9 Days Ultimate Kenyan Photography Safari Package

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

Pick up at the airport or Nairobi Hotel by your Guide
Small briefing before departure
Leave Nairobi early in the morning
Several stops on the way for landscapes and coffee breaks
Arrive in time for lunch at Amboseli Sentrim Lodge
Relax after a 4 to 5 hours' drive
First game drive looking for elephants and interesting setups
Evening silhouette photography as the sun goes down
View Mount Kilimanjaro with animals in the foreground

Day 2 Full Day at Amboseli National Park

Leave the Camp after Breakfast
Spend the day exploring Amboseli National Park
Search for cheetahs
Search for lions
Observe big herds of elephants
Enjoy prolific birdlife in the swamps fed by Mount Kilimanjaro
Spot hippos, zebras and gnu
See a variety of gazelles and antelope

Day 3 Amboseli National Park to Lake Nakuru National Park

Early breakfast
Morning game drive to maximize the sunrise
Proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park. Approximately 7 hours travel time
Arrive in time for lunch
Start game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park
Search for black and white rhinos
Search for lions, antelopes
Visit shorelines for flamingos and pelicans

Day 4 Lake Nakuru National Park to Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast we start our game drive at this awe-inspiring park.
We search for both the black and white rhinos.
We search for lions and antelopes.
We visit the shore lines for the flamingos and pelicans.
Later on, we drive to the Masai Mara Game Reserve.
You enjoy the scenic views of the Great Rift Valley.

Day 5 Full Day at Masai Mara National Reserve

Full days spent exploring the park in search of the big 5/other predators
Optional hot air balloon safari can be arranged at an extra cost of US$ 450 per person

Day 6 Full Day at Masai Mara National Reserve

Explore the sprawling plains of the Masai Mara with abundance of large mammals and diverse bird life
Daily routine starts with a morning safari
Breakfasts taken on the plains under the shade of a flat-topped acacia
Watch herds and often see a Topi, the Mara's predator spotter
Option for full days out in the field with breakfast and lunch served on the Savannah
Alternative option to return to camp for lunch
Big cats prominently featured, including Cheetahs and Leopards

Day 7 Full Day at Masai Mara National Reserve

Location: Predator Central
Wildlife Spectacle: Mara crossing
Annual Migration: Up to 1 million wildebeest and 200,000 zebra
Crossing Point: Tension builds as animals gather
Danger: Crocodile-infested Mara River
Feeding Grounds: Lush Mara grasslands
Experience: Dramatic action photo opportunities

Day 8 Full Day at Masai Mara National Reserve

Full day exploring Masai Mara National Reserve
Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests
Experienced professional safari guide
Early morning game drive with picnic breakfast
Higher probabilities of catching the sunrise and active animals
Experience the morning serenity
Explore diverse landscapes of the spotted savannah and capture beautiful animals with your lenses
The Mara River is the main water body for river crossings in July, August, and September. Home to hippopotamus and Nile crocodile and the best place in the reserve to see them warming on the river banks.
Other rivers include the Talek River and smaller tributaries like Sekenani River
Sand River is a picturesque area at the Masai Mara, bordering the Serengeti
Safari guide explains nature as it unfolds and get the best angles for your shots
Return to your strategically located Camp for dinner and overnight

Day 9 Masai Mara to Nairobi - Departure

After breakfast we will head back to Nairobi
Arriving by early evening
You will either be dropped at a Nairobi hotel or at the airport

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Exclusions

Guaranteed safari confirmations
Transport in a 4x4 land cruiser for game viewing and photography
Full board accommodation whilst on safari
Accommodation
All park entrance fees to include government taxes
Service of an English-speaking professional driver/guide
Extensive game drives
All game drives as detailed in the itinerary
Bottled water whilst on safari
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Personalized service

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Beverages/Drinks
International flights
Visas
Items of a personal nature
Any other extras not mentioned in inclusions
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