The Great Migration is a natural event with herds typically in the Maasai Mara from August to early November. Movements and river crossings of migrating herds can be challenging to predict year to year. When possible, we’ll modify game viewing when advised of reported sightings. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
Itinerary
Day 1 ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA
Your Small Group Discovery tour begins!Welcome to Nairobi, gateway to your dream safari. Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.NAIROBI-CITY-CENTER.jpg
Day 2 NAIROBI
Conservation MattersGuided sightseeing starts with a morning game drive in Nairobi National Park. Continue to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to learn about and witness elephant conservation in action. Visit the Karen Blixen Museum, dedicated to the Danish baroness and author of the 1937 autobiography Out of Africa (later, an Academy Award winning film) illustrating her time living and operating a coffee farm in Kenya. After lunch at the gardens, a visit to the 
Giraffe Centre is followed by free time this evening. LOCAL FAVORITEWILDLIFE WARRIORS The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, founded by Dame Daphne Sheldrick. Learn about elephant conservation and meet elephant calves, orphaned by poachers, before they are re-introduced to the wild. View the elephant calves from a distance during their feeding time. Also visit the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi—a non-profit organization operated by the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife, focused on saving the Rothschild giraffe. During a visit to this remarkable sanctuary, learn about this giraffe sub-species, meet them up close and feed them. Get closer to these regal beauties on the feeding platform, and you may just get a kiss!NAIROBI-SHELDRICK.jpg
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Day 3 NAIROBI–SHABA NATIONAL RESERVE
Shaba SpecialDrive north out of the city to Shaba National Reserve, home to the “Special 5,” a collection of unique animals, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, beisa oryx, and gerenuk. Start your safari adventure with an afternoon game drive. Your visit contributes to Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund, aimed at recovering the lion population in Africa after more than half have been lost over the past 25 years. Enjoy a 2-night stay at the Sarova Shaba Game Lodge, nestled within the tranquail oasis of the National Reserve.TOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Listen for a symphony of bird calls at the Shaba National Reserve. More than 350 recorded species including the vibrant vulturine guinea fowl and gray crowned crane reside in Shaba. Look low for the Kori bustard, the largest flying bird native to Africa.SHABA-GREVYS-ZEBRA.jpg
Day 4 SHABA
Arid AwakeningMorning and afternoon game drives plus free time at your lodge. Due to the dry climate, the grasses are sparse, making animals easier to spot. The Ewaso Ng’iro River borders the reserve, providing a year-round water supply. These two factors make for a great game viewing experience! Visit a Samburu Village to learn about their customs, attire, dance, and daily life. The Samburu are closely related to the Maasai but have distinct customs, language, and dress. Sundowner drinks in the bush are served prior to returning to your lodge for dinner. TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE This evening, enjoy the legendary tradition of safaris with a memorable happy hour in the bush, complete with sunset views over the Ewaso Ng’iro River!LAKE-MANYARA-SUNDOWNER.jpg
Day 5 SHABA–OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY
Wonderful Weavers & Wildlife Sanctuaries Depart for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the largest rhino sanctuary in East Africa, and home to the last two northern white rhinos and over 165 critically endangered black rhinos. En route, stop at Nanyuki Spinners and Weavers, a project aimed at building sustainable livelihoods for local women through social and economic activities. After lunch, visit the Sweetwaters Chimp Sanctuary, then set out for an afternoon game drive. LOCAL FAVORITESMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Learn more about the plight of chimpanzees and the great work being done for their welfare during a visit to Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. In partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service and the Jane Goodall Institute, the sanctuary offers a long-term home to orphaned and abused chimpanzees—a moving example of wildlife conservation for future generations. For the welfare of the chimps who call the sanctuary home, our small group visits are broken into groups of six, also affording a more personal visit for our guests.ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT INTO THE WILD A guest favorite, Sweetwaters Serena Camp is in the heart of the conservancy with magnificent views of Mount Kenya. Globus guests enjoy tents situated directly in front of the floodlit waterhole where wildlife comes to drink day and night from a vantage point directly from your private verandah!WEAVER.jpg
Day 6 OL PEJETA–LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Natural HighsMorning game drive in Ol Pejeta. Then, journey through the beautiful Kenyan highlands, one of the most fertile agricultural areas in all of Africa. Stop at the dramatic Nyahururu Falls before continuing to Lake Nakuru National Park. Settle into your lodge prior to dinner and gaze at the lush landscape from your private patio or open-air lounge.KENYAN-HIGHLANDS.jpg
Day 7 LAKE NAKURU
At the Water’s EdgeYour morning game drive includes an exclusive bush breakfast at Baboon Cliffs. Keep your eyes out for giraffe, impala, flamingo, striped hyena, and a variety of birdlife along the water’s edge. Free time at your lodge before an afternoon game drive. LOCAL FAVORITEBREAKFAST IN THE BUSH As part of your morning game drive, you’ll be treated to this time-honored safari experience in Africa’s unmatched landscapes, reminiscent of Africa’s early explorers. Sip mimosas as you revel in this memorable experience in the wild.LAKE-NAKURU-IMPALA.jpg
Day 8 LAKE NAKURU–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Jewel of KenyaThis morning, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. “The Mara,” as it is called by locals, is part of the Serengeti ecosystem and boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, typically from August to early November, their population grows by almost 2 million, providing a bountiful food source for predators such as lions, cheetah, leopard, and hyena. After lunch at your lodge, set out on an afternoon game drive.MAASAI-MARA-CHEETA.jpg
Day 9 MAASAI MARA
Magical MaraMorning and afternoon game drives plus free time to relax at your camp. Be sure to watch for elephant, rhino, giraffe, topi, hyena, and much more. Tonight, a farewell dinner in the bush features a traditional Maasai dance performance.LOCAL FAVORITECULTURAL GEMS The Maasai people bring a history of rich culture tied to this wilderness known as the Cradle of Life. Your special farewell dinner in the bush includes a traditional Maasai dance performance celebrating an ancient culture amid the majestic wildlife who find sanctuary here. The perfect ending to a spectacular safari adventure!MAASAI-MARA-WILDEBEESTS.jpg
Day 10 MAASAI MARA–AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
In the Shadows of “Kili” After breakfast, fly to Amboseli National Park (via Nairobi) where you will be met by a Globus representative. Arrive in Amboseli, known for spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro or “Kili” as the locals call it – the highest mountain in Africa. Embark on an afternoon game drive before settling in at your lodge. Please note: the Tour Director does not accompany guests on extensions. Guided service is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.TOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC SIGHTS While exploring Amboseli National Park, witness the commanding presence of Africa’s highest mountain. A dormant volcano, Mount Kilimanjaro stands high above the plains, offering majestic views above all those it surveys. AMBOSELI-MOUNT-KILLIMANJARO.jpg
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Day 11 AMBOSELI
Adventure in Amboseli Guided morning and afternoon game drives today in Amboseli National Park. The mighty African elephant is a consistent star in the wildlife show, and you may also spot Cape buffalo, zebra, wild dogs, and more. LOCAL FAVORITE NATURAL WONDERS Two clear springs in the park are replenished by volcanic-rock filtered water from Mount Kilimanjaro’s ice caps, creating watering holes for a variety of animals including the large herds of resident African elephants. AMBOSELI-MOUNT-KILIMANJARO-ELEPHANTS.jpg
Day 12 AMBOSELI–NAIROBI
Return to Nairobi where a day room is reserved at the Nairobi Serena Hotel for your convenience. Schedule departing flights after 5 pm.NAIROBI-SUNSET.jpg
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