Nairobi, Amboseli & Masai Mara — Untamed Landscapes by Private Air
Duration: 12 days
Countries: Kenya
Cities: Nairobi, Laikipia, Masai Mara, Amboseli
Valid Travel Dates: 1 August 2026 - 31 December 2026
From
$28,934per person
$57,868 total for 2
Trip Summary
Overview
Shaped around the contrasts between Nairobi and Masai Mara, this journey combines seamless private arrangements with a strong sense of place. In Nairobi, private arrangements introduce the journey with depth while leaving room to experience the destination naturally. The journey also creates space for unmatched luxury with seamless private flights over Kenya’s breathtaking vistas. Expert-led days focus on tracking Super Tusker elephants and elusive predators on exclusive off-road Amboseli safaris. As the journey moves toward Masai Mara, the balance of cultural discovery and time at leisure can evolve with the destination. Carefully coordinated air arrangements connect privately to Laikipia for exclusive rhino sightings and unforgettable big-game safaris. A leisurely interlude can include a once-in-a-lifetime breakfast with long-necked friends at the Giraffe Manor. The final design of Exclusive Kenya by Private Air will be fully tailored, with every detail shaped around the traveler's priorities and expectations.
Accommodations
Giraffe Manor
Nairobi
Superior, all-inclusive, 1 nights
Hemingways Nairobi
Nairobi
Hemingway Suite, 1 nights
Angama Amboseli
Amboseli
Tented Suite , all-inclusive, 3 nights
Angama Mara
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Tented Suite , all-inclusive
Inclusions
- ✓A journey designed entirely around your interests, preferred pace and schedule
- ✓Discreet, around-the-clock assistance from our in-country team
- ✓Hand-selected accommodation, confirmed experiences and scheduled transfers, except where your final itinerary states otherwise
- ✓Private chauffeured transportation for touring and transfers; where your specialist guide also serves as driver, your travel designer will advise you in advance
- ✓Expert local guiding for the experiences shown; your final itinerary will clearly identify any carefully selected shared arrangements
- ✓A personal welcome on arrival, with the meeting point confirmed by your travel designer
- ✓Daily breakfast and all additional dining specifically noted in your itinerary
- ✓Transfer handling for one checked suitcase and one carry-on per guest
- ✓A fully tailored journey with flexible dates and pacing, exceptional five-star and boutique stays, and experiences ranging from celebrated highlights to privileged local access—thoughtfully designed around your interests, whether marking a milestone or fulfilling a personal ambition
Exclusions
- ✗Comprehensive travel insurance, available separately after confirmation
- ✗Meals and beverages not specifically identified in the itinerary
- ✗Optional enhancements, upgrades and any local photography or filming fees
- ✗Early arrival access or extended check-out, unless confirmed in writing
- ✗Visas and entry permits, unless expressly included
- ✗Gratuities for guides, drivers and other service professionals
- ✗Experiences or arrangements requested beyond the confirmed itinerary
- ✗International air travel; private or commercial flight options can be arranged on request
- ✗Excess baggage and any luggage allowance not included in the applicable fare
- ✗Personal expenses, including laundry, telecommunications and room service
- ✗Passport, vaccination and locally assessed departure costs, where applicable
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Nairobi
Once through arrivals, your English-speaking representative is waiting with your name board to walk you through your welcome documents and answer any questions before your journey into Kenya begins. A private transfer between your hotel and the airport in Nairobi is provided. Upon landing in Nairobi, meet your airport assistant inside the terminal and proceed directly through immigration, baggage collection, and customs, bypassing the queues while all formalities are handled on your behalf. A Flying Doctors emergency evacuation insurance policy is included for all guests, covering the cost of an evacuation flight to Nairobi for treatment in the event of serious illness or injury. Medical treatment costs are not covered. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for full coverage.
