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Wonders of Kenya
Track wildlife in the Maasai Mara, search for rare species in Samburu National Reserve and stay in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park. This Small Group tour explores Kenya by...
Track wildlife in the Maasai Mara, search for rare species in Samburu National Reserve and stay in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park. This Small Group tour explores Kenya by game drive, visits Nairobi and connects you with local life across some of East Africa’s best-known safari landscapes.
(from USD 4,650)
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Dining Summary
- 8 Dinner (D)
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- 7 Lunch (L)
Must-see Highlights
- Visit Aberdare National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Sweetwaters Sanctuary to see the resident orphaned or rescued chimpanzees, Lake Nakuru National Park, a local Maasai tribe village and the Maasai Mara National Game Reserve
- View Thomsons Falls in Nyahururu
Be My Guest
- Kerugoya: Built in 1962 and set in rural Kerugoya town on the foothills of Mt. Kenya, the house is located within an operational coffee and tea estate. It is the home of the late Geoffrey Kariithi, a pre-eminent civil servant in Kenya’s first independence government, now run and managed by his daughter Grace. While at the house you will have the opportunity to discover and learn about the complete process of coffee and tea production, from planting to processing, and enjoy local cuisine including a sample of the region's tea and coffee.
Trafalgar Difference
- Aberdare National Park: Resembling Noah's Ark, the Ark Lodge in Aberdare National Park has four viewing areas for observing the wildlife which congregate around a floodlit waterhole and salt lick.
Iconic Experience
- Samburu National Reserve: Drive through the Samburu National Reserve, known for its diverse wildlife and expansive landscapes.
- Samburu National Reserve: Embark on a morning game drive through Samburu National Reserve, perhaps glimpsing the animal inhabitants that roam the grasslands and riverside.
- Samburu National Reserve: Join a local ranger for a guided nature walk along the edge of Samburu Reserve, following the trail towards the meeting point of the Ewaso Nyiro and Isiolo rivers. Learn how water shapes life in this dry landscape as you look for zebras, antelopes and crocodiles resting along the riverbanks.
- Lake Nakuru: Stop to take in the thunderous power of Thomson's Falls.
- Lake Nakuru: See the birds of Lake Nakuru National Park and marvel at the flamingos that crowd the water's edge.
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: Embark on a journey through the wilderness as you enjoy the sights of the best game viewing in the world at Maasai Mara National Reserve.
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: Head to a Maasai village in the Maasai Mara National Reserve and get a feel for their everyday life. After a guided tour of the village, you’ll see the warriors’ famous jumping dance and give bush hunting skills a go with the Maasai people.
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: Full day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives to explore its vast plains and rolling hills with more game spotting opportunities.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Ol Pejeta: Visit Ol Pejeta, a not-for-profit conservancy known for its anti-poaching efforts and learn about its valuable endangered species conservation work.
- Tour
- Kenya
- Trafalgar
- Small Group
- Country Explorer
Details
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar
- Start City
- Nairobi
- End City
- Nairobi
- Duration (Days)
- 9
- Activity Level
- Country Explorer
Highlights
- Small Group
- Country Explorer
Pricing & departures
| Option | From | Departs | Returns |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin | USD 5,325 | January 3, 2027 | January 11, 2027 |
| Single | USD 6,055 | January 3, 2027 | January 11, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,325 | January 17, 2027 | January 25, 2027 |
| Single | USD 6,055 | January 17, 2027 | January 25, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,325 | January 31, 2027 | February 8, 2027 |
| Single | USD 6,055 | January 31, 2027 | February 8, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,325 | February 14, 2027 | February 22, 2027 |
| Single | USD 6,055 | February 14, 2027 | February 22, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,275 | March 14, 2027 | March 22, 2027 |
| Single | USD 5,975 | March 14, 2027 | March 22, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 4,650 | April 11, 2027 | April 19, 2027 |
| Single | USD 5,080 | April 11, 2027 | April 19, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 4,850 | May 30, 2027 | June 7, 2027 |
| Single | USD 5,330 | May 30, 2027 | June 7, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 4,850 | June 6, 2027 | June 14, 2027 |
| Single | USD 5,330 | June 6, 2027 | June 14, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,095 | June 13, 2027 | June 21, 2027 |
| Single | USD 5,755 | June 13, 2027 | June 21, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,095 | June 20, 2027 | June 28, 2027 |
| Single | USD 5,755 | June 20, 2027 | June 28, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,175 | June 27, 2027 | July 5, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,055 | June 27, 2027 | July 5, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,495 | July 4, 2027 | July 12, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,385 | July 4, 2027 | July 12, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | July 11, 2027 | July 19, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | July 11, 2027 | July 19, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | July 18, 2027 | July 26, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | July 18, 2027 | July 26, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | July 25, 2027 | August 2, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | July 25, 2027 | August 2, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | August 1, 2027 | August 9, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | August 1, 2027 | August 9, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | August 8, 2027 | August 16, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | August 8, 2027 | August 16, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | August 15, 2027 | August 23, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | August 15, 2027 | August 23, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | August 22, 2027 | August 30, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | August 22, 2027 | August 30, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | August 29, 2027 | September 6, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | August 29, 2027 | September 6, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | September 5, 2027 | September 13, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | September 5, 2027 | September 13, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | September 12, 2027 | September 20, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | September 12, 2027 | September 20, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,625 | September 19, 2027 | September 27, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,545 | September 19, 2027 | September 27, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 6,150 | October 3, 2027 | October 11, 2027 |
