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The Iconic Plains & Peaks Kenya Safari offers a well-balanced and immersive wildlife experience. This journey combines Kenya’s most celebrated national parks with diverse landscapes and expertly guided game drives. It is designed for travelers seeking authentic wildlife encounters, scenic variety, and memorable safari moments.
The safari begins with a drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park. Here, the open plains and seasonal swamps provide excellent visibility for wildlife viewing. You will frequently spot large elephant herds roaming with Mount Kilimanjaro as a stunning backdrop. Early morning and late afternoon game drives offer the best opportunities for photography and active wildlife sightings.
Next, you travel through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Elementaita. The pace slows here, allowing you to enjoy scenic landscapes, abundant birdlife, and peaceful lakeside views. While exploring, you can take nature walks and capture stunning photos of the Rift Valley escarpment. This stop provides a refreshing contrast to the intensity of game drives.
The journey continues to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. Here, you will experience extended game drives across expansive savannahs. Expect to see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. During migration season, you may witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration, one of the world’s most remarkable wildlife events. Your professional driver-guide will share insights into animal behavior and the local ecosystem throughout your stay.
We travel in comfortable safari vehicles with professional, English-speaking driver-guides. They provide expert knowledge on wildlife, conservation, and local culture. Accommodation is carefully chosen for comfort, safety, and proximity to the parks, ensuring relaxing evenings after full days of exploration.
Overall, this safari is well-paced and thoughtfully organized. You will enjoy the perfect balance of adventure, wildlife, scenic beauty, and comfort. From mountains to lakes and savannahs, the Iconic Plains & Peaks Kenya Safari delivers a classic Kenyan safari experience that leaves lasting memories.
 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi, Kenya (Google Map)
Your safari begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park. Here, you will experience breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and witness large elephant herds roaming the open plains. Early morning and late afternoon game drives give you the best chance to spot lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. You can also enjoy birdwatching in the park’s seasonal wetlands.
Next, travel through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Elementaita. This peaceful soda lake is famous for its flamingos and rich birdlife. While here, you can take scenic walks along the lakeshore and capture stunning photos of the surrounding Rift Valley escarpment. Lake Elementaita offers a quiet and relaxing contrast to the excitement of game drives.
The journey continues to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destination. Here, you will enjoy extended game drives across vast open plains. Expect to see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. During migration season, the Great Wildebeest Migration adds one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife experiences. Your professional driver-guide will provide insights into animal behavior and local ecosystems throughout your visit.
We carefully select accommodations that are comfortable, safe, and close to each destination. After full days of exploration, you can relax, enjoy meals, and reflect on your safari adventures. This balance of adventure and comfort ensures you make the most of every moment.
Overall, the Iconic Plains & Peaks Kenya Safari is a well-paced journey that blends adventure, wildlife, and scenic beauty. You will explore mountains, lakes, and savannahs, experiencing Kenya’s most iconic landscapes and wildlife in one unforgettable safari.
Your unforgettable Kenyan safari begins the moment you arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you are warmly welcomed by our professional team and assisted through immigration and baggage formalities. You will then be escorted to your waiting safari driver-guide, who will provide breakfast boxes as you set off on a scenic drive toward the iconic Amboseli National Park.
As you journey south, the landscape opens into wide savannahs with Mount Kilimanjaro rising dramatically on the horizon. Amboseli is world-famous for its large elephant herds, open plains, and unrivaled views of Africa’s highest peak, making it one of Kenya’s most celebrated safari destinations.
Arrive at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge in time for check-in and lunch, followed by a short rest before your first afternoon game drive. Explore the park’s diverse habitats as you encounter elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and a variety of plains game, all framed by the majestic backdrop of Kilimanjaro.
Return to the lodge in the evening to refresh and enjoy dinner, followed by an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds and beauty of the African wilderness.
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving Time: Approximately 4 hours from Nairobi
Wake up at your leisure and enjoy a relaxed breakfast at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a spectacular backdrop. Today is dedicated to exploring the heart of Amboseli National Park, renowned for its open plains, swamps, and some of the best wildlife viewing in Kenya.
Set out on morning and afternoon game drives, tracking large elephant herds, prides of lions, elusive leopards, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and a wide variety of plains game. The snow-capped peaks of Africa’s highest mountain create a dramatic setting for wildlife photography, making Amboseli one of the most iconic safari destinations in East Africa.
Between game drives, return to the lodge to relax, enjoy your meals, and take in the sweeping views of the surrounding wilderness. As the sun sets, unwind at the lodge and reflect on a day filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters.
All meals and overnight at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Rise early and enjoy breakfast at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge before being transferred to the airstrip for your domestic flight to Nairobi, offering aerial views of Kenya’s diverse landscapes. Upon arrival, you will be met and begin a scenic drive through the lush Kenyan Highlands toward Lake Elmenteita, set within the heart of the Great Rift Valley.
As you travel, soak in breathtaking views of the Rift Valley Escarpment, a dramatic geological wonder and one of Kenya’s most picturesque regions. Arrive at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp in time for check-in, lunch, and a short siesta, allowing you to unwind in this tranquil lakeside setting.
In the late afternoon, set out on an evening game drive within the surrounding sanctuary, home to vibrant flamingos, elegant Rothschild’s giraffes, and a variety of plains game. The experience is crowned with a sundowner at a scenic viewpoint, where sweeping vistas and golden light create the perfect end to the day.
Return to camp for a relaxed dinner and overnight stay, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of nature in this truly magical location.
Accommodation: Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving Time: Approximately 2 hours from Nairobi
After a hearty breakfast at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp, depart for the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations. The journey takes you across scenic landscapes, gradually opening into the endless golden plains that define the Mara. Along the way, enjoy an en-route game drive, offering your first wildlife encounters in this world-famous reserve.
Arrive at Mara Serena Safari Lodge in time for check-in and lunch, followed by a short siesta to recharge. In the afternoon, head out on your first game drive in the Masai Mara, where dramatic savannahs provide the perfect stage for sightings of lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and an abundance of plains game.
As the sun sets over the rolling plains, return to the lodge to refresh and enjoy dinner, soaking in panoramic views of the Mara ecosystem. Overnight at Mara Serena Safari Lodge places you at the heart of one of Kenya’s most extraordinary wildlife regions.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving Time: Approximately 5 hours from Lake Elmenteita
Spend two unforgettable days fully immersed in the magic of the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Each day features morning and afternoon game drives, allowing you to explore different regions of the reserve and experience the Mara’s ever-changing wildlife activity. On one of the mornings, enjoy a memorable hippo pool breakfast, surrounded by nature in the heart of the savannah.
The Masai Mara is a true wildlife paradise, home to elephants, buffalo, giraffes, lions, cheetahs, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebras. During the Great Wildebeest Migration season (typically July to October), witness one of the world’s most dramatic natural spectacles as thousands of animals move across the plains and brave the crocodile-filled Mara River. Keep watch for elusive leopards, endangered black rhinos hidden in dense thickets, and large pods of hippos and giant Nile crocodiles along the riverbanks. With over 450 bird species, the reserve is also a haven for birdwatching and wildlife photography.
For a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience, we highly recommend the optional hot air balloon safari over the Mara Plains. Drift silently above the savannah at sunrise, enjoying a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of the landscape and wildlife below, followed by a celebratory bush breakfast.
All meals and overnight stays are at Mara Serena Safari Lodge, offering panoramic views and exceptional comfort in the heart of the reserve.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your final safari morning with an early rise and breakfast, taking in the last sights and sounds of the African savannah before departing the Masai Mara National Reserve for Nairobi. Enjoy a scenic drive through Kenya’s rolling countryside as you transition from the wilderness back to the city.
Upon arrival in Nairobi, indulge in a curated Ethiopian culinary lunch experience, offering rich flavors and a cultural dining highlight. After lunch, transfer to the elegant Nairobi Serena Hotel for check-in and time to unwind. The afternoon is at leisure, allowing you to relax at the hotel or choose from a selection of optional Nairobi excursions, including city tours, shopping, or cultural experiences.
As evening falls, enjoy a relaxed dinner at the hotel, marking a refined conclusion to your safari journey.
Accommodation: Nairobi Serena Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Driving Time: Approximately 5 hours from Masai Mara
After a hearty breakfast at Nairobi Serena Hotel, your unforgettable Kenya safari adventure comes to a close. You will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight, carrying memories of Africa’s breathtaking wildlife, sweeping savannahs, and vibrant culture.
For guests departing on early morning flights, a convenient packed breakfast box is provided to ensure you start your journey energized and ready for travel.
This marks the end of your safari, a journey through Kenya’s most iconic landscapes—from the elephants of Amboseli and the wildlife-rich plains of Masai Mara to the scenic beauty of the Great Rift Valley.
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer: Airport drop-off
