpment.

• Lion Hill - Another excellent lookout that provides sweeping views and a chance to spot the diverse wildlife that frequents the area along with the park’s resident lions.

• Mau Escarpment - This is part of the Great Rift Valley and offers dramatic views of the park’s landscape. 

• Lions - The prides here are known to be quite active, so keep your eyes peeled for them lounging or hunting.
• Rothschild’s Giraffe - One of the rarest giraffe subspecies, easily identifiable by its unique coat pattern.
• Rhinos - Both black and white rhinos are found in the park, and it’s one of the best places to see these endangered species up close.
• Birdlife - With over 300 species, including flamingos and various raptors, bird watching here is amazing.

As you wind down your day with dinner at the lodge, you’ll have time to reflect on the day’s adventures and the beautiful natural surroundings. 

Accommodations:
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

- breakfast lunch, & dinner -

Your itinerary for the day will be another immersive wildlife experience.

Following breakfast, you will head out for a morning game drive.  This is a great time to see predators on the move and other animals starting their day. 

After the morning drive, you will head back to the lodge to relax and enjoy a delicious afternoon meal. 

This afternoon you will explore the park further on another fabulous game viewing drive.  The light is great this time of day to capture stunning photos as you encounter different wildlife behaviors as animals prepare for the evening.

After the drive, head back to the lodge to enjoy a relaxing dinner.

Accommodations:
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

- breakfast, lunch, &  dinner -

After breakfast, you will be driven to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, backdrop to the “greatest wildlife spectacle on earth”, the annual migration of over one million wildebeest. The drive offers a scenic transition from Lake Nakuru to the vast savanna of the Mara.  The Maasai Mara National Reserve is an extension of the Serengeti National Park and is named for the Maasai tribes people (the traditional inhabitants of the area) and the Mara River which divides it.

Your three days in the Maasai Mara offer a fantastic opportunity for extensive wildlife viewing and exploration. The waters of the Mara River are home to crocodile and hippo, while the woodlands and forests are favored by leopard and elephant.  

During your visit to the Masai Mara you may have the chance to see all of the "Big Five" (the term was originally coined by big-game hunters to refer to the five most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on foot):  

-Lions (the Mara is home to the largest population of lions in Kenya)

-Cape buffalo

-Savanna elephant

-Black rhino

-Leopard

You'll also have the chance to see other fascinating animals like Masai giraffes, impalas, waterbucks, and gazelles.

Arrive at camp and enjoy a delicious and relaxing lunch.  This afternoon you will embark on your first afternoon game drive in the Maasai Mara. 

Share your game drive stories during an evening Cocktail hour.

Accommodations:
Sarova Mara Game Camp

- breakfast, lunch & dinner -

You will have a couple of different options for your game drives on Days 8 & 9:

Option 1:

You will be leaving early as the cool morning hours are ideal for catching wildlife while it's most active. 

Mid afternoon you will head back to camp for a leisurely lunch and a chance to relax. In the afternoon you will set out again to explore different areas of the reserve, keeping an eye out for the elusive Big Five.

Option 2:

You will spend the entire day on safari, stopping for a picnic-style lunch mid day.  This option allows you to cover more ground and visit different habitats within the Mara.

After a full day of adventure, everyone will return to camp for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodations:
Sarova Mara Game Camp

- breakfast, lunch & dinner (Bush dinner on Day 9) -

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: Balloon Safari over the Mara plains followed by a champagne breakfast (additional cost)

As you depart, take with you the memories of a remarkable adventure—safaris, stunning landscapes, and unique encounters with wildlife. Your time in Africa has been extraordinary, and the experiences and friendships you’ve made are sure to be cherished for years to come. Safe travels and may your next journey be just as enriching!

This morning you will enjoy breakfast then check-out of your lodge . Unbelievable but true, your time in Africa has come to an end. 

Departing your final safari lodge you will be transported to the local airstrip for you flight to Nairobi.  Lunch will be at the world famous Carnivore Restaurant known for it's unique courses and plentiful servings.

Relax in style, as a day room has been reserved for you at the Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel while you wait for your transfer to the Jomo Kenyatta International airport for your final flight home.  

As you prepare to depart, know that you’re leaving behind a legacy of special moments and new friendships forged from a truly unique and extraordinary experience—one that only a fortunate few have had the chance to witness. 

- breakfast & lunch -

• Arrival transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

• Half Board Accommodation in Nairobi – breakfast

• Full Board Accommodation while on safari – breakfast + lunch + dinner

• Meals as stated in the itinerary

• Park entrance fees

• Public viewing at Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage

• Services of a professional English speaking guide driver

• Game viewing drives as stated in the itinerary

• Unlimited supply of drinking mineral water in the vehicle while on safari

• Use of a custom designed pop-up roof safari land cruiser while on safari

• Flight (Masai Mara – Wilson)

• Round trip international airfare, air taxes and fuel surcharges

• All items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, phone calls, etc.

• Gratuities/tips for hotel staff and lodge staff, game rangers, tour guides and drivers

• All tours, entrance fees and transfers not specified in the inclusions above.

• All services not included in the itinerary

• Costs of obtaining passports and/or Visas

• Travel Protection is required by African Travel, Inc. and must meet their minimum requirements 

$6999 per person based on double occupancy 

(Single Room Supplement of $895)

A non-refundable deposit of 25% of the total/person tour cost is required at time of booking to confirm arrangements.

Final Non-Refundable Payment is due on or before June 20th, 2025

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