Day 1: Nairobi - Amboseli National Park

Travel to Amboseli National Park, a photographer’s paradise with its iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro. On your first game drive, capture images of elephants crossing the savannah with the snow-capped mountain as a backdrop. The park’s flat, open terrain provides ideal lighting conditions for wildlife photography. Overnight in Amboseli.

• Highlights: Elephants, lions, zebras, and scenic views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli National Park

Enjoy a full day of game drives, timed for the best light at sunrise and sunset. Photograph large herds of elephants, as well as zebras, wildebeest, and predators like lions and cheetahs. The park’s marshes and waterholes attract diverse birdlife, offering chances to practice action and reflection shots. Overnight in Amboseli.

• Highlights: Hippos, hyenas, large herds of elephants, birdlife, and Mount Kilimanjaro views.

Day 3: Amboseli - Lake Nakuru National Park

Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park, a picturesque location famed for its birdlife and thriving populations of both black and white rhinos. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive, where you’ll photograph flamingos, pelicans, and cormorants along the shimmering lake. As the sun sets, capture the acacia-dotted landscapes and animals such as giraffes and leopards basking in the evening light. Overnight in Nakuru.

• Highlights: Flamingos, white and black rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, and pelicans.

Day 4: Full Day in Lake Nakuru National Park

Dedicate a full day to exploring Lake Nakuru’s diverse habitats, from lakeshores and forested areas to open grasslands. Focus your lens on rhinos grazing against dramatic backdrops, leopards lounging in tree branches, and colorful birdlife thriving in the wetlands. With extended time in the park, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to perfect your shots. Overnight in Nakuru.

Day 5: Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara National Reserve

After a morning shoot in Lake Nakuru, drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destination. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive, where you’ll begin capturing the Mara’s iconic golden savannah and abundant wildlife. From grazing herds of wildebeest to prowling big cats, every moment is a photographic masterpiece waiting to happen. Overnight in the Masai Mara.

• Highlights: The "Big Five" (lions, rhinos, elephants, leopards, cape buffalo), vast savannahs, and golden sunsets.

Day 6: Full Day in Masai Mara

Another day in the Masai Mara allows you to refine your shots and focus on specific animals or behaviors. Visit the Mara River for dramatic photos of crocodiles and (seasonally) wildebeest river crossings. Capture the Maasai people and their colorful traditions during an optional cultural visit to a nearby village. Overnight in the Masai Mara.

• Highlights: Final wildlife encounters.

Days 6–8: Full Days in the Masai Mara National Reserve

Spend three full days immersed in the unparalleled beauty of the Masai Mara, with game drives timed to take advantage of the best light at sunrise and sunset. The reserve offers incredible opportunities to photograph lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and more. If visiting during the Great Migration, you may witness dramatic river crossings as wildebeest and zebras navigate predator-filled waters.

Photographers will appreciate the slower pace, allowing for careful composition and observation. Optional activities include a hot air balloon safari, providing a unique aerial perspective of the Mara at dawn, or a cultural visit to a Maasai village to capture the vibrant traditions of the Maasai people. Overnight in the Masai Mara.

............................. Spend the entire day on game drives, focusing on predator-prey interactions and the Great Migration (seasonal). Photograph lions lounging in the grass, cheetahs scanning the plains, and elephants grazing against the endless horizon.............

................... refine your shots and focus on specific animals or behaviors. Visit the Mara River for dramatic photos of crocodiles and (seasonally) wildebeest river crossings. Capture the Maasai people and their colorful traditions during an optional cultural visit to a nearby village...................

Day 9: Masai Mara to Nairobi

After a final morning game drive, fly back to Nairobi. Spend the afternoon at leisure, editing your photos or shopping for souvenirs.

Day 10: Departure

Spend your final day preparing for your departure. Depending on your flight time, enjoy a leisurely morning at your lodge or tented camp or visit Nairobi's markets for last-minute souvenirs.

Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight home. Leave with a portfolio of stunning images and memories of Kenya's extraordinary beauty.

Highlights: Relaxed farewell to Nairobi and optional shopping.

What's Included:

• Airport Pickup/ Meet & Greet
• All Accommodations - luxury lodges & tented camps
• All Meals - breakfast, lunch, & dinner (water, tea, coffee included)
• All Transfers - all transport between hotels & during game drives
• Private Guide - an expert wildlife, ornithology, and natural history guide
• All Park & Reserve Fees - entrance fees for all national parks & wildlife reserves
• Bottled Water - unlimited supply in safari vehicles
• Evacuation from Park - evacuation insurance to a Nairobi hospital (transport only - cost of hospitalization NOT included)

Exclusions:

• Alcohol, Special drinks
• Add-On Experiences - optional extra activities (hot air balloon rides, camel rides, night game drives, nature walks with an armed ranger, etc)
• International Airfare - airfare to and from the African continent
• Entry Visas
• Travel Insurance
• Gratuities
• Personal Purchases
• Pre & Post Safari Tours