Track down night creatures in Aberdare National Park, Thrill to an iconic landscape of grasslands and spreading acacias, Witness lions prowling the famous Masai Mara, Relax at a luxurious safari lodge, Be spellbound by the famous flamingos of Lake Nakuru

what's included?

Day 1 Nairobi

• At an altitude of 1,700 m, Nairobi is the continent's highest capital city.

Day 2 Aberdare National Park

• Stay at the famous Treetops Hotel in the heart of Aberdare National Park. Featuring panoramic views of the forest and waterholes below, there are opportunities for superb game viewing both night and day. Buffaloes, rhinos and giant forest hogs are common visitors here.

Day 3 Lake Nakuru

• Head west to the vast Lake Nakuru National Park in the heart of the Rift Valley. The lake is justly famous for its visiting flocks of flamingos, pelicans and cormorants but land animals are well-represented too. Rare Rothschild's giraffes and both black and white rhinos all flourish within the park's boundaries.

Days 4-5 Lake Naivasha

• Discover this birdwatchers' paradise ringed by flat-topped acacia trees. In free time its possible to cruise the lake to spot hippos, trek into Hell's Gate National Park to explore its dramatic caves and gorges or simply relax in the lakeside surrounds.

Days 6-7 Masai Mara National Reserve

• One of Africa's most famous reserves, the Masai Mara is a landscape of undulating plains and riverine woodland. The vegetation sustains buffaloes, gazelles and myriad other herbivores. In turn, these well-fed creatures are prey for black-maned lions, leopards, cheetahs and other stealthy predators. Drive out at dusk or dawn to try to catch these great cats and other wildlife in action.

Day 8 Nairobi

• Make a return to the country's capital.