7-Day Nairobi, Laikipia & Maasai Mara Safari Itinerary

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our customer service officer and transferred to your city hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax and recover from your journey, whether by enjoying the hotel’s amenities or simply unwinding in your room. In the evening, savor a unique culinary experience at the famous Carnivore Restaurant, where a welcome dinner introduces you to Nairobi’s vibrant dining scene.

Overnight at City Hotel

After an early breakfast at your Nairobi hotel, transfer to Wilson Airport for a scheduled light aircraft flight to Laikipia. On arrival, you’ll be met by your guide and transferred to the camp. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch at the lodge before setting out on an afternoon shared game drive across Laikipia’s vast conservancies. Depending on the camp, you may also join guided bush walks, camel treks, or cultural activities with local communities. As the sun sets over the dramatic landscapes of northern Kenya, return to camp for dinner and relaxation under the stars.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge/Camp

Spend a full day exploring the vast landscapes of Laikipia Conservancies. After breakfast at the camp, set out on shared game drives across the ranch, where you’ll encounter diverse wildlife including elephants, lions, Grevy’s zebras, and the elusive African wild dog.

In addition to traditional game viewing, Laikipia offers unique safari activities such as guided bush walks, camel treks, and visits to community conservancies for authentic cultural encounters. These experiences provide a deeper connection to the land and its people, making Laikipia one of Kenya’s most rewarding safari destinations.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge/Camp

Wake up to the sounds of the wild and enjoy a hearty breakfast at camp before setting out for another day of exploration in Laikipia. Today offers a chance to dive deeper into the region’s unique safari experiences.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge/Camp

After breakfast, bid farewell to Laikipia and transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The short flight offers breathtaking aerial views of Kenya’s diverse landscapes, from the rugged escarpments of Laikipia to the rolling savannahs of the Mara. Upon arrival at the Mara airstrip, you’ll be met by your safari guide and transferred to your luxury tented camp or lodge. After lunch and a brief rest, embark on an afternoon game drive across the Mara plains, where sightings of lions, elephants, giraffes, and cheetahs are common.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge/Camp

Rise early for a spectacular sunrise hot-air balloon safari over the sweeping plains of the Maasai Mara. As the sun paints the savannah in golden hues, watch herds of wildebeest, elephants, and giraffes from above an unforgettable perspective on Kenya’s wildlife. After landing, enjoy a champagne bush breakfast before setting out on a full-day game drive. With picnic lunch packed, explore deeper into the reserve, following the Mara River where crocodiles and hippos thrive, and scanning the grasslands for lions, cheetahs, and leopards.

In the late afternoon, return to camp for a cultural visit to a Maasai village. Engage with the Maasai people, learn about their traditions, and witness their vibrant dances.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge/Camp

Begin your final morning in the Maasai Mara with an optional early game drive, a last chance to spot predators on the hunt or herds grazing in the golden light of dawn. After breakfast at camp, bid farewell to the Mara and transfer to the Mara airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, connect to your onward international flight or extend your stay in Nairobi for shopping, cultural tours, or relaxation before departure.