Kenya's Best

An overnight in Nairobi may be required depending on flight arrival schedules. (additional costs) 

Friday

After being collected from your Nairobi hotel (or the airport), you will be driven to the famous Aberdare National Park. Aptly dubbed ‘Scotland with Lions’, this charismatic Afro-Alpine realm showcases the wild beauty of the Aberdare mountain range where elephants roam through lichen-hung forests and spectacular waterfalls plunge into churning pools. Arriving in time for lunch at The Aberdares Country Club you will later be transported (with a small overnight bag) into the exclusive sanctuary that surrounds The Ark. A secluded lodge designed to resemble Noah’s Ark, this timbered lodge is unique, not least because of the splendor of the game-watching experience around its private waterhole, which attracts large herds of elephants. 

Overnight at The Ark 

NB: Kindly note only an overnight bag is allowed at Ark.  Rest of the luggage wil be locked up at the Abardare Country Club at no extra cost. 

Saturday

After breakfast you will be transferred back to The Aberdare Country Club, where you will reconnect with your driver guide. Drive north to the rugged Shaba National Reserve, where Joy and George Adamson raised Elsa the lion cub.  Arrive in time for lunch at the luxurious Sarova Shaba Lodge, with chalet style rooms overlooking the Uaso Nyiro River.  Natural spring water has been harnessed to ribbon its way around the property creating a beautiful landscape. Coupled with the large free-form swimming pool that flows around the lush gardens and tall trees, this refreshing water lends an almost magical feel to this natural oasis.

Spend the afternoon discovering the unique species found in this area including the reticulated giraffe, rare Beisa oryx, gerenuk and Grevy’s zebra.

Overnight at Sarova Shaba Lodge for the next two days. 

Sunday 

On morning and afternoon game drives photographic opportunities abound as you seek out elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, plains game and more. The river forest attracts a wide variety of birds.

At Tulia mini spa you can relax and unwind as you enjoy a great massage while listening to the trickling natural streams and the wild sounds of the African jungle. Or get adventurous and have a massage in the wild.

Overnight Sarova Shaba Lodge 

Monday 

Drive south to Lake Nakuru colored a shimmering pink from the over one million flamingos making this their home. Arrive in time for lunch at the Sarova Lion Hill Lodge, set in beautiful grounds with panoramic views of the lake and park. The Lodge is a natural haven for bird life and attracts over 50 species of birds amongst the 400 species that inhabit the Park. 

Later venture out on safari. In addition to the flamingoes there are hundreds of species of other birds. In this rhino sanctuary sightings of both black and white rhino are almost guaranteed, and you have a good chance of spotting a leopard. (Lunch at Panari Nyahururu enroute)

Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge. 

Tuesday 

Today enjoy a scenic drive to Sarova Mara Game camp, a perfect base from which to explore the wonders of the Maasai Mara. Tents are large and comfortable, tastefully furnished with double and twin beds, wardrobes, writing desk and safari chairs. En-suite bathrooms and fully stocked mini-bars blend tasteful comfort with the beautiful nature that makes the Mara.

After lunch get the cameras ready and enjoy a thrilling afternoon game-viewing drive in this photographer’s paradise. The Mara is noted for its superb black-maned male lions. You may see lots of elephants and if you're lucky leopard, cheetah and rhino as well as hippo, buffalo, zebra, giraffe and many others

Overnight: Sarova Mara Game Camp 

Wednesday

Morning and afternoon safaris in Africa's richest wildlife viewing arena will take you in search of spectacular wildlife. In between game drives, relax at the camp or indulge in a spa treatment.

You may opt to visit the local Maasai Village or rise early for an exhilarating hot-air balloon ride gliding silently over the Maasai plains. (Additional costs)

Overnight Sarova Mara Camp 

Thursday

After breakfast bid farewell to the Maasai Mara as you set on your journey back to Nairobi. Transfer to the airport in time for your departure flight. 

Alternatively fly back to Nairobi (at additional cost).