Embark on an 8-day safari that brings you up close and personal with nature, fulfilling your African dream of exceptional game viewing. This journey promises generous hospitality without sacrificing homely comforts, with stays at Porini’s award-winning eco-camps, each located a short flight from one another in stunning surroundings.
Porini camps are strategically positioned for prime wildlife observation, located at key dispersal points where game moves in and out of neighboring national parks. This unique placement ensures abundant wildlife encounters without the crowds, offering an exclusive and intimate safari experience.
During your safari, you’ll enjoy the benefits of eco-friendly accommodations that emphasize sustainability and minimal environmental impact. The hospitable service, personalized attention, and simple touches make for a relaxing and adventurous holiday.
Moreover, your visit supports local communities and wildlife conservation efforts within the conservancies. By choosing camps that prioritize eco-tourism, you contribute to preserving Africa’s wilderness and culture while enjoying an authentic safari adventure.
Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you'll be promptly transported to the Nairobi Tented Camp, nestled within Nairobi National Park. As Kenya’s oldest official reserve and the world’s largest protected area so close to a city center, this park is a remarkable sanctuary. It is a major rhino sanctuary and a paradise for bird watchers, home to over 300 bird species, including migratory birds in March and April. Your stay in a comfortable canvas tent with an en suite bathroom and fire-heated showers provides a cozy retreat. Enjoy the view from your veranda, overlooking the valley and acacia forest. Choose between an expertly guided 4×4 game drive or a visit to the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, renowned for rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned elephants. Please note that this experience requires pre-booking.
After breakfast, you'll be transferred back to Wilson Airport in Nairobi for a light aircraft flight to Porini Amboseli. Escape the tourist crowds and settle into Porini’s tented camp within a private conservancy. Start your days with the aroma of coffee and biscuits before embarking on safari activities. Enjoy meals under an acacia tree with the stunning backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peaks. The afternoon game drives include a stop at a breathtaking viewpoint for sundowners, followed by a thrilling night drive to spot nocturnal predators. End your day with a delightful dinner in the charming mess tent.
Following a bush breakfast, transfer to the Selenkay Airstrip for a light aircraft flight to Wilson Airport. Then, head to Porini Mara, your next base for game viewing. This modest camp is situated in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy, surrounded by thriving savannah plains, riverine forests, rolling hills, and tranquil rivers. Engage with the Maasai people, who share their profound knowledge of the land and wildlife during intimate nature walks. Enhance your game viewing experience in Porini’s classic safari vehicle or enjoy a hot-air balloon ride over the plains. Return to camp to a warm welcome, freshen up in your en suite tent, and savor a sundowner by the Laetoli River before a delicious meal prepared with fresh ingredients, served by friendly staff.
Drive to Olare Orok Conservancy, where Porini Lion Camp awaits on the banks of the Ntiakatiek River. This area is famed for extensive predator and big game sightings, including elusive leopards and various graceful antelopes.Visit during the dry months of August and September to witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration as they seek new grass shoots. After a day exploring the Masai Mara, share campfire tales with fellow adventurers in the traditional boma.
As your adventure concludes, bid farewell to the friendly staff and fellow travelers who have shared this journey with you. Return to Nairobi Airport via Wilson Airport, carrying cherished memories of Amboseli's sights and sounds. Recall the stories shared by the campfire under the vast African sky as you begin your journey home.
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