7 Days Meru & Masai Mara Safari

Depart Nairobi after breakfast heading north-east through the lush central highlands and past Mount Kenya views. Arrive at Meru National Park — the setting of Joy Adamson's 'Born Free' story. Afternoon game drive along the Tana River.

Full day game drives in Meru, one of Kenya's most underrated parks. Explore the riverine forests, palm-dotted plains, and dense bush. Look for elephants, lions, leopards, lesser kudu, reticulated giraffe, and Grevy's zebra. Visit Adamson's Falls.

Morning game drive in Meru, then drive to the Mount Kenya region. Settle into your lodge nestled in the highlands with views of the mountain. Afternoon nature walk in the surrounding forest.

Morning drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Afternoon game drive focused on rhinos — both black and white species are found here. Lake Nakuru is one of the best places in Africa to see rhinos up close.

Drive west through rolling countryside to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive in the world's greatest wildlife arena. Search for lions, cheetahs, and elephants on the open plains.

Full day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Visit the Mara River, explore different sectors of the reserve. Look for the Big Five, spot hippos and crocodiles. Optional hot air balloon safari available.

Early morning game drive for final wildlife encounters. After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi via the escarpment. Arrive by late afternoon for your departure flight or hotel transfer.