Description
Day 0: Arrive in Nairobi- Aug 18, 2025
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, and after a brief introduction, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Nairobi for check-in.
Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park (by road)- Aug 19, 2025
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive to Amboseli National Park. Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge/camp, followed by an afternoon game drive.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli- Aug 20, 2025
On your second day, start with an early morning game drive—this is the best time to catch predators before they retreat from the rising heat. After breakfast, visit Observation Hill for panoramic views of the park and its wetlands. You can also opt for a cultural visit to a nearby Maasai village to learn about local traditions. After lunch and a bit of relaxation, go for an evening game drive to spot more wildlife and enjoy a classic African sunset.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Full Day in Amboseli- Aug 21, 2025
The third day is another opportunity to explore Amboseli in depth. You can choose to do a full-day game drive with a packed picnic lunch or split your day into morning and evening drives, returning to the lodge for a restful midday break. Keep your camera ready for the famous large elephant herds, hippos near the swamps, and the dramatic backdrop of Kilimanjaro on clear days.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Amboseli to Masai Mara (by flight)- Aug 22, 2025
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Masai Mara. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the iconic reserve.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Full Day in Masai Mara- Aug 23, 2025
On your fifth day, rise early for a morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Return for breakfast and enjoy some downtime or explore optional activities such as a nature walk or a visit to a nearby Maasai village (extra costs). After lunch, head out again for an evening game drive, keeping an eye out for big cats, giraffes, and wildebeest. Return to camp for dinner and relax under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Full Day in Masai Mara- Aug 24, 2025
Day six offers a chance to spend the full day on safari. With a packed picnic lunch, venture deeper into the reserve, possibly reaching the Mara River—famous for dramatic wildebeest crossings during the migration season. Enjoy sightings of crocodiles, hippos, and the Mara’s incredible birdlife. Return in the late afternoon for dinner and another overnight stay in the heart of the reserve.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Full Day in Masai Mara- Aug 25, 2025
On your seventh day, you may opt for another full-day safari or split the day with morning and evening drives. This is the perfect opportunity to track animals you may have missed, such as cheetahs or elusive leopards. If you’re looking for something extra special, consider a sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne bush breakfast. End your day with a final dinner in the wild.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Masai Mara to Hell’s Gate National Park (by road)- Aug 26, 2025
After breakfast, drive to Hell’s Gate National Park, arriving in the afternoon. Enjoy optional biking or hiking through the dramatic landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Hell’s Gate to Nairobi- Aug 27, 2025
After a relaxed morning, transfer back to Nairobi. Drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast
Safari Cost
Option 1: 1 Room with kids sharing parent’s room
USD 5, 000 per adult sharing and USD 3, 700 per child sharing. Total USD 17, 400 (4 Pax)
Eka Hotel https://ekahotel.com/gallery/
Kilima Safari Camp https://madahotels.com/kilima-safari-camp/
Tipilikwani Mara Camp https://www.atua-enkop.com/tipilikwani-mara
Lake Naivasha Resort https://superiorhotelskenya.com/lake-naivasha-resort/
Option 2: 2 Rooms with kids in their room
USD 5, 000 per adult sharing and USD 4, 090 per child in own room. Total USD 18, 180 (4 Pax)
Eka Hotel https://ekahotel.com/gallery/
Kilima Safari Camp https://madahotels.com/kilima-safari-camp/
Tipilikwani Mara Camp https://www.atua-enkop.com/tipilikwani-mara
Lake Naivasha Resort https://superiorhotelskenya.com/lake-naivasha-resort/
Inclusions
- 9 Nights accommodation (1 night in Nairobi + 8 nights on safari)
- Meals on full board meal plan on safari and breakfast only in Nairobi
- Airport to hotel transfer on arrival in Nairobi
- One-way flight tickets (Amboseli-Masai Mara)
- Return transport in a pop-up roof safari land cruiser
- Exclusive game drives with a professional guide driver
- Use of hotel facilities
- Park entry fees
Excludes:
- Balloon safari- USD 480 per person
- Maasai village visit- USD 50 each
- Any items not mentioned above
- Guide tips recommended $10 per person per day