Embark on an unforgettable journey through Kenya’s most spectacular wilderness areas with Wazimba Travel. Our expertly crafted safari takes you from the world-renowned Maasai Mara where the Great Migration unfolds, to the serene waters of Lake Naivasha and the flamingo paradise of Lake Nakuru, culminating with elephants silhouetted against Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli. Whether you dream of witnessing lions stalking across endless savannahs, millions of pink flamingos painting alkaline lake shores, or photographing massive elephant herds against Africa’s highest peak, this safari promises memories that will last a lifetime.
This adventure has been designed to showcase Kenya’s incredible biodiversity while providing comfortable accommodation and authentic experiences. From thrilling game drives to peaceful boat safaris, optional cultural visits, and breathtaking landscapes, this adventure offers the perfect blend of excitement, relaxation, and iconic African safari experiences.
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge of choice
Morning: Pick-up from Nairobi hotel/airport at 7:00 AM
Journey: Scenic drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley with stopover at the famous escarpment viewpoint for stunning photographs and your first taste of Kenya’s breathtaking landscapes
Afternoon: Arrive at legendary Maasai Mara, check-in at your chosen accommodation and enjoy delicious lunch overlooking the vast savannah stretching to the horizon
Late Afternoon: First game drive in the world’s most famous wildlife reserve – keep cameras ready for lions lounging under acacia trees, graceful giraffes browsing thorny branches, and mighty elephants making their way to watering holes
Evening: Return as the sun sets in brilliant oranges and reds for sumptuous dinner and your first night under African stars
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge of choice
Dawn: Optional hot air balloon safari (additional cost) – floating silently above the awakening plains as the sun rises offers magical aerial photography of wildlife below
Morning: Extensive game drives across rolling grasslands tracking the Big Five with your experienced guide sharing insights about animal behavior and ecosystem dynamics
Afternoon: Picnic lunch in the wilderness surrounded by sounds of Africa and incredible wildlife sightings
Late Afternoon: Predator tracking game drive as animals become active in cooler temperatures – perfect time for witnessing dramatic hunting behaviors
Optional Cultural Experience: Visit authentic Maasai village to learn traditional customs, witness age-old dances, and discover how Maasai people live in harmony with wildlife
Evening: Sundowner drinks at scenic viewpoint, toasting incredible wildlife encounters as African sunset creates stunning backdrop over endless wilderness
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge of choice
Morning: Final early morning game drive for any missed wildlife encounters, hearty breakfast and check-out from the legendary Maasai Mara
Journey: Scenic 3-hour journey to Lake Naivasha, Kenya’s highest freshwater lake nestled in the dramatic Great Rift Valley
Afternoon: Check-in at beautiful lakeside accommodation with lunch and stunning water views surrounded by acacia woodlands
Optional Late Afternoon: Peaceful boat safari encountering massive hippo pods and over 400 bird species including fish eagles, pelicans, and colorful kingfishers in this bird watcher’s paradise
Optional Activity: Visit Hell’s Gate National Park – unique opportunity to walk or cycle among wildlife in dramatic landscape of towering cliffs and geothermal springs that inspired Disney’s “The Lion King”
Optional Alternative: Walking safari on Crescent Island Game Sanctuary – extraordinary opportunity to walk among completely habituated giraffes, zebras, and antelope without barriers, a photographer’s dream experience
Evening: Sundowner drinks watching spectacular sunset over tranquil lake waters as hippos begin their evening emergence
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge of choice (Lake Naivasha)
Early Morning: Depart after breakfast for spectacular Lake Nakuru National Park (1.5-hour scenic drive through Rift Valley)
Morning: Extensive game drives witnessing the incredible sight of up to two million flamingos creating a stunning pink fringe around alkaline lake shores
Midday: Lunch at lodge overlooking the lake with breathtaking flamingo photography opportunities and panoramic views
Afternoon: Continue game drives tracking black and white rhinos in this protected sanctuary with fascinating conservation stories from your expert guide. Visit spectacular Makalia Falls and climb Baboon Cliff viewpoint for panoramic ecosystem views stretching across the entire Rift Valley
Late Afternoon: Return to Lake Naivasha for dinner and relaxation, sharing incredible flamingo encounter stories from this unforgettable day trip
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge of choice
Morning: Check-out and begin journey to legendary Amboseli National Park
Journey: 4-5 hour drive through dramatically changing landscapes from lush Rift Valley to drier acacia woodlands of southern Kenya
Afternoon: Arrive at Amboseli for lunch and check-in, then spectacular first game drive with Mount Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak providing the most iconic African photography backdrop
Evening: Cultural entertainment with local Maasai performers sharing traditional dances and songs around campfire under Kilimanjaro’s starlit shadow
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge of choice
Early Morning: Magical sunrise game drive offering clearest views of Mount Kilimanjaro as morning light illuminates Africa’s rooftop – prime photography time for massive elephant herds silhouetted against this majestic peak
Morning: Extensive game drives across this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with incredible wildlife concentrations including lions, cheetahs, buffalo, and over 400 bird species
Afternoon: Picnic lunch in wilderness with stunning Kilimanjaro views, surrounded by sounds of elephants and diverse wildlife in their natural habitat
Evening: Sundowner drinks at scenic Observation Hill viewpoint, toasting incredible wildlife encounters as African sunset paints Mount Kilimanjaro in brilliant colours
Early Morning: Final magical sunrise game drive offering last opportunities for iconic elephant-Kilimanjaro photography as morning light creates perfect conditions
Morning: Hearty breakfast and farewell to this wilderness paradise that has captured hearts for generations
Journey: Begin scenic 4-hour journey back to Nairobi through traditional Maasai lands and changing landscapes
Afternoon: Arrive in Kenya’s capital city for drop-off at hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, carrying incredible memories of Kenya’s most iconic safari destinations and warm Wazimba Travel hospitality
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