10 Days 9 Nights Aberdares, Mt Kenya, Ol Pejeta, Solio Game Reserve, Mt Longonot
Overview
Explore Central Kenya’s national parks and reserves, where beautiful scenery, diverse wildlife, and a rich cultural heritage await. This route visits several of the region’s most prominent national parks, giving you a well-rounded view of the region’s natural beauties.
Schedule
Day 1: Arrival to Nairobi
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. Check into your hotel and unwind. Later in the evening explore the area and stop by sites like the Karen Blixen Museum or the Nairobi National Museum. Overnight stay in Nairobi.
Day 2: Nairobi to Aberdares National Park
Depart Nairobi early in the morning and drive to Aberdare National Park (about 3-4 hours). Check in at a park lodge or camp. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Aberdare, looking for elephants, buffalos, leopards, and other animals. Overnight in Aberdare National Park.
Lunch Dinner and Overnight stay at a Lodge
Day 3: Full day game drive at Aberdares National Park
Embark on a full day game drive in the park after breakfast. Take a guided stroll through the park’s woodlands to see the magnificent waterfalls. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a picturesque location and continue with the game drives in search of more wildlife sightings.
Breakfast Dinner and Overnight stay at a Lodge.
Day 4: Aberdare to Mount Kenya National Park
Depart Aberdare National Park and travel (about 2-3 hours) to Mount Kenya National Park. Upon arrival check into our resort/camp. Relax and take in the breathtaking scenery.
Overnight stay at Serena Mountain Lodge or equivalent.
Day 5: Full day hike at mount Kenya National Park
Begin your ascent of Mount Kenya early in the morning. Join a guided hike to Point Lenana, the mountain’s third highest summit. Take shots of the amazing vistas of the surrounding landscapes. Descend and return to your lodging.
Breakfast, Dinner and Overnight stay at Serena Mountain Lodge or equvalent.
Day 6: Mount Kenya to Ol Pejeta Conserservacy
Early morning departure from Mount Kenya and head towards Ol Pejeta Conservancy (around 3-4 hours). Check in to your lodge/camps. Embark on an afternoon game drive in search of the Big Five and other species. Learn about the conservation activities at the chimp sanctuary.
Overnight stay at Sweetwater’s Serena Camp or equivalent.
Day 7: Ol Pejeta to Solio Game Reserve
Enjoy a morning game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Enjoy the rich fauna and stunning scenery in the conservancy. Visit the northern white rhino enclosure, which is on the verge of extinction. After lunch, drive for about an hour to Solio Game Reserve. Check into Solio Game Reserve lodge/ camp. Enjoy an evening game drive in search of rhinos and other wildlife.
Overnight stay at Solio Lodge.
Day 8: Solio to Mount Longonot National Park
Spend the morning on a game drive in Solio Game Reserve, looking for rhino sightings. Enjoy the breathtaking vistas and take great images. Afterwards, drive to Mount Longonot National Park (around 3-4 hours). Check into assigned resort or camp.
Overnight stay at Kedong Ranch House
Day 9: Full day hike at Mount Longonot National Park
Begin your day with a hike to the summit of Mount Longonot. Explore the unique volcanic environment and take in the panoramic views from the crater rim. Descend and return to the lodge. Relax and ponder on your adventure across Central Kenya.
Overnight stay at Kedong Ranch House
Day 10: Return to Nairobi
Depart from the national parks and return to Nairobi (approximately 2 hours). Explore Nairobi’s markets for some last-minute souvenir shopping. Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, enjoying traditional Kenyan cuisine. Later, transfer to the airport for your departure.
