Classic Trails of Kenya: 9-Day Road Safari Circuit
Customizable
Overland road safari
Tour Overview
This nine-day overland safari is designed for travelers who want to see a broad cross-section of Kenya’s landscapes without constantly packing and unpacking. Traveling by road gives you a continuous sense of the country’s geography and daily life, from city outskirts to small trading centers and wide-open plains. The route follows a classic arc, taking in Amboseli’s elephant herds and views of Kilimanjaro, the lakes of the Great Rift Valley, and the wildlife-rich savannah of the Maasai Mara, while keeping the number of different lodges to a practical minimum.
You travel in a custom-built 4x4 or high-quality safari minivan with a pop-up roof, depending on your group size and preferences, and with a guaranteed window seat for every guest. Distances are paced so that driving days are varied but manageable, with stops to stretch your legs and photograph views en route. Your driver-guide is with you throughout, providing continuity and learning your interests as the journey unfolds. This continuity also allows for practical adjustments, such as slightly earlier departures on days when the light or wildlife conditions promise something special.
The safari begins in Nairobi and heads south to Amboseli, a park famous for its large, often tusked elephants and its views of Mount Kilimanjaro when the weather is clear. You spend two nights here to allow time for several game drives and to experience the changing moods of the mountain. From there, you drive into the Rift Valley for a pause at Lake Naivasha, with its acacia-fringed shores and resident birdlife, before continuing to the shores of Lake Nakuru or a neighboring conservancy, where rhino and diverse bird species are a highlight. The final arc of the trip takes you to the Maasai Mara for three nights of immersed wildlife viewing.
Accommodation is chosen with comfort, location, and conservation impact in mind: solidly built lodges or well-run tented camps with en suite bathrooms, hot water, and reliable electricity. These are not the most ostentatious properties in Kenya, but they are a clear step above basic options offered in many road safaris, and they are staffed by teams who understand both hospitality and the importance of minimizing impact on their surroundings. Meals are typically served buffet-style, with an emphasis on fresh produce and a mix of local and international dishes. Special dietary needs can be catered for with advance notice.
Conservation and community engagement are integrated throughout the itinerary. In Amboseli, for example, you can learn about the challenges of balancing elephant conservation with human livelihoods in a finite landscape. Around the Rift Valley lakes, you see firsthand how water levels and land-use changes affect bird and wildlife populations. In the Mara, your guide explains how tourism revenue helps fund ranger patrols and supports Maasai landowners who maintain wildlife corridors. Optional cultural visits, undertaken with sensitivity and fair compensation, provide additional context to the landscapes you are traveling through.
Because this itinerary spends multiple nights in key locations, there is space to rest between game drives and to personalize your experience. Keen photographers can work with the guide on timing and positioning at sightings, while those who prefer a slower pace can skip one drive and enjoy the lodge’s grounds or pool. Families benefit from the variety of environments—mountain views, lakes, and plains—that keep younger travelers engaged. Couples and solo guests appreciate the steady rhythm of travel, with enough structure to feel secure and enough freedom to feel like the journey is truly their own.
By the time you return to Nairobi on day nine, you will have traversed some of Kenya’s most iconic regions by road, gaining a grounded sense of distance and diversity. You will have seen elephants walking under the silhouette of Kilimanjaro, flamingos feeding in shallow alkaline waters when conditions allow, and lions resting in the shade of acacia trees. Expera Adventures’ role is to make that experience comfortable, coherent, and quietly impactful, so that your time and resources contribute positively to the places and people who make such journeys possible.
You travel in a custom-built 4x4 or high-quality safari minivan with a pop-up roof, depending on your group size and preferences, and with a guaranteed window seat for every guest. Distances are paced so that driving days are varied but manageable, with stops to stretch your legs and photograph views en route. Your driver-guide is with you throughout, providing continuity and learning your interests as the journey unfolds. This continuity also allows for practical adjustments, such as slightly earlier departures on days when the light or wildlife conditions promise something special.
The safari begins in Nairobi and heads south to Amboseli, a park famous for its large, often tusked elephants and its views of Mount Kilimanjaro when the weather is clear. You spend two nights here to allow time for several game drives and to experience the changing moods of the mountain. From there, you drive into the Rift Valley for a pause at Lake Naivasha, with its acacia-fringed shores and resident birdlife, before continuing to the shores of Lake Nakuru or a neighboring conservancy, where rhino and diverse bird species are a highlight. The final arc of the trip takes you to the Maasai Mara for three nights of immersed wildlife viewing.
