Starts with a city tour to major attractions in Nairobi, then proceed on to Samburu conservancy to view the big five and other lesser animals; and then down to Lake Nakuru to watch the white Rhinos, thousands of pink flamingos and other bird species; then head west to the famous Masai Mara to watch the big five, big cats, wildebeest & other wildlife.
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION |
Nairobi – JKIA Airport or Nairobi hotel |
| DEPARTURE TIME |
Early Morning |
| INCLUDED |
Transport in a 4X4 Land Cruiser jeep
English speaking Driver/guide,
Game drives
Accommodation in lodge
Meals on Full Board Basis while on Safari
Mineral water
All Park Entrance Fees |
| NOT INCLUDED |
Soft & alcoholic drinks
Things of personal nature
International Airfares, Visa Fees
Optional activities unless specified as included
Tips and other gratitude |
Day 1 : Arrival
You will be met on arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi by our representative and transfer to a Nairobi Hotel for an overnight stay on bed and breakfast.
Day 2 : Nairobi Tours
Today, you will have a full day in Nairobi with a tour of Nairobi’s David Sheldrick where we have a young orphaned baby elephant that is taken good care of as you watch, Drive towards Ngong Hills and pass Ngong Village to the Karen Blixen Museum which was the home of Karen Blixen for many years. Have lunch and later proceed to the Giraffe Centre to see and feed the famous Rothschild Giraffe and her family. Return to the Hotel for overnight stay on Bed and breakfast basis.
Day 3 : Nairobi – Samburu National Park
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive through the central part of Kenya rich with agricultural activities to Samburu Game reserve located in the semi-arid land in the north Frontier District. The land is characterized by rugged terrains dominated by dramatic hills with acacia and Doum palm trees along the Ewaso Nyiro river, the lifeline of this beautiful arid lands and home to fantastic birdlife and rare species of animals including Somali Ostrich, Besia Oryx, Gerenuk, gravy zebra, Reticulated Giraffe, and Greater Kudu. The reserve is a good place to watch elephants and big Cats. Arrive in time for lunch followed by afternoon game drive. Have dinner and overnight stay at Samburu Sopa Lodge on full board basis.
Day 4: Samburu National Park
Have a full day at Samburu with morning and afternoon game drives searching for more animals
Day 5: Samburu National Park – Lake Nakuru National Park
Have early breakfast and depart to Lake Nakuru National Park which was created to protect the huge flocks of over a million lesser and greater flamingo that breed and nest at the edge of Lake Nakuru, giving it the characteristic pink rim. A stop-over at Thomson’s falls for scenic and rest area. Proceed with the drive crossing the equator then down the east wall of the Great Rift Valley to Nakuru. Enjoy an afternoon game drive where you have a chance to see the endangered white rhino. Other wildlife found here includes lions, leopards, zebra, gazelles, eland, giraffe, and the hyrax. Have dinner and overnight stay at Sarova woodlands and spar on full board basis.
Day 6: Lake Nakuru – Masai Masai Mara
After breakfast, depart heading South West to Masai Mara National Reserve arriving in time for lunch at your camp. Afternoon game drive across the beautiful dotted plains of Mara in search for large pride of lions and other cat’s family species like serval cat, cheetah, and leopard including herbivores like Topi, Hartebeest, Oribi as well as many other mammals, reptiles and amphibian species. Have dinner and overnight stay at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge on full board basis.
Day 7: Masai Mara National Park
Spend a full day at Mara in search for more game including an opportunity to spot the big five: Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo, and Elephant. Game drives are flexible, with optional visits to a local Masai village where you can interact with local people and learn of their culture and traditions.
Day 8: Masai Mara National Park – Nairobi
After breakfast, return back to Nairobi arriving early evening and transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight back home.
