CLASSIC ITINERARY
Kenya Highlights: The Classic Safari
Your safari in Kenya will be an eye-opening journey through breathtaking scenery populated by diverse and exotic wildlife. Absorb the rich cultural heritage of Kenya’s 42 tribes, relax in deluxe hotels and luxurious tented camps, and dine on delicious Kenyan and international cuisine

Day 1: Spend your first night in Kenya in this serene escape in Nairobi City

Day 2 is a slow introduction to safari watching elephants from the balcony of the lodge on the slopes of the Aberdares Mountains.

Day 8 returns you to Nairobi for a farewell lunch at the Carnivore restaurant before departing with longlasting memories of Kenya

Day 1: Spend your first night in Kenya in this serene escape in Nairobi City
DAILY ITINERARY
DAY 1 | NAIROBI & WELCOME
Welcome to Kenya! Upon arrival into Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be greeted and escorted to your hotel, a serene escape in Kenya's bustling modern capital city.
OVERNIGHT: NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL
MEALS: ON OWN ACCOUNT
Day 2 | ABERDARES NATIONAL PARK
The jagged peaks of Africa’s second tallest mountain loom in the distance as you arrive at your lodge tucked among the forested lower slopes of Aberdare Ranges. Set in the heart of the Aberdare National Park, iconic and yes, quirky. The Ark overlooks a floodlit waterhole and salt lick, which attracts a host of awesome wildlife.
OVERNIGHT: THE ARK
MEALS: B/L/D
DAY 3 | OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY & CHIMPANZEE SANCTUARY
Your first day on safari! This morning, we drive to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a private game sanctuary situated on the Laikipia Plains near Mount Kenya, arriving in time for lunch at the Sweetwaters Tented Camp. Built on the grounds of a colonial-era farm inside the conservancy itself, Sweetwaters is the perfect base for exploring Ol Pejeta. After settling into your accommodations, set out into the bush for your first game-viewing drive. Later this afternoon, you will tour Sweetwater’s Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only facility of its kind in Kenya. Upon your return to camp, you can relax on your private verandah overlooking the camp’s water hole, take a dip in the pool, or catalog the day’s haul of wildlife photographs. After dinner, relax by the fire or retire to the wonderful ambiance of your tent. The camp’s luxurious tents all feature comfortable beds, electricity, hot/cold running water, and a full in-suite bathroom with shower.
OVERNIGHT: SWEETWATERS TENTED CAMP
MEALS: B/L/D
DAY 4 | OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY
Enjoy the entire day at leisure at Sweetwaters with morning and afternoon game drives through the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Boasting an incredible density of wildlife within its borders, the conservancy is home to a host of endangered species and especially known for its populations of black rhinoceros. We return to camp for dinner and another pleasant evening.
OVERNIGHT: SWEETWATERS TENTED CAMP
MEALS: B/L/D
DAY 5 | LAKE NAKURU
This morning, you may find yourself awakened by the trumpeting of elephants who have come for their morning visit to the water hole. We drive to Lake Nakuru National Park arriving in time for lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park, famous for its vast flocks of flamingoes. In some months, these birds are so abundant that they seem to form a pink band along the lakeshore. Among a wide variety of other animals, notable inhabitants of the park include giraffe, buffalo, waterbuck, lion, and rhinoceros.
OVERNIGHT: LAKE NAKURU SOPA LODGE
MEALS: B/L/D
DAY 6 | MAASAI MARA
Setting out across the Great Rift Valley, we arrive in the Maasai Mara in time for lunch at Mara Serena Safari Lodge. Set high on a hilltop above the Mara, the lodge is blessed with sweeping views of the savannah below. In the distance you can see the meandering coils of the hippo-filled Mara river. The Maasai Mara Game Reserve is widely considered to be one of Africa’s greatest reserves, where the Maasai community co-exists in harmony with the local fauna. The co-existence of man and wildlife makes this one of the world’s most unique wilderness regions. The Mara is home to a breathtaking array of life. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in this natural paradise, returning to the lodge for dinner and relaxation around the fire pit.
OVERNIGHT: MARA SERENA SAFARI LODGE
MEALS: B/L/D
DAY 7 | MAASAI MARA
Enjoy a full day of game viewing in the Maasai Mara. The vast grasslands teem with herds of zebra, giraffe, gazelle, and topi. The acacia forests abound with monkeys and bird life. Elephants and buffalo wallow in the wide Musiara Swamp while the Mara and Talek rivers brim with hippos and crocodiles. From July through October, the Mara plays host to one of the greatest spectacles on the planet as millions of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle and topi head north from Tanzania into Kenya. Those fortunate enough to witness The Great Migration are treated to spectacular viewing and photographic opportunities.
OVERNIGHT: MARA SERENA SAFARI LODGE
MEALS: B/L/D
DAY 8 | NAIROBI
Return to Nairobi where day rooms have been reserved for you to relax, pack, or swim before your farewell dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant and your flight home.
DAY-ROOMS: FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON NAIROBI AIRPORT
Starting At
$5,545
per person
8
days
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► Guaranteed departure from Nairobi with a minimum of two travelers.
► Dates and itinerary are customizable.
► This itinerary also available as a Small Group Journey with set departure dates, limited to 18 travelers.
KENYA HIGHLIGHTS
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Costs Include :
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Exclusive use of an English-speaking chauffeur/guide
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Exclusive use of a 4 X 4 Land cruiser
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Bottled mineral water while on safari
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Transfers to/from airport upon arrival/departure
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Full board accommodation while on safari
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Overnight accommodation and breakfast in Nairobi
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All park entrance fees
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Game drives as specified in the itinerary
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All Kenya government taxes & service charges
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Flying Doctors evacuation service