9-Day Lion King Safari

Highlights

Embark on an unforgettable 9-day safari adventure through Kenyaโ€™s most iconic and diverse landscapes. This exclusive journey includes visits to Tsavo West, Amboseli, Ol Pejeta, Lake Elmenteita, and the world-renowned Masai Mara, offering a perfect blend of wildlife encounters, scenic beauty, and cultural experiences. With accommodation at Serena lodges, transportation in custom 4×4 Land Cruisers, game drives led by professional English-speaking guides, and park fees all taken care of, this trip guarantees a seamless and luxurious African safari experience.

Details Itinerary

After an early morning pick-up at your Nairobi hotel, you’ll meet your dedicated driver-guide and begin your journey to Tsavo West National Park. Enjoy a wildlife-rich drive and check in at the Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, one of Kenyaโ€™s oldest and most storied safari lodges. After lunch and some time to unwind, you’ll head out on your first game drive at 4:00 PM. Keep your eyes open for red elephants, buffalo, rhinos, and lions, all while exploring Tsavoโ€™s dramatic lava landscapes and savannahs.Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

Spend the entire day discovering the wonders of Tsavo West, with morning and afternoon game drives. You’ll visit Mzima Springs, where hippos and crocodiles can be seen from underwater viewing chambers, explore the eerie Shetani Lava Flow, and climb Roaring Rocks for panoramic views. On one afternoon, enjoy a special Sundowner experience in the bush.Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

After breakfast, you’ll head to Amboseli National Park, where Mount Kilimanjaro looms large over the plains. Upon check-in at Ol Tukai Lodge, relax and enjoy lunch with sweeping views of the landscape. In the afternoon, set off on a game drive to see Amboseliโ€™s famous elephants, many of them tuskers, and spot lions, hyenas, and giraffes roaming freely.Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge

Depart early and travel north via Nairobi and through the Central Highlands, stopping at the Equator Line near Nanyuki for a fun water demonstration and certificate souvenir. Arrive at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Kenyaโ€™s premier private reserve. After lunch at Sweetwaters Serena Camp, enjoy an afternoon at leisure or head out for a wildlife drive in this Big Five haven, also home to the last northern white rhinos and a chimpanzee sanctuary.Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Spend the full day exploring this wildlife-rich conservancy, where you’ll enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives. Learn about cutting-edge conservation work and encounter rare species, including black rhinos, Grevyโ€™s zebras, and Jacksonโ€™s hartebeests.Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Drive to the Rift Valley, stopping at the 237-foot Nyahururu Falls for photos. Continue to Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp, located within the scenic Soysambu Conservancy. After lunch, enjoy time by the infinity pool or opt for optional activities like horseback riding or archery. Later, a guided game drive offers a chance to spot Rothschild giraffes, flamingos, elands, and more.Accommodation: Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp

Enjoy scenic views as you descend the eastern wall of the Rift Valley. An optional visit to a Maasai Manyatta gives you a deep cultural experience with singing, dancing, and jumping contests. Continue to the Masai Mara, where you’ll check in at Sarova Mara Game Camp and head out on an exciting evening game drive.Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp

Experience the Masai Mara with two game drivesโ€”one in the early morning and one in the late afternoon. Home to the highest density of wildlife in Kenya, this reserve is particularly famous for its Big Cats and the Great Migration (seasonal). Optional: Elevate your experience with a hot air balloon safari (at extra cost), offering breathtaking aerial views of the savannah and its roaming wildlife.Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp

After breakfast, depart for Nairobi, arriving in the early afternoon for a farewell lunch at Carnivore Restaurant, courtesy of Afio Mai Africa Safaris. Youโ€™ll then be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight home.

Inclusions :

  • All national park & conservancy entry fees
  • Accommodation at luxury Serena lodges and camps
  • All meals as detailed in the itinerary
  • Game drives in custom 4×4 Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs
  • Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • All ground transportation and airport transfers
  • Bottled water during game drives
  • Farewell lunch at Carnivore Restaurant

Exclusions:

  • International flights
  • Extra Nairobi hotel nights (before/after the safari)
  • Tips (suggested: $10 per person/day)
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, visa, travel insurance)
  • Drinks (unless otherwise specified)
  • Optional balloon safari or Maasai village visit
  • Government-imposed park fee/tax increases

Prices

Travel Dates2 People (1 room)3 People (2 rooms)4 People (2 rooms)5 People (3 rooms)6 People (3 rooms)
Jun 1 โ€“ Oct 31, 2025$6,072$5,436$5,121$4,925$4,816
Nov 1 โ€“ Nov 30, 2025$5,243$4,611$4,296$4,100$3,991
Dec 23, 2025 โ€“ Jan 1, 2026$6,072$5,436$5,121$4,925$4,816

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