Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi
Arrival in Nairobi
Upon arrival in Nairobi, our representative will meet you at the airport with a branded signboard. They will assist with the arrival procedures and transfer you to the Hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals and other services can be communicated and arranged in advance.
In case the guests are already on site, then the safari can kick off immediately.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Stanley Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Nairobi to Samburu
Nairobi to Samburu
After breakfast, you will drive past the rich pineapple plantations in Thika, the vast coffee plantations in Nyeri, and the extensive Laikipia plains into the Semi-arid Samburu region, the home of Samburu, Shaba, and Buffalo Springs National Reserves. The three reserves form an eco-system and are not separated by fences allowing a free range of wildlife across them. The three reserves are famous for the special five animals; the reticulated giraffe, the Grevy’s zebra, the Beisa Oryx, the Gerenuks gazelle, and also the Somali ostrich.
The afternoon will be spent at leisure at the lodge which is built on a natural spring offering a serene and beautiful surrounding.
You'll have lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Shaba National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
Wildlife in Shaba NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Shaba and Samburu National Reserves
Shaba and Samburu National Reserves
The whole day will be spent exploring these amazing game reserves, it gives you the refreshment of your mind as the reserves are not populated and not many people visit here. We have a concentration of the Big Five and also the special five. The park holds over 900 elephants, plenty of lions, rhinos, leopards, buffalos, gerenuks, Reticulated giraffes, Somali ostriches, wild dogs as well as pancake tortoise which is an endangered species. Along the Ewaso Nyiro River lies the Nile crocodiles basking in the sun waiting for their prey. In the local language, the name Ewaso Nyiro means brown water due to the color of its waters throughout the year.
Lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay will be at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Not far from Samburu National Reserve, is the Ol Pejeta Conservancy which hosts most of Africa's endangered species including the chimpanzees, and black, and Northern white rhinos. You will have a mid-morning game drive and a visit to the Chimpanzee Sanctuary that was set up to cater to the orphaned chimpanzees. The chimps were mainly orphaned due to human abuse but now they are safe here. It's the only place in Kenya where you can find these intellectual primates. Your afternoon will be graced by a visit to the Rhino Sanctuary. This is one of the most memorable experiences as you will have a chance to feed the tame black rhino in specially constructed platforms. It is probably the closest you will ever come to black rhino as naturally, they have proven to be some of the most aggressive in the wild. A visit to the Morani Educational Centre will summarize the day as you get to learn more about the conservancy.
Lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay will be at Sarova Maiyan Nanyuki.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Maiyan Nanyuki
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Nanyuki to Lake Nakuru National Park
Nanyuki to Lake Nakuru National Park
You'll drive from the Laikipia plains through the Rift Valley escarpments to the floor of the valley where Lake Nakuru National Park lies. Here, you will check in to your hotel and have lunch after which you will tour the Lake Nakuru National Park. Created in 1961 to protect the alkaline lake of the same name, the park offers typical plains vegetation. Located 156 km northwest of Nairobi, Lake Nakuru derives its name from the Masai word "Enakuro" which means a cloud of dust. It is home to many herbivores including Rothschild's giraffes, buffalos, hippos, gazelles, and nearly 55 mammals including lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, rock hyraxes, and reedbucks. Lake Nakuru National Park is famous for hosting both white and black rhinoceros, reintroduced after many years of absence.
You'll have lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay at Sarova Woodlands, Nakuru.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Bogoria National Reserve and Baringo Excursion
Lake Bogoria National Reserve and Baringo Excursion
Prepare for a day filled with scenery and adventure as you depart for Lake Baringo. The lake has several inlets but no visible outlet. It is however one of the two Rift Valley freshwater lakes in Kenya. It also has several islands with Ol Kokwe being the biggest of them. You will have your picnic lunch as you tour one of the Islands.
South of Lake Baringo lies Lake Bogoria which was declared a Ramsar Site. With its ideal conditions, it is home to one of the world's largest populations of lesser flamingos. At times the numbers go as high as 2 million flamingos creating a blaze of pink as the flamingos go about their feeding.
