Overview
- Embark on a 10-day safari through Kenya, visiting iconic wildlife conservancies and national parks such as Selenkay, Amboseli, Ol Pejeta, Meru, and Masai Mara.
- With unique activities like hot-air ballooning over the Mara and meeting Baraka, a blind black rhino, this adventure is perfect for families, couples, or groups seeking an authentic African experience.
- Stay in small, exclusive camps that offer an authentic safari feel combined with modern comforts.
Trip Highlights
- Hot-air balloon ride over Masai Mara
- Horseback riding alongside rhinos
- Visit to a chimpanzee sanctuary
- Meet the last two Northern white rhinos
- Optional lion tracking excursion
- Cultural visit to a Maasai village
- 8 nights in exclusive under-canvas camps
Itinerary
Arrival in Nairobi:
- Welcome to Kenya. After landing, you'll be transferred to Nairobi Tented Camp, located inside Nairobi National Park, just a 30-minute drive from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Game Drive:
- Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a game drive in the park.
- You’ll be able to spot giraffes, zebras, lions, and more while taking in Nairobi's stunning skyline as a backdrop.
Evening at Camp:
- Relax in the camp’s comfortable accommodations, and unwind with a sundowner while enjoying the sounds of the African wilderness around you.
Morning Flight to Amboseli:
- After breakfast, you'll be transferred to Wilson Airport for a 40-minute flight to the Selenkay Conservancy/Amboseli.
Arrival at Porini Amboseli Camp:
- Located in the private Selenkay Conservancy, this intimate camp offers an authentic safari experience with under-canvas rooms, bucket showers, and lantern-lit nights.
Game Drives:
- Spend your days exploring Amboseli National Park and the conservancy, where you’ll have the chance to spot large herds of elephants, lions, leopards, and more.
- Enjoy sundowners at a scenic spot with the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.
Cultural Visit:
- Visit a Maasai village to learn about their customs, traditions, and way of life, followed by a Maasai dance.
Optional Night Game Drive:
- Head out on a night game drive in search of nocturnal wildlife such as hyenas, owls, and bush babies.
Flight to Ol Pejeta:
- After breakfast, you'll take a 1-hour flight to Nanyuki, followed by a transfer to Porini Rhino Camp in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Game Drives and Wildlife Viewing:
- Enjoy exceptional game viewing in the conservancy, home to the Big 5—lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo.
Chimpanzee Sanctuary Visit:
- Take a tour of the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, where you’ll meet rescued chimpanzees and learn about their rehabilitation efforts.
Horseback Riding with Rhinos:
- Experience the thrill of riding horses alongside rhinos and other wildlife in the conservancy’s vast landscapes.
Visit Northern White Rhinos:
- Head to the Endangered Species Boma to see the last two remaining Northern white rhinos.
- You’ll also have the chance to hand-feed Baraka, a blind black rhino.
Optional Lion Tracking:
- Embark on an optional lion tracking excursion where you’ll learn about tracking techniques and conservation efforts to protect these majestic predators.
Flight to Meru:
- After your time at Ol Pejeta, catch a chartered flight to Meru National Park and arrive at Rhino River Camp, a more upscale but intimate retreat set in the heart of the park.
Relax and Recharge:
- Spend the afternoon relaxing at the camp, cooling off in the pool or unwinding with a therapeutic massage to recharge from the previous days' activities.
Game Drives in Meru:
- Explore the vast wilderness of Meru National Park, known for its large populations of elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and buffalo.
Visit Rhino Sanctuary:
- Take a trip to the park’s Rhino Sanctuary, home to over 40 white rhinos and 20 black rhinos, for an up-close encounter with these endangered species.
Nature Walk:
- Enjoy a nature walk around the area, visit nearby farms and villages, or take a hike up an extinct volcano to see the hidden forest inside.
Flight to Masai Mara:
- From Meru, take a flight to the Masai Mara and arrive at Porini Mara Camp in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy.
Arrival and Afternoon Game Drive:
- After lunch, head out on a game drive to spot the Mara’s famous wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and a vast array of birdlife.
Nocturnal Wildlife Safari:
- In the evening, embark on a night drive to search for elusive nocturnal animals, such as leopards and aardvarks.
Hot-Air Balloon Ride:
- Experience the Masai Mara from above with an optional hot-air balloon ride at sunrise.
- Drift over the vast savannah, watching herds of wildebeest, gazelles, and elephants as the sun rises.
Search for Leopards:
- During your game drives, keep an eye out for the elusive Ol Kinyei leopards that inhabit the conservancy.
Cultural Experience:
- Visit a nearby Maasai village to learn more about the traditional lifestyle of the Maasai people.
Morning Game Drive:
- On your final day, enjoy one last game drive through the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, before returning to camp for breakfast.
Return to Nairobi:
- After breakfast, take a 75-minute flight back to Nairobi.
- You’ll be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your outbound flight.
FAQs
8 nights’ accommodation, meals at all camps, all specified activities, game drives, park/conservancy fees, and return transfers.
Yes, optional activities include hot-air ballooning, lion tracking, and horseback riding alongside rhinos.
Yes, this safari is ideal for families, couples, and small groups looking for an authentic, family-friendly adventure.
The safari includes various game drives and walking activities, though all excursions are designed for all fitness levels.
Yes, you’ll have the chance to see a wide range of wildlife, including the Big 5, rhinos, chimpanzees, and more. Special sightings include the last two Northern white rhinos and Baraka the blind rhino.
