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Private Extra Miles safari
8-Day Kenya Classic Wildlife & Birding Safari
An immersive Kenya safari combining iconic wildlife, birdlife, landscapes, photography, and unforgettable encounters.
8 daysFlexible pace
From $2,405Starting guide
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From $2,405
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Designed around your dates, comfort level and travel style.
8-Day Kenya Classic Wildlife & Birding SafariVerified
The Kenya Wildlife & Wilderness Collection
Discover
Kenya's wildlife and birdlife on this 8-day classic safari, combining
some of the country's most diverse habitats and iconic destinations.
Begin
in Nairobi with a nature walk through Karura Forest, then continue to Amboseli
for elephants, birdlife and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Explore the
freshwater ecosystem of Lake Naivasha, including a boat ride and walking
safari on Crescent Island, before continuing to Lake Nakuru and the legendary
Masai Mara.
This
itinerary is especially suited to wildlife enthusiasts, photographers and
bird lovers, while still offering the classic Big Five safari experience.
Extra Miles Unique Adventures customizes private safaris instead of forcing every traveller into one fixed package. Share your travel dates, number of travellers, accommodation level and must-see experiences; the team will refine the routing and quote around your interests.
Signature Experiences
Karura Forest Nature Walk
Giants Beneath Kilimanjaro
Exceptional Wildlife & Birding
Lake Naivasha & Crescent Island
Rift Valley Wildlife Discovery
The Masai Mara Experience
Wildlife Photography Moments
Your Day-by-Day Experiences
01
Arrive in Nairobi and meet our representative for your transfer to Pullman Nairobi.
After settling in, visit Karura Forest, one of Nairobi's most beautiful urban natural spaces.
Enjoy a guided nature walk through the forest, with opportunities to spot different bird species, butterflies, monkeys and other small wildlife. The forest's indigenous trees and peaceful trails provide a refreshing introduction to Kenya's natural environment.
Return to the hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Overnight: Pullman Nairobi
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
After settling in, visit Karura Forest, one of Nairobi's most beautiful urban natural spaces.
Enjoy a guided nature walk through the forest, with opportunities to spot different bird species, butterflies, monkeys and other small wildlife. The forest's indigenous trees and peaceful trails provide a refreshing introduction to Kenya's natural environment.
Return to the hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Overnight: Pullman Nairobi
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
02
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel towards Amboseli National Park.
Arrive at Ol Tukai Lodge for lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.
Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Its wetlands and open plains also attract a wide variety of bird species, making it an excellent destination for both wildlife and bird photography.
Keep watch for elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes and numerous waterbirds.
Return to Ol Tukai in the evening for dinner.
Overnight: Ol Tukai Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Arrive at Ol Tukai Lodge for lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.
Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Its wetlands and open plains also attract a wide variety of bird species, making it an excellent destination for both wildlife and bird photography.
Keep watch for elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes and numerous waterbirds.
Return to Ol Tukai in the evening for dinner.
Overnight: Ol Tukai Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
03
Enjoy a full day exploring Amboseli National Park.
Start with an early morning game drive when wildlife and bird activity are at their peak. Explore the park's wetlands, plains and seasonal habitats while searching for elephants, predators, plains game and a wide range of bird species.
Amboseli is particularly rewarding for bird lovers, with opportunities to see eagles, herons, storks, kingfishers, flamingos and many other species depending on the season.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park or return to the lodge before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Overnight: Ol Tukai Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Start with an early morning game drive when wildlife and bird activity are at their peak. Explore the park's wetlands, plains and seasonal habitats while searching for elephants, predators, plains game and a wide range of bird species.
Amboseli is particularly rewarding for bird lovers, with opportunities to see eagles, herons, storks, kingfishers, flamingos and many other species depending on the season.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park or return to the lodge before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Overnight: Ol Tukai Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
04
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and travel towards Lake Naivasha, passing through scenic Kenyan landscapes and the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, watching for hippos, African fish eagles and other waterbirds.
Continue to Crescent Island for a guided walking safari. Walk among giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and antelopes while enjoying close encounters with wildlife in a peaceful setting.
Return to the resort in the evening.
Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Arrive at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, watching for hippos, African fish eagles and other waterbirds.
Continue to Crescent Island for a guided walking safari. Walk among giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and antelopes while enjoying close encounters with wildlife in a peaceful setting.
Return to the resort in the evening.
Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
05
After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha for Lake Nakuru National Park.
Enjoy a game drive as you explore the park's lake shores, woodland and grassland habitats.
Lake Nakuru is particularly attractive to bird enthusiasts, with opportunities to see pelicans, flamingos, cormorants, storks, eagles and many other water and woodland species.
The park is also an excellent wildlife destination, with chances to see rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, lions and leopards.
Arrive at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy a game drive as you explore the park's lake shores, woodland and grassland habitats.
Lake Nakuru is particularly attractive to bird enthusiasts, with opportunities to see pelicans, flamingos, cormorants, storks, eagles and many other water and woodland species.
The park is also an excellent wildlife destination, with chances to see rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, lions and leopards.
Arrive at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
06
After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and travel towards the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve.
Enjoy the changing landscapes as you leave the Great Rift Valley and enter the vast savannah of the Mara.
Arrive at PrideInn Mara Camp for lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.
Explore the reserve in search of elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and the Mara's famous big cats.
The Mara also offers excellent birding opportunities, with raptors, vultures, storks, rollers and many other species found across the ecosystem.
Overnight: PrideInn Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy the changing landscapes as you leave the Great Rift Valley and enter the vast savannah of the Mara.
Arrive at PrideInn Mara Camp for lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.
Explore the reserve in search of elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and the Mara's famous big cats.
The Mara also offers excellent birding opportunities, with raptors, vultures, storks, rollers and many other species found across the ecosystem.
Overnight: PrideInn Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
07
Enjoy a full day exploring the Masai Mara.
Set out early with your guide when wildlife and bird activity are at their best. Spend the day exploring the open grasslands, riverine areas and different habitats of the reserve.
Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest, while keeping an eye on the skies and surrounding vegetation for the Mara's diverse birdlife.
During the migration season, your guide can also monitor the Mara River and surrounding areas depending on current wildlife movements.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your afternoon safari.
Overnight: PrideInn Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Set out early with your guide when wildlife and bird activity are at their best. Spend the day exploring the open grasslands, riverine areas and different habitats of the reserve.
Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest, while keeping an eye on the skies and surrounding vegetation for the Mara's diverse birdlife.
During the migration season, your guide can also monitor the Mara River and surrounding areas depending on current wildlife movements.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your afternoon safari.
Overnight: PrideInn Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
08
Wake up early and; depart the Mara and begin your journey back to Nairobi.
On arrival, enjoy a memorable farewell lunch at Carnivore Restaurant, one of Nairobi's best-known dining experiences.
After lunch, transfer to your hotel, airport or preferred drop-off point.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
On arrival, enjoy a memorable farewell lunch at Carnivore Restaurant, one of Nairobi's best-known dining experiences.
After lunch, transfer to your hotel, airport or preferred drop-off point.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Includes & Excludes
Park fees
All activities mentioned.
Meals (as specified)
All accommodations mentioned
Roundtrip airport transfer
A professional driver/guide
All transportation [Pop up roof 4by4 - Land Cruiser]
All Taxes/VAT
International flights
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips: tipping guideline of US$ 10.00 per person per day for the guide and crew Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Extra Miles uses this package as a starting point and can adjust dates, route, accommodation level, pace and special interests before confirming the final quote.
Use the enquiry form, WhatsApp button or contact page and share your preferred travel dates, number of travellers and comfort level.
Yes. Extra Miles plans private, family, couple, solo and group safari arrangements depending on your travel style and budget.
Accommodation can be budget, mid-range, luxury or mixed. The final itinerary is refined after your preferences are known.
The final quote confirms exactly what is included, such as transport, guide arrangements, park entries, accommodation, meals and add-ons where applicable.
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