This morning you’ll set out early for a game drive in Nairobi National Park, one of the world’s most unique wildlife reserves. Just minutes from the city centre, the park offers an extraordinary contrast of wild savannah and distant skyscrapers — a dream setting for photographers. Keep an eye out for lions, rhinos, giraffes, buffalo and an impressive variety of birdlife as the sun rises over the plains. After a rewarding morning in the field, you’ll continue to the historic Karen Blixen area for a relaxed lunch, enjoying the peaceful gardens and views that inspired the author’s famous memoir Out of Africa. In the afternoon, return to the Mövenpick Nairobi Hotel to unwind. Spend the rest of the day at leisure — perhaps a swim, a rooftop drink, or simply a quiet evening to prepare for the journey south into the Masai Mara tomorrow. (BL)

After breakfast, check out of the Mövenpick and transfer to Wilson Airport, the gateway to Kenya’s legendary safari regions. Board your short scenic flight to the Masai Mara, watching as Nairobi fades into a patchwork of rolling plains, winding rivers and acacia‑studded savannah. On arrival, you’ll be met at the airstrip and transferred to Mara Serena Safari Lodge, your home for the next three nights. Perched high on a hill with sweeping views across the Mara Triangle, the lodge offers one of the most iconic outlooks in East Africa. After settling in and enjoying lunch, head out on your first afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara. This is big‑cat territory at its finest — lions, cheetahs and leopards thrive here — and the golden afternoon light provides superb photographic opportunities. Return to the lodge at sunset for a wonderful dinner and a relaxed evening overlooking the vast plains below. (BLD)

Spend the next two days immersed in the magic of the Masai Mara, enjoying morning and afternoon game drives across one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife landscapes. After breakfast each day, you’ll head out into the Mara’s sweeping plains in search of its famed big cats, vast elephant herds, towering giraffes and the countless other species that call this ecosystem home. Your guides will help position you for the best photographic opportunities, whether it’s lions on the move at first light or a cheetah surveying the grasslands from a termite mound.

Return to Mara Serena Safari Lodge for a relaxed lunch and some downtime during the warmest part of the day. In the afternoons, venture back out as the light softens and the wildlife becomes active once more — a favourite time for photographers chasing that perfect golden‑hour shot. Evenings are spent back at the lodge, enjoying dinner, sharing stories from the day, and soaking in the sweeping views over the Mara Triangle. (BLD)

After breakfast, check out of Mara Serena and transfer to the nearby airstrip for your morning flight back to Wilson Airport in Nairobi. On arrival, you’ll connect with your short onward flight to Loisaba, watching the landscape shift from the open plains of the Mara to the rugged escarpments and rolling hills of northern Kenya. At Loisaba, you’ll be met by your Laikipia Wilderness guide and begin the scenic drive to Laikipia Wilderness River Camp, your base for the next three nights.

This region is renowned for its healthy leopard population, and it is here that the legendary black leopard, Giza, has been photographed — making Laikipia one of the most exciting destinations in Africa for big‑cat enthusiasts and photographers. After settling into camp and enjoying lunch by the river, you’ll head out on your first afternoon game drive. The focus is firmly on the leopards of Laikipia, exploring rocky outcrops, riverbeds and forested valleys where these elusive cats thrive. Return to camp at sunset for dinner and a relaxed evening under the stars, ready for the days of tracking ahead. (BLD)

The next two days are dedicated to exploring the rugged beauty of Laikipia and maximising your chances of encountering its remarkable wildlife — especially the region’s famously elusive leopards. Each morning begins with an early wake‑up and a quick, light breakfast before heading out at first light. This is one of the most productive times of day for leopard activity, and your guides will use their deep knowledge of the area to follow tracks, check known territories and position you for the best possible photographic opportunities. Along the way, you may also encounter reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras, elephants, hyenas and a host of other species that make this ecosystem so special.

After a rewarding morning on safari, return to Laikipia Wilderness River Camp for a hearty brunch and some well‑earned downtime. The middle of the day is yours to relax — recharge your batteries, download and review your images, enjoy the river views or simply unwind in camp.

In the afternoons, you’ll head back out on safari as the heat eases and wildlife becomes active again. This is another prime window for leopard sightings, with the soft golden light offering superb photographic conditions. Your guides will continue the search for Giza and other resident leopards, exploring rocky ridges, riverbeds and forested valleys where these cats are known to roam. Evenings are spent back at camp, sharing stories around the fire and soaking in the atmosphere of one of Kenya’s most captivating wilderness areas.

After breakfast, check out of Laikipia Wilderness River Camp and transfer to the Loisaba airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi. Depending on the timing of your departure, you may be able to enjoy a short morning game drive, making the most of your final moments in this remarkable landscape. Keep your camera ready — Laikipia has a habit of delivering surprises right up to the very end.

Upon arrival at Wilson Airport, you’ll be met and transferred to the Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport, conveniently located within the airport precinct. Settle in for your overnight stay, with the rest of the day at leisure. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon, perhaps with a swim, a drink on the rooftop terrace, or simply some quiet time to unwind and reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters of the past week. Dinner is available at the hotel, ensuring a comfortable and easy final night in Kenya before your onward journey.

Enjoy a wonderful breakfast at the Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport, taking a final moment to relax before your journey home. When it’s time, you’ll transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight. As you depart Kenya, you’ll carry with you an unforgettable collection of memories — from the sweeping plains of the Masai Mara to the rugged beauty of Laikipia, and of course the thrill of searching for the legendary black leopard, Giza.