CHEETAH SAFARI
CHEETAH SAFARI
Travel period: 22 January - 14 June 2025
An extremely popular 7-day safari filled with adventure and magnificent wildlife, as well as diverse and stunning landscapes from rolling hills and mountains to dry desert and lush savannahs.
An extremely popular 7-day safari filled with adventure and magnificent wildlife, as well as diverse and stunning landscapes from rolling hills and mountains to dry desert and lush savannahs.
This itinerary presents some of the absolute highlights of Kenya. Start your adventure in the picturesque Aberdares Range where you will stay in a amazing and unique lodge on the slopes of Mwega Hill. Next you will head to Samburu, which is home to some of the most unique wildlife in Kenya and a host of birds, the accommodation is spread out along the shady banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River. After another night in the Aberdares, you will vist Lake Naivasha. The last stop on your safari tour is the Masai Mara, famed for its vast numbers of plains game and the spectacular big cats. You will stay in a stunning camp, which offers an unrivalled position for wildlife spotting, and is close to the action during the annual wildebeest migration.
Please note: Ashnil Mara is closed for renovation from 1 March to 14 June 2025. Alternative camps will be provided.
Day 1 - Aberdares
Met on arrival at Nairobi Airport and transferred to the Eka Hotel to freshen up before departing for the Aberdares (180 km). Arrive at the charming Aberdare Country Club in time for lunch and proceed to the Ark. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the deck overlooking the waterhole.
Overnight : Ark Lodge
Meals : Lunch and Dinner
Overnight : Ark Lodge
Meals : Lunch and Dinner
Day 2 - Samburu
Drive north across the equator to the Samburu National Reserve (190 km). Arrive at your camp and enjoy lunch and settle in before heading out again for a late afternoon game drive.
Overnight : Ashnil Samburu Camp
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight : Ashnil Samburu Camp
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 - Samburu
Morning and late afternoon game drives in this open savannah which is traversed by the Ewaso Nyiro River. The river is populated by hippos and crocodiles, whilst the park is home to a host of animals including several species which are rarely seen in numbers elsewhere, including Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffes and long-necked gerenuks.
Overnight : Ashnil Samburu Camp
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight : Ashnil Samburu Camp
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4 - Aberdares
Depart after breakfast and travel to the Aberdares (190 kms) and the Aberdare Country Club. After lunch enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Solio Game Reserve, a wildlife conservancy which plays a major role in the protection of black rhinos.
Overnight : Aberdare Country Club
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight : Aberdare Country Club
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5 - Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, descend into the Great Rift Valley and continue to Lake Naivasha (200 km). Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch followed by afternoon boat ride on the Lake.
Overnight : Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight : Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6 - Masai Mara
See what animals you can spot during your drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve (320 km). Arrive in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive.
Overnight : Ashnil Mara Camp
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight : Ashnil Mara Camp
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7 - Masai Mara
Today enjoy an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the camp.
Then head back out after lunch to explore more of the majestic Mara's wealth of wildlife.
Alternate option for this day (extra payable in advance):
Take an early morning balloon flight over the Mara followed by a 'bubbly' bush breakfast then enjoy a game drive before heading back to camp for a delicious hot lunch.
Overnight : Ashnil Mara Camp
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Then head back out after lunch to explore more of the majestic Mara's wealth of wildlife.
Alternate option for this day (extra payable in advance):
Take an early morning balloon flight over the Mara followed by a 'bubbly' bush breakfast then enjoy a game drive before heading back to camp for a delicious hot lunch.
Overnight : Ashnil Mara Camp
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8 - Depart
After breakfast, return to Nairobi by road (300 km), or fly from the Masai Mara to Nairobi: morning flight (price on request); lunch in the Masai Mara and afternoon flight (price on request).
Meals : Breakfast
Meals : Breakfast
Alternatively, fly directly from the Masai Mara to Mombasa, including lunch in the Masai Mara (price on request).
Light aircraft baggage allowance - 15 kg.
Light aircraft baggage allowance - 15 kg.
Please Note
Please note: Ashnil Mara is closed for renovation from 1 March to 14 June 2025. Alternative camps will be provided.
Due to operational reasons, both accommodations and the itinerary may be subject to change.
Optional activities available in Masai Mara:
- On day 7 why not forgo the early morning game drive and take an early morning balloon flight over the Mara, followed by a 'bubbly' bush breakfast (optional extra).
- Extend your holiday to a hotel on the Kenyan Coast of Mombasa or to one of the fabulous Zanzibar beach hotels, for a relaxing end to this safari.
