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Trip Overview
Duration
9 Days | 8 Nights
Guide
James Hendry
Date
6 – 14 September 2026
Location
Naivasha
Amboseli National Park
Masai Mara National Reserve
Our East African adventure begins in the highlands of Kenya, where you’ll be joined by the inimitable James Hendry as your private guide throughout the journey.
Your first stop is the tranquil Loldia House, nestled on a 6,500-acre family farm overlooking Lake Naivasha. With its rich colonial history and relaxed atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to settle into the rhythm of safari life, whether by the pool, on a boat trip, or during a gentle game drive.
From here, you’ll fly to Amboseli, home of iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and vast herds of elephant, including the legendary Craig, one of Africa’s last great tuskers.
Your final destination is the world-famous Masai Mara, where you’ll stay at Governors’ Camp, right in the heart of big cat territory. If timing allows, you may even witness the Great Wildebeest Migration. But whether or not the herds arrive, this journey guided by James promises to be the ultimate East African safari.
Your Private Guide
James Hendry
Private Safari Guide
With over two decades of guiding experience and academic credentials in both Wildlife Science and Human Development, James offers a distinctive blend of insight, humour and depth. He holds a BSc in Wildlife Science, an MPhil in Human Development, and the highest FGASA guiding qualifications, grounding his safaris in both expertise and understanding.
Since joining WildEarth in 2015, James has become a familiar presence to thousands of nature lovers across the globe. He thrives on sparking curiosity and joy, bringing Africa’s landscapes and wildlife to life through sharp storytelling, thoughtful commentary and the occasional well-timed laugh.
Guests often remember James for his wit, warmth and engaging explanations of evolutionary biology. They also tend to mention that he’s a little shorter in person than expected. His favourite animals are leopards and wild dogs, both of which have given him some of his most meaningful experiences on foot.
A fun fact? He once was a porridge salesman.
The Lodges
Loldia House
Loldia House is an ideal spot to rest, taste the pleasures of Kenyan country life and explore the wonders of the Great Rift Valley.
Set amidst a 6,500-acre family farm on the shores of Lake Naivasha, this charming property is steeped in history, dating back to 1943. Guests are invited to enjoy a gentle pace of life, relaxing by the pool, taking in the views, or heading out on a game drive.
In the original family home, there is a master en-suite bedroom. Close by are three guest cottages (each housing two separate en-suite rooms) and two luxury suites (with private plunge pools), offering incredible views across the lake. Our poolside spa provides a range of massages using 100% natural products by The Wild Herb Company.
Loldia House has been awarded a GOLD Eco Rating from Eco–Tourism Kenya due to our sustainable tourism practices.
Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
Amboseli is best known for its unrivalled views of Kilimanjaro and the local elephant population. There are over 1000 elephants in the park’s eco-system, featuring some of the largest in Africa. Elewana Tortilis Camp is situated in one of Amboseli’s areas of Acacia Tortilis woodland, with the majestic backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain, and the World’s highest free-standing mountain, snow-capped Kilimanjaro. Game drives, walks, sundowners and bush meals take place both inside the park and within a private 30,000-acre game concession. The tents are all spacious, with king or twin beds and elegant ensuite bathrooms. There is a main lounge, bar and dining area, all exquisitely built with natural materials and thatched roofs.
Governors' Camp
Governors’ Camp is Africa’s first permanent luxury tented camp, remaining in its original site since 1972. It occupies the best wildlife viewing location in the Reserve, nestled in the riverine forest along the winding banks of the Mara River, its waters teeming with bird-life, hippos and crocodiles. It is perfect for couples, families and friends wanting to experience the best of what a safari in the Masai Mara has to offer.
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Sunday, 6 September 2026
Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport • Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by a representative, fast tracked through customs and immigration, and assisted with your luggage. You will then be transferred to the Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel, located just 15 minutes away.
Day 2 – 3: Monday, 7 September 2026 to Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Loldia House • Naivasha
This morning, you will be transferred to Wilson Airport for your flight to Loldia House on the shores of Lake Naivasha. Set on a 6,500 acre farm, the property offers sweeping views and a relaxed pace of life. Days can be spent on game drives, boat excursions on Lake Naivasha, guided walks, or simply resting by the pool.
Day 4 – 5: Wednesday, 9 September 2026 to Thursday, 10 September 2026
Elewana Tortilis Camp • Amboseli National Park
Transfer back to Wilson Airport and fly to Amboseli National Park, home to over 1,500 elephants and sweeping views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Elewana Tortilis Camp lies in a grove of Tortilis acacia woodland with panoramic vistas of the mountain. Game drives, walking safaris, sundowners, and bush meals are all part of the experience, with the possibility of encountering Amboseli’s famed tuskers.
Day 6 – 8: Friday, 11 September 2026 to Sunday, 13 September 2026
Governors’ Camp • Masai Mara National Reserve
Board a light aircraft flight from Amboseli to the Masai Mara. Governors’ Camp, established in 1972, sits along the banks of the Mara River and offers unrivalled access to some of Africa’s finest game viewing. Morning and afternoon drives provide the chance to encounter lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, and buffalo, and if the timing is right, the wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River. Evenings bring campfire gatherings and the sounds of the wild surrounding you.
Day 9: Monday, 14 September 2026
Masai Mara National Reserve • Nairobi
After a final morning in the Mara, take a light aircraft flight back to Nairobi to connect with your international journey home.
Inclusions, Exclusions & Pricing
Included
- All internal road and air transfers
- High end accommodation throughout.
- 24/7 support when in Africa.
- James Hendry as a private guide throughout.
- All meals and local drinks (breakfast only in Nairobi).
Excluded
- All International Flights
- Tips and gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
- Travel Insurance
Pricing
Sharing
Per person sharing
