8 Days Luxury Kenya Safari
8 Days Luxury Kenya Safari
8 Days Luxury Kenya Safari : Bring your wildlife sighting dreams to life with an unforgettable Kenya wildlife safari of a lifetime. This luxury Kenya Safari takes to some of the best safari locations in Kenya and allow you meet some of Africa’s famous wildlife species.
This safari is privately guided, allowing you and you travel mates (family or friends) to explore at your own pace. Each day is thoughtfully tailored, from tracking lions across the golden savannah plains to discovering the small creatures that bring the savannah to life, creating space for curiosity, storytelling and shared discovery.
On this 8 Days Luxury Kenya Safari, expect to feed giraffes at Giraffe Manor, picnic on the original “pride rock” in Borana, fly-camp under the stars in Samburu and meet lion prides in Maasai Mara. This journey immerses you in Kenya’s stunning wilderness and brings you closer to the fascinating wildlife than you could have ever imagined.
Highlights
Day 1: Giraffe Manor – Nairobi
Day 2&3: Borana Conservancy
Day 4&5: Samburu National Reserve
Day 6&7: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Day 8: Fly Out – End of your Kenya Luxury Safari
8 Days Luxury Kenya Safari – Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Giraffe Manor – Nairobi
Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet our representative and drive to Giraffe Manor. The drive takes approximately thirty minutes part of which will take you along the boundary of the iconic Nairobi National Park.
Experience – The Giraffe Manor offers a unique and unforgettable African wildlife experience. Guests of all ages can delight in meeting the resident herd of Nubian Giraffe roaming the sanctuary surrounding this boutique hotel. These giraffes love the nutritious treats that guests can hand feed them at breakfast and teatime. By offering them a treat between your lips, you may even be rewarded with a slobbery giraffe kiss. Also, you will meet a host of pumbas (warthogs) that dart around the lawns. In-between encounters with the giraffes, enjoy the swimming pool, visit the AFEW Giraffe Centre across the lawn, play giant Jenga or go on a nearby excursion.
You might like to visit the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust – an orphanage where you will meet orphaned elephant babies from across Kenya (requires prior booking and it is open only at 11:00 AM every day). The following morning provides an early but thrilling start to your Kenya safari as you enjoy breakfast with the towering giraffes.
Note: The giraffes at the Giraffe Manor are wild and therefore we cannot guarantee interaction with them at any given time. However, they are curious creatures and are always eager to investigate what snacks you might have to offer.
Stay: Giraffe Manor.
Day 2&3: Borana Conservancy
After a delicious at the lodge, you will head to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport at 1-:20 am for your scheduled flight to Lewa Downs Airstrip, arriving at 11:20 am. From here you will experience your first safari adventure as you drive through the bush to Borana Lodge, which is approximately an hour away.
Experience – Situated on a stunning 35,000-acre private rhino sanctuary, Borana Lodge offers endless opportunities for exciting wildlife adventures. It has a beautiful swimming pool from which you can spot elephants and other wildlife in Hyena Valley below. Sights of hyenas is not uncommon as many animals like to hang out in the dam. Also, there are lots of hornbills in the area. Enjoy spectacular panoramas as you enjoy a bush breakfast or sundowners atop “Pride Rock” – the very place which inspired Disney’s writers in the making of the Lion King. Some of the exhilarating activities on offer are mountain biking, horse riding for all abilities and tracking rhinos on foot with the anti-poaching rangers.
Stay at Borana Lodge
Day 4&5: Samburu National Reserve
Depart from Lewa Downs Airstrips, take a privately chartered flight to Sasaab in Samburu National Reserve.
Experience – Situated in the heart Northern Kenya, the Samburu land close to Samburu National Reserve, Sasaab has a hotter climate and more arid landscape compared to the other places you have visited so far. This Moroccan and Swahili inspired lodge is perched high above the Ewaso Nyiro River, giving remarkable views from each of the enormous, open air rooms and private plunge pools.
Game drives to spot the Samburu Special Five“ – wildlife species endemic to this area of northern Kenya: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali Ostrich, gerenuk and Beisa Oryx. During your stay, indulge in a spa treatment, relax by the pool, and take an evening camel ride for sundowners on a spectacular rocky outcrop with panoramic views. Quad biking adventures are also available. For the ultimate Kenya adventure, camp out under the stars for a night (advance booking is required) and fall asleep to the sounds of the wild. Star-gaze on the rooftop beds and look out for “Leo” the lion star constellation between January and June. Also, Sasaab offers epic helicopter trips to remote and wild landscapes and authentic Samburu cultural experience are a must do.
Stay at Sasaab
Day 6&7: Maasai Mara National Reserve
At exactly 09:05 am, depart Sasaab Airstrip and fly on a scheduled flight to Keekorok Airstrip in Maasai Mara National Reserve. From here you will be met by a member of the Sala’s Camp Team and go on a game drive as you head to the camp.
Experience: Situated in the remote south of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, the Sala’s Camp is the heart of Africa’s most famous Maasai Mara safari region. It sits in the heart of one of Africa’s most famous safari regions. Nestled amongst trees at the confluence of the Sand River and Keekorok River, the area is teeming with wildlife including Sala’s resident pride of lions. During your stay, look forward to hearing a Simba’s roar right from your tent. Go on game drives in the golden plains of Maasai Mara National Reserve and spot several wildlife including the Big Five – lion, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos and leopards. Evening game drives are accompanied by sundowners offer a perfect end to each day in the Mara.
Day 8: Fly out – End of your Kenya Luxury Safari
Today is the last day on your Kenya Luxury Safari, say your good byes, and head back to Nairobi. Fly out of Keekorok Airstrip at 11:00 am on a scheduled flight to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. From there you will be meet and driven to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international flight.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Professional private guide throughout the trip
- Full board accommodation, meals, house wines, house spirits, soft drinks, beers, laundry, select activities
- Internal scheduled and charter flights
- Park and conservation fees
- Game drives, sundowners, bush picnics
- Road transfers from airport/airstrip to lodge/camp and to/from activities, 4 X 4 vehicles
- Meet and assist at the airport
- Medical evacuation cover
