Itinerary- 19 Days  Big Five Trail with Beach Extension
Day 1 Nairobi - Mountain Lodge
Arrive at JKIA. Meet and assist by African Safaris and Adventures tour guide and transfer to Mountain Lodge Hotel. This lodge is located in indigenous forest 72,000 feet up i the foothills of Mount Kenya National reserve. The lodge, a 4 storey wooden structure ws built in 1970 and overlook a natural waterhole and saltlick surrounded by dense forest. Each of the hotel rooms face directly over the waterhole so that you can view the game in the comfort and privacy of your own room. No need for a midnight dash in order to see the animals. Game most frequently seen include buffalo, elephant, rhino, forest hogs, suni, red duiker, spotted hyena and if you are lucky, a leopard. Accommodation can be in standard double rooms or VIP rooms of which there are only three. Arrive at the lodge by lunchtime. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Mountain Lodge. (L, D)

Day 2 Mount Kenya Safari Club
After breakfast, depart for the luxurious Mount Kenya Safari Club Hotel. The club with its blend of romance, history and scenery has become a Kenyan tradition. Built right at the equator on a ridge facing Mt Kenya, this sight is truly magnificent. The grounds of over 100 acres contain wide and diverse range of hotel accommodations. The hotel maintains a tradition of upscale elegance. The view is spectacular, you look across sweeping lawns, past the swimming pool to the dark evergreen of the foothill forest and further up to the clouds and peaks of Mt Kenya. There is a varied selection of things to do here. You can browse though the excellent art gallery, ride horses through the forests, laze by the pool, have a massage, play a round of golf, and visit the boutiques. Dinner and overnight at Mount Kenya Safari Club. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Mount Kenya Safari Club
Full day at Mount Kenya Safari Club. After breakfast, rest of the day at leisure. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Mount Kenya Safari Club. (B, L, D)

Day 4 Samburu
After breakfast, depart for the semi-arid Samburu Game Reserve. This game reserve is part of a lava plain that includes a varied landscape. Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. The Samburu Serena Safari Lodge is located across the river outside the Samburu National Reserve. After driving the dusty roads and trails of the area, walking into reception with its rock garden and pool full of lilies gives you the feeling of stepping into another world. It is easy to watch wildlife from this lodge. You might see an elephant family stroll very closely on the other side of the river wall you share the excitement with fellow guests when leopards are baited into floodlit view across the river. Crocodiles come up the bank practically at your feet to find their meat and wild cats watch carefully for a chance to grab some too! All meals are served buffet style in the open-sided dining room with complimentary champagne at breakfast. Afternoon game drive follows after lunch. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Serena Lodge ( B, L, D )

Day 5 Samburu
Full day at Samburu National Reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Overnight at Samburu Serena Lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 6 Samburu - Lake nakuru
after breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, a world heritage site and famous for its millions of pink flamingoes. It is home to many animals including waterbuck, leopards, the rare white rhino and rothschild giraffe. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch. Sarova Lion Hill Camp is located on a small plateau giving views of the lake; there is even a telescope for up-close viewing. Afternoon gamedrive follows. Dinner and overnight at Lion Hill Camp / Lake nakuru Lodge. (B, L, D )

Day 7 Nairobi
After breakfast, depart for a scenic drive to Nairobi. Arrive by lunchtime. Transfer to Jacaranda Hotel or Nairobi safari Club Hotel for overnight stay. (B, L, D)

Day 8 Masai mara
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Masai Mara. You shall be booked at Mara Safari Club for three nights. Arrive by lunchtime and transfer to the lodge for check-in. If you love hippos, the Mara Safari hotel is the place for you! This luxury tented lodge combines the romance of tented accommodations with all the security and comforts of a grand lodge. From the effusive hostess who greets you in her stylish African dress, to the pool which is heated, the Mara Safari Club aims to please you in every way. Each of the 45 tents is near the edge of the river bank. Near the lodge is an attractive heated pool with an outdoor bar and grill. After the evening game drive fire is lit in the lounge where tea is served. Morning walks, sundowner cocktails and bush banquets can be arranged. Dinner and overnight at Mara Safari Club/ Masai Mara sopa Lodge / Masai Mara Serena Lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 9 Masai Mara
Full day at the Masai Mara Game Reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Overnight at Mara Safari Club/ Masai Mara sopa Lodge / Masai Mara Serena Lodge. ( B, L, D )

Day 10 Masai Mara
Full day at the Masai Mara Game Reserve with morning and afternoon gamedrives. Overnight at Mara Safari Club/ Masai mara sopa Lodge / Masai mara Serena Lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 11 Nairobi - Amboseli
After breakfast, depart for Nairobi. On arrival, depart for Amboseli National Park, set at the foot of the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro and famous for its herds of elephants. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch. The lodge is the nicest and most interesting lodge in the Amboseli National Park. The rounded terra-cotta shape of the lodge resembles a Masai dwelling and wildlife and Masai themes are repeated throughout the hotel. Hanging gardens and water lilies contribute to an impression of a return to Eden. The pool, main bar and outdoor terraces overlook the surprising green grass and bush of the water hole. Afternoon game drive follows after lunch. Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge/ Amboseli Sopa Lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 12 Amboseli
Full days at Amboseli National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Overnight at Amboseli Sopa Lodge - Amboseli Serena Lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 13 Amboseli - Tsavo
After breakfast, depart for Tsavo West National Park. Arrive at the Kilaguni Lodge in time for lunch. This lodge is worth a trip because of its magnificent setting in the heart of Tsavo West Park with views of the Chyulu Hills and the snowy peaks of Kilimanjaro. First built in 1962, Kilaguni was the first luxury lodge in Kenya. The wings of the lodge set off lovely interior, grounds filled with rock gardens, bouganvillea and other tropical plants. Each room’s verandah overlooks the waterhole and Mt Kilimanjaro. The waterhole attracts large numbers of zebra, buffalo, elephant, impala, baboon and warthogs. Afternoon game drive follows after lunch. Dinner and overnight at Kilaguni Lodge.
(B, L, D)

Day 14 Tsavo West
Full day at Tsavo West National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Overnight at Kilaguni Lodge. ( B, L, D )

Day 15 Tsavo - Mombassa
After breakfast, drive down to the Kenyan Coast. You have been booked at the Whitesands Beach Hotel; this is the largest beach resort hotel on Bamburi Beach. There is a clean exotic flavour to Whitesands Beach Resort, yards of cool white marble, rows of arches and a wonderful use of water. There is an attractive wide beachfront with lawns and tall palms. The hotel also offers a wide variety of water sports.

Day 16 Mombassa
Whitesands Beach Hotel. ( B, D )

Day 17 Mombassa
Whitesands Beach Hotel. ( B, D )

Day 18 Mombassa
Whitesands Beach Hotel. ( B, D )

Day 19 Nairobi
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for flight to Nairobi. On arrival, check-in for international flight home. ( B )