16-Day Ultimate Kenya Wilderness Camping Safari

You will be picked up from the airport and driven to your hotel. If you arrive on an early flight, we will get you lunch and do some sightseeing in Nairobi. You may visit the Nairobi National Museum, which is always a good introduction to the country. Later, you can have dinner in one of Nairobi's restaurants.

You'll check out after breakfast and depart for the Mara. You'll stop over and have lunch in Narok town. Approximately 6 hours travel time. Your camp will be set up in a secluded wooded area along the banks of the Mara River in the northern part of the reserve. Our Staff will have already set up camp by the time you arrive. There will be an evening game drive depending on the time we get to camp. You will also get to meet James Naabala, our local Maasai guide with many years experience guiding in the Mara. He will be your resource person for the duration of your stay.

You'll enjoy morning and afternoon game drives. Elephants and Maasai giraffes are common. If you’re lucky, you might see leopards or black rhinos. The Mara has Kenya’s largest population of lions with prides numbering over 20 individuals. The open country is also ideal for cheetahs, hyenas, hunting dogs, and jackals. You will also have an opportunity to accompany James for a visit to a Maasai homestead or Boma for a closer interaction with the local people.

You will carry packed lunch and spend the day exploring the vast Mara plains looking for wildlife.

After breakfast, you will break camp, say goodbye to Masai Mara, and leave for Lake Nakuru with a lunch break in Narok. Lake Nakuru is one of the most famous lakes in Kenya, located within the Great Rift Valley. It is part of Lake Nakuru National Park, which is renowned for its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. The national park is home to a variety of wildlife, including black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and a range of antelope species. The park also offers opportunities for bird watching, with over 400 bird species recorded. You will spend one night here and do evening and morning game drives. Your camp will be set up close to the seasonal Makalia Falls.

After breakfast in Lake Nakuru, you will break camp and do a morning game drive as you leave the park. The day's destination is Fish Eagle Campsite located on the shores of Lake Naivasha. This campsite offers opportunities for various outdoor activities, including bird watching, boat rides on the lake, and visits to nearby attractions such as Hell's Gate National Park. Lake Naivasha is a stunning freshwater lake surrounded by picturesque landscapes and rich wildlife, making it a popular destination for safaris and eco-tourism.

On this day, you will leave camp and head to Hell's Gate National Park which is a unique and stunning park located near Lake Naivasha. It was established in 1984 and is notable for its dramatic scenery, including deep ravines, towering cliffs, and geothermal activity. The park is named after a narrow break in the cliffs that resembles a gate, which early explorers referred to as Hell's Gate. Unlike many other parks in Kenya, you can explore the park on foot or by bicycle, allowing for a more intimate experience with nature. Here, you will hopefully spot buffalos, zebras, giraffes, and various bird species during your exploration. The hike will end at the geothermal spa where you will take a swim and enjoy some lunch before taking a ride back to Fish Eagles Camp.

On this day, you will break camp after breakfast and drive to Naro Moru town located at the foot of Mount Kenya. The town serves as a gateway for tourists looking to explore the mountain, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular destination for hiking and outdoor activities. This will be a layover spot. You can have your laundry done and take time to relax.

A visit to Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a great introduction to the distinct flora and fauna of the northern lands. You will visit the equator and the local market, and get some supplies from Nanyuki town.

You'll depart after breakfast heading north through the towns of Nanyuki and Isiolo to Archer's post on the banks of Ewaso Nyiro River. It is a three-hour drive, arriving there early afternoon just in time for a game drive. Our campsite is located in a grove of fig trees close to the Ewaso Nyiro River.

The Samburu and Buffalo Springs National Reserves are situated in an arid and semi-arid environment and the days can be quite hot while the nights can be cool. Several large dry-country mammal species common to Kenya’s northern plains can be found here. These include gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra, oryx, and reticulated giraffes. Birdlife is abundant here with over 450 species having been identified.

After your morning game drive and breakfast, you will leave Samburu National Reserve for Naro Moru with a stop over in Nanyuki for some lunch. Here, you will rest as you await the last leg of the trip. In the evening, you will head out for a short hike along the Naro Moru River.

After a very early breakfast, you will set out for Amboseli National Park located in southern Kenya, near the border with Tanzania. It is situated approximately 240 kilometers (about 149 miles) southeast of Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya. The drive from Naro Moru takes about 7 hours with a stopover in Emali town for lunch. The park is known for its stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, abundant wildlife, and large herds of elephants. It's a popular destination for safari enthusiasts and nature lovers.

On this day, you will do both morning and late afternoon game drives. Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds. You'll also have the chance to see lions, cheetahs, buffalos, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. The park is an excellent place for photographers, especially with the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.

After breakfast and an early morning game drive we will break camp and drive to Nairobi, arriving late afternoon. After freshening up and a short rest you will go out to dinner in one of Nairobi's numerous restaurants.

This is the last day of the epic trip and soon it will be time to say goodbye. On this day, you will pack and be dropped off at the airport on time to catch your flight. There might be time to do some sightseeing and visit the animal orphanage depending on your departure time. Later you will be dropped off at the airport for your flight back home.