8 Days Kenya Big Five Wildlife Safari

Highlights

Tour Highlights

All Big Five GuaranteedEncounter lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo across Kenya's top parks

Samburu Special FiveSee Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and beisa oryx

Lake Nakuru FlamingosWitness millions of pink flamingos lining the alkaline lake shores

Masai Mara Game DrivesExplore Africa's greatest wildlife arena with expert-guided safari drives

Amboseli & KilimanjaroPhotograph elephants with Africa's highest peak as a stunning backdrop

Complete Kenya CircuitVisit four diverse ecosystems in one epic eight-day adventure

Day by Day

Your Itinerary

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Nairobi to Samburu

Drive to Samburu National Reserve

Depart Nairobi and head north to Samburu National Reserve. Check in to your lodge and enjoy an afternoon game drive through the arid landscape.

Overnight: Samburu Lodge

Samburu Game Drives

Full day exploring Samburu

Full day of game drives in Samburu to spot the Special Five — Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and beisa oryx.

Overnight: Samburu Lodge

Samburu to Lake Nakuru

Flamingos and rhinos

Drive south to Lake Nakuru National Park. Afternoon game drive to see flamingos, rhinos, and Rothschild's giraffes.

Overnight: Lake Nakuru Lodge

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara

Scenic drive to the Mara

Travel to the legendary Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley. Arrive and settle in for the ultimate safari experience.

Overnight: Masai Mara Lodge

Masai Mara Full Day

Morning and afternoon drives

Full day in the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Seek out the Big Five in Africa's greatest wildlife arena.

Overnight: Masai Mara Lodge

Masai Mara Continued

Mara River and predators

Explore the Mara River area for hippos, crocodiles, and potential crossings. Track predators with your expert guide.

Overnight: Masai Mara Lodge

Masai Mara to Amboseli

Kilimanjaro views and elephants

Drive to Amboseli National Park. Enjoy Kilimanjaro views and photograph the park's famous large elephant herds.

Overnight: Amboseli Lodge

Amboseli & Return

Morning drive and Nairobi transfer

Final morning game drive in Amboseli for sunrise over Kilimanjaro, then transfer back to Nairobi.

Overnight: End of Tour

Pricing

Tour Packages

Choose the option that suits you best

Budget

$2,800

per person sharing

3-star lodges
Shared safari vehicle
All park fees
Full board meals
Airport transfers

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Premium

$5,100

per person sharing

Luxury tented camps
Private safari vehicle
All park fees
Gourmet dining
Airport transfers
Bush sundowners

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Package Details

What's Included

Everything you need

Included

Park entry fees
Professional English-speaking guide
Safari vehicle with pop-up roof
All meals during safari
Accommodation as per package
Drinking water in vehicle
Airport pickup and drop-off

Not Included

International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses
Optional activities
Drinks at lodges

Testimonials

What Our Travelers Say

★★★★★

"The Big Five circuit exceeded all expectations. Seeing rhinos at Nakuru and elephants against Kilimanjaro in Amboseli was a dream come true."

James K.

United Kingdom - March 2025

★★★★★

"Eight days of non-stop wildlife action. Samburu's Special Five were incredible and the Mara never disappoints. Best safari value we found."

Linda M.

Australia - January 2025

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