Kenya: Kilimanjaro View Safari
Prepare for the quintessential African safari vacation on this 8-day tour to Kenya. After you take in the buzzing energy of Nairobi, spend a few days in Amboseli set against the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Follow this up with an adventure in exciting Masai Mara. Go on morning and evening game drives in both places, and spot herds of elephants, hippos, giraffes and more. If you’ve been dreaming of a vacation with unparalleled wildlife viewing, this could be it!
Itinerary Summary
Day | Place | Highlights | Hotel Options |
1 – 2 | Nairobi | Contemporary African Art & Culture, National Museum, Nairobi National Park | Tamarind Tree Hotel, Sankara Hotel |
2 – 5 | Amboseli | Spectacular Views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Big-Tusked Elephants | Ol Tukai Lodge, Tortilis Camp |
5 – 8 | Masai Mara | Large Concentration of Wildlife, Maasai People, Balloon Safaris | Tipilikwani Mara Camp, Encounter Mara |
8 – 8 | Nairobi | Contemporary African Art & Culture, National Museum, Nairobi National Park |
Detailed Itinerary
Nairobi
1 Night
Spend time downtown! As the largest city of East Africa, you can experience contemporary urban African life with colorful street markets, authentic African cuisine, and a buzzing nightlife.
Amboseli
3 Nights
The name Amboseli is derived from the Maasai word ’em-posel’ for the salty dust found on the seasonally flooded Amboseli “lake” when it rains.
Included Activities
Experience breathtaking sightings of massive elephant herds, zebras, and wildebeests set against the iconic Mt Kilimanjaro on game drives at the Amboseli National Park. The best time for wildlife sightings are either early in the morning when the animals are particularly active or in the late afternoon when the sun paints incredible colors against the horizon. These are also the best times to catch a clear view of the Kilimanjaro. You also have the opportunity of taking exciting night drives to observe rarely spotted nocturnal wildlife.
Masai Mara
3 Nights
Classic Africa! The Masai Mara will fulfil your dreams with its iconic, endless African landscapes of golden grass dotted with picturesque acacia trees that is home to year-round wildlife viewing: cheetah, leopard, large prides of lions, elephants, giraffe, hyena, huge Nile crocodiles, frolicking hippos and many other species.
Included Activities
Explore the stunning beauty, diverse landscapes and amazing wildlife of the Masai Mara on fantastic game drives. The best time for this is in the early morning when the animals are particularly active and in the late afternoon when the sun paints incredible colors on the horizon.
Nairobi
0 Nights
Spend time downtown! As the largest city of East Africa, you can experience contemporary urban African life with colorful street markets, authentic African cuisine, and a buzzing nightlife.
International Departure
Included and Excluded
Price Includes
- Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
- Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
- Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
- Your Trip Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact supporting you during your trip
- Carbon emissions offsetting for your trip
Not Included
- Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
- Tips and personal expenses
- Visa and tourism fees
- Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
- International airfare
Terms & Conditions
Price & Inclusions
- Option 1 From $ 12,040 /person
- Option 2 From $ 17,590 /person
Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.
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