Amboseli, Crescent Island, Soysambu, Lake Nakuru, the Loita Hills and the Maasai Mara, paced for great light and great images.
This photography-focused safari is paced around early-morning and late-afternoon light in some of Kenya's most photogenic places. You start with elephants beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, walk among giraffes and zebras on Crescent Island in Lake Naivasha, explore the volcanic landscapes of Hell's Gate and Soysambu Conservancy at Lake Elementaita, and photograph rhinos and flamingos at Lake Nakuru. After a cultural stay at Maji Moto Eco Camp in the Loita Hills, you finish with three nights in the Maasai Mara for big cats and, in season, the migration.
Ideal for: Photographers and wildlife enthusiasts of all levels who want varied subjects, good light and time in each location.
After a briefing, drive to Amboseli National Park, famous for its free-ranging elephants and views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrive for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Meals and overnight at Kilima Safari Camp (L, D).
Morning and afternoon game drives timed for the best light, with a relaxed midday at camp. Meals and overnight at Kilima Safari Camp (B, L, D).
Drive to Lake Naivasha for lunch, then take a boat to Crescent Island for a guided walk among wildebeest, waterbuck, zebras and gazelles, with superb birdlife such as pelicans, cormorants and fish eagles. All meals and overnight at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge (B, L, D).
Walk in Hell's Gate, then continue to Lake Elementaita in the Soysambu Conservancy, a sanctuary for Rothschild's giraffes, colobus monkeys, caracals and jackals amid volcanic hills and acacia woodland. All meals and overnight at Sentrim Elementaita Camp (B, L, D).
Travel to Lake Nakuru, with lunch en route, for an afternoon game drive among flamingos, black and white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, lions and leopards. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge (B, L, D).
Drive to Maji Moto Eco Camp in the Loita Hills for lunch, then join nature walks and Maasai cultural activities such as warrior training and fire making. Please ask permission before photographing people. Dinner and overnight at the camp (B, L, D).
Continue to the Maasai Mara for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive in search of the Big Five and black-maned lions. Dinner and overnight at Mara Bush Camp (B, L, D).
Two full days of morning and afternoon game drives focused on big cats, river scenes and, in season, the migration herds. All meals and overnights at Mara Bush Camp (B, L, D).
A last early-morning game drive, then breakfast and the drive back to Nairobi (B).
Accommodation: Kilima Safari Camp (2 nights), Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge (1 night), Sentrim Elementaita Camp (1 night), Lake Nakuru Lodge (1 night), Maji Moto Eco Camp (1 night) and Mara Bush Camp (3 nights), or similar.
| NUMBER OF PAX | 02 | 04 | 06 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIGH/STANDARD LEVEL ACCOMMODATION | |||
| PEAK SEASON- 01 Jul-30 Oct 23 | $5540 | $4800 | $4550 |
| HIGH SEASON | $5040 | $4295 | $4040 |
| LOW SEASON | $4250 | $3575 | $3350 |
Rates are per person sharing, by group size, season and accommodation level. SRS = single room supplement. Prices are a guide and are confirmed at the time of booking.
This safari runs year-round. The Great Migration is usually in the Maasai Mara from July to October, while the dry months of January to February and June to October offer easy game viewing.
Our prices are based on a private safari vehicle for your group, with your own driver-guide. Shared departures may be possible on request.
A 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing and photography.
Yes. We can adjust the travel dates, length, destinations, pace and activities to suit you.
Yes. We can quote for upgraded lodges and tented camps, subject to availability on your dates.
Yes. We can add domestic flights, a Kenyan coast or Zanzibar beach stay, or extra safari days before or after this itinerary.
Lightweight neutral-coloured clothing, warm layers for early mornings, comfortable shoes, a sun hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars and a camera. See our Safari Travel Information page for a full checklist.
Tell us your travel dates and group size and our safari team will send a personalised quote. Every itinerary can be customised.