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7 Days Kenya Classic Safari Grand Tour

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7 Days Kenya Classic Safari Grand Tour
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7 Days / 6 Nights
Multiple Destinations, Kenya
Max 18 people
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About This Tour

This 7 days safari explores four distinct Kenyan landscapes. Begin beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, home to legendary super tuskers. Ascend to misty Aberdares forests for a unique tree lodge experience. Venture north to Samburu's arid beauty, where rare northern species roam.
Conclude at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, leading the fight against rhino extinction including the last two northern white rhinos on earth.

Tour Highlights

  • Four national parks/reserves
  • Amboseli National Park
  • Aberdares National Park
  • Samburu National Park
  • Ol Pejeta Conservancy
  • Diverse cultures
  • Luxury accommodations
  • Comprehensive wildlife viewing

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or JKIA around 7:30 AM. Meet your professional driver/guide and depart for Amboseli National Park, a scenic 4-5 hour drive south through Maasai country. The landscape transitions from urban energy to open savannah, with glimpses of traditional manyattas along the way.
Arrive at your midrange lodge in time for a hot lunch and some rest. In the afternoon (around 4:00 PM), embark on your first game drive across Amboseli's ancient lake bed and lush swamps. This park is renowned for its enormous elephant herds, some of the most studied populations in Africa. Against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, you'll encounter elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, and possibly lions returning from their daytime rest.
Return to your lodge as the sun sets, painting Kilimanjaro's peak in golden hues. Enjoy dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner.

Day 2: Full-Day in Amboseli National Park

Giants of the African Savannah
Today offers two full game drives to maximize your Amboseli experience. Rise early for a sunrise game drive (around 6:00 AM) the best time for photography as the first light touches Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak and elephants emerge from the swamps. The morning cool means predators are often still active, and birds are abundant.
Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and relaxation during the heat of the day. Your lodge likely features a swimming pool with stunning views of Kilimanjaro perfect for unwinding while watching elephants in the distance.
After lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive exploring different areas of the park. Visit Observation Hill for panoramic views of Amboseli's diverse ecosystems, from dried lake beds to permanent swamps fed by Kilimanjaro's melting snow.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

Day 3: Amboseli to Aberdares National Park

Mountain Forests & Tree Lodge Magic
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and drive north through the scenic Kenyan highlands a journey of approximately 5-6 hours. You'll pass through Nairobi and continue into the lush Kikuyu farmlands, with coffee and tea plantations lining the route.
Arrive at the Aberdare Country Club or Outspan Hotel for lunch. After lunch, you'll be transferred by lodge shuttle to your tree lodge inside the national park, either The Ark or Treetops. These unique lodges are elevated on stilts, overlooking floodlit waterholes and salt licks that attract wildlife throughout the day and night.
Spend the afternoon and evening on the lodge's viewing decks, watching elephants, buffalo, bushbuck, and occasional leopards visit the waterhole. The lodge's buzzer system alerts guests when interesting animals arrive.
Dinner is served in the lodge's dining room, with the possibility of continuing wildlife viewing after dark under floodlights.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

Day 4: Aberdares to Samburu National Reserve

Crossing the Equator to Northern Kenya
Enjoy breakfast while watching the last nocturnal visitors to the waterhole. After checkout, depart the misty highlands and descend toward northern Kenya, crossing the equator at Nanyuki. The landscape transforms dramatically from lush green farmlands to semi-arid savannah dotted with acacia trees and red earth.
The drive to Samburu takes approximately 3-4 hours, arriving at your lodge in time for lunch. After settling in and resting during the heat of the day, head out for your first afternoon game drive in Samburu National Reserve.
Keep your eyes peeled for the famous "Samburu Special Five": the reticulated giraffe (with its striking geometric coat), Grevy's zebra (narrow stripes and large ears), Somali ostrich (blue-gray neck), Beisa oryx, and the gerenuk an antelope that stands on its hind legs to browse acacia leaves.
Return to your lodge as the sun sets over the red hills, with dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

Day 5: Full-Day in Samburu National Reserve

Rare Species & Rugged Beauty
Today offers two game drives to fully explore Samburu's wild landscapes. Start with an early morning game drive (around 6:30 AM) when predators are most active and temperatures are cool. The Ewaso Nyiro River attracts elephants, lions, leopards, and abundant birdlife, keep watch for crocodiles basking on the riverbanks.
Return to the lodge for a full breakfast and relaxation. Your lodge likely features a swimming pool overlooking the river, offering opportunities to spot wildlife while you rest.
After lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive exploring different areas of the reserve. Samburu's lower visitor numbers compared to southern parks mean a more intimate, off-the-beaten-path experience.
Return to your lodge as the sun paints the hills in shades of orange and red. Enjoy dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

Day 6: Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Conservation & Chimpanzees
After breakfast, depart Samburu and drive approximately 2-3 hours south to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a 90,000 acre private wildlife sanctuary located between the Aberdares and Mount Kenya. This is one of Kenya's most progressive conservation success stories, combining wildlife protection with community development. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunchlikely Sweetwaters Serena Tented Camp or similar, offering tented luxury with ensuite facilities and stunning views across the plains. After settling in, embark on an afternoon game drive within this private conservancy.
Ol Pejeta is home to the Big Five but is most famous for its rhino conservation work. You'll visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only place in Kenya where you can see chimpanzees rescued orphans from across Africa. Even more remarkable.
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Tented Camp / Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

Day 7: Ol Pejeta to Nairobi

Rise early for one last game drive in Ol Pejeta (6:30-9:30 AM) an excellent time to see predators and rhinos before the day heats up. Your guide will help you spot any wildlife you may have missed, and you can revisit the rhino sanctuary for final photographs.
Return to the camp for a leisurely breakfast, checking out afterward. Depart for Nairobi, a drive of approximately 3-4 hours south through the central highlands. You'll arrive in Nairobi by mid-afternoon and be dropped off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for onward travel.
This marks the end of your diverse and memorable midrange safari through Kenya's contrasting landscapes.
Final Experience: Morning game drive, rhino sightings, departure.
Meals: Breakfast

What's Included
  • Luxury accommodations
  • All meals
  • All game drives
  • Park fees
  • Professional guide
  • All transfers
  • Cultural visits
  • Bottled water
What's Excluded
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Drinks
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities

Per Person Pricing

The more people in your group, the less you pay per person!

Group SizePrice Per PersonTotal for Group
1 Guest$3,481.00$3,481.00
2 Guests$2,455.00$4,910.00
3 Guests$2,065.00$6,195.00
4 Guests$1,999.00$7,996.00
5 Guests$1,900.00$9,500.00
6+ Guests$1,840.00$11,040.00
* Children under 3 travel FREE. Children 4-12 years pay 50% of the adult rate.

Customer Reviews

5/5
Based on 2 reviews
Patricia Garcia Mar 15, 2024

Comprehensive and well-organized safari covering Kenya's highlights. Our guide Joseph was exceptional - his knowledge of wildlife behavior and birds was impressive. The logistics were seamless, and we never felt rushed. Worth every penny for the experience of a lifetime!

John Miller Feb 28, 2024

The 8-day grand tour was the trip of a lifetime! We covered so much ground and saw incredible diversity - from Samburu's unique species to the Mara's abundance. The accommodations were consistently excellent. Puercoespin Safaris knows how to create unforgettable experiences.

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Per Person Rates
1 Guest$3,481.00
2 Guests$2,455.00
3 Guests$2,065.00
4 Guests$1,999.00
5 Guests$1,900.00
6+ Guests$1,840.00 BEST
2 Guest(s) Rate: $2,455.00/person
Adults (x2)$0.00
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