8 Days Premium Big Five Photographic Safari

8 Days / 7 Nights Wildlife Safaris Masai Mara National Reserve Private Safari 5.0 Rating
8 Days Premium Big Five Photographic Safari

Overview

This eight day premium itinerary is specifically designed for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers who want to spend maximum time in Kenyas most iconic Big Five destinations. The pacing is deliberate, allowing for longer stays to capture the perfect lighting and wildlife interactions. You will spend two nights capturing the giant elephants of Amboseli against Mount Kilimanjaro. You will then focus on the rhinos and birdlife of the Rift Valley lakes for two days. Finally, an extended three night stay in the Maasai Mara guarantees comprehensive coverage of the savanna, offering the ultimate opportunity to photograph hunting predators, river crossings, and breathtaking sunsets.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
You will depart Nairobi and drive south to Amboseli National Park. Arriving by midday, you will have lunch and prepare your camera gear. You will spend the afternoon marveling at the large herds of elephants moving through the swamps, waiting for the late afternoon light to capture Mount Kilimanjaro in the background.
Travel, Afternoon Photographic Game Drive
Lunch, Dinner
Day 2
Full Day Photography in Amboseli
You will wake up early to photograph the mountain at sunrise. You will spend the day exploring the park diverse habitats. You will visit Observation Hill for panoramic views and spend hours sitting quietly near the swamps, capturing intimate moments of elephant families bathing and feeding.
Morning and Afternoon Photographic Game Drives
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha
After a final morning shoot in Amboseli, you will drive back through Nairobi and descend into the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha. In the late afternoon, you will take a boat ride, providing a unique low angle perspective to photograph hippos in the water and African fish eagles swooping down to catch fish.
Transfer to Rift Valley, Photographic Boat Ride
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Lake Nakuru Rhino and Flamingo Tracking
You will drive the short distance to Lake Nakuru National Park. This park is an enclosed sanctuary, making it highly reliable for tracking and photographing both black and white rhinoceros. You will spend the day navigating the lake shores to frame flamingos and exploring the euphorbia forest for tree climbing lions.
Full Day Game Drive, Rhino Tracking
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve
You will depart Lake Nakuru early and drive to the legendary Maasai Mara. You will arrive in time for lunch and a brief rest. In the late afternoon, during the golden hour, you will head out for your first game drive in the Mara, focusing on the big cats as they begin their evening activities.
Travel to Maasai Mara, Golden Hour Game Drive
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Intensive Exploration of the Maasai Mara
Today is a full day dedicated to the Maasai Mara. With a packed lunch, you will venture deep into the reserve. You will visit the Mara River to photograph massive crocodiles and hippos. Your guide will position the vehicle perfectly to allow you to photograph lions, cheetahs, and massive herds of elephants without disturbing them.
Full Day Photographic Safari, Mara River Visit
Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Second Full Day in the Maasai Mara
A second full day allows you to be patient. You can spend hours following a specific cheetah or waiting by a river crossing point. This extra time is crucial for wildlife photography, turning a good safari into an extraordinary one. You will capture the stunning African sunset over the savanna to close the day.
Morning Game Drive, Patient Wildlife Observation
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8
Final Morning Shoot and Return to Nairobi
You will enjoy a final sunrise game drive to capture the dawn light. After returning to your lodge for breakfast and packing up, you will begin the scenic drive back up the escarpment to Nairobi, concluding your premium eight day photography safari.
Sunrise Game Drive, Transfer to Nairobi
Breakfast

What's Included

Included

  • All Park Entry Fees
  • Professional Driver Guide
  • Private Safari Vehicle with Pop Up Roof
  • Full Board Meals
  • Drinking Water

Not Included

  • International Flights
  • Gratuities
  • Photography Equipment

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