Kenya Nature & Wildlife Tour

Welcome to Nairobi! You will be warmly welcomed by our local representative at Nairobi International Airport after landing. The guide will pick you up and go directly to the first stop, Amboseli National Park, which takes about 4-5 hours on the way. On arrival, you will check into the lodge and take a break. If time allows, we will enjoy a late afternoon game drive.

Tour Tips:
1. SIM Card: We suggest you buy a SIM card from Safaricom as it provides the best network which is ok for light use in national parks and reserves, while other operators’ cards may have no signals. It may cost you USD 7 for 7 GB of data, valid for 30 days. You can purchase one at its store at the exit of the airport, which opens from 8:00 to 21:00.
2. No Drones: Please avoid using drones since it is prohibited at national parks and reserves, or you may be fined. If you want to take high-resolution pictures of animals, a telephoto lens is enough.
3. Safety Tips: It is better not to hail loudly or wave your arms to animals while on safari as they may be irritated or scared off. In addition, please avoid leaning out of the window or groveling on the car when taking photos because it is dangerous.
4. Money & Tipping: You are advised to exchange enough Kenya Shilling (Ksh) in cash at the airport. Although the US dollar (USD) is also acceptable, using the Ksh is more welcomed and economical. If you want to tip your driver guide, Ksh 1,300 (USD 10) per person a day is suggested at the end of your safari.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Lodge (4 stars)

After breakfast, we will drive for around 6 hours to Lake Nakuru, a natural freshwater lake with stunning views.

Upon arrival in the afternoon, you will have a game drive to explore this bird-watching paradise, which was once one of the best places to admire flamingos. The alkaline water brought algal blooms to the lake, providing rich food for these pink birds. However, due to the deterioration of the environment, it is not suitable for flamingos to live anymore, so most of them migrated to Lake Bogoria. Although pink flamingos are much fewer than before, lesser white ones are still common. In addition, you can encounter other bird species, such as ostriches, cuckoos, plovers, and lapwings. Besides birds, Lake Nakuru is also home to endangered white and black rhinos and Rothchild's giraffes. If time permits, our guide will escort you to Baboon Cliff, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the surroundings.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge - one of the best lodges in the park

After breakfast, we will drive 2 hours to the Lake Naivasha National Park, one of Kenya's most beautiful freshwater lakes surrounded by swamps with lush papyrus.

★ Special Arrangement: Boat Tour to Get up Close to Hippos and Birds
In the center of the Lake Naivasha lies the Crescent Island, built by the production team of Out of Africa. They moved many herbivores, including zebras, wildebeests, and antelopes, to the island for the convenience of filming. When cruising over the lake, you can see them roaming and grazing near the shore. In addition, there are high populations of hippos in the lake. Keep your eyes open! They always lurk under the water and furtively poke their heads after the boat glides across. Want to see something more interesting? The freshwater resources attract more than 400 species of birds. So, it is easy to see the exciting scenes of fish birds dashing into the water to catch fish. Our guide will throw the fish into the sky to attract birds so that you can capture pictures of them close up.

Then, let’s head to the lodge and enjoy today’s lunch. In the afternoon, we will go to the Hell's Gate National Park nearby. It was said that the volcanic eruptions here brought massive disasters to Masai tribes 1,000 years ago. That is why it is given this horrible name. But actually, it is the safest national park in Kenya, as there are no predators, and it is one of the few parks you could visit out of the car. You can go hiking in the park to find various herbivores, such as zebras and antelopes. If you are interested, cycling is also a good way to explore this mysterious place. You can rent a bicycle on your own, costing USD 20 per person. Finally, we’ll return to the lodge for dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort (4 stars)

Today, we will drive around 4.5 hours to Kenya's most famous Masai Mara National Reserve, renowned for the African Big Five: lions, leopards, rhinoceros, elephants, and Cape buffalo. After checking into the camp, enjoy lunch and take a break. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a game drive in the reserve to feel the charm of the wild.

★ Spot the Biggest Mammal Migration - Spectacular Wildebeests Crossing the Mara!
From May to June, herds of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes migrate from Serengeti following the rains and cross the Mara River from July to September. As millions of herbivores enter Masai Mara, they will face not only big cats like lions and leopards but also more than 3,000 crocodiles lurking in the river. When these lemming-like migrators blindly jump into the water, it’s hunting time for these ‘killers.’ After the thrilling escape, the surviving wildebeests will be rewarded with richer and greener pastures.
► Note: It needs some luck to witness the spectacular scenes of the wildebeests crossing the river since there is no way to know the exact time of the herds to act. But it is easy to encounter large armies of these herbivores. If there is a message about the crossing, our guide will try his best to drive you to the spot at once, which will increase the opportunity to see the majestic scenes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp (4 stars)

Today will be the last day of your 7 days Kenya tour itinerary. After an early morning game drive, you will have breakfast in the camp. Afterward, we will drive for around 5.5 hours back to Nairobi International Airport for your departure flight. Bon Voyage!

If you want to admire more wildlife, Tanzania is another good choice! With a larger area and lower tourist density, it offers you a chance to spot animals quieter and closer up. Please check Tanzania tours on our website or contact our travel consultant for more information. It’s our great honor to continue to serve you!

Meal: Breakfast