You've been dreaming of your safari for so long and now it's finally about to begin. You'll meet your guide who will tell you everything you need to know to get your safari started. We're as excited as you are to get your trip underway. Amboseli National Park is where many safari travelers fall in love with Kenya. That's because this park packs a lot into a small space. Towering over it all is Mt Kilimanjaro (5895m), Africa's highest mountain: Kili may be in Tanzania, but the best views are from Amboseli. Wildlife highlights might include lions, cheetahs, spotted hyenas, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, and, best of all, big-tusked elephants that you can get really close to. It's this combination of spectacular views and wildlife that really elevates Amboseli into the elite of Kenya's wildlife parks. Evening Game Drive, Amboseli National Park You'll love the warm light and cooler temperatures as we take you out to explore on your evening game drive. This time of day is when both predators and prey are most active and it can feel as though anything could happen at any moment. This is when you'll most enjoy being on safari. Activities Day 1 Morning Pick up at the airport, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Transfer by Road, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sentrim Amboseli Lodge Around Lunchtime Slow down and take a break as we serve you lunch. Evening Come with us on an evening game drive in Amboseli National Park. The light is ideal for photos, temperatures are cooler and the animals are beginning to stir. Night Tonight we'll be serving you a dinner to remember. Accommodation – Day 1 Mid-Range Sentrim Amboseli Lodge 2x Double/Twin room Really close to Amboseli National Park's eastern entrance, Sentrim Amboseli Lodge is a simple camp that sets you up nicely for visiting the park. Accommodation is in a mix of rooms and safari tents, and the open-sided restaurant is a good place to relax. Swim in the pool, and catch a glimpse of Mt Kilimanjaro whenever the clouds clear over the summit. Alternative Accommodations View 1 Alternative Accommodation Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner

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Lake Naivasha is the busiest and highest of Kenya's Rift Valley lakes. The lake has a fascinating history, as a weekend escape for the wealthy during the colonial era. These days, it serves a similar purpose for a refreshingly diverse cross-section of Kenyan society. There is lots to do along the southern shore, and keep an eye out for hippos, zebras and giraffes. Activities Day 2 Morning This morning we offer you breakfast. Transfer by Road, Sentrim Amboseli Lodge to Lake Naivasha Resort Around Lunchtime Slow down and take a break as we serve you lunch. Evening This evening you'll go on a boat trip on Lake Naivasha. It's a chance to enjoy a quiet moment or two and take in the pretty surroundings on this popular lake. Keep an eye out for hippos as you travel around. Night Tonight we'll be serving you a dinner to remember. Optional Evening This evening you’ll venture out on a guided walk through Crescent Island Game Park. It’s a chance to learn so many secrets of the wild from your expert guide. Accommodation – Day 2 Mid-Range Eseriani Resort 2x Double/Twin room There's much for you to enjoy at Eseriani Resort. It's a good place to stay in a good location. Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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You'll be visiting Lake Nakuru National Park, and it's a brilliant park to visit. There are so many highlights to look forward to. When it comes to wildlife, there are tree-climbing lions, endangered Rothschild's giraffes, and flamingos in varying numbers on the lake. This is also one of the best parks in Kenya for seeing both black and white rhinos. It's a beautiful park as well, with amazing views from the Out of Africa Lookout (some scenes from the 1985 film of the same name were filmed here), as well as waterfalls, acacia woodlands and pretty lake panoramas. Evening Game Drive, Lake Nakuru National Park Going on an evening game drive is one of the highlights of any safari. This is when temperatures cool, the light becomes softer and the wildlife begins to get active. Not only will you be out when the light is best for taking photos, but it's also one of the best times of day for seeing the animals. Activities Day 3 Morning This morning we offer you breakfast. Transfer by Road, Eseriani Resort to Merica Hotel Around Lunchtime Slow down and take a break as we serve you lunch. Evening We'll take you out on an evening game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. It's when temperatures cool, the light is golden and predators set out to hunt. Night Tonight we'll be serving you a dinner to remember. Accommodation – Day 3 Mid-Range Merica Hotel 2x Double/Twin room By staying at Merica Hotel, you'll be in the heart of Nakuru and just a short drive from Lake Nakuru National Park. Big rooms, many of which have city views if they're on the upper floors, attract both safari visitors and local business travelers, and the hotel has a gym, swimming pool, restaurant and bar. Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Spending time in a Maasai village is sure to be one of the highlights of your safari. You'll be made to feel welcome and you'll gain fascinating insights into Maasai culture and everyday life. Activities Day 4 Morning This morning we'll serve you breakfast, which is always one of the most enjoyable meals while on safari. Transfer by Road, Merica Hotel to Jambo Mara Safari Lodge Around Lunchtime Lunch is always a highlight, so relax and enjoy our food. Night Tonight we'll be serving you a dinner to remember. Optional Evening Village Visit, Masai Mara National Reserve Accommodation – Day 4 Mid-Range Jambo Mara Safari Lodge 2x Double/Twin room You'll sleep in modern rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows at Jambo Mara Safari Lodge. The rooms here are surrounded by acacia and other trees, and there's a large swimming pool and a good restaurant. Best of all, you're in a quiet area right alongside the Masai Mara National Reserve where you'll see lots of wildlife. Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Going on safari once in the Maasai Mara is a privilege, but you get to return to this special place and enjoy it all over again. Today’s full-day game drive in the Maasai Mara takes us deep into the heart of this iconic reserve, where big cats roam, and herds of wildebeest, zebras, and elephants create a breathtaking scene against golden grasslands. We’ll follow the action from sunrise to sunset, spotting lions on the prowl, elusive leopards, towering giraffes, and perhaps even the rare black rhino. With over 500 bird species adding vibrant colors to the skies, each moment is a new adventure. By day’s end, the Mara’s magic will leave you captivated, eager for more. Activities Day 5 Morning Sit down and relax this morning while we serve you breakfast. All Day Join us for a guided game drive through the Masai Mara where your guide will help you try and find the Mara's big cats, elephants, zebras, giraffes and wildebeest. Around Lunchtime Join us for a picnic in Masai Mara National Reserve, where you get to eat great food while surrounded by nature. Night Tonight we'll be serving you a dinner to remember. Accommodation – Day 5 Mid-Range Jambo Mara Safari Lodge 2x Double/Twin room Return to Jambo Mara Safari Lodge. Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Going on safari once in the Masai Mara is a privilege, but you get to return to this special place and enjoy it all over again. Activities Day 6 Morning This morning we offer you breakfast. All Day You'll be joining us in Masai Mara National Reserve for a guided game drive. It's a fantastic opportunity to see some of the animals you came so far to see. Around Lunchtime Join us for a picnic in Masai Mara National Reserve, where you get to eat great food while surrounded by nature. Night Tonight we'll be serving you a dinner to remember. Accommodation – Day 6 Mid-Range Jambo Mara Safari Lodge 2x Double/Twin room Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Nairobi could just be East Africa's most exciting city, thanks to its buzzing nightlife, well-regarded restaurant scene and excellent shopping. And it's more than just a gateway to the safari parks elsewhere in the country. Nairobi also has stellar wildlife and other attractions that make it worth visiting quite apart from exploring further afield. Activities Day 7 Morning Sit down and relax this morning while we serve you breakfast. Transfer by Road, Jambo Mara Safari Lodge to Glam Hotel Evening Relax and generally take it easy to allow yourself to both process and recover from all of the excitement that you’ve enjoyed on your safari so far. Night Overnight, Glam Hotel Optional Early Morning The views are just incredible when you go on your balloon safari over the Masai Mara. In the beautiful light of early morning, you should be able to see vast savannah plains with lots of animals all the way to the far horizon. Accommodation – Day 7 Glam Hotel 2x Double/Twin room Stay at Glam Hotel with us. It's an excellent place to stay as you enjoy this leg of your trip. Meal Plan Breakfast

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It's a pity that it has to end, but this is where your safari will draw to a close. We're sure that you will return home with so many exciting and happy memories, and we hope that you will join us again on safari sometime in the future. Activity Day 8 Morning This morning we'll serve you breakfast, which is always one of the most enjoyable meals while on safari. We will take you to the airport this morning. Meal Plan Breakfast

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