15-Days Explore Kenya Expeditions
Our Private Essence of Kenya Safari is one of our private safaris designed to suit specific luxury safari needs and flexible to meet your schedules. You will have your own safari guides for game drives and would allow much privacies needed for the tour.
Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet and greet by your driver guide and transfer to your Hotel.
Night at Villa Rosa Kempinski (Bed and Breakfast)
Meet and Greet by your driver guide and briefing. After, transfer from Nairobi and drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. On your way, you will stop at the equator line in Nanyuki for a hemispheres demonstration. You will arrive in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive to see endangered rhinos, lions, and other wildlife. Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary for a unique encounter. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Sweetwaters Serena Camp
After breakfast, you will check out and drive to Samburu Game Reserve. You will arrive in time for lunch and check-in at your hotel. Freshen up and have a hot lunch. Later, you will proceed for an afternoon game drive. The main highlights of this reserve are the Special Five (also known as the rare Northern species); they include Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. Apart from Samburu’s Special Five, the reserve is also home to a population of close to 900 elephants and all 3 big cats (lion, cheetah, and African leopard), among many other animals. Also, you will have an opportunity to meet Maasai people. After the game drive, you will head to the camp to freshen up and then proceed to a freshly prepared hot dinner. You will overnight at Samburu Simba Lodge.
Today, you can have an early breakfast and proceed for a long day of game driving, or you can opt for a morning and afternoon game drive. Return to the camp for lunch, and then spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Dinner and overnight are at Samburu Simba Lodge.
After breakfast, depart from Samburu and head to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Spend the afternoon on a game drive, spotting flamingos, rhinos, giraffes, and lions. Explore viewpoints such as Baboon Cliff for stunning views of the lake. Dinner and overnight are at Ziwa Bush Lodge
After breakfast, drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch. Take some time to rest. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive in the reserve, known for its abundant wildlife and Big Five sightings. Dinner and overnight are at Mara Kimana Camp.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or full-day game drives, witnessing lions, cheetahs, elephants, and, depending on the season, the great migration. Optional activities include a hot-air balloon safari or a visit to a Maasai village at an additional cost. Meals and your overnight stay are at Mara Kimana Camp.
Breakfast and spend this day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or full-day game drives, witnessing lions, cheetahs, elephants, and, depending on the season, the great migration. Meals and overnight are at Mara Kimana Camp.
After breakfast, leave the Masai Mara and drive to Lake Naivasha. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. Enjoy the views while in the hotel, which will help you unwind and relive the beautiful memories of the safari. Dinner and overnight are at Crater Lake Tented Camp Sanctuary
Breakfast and drive to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Check in at your lodge, freshen up and have a hot lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and sightings of elephants, zebras and lions. Amboseli National Park is best known for its abundance of elephants and spectacular views of the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. Also, you will have an opportunity to get the best snapshots of the unique African sunset and sunrise. Dinner and overnight are at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Today, the program is flexible. You have two options to choose from:
Option 1: You can have an early breakfast and then head off for a morning game drive. Around mid-morning, return to the lodge. Freshen up and spend the rest of the morning at your leisure, either swimming in the pool or just relaxing. Then, you will enjoy lunch. Later, proceed with an afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Option 2: You can have an early breakfast and proceed for a long day game drive with a packed lunch. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. All meals and your overnight stay are at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to Tsavo West National Park. You will arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Visit Mzima Springs and the Shetani Lava Flow. Meals and overnight are at Taita Hills Safari Resort & Spa
After breakfast, drive to Tsavo East National Park. On arrival, check in at your camp and have lunch. During the afternoon game drive, explore the open plains, spotting red elephants, lions, and giraffes. Visit the Aruba Dam for excellent wildlife sightings. Dinner and overnight are at Voi Wildlife Lodge
Morning breakfast and prepare for exploring more of Tsavo East. This day will be spent in Tsavo East with morning and afternoon game drives to explore the open plains. During the afternoon game drive, you will easily spot red elephants, lions, and giraffes. Return to the lodge late in the evening. All meals and overnight are at Voi Wildlife Lodge
After a leisurely breakfast, depart Tsavo East and return to Nairobi with en route lunch. Arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of your incredible safari adventure. You will be dropped off at the airport.
End of the safari and our services
Rates at From $8,700 per person. For Group tours, see below the best offers per pax
Tour Price Includes
- Transport in a custom-designed 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide driver
- All park entrance fees
- Full board accommodation while on safari (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Bed and breakfast accommodation in Nairobi
- Bottled water, Soft drinks, Local beer and selected wines that are included at your lodge
- Arrival and departure Airport transfers
Not Included In the Tour Price
- Tips to your guides, hotel or other encounters while on safari (Tip your guide from $20 per day)
- Travel insurance
- Laundry and telephone expenses
- Drinks that are not inclusive
- Additional sight-seeing or deviation from the safari itinerary
- Local, International flights and visa fees
- Any item not mentioned as included in the safari package