Kenya Curated
Kenya Curated: Nairobi, Amboseli, Mount Meru & Maasai Mara
Introduction
From Nairobi to Amboseli, Mount Meru & the Maasai Mara / 8 Nights | 9 Days | Private Fly-In Safari
Kenya Curated: Nairobi, Amboseli, Mount Meru & Maasai Mara
Experience Kenya’s diverse landscapes and wildlife on a private fly-in safari. Journey from the vibrant capital of Nairobi to the iconic elephant herds of Amboseli, the tranquil forests of Mount Meru, and the sweeping grasslands of the Maasai Mara. Encounter local cultures, breathtaking scenery, and unforgettable wildlife moments throughout your adventure.
Safari Highlights Overview
At a glance
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 1
Day 1 - Arrival in Nairobi: The Journey Begins
Arrive in Nairobi and Begin Your Safari
Arrival in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya's vibrant capital and gateway to your African adventure. Your private safari representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the historic Norfolk Hotel, where you will settle into your Deluxe Room.
Afternoon at Leisure
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring Nairobi or simply unwind at the hotel after your international journey.
Dinner at Norfolk Hotel
In the evening, enjoy dinner and a briefing with your safari guide before your journey into the Kenyan wilderness begins.
The Norfolk Hotel — Deluxe Room
Overnight at The Norfolk Hotel in a Deluxe Room.
Day 2
Day 2 - Nairobi to Amboseli: Into the Shadow of Kilimanjaro
Fly to Amboseli and Begin Safari Adventure
Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to Amboseli National Park.
Transfer to Wilson Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to Amboseli National Park.
Wilson Airport
Amboseli National Park
Scheduled flight from Wilson Airport to Amboseli National Park.
Arrival and Transfer to Tortilis Camp
Upon arrival, your guide will meet you at the airstrip and transfer you to Tortilis Camp.
Lunch
After lunch and time to settle into camp, head out on your first afternoon game drive.
Afternoon Game Drive in Amboseli
Head out on your first afternoon game drive. Amboseli is famous for its magnificent elephant herds, with Mount Kilimanjaro providing one of Africa's most iconic backdrops.
Sundowner in Amboseli
As the afternoon comes to an end, stop at a scenic location for a sundowner. Enjoy a drink as the sun slips below the horizon and the plains take on a golden glow.
Dinner at Tortilis Camp
Return to camp for dinner beneath the stars.
Tortilis Camp, Amboseli
Overnight at Tortilis Camp, Amboseli.
Day 3
Day 3 - Amboseli: Elephants & Kilimanjaro
Game Drives and Wildlife in Amboseli
Morning Game Drive in Amboseli
Rise early for a morning game drive while the wildlife is most active and the morning light is at its best.
Explore Amboseli Ecosystem
Explore the Amboseli ecosystem in search of elephant families, lion, cheetah, buffalo, zebra, giraffe and an abundance of birdlife. With clear weather, enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the plains.
Breakfast or Brunch at Camp
Return to camp for breakfast or brunch followed by time to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Afternoon Game Drive in Amboseli
In the afternoon, head out for another game drive, exploring a different area of the park and learning about the relationship between the wildlife and the Maasai communities who have lived alongside it for generations.
Dinner at Tortilis Camp
Return to Tortilis for dinner and your final night beneath Kilimanjaro.
Tortilis Camp, Amboseli
Overnight at Tortilis Camp, Amboseli.
Day 4
Day 4 - Amboseli to Mount Meru: Across the Kenyan Wilderness
Fly North to Mount Meru and Explore
Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight north toward Mount Meru.
Transfer to Airstrip
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight north toward Mount Meru.
Flight north toward Mount Meru.
Arrival and Transfer to Lodge
On arrival, your private guide will welcome you and transfer you to your lodge, where you can settle in and enjoy lunch.
Lunch
Settle in at your lodge and enjoy lunch.
Explore Mount Meru Surroundings
Mount Meru offers a very different landscape from Amboseli, with lush forests, mountain scenery and a quieter atmosphere. Spend the afternoon enjoying the surroundings and, depending on your arrival time, take part in a nature experience or relaxed guided walk through the area.
Dinner
Enjoy dinner surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the mountain country.
Mount Meru
Overnight at Mount Meru.
Day 5
Day 5 - Mount Meru: Nature & Wilderness
Guided Nature Experience and Mountain Views
Breakfast
Begin your day with breakfast before setting out to explore the Mount Meru area.
