Kenya’s Elephant Kingdom & Great Plains Safari
Safari Overview

Discover the magic of Kenya on a 9-day luxury safari through Amboseli, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, and the iconic Masai Mara. Witness majestic elephants beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, encounter incredible wildlife, and explore the vast African savannah on thrilling game drives. With scenic flights, luxurious stays, and an optional hot-air balloon adventure over the Mara, every day promises a new discovery and unforgettable memories.

Day 1: Nairobi

  • Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met and assisted by Brown Raven Tours Representative. After a brief introduction, a transfer will be arranged to your hotel for leisure. Overnight at your hotel Nairobi Serena Hotel 

Day 2: Nairobi – Amboseli

  • After breakfast a transfer will be arranged to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight departing approximately 0815hrs to arrive approximately 0855hrs at Amboseli Airstrip to the Amboseli National Park situated in the north at the foot hills of Mont Kilimanjaro (19430ft) the highest Mountain in Africa.
  • Meet and greet on arrival at the Airstrip in a lodges shared 4×4 vehicle and transfer to your lodge. Amboseli is famous for its vast herds of elephants and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Lunch will be at your lodge. Be sure to have your camera ready this afternoon game drive in a lodges shared 4×4 vehicle in search of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes and much more. Dinner and overnight stay at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (B/L/D)

Day 3: Amboseli

  • You will spend a full day in Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives in a lodges shared 4×4 vehicle. Meals and overnight stay at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (B/L/D) to the 392 sq km Amboseli National Park lies due south of Nairobi, within clear sight of Mt Kilimanjaro.
  • The waters of the mountain feed the seasonal swamps and marshes on which the game and birds, which live in the park, rely. It is here that photographers will hope to shoot the classic picture of the elephant or giraffe standing against the dramatic backdrop of the snow capped mountain.

Day 4: Amboseli – Ol Pejeta

  • After breakfast, transfer to Amboseli Airstrip for your scheduled flight via Wilson Airport departing approximately 0905hrs to arrive Nanyuki Airstrip approximately 1120hrs. Meet in a camps shared 4×4 vehicle and transfer to your camp where you will have lunch. Later on, proceed with an afternoon game drive in a camps shared 4×4 vehicle at the conservancy which is nestled between Mt. Kenya to the east and the Aberdares Mountains to the west.
  • Your tents are adjacent to a waterhole, which provides for a constant procession of animals taking their turn at the precious resource. The conservancy boasts a plethora of wildlife – over 400 species of birds, lion, elephant, rhino and cheetah among others. Dinner and overnight at the Sweetwaters Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Day 5: Ol Pejeta

  • After breakfast, you will spend the day in Ol Pejeta Conservancy with morning and afternoon game drives in search of wildlife in a camps shared 4×4 vehicle. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Sweetwaters Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Day 6: Ol Pejeta – Masai Mara

  • After breakfast, a transfer will be arranged to Nanyuki Airstrip for your scheduled flight departing approximately 0915hrs to arrive Serena Airstrip approximately 1100hrs into the world famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Meet and greet in a lodges 4×4 shared vehicle and transfer to your lodge for check-in and have lunch. The lodge blends in perfectly with its surrounding hillside landscape.
  • The accent here is on the Masai people and the wealth of wildlife, birdlife, and natural flora to be found in the fabled Masai Mara Game Reserve. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in a lodges shared 4×4 vehicle around the world famous Mara. Dinner and overnight stay at Mara Serena Safari Lodge (B/L/D)

