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Private Tailor Made Tour
Kenya Grand Air Odyssey is a premium 9-day luxury fly-in safari crafted for travellers who want East Africa to feel beautifully paced, personal and deeply connected to the landscape.
The journey moves through Kenya with a route shaped around Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Samburu National Reserve. It balances signature wildlife areas, scenic transitions, carefully selected stays and enough breathing room for the experience to feel refined rather than rushed.
Accommodation is an important part of the journey, with stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, Sanctuary Olonana used as route anchors where available and suitable for the traveller's dates, budget and preferred style.
Rift & Tide Africa can tailor the final routing, pace, rooming, guiding style and optional experiences before a confirmed proposal is prepared.
Travel and accommodation
9 Days / 8 Nights, 2 countries, Arrival in Nairobi to Nairobi - Departure
8 nights accommodation
Meals
Meals as per day-by-day itinerary
Safari style
Luxury Fly-In Safari
Private Tailor Made
Itinerary
4 stops across the route
Trip code: RTT-SC001
Starting from
Price on request
Public retail pricing. Final quote confirms availability and inclusions.
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Route notes
FAQs
Answers are general public guidance. Your final itinerary, inclusions, pricing, and supplier conditions are confirmed during quotation.
Yes, it can work well for first-time safari travellers because the route is structured around recognised safari areas, clear logistics and guided experiences. Rift & Tide Africa can adjust the pace and accommodation level before quotation.
Yes. The itinerary can be arranged as a private journey, subject to routing, accommodation availability, flight schedules and the traveller's preferred budget level.
Routing, number of nights, accommodation level, domestic flights, beach extensions, special interests, private guiding and optional activities can be adjusted before the final proposal is confirmed.
Peak safari seasons and migration periods should be booked early, especially for luxury camps, fly-in routes and small high-demand properties.
Yes. Rift & Tide Africa can adjust the number of nights, accommodation level, private guiding, flight sectors, beach extensions and pacing before the final quote is prepared.
Named accommodations may be used as the preferred style or route reference, but final confirmation depends on availability, budget, dates and supplier conditions at the time of quotation.
FAQs
Answers are general public guidance. Your final itinerary, inclusions, pricing, and supplier conditions are confirmed during quotation.
Public prices are indicative retail guidance. Availability, seasonal adjustments, rooming, and final inclusions are confirmed when the team prepares your quote.
Many scheduled routes can be adapted with lodge, timing, or extension changes depending on availability and supplier rules.
Share travel dates, traveller count, rooming preferences, gateway city, and any must-see destinations or experiences so the team can respond efficiently.
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Plan this journey
Ask Rift & Tide Africa to tailor Kenya Grand Air Odyssey around your travel dates, preferred pace, accommodation style and safari goals.
Kenya, Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Amboseli National Park, Wilson Airport, Mount Kilimanjaro, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Samburu National Reserve, Buffalo Springs National Reserve, Masai Mara
Trip route
Follow the day-by-day flow of this itinerary across East Africa.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Arrival in Nairobi
Amboseli National Park
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Mapped stop
Amboseli National Park
Mapped stop
Samburu National Reserve
Amboseli to Samburu
Mapped stop
Buffalo Springs National Reserve
Samburu National Reserve
Mapped stop
Amboseli National Park
Samburu to Masai Mara
Mapped stop
Amboseli National Park
Masai Mara - First Full Day
Mapped stop
Amboseli National Park
Masai Mara - Final Full Day
Mapped stop
Amboseli National Park
Masai Mara to Nairobi - Departure
Mapped stop
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to the elegant Hemingways Nairobi. Nestled in the serene suburb of Karen, this boutique hotel offers personalized service, exquisite dining, and a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for a restful start to your journey. Overnight at Hemingways Nairobi (bed and breakfast).
The day is paced around the wider route through Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, giving travellers enough time to enjoy the setting without losing the comfort expected from a premium Rift & Tide Africa journey.
Accommodation and activity timing are aligned with selected stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, subject to availability and the final confirmed routing.
After breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to Amboseli National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the luxurious Elewana Tortilis Camp, a haven of comfort in the heart of the wild. Spend the morning at leisure, soaking in the panoramic vistas. Later, embark on an exhilarating afternoon game drive, where you may encounter lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and an array of birdlife. Dinner and overnight at Elewana Tortilis Camp.
Stay details available on request.
Stay details available on request.
Stay details available on request.
Stay details available on request.
Stay details available on request.
Featured stays
Named stays are subject to availability or comparable alternatives.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Departures
Contact us for current departure dates and quotation-stage availability.
Planning notes
Kenya safaris can be rewarding throughout the year. Dry-season months are popular for wildlife viewing and Mara migration travel, while greener months can offer beautiful scenery, softer light and a quieter safari feel.
Good to know
Yes. The itinerary can be positioned for premium clients through upgraded lodges, private transfers, fly-in sectors, carefully chosen guides and a more unhurried route.
