Classic Kenya

Suggested Itinerary

Overview

A classic adventure that takes you to the heart of one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife destinations, this beguiling journey showcases some of Kenya’s most iconic settings. Over the coming days you’ll take in the spectacular scenery of Amboseli, the game-rich lands of Samburu and the unending drama of the Maasai Mara.

Combining some of the very best that Kenya has to offer ...

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Suggested Itinerary

This is a suggested itinerary. Our experts have all travelled widely in the region and will be happy to tailor any of our itineraries to suit your tastes, or build a trip from scratch.

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Day 1 ARRIVE NAIROBI

Day 1 ARRIVE NAIROBI

On arrival at Nairobi's international Airport you will be met and transferred to your comfortable, city hotel. The rest of the day will then be free to relax and enjoy the city.

Ole Sereni Hotel
Breakfast

Day 2 NAIROBI - AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Day 2 NAIROBI - AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

From Nairobi Wilson airport, catch the Safarilink flight down to the Amboseli Airstrip, landing mid-afternoon. Located at the foot of the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro, Satao Elerai is a lovely base from which to explore one of Kenya's most scenic, yet strangely under visited, national parks. The lodge is within a 5000-acre private reserve leased from the local Elerai Maasai community to protect the land from poaching and habitat infringement. The area is a critical wildlife corridor and therefore important to protect. Tonight, you will enjoy a sundowner in the bush.

Elerai
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 EXPLORE AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Day 3 EXPLORE AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Spend today on a game walk on the conservancy, visiting the Elerai Masai community to understand their traditional way of life and enjoy a spectacular night game drive. Alternatively, go on safari in Amboseli National Park, famed for its abundant populations of elephants and birds, in search of game such as lion, buffalo, gazelle, cheetah, wildebeest, zebra and giraffe.

Elerai
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK - SAMBURU NATIONAL PARK

Day 4 AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK - SAMBURU NATIONAL PARK

You will be transferred back to the airstrip for your Safarilink flight up to Nairobi where you will connect with your flight to Samburu National Reserve. Arriving before midday, you will be met and transferred to the luxury Elephant Bedroom Camp, situated on the banks of the Ewaso Ng'iro River. Following a delicious lunch, there will be some time to relax before heading out later on an evening game drive. The perfect chance to orientate yourself to your surroundings and whet your appetite for the adventures to come.

Elephant Bedroom Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 EXPLORE SAMBURU NATIONAL PARK

Day 5 EXPLORE SAMBURU NATIONAL PARK

Enjoy a traditional safari programme of morning and afternoon game drives through the scenic, game-rich wilderness of the Samburu National Reserve. Lions, leopards and elephants are amongst the animals often seen within the reserve as well as a variety of plains game including impalas and zebras. For those so inclined, additional activities such as visits to Samburu villages and guided bush walks can also be added for a fee, payable locally.

Elephant Bedroom Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 SAMBURU NATIONAL PARK - THE MAASAI MARA (NORTH CONSERVANCY)

Day 6 SAMBURU NATIONAL PARK - THE MAASAI MARA (NORTH CONSERVANCY)

This morning you fly straight on to the famed landscapes of the Maasai Mara, surely one of Africa's most dramatic and spectacular wildlife regions. On arrival you will be driven to camp, where a sumptuous lunch will be waiting before a late afternoon game drive provides you your first chance to encounter some of the big game for which this reserve is so well known.

Karen Blixen Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 EXPLORE THE MAASAI MARA

Day 7 EXPLORE THE MAASAI MARA

The Maasai Mara is home to some of the largest populations of big cats on the continent, as well as rhinos, hyenas, crocodiles and more than 470 species of birds. Guests staying at Karen Blixen Camp enjoy safaris in the Mara North Conservancy. During the Great Migration season (typically between July and October) you will also be able to enjoy a day out to the main part of the Maasai Mara National Reserve in search of the herds and the chance to witness a river crossing.

