Tour Details
Overview:
This 8-day luxury photographic safari has been designed for storytellers behind the lens—those who crave not just scenes, but soulful visual experiences. Whether you're an emerging creative or a seasoned wildlife photographer, this journey places you in Kenya’s most photogenic moments.
Expect early golden light, sunset silhouettes, wide savannahs, and skies so big they make your viewfinder feel infinite. With private guides, stunning boutique camps, aerial safaris, and flamingo-lined lakes, you’ll leave not just with incredible images, but with a gallery of memories imprinted on your spirit.
Itinerary
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Luxury Accommodation
Stay in high-end lodges and tented camps, offering comfort and stunning views.
Flexible Start Dates
Begin your journey on any available day that suits your schedule.
Customizable Itinerary
Modify select accommodations and destinations to better fit your preferences.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: Photography & Balloon Safari
- Game drives: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
- Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
- Transfer: A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Tour Highlights:
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Tour Start and End
Nairobi
Nairobi
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Can be Customized as:
Photography & Balloon SafariPrivate SafarisGreat Migration SafarisBird Watching SafarisSolo Traveler SafarisSenior Traveler ToursBig Five Safaris -
Duration:
Day: 8 Night: 7 -
You Visit:
Lake Nakuru National Park Masai Mara National Reserve
Drinks:
- Water
- Juice
- Wine
- Champagne
- Beer
- Coffee
special dishes:
- Vegan
Day 1: Nairobi Arrival – Scenic Flight to Masai Mara & Sunset Photography
Day 2: Big Cats of the Mara – Cheetahs, Lions & Predators in Motion
Day 3: Aerial Safari – Sunrise Balloon Flight Over the Mara
Day 4: Cultural & Wildlife Dual Exposure – Maasai Village & Afternoon Game Drive
Day 5: Mara’s Final Masterpieces – Iconic Wildlife Scenes
Day 6: Road Trip to Lake Nakuru – Flamingos, Cliffs & Contrasts
Day 7: Lake Nakuru – Birdlife Masterclass & Scenic Composition
Day 8: Sunrise Session & Return to Nairobi
Day by Day
Iternerary:
Day 1: Nairobi Arrival – Scenic Flight to Masai Mara & Sunset Photography
Welcome to Kenya! Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be met by an Eagle Soul Adventure representative and escorted to Nairobi’s domestic Wilson Airport. Board your scenic bush flight over the Great Rift Valley and fly directly into Masai Mara National Reserve.
After check-in and freshening up, head out for your first golden-hour game drive, where giraffes, wildebeest, and elephants graze under a golden sky.
Luxury Accommodation Options:
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Ultra-Luxury: Mara Nyika Camp
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Luxury: andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
Meals Included: Dinner
Main Highlight: Scenic flight, sunset game drive & golden-hour photography
Day 2: Big Cats of the Mara – Cheetahs, Lions & Predators in Motion
Your full day in the Mara begins at first light. With your private guide and customized 4x4 vehicle, track lions, cheetahs, and possibly a leopard resting in an acacia. Stop mid-morning for a bush breakfast with a camera in hand. Return in the afternoon for close-ups of predator behavior during low light.
Luxury Accommodation Options:
Ultra-Luxury: Mara Nyika Camp
Luxury: andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Main Highlight: Big cat encounters, predator-prey photography, long-lens wildlife portraits
Day 3: Aerial Safari – Sunrise Balloon Flight Over the Mara
Wake early and rise above the Mara in a hot air balloon, catching first light over herds of wildebeest, giraffes, and hippos in the river bends. The sky changes by the second—photograph everything from wide-angle herds to overhead predator patrols.
Upon landing, enjoy a champagne bush breakfast on the plains before returning to camp for an editing break or afternoon game drive.
Luxury Accommodation Options:
Ultra-Luxury: Mara Nyika Camp
Luxury: andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Main Highlight: Aerial photography, sunrise balloon flight, bush breakfast
Day 4: Cultural & Wildlife Dual Exposure – Maasai Village & Afternoon Game Drive
Begin the day with an early game drive, then head to an authentic Maasai village, where you’ll photograph bold beadwork, ceremonial jumping, and family traditions. Our visit is designed to be ethical and respectful, offering both portrait and documentary photography experiences.
In the afternoon, return to the plains for more golden light storytelling think lion cubs at play, elephants dusting in red soil, or a hyena making a late kill.