| Single | USD 7,030 | October 3, 2027 | October 11, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,795 | October 17, 2027 | October 25, 2027 |
| Single | USD 6,555 | October 17, 2027 | October 25, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,695 | October 31, 2027 | November 8, 2027 |
| Single | USD 6,425 | October 31, 2027 | November 8, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,695 | November 14, 2027 | November 22, 2027 |
| Single | USD 6,425 | November 14, 2027 | November 22, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,695 | November 28, 2027 | December 6, 2027 |
| Single | USD 6,425 | November 28, 2027 | December 6, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 5,695 | December 13, 2027 | December 21, 2027 |
| Single | USD 6,425 | December 13, 2027 | December 21, 2027 |
Day by day
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Day 1
Jambo (Hello) Nairobi
Your small group safari begins in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital and the gateway to the country’s renowned national parks and wildlife reserves. On arrival, a Trafalgar Representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. This evening, meet your fellow travelers and Driver Guide over dinner at the renowned Carnivore restaurant as your Kenya safari gets underway. Locations: Nairobi
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Day 2
Journey to Aberdare National Park
Leave the hustle and bustle of Nairobi behind and embark on a 4 x 4 journey north to Aberdare National Park. En route you'll Connect With Locals during a Be My Guest experience in the highlands of central Kenya. Join Elizabeth to learn about the complete journey of coffee and tea production before settling in to savor local cuisine including a sample of local tea and coffee made from the onsite coffee and and tea plantation. Tonight you’ll stay in The Ark Lodge, one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories, offering spectacular opportunities to view the resident birdlife and wildlife. Locations: Nairobi, Aberdare National Park
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Day 3
On to Samburu National Reserve
Leave the lush greenery of the Kenya highlands region behind as you journey to the contrasting arid landscapes of Samburu National Reserve. As you continue your safari adventure here, you'll have the chance to spot the 'Samburu Special 5', including species such as the grevy's zebra and the reticulated giraffe, found only in the northern Kenya region. Your accommodation tonight is a luxury tented camp on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River. Locations: Aberdare National Park, Samburu National Reserve
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Day 4
Safari in Samburu National Reserve
Made famous in the award-winning book and movie Born Free, Samburu National Reserve was the home of Elsa, the famous lioness, raised by conservationists George and Joy Adamson. Rise early with the birds and head out on a guided nature walk along the edge of the reserve, where a local ranger introduces you to the region’s flora, fauna and river life. Then embark on a morning game drive through acacia forest and open grasslands in search of wildlife. Relax at your camp on your return, then head back out into the savannah on a late afternoon game drive. Locations: Samburu National Reserve
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Day 5
Off to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
The plight of Africa’s rhinos takes center stage today during a poignant visit to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This morning, you’ll learn about their efforts to fight poaching in East Africa’s largest black rhino sanctuary and enjoy a quick photo stop at the point where the equator slices through the conservancy. Next up is a visit to Sweetwaters Sanctuary, where you'll meet the cheeky resident orphaned or rescued chimpanzees. Continue to your accommodation this evening, keeping a keen eye out for thirsty wildlife that come to drink at the floodlit on-site waterhole after a dry day in the African wilderness. Locations: Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta
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Day 6
Onwards to Lake Nakuru National Park
Have your camera ready for a photo stop at the spectacular Thomson's Falls. Visit the birdwatcher's paradise that is Lake Nakuru National Park, then join your Driver Guide for an afternoon game drive to spot pink flamingos lining the lakeshore and to search for lions and leopards. Locations: Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru
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Day 7
Continue to the Maasai Mara National Reserve
Your journey continues to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, your home for the next two nights. While here, visit your lodge’s watering hole, where large pods of hippo can often be seen. Locations: Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara National Reserve
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Day 8
A Day to Discover the Maasai Mara
Don your hat and polish those binoculars for a full day in the Maasai Mara's wilderness. When you’re not traversing the savannah in search of the Big 5, you’ll join a Maasai community in their local village. Watch the colorfully clad warriors demonstrate their jumping prowess, learn traditional bush hunting skills, and tour the village for a deeper understanding into their daily life. Back at the lodge enjoy a hearty lunch before you set out on an afternoon game drive to soak in more of the iconic Maasai Mara landscape and nature. Locations: Maasai Mara National Reserve
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Day 9
Admire the Maasai Mara and Return to Nairobi
As your Kenyan safari adventure comes to an end, you’ll return to Nairobi with your small group, where a day room has been reserved at the Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport Hotel for you to use prior to your evening flight home (onward flights should not be booked to depart until after 5 pm). Please Note: The full duration of this itinerary is operated by a 4x4 safari vehicle, including all road travel and safari game drives. The trip will travel over a variety of terrains, resulting in some rough and bumpy journeys. Locations: Maasai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi