Small Group Discovery

Each Cosmos Africa safari tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure.

There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Cosmos escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Safari Guide/Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority.

A Small-Group Discovery African safari vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

Holiday Itinerary - On Safari in Kenya

Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya.

Welcome to Africa! Arrive this evening, check in to your hotel, and prepare for your safari adventure!

Day 2: Nairobi - Nyeri Afternoon Game Drive in Solio Game Reserve National Reserve.

This morning, depart for Nyeri, your base for exploring Kenya’s Laikipia region. After lunch, set out on your first exhilarating game drive in nearby Solio Game Reserve, one of East Africa’s most successful private rhino breeding sanctuaries. Home to over 200 black and white rhino, it’s common to spot 50 at a time. Dinner tonight is at your lodge. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Nyeri - Morning Game Drive in Solio.

Start your day with a morning game drive. Beyond magnificent rhino there is an abundance of other wildlife making for great game viewing. Spot lion, reticulated giraffe, eland, leopard, cheetah, and much more. Return to your lodge for lunch prior to an afternoon at leisure. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Nyeri -Nyahururu Falls - Lake Nakuru National Park.

Leave Nyeri and journey through the beautiful Kenyan highlands, one of the most fertile agricultural areas in all of Africa, where farmers grow corn, wheat, coffee, and tea. Stop at Nyahururu Falls, also known as Thompson’s Falls, and then on to Lake Nakuru National Park. After lunch at your lodge, set out on an afternoon game drive. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park.

Today, embark on morning and afternoon game drives. The park is home to a variety of animals including giraffe, impala, Cape buffalo, flamingo, and striped hyena. Between game drives, relax or enjoy the infinity pool overlooking the lake at the lodge. Located on a hillside, the lodge features paths for nature walks and sheltered outdoor terraces for stunning views over the lake. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Maasai Mara National Reserve

This morning, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. After lunch at your lodge, set out in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara National Reserve.

Today, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the “Mara,” as it is called by locals. Part of the Serengeti ecosystem, the reserve boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, the population enlarges by almost 2 million, providing a great food source for predators such as lion, cheetah, leopard, and hyena.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Masai Mara - Nairobi - Amboseli National Park.

Today, board a quick flight to Nairobi. Drive to Amboseli National Park, best known for spectacular views of 19,341-foot Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Take the opportunity to spot a wealth of game, including more than 400 species of birds. Embark on an afternoon game drive before settling in at your lodge Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Amboseli

Morning and afternoon game drives offer a terrific opportunity to get close to the mighty African elephant, along with the chance to spot Cape buffalo, zebra, wild dog, and more. During the heat of the day, relax at your lodge. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Amboseli - Nairobi

Return to Nairobi, where a day room is reserved for your convenience. Schedule departing flights after 5 pm. Meals included: Breakfast

Things to note

All game viewing is done at your own risk. We will require a signed liability waiver prior to travel. We don’t recommend this tour to guests with serious back problems due to rough driving on/off road in/between game parks.

Departure dates and prices 2024 On Safari in Kenya : 7% discount on all dates

Prices shown exclude flights and transfers, call Cosmos to add flights

Cosmos brochure price in black from £3079

Travel 55 discount price in red from £2864

Telephone Cosmos on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55

Starts from Nairobi ends Nairobi - tour 3510. Departure dates and prices.

Dates 2024
Prices from Dates 2024
Prices from
February 22 small group discovery

£3424
£3185

September 5, 19 small group discovery £3874
£3215
June 13 small group discovery

£3214
£2990

October 3 small group discovery £3734
£3473
August 8 small group discovery £3874
£3603
October 17 small group discovery
£3734
£3473
Dates 2025 Prices from Dates 2025 Prices from
January 16 small group discovery £4081
£3796
July 17 small group discovery £4581
£4261
February 20 small group discovery £4081
£3796
August 7 small group discovery £4581
£4261
March 13 small group discovery £4081
£3796
September 18 small group discovery £4581
£4261
May 15 small group discovery £3731
£3470
October 2 small group discovery £4581
£4261
June 12 small group discovery £3841
£3573
October 16 small group discovery £4581
£4261

Dates and prices above do not include international air travel. Add flights to your holiday - airport transfers inclued. To add flights and overseas transfers to your holiday, please call Cosmos. Transfers available for purchase if you book extra nights. Prices are per person, based on double room occupancy. Park entrance fees are included.  Please call for Triple Room Reduction details and prices. Extra nights before and after your tour may be available; please call for details and prices. Extra Nights per person in Nairobi: Please see Cosmos Terms & Conditions  for further details. Please check tour details with the operator at time of booking as Cennet Ltd cannot be held responsible for any errors showing on it’s website

Safari

Safari

Cosmos Tours
On Safari in Kenya

7% discount - 10 days escorted tours

2024/2025 prices from only £2864

Explore magical national parks and reserves on this exciting Kenya safari.

Travel from Nairobi to Nyeri, your base for exploring Solio Game Reserve. Here embark on morning and afternoon game drives in this exclusive private game reserve that’s home to over 200 rhino and much more! Drive through the Kenyan highlands to Lake Nakuru National Park, where you have a chance to pink flamingo, white rhino, waterbuck, giraffe, and impala. Next, on to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area, where we’ll be on the lookout for lion, Cape buffalo, gazelle, and cheetah. Lastly, explore Amboseli National Park—known for its spectacular views of 19,341-ft Mount Kilimanjaro. Here, you’ll have the chance to spot elephant, wildebeest, hippo and more. This escorted Africa safari through Kenya is a wildlife lover’s dream-come-true.

New for 2024! We believe in providing a hassle-free experience for our valued customers, which is why we’re including gratuities in the cost of this tour from 2024. Find out more in our Travel Terms.

This wonderful 10 day Kenyan Safari tour comes with a 7% discount saving off the tour only price when you book direct with Cosmos on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55.

Travel 55 in association with Cosmos. To book call direct on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55 you will then receive a 7% discount from the Cosmos price. 

At a glance

World Heritage Sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.

The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
  • Kenya Lake System in the Great Rift Valley

Accommodations

Nairobi: Tamarind Tree Hotel - Located just 5 kms southwest of the City and easy access to Nairobi, it's national park and other attrictions. This beautiful hotel has lots to offer to make the most of your stay.

Aberdale National Park: Aberdare Country Club - Nestled on a slope of Mweiga Hill in the Aberdare Highlands, part of the Great Rift Valley, the Aberdare Country Club is a stunning heritage hotel with amazing views. The property was originally a homestead and retains the charm and comfort of a country inn.

Lake Nakuru: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge - A 60-room lodge located on a range of hills that form the western limits of Africa's Great Rift Valley with spectacular views over Lake Nakuru and its surrounding National Park.

Maasai Mara: Mara Sopa Lodge - Set in expansive wooded gardens, the lodge has an ethnic design that incorporates traditional round buildings with thatched roofs and cottage-style guestrooms featuring verandas and ensuite bathrooms.

Amboseli National Park: Amboseli Sopa Lodge - Nestled in 190 acres of wooded Maasai land, the lodge sits on the foothills of Africa's highest mountain, Mt Kilimanjaro. Mature wooded gardens with a variety of trees and plants, from thorn trees and acacias, to fragrant frangipanis, colorful bougainvillea and giant cactus plants thrive in these surroundings. Electricity is provided during limited hours: 4:30 am to 9 am, 1 pm to 2 pm & 6 pm to midnight. 24-hour power may be requested for breathing machines.

Meals: Total meals included: 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners

Transportation 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle, between destinations and for game drives, with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography. We limit each vehicle to a maximum of six people, ensuring you’ll always have a window seat. 

Bottled water Included on all game drives and with all meals

All this included

Adventure is knocking with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring.

Cosmos includes expert Tour Directors and Driver/Guides, hand-selected accommodations, and seamless transportation between destinations including intra-vacation flights—with value-minded travelers in mind. 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles come stocked with fresh, filtered water and equipped with a popup roof for unfettered game viewing and photography. Plus, each vehicle is limited to just six guests, so you’ll always have a window seat! Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!

The Great Migration is a natural event, and the movements of the migrating herds are difficult to predict year to year. The herds are usually in the Maasai Mara from August to early November. During this time, you’re likely to see the herds in migration motion. River crossings are more of a challenge, but we’ll adjust game viewing if there is a chance to witness this rare and extraordinary sight!

Flights and air fare

Tour prices are shown without flights: make your own arrangements, or purchase your flights with us from most UK airports. All flight-inclusive tours are ATOL-protected, so you can book with confidence.

Low-Priced, Hassle-Free, Air-Inclusive Vacations & Free Airport Transfers. Competitive Prices. No Surprises. 

With Cosmos, think of your entire holiday as one-stop shopping. Rather than spending hours researching flights to coordinate with your vacation start and end dates, let us handle the work. And when we book your flights, if there are any changes to your vacation schedule, we make the air changes for you. As a completely independent company, we have no ties to any one airline. We negotiate the lowest possible airfares with the world’s finest carriers on your behalf.

Cosmos offers 2 air options—Flex Air and Instant Purchase Air. Flex Air allows flexibility if you want to make changes to your vacation schedule. Instant Purchase Air may offer additional airline options but has more restrictions. Some holidays may only offer one Air-type option.

Low Air-Inclusive Prices & Free Airport Transfers

Regardless which air option you choose when you book your  air-inclusive Cosmos holiday, the transfer to and from the airport to your start and end hotel is included (on published departure and return dates). This can be a substantial savings and give you peace of mind. Airport transfers for US and Canada tours will not be included and are not available for purchase.

Land-only holiday clients who make their own air arrangements on regularly scheduled direct or nonstop flights (not chartered flights) into terminals may purchase our airport transfer service.


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