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Grand Kenya Safari

13 Days / 12 Nights

Ol Pejeta, Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Tsavo & Amboseli


Budget itinerary are designed for those seeking an affordable yet immersive safari experience, without compromising on quality or adventure.


Highlights of the itinerary:


Embark on a 13-day safari to see Kenya’s top wildlife parks. Spot big cats in the wide plains of the Masai Mara. See elephants and views of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Amboseli. Visit Lake Nakuru, known for flamingos and rhinos. Explore the dry, wild lands of Samburu with rare animals. At Ol Pejeta, get close to endangered species. End your trip in the vast Tsavo East and Tsavo West, home to red elephants and stunning scenery. Expect amazing wildlife, diverse landscapes, and rich Kenyan culture.


Day 1: Nairobi – Ol Pejeta

  • Depart from Nairobi early morning around 7 AM and head toward Ol Pejeta conservancy with

    a transfer time of 5 hours..

  • Arrive in time for lunch and check-in at your camp or lodge.

  • In the afternoon at 3:00 PM , enjoy your first game drive in Ol Pejeta conservancy. This conservancy is known for its leading rhino and chimpanzee conservation efforts. It offers excellent Big Five sightings and diverse wildlife.

  • At 6 PM, return to the lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.


Meal Plan: Lunch and dinner

Day 2: Ol Pejeta – Samburu

  • Check out from your lodge with packed breakfast and enjoy a final morning game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy where you will have the last opportunity to spot wildlife and take in the reserve’s scenic beauty.

  • Afterward, exit the conservancy around 9 AM and proceed to Samburu National park.

  • Arrive at your lodge or camp for lunch and check in.

  • Embark on an evening game drive at 4 PM in Samburu Nation park. This unique reserve is known for its "Samburu Special Five," a collection of species not found in other parts of Kenya's south. Keep your eyes peeled for the Grévy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and the long-necked gerenuk.


Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 3: Full Day in Samburu

  • Begin your second day in Samburu with an early morning game drive at 6 AM, ideal for spotting predators in the cool dawn hours

  • Enjoy your packed breakfast and return to camp for lunch and enjoy a relaxed afternoon.

  • In the late afternoon around 3:30 PM, head out for another game drive focused on Samburu’s unique wildlife, including the Samburu Special Five. The day offers a balance of adventure and leisure in the heart of the reserve.

  • Optional : After breakfast in the bush, a cultural visit to a Samburu village for an authentic local experience can be organized if you wish to do so.


Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4: Samburu to Lake Nakuru

  • Check out at 6 AM from the lodge with packed breakfast and do an early morning game drive.

  • Have your breakfast enjoying the views of Samburu and exit the park around 8:00 AM to continue

    the journey towards Lake Nakuru stopping for lunch en-route.

  • Arrive at Lake Nakuru around 2 PM and embark on your first game drive in Lake Nakuru

    National Park to spot its vibrant wildlife of rhinos, lions, flamingoes , giraffes and zebras.

  • At 6 PM, arrive at your lodge for check-in , dinner and overnight stay.


Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara

  • After enjoying breakfast at your lodge, exit the Nakuru National park around 8:00 AM and continue the journey towards Masai Mara.

  • Arrive in the time in Masai Mara for check in at your lodge or camp for lunch.

  • Enjoy a short nature walk in Masai Mara surroundings with our expert Masai guide to experience an up-close encounter with its unique flora and fauna.

  • Return to camp for dinner and overnight.


Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6: Full Day in Masai Mara

  • Today, you can choose to spend the day according to plan from below:


    • Plan A: Embark on a full-day game drive starting at 6 AM, with packed breakfast and picnic lunch in Masai Mara. Explore deeper into the reserve for wildlife— picnic lunch under an acacia tree, visit the Mara River, and watch hippos and crocodiles basking. Return to the lodge or camp by 6 PM for dinner and overnight stay.


    • Plan B: Start with a sunrise game drive at 6 AM to observe predators in action. Enjoy a bush breakfast around 9 AM with stunning views. Return for lunch at 12 PM and relax until 3 PM. In the afternoon, head out for an evening drive to spot more wildlife. Return to the lodge or camp by 6:30 PM for dinner and overnight.