Accommodation is chosen with comfort, location, and conservation impact in mind: solidly built lodges or well-run tented camps with en suite bathrooms, hot water, and reliable electricity. These are not the most ostentatious properties in Kenya, but they are a clear step above basic options offered in many road safaris, and they are staffed by teams who understand both hospitality and the importance of minimizing impact on their surroundings. Meals are typically served buffet-style, with an emphasis on fresh produce and a mix of local and international dishes. Special dietary needs can be catered for with advance notice.
Conservation and community engagement are integrated throughout the itinerary. In Amboseli, for example, you can learn about the challenges of balancing elephant conservation with human livelihoods in a finite landscape. Around the Rift Valley lakes, you see firsthand how water levels and land-use changes affect bird and wildlife populations. In the Mara, your guide explains how tourism revenue helps fund ranger patrols and supports Maasai landowners who maintain wildlife corridors. Optional cultural visits, undertaken with sensitivity and fair compensation, provide additional context to the landscapes you are traveling through.
Because this itinerary spends multiple nights in key locations, there is space to rest between game drives and to personalize your experience. Keen photographers can work with the guide on timing and positioning at sightings, while those who prefer a slower pace can skip one drive and enjoy the lodge’s grounds or pool. Families benefit from the variety of environments—mountain views, lakes, and plains—that keep younger travelers engaged. Couples and solo guests appreciate the steady rhythm of travel, with enough structure to feel secure and enough freedom to feel like the journey is truly their own.
By the time you return to Nairobi on day nine, you will have traversed some of Kenya’s most iconic regions by road, gaining a grounded sense of distance and diversity. You will have seen elephants walking under the silhouette of Kilimanjaro, flamingos feeding in shallow alkaline waters when conditions allow, and lions resting in the shade of acacia trees. Expera Adventures’ role is to make that experience comfortable, coherent, and quietly impactful, so that your time and resources contribute positively to the places and people who make such journeys possible.
Tour Highlights
Travel overland with a dedicated driver-guide and window seat for all
Two nights in Amboseli with chances to see elephants and Kilimanjaro
Rift Valley lake stopover for rhino and rich birdlife
Three nights in the Maasai Mara for big cat viewing
Upgraded lodges and tented camps with en suite comforts
Insight into conservation and community projects en route
Balanced driving days with multiple nights at key stops
Ideal introductory circuit for first-time Kenya visitors
Flexible pace to suit photographers, couples, and families
Optional cultural visit to a Maasai community
Duration
9 Days
Group Size
2-12 People
Difficulty
Moderate
Age Requirement
All ages
Frequently Asked Questions
Driving days vary from around two to three hours between Lake Naivasha and Nakuru to five to seven hours on the longer legs, with planned rest stops and game drives to break up the journeys and keep them manageable.
The circuit can work well for multi-generational groups, but because some days include longer drives, we recommend discussing the ages and mobility of travelers so we can adapt pacing, vehicle type, and lodge choices to ensure comfort for everyone.
June to October offers pleasant temperatures and generally drier roads, while November, December, and March can be greener with fewer visitors; the trip is possible year-round, but very heavy rains can occasionally affect road conditions and day-to-day timing.
Yes, one of the advantages of a road safari is that you travel with the same driver-guide and vehicle throughout, which builds rapport and allows the guide to tailor the experience more closely to your interests as the journey progresses.
We use solid mid- to upper-midrange lodges and tented camps selected for reliable comfort, good locations, and responsible practices, and can upgrade or adjust the mix of properties if you prefer a more luxurious or more budget-conscious version.
Many areas on this route are considered malaria zones and routine travel vaccinations are recommended, so we advise consulting your healthcare provider or a travel clinic before departure to discuss appropriate malaria prophylaxis and any other recommended immunizations.
Yes, the Mara section is very flexible and we can easily add extra nights there, reduce time at other stops, or include additional conservancies depending on your interests and the total number of days you have available.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Follow your journey through 9 incredible days of adventure.
1
Nairobi Arrival and Road Journey to Amboseli
You are greeted on arrival in Nairobi by an Expera Adventures representative and introduced to your driver-guide, who will accompany you for the duration of the safari. After a short briefing you depart the city, driving southeast toward Amboseli. As you leave Nairobi behind, the landscape opens into rolling countryside and small towns, offering an immediate sense of everyday Kenyan life. There is a stop along the way to stretch your legs and take refreshments before continuing toward the park, with Kilimanjaro’s broad outline often visible on clear days.
