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WILDLIFE — 12‑DAY (Complete Wildlife Circuit)

Nairobi → Amboseli → Samburu → Laikipia → Masai Mara → Nairobi
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Trip Highlights

  • Amboseli: Up-close encounters with some of Africa’s largest elephant herds, with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.

  • Samburu: Spot rare “Samburu Special Five” — Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, and Beisa oryx.

  • Laikipia (Ol Pejeta/Sogera): Rhino conservation walks, possible sighting of endangered African wild dogs, and night game drives.

  • Masai Mara: Big Five immersion, migration plains (seasonal), and a professional wildlife photography masterclass.

  • Exclusive stays at luxury eco-lodges and retreats throughout.

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Overview

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Overview

ITINERARY

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Day 1 – Arrival in Nairobi

  • Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where a representative greets you.

  • Private transfer to your Nairobi hotel.

  • Rest, relax, and prepare for your safari adventure.

  • Overnight in Nairobi.

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Day 2 – Fly to Amboseli National Park

  • Breakfast, then transfer to Wilson Airport for short bush flight to Amboseli.

  • Check-in at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge.

  • Afternoon game drive: elephants, giraffes, wildebeests, and big cats.

  • Evening sundowners with Kilimanjaro views.

  • Overnight in Amboseli.

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Day 3 – Full Day in Amboseli

  • Sunrise game drive for magical photo opportunities with Kilimanjaro.

  • Bush breakfast on the plains.

  • Afternoon guided nature walk or cultural visit to a Maasai homestead (optional).

  • Evening game drive focused on Amboseli’s famed elephant families.

  • Overnight in Amboseli.

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Day 4 – Flight to Samburu

  • Morning drive to the airstrip and flight to Samburu National Reserve.

  • Check-in at Saruni Samburu, perched on a private conservancy.

  • Afternoon game drive seeking the Samburu Special Five.

  • Dinner under the stars with panoramic views.

  • Overnight in Samburu.

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Day 5 – Samburu Safari & Cultural Insights

  • Early game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River — elephant herds, lions, and leopards.

  • Mid-morning visit to a Samburu community project (optional).

  • Afternoon drive to spot gerenuk and reticulated giraffe.

  • Sundowner drinks overlooking rugged escarpments.

  • Overnight in Samburu.

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Day 6 – Samburu Big Cats & Birdlife

  • Dawn safari tracking big cats — cheetahs and lions are often sighted.

  • Birding opportunities: over 450 species recorded.

  • Afternoon relaxation at camp pool or spa.

  • Evening bush dinner and storytelling by Samburu warriors.

  • Overnight in Samburu.

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Day 7 – Transfer to Laikipia (Segera Retreat)

  • Morning flight to Laikipia Plateau.

  • Arrive at Segera Retreat, a luxury eco-lodge combining conservation and art.

  • Afternoon guided walking safari focused on flora, insects, and smaller mammals.

  • Evening conservation briefing from the lodge team.

  • Overnight in Laikipia.

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Day 8 – Laikipia Rhino Conservation & Tracking

  • Rhino-tracking excursion with rangers, learning telemetry techniques.

  • Visit to community-led conservation programs.

  • Afternoon game drive for sightings of African wild dogs, elephants, and buffalo.

  • Optional night drive for nocturnal species.

  • Overnight in Laikipia.

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Day 9 – Wilderness Immersion in Laikipia

  • Sunrise safari drive or horseback safari (if available).

  • Picnic bush breakfast.

  • Afternoon at leisure or optional wellness spa treatment.

  • Sundowner followed by fireside dinner.

  • Overnight in Laikipia.

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Day 10 – Flight to Masai Mara

  • Morning flight to the Masai Mara.

  • Scenic welcome drive en route to Angama Mara, overlooking the Mara Triangle.

  • Afternoon safari drive in one of the world’s richest wildlife habitats.

  • Overnight in Masai Mara.

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Day 11 – Photography Masterclass & Full-Day Drive

  • Early morning photography masterclass: camera settings, composition, and wildlife techniques.

  • Full-day safari with picnic lunch in the bush.

  • Evening return to camp, sunset cocktails, and storytelling.

  • Overnight in Masai Mara.

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Day 12 – Sunrise Safari & Departure

  • Dawn game drive — final chance to capture predators in golden light.

  • Breakfast at camp, then transfer to airstrip for flight back to Nairobi.

  • Depending on departure flight time, optional day room or city lunch.

  • Evening international departure.

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PACKAGE COSTS & INCLUSIONS

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Package Costs

Total Cost: $ per person sharing

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Includes

  • Accommodation: Nairobi (1 night), Amboseli (2 nights), Samburu (3 nights), Laikipia (3 nights), Mara (2 nights).

  • Meals: Bed & breakfast in Nairobi; full board on safari (all meals included).

  • Domestic bush flights: Nairobi → Amboseli → Samburu → Laikipia → Mara → Nairobi.

  • All ground transfers in private vehicle.

  • Safari activities: Daily game drives, walking safaris, night drives, rhino tracking, photography masterclass.

  • Conservation & park fees.

  • Professional English-speaking safari guides.

  • Bottled water on game drives.

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Excludes

  • International flights to/from Nairobi.

  • Kenya visa fees.

  • Travel & medical insurance (mandatory).

  • Optional activities: hot air balloon safari, spa treatments, Maasai/Samburu cultural visits.

  • Alcoholic & premium beverages.

  • Gratuities for guides, rangers, and lodge staff.

  • Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, shopping, souvenirs).

Expert tips:
Carry binoculars, list of target species, and schedule drives in early morning & late afternoon.

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1. Nairobi

Nairobi, Kenya

2. Amboseli National Park

Kenya

3. Samburu National Reserve

Kenya

4. Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Marura Rd, Nanyuki, Kenya

5. Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya