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14 Days Kenya Grand Adventure Safari
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14 Days Kenya Grand Adventure Safari

A 14-day Kenya safari linking Samburu, Ol Pejeta, the Rift Valley lakes, Amboseli and the Masai Mara for a broad wildlife and conservation journey.

14 Days / 13 Nights Private or small-group arrangements; larger groups on request Starts Nairobi From USD 5,500

Safari overview

About this journey

A deeper Kenya safari across contrasting ecosystems

This 14-day journey is designed for travellers who want more than a short Big Five circuit. The route moves from Nairobi into northern Kenya and Samburu, continues through the conservation landscape of Ol Pejeta and the Rift Valley, then turns south through Amboseli before finishing with several days in the Masai Mara.

The longer duration gives each major region enough time to feel distinct. Samburu introduces dry-country wildlife and northern landscapes; Ol Pejeta adds conservation context; Nakuru and Naivasha bring lakes and birdlife; Amboseli is known for elephants and, when skies are clear, Kilimanjaro views; and the Mara provides expansive savannah game viewing.

Designed for travellers who value time in the field

Rather than treating every park as a one-night stop, this itinerary uses repeated nights in key areas. Exact lodge choices, optional flights, cultural visits and activity times are confirmed for your travel dates and preferred comfort level.

The story of this journey

This long Kenya journey is less about collecting park names and more about watching the country change around you. Dry northern landscapes, central highlands, Rift Valley country, Amboseli and the Mara each bring a different scale, climate and wildlife setting.

The route suits travellers who want a broad introduction to Kenya and prefer several distinct chapters over a short safari concentrated in one ecosystem.

Why this trip

Journey Highlights

01

Explore 6 top Kenya safari destinations

02

Samburu rare wildlife experience

03

Rhino conservation at Ol Pejeta

04

Flamingos & rhinos at Lake Nakuru

05

Boat safari at Lake Naivasha

06

Amboseli elephants with Kilimanjaro views

07

Big Five safari in Masai Mara

Day by day

Detailed Itinerary

DAY01

Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Kenya

Arrive in Nairobi, meet your AfroEast representative and transfer to your hotel. The day is kept light for recovery, a safari briefing and confirmation of the road ahead.

AreaNairobiMealsMeals depend on arrival timeStayNairobi hotel
Accommodation

Nairobi hotel

Exact hotel is confirmed with the quotation.

DAY02

Nairobi to Samburu – Into Northern Kenya

Travel north toward Samburu, watching the scenery become drier and more dramatic. After arrival and check-in, take an introductory game drive if time and conditions allow.

AreaSamburuMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStaySamburu-area lodge / camp
Accommodation

Samburu-area lodge / camp

Property selected for practical access to Samburu wildlife areas.

DAY03

Samburu – Full-Day Wildlife Exploration

Spend the day exploring Samburu with morning and afternoon game-viewing periods. The northern ecosystem is known for species adapted to drier country, including Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe, alongside elephants and predators.

AreaSamburuMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStaySamburu-area lodge / camp
Accommodation

Samburu-area lodge / camp

Second night avoids rushing the northern safari experience.

DAY04

Samburu – Second Safari Day

A second full safari day lets your guide vary routes and respond to recent wildlife movement rather than repeating the same tracks. Enjoy the contrasting riverine and semi-arid habitats at a measured pace.

AreaSamburuMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStaySamburu-area lodge / camp
Accommodation

Samburu-area lodge / camp

Final Samburu night before travelling south.

DAY05

Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Travel south to the Ol Pejeta area and begin exploring a landscape strongly associated with wildlife conservation. The final activity schedule depends on arrival time and the confirmed lodge location.

AreaOl Pejeta ConservancyMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStayOl Pejeta / Nanyuki-area lodge
Accommodation

Ol Pejeta / Nanyuki-area lodge

Exact property depends on selected safari category.

DAY06

Ol Pejeta – Conservation & Game Viewing

Dedicate the day to game viewing and conservation-focused experiences in the Ol Pejeta ecosystem. Your confirmed program will specify included visits and any activities that require separate arrangements.

AreaOl Pejeta ConservancyMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStayOl Pejeta / Nanyuki-area lodge
Accommodation

Ol Pejeta / Nanyuki-area lodge

Second night provides a fuller conservation experience.

DAY07

Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru

Continue into the Rift Valley toward Lake Nakuru. After arrival, explore the park as timing permits, looking for rhinos, buffalo, giraffes and varied birdlife around the lake and surrounding habitats.

AreaLake Nakuru National ParkMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStayLake Nakuru-area lodge
Accommodation

Lake Nakuru-area lodge

Accommodation selected for convenient park access.