Accommodation: Hemingways Nairobi (B) (Hemingway Suite )
Nairobi
Once through arrivals, your English-speaking representative is waiting with your name board to walk you through your welcome documents and answer any questions before your journey into Kenya begins. A private transfer between your hotel and the airport in Nairobi is provided. Upon landing in Nairobi, meet your airport assistant inside the terminal and proceed directly through immigration, baggage collection, and customs, bypassing the queues while all formalities are handled on your behalf. A Flying Doctors emergency evacuation insurance policy is included for all guests, covering the cost of an evacuation flight to Nairobi for treatment in the event of serious illness or injury. Medical treatment costs are not covered. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for full coverage.
Accommodation: Angama Amboseli (AI) (Tented Suite (Package)), Nairobi
Amboseli
Track some of Africa's last Super Tuskers through Kimana Sanctuary with your private guide, alongside Grant's gazelles, zebras, giraffes, elands, and abundant birdlife. Lions, cheetahs, and a leopard known to move near the stream are all in residence. Off-road access opens the landscape in a way few reserves allow, with stretches when the sanctuary feels entirely your own. The drive continues into Amboseli National Park, just 45 minutes from the lodge, ending with Kilimanjaro rising unobstructed above the plains in a view that defines the Amboseli experience.
Accommodation: Angama Amboseli (AI) (Tented Suite (Package))
Amboseli
Beyond game drives in the sanctuary and park, Angama Amboseli offers a range of ways to spend your time. Join a walking safari with your guide, visit the Weaving Studio to watch Maasai women crafting jewelry and homeware from local sisal and raffia, or head to the photographic studio for 1-on-1 tutorials and editing sessions. For a slower pace, the lodge's dedicated viewing tower is worth a visit, positioned above the marsh where elephants frequently gather, offering an unhurried way to watch the wildlife on their own terms.
Accommodation: Angama Amboseli (AI) (Tented Suite (Package))
Amboseli, Laikipia
A shared transfer between the lodge and the airstrip is provided for your onward flight. Board your private charter for the 2-hour flight north from Amboseli to Laikipia, with Kenya's varied landscape unfolding below. Welcome to Segera Retreat, nestled within a private 50,000-acre conservancy in the heart of Kenya's Laikipia Plateau. This remarkable landscape is home to an abundance of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and a growing population of endangered Eastern black rhinos, reintroduced to the area as part of an ambitious conservation initiative after an absence of more than 60 years. As you explore the conservancy, you'll discover not only spectacular wildlife, but also the inspiring story of a landscape being protected for future generations. Whether you're setting out on a game drive, enjoying the serenity of your surroundings, or simply taking in the views from the lodge, every moment offers a deeper connection to one of Kenya's most extraordinary conservation success stories.
Accommodation: Segera Retreat (AI) (Garden Villa (Package)), Amboseli
Laikipia
Set out on a privately guided game drive through the diverse landscapes of Segera Conservancy. With your own dedicated safari vehicle and expert guide, you'll have the flexibility to tailor the day around your interests and the best wildlife opportunities. Explore rolling savannahs and acacia woodlands in search of elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, endangered Eastern black rhinos, and an abundance of plains game and birdlife. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating insights into the conservancy's pioneering conservation initiatives and the ongoing efforts to protect and restore this extraordinary ecosystem.
Accommodation: Segera Retreat (AI) (Garden Villa (Package)), Laikipia
Laikipia
Continue exploring Segera Conservancy with your private safari vehicle and expert guide, choosing from a range of experiences tailored to your interests. Set out on another game drive in search of the conservancy's remarkable wildlife, enjoy a guided nature walk to discover the smaller wonders of the bush, or stroll through the retreat's sculpture gardens, where contemporary African art blends seamlessly with the natural landscape. You may also choose to visit one of Segera's inspiring community and conservation initiatives, offering a meaningful opportunity to learn how the retreat supports local livelihoods while helping protect Kenya's wildlife and ecosystems. Take time to enjoy everything Segera Retreat has to offer beyond your safari activities. Wander through the beautifully landscaped gardens, where winding pathways lead past streams, ponds, waterfalls, and an outstanding collection of contemporary African sculpture and art from the renowned Zeitz Collection. Unwind beside the tranquil saltwater pool, stay active in the fitness centre, or simply relax on your private terrace while taking in the sights and sounds of the conservancy. If you wish, you may also indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment (available at an additional charge). Thoughtfully designed with sustainability at its core, the retreat blends understated luxury with a deep respect for the surrounding environment, allowing you to reconnect with nature in complete comfort.
