Embark on an epic 10-day wildlife adventure across Kenya, starting in bustling Nairobi before heading to the unique Sweetwaters Conservancy (home to rhinos and chimpanzees), the forested highlands of the Aberdares, the bird-rich Lake Nakuru, the iconic savannah of Masai Mara and finishing with the majestic Amboseli with its Kilimanjaro backdrop. This itinerary blends diversity of landscapes, luxury lodge stays and unforgettable wildlife experiences.
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Arrive at Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta or Wilson Airport). Transfer to your hotel, safari briefing with your guide, evening at leisure. (Meals: D)
Activities: Optional visit to Karen Blixen Museum or Giraffe Centre.
Day 2: Nairobi → Sweetwaters Game Conservancy
After breakfast (~8:00), depart Nairobi for Sweetwaters Game Conservancy (Ol Pejeta) arriving ~12:30. Afternoon game drive and visit to the chimpanzee sanctuary and rhino sanctuary. Dinner & overnight at lodge. (Meals: B, L, D)
Activities: Game drive, sanctuary visit.
Day 3: Sweetwaters → Aberdare National Park
After early breakfast, depart for Aberdare (~3-4 h). Arrive for lunch, afternoon game drive or forest walk. Dinner and overnight in lodge or tree-lodge. (Meals: B, L, D)
Activities: Wildlife viewing in forest zone, water-hole vantage at lodge.
Day 4: Full Morning Aberdare → Drive to Lake Nakuru
Early morning wildlife/viewing in Aberdare; after breakfast depart for Lake Nakuru (~2-3 h). Arrive around lunchtime. Afternoon game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park – flamingos, rhinos, baboons among others. Dinner & overnight. (Meals: B, L, D)
Activities: Game drive by the lake, bird-watching.
Day 5: Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara National Reserve
Depart after breakfast (~9:00) via Rift Valley escarpment and Narok to Masai Mara (~4-5 h). Arrive in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive in Mara. Dinner & overnight. (Meals: B, L, D)
Activities: Evening safari drive.
Day 6: Full Day in Masai Mara
Early morning game drive (typically from 06:30) to capture predator activity & plains game. Return to camp for brunch; afternoon another drive until sunset. Overnight stay in the reserve. (Meals: B, L, D)
Activities: Optional Maasai village visit (extra cost), hot‐air balloon ride (pre-book).
Day 7: Masai Mara → Nairobi → Amboseli
Early drive (~07:00) from Mara to Nairobi (~3–4 h), break for lunch, then continue to Amboseli (~4 h) arriving by afternoon. Evening lodge with views of Mt Kilimanjaro (weather permitting). Dinner & overnight. (Meals: B, L, D)
Activities: Arrival and short game drive.
Day 8: Amboseli National Park
Early morning game drive (~06:00) to swamp areas and plains; morning back to lodge for brunch. Afternoon game drive focusing on elephant herds, hippos and photo-worthy Kilimanjaro views. (Meals: B, L, D)
Activities: Big-herd elephant viewing, birdlife.
Day 9: Full Day Amboseli
Another full day with morning & afternoon drives separated by rest at lodge. Possibility of night drive if offered. Overnight in Amboseli. (Meals: B, L, D)
Activities: Optional walking safari or cultural visit.
Day 10: Amboseli → Nairobi (Departure)
After breakfast and a short early drive (if time allows), depart for Nairobi (~4–5 h). Arrive by early afternoon for lunch, then transfer to hotel or airport for departure. (Meals: B, L)
Activities: Farewell lunch, souvenir stop.