DAY08

Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha

Enjoy a final Nakuru wildlife period before continuing to Lake Naivasha. A boat experience can be scheduled on the lake, with activity details dependent on weather, water conditions and the final booking.

AreaLake NaivashaMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStayLake Naivasha lodge
Accommodation

Lake Naivasha lodge

Lakeside or nearby accommodation according to availability.

DAY09

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli

Travel south toward Amboseli National Park. After check-in, enjoy a game drive if timing allows, with the possibility of Kilimanjaro views when weather and cloud conditions cooperate.

AreaAmboseli National ParkMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStayAmboseli-area lodge / camp
amboseli accomodation
Accommodation

Amboseli-area lodge / camp

Safari accommodation selected for Amboseli game-drive access.

DAY10

Amboseli – Elephants & Open Plains

Spend a full day in Amboseli with game drives timed around wildlife activity and light. The park is especially associated with elephants, wetlands and broad views across the plains.

AreaAmboseli National ParkMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStayAmboseli-area lodge / camp
Accommodation

Amboseli-area lodge / camp

Second night keeps the pace comfortable.

DAY11

Amboseli to Masai Mara

Continue toward the Masai Mara by the transfer method confirmed in your quotation. Because this is a significant travel leg, the exact timing depends on whether the final itinerary uses road or an optional air connection.

AreaMasai MaraMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStayMasai Mara lodge / tented camp
Accommodation

Masai Mara lodge / tented camp

Camp or lodge location affects daily game-drive logistics.

DAY12

Masai Mara – Full-Day Safari

Explore the Mara’s open savannah on a full safari day. Your guide adjusts routes to current wildlife movement and seasonal conditions, with opportunities to look for big cats, elephants, buffalo and other plains wildlife.

AreaMasai MaraMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStayMasai Mara lodge / tented camp
Accommodation

Masai Mara lodge / tented camp

Stay in the same camp to maximise field time.

DAY13

Masai Mara – Second Full Safari Day

A second full day provides time to explore a different sector of the ecosystem and improves the experience for photographers and travellers who prefer not to rush. Seasonal migration viewing is never guaranteed and depends on natural herd movement.

AreaMasai MaraMealsBreakfast, lunch and dinnerStayMasai Mara lodge / tented camp
Accommodation

Masai Mara lodge / tented camp

Final safari night in the Mara.

DAY14

Masai Mara to Nairobi – Departure

After breakfast, begin the return to Nairobi by the transfer arrangement in your confirmed itinerary. Continue to your hotel or airport according to your onward travel schedule.

AreaNairobiMealsBreakfast; other meals depend on departure timing

Know before you go

More About This Journey

Why this 14-day route works

The itinerary deliberately links northern dry-country wildlife, conservation areas, Rift Valley lakes and southern savannahs. Multiple nights in Samburu, Amboseli and the Mara reduce the feeling of constantly packing and moving.

Amboseli safari in Kenya

Accommodation and transfer planning

The safari can be quoted with midrange or luxury lodges and tented camps. Exact properties and the long Amboseli–Mara transfer method are confirmed before booking so the itinerary, price and travel time remain realistic.

A journey built on changing landscapes

The memorable part of this itinerary is the accumulation of contrasts. By the time the journey reaches its later safari regions, the traveller has already seen how Kenya changes across distance rather than experiencing each reserve as an isolated stop.

Covered in your package

Included

  • All park entry fees
  • Accommodation in lodges and camps
  • All meals during safari
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Professional safari guide
  • Game drives as per itinerary
  • Boat safari at Lake Naivasha
  • Cultural visits (optional Maasai village)
  • Airport transfers

Plan separately

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Optional activities
  • Personal expenses

Before you book

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a 14-day Kenya safari?

The longer duration allows several ecosystems to be experienced at a slower pace, including Samburu, Ol Pejeta, the Rift Valley, Amboseli and Masai Mara.

Is the Great Migration guaranteed in Masai Mara?

No. Migration timing and herd locations are natural and vary by season and rainfall. The Mara remains a major wildlife destination outside migration periods as well.

Will I see the Big Five?

The route visits strong Big Five habitats, but wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. Your guide plans game drives around current conditions and recent movement.

Is the safari private?

The package can be arranged privately or for a small group. The final quotation confirms the vehicle and group arrangement for your party.

Can I fly between some destinations?

Yes, selected long transfers may be replaced by scheduled or charter flights where available. Any flight used should be clearly shown in your final quotation.

Can accommodation be upgraded?

Yes. Lodge and tented-camp category can be tailored to your budget and preferred comfort level, subject to availability.

Make it yours

Tailor this journey to you

Share your dates, group size, accommodation preference and any accessibility or activity requirements. AfroEast can adjust the route around your wider East Africa plans.

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