The Southern Wilderness & Apex Views

Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), you will be met by your private safari guide and transferred via a private luxury vehicle to the JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi. You will look forward to the stunning views of the city and the peaceful serenity of your luxury suite. If your international flight lands before 4:00 PM, you will embark on a guided Nairobi city tour. You will visit the Nairobi National Museum, which offers an overview of Kenya's history, culture, and art, with exhibits on archaeology, paleontology, and ethnography. You will also see iconic landmarks including the Parliament Buildings, the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), and the historic railway station. If you arrive after 4:00 PM, you will enjoy a relaxed evening at the hotel, with the city tour shifting to Day 10.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Wilson Airport (WIL) to board a morning scheduled safari flight directly to the Amboseli airstrip. You will look forward to the spectacular aerial views of the changing landscapes, with the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro appearing on the horizon. Upon arrival, you will check into Angama Amboseli, a luxury suite looking directly out at Mount Kilimanjaro. You will look forward to the breathtaking views of Africa's highest peak, with the elephants and wildlife of Amboseli in the foreground. In the late afternoon, you will head out on a game drive through the Kimana Sanctuary. You will look forward to viewing the iconic “Super Tusker” elephants, with the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. You will enjoy signature sundowner cocktails against the backdrop of Africa's highest peak.

Rising before dawn, you will board a hot air balloon for an unforgettable sunrise flight over the elephant corridors and marshes of Amboseli. You will look forward to the spectacular aerial views of the wildlife below, with the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro rising in the distance as the golden light illuminates the landscape. After a gentle landing, you will toast with champagne and enjoy a chef-prepared bush breakfast in the wild. You will look forward to the unparalleled experience of dining in the bush, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African savannah. In the afternoon, you will embark on an open-air vehicle tracking safari focusing on Amboseli's famous “Super Tusker” elephants. You will look forward to the intimate encounters with these magnificent creatures, with their massive ivory tusks and the stunning backdrop of Kilimanjaro.

After breakfast, you will board a private, low-altitude scenic charter flight over the iconic green hills to Campi ya Kanzi's private airstrip. You will look forward to the spectacular aerial views of the rolling green hills and the dramatic landscapes of the Chyulu range. Upon arrival, you will check into Campi ya Kanzi, a luxury tented cottage built from local stone and timber. You will look forward to the stunning views of the surrounding hills and the peaceful serenity of the camp. In the evening, you will embark on a thrilling night game drive with specialized spotlights. You will look forward to tracking elusive leopards, serval cats, and bushbabies, with the nocturnal wildlife of the Chyulu Hills providing exceptional sightings.

Today, you will head out on a high-altitude guided walking safari through the misty, ancient volcanic cloud forests of the Chyulu Hills with a local Maasai tracker. You will look forward to the intimate connection with nature, discovering the unique flora and fauna of the cloud forest, with its towering trees and lush vegetation. Your guide will explain the unique ecology of the region and the deep cultural connection of the Maasai to the land. You will savor a private, luxury lunch in the wild set up in a hidden forest clearing, surrounded by the sounds of the forest.

Today, you will spend the morning on a horseback safari along the panoramic ridges of the hills, riding alongside giraffes and eland. You will look forward to the unique perspective of viewing wildlife from horseback, with the animals accepting you as part of the landscape. Your guide will lead you through the scenic trails, sharing insights into the local flora and fauna. In the afternoon, you will dedicate time to an authentic Maasai Cultural Village Immersion. You will look forward to meeting the local landlords of the conservancy, participating in traditional dances, and learning about the camp's deep conservation partnership with the community.

After breakfast, you will take a scenic morning drive descending into the rugged, volcanic landscapes of Tsavo West National Park. You will look forward to the dramatic change in landscape, with the volcanic rock formations and the dry, open plains of Tsavo. Upon arrival, you will check into Finch Hattons Luxury Tented Camp, positioned along a natural spring fed by the Chyulu Hills water tables. You will look forward to the stunning views of the spring, with hippos and crocodiles visible from the camp. You will gather around a roaring open-air campfire along the spring for a gourmet bonfire dinner under the stars.

Today, you will explore the geological wonders of Tsavo. You will hike up the steep black slopes of the Shetani Lava Flow, viewing the stark, volcanic landscape and the dramatic views of the surrounding plains. You will then navigate the mysterious underground Leviathan Cave—one of the longest lava tubes in the world. You will look forward to the unique experience of walking through the lava tube, with the cool, dark interior and the geological formations. In the afternoon, you will return to camp for premium spa treatments or a dip in the infinity pool overlooking hippos in the spring.

Today, you will take a morning guided walk to Mzima Springs. You will walk through an underwater viewing chamber to watch hippos and crocodiles swimming through crystal-clear water, with the fish and aquatic life visible through the glass. Your guide will explain the ecological significance of the springs, which are fed by the Chyulu Hills water tables. In the evening, you will spend your final night with a specialized resident naturalist guide on the camp's star-gazing deck using high-powered telescopes to map the night sky, with the brilliant stars and the Milky Way visible above.

On your final morning, you will take a final game drive to the airstrip and fly back to Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Upon arrival, if the city tour was missed on Day 1, you will now embark on a guided tour of Nairobi, visiting historical sites or local markets. You will then be transferred to your city hotel, where you have been booked for a complimentary spa session to relax and rejuvenate after your incredible journey. You will enjoy this time at your leisure as you unwind from the expedition. The following day, you will be transferred back to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your connecting international flight back home.