There are geysers and hot springs inside and around the lake with temperatures boiling to 98 degrees Celsius at times. The springs generate high concentrations of carbon dioxide hence the wild smell around the lake.
Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Sarova Woodlands.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bogoria National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
Wildlife in Lake Bogoria NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, you will drive from Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve.
You'll discover the Masai Mara National Reserve, the most famous and most visited reserve in Kenya. Covering an area of 1510 km², the Masai Mara Reserve is the extension in Kenyan territory of the vast Serengeti Park in Tanzania. Together, they constitute a huge ecosystem in which animals move freely. It is not only home to the 'Big 5' but also a variety of other mammals, birds, and reptiles.
-Composed of vast rolling plains and hills, the Masai Mara is dotted with umbrella thorn acacias and thorny thickets. In the Maa language, Mara means "spotted" and may refer to the colorful landscapes. Alternatively, the name may refer to the arrival of over two million herbivores during the annual migration
You'll have lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay at Sarova Mara Game Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Mara Game Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
On this day, you will have a full-day game drive before enjoying Sundowner(Optional) in the wonderland of the Kenyan Rift Valley. Known as the birthplace of mankind, chances are you will never feel closer to the essence of nature and human existence than when sitting on one of the Rift Valley plains, surrounded by spectacular scenery, a multitude of animals, beautiful lakes, and birds of every kind. From Mount Kenya, Africa's second-highest peak, down to the flamingo-filled lakes, the area is a veritable explosion of superb sights and sounds. Sip on a refreshment as you relax and take in the sheer beauty surrounding you.
Your lunch, dinner, and overnight stay will be at Sarova Mara Game Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Mara Game Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
Balloon safari in the Masai Mara(Optional), is a magical experience as you take in a bird's eye view of the vast, rolling plains below you. This unique and exhilarating excursion takes place early in the morning when you can marvel at the fantastic sight of the rising sun and gently float over the thousands of animals below you. This is the best time to spot wildlife as well as enjoy the peaceful vistas and crisp, clear air. Undisturbed by your presence, the animals will continue with their daily activities as you snap away and marvel at the beauty of Africa. The balloon safari ends by touching down in the wilds of the Masai Mara to enjoy a delectable champagne breakfast.
You will then embark on a full-day game drive as you enjoy the action in the extensive reserve.
Your lunch, dinner, and overnight stay will be at Sarova Mara Game Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Mara Game Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Masai Mara National Reserve to Naivasha
Masai Mara National Reserve to Naivasha
You'll drive from Masai Mara National Reserve to the shores of Lake Naivasha.
An afternoon guided walk on Crescent Island situated in the deepest part of Lake Naivasha will be the main activity of the day. You will be transferred by boat to the Island, the shores of this beautiful piece of paradise host an abundance of bird life and have especially large numbers of pelicans, cormorants, and fish eagles. While the island is secure and private it is connected to the mainland and this allows animals to roam freely. See hippos grazing in the cool afternoon air or resting under acacia trees in the heat of the day, while giraffes who were born on the island come back to birth their own young. The scenic beauty and sense of freedom in this little park have seen many film makers alight on its shores to film herds of wildebeest, waterbucks, and zebras passing through the grassy savannah.
Lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay will be at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Crescent Island Game Park (Lake Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Departure
Departure
This will be the final day of your stay after the extensive experience. You will spend the morning at leisure (optional hiking at Hell's Gate)
- Naivasha is home to the Hells Gate National Park known for its wide variety of wildlife and for its scenery. This includes the Fischer's Tower and Central Tower columns and Hell's Gate Gorge. It is one of the two Kenyan parks where cycling and hiking are allowed. Hiking can be done in the Gorges and would be even more enjoyable with a local guide for safety as flash floods can be experienced at times.
- You will depart Naivasha right after lunch for Nairobi. You'll have a stopover at the Rift Valley viewpoint to have a glance at the beautiful floor of the Rift Valley.
You will be dropped off at the airport for your flight back home.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
