Best Safari in Kenya: 8-Day Footprints of Africa
Experience the best safari in Kenya in 8 days, combining the legendary Maasai Mara with the wildlife-rich plains of Amboseli. Begin in Nairobi before continuing to Amboseli National Park, where herds of elephants roam beneath the towering backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Travel comfortably by private 4x4, enjoy stays at 5-star lodges, and explore the landscapes that define every unforgettable safari in Kenya.
Continue your journey to Lake Elementaita and Lake Nakuru National Park, home to dense flamingo flocks and diverse birdlife, offering a unique glimpse into Kenya's Rift Valley ecosystems. Complete your adventure in the Maasai Mara, tracking wildlife across its iconic grasslands. With private transportation, expert English-speaking guides, carefully selected 5-star accommodations, and seamless travel arrangements, this Kenya tour package delivers an immersive experience through the country's wildlife, landscapes, and hidden treasures.
- Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary.
- Transportation in a chauffeur driven minivan or 4 x 4 land cruiser with a pop up roof for game viewing & photography.
- Services of an English speaking driver-guide
- All game viewing drives
- All parks entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
- All Government taxes and levies.
- Complimentary 500 ml mineral water per person per game drive in the safari vehicle.
- All meet and greet services.
- All arrival and departure transfers.
- 24 hours stand-by contact number.
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
- Two-way long range high frequency radio communication in each vehicle.
- On safari accessories in each vehicle: - First-aid kit, wildlife books, a pair of binoculars, cool box and fire extinguisher.
- All items of personal nature e.g. telephone call bills, fax/email bills etc. Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff and driver- guide(s). Budget approx. $ 5.00 – $ 10.00 per person per day for lodge and hotel staff, $ 2.00 per bag for porters and $ 30.00 per day for driver-guides).
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks,
- International flight and departure taxes.
- Laundry services.
- Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary.
- Visa fees
Upon landing at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be welcomed by our representative, who will assist with your transfer to the Nairobi Serena Hotel.
Renowned for its world-class efficiency, personalized service, and five-star comfort, the Nairobi Serena Hotel belongs to ‘The Leading Hotels of the World’ and has earned titles such as Kenya's Leading Business Hotel and Africa's Leading Green Hotel at the 2016 World Travel Awards.
Although set in the heart of Nairobi, the capital’s energetic hub, the hotel lives up to its name by offering a tranquil sanctuary, providing guests with peace and elegance amidst the city’s lively pace.
Overnight: Nairobi Serena
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast
This morning after breakfast, your driver-guide will pick you up as you begin your journey to Amboseli National Park, part of the best Safari in Kenya experience. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at the lodge before heading out on a thrilling game drive across the park, which lies at the base of Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro. The snow-capped mountain towers above the plains, creating one of Africa’s most iconic backdrops.
Although Amboseli covers just 150 square miles, its fragile ecosystem sustains an impressive variety of wildlife, with more than 50 species of large mammals and over 400 bird species. As the sun dips below the horizon, return to your lodge for dinner and a restful overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
Overnight: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Overnight: Lake Elementaita Serena Camp
Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Enjoy an enroute game drive through Nakuru as you continue to the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most renowned wildlife reserve, arriving around 1600hrs. On arrival, set out for a game drive before heading to your camp for dinner and overnight.
The Maasai Mara is without doubt Kenya’s most celebrated reserve, widely known and frequently visited. Much of the film Out of Africa was shot here. It boasts abundant wildlife, including the Big Five, and offers the unforgettable sight of the Great Migration, millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles crossing from the Serengeti into the Mara between late June and October. Bird enthusiasts will also delight, with over 450 recorded species.
Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Start your day with muffins and coffee before heading out on another sunrise game drive. Each drive offers a unique experience, and with the intimacy of small camps, outings can be customized to the group’s interests. Your guide may pause for an extended time if you encounter something extraordinary, like a lioness stalking her prey.
Return to the lodge for a late brunch, then spend the midday hours spotting wildlife from camp. After lunch and a short rest, set off again for an afternoon game drive. As the day ends, enjoy a refreshing sundowner while watching the Maasai Mara fade into night.
Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Optional Tour: Balloon Safari
This can been undertaken during your second or third day in MaasaiMara. Kindly find here below a brief itinerary: Pick up from your lodge at 05. 30 Hrs and your will be transferred to the launching grounds. Embark on a 1-hour ride over the MaasaiMara National Park to enjoy magnificent birds’ eye view of the wild game in this reserve. The mighty Mara remains one of Kenya's best loved reserves habouring miles of wide savannah, rolling hills and riverine forest with huge grazing herds, bountiful birdlife and one of Africa's largest population of lions. After an hour of awe-inspiring views, you will land to the welcome of a sumptious champagne breakfast in the wild. Thereafter, you will be transferred to your camp, game drive enroute. End of Balloon Safari
Price: US$. 490.00 per person
After breakfast at the camp, it's time to say goodbye to the Maasai Mara and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Travel along the Great Rift Valley, passing the dormant Mount Longonot and the scenic Lakes Elementaita and Naivasha, watching for roaming giraffes and gazelles as you ascend the escarpment.
You'll arrive in Nairobi by early afternoon and transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight home. As your best safari in Kenya comes to a close, depart with memories of the wild and the promise of another unforgettable journey ahead.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
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