Kenya Ndoto Safari
The word Ndoto means “dream” in Swahili, and this itinerary is designed to make your safari dreams come true. You’ll begin at Aberdares National Park, a land of dramatic scenery with towering waterfalls like Karuru and Gura, lush forests, and open moorlands. Here, you’ll encounter the iconic Big Five, along with rare species such as the Bongo Antelope, servals, and even the elusive black leopard. Nearby lies the Solio Game Reserve, one of East Africa’s most successful private rhino sanctuaries—truly a dreamland for wildlife lovers.
Your journey continues to Lake Elmenteita, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its birdlife. The lake hosts a massive breeding colony of Great White Pelicans, countless pink flamingos, and threatened species like the Rothschild Giraffe. You can also unwind at Kikopey Hot Springs, surrounded by nature and wildlife.
Then comes the ultimate dream—Masai Mara, the world’s greatest natural wildlife theatre. Its rolling savannahs, riverine forests, and swamps teem with life, from lion prides to leopards, hippos, and Nile crocodiles. The lifeblood of the reserve, the Mara River, sustains it all, while every evening ends with magical sunsets that outshine the sunrise.
Finally, you’ll conclude in Nairobi, Kenya’s bustling capital. Here you can enhance your experience with optional visits to the Giraffe Centre and Daphne Sheldrick’s Wildlife Trust, or shop for memorable souvenirs at the vibrant Masai Market.
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Day 1 – Welcome to Kenya→ Aberdares
A Warm Welcome to your Moyo Life Enriching Safari. Upon landing at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be greeted by our friendly team and guided through immigration and customs. Outside, meet your personal safari guide and begin your journey through the Kenyan Highlands to the Aberdare Country Club, a mere two and a half hour drive from Nairobi.
Check in, relax, refresh and a lovely lunch is followed by a visit to Solio game reserve, home to both Black and White Rhino. Enjoy a game drive to see Rhinos and other wildlife. The Solio Game Reserve is considered one of the most successful private rhino breeding sanctuaries in East Africa. Return to the Aberdare Country Club there after. A Chilled evening. Dinner and Overnight at Aberdares Country Club.
Accommodation: Aberdares Country Club
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving Time: 3 Hrs from Nairobi
Day 2 – Aberdares Country Club → Ark Forest Lodge
After a hearty breakfast, you will continue into the misty forested slopes where The Ark Lodge awaits – tucked deep within the Aberdare wilderness.
This morning we will climb up to at least 12000 ft visiting the Aberdare Moorlands and enjoy the flora and fauna of this majestic park From the Rainforests to the Bamboo Forest and the Moorlands, you will enjoy a magical morning followed by arrival in time for late
lunch at the Ark Forest Lodge.
Spend your afternoon on the lodge’s elevated decks, quietly observing as elephants, buffalo, and other forest visitors gather at the floodlit waterhole below. As night falls, dine to the sounds of the forest, then drift to sleep surrounded by the stillness of nature.
Dinner and Overnight at The Ark Forest Lodge.
Accommodation: The Ark Forest Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 – Aberdares → The Great Rift Valley
After breakfast, begin your scenic journey through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley toward Lake Elmenteita.
Arrive at Lake Elmenteita Sentrim Lodge in the afternoon.
Unwind by the lakeside, surrounded by shimmering waters and flocks of graceful flamingos.
Dinner and overnight at Lake Elmenteita Sentrim Lodge, where the magic of Africa’s wild beauty begins to truly unfold.
Accommodation: Lake Elmenteita Sentrim Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving Time: 3 Hours from Aberdares
Day 4 – Great Rift Valley → Masai Mara
After a hearty breakfast you will depart for Masai Mara National Reserve which is a land of breathtaking vistas, abundant wildlife
and endless plains.
Arrive in time for lunch at Mara Leisure Camp with an enroute game drive.
Check in and lunch followed by a short siesta Depart for an afternoon game drive.
Refresh, dinner and overnight at Mara Leisure Camp.
Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving Time: 4 Hrs from Lake Elmenteita
Day 5 – Masai Mara National Reserve
Full day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives.
The reserve is a paradise, with abundant elephant, buffalo, giraffe, lion and cheetah alongside the migratory wildebeest and zebra. Leopards are frequently encountered, endangered black rhinos hide in the dense thickets and large rafts of hippo and enormous crocodiles are found in the Mara River.
The park is also home to over 450 bird species.
All meals and overnight at Mara Leisure Camp.
We recommend the optional Balloon Safari over the Mara Plains.
This will become the highlight of your safari as you glide over the plains and enjoy a birds eye view of the majestic beauty of Masai Mara.
Day 6 – Masai Mara → Nairobi
Early rise followed by breakfast, thereafter you will proceed to head back towards Nairobi.
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel for an overnight stay.
Optional excursions in the afternoon.
Lunch and dinner on your own.
Accommodation: Trademark Enaki Suites
Meals: Breakfast
Driving Time: 5 Hours from Masai Mara
Accommodation: Kingfishers Nest
Meals: Breakfast
Driving Time: 5 Hours from Masai Mara
Day 7 – Homebound
After a hearty breakfast, you will be transferred to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight back home.
For guests going early morning flights, a packed breakfast box option is available.
Optional Tours in Nairobi
1. Karura Forest Walk
2. Giraffe Centre Visit
3. Nairobi National Park Visit with Picnic Breakfast, Daphne Sheldricks and Giraffe Center
4. Nairobi City Walking Tour
5. Nairobi Slum Tour at Mukuru Ruben Slum
6. Carnivore Dinner inc transportation
7. Extra meals at Nairobi Serena Hotel Lunch or Dinner
8. Flights to Masai Mara as Add on to this itinerary:
One way from Masai Mara
Roundtrip from Naivasha
Your Safari Experience Includes
1. Arrival meet and assist and all airport transfers
2. Accommodation on Full board throughout your safari and Bed & Breakfast in Nairobi
3. Transportation in a 4X4 Safari Landcruiser with pop up roof ideal for game viewing with a window seat for every person
4. Services of an English-speaking safari driver-guide
5. All activities as listed in the itinerary
6. All park entrance fees
7. All conservation fees
8. Complimentary drinking water and snack hamper in all vehicles
9. Safari cap, water bottle, and tote bag for everyone
10. Comprehensive tour documents and wildlife checklist
Your Safari Experience Excludes
1. Any items of a personal nature such as drinks, tips, mineral water, laundry, telephones, extra meals etc.
2. Personal Travel or Trip cancellation insurance.
3. International Airfare.
4. Visa fees.
Your Safari Vehicle

Our Safari Vehicles are designed to give you comfort and space to enjoy a wonderful experience of natural wildlife sightings.
Baggage Space is strictly restricted so please do not over pack as you will need to leave back extra baggage at a cost of Storage and Transportation. The Safari vehicles are open from the top and non air conditioned.
What to Pack and Bring with You
Clothing and Footwear
1. Cool Cotton Clothes for the day
2. A Hooded Fleece
3. Cap or Hat
4. Long trousers for the evening
5. Comfortable shoes or boots for walking and a pair of flip flops
6. Swimming suits
7. Jacket or wind cheater for early morning and evenings
8. Please pack soft bags.
9. Please note that internal flights only allow 15 kgs of maximum baggage.
Other items
1. Your medical needs and prescription
2. Valid Passports and visas
3. Moisturiser and Sun glasses
4. Cameras and Batteries
5. Binoculars are a must for good viewing
6. Your personal smartphones or ipads as wifi is available at most lodges and hotels almost free
7. Credit cards for check in
8. Books to read on Safari
9. Your insurance cards and numbers
10. Insect repellent if you wish
Extra weight will have to be paid for directly by yourself
Visa, Travel and Baggage Information
1. Kenya is Visa free but you need to do a mandatory electronic travel authorisation which you can do at www.etakenya.go.ke
2. Baggage must be packed in soft suitcases or Duffel bags only and a maximum of 15 Kgs per person and 7 Kgs of Hand Baggage on Safari.
3. For Arrivals after 2 pm, guests must spend the first night in Nairobi as they cannot proceed to the National Parks.
Footnotes Read Carefully
Please note that complimentary drinking water is not served during meals in Kenya. This has to be purchased from the bar at most lodges and camps.
The hotels offer two bottles of drinking water in the rooms on complimentary basis.
This Safari is conducted in a Landcruiser with 7 window seats maximum.
Our vehicles are not air conditioned as they have open tops so air conditioning will not work.
Game driving is restricted to a maximum time of 8 hrs a day as your guide’s daily duty time.
Travel and Info Pack
Payment and Cancellation Policy
Payment Policy
Our Payment policy is as follows:
For International and Domestic Air tickets a 100 % prepayment must be received at the time of confirmation of the booking. These are subject to penalties of various kinds and therefore please confer with us to ascertain what is applicable.
Payments are required as follows unless otherwise agreed:
50 % deposit upon confirmation of the Safari if booked more than 90 days in advance. Balance payable 60 days prior to arrival. In case the Safari is booked within 59 days, full prepayment is required at the time of booking. All Bank Charges are to be borne by the clients or agents.
Cancellation Policy
The following Cancellation policy is application:
Over 90 days- Nil Penalty
89- 60 days- 20% Penalty
59- 45 days- 33% Penalty
44- 30 days- 50% Penalty
29- 15 days- 75% Penalty
Less than 14 days- No refund at all
KENYA NDOTO SAFARI
PRIVATE DEPARTURE SAFARI COSTS
| Rates per person based on number of people in a vehicle | 02 Jan to 30 Jun 26 | 01 Jul to 31 Oct 26 |
|---|---|---|
| 7 pax | USD 1450 | USD 1915 |
| 6 pax | USD 1480 | USD 1970 |
| 5 pax | USD 1530 | USD 2050 |
| 4 pax | USD 1610 | USD 2165 |
| 3 pax | USD 1740 | USD 2355 |
| 2 pax | USD 1990 | USD 2740 |
| SRS | USD 410 | USD 430 |
| Child | USD 1060 | USD 1435 |
Rates are Per Person sharing based on the number of pax in the vehicle.
Single Room Supplement to be added to PPS Rate
Child Rates are applicable to Children U 12 sharing with 2 adults
