Kenya has long been recognized as "Big Game" country, with huge numbers of animals in over 40 National Parks and Reserves. The country has a history of protecting its wildlife, which gives the visitor a wonderful range of experiences in all sorts of different terrain, awakening images of beauty and romance, which it well deserves.
In terms of tourism, Kenya has a reputation for being almost too popular, with lots of minibuses and large safari lodges. This is especially applicable to the Masai Mara. However, Kenya copes very well with package tourists, but the recent trend is towards personalized tour packages, where you have the freedom of suggesting your own itinerary with a smaller number of guests in an exclusive remote setting. Likewise, Kenya has had its fair share of publicity, from adventurous hunters like Teddy Roosevelt and Earnest Hemingway to popular movies like 'Out of Africa' and 'The Lion King'.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Nairobi.
Arrive at Jkia-Nairobi. Pick up by our courtesy bus to hotel. Dinner and overnight at the Nairobi Serena.
Day 2: Nairobi - Samburu Game Reserve.
Approximately 343 North East of Nairobi lies the Samburu and Buffalo Springs National Reserves. A drive through the Rift Valley and the highlands takes you to this reserves which are unparalleled in Kenya for the number and diversity of its game. After lunch, time to relax before heading out on a game viewing drive. Dinner and overnight at the Samburu Serena Lodge.
Day 3: Samburu and Buffalo Springs National Park Reserves.
Morning and afternoon game drives are provided. Among the wildlife are the various antelopes and all the Big Five (i.e Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhino and Buffalo). All the meals and overnight at the Samburu Serena Lodge.
Day 4: Samburu - Aberdares National Park.
After breakfast, depart for Nyeri arriving in time for lunch. For clients staying at Treetops lunch is served at the Outspan Hotel and for those staying at the Ark, lunch is served at the Aberdare Country Club. After lunch, a transfer is provided to either Treetops or the Ark, which are strategically situated for night game viewing. Dinner and overnight at Treetops/Ark.
Day 5: Aberdares (Treetops) - Lake Nakuru.
After breakfast, proceed to lake Nakuru arriving in time for lunch. An afternoon game drive takes us round the Lake; home of the famous pink flamingo. Lake Nakuru is truly an ornithologist's paradise. Dinner and overnight at the Lake Nakuru Lodge or Sarova Lion Hill.
Day 6: Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara.
Awoken by the most natural alarm clock (birdlife) for breakfast then the unforgettable journey to Maasai Mara Game Reserve via Narok and Olkurruk, where the Maasai culture is displayed by the Oloo Lolo Maasai Cultural Association and thereafter into the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Being the northern stretch of the world famous Serengeti National park, it is the scene of the teeming wildebeest and Zebra migration. On arrival relax by the pool. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge.
Day 7: Maasai Mara.
Morning and afternoon game drives are provided. Among the wildlife seen are Wildebeest, black rhino, cheetah, giraffe, elephant, great herds of antelope and fascinating primates such as the red-tailed monkey. Game drives in open land drovers and bush walks with excellent resident guides and naturalists reveal the wonders of the Mara in an interpretative experience for you. All meals and overnight at Sopa Lodge.
Day 8 : Maasai Mara - Nairobi.
Depart early for Nairobi via Narok and ascend the escarpment to the central highlands.
A full day is spent in Nairobi with an option to:
* see traditional dancers at the Bomas of Kenya,
* visit the nearby Nairobi National Park,
* visit the Karen Blixen Museum and the ostrich farm,
* see the animals at the orphanage or
* Shop in the bustling metropolis of the city.
After a complimentary lunch we leave in the evening for the flight back home.
Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.
Safari price Cost Includes:
-Transport on custom made 8 seater tour van ideal for game viewing and photography
-Full board accommodation whilst on safari
-Accommodation in double/triple room
-All park entrance fees to include government taxes
-Service of an English speaking professional driver/guide
-All game drives as detailed in the itinerary
Complimentary return airport transfers
-Bottled water whilst on safari
-Start and end in Nairobi.
-Personalized service
Tour Cost Excludes:
-Tips
-Laundry
-Beverages/Drinks
-International flights
-Visas
-Items of a personal nature
-Any other extras not detailed in
-Hotel accommodations in Nairobi before and after the safari
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Africa
Kenya
Nature & Wildlife
Wildlife Viewing
Birdwatching
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