Dazzling Dubai & Kenya Safari
The glamorous desert oasis of Dubai, then Nairobi, a boat safari on Lake Naivasha, a game drive in Hell's Gate and three game drives in Masai Mara
| Style | Small Group Tour Tour escorts & guides for some segments | ||
| Departures | August – December 2026 | Group Size | 16 travelers max |
| Themes | Active, Nature & Wildlife | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This moderately-paced, partially escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. This tour also includes long scenic drives between destinations, sometimes on bumpy unpaved roads and may have limited rest stops. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
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Get ready for a journey that dazzles from start to finish. Your adventure begins in Dubai, a city where tradition and modern innovation come together. Explore its striking skyline, wander through historic souks, and enjoy outstanding dining in a place that has grown from desert outpost to international center in just a generation.
Your travels then continue to Kenya, where exceptional wildlife and wide open landscapes await. From the lively rhythm of Nairobi to the peaceful waters of Lake Naivasha and the famed plains of the Masai Mara, you will be met with genuine hospitality throughout your stay. This itinerary brings two distinct destinations together for one unforgettable trip.
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round-trip flights from New York (JFK) on scheduled carriers, including taxes & fees
- 9 nights accommodations, plus day-use room on Day 11
- 19 meals: 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 4 dinners, including a special farewell lunch at the famous Carnivore Restaurant
- All ground transportation and transfers
- Comprehensive tour program including entrance fees
- Professional, English-speaking tour guide
- Hell's Gate National Park, boat safari on Lake Naivasha
- 3 game drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve
Optional add-ons
- Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
- Desert Safari with BBQ
- Day trip to Abu Dhabi
Why you'll love it
- Enjoy the glitz and glamour of Dubai and some of the best wildlife safari experiences that Kenya has to offer!
- Tour Dubai's highlights, including the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, and more.
- Board a traditional abra and glide through Dubai's waterways, passing by admirable landmarks.
- Visit the elephant babies that inhabit the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphans' Nursery.
- Gaze upon the cliffs, rock towers, and volcanoes at Hell's Gate National Park, one of the most atmospheric Parks in Africa.
- Embark on a safari boat ride on Lake Naivasha to observe wildlife in this rich environment.
- Search for lions, cheetahs, ostriches and more roaming the grassy plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve.
- Explore the Karen Blixen Museum, once home to "Out of Africa" author Karen Blixen.
- Feed giraffes at the Langata Giraffe Center, established with the goal to protect the endangered Rothschild's giraffe.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA
- 2 Dubai
- 3 Dubai
- 4 Dubai
- Optional Excursion: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner, $120
- 5 Dubai
- Optional Excursion: Day Trip to Abu Dhabi, $200
- 6 Dubai & Nairobi
- 7 Nairobi & Lake Naivasha
- 8 Lake Naivasha
- 9 Masai Mara Game Reserve
- 10 Masai Mara Game Reserve
- Optional Excursion: Masai Mara Hot Air Balloon Safari with champagne breakfast
- Optional Excursion: Masai Village Tour
- 11 Masai Mara & Nairobi/Depart Kenya
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Day 1 Depart USA
- Your adventure begins as you depart the USA on your overnight flight bound for the United Arab Emirates
Day 2 Dubai
- Meet your tour representative upon arrival and transfer to your hotel
Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek or similar
Day 3 Dubai
- Explore the Al Fahidi Historical District and cross Dubai Creek by a traditional abra
- Browse the city’s gold and spice souks
- Enjoy lunch at the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU)
Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 4 Dubai
- Visit the city's highlights, including the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina, Atlantis photo stop, and Souk Madinat Jumeirah
- Join an optional Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner Excursion
Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek or similarBreakfast
Day 5 Dubai
- Spend the day at leisure or join an optional day trip to Abu Dhabi
Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek or similarBreakfast
Day 6 Dubai & Nairobi
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Nairobi
- Upon arrival in Nairobi, following customs and immigration formalities, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel
EKA Hotel Nairobi or similarBreakfast
Day 7 Nairobi & Lake Naivasha
- Visit the Karen Blixen Museum
- Visit the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
- Depart Nairobi for the Great Rift Valley
- After lunch and check-in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure
Lake Naivasha Country Club or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 8 Lake Naivasha
- After breakfast, take a game drive in Hell's Gate National Park
- Return to the lodge for lunch
- Embark on a safari boat ride on Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha Country Club or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 9 Masai Mara Game Reserve
- After breakfast, depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve
- Arrive at the lodge and enjoy lunch
- Take your first game drive this afternoon
Zebra Plains Mara Camp or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 10 Masai Mara Game Reserve
- Embark on a morning game drive, or take an optional hot air balloon safari
- Have lunch at the lodge, followed by some free time to relax
- Enjoy a late afternoon game drive
Zebra Plains Mara CampBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 11 Masai Mara & Nairobi/Depart Kenya
- After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara for Nairobi
- Enjoy a farewell lunch at the famous Carnivore Restaurant
- Next, stop at the Langata Giraffe Center
- Enjoy time to relax in your day-use room
- Transfer to the airport for your overnight return flight back to the USA
Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi AirportBreakfast & lunch
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Travel visas are required for this package. Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 12 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
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