Kenya Complete Comfort: 12N/13D
Day Wise Itinerary
- Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi, where you will be met and assisted for a private transfer to your comfort-category hotel. After check-in and time to relax from the flight, you may enjoy a gentle orientation of the city depending on arrival time.
- Nairobi is the only capital city in the world with a national park at its doorstep, and today is kept light to acclimatize.
- Overnight stay in Nairobi.
- After breakfast, set out for a curated Nairobi sightseeing experience. Visit the Giraffe Centre, where you can hand-feed endangered Rothschild giraffes, followed by the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, a deeply moving conservation experience (subject to visiting hours).
- Later, explore the Karen Blixen Museum, former home of the “Out of Africa” author, giving insight into colonial Kenya. The afternoon includes time at the Kazuri Beads Women’s Cooperative or local craft markets. Return to the hotel for a relaxed evening.
- Overnight in Nairobi.
- After breakfast, depart by private road transfer to Amboseli National Park (approx. 4–5 hours), driving through rural Kenya with views of Mount Kilimanjaro appearing as you approach the park. Arrive at your safari lodge in time for lunch.
- In the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive, famous for large elephant herds roaming against the backdrop of snow-capped Kilimanjaro. Expect sightings of lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species.
- Dinner and overnight stay inside or near Amboseli.
- Today is dedicated entirely to Amboseli. Early morning and late afternoon game drives offer the best wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. Between safaris, relax at the lodge and enjoy views of Kilimanjaro when weather permits.
- Amboseli is also rich in Maasai culture, and a optional Maasai village visit can be arranged to understand local traditions.
- Overnight stay in Amboseli.
- After breakfast, depart Amboseli and travel by road to Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley (approx. 6–7 hours including scenic stops).
- The landscape changes dramatically to volcanic escarpments and freshwater lakes. On arrival, check into your lakeside lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on Lake Naivasha, spotting hippos, fish eagles, and abundant birdlife, followed by a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, where you walk among giraffes and antelope.
- Overnight stay at Lake Naivasha.
- After breakfast, explore Hell’s Gate National Park, known for its dramatic gorges, cliffs, geothermal activity, and wildlife viewed on foot or bicycle (optional).
- This park inspired the landscapes of The Lion King. Return to the lodge for lunch and spend the afternoon at leisure enjoying the serene lakeside environment.
- Overnight stay at Lake Naivasha.
- Post breakfast, depart for the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve (approx. 5–6 hours). Arrive at your safari lodge or tented camp in time for lunch.
- In the afternoon, set out on a thrilling game drive across endless savannahs, home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. The Mara is also renowned for cheetahs and vast plains teeming with wildlife.
- Overnight stay in Masai Mara.
- Enjoy a full day of safari adventures with morning and afternoon game drives, or opt for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch inside the reserve.
- Depending on season (July–October), witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, one of the world’s greatest natural spectacles. Optional experiences include a hot air balloon safari at sunrise, followed by a champagne bush breakfast.
- Overnight stay in Masai Mara.
- After breakfast, transfer to the nearby airstrip for a scheduled light aircraft flight back to Nairobi (approx. 1 hour), avoiding long road travel and maintaining comfort.
- Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel near the airport or city. The afternoon is free for shopping or relaxation.
- Overnight stay in Nairobi.
- After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Mombasa (approx. 1 hour). On arrival, private transfer to your beach resort along Diani Beach or North Coast.
- Spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the Indian Ocean, white sands, and resort facilities.
- Overnight stay at the beach resort.
- Today is dedicated to coastal relaxation. You may opt for a marine excursion to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, with snorkeling and dolphin spotting, or simply enjoy spa treatments and beach time.
- The Swahili culture, warm waters, and palm-lined beaches offer a perfect contrast to safari days.
- Overnight stay in Mombasa.
- After breakfast, explore Mombasa Old Town, Fort Jesus (UNESCO World Heritage Site), spice markets, and Swahili architecture reflecting Arab, Portuguese, and African influences.
- Return to the resort for a relaxed evening by the sea.
- Overnight stay in Mombasa.
- After breakfast, transfer to Moi International Airport, Mombasa, for your international departure, concluding your unforgettable Kenya journey combining wildlife, landscapes, culture, and beach relaxation.
Inclusions
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Private tour for you and your group. -
14 nights accommodation at a hotel or similar
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Tours as per above mentioned itinerary [PVT / SIC]
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Daily breakfast
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English-speaking driver
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Entry fees as per itinerary
Exclusions
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International Flight (Return) -
GST & TCS
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Visa and Insurance
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Tipping and Personal Expenses
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Meals (lunch, dinner): $ 10 - 15 / meal (without transfer)
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Guide
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Luggage van (if needed)
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Extra hour transport at $ 20 - 40 / hour
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Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions
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