Day 1
Arrive in Nairobi
Welcome to Kenya! Upon arrival in Nairobi, a Trafalgar Representative will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. This evening, join your fellow adventurers and Driver Guide for a delightful Welcome Reception at the renowned Carnivore restaurant, a perfect start to your safari adventure.
Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel Nairobi or similar
Meals Included: Welcome Reception
Day 2
Nairobi- Aberdare National Reserve
Journey from Nairobi's buzz to the serene Aberdare National Park in a 4x4. En route, enjoy a unique Be My Guest experience with Elizabeth, a local farmer in Kenya's highlands. Relish her freshly baked scones and coffee from her plantation. Explore her farm before a local lunch. Tonight, stay at The Ark Lodge, a Trafalgar Stays With Stories destination, promising exceptional bird and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Accommodation: The Ark Lodge or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Aberdare National Park- Samburu National Reserve
Departing the verdant Kenya highlands, we head to Samburu National Reserve's arid terrain. Here, seek the 'Samburu Special 5', including unique species like Grevy's Zebra and Reticulated Giraffe, native to northern Kenya. Tonight's stay is at a luxury tented camp along the tranquil Ewaso Nyiro River.
Accommodation: Ashnil Samburu Camp or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Samburu National Reserve
Samburu National Reserve, renowned from the book and movie "Born Free," was Elsa the lioness's home. Start with a morning game drive through acacia forests and grasslands, seeking wildlife. Post relaxation at your camp, venture back into the savannah for a late afternoon game drive.
Accommodation: Ashnil Samburu Camp or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Samburu National Reserve- Ol Pejeta
Today, explore Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a key site for Africa's rhino conservation and a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Learn about anti-poaching efforts in East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary and snap photos at the equator line. Visit Sweetwaters Sanctuary's orphaned chimpanzees, then observe wildlife at your accommodation's floodlit waterhole.
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp Ol Pejeta or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Ol Pejeta- Lake Nakuru
Prepare your camera for a stop at the breathtaking Thomson's Falls. Next, explore Lake Nakuru National Park, a haven for bird enthusiasts. Later, accompany your Driver Guide on an afternoon game drive, seeking lions and leopards, and witness pink flamingos adorning the lakeshore.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Lake Nakuru- Maasai Mara National Reserve
Head to the famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, your base for two nights. While there, take time to visit your lodge's watering hole, a frequent spot for observing large pods of hippos in their natural habitat.
Accommodation: Keekorok Lodge Maasai Mara Game Reserve or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Gear up for a thrilling full-day safari in Maasai Mara's expansive wilderness. In between searching for the Big 5, visit a Maasai village for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Witness the vibrant warriors' jumping displays and delve into their daily life. Enjoy a bush picnic, surrounded by the vibrant birdlife of Bee-eaters, Rollers, and Hoopoes.
Accommodation: Keekorok Lodge Maasai Mara Game Reserve or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9
Maasai Mara National Reserve- Nairobi to Depart
Concluding your Kenyan safari, head back to Nairobi. A day room awaits at the Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport Hotel for pre-flight relaxation. Learn about your complimentary airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers. Note: Travel includes a 4x4 safari vehicle over varied terrains, ensuring an authentic journey.
Included Meals: Breakfast
