Golden Savannah Safari

Overview

Discover the very best of Kenya in just 8 unforgettable days. Begin with iconic Mount Kilimanjaro views and huge elephant herds in Amboseli, then cycle among zebras and walk with giraffes at dramatic Hell's Gate and serene Lake Naivasha. The grand finale is two full days in the legendary Masai Mara — Africa's greatest wildlife arena, home to the Big Five and the annual Great Migration from July to October. Private 4x4 game drives, comfortable lodges and tented camps, optional hot-air balloon safaris, sundowners and authentic activities make this the perfect introduction to Kenya's world-famous wildlife and landscapes. Ideal for first-time visitors or those combining safari with a beach stay.

Trip Highlights

• Elephant herds and Kilimanjaro views in Amboseli
• Guided bike ride through Hell's Gate National Park
• Walking safari among giraffes and zebras on Crescent Island
• Two full days in the Masai Mara
• Optional sunrise balloon safari with champagne breakfast
• Sundowner drinks out on the plains

Day By Day

1. 01
   Day 1

   Arrival – Nairobi (JKIA) to hotel

   On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will be warmly welcomed by our dedicated airport representative and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi, a drive of approximately 20–30 minutes depending on traffic. Dinner and overnight at EKA Hotel (Superior Room). Meal plan: HB.

2. 02
   Day 2

   Nairobi – Amboseli National Park

   After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel south toward Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, 4–5 hours with a picnic lunch en route. Afternoon at leisure. Amboseli offers postcard-perfect views of the world's tallest free-standing mountain, and its short grasses and swamps — fed by streams off Kilimanjaro — attract large elephant herds and a wide diversity of birdlife. Dinner and overnight at Kibo Safari Camp (Deluxe Tent). Meal plan: FB.

3. 03
   Day 3

   Full day in Amboseli National Park

   Full-day game drive in Amboseli, famous for large elephant herds and Mt. Kilimanjaro views, with a picnic lunch inside the park. Morning and afternoon drives maximise wildlife sightings. Optional early morning hot-air balloon flights and Maasai cultural visits can be arranged at additional cost. Dinner and overnight at Kibo Safari Camp (Deluxe Tent). Meal plan: FB.

4. 04
   Day 4

   Amboseli – Lake Naivasha

   After early breakfast, travel to Lake Naivasha, 6–7 hours, with a picnic lunch en route and the afternoon at leisure. Naivasha is a freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley known for its calm waters, hippo populations and excellent birding. Dinner and overnight at Sawela Lodge (Superior Room). Meal plan: FB.

5. 05
   Day 5

   Hell's Gate & Crescent Island

   Start with a guided bike ride at Hell's Gate National Park — named after a dramatic break in the cliffs, it is a small, scenic park where you can walk or cycle among wildlife beneath towering cliffs. Lunch at the lodge, then an afternoon walking safari at Crescent Island, a private island turned walking-safari sanctuary reached by boat, offering close-up encounters with zebras, antelope and giraffes. Dinner and overnight at Sawela Lodge. Meal plan: FB.

6. 06
   Day 6

   Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara National Reserve

   Depart for the Masai Mara, 5–7 hours, with a picnic lunch en route. Afternoon game drive with sundowner drinks. The Masai Mara is one of Africa's premier safari destinations, famed for its abundant wildlife and the annual wildebeest migration, with rolling grasslands supporting large predator and herbivore populations year-round. Dinner and overnight at Basecamp Adventure. Meal plan: FB.

7. 07
   Day 7

   Full day in the Masai Mara

   Full-day game drive exploring the wildlife-rich plains of the Masai Mara, with a picnic lunch inside the reserve. Choose between full-day drives or split morning and afternoon drives. Optional early-morning hot-air balloon safaris with champagne breakfasts can be arranged. Dinner and overnight at Basecamp Adventure. Meal plan: FB.

8. 08
   Day 8

   Masai Mara – Nairobi (departure)

   After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi, 5–7 hours, with a picnic lunch en route and drop-off at your hotel or the airport depending on your schedule. Guests may opt to fly from the Masai Mara to Nairobi-Wilson Airport at extra cost for quicker connections, or continue onwards to Kenyan beaches such as Diani with scheduled flights. Meal plan: HB.