๐ฐ๐ช Kenya & Istanbul 2027
African Safari Across the Great Rift Valley & Istanbul
An extraordinary 14-day journey through Kenya’s greatest wildlife parks and the magic of Istanbul. Cruise Lake Naivasha among hippos, walk with giraffes on Crescent Island, track endangered rhinos at Lake Nakuru, and follow the Big Five across the legendary Masai Mara in dedicated 4×4 Land Cruisers โ then finish where Europe meets Asia along the Bosphorus.
You travel in a small luxury group with a Persian-speaking tour director, handpicked hotels, and everything handled from the airport onward. All you do is enjoy the journey.
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Itinerary
Scroll through each day โ the map follows your journey.
Day 1 โ Jan 21 | Nairobi โ Lake Naivasha
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta Airport at 3:05 AM and transfer to the Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport (room reserved from the night before) for rest and breakfast. Around noon, depart in dedicated 4x4 Safari Land Cruisers, descending through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha and the Enashipai Resort & Spa. Full board.
Day 2 โ Jan 22 | Boat Safari & Crescent Island
A motorized boat safari on Lake Naivasha to see hippos and abundant birdlife, then a guided walking safari on Crescent Island among giraffes, zebras, waterbucks and gazelles in the predator-free sanctuary. Afternoon at leisure at the resort.
Day 3 โ Jan 23 | Naivasha โ Lake Nakuru National Park
Drive north to Lake Nakuru National Park and check in to the Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge overlooking the lake. An afternoon game drive in search of endangered white and black rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, waterbucks and buffaloes.
Day 4 โ Jan 24 | Full Day at Lake Nakuru
An early-morning game drive when wildlife is most active โ lions, leopards and rhinos โ then breakfast at the lodge. A second afternoon game drive around the lake and scenic viewpoints such as Baboon Cliff and Lion Hill. Full board.
Day 5 โ Jan 25 | Lake Nakuru โ Masai Mara
Travel south across the Great Rift Valley and Maasai plains to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Check in to the luxury safari tents at Sarova Mara Game Camp and enjoy an introductory game drive or an evening sundowner.
Day 6 โ Jan 26 | Masai Mara ยท Big Five & Optional Balloon
Morning and afternoon game drives tracking the Big Five plus cheetahs, hyenas, topi and wildebeest. An optional sunrise hot-air balloon safari with a bush champagne breakfast is available (at additional cost). Full board.
Day 7 โ Jan 27 | Full Day in Masai Mara
Another full day in the Mara โ morning and late-afternoon game drives, or a full-day drive with a picnic lunch toward the Mara River. In the evening, a farewell dinner and campfire under the African sky.
Day 8 โ Jan 28 | Masai Mara โ Nairobi
After a final breakfast in the bush, begin the overland journey back to Nairobi in the 4x4 Land Cruisers, stopping for lunch en route. Check in to the Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport to freshen up and rest before the early-morning flight to Istanbul.
Day 9 โ Jan 29 | Nairobi โ Istanbul
Early transfer to Jomo Kenyatta Airport; Turkish Airlines TK608 departs at 4:50 AM and arrives in Istanbul at 11:45 AM. Meet your representative, transfer to the hotel and enjoy a free afternoon.
Day 10 โ Jan 30 | Panoramic Istanbul City Tour
A panoramic city tour: รamlฤฑca Hill for stunning Bosphorus views, Beylerbeyi Palace, the Hippodrome and the majestic Hagia Sophia, ending at a leather outlet for shopping.
Day 11 โ Jan 31 | Bosphorus Cruise & Grand Bazaar
A memorable Bosphorus cruise, then free time to explore the famous Grand Bazaar before a final evening in Istanbul.
Day 12 โ Feb 1 | Istanbul โ Los Angeles
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to Istanbul Airport for Turkish Airlines TK009 home, arriving in Los Angeles the same day with unforgettable memories.
Where You'll Stay
Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport
Arrival + final night ยท Nairobi
Enashipai Resort & Spa
2 nights ยท Lake Naivasha
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
2 nights ยท Lake Nakuru
Sarova Mara Game Camp
3 nights ยท Masai Mara
Istanbul โ 4โ /5โ Hotel
3 nights ยท Istanbul
Transport & Meals Included
Round-trip Turkish Airlines flights, all scheduled safari transportation in dedicated 4×4 Safari Land Cruisers with pop-up photographic roofs, professional English-speaking driver-guides, and all airport and ground transfers are included โ with full board throughout the Kenya safari and the Istanbul sightseeing program.
What's Included & What's Not
โ Included
- Round-trip Turkish Airlines international airfare
- 4x4 Safari Land Cruisers with pop-up photographic roofs
- Professional English-speaking safari driver-guides
- Airport transfers and all scheduled ground transportation
- Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport (arrival rest + final Nairobi night)
- 2 nights Enashipai Resort & Spa, Lake Naivasha (Full Board)
- 2 nights Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, Lake Nakuru (Full Board)
- 3 nights Sarova Mara Game Camp, Masai Mara (Full Board)
- Lake Naivasha boat safari, Crescent Island walking safari & all game drives
- Park & reserve entrance/conservation fees + bottled water
- Istanbul hotel & sightseeing program with Bosphorus cruise
โ Not Included
- Kenya eTA and any visa/entry fees
- Optional Masai Mara sunrise hot-air balloon safari
- Meals & beverages not listed (incl. alcohol & premium drinks)
- Travel & medical insurance
- Gratuities/tips and personal expenses
- Single occupancy supplement (optional)
Moments from Kenya & Istanbul
Frequently Asked Questions
Travel insurance is not included but is strongly recommended, and we can help you arrange it.
Prices are based on double occupancy. A private (single) room is available for a supplement โ contact us for exact pricing.
Travel insurance is not included but is strongly recommended, and we can help you arrange it.
Fill in the booking form below or call us at (747) 312-9540. A deposit secures your place in our small group; our team guides you through the rest.
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Small luxury group ยท 14 days ยท Jan 19 โ Feb 1, 2027 ยท Turkish Airlines