Day 1: Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Your adventure begins with a 7:00 AM pickup from your Nairobi hotel. En route, you’ll stop at the Equator crossing for a quick photo opportunity before arriving at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in time for lunch. In the evening, enjoy a game drive in this private sanctuary, known for its black and white rhinos. Return to the lodge for dinner and rest.
Accommodation: Serena Sweetwaters Camp
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive at Ol Pejeta
After breakfast, spend a full day exploring Ol Pejeta. Overlooking Mt. Kenya, this conservancy is home to the Big Five and other rare species such as the Grevy’s zebra and Jackson’s hartebeest. Visit the only chimpanzee sanctuary in Kenya, a haven for rescued and rehabilitated chimps. Enjoy dinner and overnight at your camp.
Accommodation: Serena Sweetwaters Camp
Day 3: Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park
After an early breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in search of white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, flamingos, and other wildlife in this beautiful soda lake park.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge / Similar
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Depart after breakfast and head to the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous reserve. Arrive in time for lunch, then head out at 4:00 PM for an evening game drive. Expect to see a variety of animals, possibly including the Big Five. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: AA Mara Lodge / Similar
Day 5: Full-Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara
After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day safari in the Maasai Mara with a picnic lunch in the bush. Explore this spectacular reserve during the great migration season, and see wildebeest, zebras, lions, crocodiles, and other savannah animals. It’s an unforgettable wildlife experience.
Accommodation: AA Mara Lodge / Similar
Day 6: Maasai Mara to Lake Elementaita
Enjoy breakfast, then check out. Optionally visit a Maasai village (extra cost). Drive to Lake Elementaita, arriving in the afternoon. Take a guided walk along the lake’s shores to the hot springs, and enjoy views of migratory birds like flamingos and pelicans. Return to the lodge for dinner and rest.
Accommodation: Sentrim Lake Elementaita / Similar
Day 7: Lake Elementaita to Nairobi
After breakfast, visit the lake shore once more for early morning birdwatching and photography. Begin your drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. Drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport marks the end of your safari.