You reach your lodge or tented camp in time for a late lunch and check-in. After a brief rest, you head out on your first game drive in Amboseli National Park. The park’s open plains and seasonal swamps are ideal for spotting large herds of elephants, often moving in family groups across the landscape. You may also encounter buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, and a variety of antelopes, with Kilimanjaro providing a dramatic backdrop if the clouds lift. Your guide explains how Amboseli’s wetlands support such dense wildlife despite the region’s aridity. As the light softens toward evening you return to your lodge for dinner and a relaxed first night on safari.
You reach your lodge or tented camp in time for a late lunch and check-in. After a brief rest, you head out on your first game drive in Amboseli National Park. The park’s open plains and seasonal swamps are ideal for spotting large herds of elephants, often moving in family groups across the landscape. You may also encounter buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, and a variety of antelopes, with Kilimanjaro providing a dramatic backdrop if the clouds lift. Your guide explains how Amboseli’s wetlands support such dense wildlife despite the region’s aridity. As the light softens toward evening you return to your lodge for dinner and a relaxed first night on safari.
Activities: Meet and greet in Nairobi and safari briefing
Drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Check-in and lunch at Amboseli lodge or camp
Afternoon game drive in Amboseli
Dinner and overnight in Amboseli
Drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Check-in and lunch at Amboseli lodge or camp
Afternoon game drive in Amboseli
Dinner and overnight in Amboseli
2
Full Day Exploring Amboseli’s Elephants and Views
Your day starts early with coffee or tea and a light snack before you set off on a dawn game drive. Early mornings often offer the clearest views of Mount Kilimanjaro, and your guide will work to position you for photographs of elephants moving across the plains with the mountain behind them if conditions allow. You explore different areas of the park, from open grasslands to marshes where hippos wallow and birds congregate. After several hours of game viewing you return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and some downtime by the pool or on your veranda.
Later, after lunch and a siesta, you head out again in the cooler late afternoon. This second drive might focus on predators such as lions and hyenas, or simply on soaking up the sense of space and watching the behavior of the larger herbivores at close range. Your guide can also share insights into the ongoing conservation challenges in Amboseli, including human-wildlife coexistence around the park. At sunset you return to the lodge for dinner, where you can review the day’s sightings and prepare for the next stage of your journey.
Later, after lunch and a siesta, you head out again in the cooler late afternoon. This second drive might focus on predators such as lions and hyenas, or simply on soaking up the sense of space and watching the behavior of the larger herbivores at close range. Your guide can also share insights into the ongoing conservation challenges in Amboseli, including human-wildlife coexistence around the park. At sunset you return to the lodge for dinner, where you can review the day’s sightings and prepare for the next stage of your journey.
Activities: Early morning game drive with Kilimanjaro views if clear
Mid-morning breakfast and relaxation at lodge
Afternoon game drive in different parts of the park
Wildlife and conservation interpretation by guide
Dinner and second night in Amboseli
Mid-morning breakfast and relaxation at lodge
Afternoon game drive in different parts of the park
Wildlife and conservation interpretation by guide
Dinner and second night in Amboseli
3
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha in the Rift Valley
After breakfast, you check out and begin the drive back toward Nairobi before turning northwest into the Great Rift Valley. The road climbs and then drops dramatically, revealing expansive views across the valley floor with its patchwork of fields and scattered volcanic cones. There is a scenic viewpoint stop where you can stretch and photograph the panorama before continuing down to the lakes region. En route, your guide points out changes in vegetation and explains how the Rift’s geology has shaped the surrounding ecosystems.
You arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for a late lunch at your lodge, set among acacia trees on or near the lake shore. The afternoon is free for you to relax or opt for an additional activity such as a guided boat ride on the lake to look for hippos and waterbirds, or a walk on a nearby conservancy where giraffe and other plains game can sometimes be seen on foot under the supervision of local guides. As evening falls, you can listen to the sounds of the lakeshore and enjoy dinner at the lodge, reflecting on the diversity you have already encountered in just a few days.
You arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for a late lunch at your lodge, set among acacia trees on or near the lake shore. The afternoon is free for you to relax or opt for an additional activity such as a guided boat ride on the lake to look for hippos and waterbirds, or a walk on a nearby conservancy where giraffe and other plains game can sometimes be seen on foot under the supervision of local guides. As evening falls, you can listen to the sounds of the lakeshore and enjoy dinner at the lodge, reflecting on the diversity you have already encountered in just a few days.
Activities: Drive from Amboseli to the Great Rift Valley
Scenic stop at Rift Valley viewpoint
Arrival and lunch at Lake Naivasha lodge
Optional boat ride or guided walk (extra cost)
Dinner and overnight at Naivasha
Scenic stop at Rift Valley viewpoint
Arrival and lunch at Lake Naivasha lodge
Optional boat ride or guided walk (extra cost)
Dinner and overnight at Naivasha
4
Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru or Nearby Conservancy
This morning you have a relaxed breakfast before a relatively short drive to Lake Nakuru National Park or a neighboring rhino conservancy, depending on conditions and your preferences. The route skirts the shores of the Rift Valley lakes, passing through small towns and agricultural areas where you gain insight into Kenyan rural life. On entering the park or conservancy, you begin a game drive en route to your lodge, watching for buffalo, waterbuck, and, conditions permitting, flocks of flamingos along the lake’s alkaline shallows.
After lunch and a short rest at your accommodation, you head back out for an afternoon game drive focused on the area’s rhino populations and varied birdlife. Lake Nakuru has long been known as a stronghold for both black and white rhino, offering good chances of sightings while also highlighting the intensive protection measures required to keep them safe. You may also encounter Rothschild’s giraffe, baboons, and a variety of raptors. As dusk approaches you return to the lodge for dinner and an evening at leisure.
After lunch and a short rest at your accommodation, you head back out for an afternoon game drive focused on the area’s rhino populations and varied birdlife. Lake Nakuru has long been known as a stronghold for both black and white rhino, offering good chances of sightings while also highlighting the intensive protection measures required to keep them safe. You may also encounter Rothschild’s giraffe, baboons, and a variety of raptors. As dusk approaches you return to the lodge for dinner and an evening at leisure.
Activities: Drive from Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru region
Game drive through park or conservancy to lodge
Lunch and relaxation at lodge
Afternoon game drive with focus on rhino and birdlife
Dinner and overnight at Nakuru
Game drive through park or conservancy to lodge
Lunch and relaxation at lodge
Afternoon game drive with focus on rhino and birdlife
Dinner and overnight at Nakuru
5
Rift Valley to Maasai Mara Safari Heartland
After breakfast you depart the lakes region and drive southwest toward the Maasai Mara. The road passes through farmland and Maasai grazing lands, and your guide can explain the cultural and economic significance of cattle in the region. As you approach the Mara, the landscape opens into rolling plains dotted with acacia trees, signaling your arrival in one of Africa’s iconic wildlife areas. There is a stop en route for lunch or a picnic depending on timing and conditions.
Upon entering the greater Mara ecosystem, you game-drive your way toward your camp or lodge, already looking for the first signs of resident wildlife: perhaps a herd of topi, a group of giraffe feeding on thorn trees, or vultures circling above a distant carcass. You reach your accommodation in the afternoon, check in, and have a chance to settle before an optional short evening game drive if time permits. Dinner is served at camp, and you sleep to the sound of the bush with anticipation for the days of wildlife viewing ahead.
Upon entering the greater Mara ecosystem, you game-drive your way toward your camp or lodge, already looking for the first signs of resident wildlife: perhaps a herd of topi, a group of giraffe feeding on thorn trees, or vultures circling above a distant carcass. You reach your accommodation in the afternoon, check in, and have a chance to settle before an optional short evening game drive if time permits. Dinner is served at camp, and you sleep to the sound of the bush with anticipation for the days of wildlife viewing ahead.
Activities: Drive from Lake Nakuru region to Maasai Mara
Lunch stop en route
Game drive through Mara area to camp or lodge
Check-in and rest on arrival
Dinner and overnight in the Mara
Lunch stop en route
Game drive through Mara area to camp or lodge
Check-in and rest on arrival
Dinner and overnight in the Mara
6
Full Day of Game Viewing in the Maasai Mara
Your first full day in the Mara starts early, with a wake-up call and quick refreshments before heading onto the plains as the sun rises. The early light is ideal for spotting predators returning from a night’s hunting and for capturing the golden colors of the savannah. Your guide will tailor the morning’s route based on recent wildlife movements, perhaps seeking out a known lion pride or heading to an area frequented by cheetah. After several hours of game viewing, you either return to camp for a late breakfast or enjoy a picnic meal in the field.
