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- Destination: Kenya
- Duration: 9 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Safari
About This Trip
This Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour is an unforgettable 9-day private safari that showcases the very best of Kenya’s wildlife and landscapes. Beginning and ending in Nairobi, the journey takes you to iconic safari destinations including Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park, and the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Travel with expert driver-guides and enjoy carefully planned game drives that offer exceptional opportunities to spot endangered black and white rhinos, chimpanzees, flamingos, giraffes, and countless other species in their natural habitats.
The highlight of this Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour is extended time in Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s premier safari reserves and home to the legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. With multiple safari days, you will enjoy thrilling wildlife encounters and, during the migration season, may witness the spectacular Great Migration between Kenya and Tanzania. Designed as a private and bespoke safari experience, this tour combines comfort, conservation, and adventure, making it ideal for wildlife lovers, photographers, and travelers seeking an authentic African safari.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
1
Nairobi
Arrival
2 - 3
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Game Drive to Spot Black Rhinos & Chimpanzees, Free Day
4
Nyahururu, Lake Nakuru
Nyahururu: Thompson Falls
Lake Nakuru: Game Drive to See Birds and White Rhinos
5 - 8
Maasai Mara
Safari Experiences to Search for the Big Five
9
Nairobi
Departure
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Begin Your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour
Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya’s dynamic capital and the official starting point of your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour. After a warm welcome by your professional driver-guide, transfer to your hotel while receiving an overview of your upcoming safari adventure. The rest of the day is free to relax, enjoy the hotel amenities, or explore nearby neighborhoods. In the evening, savor a memorable dining experience at a famous local restaurant, offering a perfect introduction to Kenyan cuisine and culture.
Highlights: Airport meet & greet, private hotel transfer, safari briefing, leisure time, Kenyan cultural dinner
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- Nairobi
- Day 2: Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Scenic Drive & Safari
After breakfast, set out on a scenic drive north toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a cornerstone of wildlife conservation and a highlight of your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour. Enjoy changing landscapes along the way, from fertile highlands to open savannahs. After lunch at your safari lodge, embark on an afternoon game drive where you may spot endangered black rhinos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and African wild dogs. Ol Pejeta is also the only place in Kenya where you can see rescued chimpanzees.
Highlights: Scenic highland drive, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, black rhino sightings, chimpanzee sanctuary, afternoon game drive
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- Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Day 3: Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Conservation Experiences & Optional Safaris
Today offers deeper insight into wildlife protection, making your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour both educational and inspiring. Visit the Rhino Information Centre to learn about conservation efforts, or explore the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Optional activities include guided bush walks, night game drives, or tracking wildlife with experienced rangers. This flexible day allows you to connect more closely with nature and Kenya’s conservation success stories.
Highlights: Rhino Information Centre, chimpanzee sanctuary visit, optional night safari, guided bush walk, conservation learning
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- Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Day 4: Ol Pejeta – Thompson Falls – Lake Nakuru National Park
Continue your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour with a scenic journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, stopping at the impressive Thompson Falls in Nyahururu for photos and relaxation. Upon arrival at Lake Nakuru, enjoy an afternoon game drive through diverse ecosystems of woodland, grassland, and lakeshore. This park is famous for flamingos, pelicans, white rhinos, and the rare Rothschild giraffe, offering exceptional wildlife and bird-watching opportunities.
Highlights: Thompson Falls stop, scenic Rift Valley landscapes, flamingos and birdlife, white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes
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- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara – Enter the Legendary Savannah
After breakfast, travel toward the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve, the heart of your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour. The journey takes you through scenic countryside and traditional Maasai villages. Arrive in time to relax at your lodge before heading out for a late-afternoon game drive, where vast open plains and abundant wildlife set the stage for unforgettable safari moments.
Highlights: Maasai countryside drive, traditional villages, Maasai Mara arrival, lodge relaxation, late-afternoon safari
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- Maasai Mara National Park
- Day 6: Maasai Mara – Full-Day Big Five Safari Experience
Spend the entire day exploring Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s richest wildlife regions. This key day of your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour focuses on searching for the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. With expert tracking by your guide, enjoy close encounters with predators, large herbivore herds, and countless bird species. Picnic lunches in the wild allow you to maximize safari time.
Highlights: Full-day safari, Big Five sightings, expert wildlife tracking, picnic lunch in the bush, prime photo opportunities
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- Maasai Mara National Park
- Day 7: Maasai Mara – Predator Tracking & Photography Safari
Another exciting day on safari deepens your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour experience. Focus on spotting elusive predators such as cheetahs and leopards, while observing natural hunting behaviors and interactions between species. The Mara’s golden light and sweeping landscapes provide outstanding opportunities for wildlife photography and cinematic safari memories.
Highlights: Predator tracking safari, cheetah and leopard sightings, wildlife behavior observation, photography opportunities
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- Maasai Mara National Park
- Day 8: Maasai Mara – Great Migration Route & Final Safari
Enjoy your final full safari day in Maasai Mara, the grand finale of your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour. During migration season (July–August), you may witness millions of wildebeest and zebras moving between Kenya and Tanzania in one of nature’s most dramatic spectacles. Even outside migration months, wildlife sightings remain exceptional, ensuring a powerful conclusion to your safari adventure.
Highlights: Great Migration route, wildebeest and zebra herds, final safari experience, breathtaking savannah views
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- Maasai Mara National Park
- Day 9: Maasai Mara – Return to Nairobi & Departure
After breakfast, depart Maasai Mara and drive back to Nairobi, reflecting on the unforgettable moments of your Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour. Upon arrival, transfer to the airport for your onward flight, marking the end of a once-in-a-lifetime African wildlife journey.
Highlights: Scenic return drive, private airport transfer, safari farewell, end of Kenya Wildlife Safari Tour
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