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10 Days 9 Nights Tsavo West | Tsavo East | Taita Hills | Amboseli | Lake Naivasha | Lake Nakuru | Masai Mara Safari

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10 Days 9 Nights Tsavo West | Tsavo East | Taita Hills | Amboseli | Lake Naivasha | Lake Nakuru | Masai Mara Safari

The ultimate 10-day Kenyan odyssey across 8 iconic parks: red elephants, stilted lodges, Mount Kilimanjaro, Rift Valley lakes, and the Masai Mara.

  • 10 Days / 9 Nights
  • From USD 3,400 per person (4x4 Land Cruiser)
  • Year-round

Overview

What this trip is

Embark on an unparalleled 10-day Kenyan odyssey encountering an astonishing array of wildlife and landscapes across 8 premier destinations: Tsavo West, Tsavo East, Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Amboseli National Park, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve. Experience red elephants, night floodlit waterholes at Salt Lick Lodge, volcanic springs, flamingos, and the Big Five.

Departure: Private departures any day from Nairobi

Highlights

  • Tsavo West Mzima Springs, Shetani lava flows, and Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary
  • Tsavo East red elephants and Yatta Plateau
  • Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary staying at the iconic stilted Salt Lick Safari Lodge
  • Amboseli National Park giant elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro backdrops
  • Hell's Gate National Park & Lake Naivasha freshwater boat safari
  • Lake Nakuru black and white rhino sanctuary & birding
  • 3 full days in the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve
  • Celebratory farewell lunch at The Carnivore in Nairobi

Wildlife you may see

  • The Complete Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino)
  • Tsavo Dust-Red Elephants
  • Cheetahs & Wild Dogs
  • Flamingos & Pelicans
  • Hippos & Crocodiles
  • Zebras & Wildebeests

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Nairobi to Tsavo West National Park

    Morning pick-up in Nairobi and 5-hour scenic drive to Tsavo West. Check in at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive spotting elephants, rhinos, lions, and leopards. Dinner and overnight.

    Meals: Lunch & Dinner

    Stay: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge / Severin Safari Camp

  2. Day 2

    Tsavo West Mzima Springs to Tsavo East National Park

    Morning game drive visiting Mzima Springs and Shetani lava flows. Drive 3 hours to Tsavo East. Arrive at Ashnil Aruba Lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive visiting Aruba Dam. Dinner and overnight.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Stay: Ashnil Aruba Lodge (or similar)

  3. Day 3

    Tsavo East Full Day Game Viewing

    Rise with the sun for a morning game drive in Tsavo East. Full day adventure with packed lunch tracking dust-red elephants near the Galana River and viewing the 300 km Yatta Plateau lava flow. Dinner and overnight at Ashnil Aruba Lodge.

    Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

    Stay: Ashnil Aruba Lodge

  4. Day 4

    Tsavo East to Taita Hills Sanctuary (Salt Lick Safari Lodge)

    Morning game drive in Tsavo East, then 2-hour drive to Taita Hills Sanctuary. Check in at the iconic stilted Salt Lick Safari Lodge. Afternoon game drive. Watch elephants drink right beneath the lodge walkways at night. Dinner and overnight.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Stay: Salt Lick Safari Lodge

  5. Day 5

    Taita Hills Sanctuary to Amboseli National Park

    Breakfast and 4-hour drive to Amboseli National Park with game viewing en route. Check in at Ol Tukai Lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive facing Mount Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Stay: Ol Tukai Lodge / Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

  6. Day 6

    Amboseli to Lake Naivasha & Hell's Gate

    Drive 5 hours to Lake Naivasha through the Great Rift Valley. Check in at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge for lunch. Afternoon excursion to Hell's Gate National Park for hiking, cycling, and canyon exploration. Dinner and overnight.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Stay: Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge / Sawela Lodge

  7. Day 7

    Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park

    Short 1-hour drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Check in at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive exploring the lake shores with black and white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, and waterbirds. Dinner and overnight.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Stay: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge (or similar)

  8. Day 8

    Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

    Breakfast and 5-hour drive via Narok to the Masai Mara. Arrive in time for lunch at Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Camp. Afternoon game drive in search of the Big Five. Dinner and overnight.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Mara Serena Safari Lodge

  9. Day 9

    Masai Mara Full Day Safari & Mara River

    Full day in the Masai Mara with packed lunch tracking the Great Migration, big cat prides, and river pools filled with hippos and Nile crocodiles. Dinner and overnight at camp.

    Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

    Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Mara Serena Safari Lodge

  10. Day 10

    Masai Mara to Nairobi — Carnivore Lunch

    Breakfast at camp, check out, and scenic drive to Nairobi. Celebratory lunch at The Carnivore Restaurant (included). Airport or hotel drop-off between 3:00 and 4:00 PM.

    Meals: Breakfast & Carnivore Lunch

Pricing

Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4 Jeep — Seasonal Pricing (USD)

SeasonPrice for 2 PeoplePrice Per Person
High Season (Jul 1 – Sep 30, Dec 23 – Jan 1)US$ 10,000US$ 5,000
Mid Season (Jan 2 – Mar 31, Oct 1 – Dec 22)US$ 8,400US$ 4,200
Low Season (Apr 1 – Jun 30)US$ 7,400US$ 3,700

Children 12–18 yrs: 75% of adult price. Children 3–11 yrs: 50% sharing with parents. Single traveler rates available upon request.

Included

  • Complimentary arrival & departure airport transfers in Nairobi
  • Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser Jeep with pop-up roof & window seats
  • All park and sanctuary entrance fees (8 destinations)
  • Handpicked luxury & mid-range safari lodges throughout
  • Three meals a day while on safari (Full Board)
  • Experienced multilingual driver guide
  • Complimentary bottled mineral water & 24/7 concierge support
  • Comprehensive vehicle insurance & Flying Doctors emergency evacuation
  • Celebratory lunch at Carnivore Restaurant in Nairobi

Not included

  • Visas & personal taxes
  • Spirits and strong alcoholic drinks
  • Driver and camp staff tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities (Maasai Village $30, Balloon Safari $480, Naivasha boat ride $40)