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Rwenzori Foothills Trek is a 5-day Uganda journey designed around refined pacing, meaningful wildlife encounters and carefully selected lodges, with a route shaped around Entebbe, Rwenzori Mountains.
5 Days / 4 Nights
Price on request
The day is paced around the wider route through Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, giving travellers enough time to enjoy the setting without losing the comfort expected from a premium Rift & Tide Africa journey.
Accommodation and activity timing are aligned with selected stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, subject to availability and the final confirmed routing.
Enjoy a full day exploring Amboseli's diverse landscapes with thrilling morning and afternoon game drives. Keep your camera ready as you witness the majestic elephants against the backdrop of Africa's highest peak. In between game drives, relax and take advantage of the luxurious amenities at your camp, including spa treatments and an infinity pool with spectacular views. All meals and overnight at Elewana Tortilis Camp.
The day is paced around the wider route through Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, giving travellers enough time to enjoy the setting without losing the comfort expected from a premium Rift & Tide Africa journey.
Accommodation and activity timing are aligned with selected stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, subject to availability and the final confirmed routing.
After an early breakfast, enjoy a scenic flight to Samburu National Reserve, a lesser-visited gem boasting unique wildlife such as the Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, and Somali ostrich. Upon arrival, transfer to the intimate Elephant Bedroom Camp, located along the Ewaso Nyiro River, where elephants often roam freely. After lunch, set out on an afternoon game drive to explore this rugged yet beautiful terrain. Dinner and overnight at Elephant Bedroom Camp.
The day is paced around the wider route through Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, giving travellers enough time to enjoy the setting without losing the comfort expected from a premium Rift & Tide Africa journey.
Accommodation and activity timing are aligned with selected stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, subject to availability and the final confirmed routing.
Spend a full day on thrilling game drives in Samburu and Buffalo Springs National Reserves, home to the famed Samburu Special Five and large predators like leopards and lions. Between drives, unwind at the camp while watching wildlife from your private deck. All meals and overnight at Elephant Bedroom Camp.
The day is paced around the wider route through Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, giving travellers enough time to enjoy the setting without losing the comfort expected from a premium Rift & Tide Africa journey.
Accommodation and activity timing are aligned with selected stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, subject to availability and the final confirmed routing.
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to the Masai Mara National Reserve, the crown jewel of Kenya's safari circuit. Upon arrival, you will be met by expert guides and transferred to Olonana Luxury Camp, an award-winning lodge renowned for its refined service and prime location along the Mara River. Enjoy lunch and an afternoon game drive, where you might witness the legendary Big Five. Dinner and overnight at Olonana Luxury Camp.
The day is paced around the wider route through Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, giving travellers enough time to enjoy the setting without losing the comfort expected from a premium Rift & Tide Africa journey.
Accommodation and activity timing are aligned with selected stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, subject to availability and the final confirmed routing.
Immerse yourself in two full days of unparalleled wildlife viewing in the Masai Mara. Whether it's witnessing the dramatic Great Migration (seasonal), spotting elusive leopards in the acacia trees, or enjoying a hot air balloon safari (optional) over the golden savannah, every moment in the Mara is magical. Take advantage of the camp's exclusive experiences, including cultural visits to a Masai village and guided nature walks. All meals and overnight at Olonana Luxury Camp.
The day is paced around the wider route through Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, giving travellers enough time to enjoy the setting without losing the comfort expected from a premium Rift & Tide Africa journey.
Accommodation and activity timing are aligned with selected stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, subject to availability and the final confirmed routing.
Immerse yourself in two full days of unparalleled wildlife viewing in the Masai Mara. Whether it's witnessing the dramatic Great Migration (seasonal), spotting elusive leopards in the acacia trees, or enjoying a hot air balloon safari (optional) over the golden savannah, every moment in the Mara is magical. Take advantage of the camp's exclusive experiences, including cultural visits to a Masai village and guided nature walks. All meals and overnight at Olonana Luxury Camp.
The day is paced around the wider route through Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, giving travellers enough time to enjoy the setting without losing the comfort expected from a premium Rift & Tide Africa journey.
Accommodation and activity timing are aligned with selected stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, subject to availability and the final confirmed routing.
After breakfast, enjoy a final scenic flight back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, indulge in a sumptuous lunch at the famous Carnivore Restaurant, known for its a relaxed farewell meal and lively atmosphere. Later, relax at Tamarind Tree Hotel with a day room booked for your convenience. In the evening, transfer to JKIA for your outbound flight, marking the end of an extraordinary Kenyan adventure.
The day is paced around the wider route through Kenya, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, giving travellers enough time to enjoy the setting without losing the comfort expected from a premium Rift & Tide Africa journey.
Accommodation and activity timing are aligned with selected stays such as Hemingways Nairobi, Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elephant Bedroom Camp, subject to availability and the final confirmed routing.
