Classic Journeys Kenya, Best of Kenya Wildlife Safari 2025 Program
About This Tour
Our professional guides are there to assist you every step of the
way. Even though there is a general
outline of your safari, your guide will talk with you regarding each day’s
plans. He will tell you about the
country you are visiting, its history, traditions, the area you are visiting,
what you see; he will take you to the loveliest places, look after any
formalities or negotiations with the local people, and take care of your safety
and comfort. They all are proficient in bush craft, and can also tell you about
the local traditions, wildlife, identify the birds, and help you learn more
about the world around you. All our guides speak English as well as their local
language and some speak French and Spanish as well. Days will vary depending on
your specific schedule, road conditions, and what you would like to do. A
typical day may unfold like this:
You will get up before dawn when hot coffee and tea are served. The air is cold as the sun rises and shimmers
on the open plains. This is the best
time to see the wildlife. Your camera is
ready to go and you have layered your clothing to keep you warm. Head into the bush and search for lions,
elephant, giraffe and plains game. Each
turn will offer something unique - a lioness and her cubs, a herd of elephant
moving to a waterhole, a cheetah stalking a gazelle. Your morning game drive lasts about two hours,
depending on what you see. Return to the
lodge for a delicious breakfast. After
breakfast there is time to relax from being up at sunrise or now is the time to
participate in any additional activities that the lodge may offer – such as
walks, village visits, or bike rides.
Lunch is usually served in camp/lodge, unless you are out for a full
day’s game drive, when they will have a picnic lunch. You will head out again in the afternoon;
searching for the special species that may have eluded you. As the sun sets, return to camp for a hot
shower. Then indulge in a delicious dinner and after dinner drinks in the
lounge. There may also be a chance to sit around the campfire exchanging tales
of the bush. Everyone retires early with great anticipation of the next day's
adventure!
When you are out on safari your schedule is flexible at most
locations; however, some locations have set times for game drives or
walks. You can always talk with the
hosts of the camps/lodge to adjust schedules and they will try to accommodate
you. The restriction will be to stay
within park rules and travel times required to get you to your
destination. Your guides will always
give their recommendations but are there to listen to your needs.
Tour Highlights
Masai Mara national reserve
Mara river
Hot Air Balloon safaris
Masai village visit
Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Nakuru
Amboseli National park
Itinerary
NAIROBI
JAMBO! Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be met by Classic Journeys Africa Customer Care Representative who will assist you with the transfer to your hotel. Before checking in at hotel, he will brief you on your program ahead and introduce the Driver Guide who will be with you throughout the safari.
Accommodation: Somerset Westview Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
This morning, you will drive south to the Maasai
Mara National Reserve. On arriving, you will check in to Enkorok Mara Camp for lunch. Spend two nights here to explore
discover and experience the magic and the 7th wonder of the world – “Maasai
Mara Game Reserve” a spectacular watch of the immense “Big Five” Lion, Rhino,
Buffaloes, cheater and Elephant and Wildebeest migration from Serengeti-park
Tanzania into Masai Mara-Kenya.
The Maasai Mara is arguably Kenya’s most popular game reserve. It is most famous and most visited game reserve in Kenya. The film “Out of Africa” was made to a great extend in this sanctuary. There is a profusion of all types of wildlife including the big five. A spectacle worth seeing is the annual migration of millions of wildebeests, zebras, and the gazelles from the Serengeti plains across the Tanzania border and the Mara river to reach Maasai Mara grazing fields from late June. The game reserve abounds with birdlife since close to about four hundred and fifty-two odd species have been recorded.
Located in the Masai Mara’s Siana’s conservancy, Enkorok Mara Camp
offers visitors looking for tasteful and moderate accommodations in one of
Kenya’s key safari national park’s, a chance to experience understated luxury
in a charming setting. Overlooking the Olooloitikosh Hills. Watch as herds of
elephants come to drink or wildebeest wander aimlessly in front of you.
Accommodation: Enkorok Mara Camp
Meals Plan: Full Board
MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Your day will be spent on safari in Africa's
richest wildlife viewing arena. Historically teeming with wildlife, the Mara
hosts Kenya's largest lion prides and elephant herds. Other predators include
leopard, cheetah and spotted hyena; while in the Mara River you will see fat
pods of hippo and vast Nile crocodiles.
Other highlights include giraffe tops, gazelle, zebra, buffalo and over 550 species of birds.
Take the opportunity to fly over the Mara in a
Hot Air Balloon at an extra cost. The
balloon package includes a champagne breakfast in the wild! If you can spare
the money, viewing abundant game afloat a balloon is an unforgettable
experience. Alternatively visit a Masai village and get learn the Masai culture
at an extra cost.
Overnight at your
camp.
Overnight: Enkorok Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
MAASAI MARA NATIONAL GAME RESERVE
You will have one more day of wildlife-viewing opportunities in the
Masai Mara Reserve, also known as the "Jewel of Africa," a site with
one of the largest and the most spectacular animal migrations in the world. The
reserve is inhabited by many of Africa's most popular wild animals, including
lion, cheetah, elephant, leopard, black rhino and hippo. There are also over
500 resident species of birds in the park including ostrich, larks and sunbirds
as well as the lovely Lilac-breasted Roller.
Later you will have an option to visit the Masai village at an extra cost and have firsthand experience with the cultural ways of life of the Masai people get to see the Manyattas and how the homesteads are. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight Stay: Enkorok Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full board
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast drive south to Lake Nakuru which is the most famous of
the Great Rift Valley lakes and home to a shifting population of over one
million flamingos. Arrive in time for lunch and check in at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge. The Lodge
overlooks lake Nakuru and its surrounding, one that is a paradise for bird
watchers and wildlife lovers alike.
Spend the afternoon on safari in Kenya's first and largest rhino sanctuary where sightings of both black and white rhinos are almost guaranteed and where you have a higher than average chance of spotting a leopard. Other wildlife includes; lion, hippo, the rare Rothschild's giraffe, Colobus monkey, numerous plains game and 450 species of birds.
Overnight Stay: Lake
Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Full board
AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast you will checkout of the lodge and drive to Amboseli National Park, another fine and rewarding wildlife destination in Kenya, on arrival in Amboseli, you will be ushered in by the magnificent views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and its snowcapped summit. You will check in into your Oilepo Amboseli for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game viewing drive in the park. You drive through across this vast lake bed, often dry but swampy in some areas. We have a lot of game here like cheetah, buffalo, giraffe, gazelles and herds of elephants all set against the amazing back drop of majestic Mount Kilimanjaro showing off.
In the evening, you will return to your lodge for dinner and
overnight. Nestled just 800 metres from the park, Oilepo Amboseli safari Lodge beckons with a unique blend of natural
allure and contemporary luxury. This safari haven promises an unforgettable
escape from the daily grind, inviting you to Immerse yourself in the
tranquility of the Wilderness while enjoying the pinnacle of comfort and modern
amenities.
Overnight Stay: Oilepo
Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full board
AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
Rise up early for breakfast and later head out for a full day game drive exploring almost every corner of the park, during the game drive you will spot large herds of elephants, hippos, hartebeests, cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, lesser kudus among others. You will enjoy the spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro and its snowcapped summit.
Overnight Stay: Oilepo
Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full board
DEPARTURE
After breakfast, you
will checkout of your lodge, bid Amboseli national park farewell and embark on
a journey back to Nairobi. You will arrive in Kenya's
bustling capital city Nairobi in the early afternoon. Spend time doing last
minute shopping. Lunch is your own arrangements
Transfer
to Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in time for your departure
flight. Bid farewell to Africa until the next time.