9 Days Kenya Highlights Safari – From Wildlife Sanctuaries to the Savannah
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Overview
This 9-day luxury safari takes you deep into Kenya’s most diverse and unforgettable destinations — from intimate wildlife encounters in Nairobi and endangered species at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, to tranquil moments on Lake Naivasha, and finally the grand finale: the iconic Masai Mara. Designed for travelers who want the full Kenyan experience, this journey offers adventure, conservation, culture, and comfort in equal measure
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Itinerary
Upon arrival at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly received and transferred in a private vehicle to your Nairobi hotel.
Enjoy a relaxed evening with a welcome briefing and overnight stay as you settle in after your journey.
After breakfast, begin your day with a visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, where you’ll witness baby elephants being cared for by dedicated conservationists.
Optional visits to Kobe Tough Beads & Leather and local artisan workshops can be arranged to explore Kenya’s creative side.
Lunch will be enjoyed at a carefully selected local restaurant. Later, return to your hotel to freshen up.
In the evening, indulge in a vibrant dining experience at Carnivore Restaurant, followed by overnight at your Nairobi hotel.
After breakfast, depart north to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a leading private wildlife reserve on the foothills of Mount Kenya.
Arrive in time for lunch and your first afternoon game drive. Ol Pejeta is home to the last two northern white rhinos, the Big Five, and a chimpanzee sanctuary.
Enjoy an overnight stay at a luxurious lodge or camp within the conservancy.
Spend the day exploring Ol Pejeta with morning and afternoon game drives. For those seeking something extra, you may also opt to track lions with researchers, enjoy a behind-the-scenes conservation tour, or venture out on a unique night game drive to see the conservancy come alive after dark.
Return to camp for dinner and relaxation under the stars.
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive to Lake Naivasha, part of the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in time for lunch and a relaxed afternoon.
Optional activities include a boat safari among hippos and birdlife or a guided walk at Crescent Island Sanctuary.
Enjoy sundowners by the lakeside followed by an overnight stay at a luxury lakeside lodge.
Today you’ll head south to the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most iconic safari destination.
Arrive at your luxury camp or lodge in time for lunch and a short rest before heading out for an evening game drive.
Watch as the sun sets over the vast Mara plains, followed by dinner and overnight in the wild.
Enjoy a full day of exploration in the Masai Mara, known for its abundant wildlife and dramatic landscapes.
You can enhance your experience with a hot air balloon safari at sunrise, complete with a champagne bush breakfast, or choose to wind down the day with a private sundowner setup or bush dinner under the African stars.
Return to camp overnight.
Soak up another magical day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives or a full-day safari with a picnic lunch in the bush.
Visit key areas like the Mara River, predator-rich plains, and scenic escarpments.
Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at your camp as you toast to a safari filled with extraordinary memories.
After a leisurely breakfast and a short morning drive, begin your journey back to Nairobi with scenic stopovers along the way.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon. Depending on your flight schedule, you’ll be dropped off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your Nairobi hotel for onward travel.
Includes/Excludes
- All airport transfers & transport in a luxury 4x4 safari vehicle
- Full-board accommodation in luxury lodges or tented camps
- All park and conservancy entrance fees
- Unlimited game drives with an expert guide
- Cultural and conservation visits (Elephant Orphanage, optional crafts)
- Bottled water & refreshments in the vehicle
- Dinner at Carnivore Restaurant
- Hot air balloon safari in the Masai Mara
- Exclusive-use safari vehicle
- Photographer or private guide
- Night game drives (Ol Pejeta)
- Post-safari beach extension in Diani, Watamu, or Zanzibar