The middle of the day is free for you to rest and enjoy the lodge facilities. After lunch, you set out again in the mid- to late afternoon when temperatures drop and animals become more active. This second drive might focus more on large herbivores, birdlife, or simply following up on sightings from the morning. Your guide also shares information about the Mara’s role in the larger Serengeti-Mara ecosystem and the importance of cross-border conservation efforts. As the sky shifts through shades of orange and pink, you pause for sundowners before returning to camp for dinner and another night in the bush.
The middle of the day is free for you to rest and enjoy the lodge facilities. After lunch, you set out again in the mid- to late afternoon when temperatures drop and animals become more active. This second drive might focus more on large herbivores, birdlife, or simply following up on sightings from the morning. Your guide also shares information about the Mara’s role in the larger Serengeti-Mara ecosystem and the importance of cross-border conservation efforts. As the sky shifts through shades of orange and pink, you pause for sundowners before returning to camp for dinner and another night in the bush.
Activities: Early morning game drive on the Mara plains
Breakfast in camp or as a picnic
Midday rest at lodge or camp
Afternoon game drive with sundowners
Dinner and overnight in the Mara
Breakfast in camp or as a picnic
Midday rest at lodge or camp
Afternoon game drive with sundowners
Dinner and overnight in the Mara
7
Second Day Immersed in Maasai Mara Wildlife
A second full day in the Mara allows you to deepen your experience and perhaps explore different corners of the reserve or nearby conservancies. Once again you set out early, taking advantage of the cooler temperatures and softer light. Your guide may suggest focusing on a particular area known for big cats, seeking out riverine habitats, or looking for smaller, often overlooked species such as jackals, servals, and the many bird species that share the grasslands. With more time in the area, you can afford to linger at sightings and watch interactions unfold rather than constantly moving on.
Depending on your interests and conditions, today can also include an optional visit to a nearby Maasai community for a culturally sensitive encounter that supports local livelihoods. Back at camp, you enjoy unhurried meals and downtime, perhaps comparing photographs with fellow guests or simply enjoying the view from your veranda. An afternoon game drive rounds out the day, often with a stop at a scenic viewpoint as the sun sets over the plains. Dinner brings another chance to discuss the day’s highlights and reflect on the variety of experiences the wider itinerary has provided.
Depending on your interests and conditions, today can also include an optional visit to a nearby Maasai community for a culturally sensitive encounter that supports local livelihoods. Back at camp, you enjoy unhurried meals and downtime, perhaps comparing photographs with fellow guests or simply enjoying the view from your veranda. An afternoon game drive rounds out the day, often with a stop at a scenic viewpoint as the sun sets over the plains. Dinner brings another chance to discuss the day’s highlights and reflect on the variety of experiences the wider itinerary has provided.
Activities: Early morning game drive focusing on new areas or species
Optional Maasai community visit (extra cost)
Leisure time at camp between drives
Afternoon game drive in the Mara
Dinner and final overnight in the Mara
Optional Maasai community visit (extra cost)
Leisure time at camp between drives
Afternoon game drive in the Mara
Dinner and final overnight in the Mara
8
Maasai Mara to Nairobi by Road
After a relaxed breakfast and perhaps a short final game drive depending on your departure time, you say goodbye to the Mara and begin the drive back toward Nairobi. The journey retraces part of your route through Maasai country and agricultural highlands, offering a final chance to observe daily life along the roadside—from herders moving cattle to roadside markets selling fresh produce. There is a stop for lunch at a convenient point along the way.
You arrive in Nairobi by late afternoon or early evening, depending on road conditions. You can either head straight to your chosen city hotel for a final night in Kenya or to the international airport for an evening departure if your schedule allows. If you are staying overnight, we can arrange dinner reservations or a relaxed evening at your hotel. Your driver-guide says farewell, and you part ways with someone who has not only driven you safely across Kenya but also interpreted its wildlife, landscapes, and cultures throughout the journey.
You arrive in Nairobi by late afternoon or early evening, depending on road conditions. You can either head straight to your chosen city hotel for a final night in Kenya or to the international airport for an evening departure if your schedule allows. If you are staying overnight, we can arrange dinner reservations or a relaxed evening at your hotel. Your driver-guide says farewell, and you part ways with someone who has not only driven you safely across Kenya but also interpreted its wildlife, landscapes, and cultures throughout the journey.
