9 Days Premium Special Five, Big Cats and Elephant Trail

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 comfort stops will be arranged during the transfer. The landscape gradually becomes drier as you approach the Samburu region.

Premium Lodge and Wildlife Introduction
You will arrive around lunchtime, check into your premium lodge or luxury camp and enjoy lunch. The afternoon allows time to rest after the road journey. 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 private 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 rest, 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 at approximately 6:30 PM for dinner.

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 time provides an opportunity to rest and prepare for the morning safari. Dinner follows before an early overnight rest.

Destination:

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Sarova Lion Hill Game 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. Our guide will search for black or white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, possible predators and lakeshore birds. Flamingo numbers vary naturally and cannot be guaranteed.

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 in the late afternoon.

Destination:

LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Mara Leisure Camp

  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 across open plains, riverine habitats and predator territories. Our guide will search for lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and wildebeest. Hunting activity cannot be guaranteed.

Picnic and Afternoon Plains Wildlife
At approximately 12:30 PM, you will enjoy a packed lunch at an authorised location. The afternoon drive continues through another wildlife zone until around 5:30 PM. You will return to the lodge for dinner and rest.

Destination:

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Mara Leisure Camp

  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 confirmed programme allows. The guide will revisit productive areas and search for predators or herbivores not observed on Day 5. 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 lakeside lodge, you may enjoy informal birdwatching or relaxation around the property. Dinner follows in the quieter freshwater environment.

Destination:

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Lake Wildlife
At around 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. Boat activities remain subject to safe weather and water conditions.

Transfer to Elephant Country
After breakfast and check-out, you will begin the long transfer toward Amboseli. Lunch, refreshments and comfort stops will be arranged during the journey. Arrival at your premium accommodation is expected in the late afternoon or early evening.

Destination:

LAKE NAIVASHA NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Satao Camp

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Elephant Herds
At approximately 6:00 AM, you will begin a game drive through open plains, wetlands and acacia woodland. Our guide will search for elephant families, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, hyenas and birds. Mount Kilimanjaro may appear when clouds permit.

Afternoon Wetlands and Predators
After breakfast, lunch and a midday rest, you will return for an afternoon safari at around 3:30 PM. The guide may explore wetland edges and open plains for elephants, predators and grazing wildlife. You will return for dinner at around 6:00 PM.

Destination:

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Satao Camp

  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 in Amboseli. The guide will search for elephant families and animals missed during the previous day. You will return for breakfast at approximately 9:00 AM.

Nairobi Return
After breakfast and check-out, you will begin the road transfer to Nairobi. A lunch or refreshment stop may be included before afternoon arrival. Final drop-off will be at your confirmed destination.