Luxury Accommodation Options for Tonight:
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Ultra-Luxury: andBeyond Bateleur Camp
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Luxury: Basecamp Eagle View
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Main Highlight: Cultural portraiture + golden hour predator shots
Day 5: Mara’s Final Masterpieces – Iconic Wildlife Scenes
Your final day in the Mara is all about custom scenes—you might revisit lions on a hunt, capture elephants by the riverbank, or stake out a leopard in the trees.
Optional editing session with your guide is available in the afternoon, along with wildlife recaps and Lightroom tips.
Luxury Accommodation Options for Tonight:
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Ultra-Luxury: Sand River Masai Mara by Elewana
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Luxury: Entim Mara Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Main Highlight: Custom game drives, farewell shoot, optional editing workshop
Day 6: Road Trip to Lake Nakuru – Flamingos, Cliffs & Contrasts
After breakfast, depart on a scenic road transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park, with optional photographic stops en route through the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive for a late afternoon lakeshore shoot, capturing the famous flamingos, white rhinos, and pelicans in their natural habitat. Sunset at Nakuru paints the water with surreal reflections.
Luxury Accommodation Options:
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Ultra-Luxury: The Cliff Nakuru
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Luxury: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Main Highlight: Flamingo shoot, rhino portraits, dramatic lake scenery
Day 7: Lake Nakuru – Birdlife Masterclass & Scenic Composition
Spend the day photographing pelicans in flight, African fish eagles, herons, marabou storks, and buffalo herds. Explore the Baboon Cliffs, capturing panoramic landscapes and moody Rift Valley backdrops.
Optionally, join a composition and storytelling workshop, or enjoy an open guided shoot.
Luxury Accommodation Options:
Ultra-Luxury: The Cliff Nakuru
Luxury: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Main Highlight: Full-day bird photography, panoramic vistas, post-processing tips
Day 8: Sunrise Session & Return to Nairobi
Enjoy your final early morning shoot, capturing soft reflections of flamingos, giraffes grazing on the horizon, or a flock in flight. After breakfast, transfer to Nairobi for your international flight or additional extension.
Accommodation:None/On request
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Main Highlight: Farewell photography session & return transfer
For personalized pricing and availability, please contact us directly.
Contact Us
Include
- Parking fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodations mentioned (unless labeled as optional upgrades)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Exclude:
- Inland Airfare costs
- Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs)
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Gratuities for guides and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
- Tips (Guideline: USD 15.00 per person per day)
- Visa and travel insurance fees
Cancelation Policy:
At Eagle Soul Adventure, we understand that plans may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair to our clients while also ensuring the sustainability of our operations and commitments to local service providers.
1. Cancellation by the Client
If you wish to cancel your tour, written notification must be provided to Eagle Soul Adventure via email. The following cancellation charges will apply, calculated from the date the written notice is received:
60 days or more before departure: 20% of the total tour cost (deposit is non-refundable).
45–59 days before departure: 30% of the total tour cost.
30–44 days before departure: 50% of the total tour cost.
15–29 days before departure: 75% of the total tour cost.
14 days or less before departure: 100% of the total tour cost (no refund).
Please note that no refunds will be issued for no-shows or unused portions of the itinerary once the tour has commenced.
2. Cancellation by Eagle Soul Adventure
In rare circumstances where Eagle Soul Adventure must cancel a tour due to force majeure, unsafe conditions, or insufficient bookings, we will notify you as early as possible. You will have the choice to:
Receive a full refund of all payments made, excluding any non-refundable transaction fees
We are not liable for any additional expenses incurred due to tour cancellation, including but not limited to flight changes, visa fees, or travel insurance.
Disclaimer:
At Eagle Soul Adventure, we design journeys with care and purpose. This 8-day experience blends wildlife, culture, and relaxation—crafted for families who value both comfort and connection.
To ensure a smooth and meaningful adventure, please note the following:
Nature is unpredictable. Itinerary changes may occur due to weather, airstrip logistics, or park rules—but always with your safety and experience in mind.
Wildlife sightings vary. Our expert guides will do their best, but animals roam freely and sightings can't be guaranteed.
Accommodations may shift. We select premium, family-friendly stays. If changes are needed, we’ll offer a comparable or upgraded lodge.
Travel respectfully. Kindness toward local people, cultures, and environments deepens your journey and helps protect what we love.
Photos & media. We may document the trip for future storytelling. If you'd prefer not to be included, let us know in writing before departure.
We look forward to guiding your family through this unforgettable journey.
- Price guranteed
- Cancelation Free
- Quotation Free
- None Booking Fees
