This flagship overland itinerary showcases the incredible diversity of Kenya’s ecosystems, wildlife, and dramatic landscapes. Carefully mapped to ensure smooth transitions across major geographic regions, this grand circuit flows from the cool, high-altitude forests of the Aberdares into the arid northern frontiers of Samburu. From there, you will journey through the private sanctuaries of Mt. Kenya's foothills, across the iconic Great Rift Valley lakes, and into the crown jewels of African savannahs: the Masai Mara and Amboseli.
Your adventure begins with a morning departure from Nairobi, driving north through the lush, emerald tea and coffee plantations of central Kenya. Arrive at Aberdare National Park for lunch and later enroute game drive to your hotel.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a scenic breakfast overlooking the montane forest before descending into the semi-arid northern frontier. Drive past Mount Kenya and cross the equator, entering the rugged terrain of Samburu National Reserve. Arrive at your safari lodge in time for lunch. In the late afternoon, set off on a game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River, tracking wildlife drawn to the life-giving water.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day exploring Samburu with morning and late afternoon game drives. Track the Special Five and watch for predators along the Ewaso Nyiro River. Optional activities include a cultural visit to a traditional Samburu village to learn about their nomadic lifestyle.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive back south arriving at the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy for lunch. Ol Pejeta holds the largest population of black rhinos in East Africa. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive that includes a visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary to observe rescued chimpanzees, and view the highly protected enclosures of the world's last remaining northern white rhinos.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leave the Laikipia plateau after breakfast and drop down into the Great Rift Valley, passing the scenic Thompson's Falls. Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park for lunch. In the afternoon, explore the lake's shores, famed for its pink fringe of lesser and greater flamingos if lucky. Scan the acacia woodlands for both white and black rhinos, tree-climbing lions, and leopards.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy an early morning breakfast then enjoy enroute game drive as you drive further south across the valley floor into the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving at your hotel for lunch and an introductory evening game drive.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a full day inside the Reserve with packed lunch boxes or go for an early morning game drive then back at the hotel for lunch. Later in the evening, proceed for a game drive and later back at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Another full day inside the Reserve with packed lunch boxes or go for an early morning game drive then back at the hotel for lunch. Later in the evening, proceed for a game drive and later back at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early morning breakfast then check out and drive back toward the central Rift Valley, arriving at freshwater Lake Naivasha in time for lunch. Spend the afternoon taking a relaxing boat safari past resident hippo pods, followed by a guided walking safari on Crescent Island where you can stroll safely next to giraffes and zebras.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Lake Naivasha early and drive south via Nairobi, traversing the expansive Athi plains. Arrive in Amboseli National Park for lunch. Afterwards, head out for an afternoon game drive keeping an eye out on the famous Mount Kilimanjaro.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a full day inside the Park with packed lunch boxes or go for an early morning game drive then back at the hotel for lunch. Later in the evening, proceed for a game drive and later back at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Catch the best views of Kilimanjaro before breakfast. Depart for Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon for drop off at your hotel or JKIA.
Meals: Breakfast
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