Apodiformes Adventures

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Nairobi

Nairobi

You will be received by one of our office representatives upon arrival at the airport. After customs procedures and clearance at the immigration desk, you will be transferred to Tamarind Tree Hotel for your dinner and overnight stay awaiting for the kick-off of your full adventure into the exotic bushes in Kenya.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
Tamarind Tree Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located near Nairobi (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve

Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve

You will be picked up from the hotel by 8:30 am after your breakfast and driven to Masai Mara National Reserve with a stop over at the Great Rift Valley Escarpment viewing point for photos before proceeding to Masai Mara via Narok.

The Masai Mara National Reserve as a savannah ecosystem, is contiguous to the Serenegeti National Park in the United Republic of Tanzania. The ecosystem provides a wide wilderness that has continued to support a large population of diverse animal species.

This annual event was named one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. En route, you will also see the Kenya-Tanzania border that marks one side of the Mara Triangle. You will have your lunch in the park and proceed on a game drive, searching for animals you have not seen yet.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai Mara National Reserve Full-Day Exploration

Masai Mara National Reserve Full-Day Exploration

After breakfast, you'll embark on a full-day game drive with a packed lunch in hand. The incredible wildlife experience continues as you explore the plains, where large herds of herbivores graze and cheetahs and leopards hide in their locations. The Masai Mara is the heart of Kenyan tourism, boasting a diverse array of mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and over 400 bird species. Wildlife is abundant here, and visitors often have the opportunity to see the Big Five (buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion, and rhino). Your picnic lunch will be at the Mara River migration point. After lunch, you will have some time to rest before embarking on your late afternoon game drive, which will extend until late in the evening. Later, you will return to the camp for dinner and your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Masai Mara-Olerai Consevancy

Masai Mara-Olerai Consevancy

Olerai Conservancy was set up through the goodwill of tribal landowners to expand wildlife ranges and migration routes. The whole gambit of African wildlife is here and it now has the largest concentration of giraffes and eland in the local ecosystem. Giraffes are known locally as “cool tall guys” and Masai giraffes differ from other sub-species by their distinctive jigsaw puzzle splotched pattern. Lions and cheetahs move in and out of the territory but are often sighted since the Olerai plains are perfect hunting grounds. The reserve provides an elephant corridor and with lush marshland grasses, the elephants use it as a feeding ground as well as a dispersal area.

We can plan an optional visit to a Maasai village after breakfast. Alternatively, you can go on a hot air balloon ride at an extra cost.

Main Destination:
Olerai Conservancy
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Olerai Conservancy Exploration

Olerai Conservancy Exploration

The whole gambit of African wildlife is here, and it now has the largest concentration of giraffes and elands in the local ecosystem. Giraffes are known locally as “cool tall guys”, and Maasai giraffes differ from other sub-species by their distinctive jigsaw puzzle splotched pattern. Our lions and cheetahs move in and out of the territory but are often sighted since the Olerai plains are perfect hunting grounds. Furthermore, the reserve provides an elephant corridor, and with lush marshland grasses, the elephant uses it as a feeding ground and a dispersal area. It’s a special slice of Masai Mara, luring big and small wildlife to our unspoiled paradise.

Main Destination:
Olerai Conservancy
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Olerai Conservancy-Lake Nakuru National Park

Olerai Conservancy-Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, you will depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, a park known for birdlife and wildlife study. You'll arrive in time for lunch, with a game drive en route to spot leopards (which are frequently spotted here). After lunch, you'll embark on another game drive, with a focus on seeking out the two species of rhino found in the park (the black and the white). Lake Nakuru National Park is also popular for its many species of birds and thousands of flamingos.

Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge/camp.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
WildebeestVery Rare
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Lake Nakuru National Park - Lake Naivasha

Lake Nakuru National Park - Lake Naivasha

After your delicious breakfast, you will depart with a morning game drive en route to Lake Naivasha, which is the highest and the most beautiful of the Rif Valley lakes. At 1910m (6200f), the water is fresh and the lake is fringed with dense clumps of papyrus (ancient Egyptians once used this to make paper). Kingfishers use the papyrus as a perch, herons hide in it while searching for food. Naivasha is yet another area popular for bird-watching (over 400 species have been recorded). It is also a favorite weekend retreat for Nairobi residents, who come here to sail, water ski, and fish. There are no crocodiles in the lake as the water is too cold for them, due to altitude but there are several hippos. Along the lakeshore, vineyards produce grapes for the country's fledgling wine industry.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Muthu Lake Naivasha Country Club
  • Luxury hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Lake Naivasha-Hell's Gate National Park

