Breathtaking natural scenery combines with some of Africa’s most memorable wildlife. The Great Rift Valley is a highlight of any trip to Kenya. A huge geological fault-line, the Great Rift Valley stretches round one-sixth of the Earth’s circumference. Along its lengths are volcanoes, most now dormant. Millions of flamingos, the world’s greatest concentration around Lake Nakuru. Unique species in Samburu & big five in Mara.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
1. Hot Air Balloon Ride
2. Masai Village Visit
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION |
Nairobi – JKIA Airport or Nairobi hotel |
DEPARTURE TIME |
Early Morning |
RETURN TIME |
Late afternoon |
WEAR |
Casual, loose fitting and lightweight clothes are generally recommended |
INCLUDED |
Transport in a safari 4X4 Land Cruiser jeep customized for game viewing |
English speaking Driver/guide, |
Game drives |
Accommodation in lodge/Camp |
Meals on Full Board Basis while on Safari |
Mineral water |
All Park Entrance Fees |
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NOT INCLUDED |
Things of personal nature |
Soft & alcoholic drinks |
International Airfares, Visa Fees |
Tips and other gratitude |
Optional activities unless specified as included |
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Day 1: Nairobi – Samburu Game Reserve
You will be picked from the airport or from your hotel in the morning. We will depart from your pick up point heading tothe Northern Frontier arriving in Samburu in time for Lunch. Later we proceed to Samburu Game Reserve and head for an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the spectacular Samburu Sopa Lodge.
All meals included Drinking water.
Day 2: Samburu Game reserve
Spend the full day in Samburu Game Reserve and enjoy early morning and evening game drives. All Meals and Overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge. The highlights of Samburu Game Reserve include its scenic beauty, rivers and forests. It is an area where the local people have a rich and colorful heritage.
The reserve has numerous permanent springs and a wealth of wildlife, which includes leopards, hippos, elephants, lions, reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras and crocodiles in the Ewaso Nyiro River. In addition, over 365 species of birds have been identified in the sanctuaries.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge. All meals included Drinking water.
Day 3: Samburu Game Reserve – Sweetwaters Game Reserve
Breakfast at Samburu Game Reserve and depart for Sweet waters game reserve at the Mountain Kenya region. Arrive at Serena Mountain Lodge in time for lunch. Enjoy an evening game drive at the Reserve. Your dinner and overnight will be at Serena Mountain Lodge.
Sweetwater’s is the only sanctuary for the rehabilitation of widely abused chimpanzees in Kenya. Two groups of these primates live in an environment as close to their natural habitat as possible. This is also a dedicated black rhino breeding area. Main destination: Sweetwaters (Ol Pejeta)
Expect to see Elephants, Giraffe, White Rhino, Black Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeast & the Hyena.
Accommodation: Serena Mountain Lodge. All meals included Drinking water.
Day 4: Sweet waters Game Reserve – Lake Nakuru National Park
After Breakfast, depart the lodge for Lake Nakuru National Park arriving in time for lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge. You will have an afternoon Game Drive followed by Dinner and Overnight at the Lodge.
Lake Nakuru National Park also offers sanctuary to huge numbers of native African animals including waterbucks, warthogs, impalas, buffalo, Rothschild giraffes, elands, endangered black rhinos, white rhinos and, occasionally, leopards. A large herd of hippos have a territory in the northern part of the lake, making for interesting game viewing.
Expect to see Giraffe, White Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra, Hippo, Wildebeast & the Hyena. Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge. All meals included Drinking water.
Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park – Maasai Mara National Park
After breakfast drive to Maasai Mara National Park where we will experience a full day exploration of the Park. Options may include balloon safaris at an extra cost of 430 US Dollars per person. We will then return before dusk for dinner and your overnight stay at the Lodge.
All members of the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, African elephant, cape buffalo, and black rhinoceros) – plus popular species like zebra, giraffe, hyena, cheetah, eland and gazelle are found in the Maasai Mara. Meal & Drinks: All meals included and Drinking water
Day 6: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
After an early morning game drive you will return to the lodge for breakfast and then drive to Nairobi. You will arrive by 1400 hours, at which time your safari will conclude. You will be dropped at your hotel or the airport depending on your request. Main destination: Nairobi
Meal & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch.