The Kili Safari Premium brings together three of Kenya’s most celebrated landscapes in one rewarding five-night guided adventure. From elephants beneath Mount Kilimanjaro to hippos on Lake Naivasha and big cats on the plains of the Masai Mara, this is Kenya at its most iconic.
Travel in a comfortable Somak 4×4 with an expert driver-guide, with no more than six guests per vehicle and a window seat for everyone. Your journey begins in Amboseli, where huge elephant herds move through open country below Africa’s highest mountain. Continue into the Great Rift Valley for two relaxing nights near Lake Naivasha, a freshwater haven for hippos, waterbirds and lakeside wildlife. Then, complete your safari with two nights in the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s great wildlife destinations.
This Signature Safari is an ideal introduction to Kenya’s remarkable wild spaces, with memorable game drives and the option to extend your journey to Mombasa, Zanzibar or Mauritius.
Arrive in Nairobi, where a Somak representative will welcome you and introduce you to your driver-guide. Following refreshments and a short safari briefing, leave the city behind and travel south towards Amboseli National Park, approximately 250 km away.
Arrive in time for lunch at the camp, located close to Kimana Gate. Later, set out on your first game drive in a Somak 4×4. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds and remarkable views of Mount Kilimanjaro, weather permitting. Keep watch for lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, Maasai giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and a wide variety of birdlife.
Rise early as Amboseli comes to life. Your morning game drive offers the chance to see elephants moving across the plains in the softer light of dawn, with Kilimanjaro creating an unforgettable backdrop on clear days.
Return to camp for breakfast and enjoy time at leisure. Relax beside the pool, *book a spa treatment or choose an optional activity, such as a guided nature walk or birdwatching excursion. After lunch, head out again for an afternoon game drive in search of more of Amboseli’s wildlife.
After breakfast, travel northwest into the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, approximately 350 km away. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch, then spend the afternoon enjoying the resort’s tranquil setting.
Lake Naivasha is the highest of the Rift Valley lakes and a wonderful place for wildlife and birdwatching. Its acacia woodland and lakeshore habitats support hippos, waterbuck, giraffes, buffalo, zebra, vervet monkeys and colobus monkeys, while the lake is home to hundreds of recorded bird species. *Optional experiences may include a spa treatment, cycling or a leisurely walk around the resort grounds.
After an early breakfast, continue through changing scenery and rural villages towards the Masai Mara National Reserve, approximately 270 km away. This famous reserve is one of Africa’s finest places to observe wildlife, with vast grasslands that support lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes and, at certain times of year, immense wildebeest herds.
Arrive at the camp in time for lunch and a chance to settle in. Later, join your driver-guide for an afternoon game drive as the Mara’s wildlife becomes active in the cooler hours.
Start the day with an early-morning game drive, when the bush is at its most alive. Return to camp for breakfast and enjoy time to relax before lunch. In the afternoon, venture out again to explore more of the reserve’s vast plains, riverbanks and wildlife-rich habitats.
Alternate option today (pre-booking essential – contact us for prices)
Experience the magic of the Mara from a whole new perspective with an unforgettable early-morning hot air balloon flight. Soar above the vast plains as the sun rises, casting golden hues over the landscape teeming with wildlife. After landing, indulge in a luxurious ‘bubbly’ bush breakfast in the heart of the wilderness. Continue your adventure with a scenic game drive en route back to camp, where a delectable lunch awaits to complete your extraordinary morning.
After a final breakfast in the Masai Mara, make the return journey to Nairobi by road (around 270 km). If you would prefer a faster journey, contact your specialist for prices to upgrade to a flight transfer.
If you’re not ready for the journey to end, remain in the Mara for one last lunch and then take an afternoon flight to the stunning beaches of Mombasa (price on request). Our specialists can recommend the best luxury resorts for your tastes and budget. Alternatively, switch a Kenyan beach stay to some blissful relaxation in Zanzibar, Mauritius, the Maldives, or the Seychelles. Contact us for further details.
Light aircraft baggage allowance: 15 kg
Due to operational reasons, both accommodations and the itinerary may be subject to change. *Optional activities at own cost
Speak to a specialist for pricing, availability and extension options.