    • Optional Extra: Enjoy an early morning hot air balloon ride followed by a bush breakfast upon landing adjusted with plan A or B.


Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7: Full Day in Masai Mara

Today, you can choose to spend the day according to plan from below:


  • Plan A: Embark on a full-day game drive starting at 6 AM, with packed breakfast and picnic lunch in Masai Mara. Explore deeper into the reserve for wildlife— picnic lunch under an acacia tree, visit the Mara River, and watch hippos and crocodiles basking. Return to the lodge or camp by 6 PM for dinner and overnight stay.


  • Plan B: Start with a sunrise game drive at 6 AM to observe predators in action. Enjoy a bush breakfast around 9 AM with stunning views. Return for lunch at 12 PM and relax until 3 PM. In the afternoon, head out for an evening drive to spot more wildlife. Return to the lodge or camp by 6:30 PM for dinner and overnight.


  • Optional Extra: Enjoy an early morning hot air balloon ride followed by a bush breakfast upon landing adjusted with plan A or B.


Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8: Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha

  • After an early breakfast, visit a traditional Masai village to immerse in their vibrant culture, learn about their customs, and witness a captivating Masai dance.

  • Begin your journey north to Lake Naivasha.

  • Arrive at the lodge or hotel in Naivasha for check in and have lunch.

  • After lunch, enjoy a boat ride in Lake Naivasha to watch the hippos and birds.

  • Take a short walking safari in the surroundings with our expert guides where

    you will have a close encounter with Giraffes , Zebras and Gazelles while walking

  • Return to your lodge. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.


Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 9: Lake Naivasha to Tsavo West

  • This morning begins with an early breakfast at your lodge in Lake Naivasha and then later

     setting off on a drive southeast to Tsavo West National Park, where you’ll arrive in time for lunch.

  • In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive with the chance to spot wildlife such as elephants, leopards, buffalo, and others. Known for its dramatic landscapes, ancient lava fields, and the sparkling waters of Mzima Springs, the park offers a unique safari experience.

  • Later, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.


Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10: Full day in Tsavo West and Tsavo East

  • Following breakfast and a morning game drive, you’ll depart Tsavo West via a picturesque route leading to Tsavo East National Park. Renowned for its expansive plains and iconic red-soiled elephants.

  • Upon arrival, you'll have lunch and later set out on an afternoon game drive.

  • Return to your lodge to relax for the evening.


Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Days 11: Tsavo East to Amboseli

  • After early breakfast, leave for Amboseli with a transfer time of 5 hours.

  • Arrive at your lodge for in time for lunch and relax.

  • Around 3:30 PM, embark on your first game drive in Amboseli. You'll explore one of Kenya’s iconic park for the opportunity to see animals against the backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain- Mount Kilimanjaro.

  • Return to the lodge before dark for dinner and overnight.


Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 12: Full day in Amboseli

  • Embark on a full day of adventure in Amboseli National Park at 7 AM, with packed breakfast, unlimited game drives and a picnic lunch.

  • Surrounded by the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peaks, the park offers exceptional wildlife sightings, including lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, cheetahs, and buffaloes—making it a photographer’s dream.

  • Return to the lodge at 6 PM for dinner and over night.

  • Optional Extra: Early morning hot air balloon ride at 5 AM followed by a bush breakfast upon

    landing. Later, continue your return journey to Nairobi. You can choose this option according to your preferred plan that day.


Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 13: Amboseli - Nairobi

  • Have early breakfast at the lodge and check out from hotel at 7 AM. Embark on your final game drive in Amboseli for next 2 hours.

  • Exit the park at 9 AM and then start your return journey back to Nairobi with a transfer time of 5 hours.

  • Drop off at your hotel or the airport in Nairobi.

  • Optional Extra: Early morning hot air balloon ride at 5 AM followed by a bush breakfast upon

    landing. Later, continue your return journey to Nairobi. You can choose this option according to your preferred plan that day.


Meal Plan: Breakfast


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