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Special Safari · 12 Days

Grand Kenya Safari

Twelve days from Tsavo West through Amboseli, the Aberdare highlands, Samburu, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Naivasha, and the Maasai Mara — Kenya’s grandest circuit.

Duration
12 Days
Starting Rate
From $3,840 pp
Style
Wildlife Safari
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Overview

Grand Kenya Safari

Twelve days from Tsavo West through Amboseli, the Aberdare highlands, Samburu, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Naivasha, and the Maasai Mara — Kenya’s grandest circuit.

Nairobi Tsavo West Amboseli Aberdare Samburu Ol Pejeta Lake Naivasha Maasai Mara Mara
The Journey

Day by Day

How the trip actually unfolds.

01
Day 1 · Mzima Springs

Mzima Springs

Morning drive to Tsavo West with game drives en route and a visit to Mzima Springs. Overnight at Voyager Ziwani Tented Camp (Full Board).

02
Day 2 · Into Amboseli

Into Amboseli

Morning drive to Amboseli National Park, afternoon game drive. Overnight at Praro Amboseli Camp (Full Board).

03
Day 3 · Kilimanjaro views

Kilimanjaro views

Morning and afternoon game drives beneath Kilimanjaro. Overnight at Praro Amboseli Camp (Full Board).

04
Day 4 · Solio Ranch

Solio Ranch

Morning drive to Rhino Watch, game viewing at Solio Ranch. Overnight at Rhino Watch (Full Board).

05
Day 5 · Across the Equator

Across the Equator

Morning drive across the Equator to the Northern Frontier. Overnight at Samburu Simba Lodge (Full Board).

06
Day 6 · Unique Samburu wildlife

Unique Samburu wildlife

Morning and afternoon game drives through the unique Samburu ecosystem. Overnight at Samburu Simba Lodge (Full Board).

07
Day 7 · Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Morning drive to Sweetwaters, afternoon game drive at Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Overnight at Sweet Waters Serena Camp (Full Board).

08
Day 8 · Crescent Island

Crescent Island

Drive to Lake Naivasha, afternoon Crescent Island. Overnight at Naivasha Kongoni Lodge (Full Board).

09
Day 9 · Into the Mara

Into the Mara

Morning drive across the Rift Valley to the Maasai Mara. Overnight at Zebra Plains (Full Board).

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Day 10 · Full days in the Mara

Full days in the Mara

Morning and afternoon game drives across the magical Maasai Mara. Overnight at Zebra Plains (Full Board).

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Day 11 · Full days in the Mara

Full days in the Mara

Morning and afternoon game drives across the magical Maasai Mara. Overnight at Zebra Plains (Full Board).

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Day 12 · Departure

Departure

Morning drive to Nairobi in time for lunch. Transfer to the airport.

Before You Go

Practical Info

  • Carry your passport, travel insurance details, and any prescription or preventative medication
  • Bring a hat, sunblock, sunglasses, a camera, and binoculars
  • Pack light — 15kg of hand luggage makes transfers between camps easier
  • Wear neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, olive, brown) for game drives
  • Keep a respectful distance and stay quiet near wildlife
  • Carry cash (KES/USD) for tips and personal purchases
  • Follow your driver-guide’s instructions at all times
  • Confirm any dietary needs or medical conditions before departure
  • Don’t stand up, lean out, or exit the vehicle during game drives
  • Don’t feed or attempt to touch any wildlife
  • Don’t use flash photography near animals
  • Don’t wear bright colours or all-white/black on game drives
  • Don’t litter in parks, conservancies, or camps
  • Don’t stray from the group without your guide in wildlife areas
  • Accommodation and meals as stipulated in the itinerary
  • Pick up and drop off at the Nairobi hotel
  • Transport in a chauffeur-driven Safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing & photography
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • Game viewing drives and park entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
  • All Government taxes and levies
  • Mineral water during game drives only
  • 24-hour stand-by contact number
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • All items of a personal nature e.g., telephone call bills, fax/email bills, etc.
  • Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff, and driver-guide(s)
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
  • Any local or international flight and departure taxes
  • Laundry services
  • Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary
  • Holiday supplements over Easter, Christmas, and New Year
Rates

Season & Pricing

Per person, sharing a double room.

SeasonTravel DatesPrice (pp sharing)
5th Jan – 31st Mar 20265th Jan – 31st Mar 2026From $3,870
1st Apr – 31st May 20261st Apr – 31st May 2026From $3,840
1st Jun – 30th Jun 20261st Jun – 30th Jun 2026From $3,980
1st Jul – 31st Oct 20261st Jul – 31st Oct 2026From $4,980
1st Nov – 15th Dec 20261st Nov – 15th Dec 2026From $4,310
16th Dec – 31st Dec 202616th Dec – 31st Dec 2026From $4,770