Kenya's Iconic Plains & Peaks
From here you’ll continue to Lake Nakuru, which is home to exceptional birdlife (including flamingos), as well as over 50 varieties of mammals including lion, leopard, and rhino. A hiking trail leads up to the rim of the ancient caldera, offering bird’s eye views over the lake and surrounds, and then plunges 400 metres down to the floor below, where visitors can walk among ancient forests – truly stunning.
Finally your journey rounds out in the world famous Amboseli National Park, where elephants amble past a backdrop of snowcapped Mount Kilimanjaro with majesty and grandeur.
This is a well-paced, varied journey through three of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes that offers fantastic guiding, comfortable accommodation, and a top notch small group experience.
You will love
- Small-group safari with set departure dates
- The expanses of the Maasai Mara
- Nakuru’s vast flamboyances of flamingo
- Large elephant herds in Amboseli
- Cultural connections
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Three of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes
9 UNFORGETTABLE DAYS
DAY 1 | NAIROBI | 1 NIGHT
Today marks the start of your Kenyan Trilogy safari.
You will be met and transferred to the Tamarind Tree Hotel to meet the rest of your group and spend the rest of the afternoon/evening at leisure.
DAY 2 | MAASAI MARA NATIONAL PARK | 3 NIGHTS
After breakfast you’ll fly to the Maasai Mara, arriving in time for lunch. You’ll have time to settle in and take in your surroundings before heading out on your first game drive. Binoculars at the ready – large prides of lions, herds of elephants, as well as giraffes, gazelles and eland can also be spotted in the reserve and there are often exciting predator-prey interactions.
DAY 3 | MAASAI MARA NATIONAL PARK | 3 NIGHTS
Enjoy early morning and evening game drives to take in the endless plains dotted with acacia trees, and the iconic sight of the Maasai people grazing their cattle across the landscape. Wildlife is abundant and you’ll enjoy intimate encounters with Africa’s most iconic species.
DAY 4 | MAASAI MARA NATIONAL PARK | 3 NIGHTS
Your final full day in the Mara allows you to explore further afield on game drives or visit local community projects. Next to Basecamp Maasai Mara is the Enjoolata Awareness Centre where guests are invited into exhibitions, movies, photo editing and face-to-face meetings with the Maasai community.
DAY 5 | LAKE NAKURU | 1 NIGHT
An early start sees your game driving back to the airstrip to fly back to Nairobi, then continue by road to Lake Nakuru, with a picnic lunch en route.
Lake Nakuru National Park is home to exceptional birdlife, as well as over 50 varieties of mammals including lion, leopard, giraffe, rhino and various primates. A hiking trail leads up to the rim of the ancient caldera, offering bird’s eye views over the lake, and history and culture enthusiasts will be fascinated by the Hyrax Hill prehistoric site.
Take in your new surroundings with an afternoon game drive before dinner.
DAY 6 | AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK | 2 NIGHTS
Another early start as you leave Lake Nakuru and head for Amboseli National Park with a picnic lunch and plenty of wildlife-spotting along the way.
The landscape of Amboseli is dominated by the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as open plains, acacia woodland, swamps and the massif of Ol Doinyo Orok. Heading out on an evening game drive you’ll see why this is the best place in Africa to get close to large herds of elephants.
DAY 7 | AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK | 2 NIGHTS
Morning and evening game drives showcase Amboseli’s famous wildlife and astounding array of birds, with the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro creating majestic photo opportunities.
DAY 8 | NAIROBI | 1 NIGHT
Your time in the bush draws to a close as you return to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon to check into your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon and evening will be at leisure.
DAY 9 | NAIROBI | DEPARTURE
Today brings your safari to a close and you will be transferred to Nairobi airport to begin your journey home or continue with your onward arrangements.
WHERE YOU’LL STAY
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Tamarind Tree Hotel – Nairobi
Tamarind Tree Hotel offers an easy blend of comfort and convenience. Ideally located near Wilson Airport and the city centre, it's modern amenities make it an ideal choice whether you're simply passing through Nairobi during safari arrangements, or staying to explore they city for a few days. Read More
NEED TO KNOW
A Kenyan Trilogy
8 nights & 9 days
A Kenyan Trilogy
8 nights & 9 days
Price on Application
Price on Application
START: Nairobi, Kenya | Finish: Nairobi, Kenya
Inclusions
- Nairobi airport transfers
- Return schedule flight Nairobi/ Maasai Mara (baggage allowance is 15kgs per person in soft bags)
- 1 night accommodation Tamarind Tree Hotel including breakfast (pre safari)
- 3 nights accommodation Basecamp Maasai Mara on a full board basis (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- 1 night accommodation Flamingo Hill Tented Camp on a full board basis
- 2 nights accommodation Kibo Safari Camp on a full board basis
- 1 night accommodation Tamarind Tree Hotel including breakfast (post safari)
Game drives (shared in the Maasai Mara)
Transport in a Landcruiser with open roof hatch for game viewing from Days 5 – 8 private use
Services of a professional English speaking driver/ guide
Exclusions
- International flights
- Visas & health requirements
- Park entry fees of US $390 per person
- Tips, drinks, laundry & all items of a personal nature
- Personal & medical insurance
- Any other extras not mentioned as included
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