9 Days / 8 Nights Kenya Grand Safari

Upon arrival at Moi International Airport, you are warmly welcomed by a Polmans Holiday representative. A private transfer takes you to your beachside resort where the Indian Ocean breeze sets the tone for your adventure.

Spend the afternoon relaxing by the ocean or exploring Mombasa’s historic charm. Optional excursions include Fort Jesus, Old Town’s Swahili architecture, and Haller Park wildlife sanctuary.

Accommodation: Voyager Beach Resort / Serena Beach Resort / Similar
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

After breakfast, depart inland toward Tsavo East — Kenya’s oldest and largest national park. Enter through Bachuma Gate and immediately begin your first safari experience.

Tsavo East is famous for its red-dust elephants, vast open plains, and the Galana River ecosystem. Wildlife sightings may include lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and numerous antelope species.

Afternoon game drive explores Aruba Dam, a wildlife hotspot attracting animals throughout the day.

Accommodation: Ashnil Aruba Lodge / Voi Safari Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Morning game drive before crossing into Tsavo West, a park of volcanic hills, lava flows, and dramatic scenery.

Visit the legendary Mzima Springs, where crystal-clear waters emerge from underground streams flowing from Kilimanjaro. Hippos and crocodiles can be viewed through underwater observation chambers — a rare safari highlight.

Tsavo West is known for elusive leopards, black rhinos, and birdlife.

Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge / Ngulia Safari Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Drive north through the Chyulu Hills corridor toward Amboseli. The landscape transforms into dusty plains framed by Africa’s highest peak — Mount Kilimanjaro.

Arrive for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is globally famous for its elephant population, often photographed with Kilimanjaro rising in the background.

Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge / Ol Tukai Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

A full day dedicated to wildlife exploration. Morning light offers the clearest views of Kilimanjaro and active wildlife movement.

Amboseli’s marshlands support large herds of elephants, hippos, lions, hyenas, wildebeest, and over 400 bird species.

Optional visit to a Maasai village introduces traditional culture, beadwork, and community life.

Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge / Ol Tukai Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, journey toward the Rift Valley escarpment, crossing Kenya’s highlands. Scenic viewpoints provide sweeping panoramas of the valley floor.

Lake Elementaita is a peaceful soda lake recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The area attracts flamingos, pelicans, and migratory birds. Afternoon at leisure to relax or enjoy guided nature walks.

Accommodation: Sentrim Elementaita Lodge / Lake Elementaita Serena Camp / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Morning visit to Lake Nakuru National Park — one of Africa’s best rhino sanctuaries. The park protects both black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, and large bird populations.

After a game drive, continue toward the Maasai Mara, arriving in the evening as the savannah stretches endlessly before you.

Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

A full day in Africa’s most celebrated safari destination. The Maasai Mara offers unmatched predator sightings and seasonal wildebeest migration crossings.

Game drives follow wildlife across rolling grasslands and riverbanks. Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise provides aerial views of the Mara followed by champagne breakfast.

Cultural village visits reveal Maasai traditions and pastoral life.

Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Final sunrise game drive before breakfast. Depart for Nairobi with scenic Rift Valley stops.

Arrive in the afternoon for airport transfer or hotel drop-off — marking the end of an extraordinary safari.

Meal Plan: Breakfast