$2,613 to $3,346 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to Aberdare National Park
Nairobi to Aberdare National Park
Upon arrival, you will be picked at the airport and Drive to the Central highlands of Kenya in Aberdare National park. Afternoon spent observing at The Ark lodge. 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 2
Aberdare to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Aberdare to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Not far from Aberdare national park, is the Olpejeta Conservancy. Take a guided walk 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.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Accommodation:
- Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park
Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park
Drive from the Laikipia plains through the rift valley escarpments to the floor of the valley where Lake Nakuru National park rests.
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.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
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Ziwa Bush Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve
After Breakfast, you will drive from the Lake Region to Maasai Mara National reserve. 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 colourful landscapes. Alternatively, the name may refer to the arrival of over two million herbivores during the annual migration.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enchoro Wildlife Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
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.
You will later embark on a full day game drive.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enchoro Wildlife Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve
On this day you will have a full day game drive
- 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.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Enchoro Wildlife Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Departure
Departure
After Breakfast, you will check out and have a game drive en route as you exit Maasai Mara.
Drive past the Maasai villages with a stopover at the view point to have a glance of the beautiful scenery of the rift valley floor.
You will be dropped at the airport in the afternoon for your flight back home as we end our services.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
