Kenya Wildlife Safari

8 Days | Spot the Big Five and spend a night with the Maasai

5 out of 5 based on 209 reviews submitted.
Overland
Wildlife
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Immerse yourself in the animal kingdom on this eight-day trip. Veer off the beaten track to seek out elephants, hippos, leopards and lions against the impressive backdrop of the Great Rift Valley and Lake Naivasha. Then, staying in the world-famous Masai Mara, deepen your understanding of Kenyan culture by experiencing tribal life in Loita Hills as you’re welcomed into the homes of the Maasai warriors and their proud village community. Join this perspective-shifting journey of unforgettable moments and memorable wildlife encounters.

Trip overview

Map of Kenya Wildlife Safari including Kenya
Start
Nairobi, Kenya
Finish
Nairobi, Kenya
Theme
Overland, Wildlife
Destinations
Kenya
Physical rating
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Style
Basix
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 22
Trip code
YGOK
This trip generates 24 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Spend the night in a Maasai village to learn about life from community elders, visit a widows’ community and maybe even learn to throw a spear.
  • Venture into the incredible Masai Mara National Reserve for a full-day game drive in an open-top 4WD, looking for lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and more.
  • An early morning game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park might be your best chance of seeing black and white rhinoceroses in the flesh.
  • Take a cooking class in a small village and learn some Kenyan recipes, then share your creations at a camp dinner under the stars.
  • You'll be in excellent hands for the duration of your trip, travelling with a crew of three experienced locals – a leader, driver and cook.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Patinaai Osim Community Care Organisation. Donations support their livelihood programs which help indigenous Maasai women identify alternative income-generating activities to support their families.

Is this trip right for you?
  • This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, setting up your own tent and getting the best possible views of the Big Five. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have drop-down windows, which let in the breeze and make it even easier to take spectacular snaps of the local wildlife. The drive days can be long, but it’s as much about the journey as the destination, and half the fun is the camaraderie. For more info on this style of travel, see our Africa overland page: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/africa/overland
  • In Loita Hills you will stay in a secure bush camp with basic facilities and cold showers. There is no Wi-Fi or upgrades available but the rewards of experiencing Maasai culture should more than make up for the lack of creature comforts.
  • As the early bird catches the worm, the early camper sights the animals. There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or beat the morning traffic on long travel days.

Itinerary

Map of Kenya Wildlife Safari including Kenya

Inclusions

Meals

7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners

Transport

Overland vehicle, 4x4 safari vehicle

Accommodation

Camping (with facilities) (5 nights), Hotel (1 night), Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)

Activities
  • Lake Nakuru - Village Walk & Cooking Class
  • Lake Nakuru - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
  • Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit
  • Masai Mara - 4x4 Game Drive
Add on activities
  • Nairobi - City Experience Urban Adventure - USD55
  • Lake Naivasha - Bike hire - USD12
  • Lake Naivasha - Boat trip - KES4000
  • Lake Naivasha - Game Walk in Crater Lake Game Sanctuary (entrance fee) - USD50
  • Lake Naivasha - Hell's Gate NP (Game Drive) - USD65
  • Masai Mara National Reserve - Balloon ride (from price) - USD500

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Important notes

1.A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. This trip finishes upon arrival in Nairobi on Day 8. Please do not book any flights until after 6pm this evening.
3. An optional sunrise balloon ride over the Masai Mara is possible on this itinerary. Please see Days 6-7 for full details of this activity. As the balloon only holds 16 people, places are limited and we recommend that you book in advance. Please inquire when booking your trip to book this optional activity.

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Reviews

5 out of 5 based on 209 reviews submitted.
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Tiffany · Traveled February 2024
This trip gives the ultimate Kenya experience. I would do it over a thousand times- between the itinerary and activities, the incredible food that was never short, the cultural experiences, the awesome crew (Rita, Charles, Steve) and all the animals- I am leaving with nothing short of amazing memories and recommend this trip to anyone.
Review submitted 23 Feb 2024

Julia · Traveled February 2024
Incredible trip! From the wildlife to cultural experiences to camping to food, this trip far exceeded my expectations. It was my first safari and blew me away! Camping facilities also exceeded my expectations (read: showers & toilets, plus beautiful scenery)! All included facilities plus add on options were so much fun.
Review submitted 23 Feb 2024

Philippa · Traveled February 2024
Really nice experience! The team was friendly and helpful for every kind of problem. The cook respected every kind of diet (vegetarian, allergic,…) and cooked always alternative options for these people. The food in general was really good. The whole trip was well organised and we had many nice experiences. We learned about the Kenyan culture, the nature and we saw many beautiful animals. The travel group with so many nice people made the experience even better! Thank you really much for this nice time.
Review submitted 23 Feb 2024

Lisa · Traveled February 2024
Rita, Charles and Steve were extremely welcoming, helpful, eager to make the travellers happy. The food was awesome, the driving was fantastic and the leadership was top rate!
Review submitted 23 Feb 2024

Emma · Traveled February 2024
This trip was incredible. As a solo female traveller, from the moment I met with the group and the crew I knew I was in safe hands. Our driver Stephen had to drive on some rough roads but despite this his driving was excellent and very safe. Charles prepared the most incredible food for us three times a day and the quality of his food was out of this world. Rita was an enthusiastic, passionate guide with excellent knowledge of the wildlife and culture of Kenya. An unforgettable trip thanks to Rita, Charles, Steven, and the group. Highly, highly recommend especially for solo travellers!
Review submitted 23 Feb 2024
Kenya Wildlife Safari
From
EUR 1.100 €