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5-Day Luxury Safari in Kenya’s Giraffe Manor & Masai Mara Reserve

Pair one night at Giraffe Manor with three nights at Sala's Camp, flying into the Masai Mara for game drives and walking safaris.

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Duration
5 days
3 stops
Stays
2 stays
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Guide price
From US$9,438
per person
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Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

This five-day Kenyan escape pairs two of the country’s most extraordinary experiences: the iconic Giraffe Manor and the legendary Masai Mara. Enjoy close encounters with Rothschild giraffes before flying directly into the wilderness for three nights at exclusive Sala’s Camp, where exceptional guiding, elegant accommodations, and unforgettable wildlife encounters create a safari defined by privileged access and luxury.

  • Activities: game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
  • Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: air transfer We can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Cannot be customized
  • Not for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 18 years

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

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The complete itinerary.

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01Day 1

Day 1

Exclusive Access - The Giraffe Manor Experience

Your journey begins with a private welcome in Nairobi and a short transfer to the legendary Giraffe Manor, one of Africa’s most distinctive and sought-after stays. Set within a peaceful forested estate, this elegant boutique manor combines timeless character with the extraordinary opportunity to encounter endangered Rothschild giraffes in an intimate and beautifully refined setting. After checking in, enjoy lunch as the resident giraffes wander across the lawns and join you for an unforgettable introduction to Kenya. Later, experience the manor’s celebrated afternoon tea, where these graceful guests often return for another close encounter. Spend time exploring the gardens or relaxing within the elegant surroundings before gathering for a beautifully prepared dinner. Your first evening concludes in the quiet charm of Giraffe Manor, setting an exceptional tone for the adventure ahead.
  • Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City)
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
02Days 2–4

Days 2–4

Stunning Access - Sala's Camp and the Masai Mara

Begin your morning with one of Giraffe Manor’s signature experiences—breakfast alongside the resident Rothschild giraffes—before transferring to Wilson Airport for a scenic bush flight into the Masai Mara. Upon arrival, continue to Sala’s Camp, an intimate luxury retreat overlooking the Sand River, where elegant tented suites, private plunge pools, and sweeping wilderness views create an extraordinary sense of seclusion. Over the next three days, explore the legendary Masai Mara on expertly guided game drives in search of lion, leopard, elephant, cheetah, and wildlife that defines this ecosystem. Depending on the season, you may also witness the drama of the Great Migration. Walking safaris and nature walks offer another perspective on the landscape, while unhurried hours at camp invite you to enjoy gourmet dining, your private pool, and evenings beneath brilliant African skies.
  • Luxury+ tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
05Day 5

Day 5

Farewell to the Wild - Return to Nairobi

Wake to the sounds of the Masai Mara and enjoy a final morning surrounded by one of Africa’s most celebrated wilderness landscapes. After breakfast at Sala’s Camp, transfer to the nearby airstrip for your scenic bush flight back to Nairobi, taking in one last aerial perspective of Kenya’s sweeping plains and wildlife-rich landscapes as your safari begins to draw to a close. Upon arrival at Wilson Airport, you will be personally met and transferred to your Nairobi hotel or onward to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departing flight. Although your journey has reached its conclusion, the memories remain—breakfast with giraffes, extraordinary encounters across the Mara, evenings beneath the stars, and the warmth of Kenyan hospitality. Depart with the feeling of having experienced Kenya in a way that was personal, effortless, and unforgettable.
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Stays

Where you will stay

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Giraffe Manor Day 1 · 1 night

Giraffe Manor

Nairobi

Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City)

1 night Room confirmed with quote
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Sala’s Camp Days 2 to 4 · 3 nights

Sala's Camp

Masai Mara

Luxury+ tented camp inside Masai Mara NR

3 nights Room confirmed with quote
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What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All flights during the tour
  7. All Taxes/VAT
  8. Roundtrip airport transfer
  9. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  10. Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

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US$9,438

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Guide price

US$9,438 per person

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Journey pace

2 stays

4 nights across 5 days, following the source itinerary.

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28 Aug 2026

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