Soul of Kenya

Following breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport for a spectacular 90-minute flight north. Below, Kenya’s landscapes transform, fertile highlands surrender to semi-arid wilderness, volcanic mountains frame horizons, and Samburu’s ochre earth spreads endlessly.

Touch down where your personal guide welcomes you and brief you on your game-viewing schedule before escorting to your luxurious Sasaab Camp. Settle in, indulge in a delicious chef-crafted lunch, and take some time to relax, perhaps with a refreshing dip in the pool.

At 4 pm, you will embark on a game drive, sighting the diverse species of the reserve and later return to the camp at dusk.

Photograph the legendary Samburu Special Five: Grevy’s zebra with intricate stripes, reticulated giraffe in geometric perfection, graceful gerenuk browsing on hind legs, magnificent Beisa oryx, and stately Somali ostrich. Track elephants across rust-colored plains, leopards in doum palms, lions along riverine forests, and Nile crocodiles sunning beside the Ewaso Ng’iro River.

Each evening, return to your sanctuary for sundowners against spectacular sunsets, gourmet cuisine celebrating local flavors, and infinite star-scattered skies.

🏨 Sasaab Lodge →

For a deeper immersion into the wilderness, an early morning game drive at 6:00 AM will be ideal. Awaken to the aroma of Kenya’s finest coffee with a snack, and embark on an early morning game drive amid the crisp morning air. The early hours often reveal the remarkable activity of the big cats, providing an optimal chance to observe them as they roam freely across the rugged terrain. 

After this exciting experience, you will enjoy a scrumptious bush breakfast, overlooking the savannah. Later, you will continue with your game drive enroute to the camp to freshen up, relax and enjoy the camp’ amenities.

At 4:00 pm, you will depart for another evening game viewing drive, culminating with a sundowner against spectacular sunsets.

🏨 Sasaab Lodge →

🏨 Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club →

Awaken to the gentle chorus of birdsong drifting through the crisp morning air, as golden light spills across the landscape. A sumptuous breakfast awaits, setting the tone for a day of quiet indulgence before you are chauffeured to Ol Pejeta Conservancy for an immersive morning game drive.

Here, in one of Kenya’s most celebrated conservation sanctuaries, safari takes on a deeper meaning. Ol Pejeta is not only a haven of refined, crowd-free wildlife experiences, but also a global leader in conservation, home to the last remaining Northern White Rhinos and a dedicated refuge for endangered great apes.

As you traverse the sweeping grasslands, encounters unfold effortlessly, reticulated giraffes moving with quiet grace, plains zebras grazing in rhythm, and the possibility of cheetahs and buffalo appearing on the horizon. Each moment is unhurried, intimate, and deeply enriching.

Return to your lodge in time for a freshly prepared hot lunch, followed by a leisurely afternoon to unwind and indulge in the lodge’s elegant comforts, a tranquil pause in a journey defined by extraordinary wildlife, meaningful conservation, and understated luxury.

🏨 Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club →

Awaken to the gentle song of birds carried on the crisp morning air, as soft light reveals the beauty of the landscape around you. After a sumptuous, unhurried breakfast, you are chauffeured to the airstrip for your scenic flight to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, a journey that unveils Kenya’s breathtaking wilderness from above.

Upon arrival, your private safari guide offers a warm, personal welcome, introducing you to the bespoke game-viewing experiences that await. A seamless transfer delivers you to Kichwa Tembo Camp, where a gracious African reception and attentive hospitality set the tone for an extraordinary stay.

Settle into your elegant luxury tent, where comfort meets the wild, then indulge in a refined, chef-crafted lunch. The afternoon unfolds at your leisure, perhaps a refreshing swim overlooking the savannah or a quiet moment soaking in the rhythm of the Mara, marking the beginning of an unforgettable luxury safari in Kenya’s most iconic wilderness.

🏨 Angama Mara →

Awaken to the endless golden expanse of the Maasai Mara National Reserve plains, where the rising sun paints the savannah in soft, luminous hues. The aroma of freshly brewed Kenyan coffee invites you to a delicious, leisurely breakfast, setting a refined tone for the day ahead.

Thereafter, set out on an extensive morning game drive, where the Mara reveals its quiet drama, graceful herbivores grazing, predators on the move, and the rhythm of the wild unfolding in its purest form. Each moment is immersive, intimate, and unmistakably iconic.

Return to camp in time for a chef-prepared lunch, followed by a tranquil afternoon at leisure, perhaps a refreshing dip in the pool or a peaceful pause overlooking the vast plains, embracing the effortless elegance of a luxury Maasai Mara safari experience.

As the day progresses, you will be expecting another round of excitement with a game viewing drive scheduled for 4:00 pm. The late afternoon light paints the landscape with warm hues, casting a magical glow over the vast expanse. Your second game drive offers a chance to witness different behaviors and activities of the wildlife as they prepare for the evening.

🏨 Angama Mara →

Consider beginning your day in the quiet magic of dawn. Awaken to the rich aroma of Kenya’s finest coffee, accompanied by a light bite, before setting out into the crisp morning air for an early game drive across the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve.

In these golden hours, the savannah stirs with life, big cats on the move, silhouettes of predators against the rising sun, offering some of the most exclusive and rewarding wildlife encounters. As the morning unfolds, pause for a sumptuous bush breakfast overlooking the savannah and the wilderness feels wonderfully close.

As the day softens into evening, depart at 4:00 PM for a refined game drive, culminating in a classic sundowner in the wild, a moment of quiet indulgence as the African sky turns to gold. Return to the lodge as dusk settles, carrying the essence of a day defined by luxury, culture, and the untamed beauty of the Mara.

🏨 Angama Mara →

As your final Mara sunrise paints the sky in impossible hues, reflect on nine days that have forever changed your perspective. Following leisurely breakfast, bid heartfelt farewells to the camp team before transferring to the airstrip.

Your scenic flight back to Nairobi watches the Mara’s endless plains gradually give way to Kenya’s fertile highlands. Upon arrival at Wilson Airport, transfer to a comfortable day room at Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel where you can refresh, organize photographic treasures, and gradually transition from wilderness to the world beyond.

Evening transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport ensures your timely departure. Your Kenya photographic safari may be ending, but the memories and thousands of photographs, will illuminate your life forever.