$4,066 to $5,701 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi
Arrival in Nairobi
Upon Arrival, our representative will meet you at the airport carrying a branded sign board. You will be transferred to the Hotel for Overnight.
Dinner and other services can be arranged in advance.
In case of an early morning arrival, the trip can as well kick off the same day.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- Residences at Karen
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Nairobi
Nairobi
You will start your safari with day trip of Nairobi. "Return to colonial Africa" with a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum. This house and surrounding land was once home to famous author Karen Blixen who penned the novel Out of Africa which later become an award-winning movie. The house was built in 1912 and Blixen lived there for over 10 years, running a large and successful coffee plantation. After lunch, you will Visit the Giraffe centre in Nairobi which is a non-profit organisation that was originally opened in order to protect the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe that is found only on the plains of East Africa. Since its inception the programme has been highly successful and has re-introduced pairs of breeding Rothschild’s giraffe into various national parks in Kenya. While on your visit you will have the opportunity of getting close to a giraffe or two as well as feed them and watch as they delicately use their long tongues to take the food from your hand.
- Main Destination:
- Giraffe Centre (Nairobi)
- Accommodation:
- Tamarind Tree Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Nairobi to Aberdares
Nairobi to Aberdares
Drive from Nairobi to the Central highlands of Kenya in Aberdare National park. Afternoon spent observing at The Ark. From the observation deck, you will wait for the animals at the watering hole to put in an appearance. You have the opportunity to view buffaloes, elephants, warthogs, baboons, hyenas, leopard and whitish stripes antelopes (Bongo). Before dinner, the host gives an interactive talk to guests, between information and anecdotes, you can ask questions about the local fauna and flora. Going to bed early does not mean missing the action. Guests have been known to stay up all night watching the wildlife. If you do want to go to bed, during the night, the ranger stays on watch and will buzz your room if an interesting animal comes to the water hole. One ring for elephant, two for rhino, three for leopards and four for other unusual sightings. The choice is yours, you can deactivate the buzzer if you wish.
- Main Destination:
- Aberdare National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Ark
Wildlife in Aberdare NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Aberdares to Samburu
Aberdares to Samburu
Drive from the Central Islands to the Nothern corridor. Samburu, Shaba and Buffalo springs are major conservation area in this part of Northern corridor. The three are separated by roads but animals can move freely across the parks. The Ewaso Nyiro River is the main water catchment that supplies the reserves with water. The name ‘Ewaso Nyiro’, in the local language means river of muddy waters due to the brownish colour of its waters throughout the year.
- Main Destination:
- Shaba National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
Wildlife in Shaba NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Samburu
Samburu
This is the only area in Kenya where you can sight all the 'special five' animals including the Reticulated giraffe, Grevy's Zebra, Beisa Oryx, Somali Ostrich and the giraffe gazelle(Gerenuks). You can also interact with the critically endangered Pancake Tortoise during your stay.
A cultural visit(Optional) can be arranged in the evening. Visit to a traditional Samburu Village. Learn about the fascinating customs of the Samburu community, a proud warrior nation. Like their relatives the Masai, they too are nomadic pastoralists, who travel together with their herds of cattle, camels and goats. During your visit you will receive unique insight into the Samburu's ancient traditions and customs, including their homes, cooking methods and secrets to surviving in the African wilderness. Be entertained by some amazing cultural dancing and marvel at the layers of beaded jewellery that both men and women adorn themselves with.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Sarova Shaba game lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Not far from Samburu National reserve, is the Olpejeta Conservancy. Visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only place in Kenya where these highly endangered and incredibly intelligent primates can be found. The sanctuary provides a haven for orphaned and abused chimpanzees who enjoy roaming freely in their vast natural enclosure. Many of the chimps that are taken to the sanctuary have been orphaned due to the abuse of man.
Visit and feed the tame black rhino from a specially created feeding platform. Black rhinos are by nature very aggressive and territorial and this will probably be your only opportunity of ever getting close to one of these magnificent and endangered creatures. Be sure to have your camera ready for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. You will also have the prospect of visiting the Morani Information Centre, named in honor of the first tame black rhino that called this conservancy home.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Sweetwaters Serena Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Accommodation:
- Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park
Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park
- Breakfast
- Drive from the Laikipia plains through the rift valley escarpments to the floor of the valley where Lake Nakuru National park rests. 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 cloud of dust. It is home to many herbivores including Rothschild's giraffe, buffalo, hippo, gazelle and nearly 55 mammals including lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, rock hyraxes and reedbuck. Lake Nakuru National Park is famous for hosting both white and black rhinoceros, reintroduced after many years of absence.
- Lunch, Dinner and Overnight at Sarova lion hill lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara
Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara
- Breakfast
- Drive from Nakuru to Maasai Mara
- Lunch at Sarova Mara Game Camp
- Afternoon Game drive
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 in fact 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
- Dinner and Overnight at Sarova Mara Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Mara Game Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Balloon safari in the Masai Mara(Optional), 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.
- Morning game drive
- Lunch in Sarova Mara game lodge
- Afternoon game drive.
- Dinner and Overnight at Sarova Mara Game camp.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Mara Game Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Breakfast
- Morning Game Drive
- Luncha at Sarova Mara Game Camp
- Sundowner in the wonderland of the Kenyan Rift Valley(Optional). 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.
- Dinner and Overnight at Sarova Mara Game camp.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Mara Game Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Departure
Departure
This will be the last day of your trip. You will check out and have a game drive en route as you exit the park. Drive past the Maasai villages with a stopover at the view point where you can embrace the attractions at the floor of the rift valley.
You will be dropped off at the airport or city hotel of your choice as we end our services.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
