You’ll meet your driver guide upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and be transferred to Aberdare National Park, about 100km (4 hours) north of Nairobi. This is genuinely one of the most scenic family road trips you’ll ever do. Check in at The Ark Lodge upon arrival, and lunch will be served.

After settling in, you’ll embark on an afternoon game drive in Aberdare National Park, a stunning introduction to the beauty and grandeur of this park. Aberdare is known for its picturesque ravines and open moorlands featuring cascading waterfalls, abundant wildlife, lush grasslands, river valleys, and rocky ridges. The game drive ends when the sun sets, and you’ll head back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight sleep.

After a sumptuous early breakfast, you’ll go on morning and afternoon game drives to spot the park’s resident dwellers like antelopes, giraffes, lions, buffalos, rhinos, reedbucks, hyenas, monkeys, leopards, zebras, warthogs, bushbucks, baboons, bongos, and duikers, among others.

Aberdare’s habitat ranges from sub-alpine pine vegetation to sub-montane forests, grasslands, and xeromorphic evergreen forest. It also hosts over 250 species of birds, most of which are easily seen around the waterfalls. Enjoy incredible sightings, marked by a sumptuous picnic lunch taken in the heart of the park.

Start day 3 of your 10 Days Kenya Family Safari with an intimate family breakfast – it’s the perfect thing to do when you’re in the heart of a fascinating safari park. By 8 a.m., you will pack up your bags and make your way to Ol Pejeta.

Located between Mt. Kenya and the Aberdare Mountain Ranges, Ol Pejeta is a popular safari destination in Kenya, offering thrilling adventure experiences. Combined with its distinctly luxurious accommodations and a wide range of activities, this remarkable sanctuary is ideal for any Kenya family safari.

You will check in to Kicheche Laikipia Camp, a set of six luxurious, custom-designed camps that will make your stay at Ol Pejeta super comfortable.

After settling in for a while and enjoying a delicious meal and the great atmosphere, you will go on an afternoon game drive to explore the parks abundant wildlife. Two of the world’s only remaining northern white rhinos are a stirring marvel, as are the Big 5, wild dogs, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, black rhinos, buffaloes, hyenas, and hippos.

You’ll be enjoying great sightings of some of the world’s rare and endangered species. Later, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Expect uninterrupted views of wildlife at Ol Pejeta Conservancy. One such experience is the hippo hide walk, a camouflaged shelter on the Ewaso Nyiro River bank. It provides fantastic views of hippos and wildlife without disturbing them.

Your next stop will be at the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary—home to about 40 chimpanzees rescued from traumatic situations as they are not indigenous to Kenya. Some are orphaned and injured. Spend some time with Poco and others like him who’ve learned to walk, clap, spit, and even smoke like humans! Watch them eat their fruit meal, play with them, and also support this honourable cause.

Ol Pejeta Conservancy is also home to over 140 critically endangered black rhinos. You can spend the afternoon following them around. You will enjoy your delicious, packed lunch in the park and then resume game drives an hour later until sunset and head back to the base.

After a hefty breakfast, you’ll check out of the lodge and be transferred to Lake Naivasha, a perfect choice for families seeking scenic beauty and wildlife. It’s situated within the Great Rift Valley region about 3 hours away.

You will start the adventure by visiting the Sanctuary Farm for a 2-hour wildlife horse safari. It is an adrenaline-packed excursion that allows you to explore Naivasha in style. You will be introduced to these murky waters, known to host thousands of flamingos, hundreds of other bird species, animals, reptiles, and varying vegetation.

After the excursion, you will check in to Naivasha Sopa Lodge, a child-friendly property. Lunch will be served and then you can embark on more explorations including a boat safari to Crescent Island.

The dramatic landscape of Mt. Longonot has for a long time attracted hikers to brave a somewhat challenging climb for a glimpse of its beauty. This 4-hour hike offers the opportunity to explore this mountain’s gems, from its crater lake to its forested surroundings.

You will start the hike at 7 a.m., what many regard as the most challenging summit they’ve ever been to. We’ll admit it: this 9-kilometer climb is no joke, especially if you’re unfit—consider your fitness levels.

Those who brave the climb are in turn rewarded with breathtaking views of Longonot’s volcanic terrain, particularly its bubbling geysers and arresting Rift Valley cliffs. You will also enjoy views of Lake Naivasha as well as wildlife such as giraffes, Grant’s gazelles, elands, buffaloes, leopards, bushbucks, and lions.

Note: Longonot’s official hiking age limit for children is 7 years old. You will probably have to leave those below this limit behind (for this one). No worries! After all, we only consider resorts with excellent babysitting services.

On the seventh day, your 10 Days Kenya family safari heads to the famous Masai Mara Reserve. Upon arrival, you’ll check into Ilkeliani Mara Camp, an elegant, family-friendly oasis in the center of the park. You’ll be impressed by the faultless, kid-friendly amenities, and you can enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

After a quick breakfast, pack your lunch and embark on a full-day game drive in the Mara plains. Enjoy a picnic lunch organized under a croton tree shade overlooking the vast plains and then go as far as the edges of the reserve to catch up with scenes of the great migration including the dramatic River crossings.

Although you can visit Masai Mara at any time of year for excellent wildlife viewing, many travelers plan their trip around the Great Migration.

A Masai Mara hot air balloon flight over the plains will provide breathtaking views of wildlife, lush vegetation, thronged grasslands, meandering rivers, and scattered acacias below.

The balloon can be maneuvered to meet varying needs; it can be lowered to view wildlife closer or flown higher for panoramic views. The ride ends an hour later with a sumptuous breakfast served in the heart of the wilderness. You will take game drives for the rest of the day, followed by bush picnics and sundowners.

The morning activity is a cultural experience with one of Kenya’s most famous indigenous tribes – the Maasai. It offers a glimpse into their culture and way of life. Return to your vehicle an hour and a half later, for your 4-hour scenic road trip to Nairobi for your connecting flight back home.