Focus: Big 5 safari, iconic parks, luxury lodges.
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
- Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
- Transfer to Nairobi Serena Hotel or Giraffe Manor (for a unique experience).
- Afternoon visit to David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (orphaned elephants) and Giraffe Centre.
- Dinner at a local restaurant like Carnivore.
Day 2: Nairobi → Amboseli National Park (4–5 hr drive)
- Drive south to Amboseli National Park.
- Check-in at Ol Tukai Lodge or Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge.
- Afternoon game drive: look for elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.
- Sunset photography opportunities.
Day 3: Amboseli National Park
- Morning and evening game drives.
- Optional: visit a Maasai village to learn local culture.
- Relaxation at lodge during midday.
- Night under the stars in the lodge’s veranda.
Day 4: Amboseli → Maasai Mara National Reserve (6–7 hr drive or 1 hr flight)
- Optional early morning game drive in Amboseli.
- Drive/fly to Maasai Mara; check-in at Mara Serena Lodge or Ashnil Mara Camp.
- Evening game drive: see lions, elephants, zebras, and cheetahs.
Day 5–6: Maasai Mara Safari
- Full-day game drives with picnic lunches.
- Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise with champagne breakfast (Day 6).
- Optional Maasai cultural visit in the afternoon.
- Wildlife photography and sundowner drives.
Day 7: Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha (5–6 hr drive)
- Morning game drive in Mara.
- Drive to Lake Naivasha; check-in at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge.
- Afternoon boat ride to spot hippos, birds, and scenic views.
- Optional walking safari on Crescent Island.
Day 8: Lake Naivasha → Nairobi → Departure (2–3 hr drive)
Transfer to airport for departure.
Breakfast at lodge, optional morning boat ride.
Drive back to Nairobi; visit Kazuri Beads Factory for souvenirs.