15 Days Kenya Migration Safari

Your 15 Days Kenya Migration Safari begins upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. A representative from Safari Trips to Kenya will welcome you and arrange your transfer to the selected hotel.

Depending on your arrival time, you may spend the afternoon relaxing or enjoying optional sightseeing. Nairobi offers several interesting attractions, including the Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum and Nairobi National Park.

During the evening, your safari representative will discuss the planned route, accommodation arrangements and expected travel times. The migration's location depends on seasonal conditions, so it is important to understand that wildlife movements may influence the areas explored later in the journey.

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel north towards Samburu National Reserve. The journey passes through Kenya's central highlands before descending into the drier landscapes of the north.

The changing scenery is an important part of the experience. Agricultural highlands gradually give way to open savannah, rocky hills and acacia woodland.

Arrive at your lodge or tented camp and enjoy lunch before an afternoon game drive if timing permits.

Samburu is known for wildlife species particularly associated with northern Kenya, including Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and Somali ostrich.

Accommodation: Samburu lodge or tented camp

Wake early for a morning game drive in Samburu National Reserve. The reserve supports elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes and numerous antelope species.

One of its main attractions is the group of animals commonly known as the Samburu Special Five. These species are particularly associated with northern Kenya's semi-arid habitats and provide a different wildlife experience from the Masai Mara.

The Ewaso Ng'iro River is an important feature of the ecosystem, supporting riverine vegetation and providing water for wildlife.

Return to the lodge for lunch before another afternoon game drive. Your guide will explore suitable habitats and explain how animals adapt to the region's relatively dry environment.

Accommodation: Samburu lodge or tented camp

After breakfast, depart Samburu and travel south towards Ol Pejeta Conservancy, located in the Laikipia region near Mount Kenya.

Ol Pejeta is internationally recognised for its rhinoceros conservation programmes. The conservancy supports black and white rhinos and plays an important role in efforts to protect endangered wildlife.

Arrive at your lodge and enjoy lunch before an afternoon game drive.

Your guide will explain the differences between black and white rhinos, the challenges of wildlife conservation and the importance of protected habitats.

Accommodation: Ol Pejeta or Laikipia lodge

Spend the day exploring Ol Pejeta Conservancy, one of Kenya's important wildlife conservation areas.

The conservancy supports elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, lions, leopards and numerous other species. Sightings depend on animal movements and cannot be guaranteed.

A morning game drive provides opportunities to search for wildlife in the conservancy's grasslands and woodland habitats.

Depending on the activities included in your package, additional conservation-related experiences may be available, subject to advance arrangements and applicable fees.

Return to the lodge for lunch before another afternoon game drive.

Accommodation: Ol Pejeta or Laikipia lodge

After breakfast, depart Ol Pejeta and travel towards Lake Nakuru National Park.

The route passes through central Kenya and parts of the Great Rift Valley, providing opportunities to appreciate the country's varied landscapes.

Lake Nakuru is known for its rhinoceros populations, woodland habitats and birdlife. The park supports black and white rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, waterbucks and numerous birds.

After arrival, enjoy lunch and an afternoon game drive.

The lake was historically famous for enormous flamingo gatherings, although numbers fluctuate according to water levels and ecological conditions.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru safari lodge

After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and travel to Lake Naivasha, one of the Great Rift Valley's important freshwater lakes.

The relatively short journey allows time for a guided boat excursion after arrival.

Lake Naivasha supports hippos and numerous waterbirds, including African fish eagles, pelicans, cormorants, herons and kingfishers.

During the boat safari, your guide will explain the lake's ecology and the importance of freshwater habitats.

An optional visit to Crescent Island Game Sanctuary may be arranged for travellers interested in a guided walking experience.

Accommodation: Lake Naivasha lodge

After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and travel towards Amboseli National Park, passing through or around Nairobi.

This is a longer transfer day, but the route introduces travellers to changing landscapes as the journey continues towards southern Kenya.

Arrive at your selected lodge or tented camp and enjoy lunch or dinner according to the arrival time.

Depending on road conditions and the final schedule, there may be an opportunity for a short introductory game drive.

Accommodation: Amboseli lodge or tented camp

Wake early for a morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya's most famous elephant habitats.

Large elephant families may be observed moving across the plains, feeding in wetlands or interacting with younger animals.

On clear mornings, Mount Kilimanjaro provides a spectacular backdrop, although visibility depends on weather conditions.

The park also supports buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, hippos and numerous bird species.

Return to your lodge for lunch before another afternoon game drive.

Accommodation: Amboseli lodge or tented camp

After breakfast, enjoy a final opportunity to appreciate the Amboseli landscape before departing for Nairobi.

The journey normally takes approximately four to five hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Arrive at your Nairobi hotel and spend the afternoon relaxing. This overnight stop helps break up what would otherwise be a very long road journey between Amboseli and the Masai Mara.

Travellers may enjoy optional sightseeing or simply prepare for the migration-focused section of the safari.

Accommodation: Nairobi hotel

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel towards the Masai Mara National Reserve.

The route passes through the Great Rift Valley and the town of Narok before continuing across the Maasai countryside.

Arrive at your lodge or tented camp and enjoy lunch before an afternoon game drive if time permits.

The Masai Mara is famous for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes and the seasonal movement of wildebeest.

During the main migration season, large herds may be present across the reserve.

Accommodation: Masai Mara lodge or tented camp

Wake early for a full day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve.

During the main migration months, generally July through October, large herds of wildebeest and zebras may be present in the reserve.

Your guide will assess current wildlife movements and select appropriate viewing areas.

The migration is influenced by rainfall and grazing conditions, so exact herd locations cannot be guaranteed.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at an authorised location before continuing the afternoon game drive.

Accommodation: Masai Mara lodge or tented camp

After breakfast, continue exploring the Masai Mara, with particular attention to areas associated with the Mara River where accessible.

The river is internationally famous for dramatic wildebeest crossings, but these events are unpredictable.

Even during the main migration season, herds may gather near the river without crossing.

Your guide will also search for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants and other wildlife.

Spend the day observing wildlife behaviour and photographing the reserve's beautiful landscapes.

Accommodation: Masai Mara lodge or tented camp

Your final full day in the Masai Mara provides another opportunity to explore the reserve.

An optional hot air balloon safari may be arranged at additional cost, subject to weather conditions and availability.

Travellers remaining on the ground can enjoy an early morning game drive, concentrating on wildlife areas not previously visited.

The afternoon may be spent exploring additional habitats or relaxing at the lodge.

The extended stay in the Masai Mara is one of the principal strengths of this 15 Days Kenya Migration Safari.

Accommodation: Masai Mara lodge or tented camp

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and travel back to Nairobi.

The road journey generally takes approximately five to six hours or longer, depending on traffic and accommodation location.

Upon arrival, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or another agreed location.

Your 15 Days Kenya Migration Safari concludes with memories of northern Kenya's distinctive wildlife, rhino conservation areas, Amboseli's elephants and the extraordinary Masai Mara.