Day 3 - AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
The great Amboseli plains, with its parched alkaline salt pans, strange mirages and oasis of marshes and lakes are dominated by the glistening majestic snow cap of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The Chyulu Hills are the natural border between the Maasai and the Kamba people and perfect for walking and riding safaris. On the far side of the hills lies the Tsavo National Park, bigger than Wales and one of the world’s largest game sanctuaries. This is Maasai country, where proud, nomadic people have lived in harmony with nature for centuries. Huge herds of elephant and buffalo are common, together with lion and a host of antelope species.

Enjoy varied game viewing and spend time following the matriarchal elephant herds from the luxury of open sided safari Land Rovers; or walk with a trained Maasai guide, sip sundowners on top of Kitirua hill as the sun sets coloring the snows of Kilimanjaro pink, enjoy bush breakfasts out on the plains or a visit to one of the Maasai manyattas (villages) to meet the Maasai women, watch the Morans (young warriors) dance and experience their age-old existence. Overnight at Tortilis Camp (B,L,D)

Day 4 - AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK to MERU NATIONAL PARK
This morning after breakfast, depart Amboseli National Park and connect with your flight to Wilson Airport. Upon arrival in Wilson, connect with another flight to Nanyuki. Upon arrival at Nanyuki, guests will board a private charter to Meru National Park. Upon arrival in Meru, transfer to your accommodations at Elsa’s Kopje.

Meru National Park, in the old Northern Frontier District, is wild Africa at its most alluring. The animals are shy and unused to their human counterparts. Here we have established a private hideaway perched on top of Mugwongo Hill, the site of George Adamson’s first camp. Elsa’s Kopje is located within the Meru National Park – northeast of Nairobi (seven miles north of the equator). The days are hot and the nights pleasant. The lodge can be accessed by either road or charter flight.

Elsa’s Kopje has eight stone and thatched cottages all with en suite facilities. Other facilities include a swimming pool and a gift shop. Game drives are held in open safari vehicles; other options include guided nature walks, night game drives, fishing, rafting on the Tana River, bush breakfasts, picnics and sundowners. Overnight at Elsa’s Kopje (B,L,D)

 

Day 5 – MERU NATIONAL PARK Activities include game drives in open-sided safari Land Rovers, driven by knowledgeable driver-guides, all members of the Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association. Guided walks are led by a Professional Safari Guide and accompanied by a Ranger. Other attractions include bush breakfasts, sundowners and visits to the Tharaka tribal village on the southern boundary of the park. Overnight at Elsa’s Kopje (B,L,D)

Day 6 – MERU NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy the activities available at Elsa’s Kopje. Overnight at Elsa’s Kopje (B,L,D)

Day 7 – MERU NATIONAL PARK to MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
This morning, linger over breakfast before departing on a flight from Meru to Samburu, continuing on to the Masai Mara. Upon arrival in the Masai Mara you will be transferred to your accommodations at Saruni Camp. Saruni is the new, deluxe and intimate tented lodge set in a private conservation area outside the Masai Mara Game Reserve. With accommodation for only 12 guests in six spectacular tented cottages, it is set in a remote valley at the heart of the most exciting wilderness of Kenya. Saruni offers a new concept of African safari: the thrill of a real African adventure lived in harmony with the Maasai warriors coupled with high standards of style and comfort. The tents are furnished with colonial antiques, Persian carpets and African art. The atmosphere at the camp is informal but elegant.

Guests will be able to explore the plains, mountains and rivers of the Mara aboard open Land Rovers and on foot, walking with guides and Masai trackers. It is the new Masai Mara without the minibuses but with the small luxuries that have always been part of the old safari. Overnight at Saruni Camp (B,L,D)

Day 8 - MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE Enjoy game drives in comfortable, fully-open Land Rovers that are designed to give you maximum visibility over the landscape and the wildlife. On foot safaris, you will explore the plains and the mountains led by a professional guide and by a tracker. Take your time while on safari and observe the animals and their habitats. Experience the Masai Mara as the first hunters and explorers saw it. Deep in the forest or by the river Mara overlooking a 'hippo beach', a nicely decorated table is waiting, providing you with the thrilling experience of a gourmet meal in the middle of nature. Overnight at Saruni Camp (B,L,D)