Highlights of Kenya
8 Days Starting and ending in Nairobi, Kenya
Visiting: Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Lake Elementaita, Maasai Mara
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AFHKZM19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 40
Age range:
5-99
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Kenya with the "Highlights of Kenya" tour. This adventure begins in Nairobi, where you'll be welcomed and briefed by your expert Travel Director or Driver Guide. Experience the thrill of full-day game drives in Amboseli National Park and the Maasai Mara, where you can spot the Big 5 and, if visiting between June and October, witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration. Bird enthusiasts will delight in a visit to the UNESCO-listed Kenya Lake System, while cultural explorers can immerse themselves in Maasai traditions with a village visit. Travel in comfort in a Toyota Landcruiser 4x4 safari vehicle, and enjoy cherry-picked accommodations and many included meals. With optional experiences to tailor your journey, this tour promises a rich tapestry of wildlife, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Nairobi
Location: Nairobi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Boma Inn Nairobi
Meals Included: Dinner
Receive a warm karibu (welcome) to Kenya, as you touch down at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. You’ll immediately feel the adventure of Africa when we pick you up at the airport in our 4x4 adventure-ready vehicles. We’ll make sure you’re settled at your hotel, then the rest of today is all about going pole-pole (slow). Sleep off the jet lag and ease into holiday mode before meeting up with your Costsaver Driver Guide and fellow travellers for a briefing and traditional (and tasty) dinner.
Day 2 : Nairobi Free Day
Location: Nairobi
Accommodation Name: The Boma Inn Nairobi
Today is all about taking in the delights of Nairobi your way, with two optional experiences to enjoy during the day. Culture vultures will want to join the Nairobi City Tour to see must-visit sights including City Market, Parliament Buildings and the National Museum and Snake Park. In the evening, food lovers can opt to join an unforgettable trip to Africa’s “greatest eating experience” at Carnivore Restaurant. With a unique feast including delicacies such as crocodile and ostrich, it’s the perfect way to top off your day in Nairobi.
Day 3 : Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
Location: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation Name: Sentrim Amboseli Camp
Day 4 : Amboseli National Park Full Day Safari Game Drive
Location: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation Name: Sentrim Amboseli Camp
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
In Africa, the early bird gets the best wildlife sightings. Rise before the sun to head out on a morning safari through Amboseli National Park with your Driver Guide in search of leopards, cheetahs and lions. As the sun rises, you’ll get to sit back and enjoy the ride whilst watching large herds of African elephants roaming through the park’s “salty dust” and high grasses. Enjoy a quick picnic lunch with the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro in the background, in order to make the most of the afternoon safari. Ride back to your lodge as the sun goes down for a delicious dinner and an evening swapping stories of all the animals you spotted.
Day 5 : Amboseli National Park - Lake Elementaita
Location: Lake Elementaita
Accommodation Name: Elementaita Sentrim Lodge Lake Elementaita
Day 6 : Lake Elementaita - Maasai Mara
Location: Maasai Mara
Accommodation Name: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Day 7 : Maasai Mara Full Day Safari Game Drive
Location: Maasai Mara
Accommodation Name: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch
The Massai Mara – just saying the name sends shivers down our spines, and today it’s all yours to explore. Accompanied by your Driver Guide, your mission today (should you choose to accept it), is to spot the Big 5. Keeping energy levels high, you’ll tuck in to a picnic lunch whilst out in the wild, before continuing the safari adventure into the afternoon. If you’re visiting between June to October, you may even get a chance to witness the Great Migration, where vast herds of wildebeest make their annual journey across the plains. Keen to learn more about the culture and people of this ancient land? Our afternoon Optional Experience will give you the chance to visit a Maasai Village, to learn about local life and traditional customs.
Day 8 : Maasai Mara - Depart Nairobi
Location: Maasai Mara
The words of ‘Out of Africa’ author Karen Blixen will feel especially poignant as you say a final farewell to the Maasai Mara this morning. “If there were one more thing I could do, it would be to go on safari again”. Well, never say never, we say! Returning to Nairobi in a haze of wildlife and happy memories, you’ll have a quiet afternoon at your hotel ahead of your evening flight. If you already can tell you’ll want another day to explore cosmopolitan Nairobi and grab some final gifts, consider staying overnight and flying out the following evening.
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
What's Included
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Travel Director or Driver Guide
An expert Travel Director or Driver Guide to lead the way.
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Accommodation
Cherry picked hotels and lodges, all tried and trusted.
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Meals
Many meals and daily breakfasts included.
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Transport
Comfortable Toyota Landcruiser 4 X 4 safari vehicle for all game drives.
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Airport Transfers
Airport transfers are provided on the first and last travel day. Conditions apply.
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Optional Experiences
Variety of Optional Experiences to customize your journey.
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Choice Optional Experiences
Extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences for an even more tailored adventure.
What's Not Included
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Optional Experiences
Extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences are not included in the base package.
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Hotel Variations
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised, which are not included in the base package.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with a Toyota Landcruiser 4 X 4 safari vehicle for all game drives, ensuring a smooth and adventurous journey through Kenya's stunning landscapes.
Accommodation
Stay in cherry-picked hotels and lodges, including The Boma Inn Nairobi, Sentrim Amboseli Camp, Elementaita Sentrim Lodge, and Masai Mara Sopa Lodge, all tried and trusted for comfort and quality.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of vehicle is used for the safari game drives?
The safari game drives are conducted in a comfortable Toyota Landcruiser 4 X 4 safari vehicle.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, airport transfers are provided on the first and last travel day, although conditions apply.
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Is there an opportunity to learn about local culture during the tour?
Yes, there is an opportunity to visit a Maasai Village to learn about local life and traditional customs.
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What wildlife can I expect to see during the game drives?
During the game drives, you can expect to see elephants, leopards, cheetahs, lions, and if visiting between June to October, you may witness the Great Migration.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Many meals and daily breakfasts are included in the tour package.
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Is there an option for a guided bird walk during the tour?
Yes, there is an optional experience for an early riser naturalist-led bird walk to learn more about the birds of the region.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Costsaver requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of costsaver charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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