Voyage to the Magical Africa

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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

Arrival in Nairobi – Drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Arrival in Nairobi – Drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Arrive in Nairobi early morning and meet your guide for a scenic drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy (approximately 3.5-4 hours). Upon arrival, check into your accommodation and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive through the conservancy. Ol Pejeta is home to the last remaining northern white rhinos, chimpanzees, and other wildlife. You can also visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary at an additional cost. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
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HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
HippoOccasional
Accommodation:
The River Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Ol Pejeta to Samburu National Reserve

Ol Pejeta to Samburu National Reserve

After breakfast, drive to Samburu National Reserve (approximately 4-5 hours). Samburu is home to unique wildlife species like the 'Samburu Five' (Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx). After checking into your lodge or camp and having lunch, enjoy your first game drive. Expect to see a variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, and cheetahs, in the rugged, scenic landscape. Return for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to September and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June and December (Cool and fresh after rain)

Wildlife in Samburu NR

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
ZebraCommon
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
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HippoOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Ashnil Samburu Camp
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Full Day in Samburu National Reserve

Full Day in Samburu National Reserve

Start your day early with a morning game drive to catch the wildlife at its most active. Explore the reserve's diverse ecosystems, from riverine forests to savannahs, and encounter a variety of animals like lions, leopards, and African wild dogs. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive or take part in optional activities such as visiting a local Samburu village to learn about their culture. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation:
Ashnil Samburu Camp
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Samburu to Lake Nakuru National Park

Samburu to Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, head south towards Lake Nakuru National Park (approximately 5-6 hours). Upon arrival, check into your accommodation and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive around Lake Nakuru, famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and diverse birdlife. The park also offers sightings of giraffes, waterbucks, and buffalo. The landscape, with its mix of woodlands and the alkaline lake, provides a stunning backdrop for photography. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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
Accommodation:
Flamingo Hill Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve (approximately 5-6 hours). Upon arrival, check into your accommodation and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, take your first game drive in the Mara, one of the most famous wildlife reserves in the world. The Mara is known for its large populations of lions, elephants, and cheetahs, as well as its spectacular landscape. Depending on the time of year, you may also witness the Great Migration of wildebeests and zebras. Return for dinner and overnight.

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:
Mara Maisha Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Spend a full day in the Maasai Mara. Start early with a morning game drive to see the Mara’s wildlife in action. Explore various parts of the reserve, keeping an eye out for the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino). In the afternoon, enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and then embark on another game drive. If you wish, you can also visit a Maasai village to learn about the local Maasai culture at an additional cost. End the day with a sundowner and a final game drive before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Mara Maisha Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Maasai Mara – Return to Nairobi

Maasai Mara – Return to Nairobi

After an early morning game drive and breakfast, you’ll begin your journey back to Nairobi (approximately 5-6 hours). Upon arrival, you can either be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your incredible safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not 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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  • This tour is offered by Voyage to the Magical Africa, not SafariBookings.
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