Karen Blixen Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 EXPLORE THE MAASAI MARA

Day 8 EXPLORE THE MAASAI MARA

Your last full day of the trip can either be spent relaxing at the camp, or extra activities can be enjoyed for an additional cost such as visits to a traditional Maasai Manyatta, sundowner drinks trips and guided bush walks. Many visitors to the camp will also want to try one of the Mara's most iconic experiences, a sunrise hot air balloon trip followed by a Champagne breakfast in the bush. These must be pre-booked as spaces are very limited especially during high season.

Karen Blixen Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 THE MAASAI MARA (NORTH CONSERVANCY) - NAIROBI

Day 9 THE MAASAI MARA (NORTH CONSERVANCY) - NAIROBI

Following an early morning game drive and breakfast back at camp you will then depart for the airstrip for the flight back to Nairobi and any onward travels where your tour ends.

Breakfast

SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION

Hotel Rating

Ultra
The best of the best, the ultimate in luxury
Luxury
Outstanding service and facilities, giving you the 5* experience
Premium
Excellent standards offering a higher-end experience
Superior
Good quality service and overall comfort
Simple
No frills, basic accommodation, but often in the most exciting of places

Hotel Rating

Ultra
The best of the best, the ultimate in luxury
Luxury
Outstanding service and facilities, giving you the 5* experience
Premium
Excellent standards offering a higher-end experience
Superior
Good quality service and overall comfort
Simple
No frills, basic accommodation, but often in the most exciting of places

Hotel Rating

Ultra
The best of the best, the ultimate in luxury
Luxury
Outstanding service and facilities, giving you the 5* experience
Premium
Excellent standards offering a higher-end experience
Superior
Good quality service and overall comfort
Simple
No frills, basic accommodation, but often in the most exciting of places

Hotel Rating

Ultra
The best of the best, the ultimate in luxury
Luxury
Outstanding service and facilities, giving you the 5* experience
Premium
Excellent standards offering a higher-end experience
Superior
Good quality service and overall comfort
Simple
No frills, basic accommodation, but often in the most exciting of places

Accommodation listed here is intended as a guide only, to give you a taste of what we can do. Our experts can tailor any aspect of this itinerary and accommodation to suit your budget and tastes.

GUIDELINE PRICE & WHAT'S INCLUDED

9 days from C$10,795

MEALS

As specified in the itinerary, sampling some of the country's finest cuisine.

TRANSPORT

Private air-conditioned vehicles with experienced, dedicated drivers.

ENTRANCE FEES

Tours and admission fees, including tickets specified in the itinerary.

EXPERT TEAM

Licensed English-speaking guides and a support team available 24/7.

ACCOMMODATION

As specified in the itinerary, using some of our favourite local properties.

WILD MILES

This tour will earn you 8456 Wild Miles

ACCOMMODATION

Ultra
The best of the best, the ultimate in luxury
Luxury
Outstanding service and facilities, giving you the 5* experience
Premium
Excellent standards offering a higher-end experience
Superior
Good quality service and overall comfort
Simple
No frills, basic accommodation, but often in the most exciting of places

Wild Miles Club

When you book a trip with Wild Frontiers you are awarded points, which are based on the return distance from London to the arrival city of your trip. Points are awarded for all our holidays, including both our escorted group tours and tailor-made trips. When you accrue points, you will qualify for the following discounts on all future bookings:

Blue More than 10,000 points 2.5% discount
Bronze More than 30,000 points 5% discount
Silver More than 45,000 points 7.5% discount
Gold More than 60,000 points 10% discount

This itinerary is aimed to give you an idea of what we can offer. The price shown above is per person, based on two people travelling outside of peak periods. As this itinerary is only a suggestion and can be tailor-made to suit your interests and budget, your final price may differ.

Positive Impact of this Trip

Tree
Ten trees are planted per passenger on this trip
Community
Supports Wild Frontiers Foundation community projects
Wind Turbine
A contribution to renewable energy projects

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