10 Days Premium Special Five, Mara Big Cats And Amboseli Elephants Safari

Journey to Northern Kenya

At approximately 5:30 AM, our driver-guide will collect you from Nairobi and begin the journey north. Breakfast, refreshments and suitable comfort stops will be included. The landscape becomes drier as you approach the Samburu region.

Premium Samburu Arrival

You will arrive around lunchtime, check into your premium lodge or luxury camp and enjoy lunch. The afternoon provides time to rest after the transfer. A short evening game drive may be completed when arrival time and reserve access permit.

Destination:

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Elephant Bedroom Camp

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Northern Species Search

At around 6:00 AM, you will begin a game drive in search of Grevy’s zebras, reticulated giraffes, gerenuks, Beisa oryx and Somali ostriches. Elephants, buffaloes, impalas, lions, leopards and cheetahs may also be encountered. All sightings depend on natural movement.

River Corridors and Evening Wildlife

After breakfast, lunch and a midday lodge break, you will return for an afternoon safari at around 3:30 PM. The guide will explore the Ewaso Nyiro River corridor and surrounding plains. You will return for dinner at around 6:30 PM.

Destination:

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Elephant Bedroom Camp

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Wildlife Landscapes to the Rift Valley

After breakfast and check-out, you will leave Samburu and travel toward Lake Nakuru. The route moves through changing vegetation, highland areas and Great Rift Valley scenery. Lunch and comfort stops will be included.

Premium Nakuru Arrival

You will arrive during the afternoon and check into your premium accommodation. The remaining hours provide time to rest and prepare for the morning safari. Dinner follows before an early overnight rest.

Destination:

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Rhino Search

At approximately 6:00 AM, you will enter Lake Nakuru National Park. The guide will search for black or white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, possible predators and waterbirds. Flamingo numbers vary naturally.

Transfer to Big-Cat Country

After breakfast and check-out, you will begin the journey toward the Maasai Mara. Lunch or refreshments will be arranged during the transfer. Arrival at your premium lodge or tented camp is expected during the late afternoon.

Destination:

LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Sunrise Big-Cat Search

At around 6:00 AM, you will begin a complete game drive through predator territories and open plains. Your guide will search for lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas together with elephants and large herbivores. Hunting activity cannot be guaranteed.

Picnic and Afternoon Plains Wildlife

At approximately 12:30 PM, you will enjoy a packed lunch inside the reserve. The afternoon safari continues through another wildlife area until around 5:30 PM. You will return for dinner and overnight rest.

Destination:

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Elephant and Predator Routes

At approximately 6:00 AM, you will explore another section of the Maasai Mara. The guide will search for elephant families, predators and large plains-animal groups. Wildlife movement will determine the final route.

Afternoon Big-Game Exploration

After a picnic lunch, the safari continues until around 5:30 PM. The additional day provides more time to observe wildlife behaviour and explore different habitats. You will return for dinner at your premium accommodation.

Destination:

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Final Mara Wildlife Drive

A short morning safari may be completed before breakfast when the programme permits. The guide will search for predators or herbivores not observed during the full-day drives. You will then return for breakfast and check-out.

Lake Naivasha Nature Stay

You will travel toward Lake Naivasha and arrive during the afternoon. After checking into the premium lodge, you may enjoy birdwatching or relaxation around the property. Dinner follows in the freshwater environment.

Destination:

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Freshwater Wildlife

At approximately 7:00 AM, you may enjoy a confirmed boat safari, birdwatching session or Crescent Island walk. Possible sightings include fish eagles, pelicans, giraffes, zebras and antelopes. Boating depends on safe conditions.

Transfer to Elephant Country

After breakfast and check-out, you will begin the long journey toward Amboseli. Lunch, refreshments and comfort stops will be included. Arrival is expected during the late afternoon or early evening.

Destination:

LAKE NAIVASHA NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Elephant Herds

At around 6:00 AM, you will begin a game drive through open plains and wetlands. The guide will search for elephant families, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, lions, hyenas and birds. Kilimanjaro visibility depends on cloud conditions.

Afternoon Wetlands and Predators

After lunch and a midday break, you will return for an afternoon safari at around 3:30 PM. The guide may explore wetland edges and open plains for elephants and possible predators. You will return for dinner at around 6:00 PM.

Destination:

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Final Wildlife Search

At around 6:00 AM, you will enjoy a final morning game drive. The guide will search for elephant families and animals missed during Day 9. You will return for breakfast at around 9:00 AM.

Nairobi Return

After breakfast and check-out, you will begin the road transfer to Nairobi. Lunch or refreshments may be included according to your final destination. Drop-off will be provided at the confirmed location.