7 Days / 6 Nights – Best of Kenya Safari - Sopa Lodges Collection
Highlights
Safari Overview
Experience the best of Kenya’s iconic wildlife destinations in this 7-day, 6-night safari with Polmans Holiday Tours. Start your journey with a flight to the Maasai Mara, home to the legendary Big Five, and continue through Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli National Park, enjoying breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and authentic cultural encounters. Stay at luxurious Sopa Lodges throughout the safari, combining comfort with prime game viewing opportunities. This adventure is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone seeking an unforgettable African safari experience.
Safari Highlights
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Big Five Encounters: Lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos in Maasai Mara and Amboseli.
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Birdwatcher’s Paradise: Flamingos and exotic birds at Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha.
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Scenic Landscapes: Iconic vistas of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Rift Valley.
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Cultural Experiences: Visits to Maasai villages and interaction with local communities.
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Comfortable Lodging: Stay at Sopa Lodges with stunning views and full board meals.
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Seamless Travel: Combination of domestic flights and private safari drives for convenience and time efficiency.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Maasai Mara
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Morning / Midday: Arrival at Maasai Mara Airstrip via scheduled flight from Nairobi.
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Transfer to Masai Mara Sopa Lodge game viewing enroute Lunch at your Lodge.
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Afternoon: Game drive in the Mara. See lions, elephants, cheetahs, and herds of zebra & wildebeest.
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Evening: Sunset views over the savannah.
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Lunch, Dinner & Overnight: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge.
Highlights: First wildlife encounters, Big Five, Mara landscapes.
Day 2 — Full Day in Maasai Mara
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Early Morning: Hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast.
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Morning Game Drive: Lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and more.
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Lunch: Hot lunch srved in the park.
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Afternoon Game Drive: Explore a different sector of the Mara; photograph wildlife and scenery.
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Optional Cultural Visit: Maasai village visit to learn about traditional life.
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Dinner & Overnight: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge.
Highlights: Big Five, optional balloon safari, Maasai cultural encounter.
Day 3 — Maasai Mara → Lake Nakuru
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Morning: Breakfast at lodge drive to lake nakuru national park approx 4 hrs drive.
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Midday: Lunch at your lodge
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Afternoon Game Drive: Explore Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for thousands of flamingos, rhinos, and diverse wildlife.
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Dinner & Overnight: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
Highlights: Flamingos, white rhinos, birdwatching, Rift Valley landscapes.
Day 4 — Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha
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Early Morning Game Drive: After breakfast check out, morning game viewing drive to catch early wildlife activity.
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Late Morning: Drive to Lake Naivasha (~2.5 hrs).
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Afternoon: Boat ride on Lake Naivasha to see hippos, fish eagles, and aquatic birds. Guided walk along the lakeshore.
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Evening: Free time or optional Hell’s Gate National Park hike/bike.
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Dinner & Overnight:Naivasha Sopa Lodge.
Highlights: Hippos, birdlife, Rift Valley scenery, optional Hell’s Gate adventure.
Day 5 — Lake Naivasha → Amboseli National Park
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Morning: Breakfast at lodge, Drive to amboseli
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Drive: Transfer to Amboseli National Park (4hrs). Scenic route through the Rift Valley escarpments.
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Afternoon Game Drive: Explore Amboseli, known for elephant herds and the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop.
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Lunch, Dinner & Overnight: Amboseli Sopa Lodge.
Highlights: Elephants, Kilimanjaro views, wide savannah plains.
Day 6 — Full Day in Amboseli
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Early Morning Game Drive: Capture wildlife at dawn with stunning light on Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Breakfast: Back at lodge.
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Midday / Lunch: Relax or optional photography sessions.
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Afternoon Game Drive: Look for lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo.
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Optional Cultural Visit: Maasai village nearby.
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Dinner & Overnight: Amboseli Sopa Lodge.
Highlights: Iconic Amboseli landscapes, photography opportunities, elephant herds, Maasai culture.
Day 7 — Amboseli → Nairobi / Departure
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Morning: Breakfast at lodge.
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Drive: Return to Nairobi (~4–5 hrs).
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Afternoon: Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or Nairobi hotel for onward travel.
Highlights: Farewell to Kenya’s wildlife and scenic landscapes.
What's Included
✔ Accommodation: 6 nights in Sopa Lodges with full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔ Transport: Domestic flight (Nairobi → Maasai Mara), 4×4 safari vehicle with driver/guide, park transfers
✔ Game Drives: Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli
✔ Park Fees: All national park and conservancy entry fees
✔ Activities: Hot-air balloon , Lake Naivasha boat ride & guided walk
✔ Airport Transfers: Arrival and departure in Nairobi
✔ Water: Bottled water during drives and transfers
✔ Safari Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide
What's Not Included
✖ International Flights: To/from Nairobi
✖ Travel Insurance: Comprehensive coverage recommended
✖ Visa Fees: Kenya eVisa or visa-on-arrival costs
✖ Personal Expenses: Laundry, tips, souvenirs, phone/internet
✖ Optional Activities:
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Maasai village visits (if not included in itinerary)
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Optional night drives (where available)
✖ Alcoholic Beverages & Soft Drinks not included at lodges unless specified
✖ Tips / Gratuities: For guides, drivers, and lodge staff
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