Nairobi – Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, you will head to Lake Naivasha, where in the afternoon, you’ll embark on a boat trip on the lake. Lake Naivasha is Kenya’s most beautiful and only freshwater lake. Its rich ecosystem includes tilapia and African catfish, while the shores are home to hippos and various waterfowl.

During the boat excursion, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the lake’s most abundant water bird habitats, marveling at the ecological landscapes of numerous wild animals. On the lake, you might witness groups of hippos leisurely frolicking in the water, adding a lot of fun and vibrancy to this journey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: NAIVASHA SOPA or similar

Lake Naivasha – Maasai Mara Wildlife Reserve

After savoring a delightful breakfast provided by the hotel, you’ll set off for Maasai Mara. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and enjoy a delicious lunch. After a brief rest, you’ll embark on an adventurous journey into Maasai Mara. Maasai Mara National Reserve is one of the world’s most renowned wildlife conservation areas, comprising vast plains, woodlands, and riverbank forests spanning 1,672 square kilometers. Established in 1961, this paradise for animals is one of the world’s largest habitats for wild mammals, hosting 95 species of mammals and 450 species of birds, offering you a rich and colorful ecological experience.

[Maasai Mara National Reserve] Located in the southwestern part of Kenya, bordering Tanzania and adjacent to the Serengeti National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve was established in 1961 and covers an area of 1,800 square kilometers. The reserve boasts a diverse and abundant wildlife population, with approximately 95 species of mammals and 450 species of birds, making it one of the finest wildlife reserves globally.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: KEEKOROK or Mara Simba Lodge or similar

Full-day Safari in Maasai Mara Wildlife Reserve

Today, embark on a scenic drive across the vast Maasai Mara plains, heading towards the Mara River region to track and observe a variety of wildlife. The Mara River, spanning 395 kilometers, flows through Kenya and Tanzania, with 60% of its basin in Kenya and the remaining 40% in Tanzania. Originating in the rainy Kenyan highlands, the river witnesses daily large-scale animal migrations. Wildlife traverses the Mara River, migrating between Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve and Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. This spectacular wildlife migration holds significant global importance. The surging rapids and lurking crocodiles during the river’s rise create the most challenging and magnificent scenes, renowned as the “Mara River Crossing” or “Crossing of Heaven.”

[Maasai Mara National Reserve] Situated in southwestern Kenya, facing Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park across the river, Maasai Mara National Reserve covers an area of 1,800 square kilometers. It is home to a thriving ecosystem with 95 species of mammals, including lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, hippos, baboons, wild dogs, and 450 species of birds, all flourishing in this tropical grassland.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: KEEKOROK or Mara Simna Lodge or similar

Maasai Mara Wildlife Reserve – Nairobi

After breakfast, venture to visit the last primitive tribal village that upholds the heroics of old – the Maasai Village. There, you’ll experience a unique welcome ceremony and enjoy cultural highlights like traditional song and dance performances. Following this cultural immersion, return to Nairobi, engaging in various activities within the city.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: CROWNE PLAZA or similar

Nairobi – Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, you’ll head to Amboseli National Park, situated on the border between Kenya and Tanzania, adjacent to the Kenyan border. If luck is on your side, you might catch a clear view of the 5,898-meter-high Mount Kilimanjaro. Upon arrival, check-in at a luxurious five-star camp at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, savoring coffee while admiring the enchanting world around you, creating a sense of leisure and romance during your getaway.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Kibo Safari or Kilima Safari or similar

Full Day at Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, you will embark on a wildlife safari adventure in Amboseli National Park, known as one of Africa’s premier vacation destinations. With the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro near the equator, the landscape below is a picturesque expanse of plains. The name “Amboseli” means “dry lake,” and the national park is one of the best vantage points to admire the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Here, the towering snow peaks provide a stunning backdrop as herds of elephants roam, creating a magnificent scene considered iconic in African landscapes.

[Amboseli National Park] Amboseli National Park is regarded as the jewel of Kenyan national parks for a clear reason: a backdrop of the regal Mount Kilimanjaro provides the setting for hundreds of African elephants moving gracefully across the landscape. Mount Kilimanjaro, standing at 5,859 meters, is Africa’s highest peak and stands proudly on the southern border of Amboseli National Park. The views are even more spectacular during clear mornings and evenings.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Kibo Safari or Kilima Safari or similar

Amboseli National Park – Mombasa

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport based on your flight schedule (we recommend booking a flight after 3:00 PM), concluding this delightful East African journey. Of course, you also have the option to continue your travels to the next destination. For those departing in the early morning, a packed breakfast will be provided as you head to the Amboseli National Park station of the SGR (Standard Gauge Railway), a railway built with Chinese aid. There, you’ll board Kenya’s historic first high-speed tourist train (first class), traversing the world’s largest wildlife national park, Tsavo National Park, and ultimately reaching the Indian Ocean coastline of Mombasa. Along the way, you’ll witness lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffalos, zebras, antelopes, and other wildlife, creating a unique experience and a journey through time. Upon arrival in Mombasa, you can check into the hotel and rest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Leopard Beach Resort & Spa or similar

Full Day in Mombasa

After breakfast, embark on the captivating adventure of your North Island tour. Gazing at the dazzling starry sky within a cave is an immensely awe-inspiring experience. One of New Zealand’s finest experiences, the Waitomo Glowworm Caves tour will redefine your sensory limits. You’ll board a boat to enter the cave, where you’ll witness the shimmering blue glow of glowworms, creating a beautiful scene resembling a starry night sky.

Next, you’ll visit the famous filming location of “The Lord of the Rings” – Hobbiton. This serene farm is surrounded by green hills and clear waters, featuring 44 Hobbit holes scattered around, creating a fairy-tale-like world. For fans of “The Lord of the Rings,” this is an opportunity not to be missed, allowing you to visit “Bag End” and enjoy a drink at the “Green Dragon Inn.”

In the evening, we arrive at Rotorua, the city of geothermal wonders, and ascend to the award-winning Skyline Rotorua Restaurant atop Mount Ngongotaha for a delicious barbecue dinner. After dinner, you can choose to indulge in the unforgettable experience of the Polynesian Natural Hot Springs, acclaimed as one of the “World’s Top Ten Hot Springs,” for an enchanting night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel or similar

Full Day in Mombasa

Enjoy a full day of leisure activities.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Leopard Beach Resort & Spa or similar

Mombasa – Nairobi – Evening Flight Departure

In the morning, you have free time at the hotel. Around noon, head to the train station to board Kenya’s historic first high-speed tourist train (first class), crossing the world’s largest wildlife national park, Tsavo National Park, and then returning to Nairobi. Upon reaching Nairobi, proceed to Nairobi Airport to catch a flight back to your cozy home (we recommend booking a flight after 10:00 PM).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: N/A