Day 7 – 8: Masai Mara

  • Full day spent in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives in a lodges shared 4×4 vehicle. All meals and overnight stay at the Mara Serena Safari Lodge (B/L/D) Masai Mara offers an absolutely unique variety of animals. The reason is that this hilly region is both humid and fertile, and is crossed by the Mara and Talek rivers, full of crocodiles and hippos. The abundance of water and excellent availability of food are the reasons why the Masai Mara, which in fact is a continuation of the Tanzanian Serengeti National Park, has the greatest population of wild animals in the whole of Africa.
  • There is a particularly dramatic “spectacle” from July to September, the annual migration of huge herds of Gnus and zebras. Predators such as Hyenas, Jackals, Leopards and Lions of course, closely follow these herds. Gigantic herds of over 200 buffaloes can also be observed. Plenty of food is available for elephants, giraffes, and the many species of antelopes.
  • OPTIONAL (hot air balloon taking off in the beautiful early morning, you drift above the browsing game and have tremendous opportunities for unusual photographs. What could be more uplifting than an early morning safari in a hot air balloon flying over the vast plains of Africa? Witness an African sunrise as a plethora of wildlife roam the land beneath you. At the end of the flight you land on the plains, in the midst of this enchanting savannah a champagne breakfast is laid out with the mouth watering aroma of sausages, eggs, and bacon, sizzling over a charcoal fire. Drive in a leisurely fashion with game viewing on your way back to your lodge).

Day 9: Masai Mara – Nairobi – Departure

  • After breakfast, a transfer will be arranged to Serena Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Wilson Airport departing approximately 1100hrs to arrive approximately 1220hrs from here you will be met and transferred to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, for your onward flight
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • 01 Night accommodation at Nairobi Serena Hotel on a BB Basis
  • 07 Nights accommodation at Safari Lodges/Camp on a FB Basis
  • Transport in a safari vehicle
  • Game drives in lodges/camps shared 4×4 safari vehicles
  • Park entrance fees
  • Services of experienced English speaking driver guides
  • 01 litre mineral water per person per day while on safari
  • Scheduled local flights and transfers “Wilson – Amboseli – Wilson – Nanyuki – Masai Mara – Wilson”
  • Meals not mentioned
  • Drinks
  • International flights
  • Tips/gratuities
  • Entry visas and fees
  • Balloon safaris
  • Masai village visits
  • Nature walk
  • Bird walk
  • Items of a personal nature and any other not mentioned above.

Masai Village Visit – Masai Mara: The traditional Masai village is called a Manyatta and consists of a number of small cow dung made huts with thatched roofs. The huts are placed in a circle with livestock in the middle and a thick thorny fence for protection against the nightly predators. First, they welcome you with some chanting. They also proceed to show how high they can jump and get you try jumping higher than them. With the assistance of a local Masai chief, you take the informative tour around the “Manyatta”,  building fires without matches, how to make bracelets and necklaces with beeds and other exciting innovative experiences.

Balloon Safari – Masai Mara: Hot air balloon taking off in the beautiful early morning, you drift above the browsing game and have tremendous opportunities for unusual photographs. What could be more uplifting than an early morning safari in a hot air balloon flying over the vast plains of Africa? Witness an African sunrise as a plethora of wildlife roam the land beneath you. At the end of the flight you land on the plains, in the midst of this enchanting savannah a champagne breakfast is laid out with the mouthwatering aroma of sausages, eggs, and bacon, sizzling over a charcoal fire. Drive in a leisurely fashion with game viewing on your way back to your camp

Optional Activities (Nett & Non-Commissionable, priced per person):
Hot Air Balloon Safari (Masai Mara) 45 Minutes – 1 hour
Masai Village Visit (Masai Mara)

Other Important Notes:

  • Passports should be valid at least 6 months beyond the period of stay
  • It is the duty of the client to check passport requirements for travel
  • Check-in at hotels is 1400 hours and check-out is 1000 hours
  • Missed or delayed flights can lead to changes in itinerary and will be at the clients’ expense should the case arise
  • Luggage limit of 1 soft bag maximum 15 Kilograms per person during travel in Kenya. Hard cases should be avoided as they cannot fit in safari vehicles/aircrafts.
  • All prices given are subject to availability

Cancellation policy as below

  • Cancellation between 45 & 31 days 25% of the amount  
  • Cancellation between 30 & 22 days 50% of the amount
  • Cancellation between 21 & 0 days 100% of the amount

NB: USD rates are nett and non-commissionable and could change without prior notice and offer is made subject to room availability at the time of booking.

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