Accommodation: Segera Retreat (AI) (Garden Villa (Package)), Laikipia
Masai Mara
A shared transfer between the lodge and the airstrip is provided for your onward flight. Sit back and enjoy the views during this private charter flight from Laikipia to the Masai Mara, Kenya. Approximate flight duration is 2 hours. A shared transfer between the lodge and the airstrip is provided for your onward flight. Perched on the Oloololo Escarpment, Angama Mara looks out over the Masai Mara from one of the reserve's most commanding positions. After checking in and settling into your tent, meet your private guide for a descent to the Mara Triangle, where Africa's Big Five roam year-round. Spend the afternoon scanning the plains for predators and use the golden hour light for photography before returning to the lodge for a sundowner.
Accommodation: Angama Mara (AI) (Tented Suite (Package)), Masai Mara
Masai Mara
Choose how you explore the Mara Triangle with your private guide: a full day into the more remote reaches of the reserve with a picnic lunch, or two focused drives timed to the morning and afternoon hours when animals are most active. The Mara Triangle holds the Big Five year-round, alongside giraffes, hyenas, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, several antelope species, and over 470 bird species. Your guide brings the ecology of this landscape into focus, from lion pride dynamics to the finer details of the ecosystem.
Accommodation: Angama Mara (AI) (Tented Suite (Package)), Masai Mara
Masai Mara
Take another day in the Mara on your own terms, with a range of activities available at the lodge. Choose from a walking safari along the Rift Valley escarpment through forests and open country, a visit to the Beading Studio to admire the work of Maasai women artists, or time at the pool with the plains stretching out below. For something unexpected, joining a Kenyan runner for a run is also on offer. Maasai village visits, a behind-the-scenes look at the Mara Conservancy's Canine Anti-poaching Unit, and hot-air balloon safaris can be arranged on request.
Accommodation: Angama Mara (AI) (Tented Suite (Package)), Masai Mara
Masai Mara, Nairobi
A shared transfer between the lodge and the airstrip is provided for your onward flight. Board your private charter for the return flight north from the Masai Mara to Nairobi, approximately 2 hours. Meet your driver for a private transfer between Wilson Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. Set within a 1930s manor house on the outskirts of Nairobi, Giraffe Manor is one of Kenya's most iconic addresses. Settle onto the terrace as the Ngong Hills darken behind you and Rothschild's giraffes wander the garden at close quarters. Reserved exclusively for in-house guests, afternoon tea is served with homemade pastries in a setting steeped in Nairobi's colonial history.
Accommodation: Giraffe Manor (AI) (Superior), Masai Mara
Nairobi
Reserved exclusively for overnight guests, breakfast at Giraffe Manor is served as the Rothschild's giraffes in residence cross the lawns and peer through the windows. At close quarters, the scale and character of these endangered animals is something no game drive quite prepares you for. Watch for their inquisitive tongues as they investigate what is on offer. Nairobi National Park is a remarkable wildlife reserve located just 4 miles (7 km) south of Nairobi’s city center, making it one of the only national parks in the world set against a capital city skyline. Covering approximately 117 square kilometers, it features open grass plains, acacia bush, and seasonal rivers that support a wide range of wildlife, including lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, and one of Kenya’s most successful populations of black rhinos. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust has rescued and rehabilitated more than 150 orphaned elephants, returning them to the wild herds of Tsavo. This private visit to the Trust's base at Nairobi National Park goes behind the scenes of the operation, with the chance to meet elephants and hear firsthand from the people behind their recovery.

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