CT-11 · Camptrek · Itinerary reference

Kenya birding & wildlife photography

A 17-day Kenya photography circuit linking northern reserves, the Mara and Rift Valley lakes with Amboseli. After the transfer from Naivasha, a separate full Amboseli day precedes the return to Nairobi. Duration follows the complete daily narrative.

17 days · Kenya

Aberdare → Meru → Samburu → Ol Pejeta → Solio → Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha → Lake Elementaita → Amboseli

Camptrek · Kenya birding & wildlife photography

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The complete daily narrative gives 17 days: Naivasha to Amboseli on day 15, a full Amboseli day on day 16, then Nairobi on day 17. The source heading says 16 days and repeats day 15; original labels are retained in the source record. Some sharing rates exceed solo rates, so no starting price is promoted. Confirm dates and costs in a written quote.

Journey overview

Private and customisable itinerary
Bird, wildlife and landscape photography
Source accepts solo bookings
Dates subject to availability

Source platform: Camptrek. Operator: Camptrek Safaris. This independently prepared reference does not represent a WeGoSafari field journey.

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Kenya birding & wildlife photography

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Day 1Itinerary days 1NairobiApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 1–2Itinerary days 1–2AberdareApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 2–4Itinerary days 2–4MeruApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 4–6Itinerary days 4–6SamburuApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 6–8Itinerary days 6–8Ol PejetaApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 8–9Itinerary days 8–9SolioApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 9–10Itinerary days 9–10Lake NakuruApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 10–13Itinerary days 10–13Maasai MaraApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 13–14Itinerary days 13–14Lake NaivashaApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 14Itinerary days 14Lake ElementaitaApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 14–15Itinerary days 14–15Lake NaivashaApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 15–17Itinerary days 15–17AmboseliApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.
Day 17Itinerary days 17NairobiApproximate area centre. See the daily itinerary for nights, accommodation and transfers.

Daily areas and overnight options

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Day 1

Nairobi → Aberdare

Drive through Kenya’s highlands to Aberdare Country Club for lunch, then continue to The Ark. Its viewing decks overlook a lit waterhole and salt lick; staff may alert rooms to notable night sightings.

Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner · Drinking water

Accommodation choices

AThe Ark

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BTree tops

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Days 2–3

Aberdare → Meru → Meru

Day 2 · Travel from Aberdares to Meru, allow roughly 4–6 hours, and arrive for lunch. Explore the park by vehicle in the afternoon before returning for dinner.

Day 3 · Explore Meru with morning and afternoon drives and a picnic lunch. The route may include places associated with Elsa the lioness before returning to the lodge for dinner.

Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner · Drinking water

Overnight choices for these days

AElsa Kopje Meru

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Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru · Exterior and setting

Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru · Swimming pool

Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru · Terrace and view

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BIkweta Safari Camp

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Ikweta Safari Camp · Exterior and setting

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CRhino River Camp

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Days 4–5

Meru → Samburu → Samburu

Day 4 · Drive to Samburu in about 3–4 hours, have lunch and take an afternoon game drive. Look for northern species such as Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe and gerenuk.

Day 5 · Spend the day on morning and afternoon drives around Samburu and the Ewaso Nyiro River, with a lunch break and time to rest at camp.

Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner · Drinking water
Travel estimate: 4 hours

Overnight choices for these days

AElephant Bedroom Camp

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Elephant Bedroom Camp · Exterior and setting

Elephant Bedroom Camp · Property setting

Elephant Bedroom Camp · Terrace and view

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BSamburu Larsens Camp

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Soroi Larsens Camp · Exterior and setting

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CSamburu Intrepids Camp.

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Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp · Exterior and setting

Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp · Guest room

Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp · Dining area

Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp · Swimming pool

Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp · Bathroom

Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp · Surrounding landscape

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Days 6–7

Samburu → Ol Pejeta → Ol Pejeta

Day 6 · Continue south to Ol Pejeta for lunch at Sweetwaters, then visit the chimpanzee sanctuary and explore the conservancy. Confirm access and charges for any specialist conservation encounters.

Day 7 · Explore Ol Pejeta in two drives with lunch at the lodge. The source mentions chimpanzee and northern white rhino conservation visits; specialist access requires confirmation and is not a guaranteed close encounter.

Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner · Drinking water

Overnight choices for these days

ASweet water Serena

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Sweetwaters Serena Camp · Exterior and setting

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BTambarare camp

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Tambarare Camp, an A&K Sanctuary · Exterior and setting

Tambarare Camp, an A&K Sanctuary · Guest room

Tambarare Camp, an A&K Sanctuary · Dining area

Tambarare Camp, an A&K Sanctuary · Bathroom

Tambarare Camp, an A&K Sanctuary · Lounge

Tambarare Camp, an A&K Sanctuary · Terrace and view

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CAsilia Olpejeta Bush Camp

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Asilia Ol Pejeta Bush Camp · Exterior and setting

Asilia Ol Pejeta Bush Camp · Dining area

Asilia Ol Pejeta Bush Camp · Property setting

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Day 8

Ol Pejeta → Solio

Make the short transfer to Solio, approximately 40–50 km and 1–2 hours. Explore its rhino habitat, with lunch at the lodge or as a picnic according to the confirmed plan.

Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner · Drinking water
Travel estimate: 40-50 km · 1-2 hours

Accommodation choices

ARhino Watch Camp

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BSolio Lodge

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Day 9

Solio → Lake Nakuru

Drive through the highlands to Nakuru, around 4–5 hours. Have lunch after check-in, then explore the lakeshore and surrounding woodland on an afternoon drive.

Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner · Drinking water
Travel estimate: 4-5 hours

Accommodation choices

ASarova Lion Hills

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Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge · Exterior and setting

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge · Guest room

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge · Dining area

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge · Terrace and view

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge · Property setting

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge · Swimming pool

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BThe Cliff Nakuru

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The Cliff Nakuru Lodge · Exterior and setting

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CMbweha camp

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Days 10–12

Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara → Maasai Mara

Day 10 · Take an early Nakuru drive before travelling to the Mara, stopping for lunch near Narok. A Maasai village experience follows arrival; the source estimates 5–6 hours for the transfer.

Day 11 · Spend a full day exploring the Mara with breaks at the lodge. Migration crossings depend on natural conditions and are not guaranteed. A balloon outing can be requested at additional cost.

Day 12 · Choose split morning and afternoon drives with a midday lodge break, or a full day out with packed lunch. Return in the evening for dinner.

Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner · Drinking water
Travel estimate: 5 hours

Overnight choices for these days

AAshnil Mara Camp

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BSarova Mara Game Camp

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Sarova Mara Game Camp · Exterior and setting

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CMara Intrepids Tented Camp

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Mara Intrepids Camp · Exterior and setting

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Days 13–14

Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha → Lake Naivasha

Day 13 · Drive to Lake Naivasha after breakfast, around 4–5 hours. Arrive for lunch and spend a free afternoon resting at the lakeside lodge.

Day 14 · Optional boating and a Crescent Island walk start the day. Later visit Lake Elementaita, about 35 km away, for birdwatching and a walk or short drive before returning to Naivasha.

Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner · Drinking water
Day 13 · Travel estimate: 4-5 hours
Day 14 · Travel estimate: 35 km

Overnight choices for these days

ANaivasha Sopa

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Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort · Exterior and setting

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort · Swimming pool

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort · Property setting

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BLake Naivasha Enashipai

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Enashipai Resort & Spa · Exterior and setting

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CSawela Lodge

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Days 15–16

Day 16 follows the full daily narrative. The source labels this entry day 15; the original record is retained.

Lake Naivasha → Amboseli → Amboseli

Day 15 · Leave early for Amboseli, around 5–6 hours by road. Check in for lunch and explore the wetlands and open plains on an afternoon drive.

Day 16 · Choose a full-day Amboseli drive with packed lunch or split the day into early and late drives, with meals and a midday rest at camp.

Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner · Drinking water
Travel estimate: 5-6 hours

Overnight choices for these days

AOltukao Lodge

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Ol Tukai Lodge Amboseli · Exterior and setting

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BAmboseli Serena

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Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge · Guest room

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge · Dining area

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge · Swimming pool

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge · Terrace and view

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge · Property setting

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CTortilis Camp

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Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli · Terrace and view

Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli · Guest room

Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli · Dining area

Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli · Property setting

Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli · Exterior and setting

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Day 17

Day 17 follows the full daily narrative. The source labels this entry day 16; the original record is retained.

Amboseli → Nairobi

Return to Nairobi after breakfast, with an optional restaurant lunch before the hotel or airport drop-off. A Diani or Mombasa extension can be quoted separately.

Meals: The overall plan lists breakfast, lunch, dinner and water. Confirm the coverage for this stay in the quote.

Tour ends; no overnight stay included.

Published rates per person

USD reference rates per person for two adults sharing. Confirm travel dates for any season-only quotation.

Source checked 2026-10-12. Confirm the final room category, price and availability with the operator.

Source rate schedule · per person
Departure period	Solo / one room	Two people / one room
High Season — confirm dates	US$ 10,802	US$ 21,604

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Inclusions & exclusions

Included

Non-resident park entry charges
Scheduled activities, excluding optional extras
Listed accommodation at the standard quoted category
English-speaking driver-guide
Scheduled transport, excluding optional upgrades
Taxes and VAT included in the quoted arrangement
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Meals specified for each day
Drinks explicitly specified in the itinerary
Drinking water during safari activities
AMREF Flying Doctors evacuation cover; confirm terms, as this is not comprehensive travel insurance

Excluded

International flights to and from your home country
Extra nights before or after the itinerary
Tips; the source suggests US$10 per traveller per day
Personal spending, visas and individual travel insurance
Later government increases in taxes or park charges

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