7-Day Kenya’s Cultural Heritage Safari

Overview

Experience Kenya’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty on this immersive cultural tour. Visit rural villages, witness unique tribal dances, taste traditional Kenyan dishes, and learn about the Maasai way of life. Explore historical sites and take part in traditional ceremonies while also visiting conservation centers and wildlife sanctuaries.

1. Visit to Elsamere Educational Centre, the former home of conservationist Joy and George Adamson.
2. Swim at natural geothermal spa of Hell’s Gate National Park, surrounded by stunning landscapes.
3. Ultimately go for a game tracking of the “Big five” at Masai Mara Game reserve.
4. Visit to Loita Hills Camp, located in the heart of the Maasai Mara.

Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Naivasha

To commence your extraordinary journey, our team will pick you up directly from your hotel. We’ll then set off on an enchanting drive towards Lake Naivasha, passing through the majestic Great Rift Valley Escarpment.

Upon reaching the serene Lake Naivasha, you’ll have the opportunity to check in at the distinctive Elsamere Centre. This remarkable lodge, once a private holiday retreat, continues to offer a unique experience by Lake Naivasha where you may even encounter wildlife.

Later in the afternoon, prepare for an unforgettable cultural and wildlife encounter as we embark on a boat tour of Lake Naivasha. This leisurely excursion allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty of the lake while discovering its vibrant wildlife.

Overnight: Elsamere Conservation Centre
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Visit Hell’s Gate National Park

This park is a short distance from Elsamere Centre and it is the only park in Kenya that game viewing can be done while riding a bicycle. Optional activities available at the park include game viewing on bicycles, hiking and rock climbing. Soaking on the geothermal spa is also a very popular activity with visitors to this park.

Overnight: Elsamere Conservation Centre
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Experience the therapeutic benefits of the hot springs as you take in the beauty of one of Kenya’s most unique natural attractions.

Day 3: Masai Mara Game Reserve

Depart for Masai Mara Game Reserve via the Great Rift Valley. You will arrive at your tented camp in time for lunch. Go for late afternoon game viewing and later return to your camp in time for dinner.

Overnight: Sarova Mara Game Camp
Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Day 4: Masai Mara Game Reserve

On this day you will go on a full day of game viewing in the sprawling savanna that offers you an opportunity for spotting the big five in their natural habitat. Between the months of June and October, you may experience wildebeest mass migration with Mara river crossing point being a short distance from your tented camp.

Overnight: Sarova Mara Game Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of the Maasai people at Loita Hills Cultural Village.

Day 5: Masai cultural home in Loita Hills

Optional early morning game drives later return to your lodge to sumptuous breakfast. Depart Masai Mara for Loita Hills. Maji Moto Eco Camp will be your host on this day. You will experience total cultural immersion at this camp. You will get to know the Masai people living and working in the camp, visit their traditional homes, and get insight to their daily lives. Experience homes, cooking, water fetching, and other daily life activities. Hear the songs and stories of the warriors around the campfire, or plan for a ceremony of blessing and celebration.

Day 6: Depart for Nairobi

Depart the Masai cultural camp for Nairobi. Arrive in the capital city of Kenya in the Afternoon. Sunday is the best day to visit a Masai market in downtown Nairobi. Afterwards, check in at your city hotel.

Overnight: Weston Hotel
Meals: Dinner

A day with orphaned baby elephant is an emotional one.

Day 7: Return flight back home

On your final day in Kenya, you will visit Elephant Orphanage at the southern end of the Nairobi National Park. An optional tour of the Giraffe Centre. Later transfer to the Airport for your flight home.

Day room: Weston Hotel
Meals: Breakfast