Guided Nature Experience
Enjoy a guided nature experience through the surrounding landscape, learning about the area's plants, wildlife and local communities. This is a chance to slow the pace and experience a side of East Africa that is very different from the open plains of Amboseli.
Lunch
Return to your lodge for lunch and a leisurely afternoon.
Relax and Prepare for Next Stage
Later, enjoy the opportunity to relax, take in the mountain views and prepare for the next stage of your journey.
Dinner
Dinner at your lodge.
Mount Meru
Overnight at Mount Meru.
Day 6
Day 6 - Mount Meru to the Maasai Mara: Into the Great Wilderness
Fly to Maasai Mara and Begin Safari Adventure
Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight toward the Maasai Mara.
Transfer to Airstrip
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight toward the Maasai Mara.
The flight takes you from the mountain landscapes into the sweeping grasslands of Kenya's most famous safari destination.
Arrival and Game Drive to Lerai Safari Camp
Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and begin your first Mara game drive en route to Lerai Safari Camp.
Lunch
After lunch and time to settle into your tent, head out for an afternoon game drive.
Afternoon Game Drive in Maasai Mara
Search the plains for lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, giraffe and the many species of plains game that make the Mara one of the world's great wildlife destinations.
Sundowner in Maasai Mara
As evening approaches, stop for a sundowner before returning to camp.
Dinner
Dinner at Lerai Safari Camp, Maasai Mara.
Lerai Safari Camp, Maasai Mara
Overnight at Lerai Safari Camp, Maasai Mara.
Day 7
Day 7 - Maasai Mara: A Day on the Endless Plains
Full Day Safari and Bush Dinner in Maasai Mara
Morning Game Drive in Maasai Mara
Wake early for a morning game drive while the Mara is cool and wildlife is at its most active.
Explore the Open Grasslands
Spend the morning exploring the open grasslands, following the movements of wildlife and allowing your guide to create the experience around what is happening in the bush that day.
Lunch at Lerai Safari Camp
Return to camp for lunch and a relaxing afternoon.
Afternoon Game Drive in Maasai Mara
Later, head out on an afternoon game drive, with the golden evening light creating beautiful opportunities for photography.
Private Bush Dinner
As darkness approaches, return to camp for a private bush dinner. Enjoy a beautifully prepared meal beneath the African sky, surrounded by lanterns and the sounds of the wilderness.
Lerai Safari Camp, Maasai Mara
Overnight at Lerai Safari Camp, Maasai Mara.
Day 8
Day 8 - Maasai Mara: Night Wildlife & Maasai Culture
Maasai Village Visit and Night Game Drive
Morning Game Drive in Maasai Mara
Start the morning with another game drive across the Mara, searching for wildlife you may not yet have encountered.
Lunch at Lerai Safari Camp
Return to camp for lunch and enjoy a relaxed afternoon.
Visit to Maasai Village
Visit a traditional Maasai village for an opportunity to meet members of the local community and learn about Maasai traditions, daily life, family structures, traditional homes, dress, music and the close relationship between the community and the surrounding land.
Night Game Drive in Maasai Mara
As evening falls, return to the conservancy for a night game drive. Once darkness settles over the Mara, the bush takes on an entirely different character as you search for nocturnal wildlife and experience the sounds of Africa after sunset.
Dinner at Lerai Safari Camp
Return to camp for your final dinner in the Mara.
Lerai Safari Camp, Maasai Mara
Overnight at Lerai Safari Camp, Maasai Mara.
Day 9
Day 9 - Farewell to the Maasai Mara
Final Breakfast and Departure from Mara
Final Breakfast at Camp
Enjoy a final breakfast at camp and take in the peaceful surroundings of the Mara.
Optional Morning Game Drive
If your departure schedule allows, enjoy a final short morning game drive, giving you one last opportunity to watch the savannah awaken and perhaps encounter some of Kenya's iconic wildlife.
Transfer to Airstrip
Transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi, where you will connect with your international departure flight or continue with an extension to the Kenyan coast, Zanzibar or another East African destination.
Map
A. The Norfolk Hotel, Nairobi
Harry Thuku Rd, Nairobi, KenyaB. Wilson Airport, Nairobi
Langata Rd, Nairobi, KenyaC. Tortilis Camp, Amboseli
Amboseli National Park, KenyaD. Mount Meru
Mount Meru, Tanzania (near Arusha, close to Kenya border)E. Lerai Safari Camp, Maasai Mara
Olerai Conservancy, Maasai Mara, Kenya© 2026 Campofrio Safaris LLC