The East African region is home to a myriad of breathtaking landscapes and wildlife reserves, each offering unique experiences. In Kenya, the Samburu National Reserve is renowned for its diverse wildlife and the distinct Samburu culture. The Aberdares, a mountainous area, boasts lush forests and cascading waterfalls, providing a cool retreat with abundant wildlife including elephants and rare bongo antelopes. Lake Nakuru, famous for its vast flocks of flamingos, is also a sanctuary for rhinos and other wildlife. The Maasai Mara, arguably Kenya's most famous reserve, is known for its annual wildebeest migration and its rich Maasai culture. In southern Kenya, Amboseli National Park is celebrated for its large herds of elephants set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Crossing into Tanzania, the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a unique ecosystem within its caldera, supporting a dense population of wildlife, including the Big Five. The Serengeti National Park, extending into Kenya's Maasai Mara, is famed for its endless plains and the spectacular Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras. Nearby, Lake Manyara National Park provides a diverse range of habitats, from alkaline soda lakes to dense woodlands, and is known for its tree-climbing lions and prolific birdlife. Together, these destinations offer an unparalleled safari experience, rich in both natural beauty and cultural heritage
DAY 1: SAMBURU
Depart from Nairobi in the morning for Samburu National Reserve, crossing the Equator and driving through changing terrain to the rugged semi-desert region in northern Kenya. Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. Afternoon game drive to search for the stars of Samburu. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Lodge/Samburu Serena Lodge.
DAY 2: SAMBURU
Full day in Samburu with game drives. Search for the rare liver-red reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa oryx, blue-flanked Somali ostrich, vulturine guinea fowl, and longneck gerenuk. See lions, cheetahs, and leopards among other plains game. Optional visits to Samburu villages. All meals and overnight at Samburu Lodge/Samburu Serena Lodge.
DAY 3: TREETOPS
After breakfast at the lodge, drive to the shoulders of Mt. Kenya, arriving at the Outspan Golf & Country Club for lunch. Transfer by lodge vehicle to Treetops Lodge where you can view game from the lodge balcony that often visit the floodlit waterhole and saltlick, such as elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and giant forest hogs. Dinner and overnight at Treetops Lodge.
DAY 4: LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Depart Treetops Lodge after breakfast, have breakfast at Outspan Golf & Country Club, and then depart for Lake Nakuru via Thompson Falls, arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive at the "Pink Lake," famous for its flamingos and other birdlife. The park also hosts all the “Big Five” except elephants. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge/Sarova Lion Hill Lodge.
DAY 5: MAASAI MARA
After breakfast, depart for Maasai Mara via Narok Town, arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at a lodge.
DAY 6: MAASAI MARA
Full day in Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Dinner and overnight at a lodge.
DAY 7: AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast, depart Maasai Mara for Amboseli, stopping in Nairobi for lunch. Proceed to Amboseli, arriving early evening. Dinner and overnight at a lodge.
DAY 8: AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
Full day in Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. All meals and overnight at a lodge.
DAY 9: NGORONGORO CRATER
After breakfast, leave for the Namanga border, finalize border formalities, and proceed to Arusha, arriving by lunchtime. Afternoon departure for Ngorongoro, arriving early evening. Dinner and overnight at a lodge.
DAY 10: NGORONGORO CRATER
Breakfast and take a picnic lunch for a full-day crater tour, returning to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
DAY 11: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Depart Ngorongoro after breakfast via Olduvai Gorge to Serengeti, arriving in the afternoon. Enjoy an en route game drive to the lodge. Dinner and overnight at a lodge.
DAY 12: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Full day in Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. All meals and overnight at a lodge.
DAY 13: LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
Early morning game drive, breakfast, and depart for Lake Manyara, arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge.
DAY 14: ARUSHA-NAIROBI
Breakfast and depart for Arusha, arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon transfer to Nairobi, arriving at approximately 19:00 hours.