Activities: Breakfast and check-out from Mara camp or lodge
Optional short morning game drive if time allows
Drive from Maasai Mara back to Nairobi
Lunch stop en route
Evening drop-off at Nairobi hotel or airport
Optional short morning game drive if time allows
Drive from Maasai Mara back to Nairobi
Lunch stop en route
Evening drop-off at Nairobi hotel or airport
9
Departure from Nairobi or Optional City Extension
Depending on your international flight schedule, today may be a straightforward departure day or an opportunity for a short Nairobi extension. If you stayed overnight, you enjoy breakfast at your hotel before a private transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, with timing arranged to meet your flight comfortably. For those with a later departure and interest in seeing more, we can arrange optional visits to sites such as the Nairobi National Museum, a forest walk in the city’s green fringes, or curated shopping stops that support local artisans.
Whatever your onward plans, the road safari has given you a layered picture of Kenya that comes only from traveling its distances at ground level. You leave with images of elephants under Kilimanjaro, rhinos grazing in Rift Valley grasslands, and lions resting in the Mara, as well as snapshots of roadside life that reveal a country far more complex than any single park or lodge. Our team remains available to support your onward travel and to help you plan a return journey should you wish to explore other regions in the future.
Whatever your onward plans, the road safari has given you a layered picture of Kenya that comes only from traveling its distances at ground level. You leave with images of elephants under Kilimanjaro, rhinos grazing in Rift Valley grasslands, and lions resting in the Mara, as well as snapshots of roadside life that reveal a country far more complex than any single park or lodge. Our team remains available to support your onward travel and to help you plan a return journey should you wish to explore other regions in the future.
Activities: Breakfast at Nairobi hotel if staying overnight
Private transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Optional Nairobi city or cultural visits on request
Assistance with check-in for international flight
End of Expera Adventures services
Private transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Optional Nairobi city or cultural visits on request
Assistance with check-in for international flight
End of Expera Adventures services
What's Included
- Dedicated professional driver-guide for the duration of the safari
- Private or small-group transport in custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- 8 nights accommodation in lodges and tented camps as per itinerary
- Meals as specified in the daily breakdown
- All park and conservancy entry fees for Amboseli, Lake Nakuru area, and Maasai Mara
- Game drives as outlined, with guaranteed window seat for each guest
- Drinking water in the vehicle during drives
- Meet-and-greet services in Nairobi on arrival
- Airport transfers at the start and end of the safari
- AMREF Flying Doctors or similar emergency evacuation cover
What's Not Included
- International flights to and from Nairobi
- Kenyan entry visas and any local departure taxes
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Optional activities such as Naivasha boat rides, guided walks, and cultural visits
- Drinks at lodges other than supplied drinking water unless otherwise indicated
- Gratuities for driver-guides, lodge staff, and porters
- Laundry services unless specified as included at a property
- Personal expenses such as souvenirs, phone calls, and spa treatments
- Single supplement fees for solo use of a room or tent
What to Bring
Soft-sided suitcase or duffel that is easy to handle in vehicles
Casual, breathable clothing in neutral tones
Warm fleece or jacket for cool mornings and evenings
Comfortable closed walking shoes and light sandals
Sun hat, sunglasses, and high-factor sunscreen
Insect repellent, particularly for lake areas
Lightweight rain jacket depending on season
Binoculars to enhance wildlife viewing
Camera with zoom lens and spare batteries
Reusable water bottle to refill in vehicle and lodges
Travel pillow for longer driving stretches
Basic first aid kit and personal medications
Copy of passport, visa, and travel insurance
Small torch or headlamp for use around camp
Power bank and adaptor for Kenyan sockets (Type G)
Tour Pricing
Prices are in USD per person sharing. Single supplement and child discounts available.
Detailed pricing is available on request. Contact us for a personalized quote.
Starting from $3,450 per person
Children's Rates
Infants (0-2 years)
Free (sharing with parents)
Children (3-12 years, sharing)
50% of adult rate
Children (3-12 years, own room)
75% of adult rate
Teenagers (12+ years)
Full adult rate
Flexible Payment Options
Pay in installments with our "Lipa Polepole" plan. Secure your safari with just 30% deposit, and pay the balance before your travel date.
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