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12days Best Of Kenya Big Five Wildlife Safari

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Nairobi, Kenya
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About this activity

Spend 12 days traversing Kenya's most iconic wildlife reserves in search of the Big Five across Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate, and Masai Mara. This comprehensive safari combines game drives, walking safaris, and cultural experiences with stays in comfortable mid-range lodges positioned for both wildlife viewing and adventure activities.

This is a 12 day Kenya safari covering some of the best known safari parks in Kenya with possibility of seeing all Big five. Transportation between the parks is by road using a customized safari van or Safari Jeep. The adventure safari visits Samburu Game Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Aberdare National park, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Hell’s Gate and and Masai Mara. Accommodation is in Standard Lodges and camps, located places where adventure activities like hiking, nature walks, village visits are permitted and possible then drop you off to the airport at the end of Safari.

Highlights

  • ✓Search for lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino across seven distinct ecosystems
  • ✓Game drives in Masai Mara during peak wildlife concentration
  • ✓Guided nature walks and hiking in Aberdare National Park and Hell's Gate
  • ✓Visit local Maasai villages and interact with communities
  • ✓Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha birdwatching opportunities
  • ✓All-terrain safari van and Jeep transport between parks

Insider tips

  • ★Early morning and late afternoon game drives yield the best wildlife sightings—request these times when booking
  • ★Bring lightweight layers; highland parks like Aberdare are significantly cooler than lowland reserves
  • ★The Masai village visits are most authentic when booked directly with guides rather than as add-ons
  • ★Hell's Gate offers optional walking safaris on foot—a rare chance to experience wildlife at close range with trained guides

Good to know

  • •Accommodation is in standard lodges and camps; luxury resorts are not included at this price point
  • •Road transfers between parks take 4–8 hours depending on destination; some days are travel-heavy
  • •Airport transfers to/from Nairobi are included at tour start and end
  • •Hiking and nature walk activities are available at most stops; physical fitness level varies by park
  • •Most lodges lack high-speed Wi-Fi; plan accordingly if connectivity is essential

Who it's for

First-time safari-goers wanting comprehensive Big Five coverageWildlife photographers and birdwatchersAdventure travellers interested in hiking, nature walks, and cultural interactionCouples and small groups seeking immersive mid-range safari experiences

Best time to visit

June to October and January to February offer the best wildlife visibility due to dry conditions and concentrated animal movements. Avoid April–May (long rains) when roads become difficult and animal dispersal reduces sighting odds. December–March brings migrating birds and is warmer at higher elevations.

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