Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu National Park
Your safari begins in Nairobi, where your professional driver-guide meets you for the journey north toward Samburu National Reserve. The drive passes through scenic highland farms and small rural towns before reaching the equator line, offering travelers a fascinating glimpse of Kenya’s changing landscapes. This journey marks the exciting beginning of your Kenya Safari Tours adventure.
Upon arrival in Samburu, enjoy a game drive as you head toward the lodge, offering your first opportunity to spot wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, and antelope. After checking in and enjoying lunch, take some time to relax while surrounded by the unique semi-arid beauty of northern Kenya.
Later in the afternoon, depart for another thrilling game drive in Samburu National Reserve. The reserve is known for its rare species and rugged landscapes, making it one of the most unique safari destinations in the country. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge
Day 2: Full Day in Samburu
Spend the entire day exploring Samburu National Reserve through morning and afternoon game drives. The reserve is home to unique wildlife species rarely seen elsewhere in Kenya, including the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, and the long-necked gerenuk.
Your experienced guide will lead you through the reserve’s diverse habitats, especially around the Ewaso Nyiro River where many animals gather to drink. This river acts as the lifeline of Samburu and attracts predators, elephants, and various bird species.
Throughout the day, enjoy incredible wildlife encounters that highlight why this region is often included in premium Kenya Safari Tours from France. After a full day of exploration, return to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge
Day 3: Samburu to Nairobi
Begin the day with an early morning game drive, offering another chance to see wildlife while the temperatures remain cool and animals are most active. This peaceful morning safari allows you to capture the beauty of Samburu’s landscapes as the sun rises over the savannah.
After breakfast, depart the reserve and begin the journey back to Nairobi. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the Kenyan countryside and stop for lunch before continuing south toward the capital city.
Arrive in Nairobi in the evening where you will check into your hotel. Enjoy a relaxing dinner and rest before continuing the next stage of your Kenya Safari Tours journey.
Accommodation: Sarova Stanley
Day 4: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel toward the famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. The drive passes through the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment, offering breathtaking viewpoints and spectacular landscapes along the way.
Arriving in the Masai Mara around lunchtime, check in at your lodge and enjoy a delicious meal before heading out for your first game drive. The reserve is world-renowned for its incredible wildlife populations and is considered one of Africa’s greatest safari destinations.
During your afternoon game drive, you may encounter lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and many other animals roaming the vast savannah plains. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge
Day 5: Full Day in Maasai Mara
Today is dedicated to exploring the vast landscapes of the Masai Mara with a full day of game drives. After an early breakfast, depart with a packed picnic lunch to maximize your wildlife viewing opportunities.
The Mara is home to the famous Big Five and offers some of the best predator sightings in Africa. With luck, you may witness dramatic hunting scenes or even observe the famous wildebeest migration depending on the time of year.
Enjoy your picnic lunch near the Mara River before continuing your exploration of the reserve. As the sun begins to set, return to the lodge for dinner and a relaxing evening after an exciting day on your Kenya Safari Tours from France adventure.
Accommodation: Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge
Day 6: Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha
Begin the morning with a final early game drive in the Masai Mara, offering one more chance to spot wildlife in the golden morning light. After breakfast, you may optionally visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about the culture and lifestyle of the Maasai people.
Later, depart the reserve and drive toward Lake Naivasha, traveling through scenic Rift Valley landscapes. Stop in the town of Narok for lunch before continuing toward the lake region.
Arrive at Lake Naivasha in the late afternoon and check into your lakeside accommodation. Spend the evening relaxing while enjoying the peaceful surroundings and views across the water.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp
Day 7: Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
Start your morning with a short game drive or optional lake activity before breakfast. Lake Naivasha is known for its rich birdlife and hippo populations, making it one of Kenya’s most scenic freshwater lakes.
After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park with a stop in Nairobi for lunch. The drive continues south toward the Kenyan-Tanzanian border where the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the horizon.
Arrive in Amboseli in the evening, with the possibility of a short game drive if time allows. The park is famous for its large elephant herds and incredible views of Africa’s highest mountain.
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Day 8: Full Day in Amboseli
Spend the day exploring Amboseli National Park through morning and afternoon game drives. The park’s open plains make wildlife viewing easy, and sightings of elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and buffalo are common.
Amboseli is particularly famous for its elephant populations, many of which have been studied for decades. Watching these majestic animals move across the plains with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background is one of the highlights of many Kenya Safari Tours.
Enjoy a packed lunch during the day before continuing your wildlife exploration. In the evening, return to the lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Day 9: Amboseli to Tsavo East National Park
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and travel toward Tsavo East National Park, one of the largest and oldest national parks in Kenya. The landscape here is characterized by red soil, open plains, and the famous Galana River.
Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch before setting out on an afternoon game drive. Tsavo East is well known for its red elephants, which appear colored by the park’s distinctive red soil.
During your safari drive, you may also spot lions, giraffes, buffalo, and numerous bird species. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Man Eaters Lodge
Day 10: Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi
Begin the final day of your safari with an early morning game drive in Tsavo East. This is one of the best times to observe predators and other animals while the temperatures remain cool and wildlife is most active.
After breakfast, check out of the lodge and begin the return journey to Nairobi. Along the way, enjoy scenic landscapes and reflect on the incredible experiences of your safari adventure.
Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be transferred to your hotel or the airport for your international departure, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenya Safari Tours from France experience.
