8-Day Kenya Essence Safari

Karibu Kenya! Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), where a friendly Pita Safaris representative greets you and transfers you to your hotel in Nairobi.
As the city lights sparkle, you’ll feel the excitement of the wild calling. Relax and unwind at your comfortable midrange lodge before your safari adventure begins tomorrow.

Distance: ~15 km | Drive Time: ~30 minutes

Depart early after breakfast, traveling through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley, with scenic photo stops along the escarpment.
Arrive at the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve by afternoon — home to rolling savannahs and the legendary Big Five.
Your first game drive unfolds as the sun begins to set, painting the plains gold — perhaps you’ll hear a lion’s distant roar or see elephants crossing the river.
Return to your lodge for a cozy evening under a starlit African sky.

Distance: ~280 km | Drive Time: ~5–6 hours

Wake to birdsong and golden morning light. Today, explore the Masai Mara from sunrise to sunset, where every moment brings new wonders.
Spot cheetahs stalking across the plains, elephants bathing in the Mara River, and graceful giraffes moving through the grasslands.
Enjoy a picnic lunch beneath an acacia tree with sweeping views across the endless plains.

Optional:

• Hot-air balloon safari at sunrise followed by a champagne breakfast — an unforgettable perspective of the Mara.

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Mara and travel north through Kenya’s scenic farmlands to Lake Nakuru National Park.
This park, once carpeted with pink flamingos, is now a haven for rhinos and Rothschild’s giraffes.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot these rare species and more, surrounded by the lake’s mirrored waters.
End the day with serene views from your lodge, listening to the sounds of nature.

Distance: ~250 km | Drive Time: ~5 hours

After breakfast, take a short drive to Lake Naivasha, a tranquil freshwater lake surrounded by lush greenery.
Enjoy a peaceful boat safari among hippos and water birds, followed by a guided walking safari on Crescent Island — a predator-free haven where giraffes and zebras roam freely.
Relax at your lakeside lodge as the sun sets over calm waters.

Distance: ~70 km | Drive Time: ~2 hours

After breakfast, journey south toward Amboseli National Park, known as “The Land of Giants.”
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge and set out on an afternoon game drive.
Watch herds of elephants traverse the plains with the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro as a stunning backdrop.
End the day at your lodge, soaking in the beauty of Amboseli’s vast landscapes.

Distance: ~300 km | Drive Time: ~5–6 hours

Start the day with a sunrise game drive, capturing elephants bathed in golden morning light.
Visit Observation Hill for sweeping views of Amboseli and enjoy a relaxed afternoon watching wildlife gather near the swamps.
In the evening, consider a Maasai village visit to experience traditional dances and culture firsthand.
As dusk falls, toast to your final safari night — a perfect reflection of your journey through Kenya’s wild heart.

Wake to the last sunrise over Mount Kilimanjaro.
After breakfast, enjoy a final short game drive as you depart Amboseli for Nairobi.
Arrive in the afternoon, carrying cherished memories of Kenya’s wildlife, people, and timeless landscapes.

Distance: ~240 km | Drive Time: ~5 hours