Lake Naivasha-Hell's Gate National Park

You will proceed directly to Hell’s Gate National Park, named for the intense geothermal activity within its boundaries. Spectacular scenery including the towering cliffs, water-gouged gorges, stark rock towers, scrub-clad volcanoes, and belching plumes of geothermal steam make it one of the most atmospheric parks in Africa. The park is home to African buffalo, zebras, elands, Thomson's gazelles, and baboons. One of the few parks that allows cycling or trekking. You'll proceed to check in at your lodge and have lunch. Later in the evening, you'll do a boat ride safari on Lake Naivasha, you can opt to do a walk with wildlife on Crescent Island by paying the entry fee to the island. Your dinner and your overnight stay will be at Muthu Lake Naivasha Country Club.

Main Destination:
Hell’S Gate National Park
Best Time To Visit June to February (Little rain)
High Season The park is rarely busy
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Hell’s Gate NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
LeopardVery Rare
CheetahVery Rare
HyenaVery Rare
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LionNone
HippoNone
Accommodation:
Muthu Lake Naivasha Country Club
  • Luxury hotel located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Hell's Gate-Amboseli National Park

Hell's Gate-Amboseli National Park

You will depart from Hell's Gate National Park with a picnic lunch and drive to Amboseli National Park. You will check in at your lodge. After that, you'll proceed for a game drive to spot unique animals like big-tusk elephants and enjoy views of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa, Amboseli National Park is one of the most popular parks in Kenya and one of the best places to see large herds of elephants. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HippoCommon
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HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Kibo Safari Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Amboseli National Park Special Exploration

Amboseli National Park Special Exploration

You will rise early for good views of the scenic Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit. Despite its changing habitat, Amboseli National Park is the best wildlife area in Africa to experience elephants at close range. Elephants feeding and bathing in the swamps form the highlights of any safari!

We can plan an optional visit to a Maasai village after breakfast. You will see the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Kibo Safari Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Final Exploration and Analysis of Distinct Species of Wildlife

Final Exploration and Analysis of Distinct Species of Wildlife

You'll get an early start for your morning game drive before returning to the camp for breakfast. Amboseli is famous for its large herds of elephants against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, making it a favorite spot for photographers. In addition to elephants, you can also find herds of wildebeest, buffaloes, gazelles, and many other wildlife species. Although you will encounter many more animals, what truly stands out is the high presence of elephants. All the African Big Five (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, and buffalo) are easily spotted here, along with other fascinating wildlife such as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hyraxes, dik-diks, lesser kudus, mongooses, nocturnal porcupines, and many more spot and have their picture and special videos for further analysis. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Kibo Safari Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 12

Amboseli-Tsavo West National Park

Amboseli-Tsavo West National Park

You will arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive. Tsavo West is the most visited section in the Tsavo National Park, offering many attractions apart from its wildlife. The foremost is the famous Mzima Springs, where up to 227.3 million liters of cool, crystal-clear water flows out of the ground through porous volcanic rocks. The water is believed to originate from Chyulu Hills via an underground river. Here, you will also meet the vast red-dust elephants, among other wildlife species such as lions, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Tsavo West National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall)
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tsavo West NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LionOccasional
Show more
BuffaloOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Tsavo West NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 13

Tsavo West -Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo West -Tsavo East National Park

After breakfast, you will depart for Tsavo East National Park with a game drive en route. You will arrive in time for lunch and check in at the lodge. The afternoon game drive will take you to Aruba Dam. Tsavo East National Park is famous for its mythical man-eating lions. Finally, you will return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Tsavo East National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall)
High Season December to March and July to October (Not busy)
Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tsavo East NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
Show more
BuffaloOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Voi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo East NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 14

Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo East National Park

The park is the extension of the Tsavo West, and it is home to the ‘red elephants’ called so due to them wetting their skin and then rolling around in the red soil to protect their skin from the sun and the bugs. You will have a short rest at the lodge followed by an afternoon game drive until sunset. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Voi Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:
Tsavo East National Park
Accommodation:
Voi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo East NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 15

Tsavo East- Nairobi

Tsavo East- Nairobi

You'll enjoy an early-morning game drive in Tsavo East National Park. Then, you'll return for breakfast before departing for Nairobi. It is now time to share your experiences with your driver, and in return, the driver will ask that you complete our feedback from rating our service and your overall safari experience.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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