Overview
Experience the very best of Kenya on a 7-day safari journey combining the vibrant gateway of Nairobi, the wild landscapes of Laikipia, and the legendary plains of the Masai Mara.
Your adventure begins in Nairobi with a private airport transfer and a relaxing first evening. From there, fly to Laikipia, a spectacular region known for its rugged landscapes, diverse wildlife and pioneering conservation initiatives. Enjoy guided game drives, a night safari and unforgettable moments beneath the African sky.
Continue by air to the world-renowned Masai Mara, where three nights of safari offer exceptional opportunities to encounter Africa's iconic wildlife. Explore the plains on morning and afternoon game drives, with the possibility of seeing lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeest and zebra. Enjoy golden sunsets and spectacular views across the savannah before returning to camp each evening.
Note: with all the ultra luxury camps and lodges the drinks are included (excluding premium brand drinks) and these drinks are also included with most of the luxury but fairly priced camps and lodges.
Please note : The rates are on a per person sharing basis
Highlights
- Experience the moments that made this truly unforgettable.
- Sundowners and spectacular African sunsets
- Opportunities to see the Big Five and abundant plains wildlife
- Afternoon and full-day safari experiences in Laikipia
- Experience scenic flights
Inclusions
- Day 1 - Meet and greet
- Day 1 - Private airport transfer
- Day 1 - Accommodation
- Day 1 - B&B Basis
- Day 2 - Private airport transfer in Nairobi to Wilson Airport
- Day 2 - Scheduled flight from Nairobi to Laikipia,
- Day 2 - Shared airstrip transfer
- Day 2 - Shared game drive (afternoon)
- Day 2 - Park fees
- Day 2 - Accommodation
- Day 2 - All meals
- Day 3 - Shared game drives (morning and afternoon)
- Day 3 - Night game drive
- Day 3 - Conservancy fees
- Day 3 - Accommodation
- Day 3 - All meals
- Day 4 - Shared airstrip transfer in Laikipia
- Day 4 - Scheduled flight from Laikipia to the Masai Mara
- Day 4 - Shared airstrip transfer in the Masai Mara
- Day 4 - Shared game drive (afternoon)
- Day 4 - Park fees
- Day 4 - Accommodation
- Day 4 - All meals
- Day 5 - Shared game drives (morning and afternoon)
- Day 5 - Park fees
- Day 5 - Accommodation
- Day 5 - All meals
- Day 6 - Shared game drives (morning and afternoon)
- Day 6 - Park fees
- Day 6 - Accommodation
- Day 6 - All meals
- Day 7 - Breakfast in camp
- Day 7 - Packed lunch from camp
- Day 7 - Shared airstrip transfer,
- Day 7 - Scheduled flight from the Masai Mara to Nairobi Wilson Airport
- Day 7 - Private airport transfer from Wilson Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Day 7 - Emergency evacuation insurance during your safari.
Location
Nairobi , Laikipia , Masai Mara
Type of Accommodation
Luxury
Day to day itinerary
- Day 1Day 1 – Welcome to Nairobi (Overnight: Nairobi)
- Day 2Day 2 – Nairobi to Laikipia (Overnight: Laikipia)
- Day 3Day 3 – Exploring the Laikipia Wilderness (Overnight: Laikipia)
- Day 4Day 4 – Laikipia to the Masai Mara (Overnight: Masai Mara)
- Day 5Day 5 – Wildlife Encounters in the Masai Mara (Overnight: Masai Mara)
- Day 6Day 6 – A Final Full Day in the Mara (Overnight: Masai Mara)
- Day 7Day 7 – Masai Mara to Nairobi Departure
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Day 1
Day 1 – Welcome to Nairobi (Overnight: Nairobi)
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you will be welcomed by your representative and assisted on arrival. From the airport, enjoy a private transfer to your Nairobi hotel.
The rest of the day is at leisure to relax after your journey and settle into your surroundings.
Enjoy a quiet evening before your safari adventure begins the following morning.
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Day 2
Day 2 – Nairobi to Laikipia (Overnight: Laikipia)
After an early breakfast, transfer privately to Wilson Airport for your morning flight to Laikipia.
On arrival, you will be met at the airstrip and transferred to your lodge or camp. Laikipia offers a completely different perspective of Kenya, with vast open landscapes, rugged valleys and a rich diversity of wildlife.
After lunch and time to settle in, venture out on your first afternoon safari experience. Explore the surrounding wilderness in search of elephant, giraffe, zebra, buffalo and other plains game, while your guide introduces you to the unique character of the Laikipia landscape.
As afternoon turns to evening, enjoy the changing colours of the wilderness before returning to camp for dinner and an evening beneath the stars.
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Day 3
Day 3 – Exploring the Laikipia Wilderness (Overnight: Laikipia)
Wake up to the peaceful sounds of the African bush and enjoy a full day discovering the Laikipia region.
Your safari experience here can offer a wonderful variety of activities and wildlife encounters.
Set out with your guide to explore the surrounding conservancy, following wildlife tracks and visiting areas where animals gather.
Laikipia is renowned for its diverse wildlife and conservation initiatives, and the open terrain provides opportunities to encounter elephants, big cats, giraffes, zebra and a variety of antelope.
Depending on your camp and activities included, you may also have the chance to experience the wilderness beyond a traditional game drive, offering a more intimate connection with the landscape.
Enjoy time back at camp during the day before heading out again in the afternoon. End the day with sundowners overlooking the spectacular scenery before returning for dinner.
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Day 4
Day 4 – Laikipia to the Masai Mara (Overnight: Masai Mara)
After breakfast, transfer to the Laikipia airstrip for your morning flight to the Masai Mara.
The flight south offers a wonderful perspective of Kenya's diverse landscapes, gradually transitioning from the northern highlands and open wilderness of Laikipia to the expansive grasslands of the Mara.
Upon arrival, you will be met at the airstrip and transferred to your safari camp. After lunch and some time to settle in, head out for your first afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara.
Explore the sweeping plains in search of the Mara's extraordinary wildlife.
Large herds of wildebeest and zebra, giraffe, elephant and buffalo are among the many species you may encounter, while your guide will keep a keen eye out for lion, cheetah and leopard.
As the sun begins to sink towards the horizon, enjoy the golden glow across the savannah before returning to camp for dinner.
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Day 5
Day 5 – Wildlife Encounters in the Masai Mara (Overnight: Masai Mara)
Today brings a full day to immerse yourself in the Masai Mara's incredible wilderness.
An early morning game drive allows you to experience the reserve at its most atmospheric. The morning light creates spectacular photographic opportunities as wildlife begins to move across the plains.
Spend time exploring different areas of the Mara, searching for both the abundant herbivores and the predators that follow them.
From powerful lions and elusive leopards to graceful giraffes and enormous elephant herds, there is always something fascinating to discover.
Return to camp for a leisurely lunch and some downtime before heading out again in the afternoon. As evening approaches, pause to enjoy the vast views and perhaps a sundowner in the wilderness before returning to camp.
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Day 6
Day 6 – A Final Full Day in the Mara (Overnight: Masai Mara)
Make the most of your final full day with another morning and afternoon safari experience in the Masai Mara.
Set out early to explore while the temperatures are cool and wildlife is active. Your guide will tailor the route according to recent sightings and wildlife movements, giving you the best possible chance of encountering the Mara's famous inhabitants.
The day may bring close encounters with elephants, giraffes and grazing herds, or perhaps an exciting predator sighting. Depending on the season, the plains may also be alive with large concentrations of wildebeest and zebra.
After time to relax at camp, head out for your final afternoon adventure. Take in the vastness of the landscape and enjoy a memorable African sunset before returning to camp for your final evening in the Mara.
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Day 7
Day 7 – Masai Mara to Nairobi Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Masai Mara airstrip for your morning flight back to Nairobi.
Enjoy one final aerial view of the Mara's magnificent plains before landing at Wilson Airport.
On arrival, you will be met and assisted with your onward transfer.
A private vehicle will take you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward international flight, bringing your Kenyan safari journey to a close.
Leave Kenya with unforgettable memories of Nairobi, the wild and varied landscapes of Laikipia, and the extraordinary wildlife and sweeping plains of the Masai Mara.
