Depart Nairobi at 07:00 hrs and drive towards northern Kenya, passing through the scenic and agriculturally rich Central Highlands, brimming with pineapple, tea, and coffee plantations. Continue through Nanyuki Town, the gateway to Mount Kenya, and an hour later, reach Isiolo Town, the final stop before Shaba. Enjoy an afternoon game viewing drive in Buffalo Springs National Reserve, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Sarova Shaba Lodge.
Itinerary
2 Travellers
June 28, 2025 - July 3, 2025
June 28 - July 3
Jun 28
Day 1
Buffalo Springs National Reserve
Buffalo Springs National Reserve
Depart Nairobi at 07:00 hrs and drive towards northern Kenya, passing through the scenic and agriculturally rich Central Highlands, brimming with pineapple, tea, and coffee plantations. Continue through Nanyuki Town, the gateway to Mount Kenya, and an hour later, reach Isiolo Town, the final stop before Shaba. Enjoy an afternoon game viewing drive in Buffalo Springs National Reserve, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Sarova Shaba Lodge.
Note
Please ensure you are ready at your pick-up location in Nairobi at 7:00am.
Jun 29
Day 2
Aberdare National Park
Aberdare National Park
After breakfast, take a brief game viewing drive to soak in the magical beauty of Northern Kenya. Then, head towards Mweiga in the Central part of Kenya, arriving in time for lunch at Aberdare Country Club. In the afternoon, you'll be transferred in club vehicles to The Ark Lodge for an evening and night of game viewing from the lodge precincts. Enjoy dinner and spend the night at The Ark Lodge.
Jun 30
Day 3
Aberdare National Park to Lake Nakuru National Park
Aberdare National Park to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast at The Ark, you'll be transferred back to Aberdare Country Club to reconnect with your safari driver/guide. From there, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, pausing briefly at Thompson Falls in Nyahururu. Arrive at Lake Nakuru in time for lunch at the lodge. Enjoy a late afternoon game drive in the park, where sightings of white rhinos and African buffalos are almost guaranteed! Your day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge.
Jul 1
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch at the camp. In the afternoon, embark on a game viewing drive in what is widely acclaimed as the finest game viewing area in the world! End your day with dinner and an overnight stay at Sarova Mara Camp.
Jul 2
Day 5
Explore the Maasai Mara
Explore the Maasai Mara
Enjoy morning and afternoon game viewing drives in the expansive Maasai Mara Game Reserve, where you might be lucky enough to spot the Big Five in a single day! Alternatively, you can opt for a full day game viewing drive with picnic lunches provided. All meals will be taken care of, and you'll spend the night at Sarova Mara Camp.
Jul 3
Day 6
Return to Nairobi
Return to Nairobi
After breakfast, you'll head back to Nairobi on a return drive. Once you arrive, you'll be dropped off at your city hotel or the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
What's included
Accommodation on FULL BOARD BASIS on safari (Except where otherwise stated)
Transport based on 4X4 SAFARI LANDCRUISER (5-7 Seaters)
During the safari, this will be provided by a ENGLISH- speaking driver/guide
Transfers in the city will be carried out in vehicles according to occupancy: ranging from SMALL SALOON CARS to 50-seater cars, depending on the number of passengers.
Services of our Clients Relations Officers & Reps for meet, greet and safari briefings (& debriefing) in Nairobi.
Registration with the AMREF Flying Doctors for medical evacuation service in case of emergency
Game drives and Park Entrance Fees
Mineral water during the safari (refrigerated water tank in the vehicles). Please bring your own refillable water bottle.
Safari hats and luggage tags made by a Self-help Group (Former Street Children, supported by SSA)
What's excluded
Visa Fees (currently @ $51 per person)
International and domestic flights
Vaccines and personal insurance
Optional activities and excursions
Drinks not included in the itinerary
Gratuities
Laundry and other personal expenses
Accommodation in Nairobi.
Holiday season Supplements (Easter, Christmas and New Year)
Trip extras
Optional
Maasai Village Visit
Optional
Ballon Safari in Maasai Mara
Arrival
Jun 28, 2025
Extras included
Total
USD
Offer is made subject to availability at the time of booking. Added trip extras are finalized on request.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1
Jun 28
Day 2
Jun 29
Day 3
Jun 30
Day 4
Jul 1
Day 5
Jul 2
Day 6
Jul 3
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What our travellers say
Reviews from our trips
Humaid
May 2025
United Arab Emirates
Just wanted to say thank you for the amazing trip in Kenya!
Everything was perfectly organized — from the safari experience to the accommodations and guides.
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Dave & Family
May 2025
Virginia, USA
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May 2025
France
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December 2024
Manchester, UK
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October 2024
Washington, D.C.
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September 2024
UK
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New York, USA
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