How to Plan the Ultimate Luxury Wildlife Safari in Kenya
Ultimate Luxury Wildlife Safari in Kenya
Are you planning an unforgettable wildlife adventure in East Africa? Iconic Africa Safaris brings you this incredible 12-Day Luxury Safari through Kenya’s most spectacular national parks and reserves. You’ll witness the Big Five, encounter rare northern white rhinos, and experience the legendary Great Migration. From Mount Kilimanjaro’s majestic backdrop in Amboseli to the endless plains of Masai Mara, this journey offers incredible wildlife sightings and luxury accommodations throughout your stay.
What Makes this Safari Special
This luxury safari covers five distinct wildlife destinations across Kenya. First, you’ll explore Amboseli National Park with its famous elephant herds and Mount Kilimanjaro views. Next, you’ll visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy to see the world’s last two northern white rhinos. Then, you’ll discover Samburu’s unique “Special Five” animals found nowhere else in Kenya.
Additionally, you’ll witness thousands of pink flamingos at Lake Nakuru. Finally, you’ll experience the world-famous Masai Mara, home to the Great Migration and year-round Big Five sightings. Each destination offers luxury tented camps and lodges with full-board meals included.
Package Cost Includes
Your safari package covers all essential travel needs. Park entrance fees for all five destinations come included in the price. Professional English-speaking guides drive you in comfortable 4×4 safari vehicles throughout the trip. Luxury accommodations and all meals follow the full-board meal plan at each location.
Furthermore, the package includes domestic flights and ground transfers between parks. All scheduled activities and game drives appear in your detailed itinerary. Government taxes and service charges complete your comprehensive safari package.
Day-by-Day Safari Journey
Day 1: Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Your safari adventure begins when you land at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. Your representative meets you after you complete immigration procedures. They then transfer you to your luxury city hotel for check-in and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Fair Acres Boutique Hotel or The Emakoko with bed and breakfast included.
Day 2: Transfer to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, you’ll travel from vibrant Nairobi to Amboseli National Park near the Tanzania border. Once you arrive, you’ll settle into your luxury tented camp and enjoy lunch. Amboseli features magnificent elephant herds and breathtaking Mount Kilimanjaro views. You’ll spot large groups of tusked elephants wandering across the plains. Other wildlife includes hippos, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, lions, and wild dogs. Your afternoon game drive introduces you to this spectacular park.
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge or Tulia Amboseli Lodge with full board meals.
Day 3: Full Day Game Drives in Amboseli
Your whole day in Amboseli feels like stepping into a wildlife movie. When the sun rises, elephants walk around towering and calm while giraffes munch on leaves. Lions take their morning nap under big trees alongside buffalo, zebras, and wildebeest against Mount Kilimanjaro’s snowy peaks.
At lunchtime, you’ll enjoy a picnic break surrounded by nature’s sounds. The afternoon adventure continues with more animals appearing. Bird lovers will see flamingos near lakes and colorful birds flying overhead. The day ends with an amazing sunset view from a hill as the sky paints itself gold and orange.
Day 4: Transfer to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast, you’ll travel to Ol Pejeta Conservancy with a lunch stop along the way. You’ll enjoy stunning Mount Kenya views during your journey. Upon arrival, you’ll check into your hotel then embark on an evening game drive. Ol Pejeta houses East Africa’s largest black rhino sanctuary and the world’s last two northern white rhinos. This conservancy also features Kenya’s only place to see chimpanzees.
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp or Ol Pejeta Bush Camp with full board meals.
Day 5: Game Drives in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Your day begins with spectacular rhinoceros encounters. This sanctuary holds East Africa’s largest black rhino population in their natural habitat. Most importantly, you’ll observe the world’s last two critically endangered northern white rhinos under 24-hour protection.
Beyond rhinos, you’ll see elephants crossing plains and zebras grazing in grasslands. The highlight includes visiting chimpanzees at Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary for remarkable glimpses into these intelligent primates. You’ll encounter giraffes, buffalo, and various bird species against Ol Pejeta’s stunning landscapes.
Day 6: Transfer to Samburu National Reserve
Your journey takes you from Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Samburu National Reserve‘s enchanting landscapes. After breakfast, you’ll embark on a scenic drive enjoying changing scenery. The route provides Mount Kenya glimpses and diverse terrains transitioning from lush grasslands to Samburu’s arid beauty. You’ll settle into your bush camp for the night
Accommodation: Ashnil Samburu Camp or Samburu Sopa Lodge with full board meals.
Day 7: Samburu National Reserve Exploration
Your day begins with golden sunrays over stunning landscapes creating a magical backdrop. Samburu features the famous “Special Five” – reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk. You’ll enjoy thrilling game drives along Ewaso Nyiro River’s scenic banks.
You’ll spot elephants moving through acacia-dotted terrain and lions resting under ancient trees. Watch for elusive leopards and marvel at vibrant birdlife including lilac-breasted rollers and soaring eagles. Beisa oryx with elegant horns and acrobatic reticulated giraffes add enchantment to your experience.
Day 8: Transfer to Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, your safari vehicle travels through picturesque terrains from Samburu’s arid beauty to Lake Nakuru’s lush surroundings. You’ll see rural life and the Great Rift Valley along winding roads. Upon arrival, Lake Nakuru appears adorned with striking pink flamingo hues. This park offers sanctuary for both black and white rhinos plus diverse wildlife. After checking into Lake Nakuru Lodge or The Cliff, you’ll enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and buffalo with full board meals.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge or The Cliff
Day 9: Transfer to Masai Mara
Your safari vehicle crosses diverse terrains from Nakuru’s green surroundings to Masai Mara’s expansive savannas. You’ll see rural villages, Great Rift Valley vistas, and Kenya’s changing countryside beauty. Anticipation builds for encountering Masai Mara’s unparalleled wildlife spectacle in Africa’s most renowned reserve.
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp or Kichwa Tembo tented camp with full board.
Days 10-11: Masai Mara National Reserve
Game drives reveal rich wildlife collections from regal lions and graceful giraffes to thundering wildebeest and zebra herds. The famous Mara River adds thrilling dimensions with lurking crocodiles during Great Migration crossings. Each savanna turn reveals new safari story chapters making Masai Mara an exhilarating nature haven.
You’ll visit a Masai village for cultural immersion experiencing vibrant traditional attire, rhythmic songs, and intricate beadwork. You’ll engage in lively dances, learn age-old traditions, and witness expert craftsmanship. The Masai people share their customs offering unique perspectives on nature coexistence.
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp or Kichwa Tembo tented camp with full board.
Day 12: Return to Nairobi
You can choose air transfer for scenic aerial perspectives soaring above vast savannas and landscapes. Small aircraft provide sweeping Masai Mara views of endless plains and meandering Mara River from above. Alternatively, safari vehicle travel shows changing terrains from open savannas to cultivated lands while witnessing rural life and local communities offering deeper insights into Kenya’s diverse cultural tapestry.
No accommodation included unless requested at extra cost.
