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Wildlife Encounters

The Big Five

There can be no greater thrill than witnessing Africa's Big Five in the wild.

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Africa's Most Iconic Wildlife Encounters

The Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, Cape buffalo and rhino — are the most sought-after wildlife sightings on the African continent. These legendary animals earned their name not for their size, but for the challenge they once posed to hunters on foot. Today, they represent the pinnacle of any safari experience.

Kenya's Maasai Mara, Amboseli and Tsavo are among the finest Big Five destinations in the world, offering year-round sightings in spectacular landscapes. From the golden grasslands of the Mara to the snow-capped backdrop of Kilimanjaro, every game drive holds the promise of an unforgettable encounter.

Highlights

Guaranteed lion sightings in the Maasai Mara
Black and white rhino tracking in Ol Pejeta
Elephant herds up close in Amboseli
Leopard hotspots in the Laikipia Plateau
Cheetah, wild dog and over 570 bird species
Expert Kenya Wildlife Service-certified guides
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The Big Five Packages

06 Days Karibu Kenya Luxury Tour Luxury Pick
01
Amboseli National Park · Masai Mara · Lake Naivasha
6 Days
Luxury Lodge
06 Days Karibu Kenya Luxury Tour
Experience the magic of Masai Mara along with some of Kenya's lesser known natural charms on this 6 day safari. Get close and personal with Africa's most sought-after wildlife and the annual Great Migration — with accommodation at the finest lodges in each reserve.
From
$1,495
per person
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08 Days Across Kenya Epic Safari Epic Journey
02
Nairobi · Aberdare · Lake Nakuru · Maasai Mara · Naivasha · Amboseli
8 Days
Lodge Safari
08 Days Across Kenya Epic Safari
A truly immersive African experience that brings the wilds of Kenya all the way to your doorstep. No surround-sound quite like the African bush under an endless star-studded sky. Witness the amazing annual event of the great migration across six iconic destinations.
From
$2,365
per person
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07 Days Northern Kenya Safari Circuit
03
Nairobi · Aberdare · Mount Kenya · Samburu · Meru National Park
7 Days
Northern Circuit
07 Days Northern Kenya Safari Circuit
Experience the magnificent central Kenya ranges — the tallest mountain in Kenya — into the semi-arid region of Samburu north of the equator, and culminating at the land of Elesʼs kopjes in Meru National Park. A journey through Kenya's untamed north.
From
$3,250
per person
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12 Days Lodge Safari Across Kenya and Tanzania Cross-Border
04
Nakuru · Naivasha · Masai Mara · Serengeti · Ngorongoro · Manyara · Amboseli
12 Days
Kenya & Tanzania
12 Days Lodge Safari Across Kenya & Tanzania
Enjoy this amazing safari in a customised pop-up roof 4×4 Safari Jeep. Witness unmistakable drama on the bordering lands of the Masai Mara and the Serengeti — two parks that feed an ecosystem nurturing millions of animals across two countries.
From
$5,850
per person
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04 Days Kenya Lodge Safari
05
Masai Mara · Great Rift Valley
4 Days
Lodge Safari
04 Days Kenya Lodge Safari
Explore through the great Rift Valley and the greater Masai Mara in four days. This tour gives the greatest opportunity to see the Big 5 animals and savannah grassland. The accommodations are well sorted to meet the best of your comfort and style at a very affordable price.
From
$1,220
per person
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7 Days Adventure Family Safaris
06
Nairobi · Samburu · Masai Mara
7 Days
Adventure
7 Days Adventure Family Safari
A fun-filled Kenyan adventure safari in the heart of the Masai Mara, home of the great wildebeest migration. Starting with Nairobi, the city under the sun, journeying through Samburu's unique wildlife and culminating in the iconic Masai Mara ecosystem.
From
$4,150
per person
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8 Days Kenya Big 5 & Rhino Tracking Safari Rhino Tracking
07
Masai Mara · Nakuru · Hell's Gate · Amboseli
8 Days
Lodge Safari
8 Days Kenya Big 5 & Rhino Tracking Safari
This tour combines Kenya's arid Samburu savannahs with the lush grasslands of the Masai Mara — a wide diversity of wildlife and scenery as well as different cultures and experiences. With three different lodges on an 8-day itinerary, ideal for those looking to make the most of their time in Kenya.
From
$1,220
per person
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Design Your Own Big Five Safari
08
Your Choice · Any Reserve · Any Budget
100% Bespoke
Private Safari
Design Your Own Big Five Safari
Tell us which animals top your wish list and we build an itinerary around the best sighting locations, seasons and private conservancies — just for you. No templates, no compromises, no limits.
Tailored
Any
Budget
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James & Patricia Nolan
★★★★★
"We saw all five on day two in the Mara. Day three in Amboseli had a herd of 200 elephants walking past our tent. Dawn Safaris exceeded every expectation."
James & Patricia Nolan
7 Days Big Five Classic · Nairobi & Mara
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