Itinerary

Day 1                                Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya Welcome to Africa! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2                        Nairobi–Ol Pejeta Conservancy Today, drive to OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY, the largest black rhino sanctuary in all of East Africa. After lunch, embark on your first GAME DRIVE in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo.  Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 3                                              Ol Pejeta Rise early for a MORNING GAME DRIVE with beautiful Mount Kenya as the backdrop. Beyond the “Big 5,” you may spot cheetah, zebra, gazelle, and more. If you are lucky, you might even spot rare wild dogs. After lunch, enjoy a GAME DRIVE in the conservancy, including a stop at the CHIMP SANCTUARY. In partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service and the Jane Goodall Institute, the sanctuary was established to provide a long-term home for orphaned and abused chimpanzees. Here, see the chimps and learn more about their plight.  Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 4                     Ol Pejeta–Lake Nakuru National Park Area A final GAME DRIVE in the conservancy before driving to the Lake Nakuru area. The journey takes you through the beautiful Kenyan highlands, one of the most fertile agricultural areas in all of Africa, where farmers grow crops such as corn, wheat, coffee, and tea. Stop for lunch at Aberdare Country Club.  Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 5                                      Lake Nakuru Area Today, explore LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK during MORNING & AFTERNOON GAME DRIVES. The park is home to a variety of animals including giraffe, impala, Cape buffalo, and striped hyena. This is also your best chance to see white rhino, which are commonly spotted here. Relax at your lodge or camp between game drives.  NOTE: If staying at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp, you may opt for an afternoon game drive closer to camp in Soysambu Conservancy.  Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 6             Lake Nakuru Area–Maasai Mara National Reserve Area Drive to MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE, Kenya’s most famous game area. Stop for lunch en route before embarking on an AFTERNOON GAME DRIVE.  Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 7                                        Maasai Mara Area Today, your Driver/Guide pilots you on MORNING & AFTERNOON GAME DRIVES in the “Mara,” as it is called by the locals. Part of the Serengeti ecosystem, the reserve boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, generally between August and early November, the population enlarges by almost 2 million. This provides a great food source for predators such as lion, cheetah, leopard, and hyena.  NOTE:  The Great Migration is a natural event, and the arrival/departure of the migrating herds varies slightly year to year.  Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 8                                         Maasai Mara Area Further explore this magical place during MORNING & AFTERNOON GAME DRIVES. Watch for elephant, rhino, topi, cheetah, and much more. Between game drives, take advantage of leisure time to relax.  Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 9                    Maasai Mara Area–Nairobi–Homebound Flight This morning, fly back to Nairobi, where your vacation ends. We have reserved a day room at the Ole Sereni Hotel for you to use prior to your homebound flight. Book homebound flights after 5 pm.  Breakfast

Vacation Highlights

Private sightseeing and game drives, as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; special features are shown in UPPERCASE

Always Included in Your Package

Your Choice of Hotels

We've carefully screened and selected the right hotels in the heart of the destination and you can choose your accommodations to match with your style and budget. Hotels are convenient for shopping and sightseeing.

Local Host Service

In East Africa, you get a driver/guide who is with you throughout your vacation to help you spot game and provide information. In South Africa, your Local Host in each city will help you further personalize your trip.

Sightseeing and Activities

Packages feature sightseeing and game drives, so you don't miss the must-see sights. You can also personalize your trip by adding more activities and excursions that will make your vacation…exclusively yours.

Meals Included

Start your day off with an included breakfast. For lunch and dinner, immerse yourself in the local culture by sampling regional cuisine. After all, one of the best ways to learn about other cultures is to eat like the locals.

Transportation Made Easy

Whether it's flight arrangements, transfers from the airport to your hotel, sightseeing, or traveling between cities, we can take care of your transportation needs and can include it in your package price.

Plus Much More

Monograms makes it simple to personalize your package – add extra nights in your start and end city and include Travel Protection. Plus, before you go, we'll send you a Trip Planner so you can start getting ready.