10-Day A Tusker's Journey
Begin your trip in Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, where the landscapes of gently undulating hills, savannah and patches of swampy papyrus hide an abundance of animals. Next, head off to in the famous Masai Mara for some of the best game viewing in the world, including the miraculous great wildebeest migration. End your journey in Amboseli, look out for the magnificent tuskers roaming across a backdrop of Kilimanjaro, and wildebeest and zebra pass undisturbed across the open plains.
Tour Summary
You'll go to Kenya
You'll visit Nairobi, Lewa Conservancy, Masai Mara NR & Amboseli NP
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi - Getting there
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be run exclusively for you. Transfers and game drives at private camps will be shared.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Minimum age of 12 years
The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & nature hikes/walks
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
This operator can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself help
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Day | Accommodation | Meals |
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1-3 |
Lewa Safari Camp
Luxury tented camp inside Lewa Conservancy (Laikipia)
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All Meals Included |
4-6 |
Elephant Pepper Camp
Luxury tented camp inside Mara North Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)
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All Meals Included |
7-9 |
Tortilis Camp Amboseli
Luxury+ tented camp inside Amboseli NP
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All Meals Included |
10 |
End of tour
(No accommodation)
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Breakfast Included |
Arrival
(See Getting there for more details)- You'll be collected from the airport.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1-3 Enjoy profuse wildlife at a camp favoured by the famous
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, sprawled across 65,000 acres (263 square kilometres) of Laikipia wilderness, is top of many people's game reserve wish list for its legendary wildlife viewing. With more than 70 recorded mammal species, the conservancy is home to lion, leopard and jackal, the largest concentration of Grevy’s zebra in the world, more than 130 black and white rhino, and too many bird species to list. To the south rises snow-capped Mount Kenya, to the north are the arid lands of Tassia and Il Ngwesi. Between them lie areas of pristine forest, fertile grasslands, extensive springs and acacia woodland. Lewa offers evening horse rides, which let you get close to the plains game, as long as you're an experienced rider. If not, rock onto a camel instead! Your mount may be less elegant, but it's a perfect way to see the action. The camels are led by Samburu handlers. Breakfast or toast the setting sun in the bush, visit a Samburu village or chill at the lodge. The choice is yours.
Main Destination: | Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (Laikipia) |
Best Time to Visit
June to September (Dry season)
High Season
June to October and December to March
Best Weather
Jun to Sep and Dec to Feb (Less rain) Wildlife in Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (Laikipia)
Elephant
Common
Giraffe
Common
White Rhino
Common
Black Rhino
Common
Buffalo
Common
Zebra
Common
Lion
Occasional
Cheetah
Occasional
Wildebeest
Occasional
Hippo
Occasional
Leopard
Rare
Hyena
Rare
Wild Dog
Rare
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Accommodation: | Lewa Safari Camp
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Meals & Drinks: |
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Day 4-6 Relax at a well established tented camp in the Masai Mara
Feel what the early explorers must have experienced when they first arrived in the vast wilderness of the Masai Mara. Devoid of imposing buildings and large groups, Elephant Pepper Camp opened its canvas tents more than 20 years ago as one of the original camps in the Mara North Conservancy and remain true to their principles: it's about the wildlife. Without compromising on luxury, you'll spend evenings around the campfire and long days enveloped in the savanna. Some of the rangers have been at Elephant Pepper Camp since its beginning. Open-sided vehicles are fitted with camera stands and charging sockets to make the morning and evening drives as immersive as possible. Game drives are longer than average. Guided walks bring you closer to the bush to discover animal tracks, flowers and micro-ecosystems. Special walks for kids are also available. Visit the Masai village to get a feel of how the people of the Kenyan bush live.
Main Destination: | Masai Mara National Reserve |
Best Time to Visit
June to October and September to October
High Season
June to October and December to March
Best Weather
June to October (Sunny, but not too hot) Wildlife in Masai Mara National Reserve
Elephant
Common
Giraffe
Common
Lion
Common
Cheetah
Common
Zebra
Abundant
Wildebeest
Abundant
Buffalo
Common
Hippo
Common
Hyena
Common
Leopard
Occasional
Black Rhino
Rare
Wild Dog
Very Rare
White Rhino
None
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Accommodation: | Elephant Pepper Camp
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Meals & Drinks: |
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Day 7-9 On safari in Amboseli under the watch of Mount Kilimanjaro
Like all the Elewan Collection of lodges and camps in Tanzania, Tortilis is set in an iconic location. In this case it's the western Amboseli, where game viewing is fruitful, accommodation is first-class, the food is Italian-style delicious, the guides are local and there's a responsible attitude towards conservation and the local communities. Here, overlooked by Mount Kilimanjaro, you can see a elephants, hippo, lion and other big cats, and plentiful birds. Don't forget your camera when exploring Amboseli and the private 30,000-acre game concession around Tortilis. Take safari drives and game or birdwatching walks with knowledgeable local guides, most of whom are Masai. The safari vehicles are open-sided with photographic equipment stands. Visit local Masai homesteads to see how these ancient people live and purchase some of their beautiful beadwork and bright shukkas. Back at camp, there's a pool and spa, and places to rest.
Main Destination: | Amboseli National Park |
Best Time to Visit
June to September and January to February
High Season
December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather
Jul to Sep and Jan to Feb (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Amboseli National Park
Elephant
Abundant
Giraffe
Common
Buffalo
Abundant
Zebra
Abundant
Wildebeest
Abundant
Hippo
Common
Hyena
Common
Lion
Occasional
Leopard
Rare
Cheetah
Rare
White Rhino
None
Black Rhino
None
Wild Dog
Rare to none
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Accommodation: | Tortilis Camp Amboseli
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Meals & Drinks: |
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Day 10 Finish in Nairobi
You will be chartered from Tortilis Camp to the airport for your onward journey.
Main Destination: | Nairobi Airport |
Accommodation: | No accommodation |
Meals & Drinks: |
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End of tour
(See Getting there for more details)- You'll be collected from the airport.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Important to Know
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour must be paid in US dollars (USD). The ZAR rates shown are converted for information purposes only. Disclaimer
- This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.
- Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
Rates Per Person
Start dates |
Solo 1 room
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2+ people Sharing rooms
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Jan 1, 2020 - Mar 31, 2020
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$7216
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$6048
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Apr 1, 2020 - May 30, 2020
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$7216
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$5661
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May 31, 2020 - Jun 24, 2020
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$7216
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$6048
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Jun 25, 2020 - Jul 1, 2020
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$8649
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$6669
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Jul 2, 2020 - Oct 31, 2020
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$8649
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$7211
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Nov 1, 2020 - Dec 13, 2020
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$7216
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$6048
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Dec 14, 2020 - Dec 31, 2020
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$7216
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$6979
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N/A* = Not Available. This is Unavailable For Single Travelers.
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
This operator can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself help
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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