Country: Kenya , Type : Photo Safaris
Total Days : 7
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, we will meet, greet and brief on the safari then start your journey to Samburu Game reserve, a land characterized by rugged terrains dominated by dramatic hills with acacia and Doum palm trees along the Ewaso Nyiro River, the lifeline of the beautiful arid land. Thorn scrub rises against a backdrop of distant hills and the great red table Ololokwe Mountain.
Arrive in time for lunch followed by afternoon game drive. Samburu is within the lands of the colorful Samburu people, close relatives of the Maasai, and is home to a number of wildlife species rarely found elsewhere in Kenya: Gravy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Gerenuk, Somali Ostrich and Beisa Oryx, all found only north of the equator. Have dinner and overnight stay on full board.
Accommodation: Samburu Intrepids Club.
This luxurious tented Camp set in the Kenyan semi arid north. Each tent sits on a raised deck overlooking the brown river where the elephants sometimes make an appearance or the crocodiles come out to lounge by the river's banks.
Set under a palm-thatched roof with netted screens on either side to allow for the river breeze to keep them cool, the tents give you stunning views of the land that is Samburu. The tent boasts the very latest in luxury camping; with soft beds; handsome mahogany closets and a writing desk; as well as an en-suite bathroom with a steaming hot shower; twin washbasins; a flush toilet; and sockets for shavers and battery charging.
Day 2: Full day at Samburu
You will spend a full day at Samburu Intrepids with game drives and activities including optional visit to Samburu villages. All meals at Samburu Intrepids Club.
Day 3: Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast depart Samburu for Lake Nakuru national park passing through Thompson's falls and many curio shops where you can test your bargaining power. Arrive at Lake Nakuru famous for millions of flamingos( The concentration of the birds have decreased due to rise of water level) & plains that are home to Black & white Rhinos, lion, leopard, and large herds of waterbuck including buffaloes. Enjoy lunch then followed by afternoon game drive. Visit the baboon cliff, one of the highest points on the hills surrounding the lake with stunning views and a picnic site where you will enjoy the scenery. Have dinner and overnight stay on Full board.
Accommodation: Sarova Lion hill Lodge
The lodge is cleverly laid out in such a way that most rooms & sitting areas afford stunning views of the lake and the park. The Lodge incorporates natural landscaping with tall acacia trees, winding walkways and greens dotted with bird feeds. The Lodge is a natural haven for bird life and attracts over 50 species of birds amongst the 400 species that inhabit the Park.
Accommodation rooms, beautiful scenery and cosy atmosphere will bring relaxation to yoursoulimmediately.
Each room offers private patios with panoramic views of the flamingo pink rimmed Lake Nakuru, ensuite bathrooms with permanent showers and WC, running hot and cold water, razor outlets with 220 & 240 volts beds with mosquito nets, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities.
Day 4: Masai Mara Game Reserve
After breakfast, enjoy an en route game drive as you proceed with the journey to Masai Mara Game reserve arriving in time for lunch. Have an afternoon at leisure before you embark on evening game drive where you will experience wildlife in its pristine environment, & savor the rustic luxury at the Sarova Mara game camp.
Masai Mara prides itself of large prides of lions & other cat's family species like cerval cat, cheetah, leopard including herbivores like Topi, hartebeest, Oribi, Grant's & Thompson gazelle, buffalo, waterbuck vervet monkey as well as many other mammals, reptiles & amphibian species.
Accommodation: Sarova Mara Tented Camp
Sarova Mara is the ideal choice for those seeking a richer experience of the Maasai Mara that goes much beyond just game drives. By virtue of its location & layout, the Camp offers an unparalleled plethora of activities & experiences from luxury tented living to bird-watching, mini golf, sport fishing & a unique insight into the Maasai culture at the adjoining Maasai village.
The camp offers spacious luxurious “tents” attractively constructed in light beige canvas with large “windows”, wooden flooring & a permanent roof. All have en-suite bathrooms with large mirrors, WC, hot & cold running water & showers, & are equipped with a fully stocked mini bar, shaver outlets for 110v & 200v & hairdryers. The emphasis is on tasteful comfort with a smooth blend into the beautiful nature that makes the Mara.
Day 5 & 6: Two full days at Masai Mara
Spend two days at Sarova Mara game camp. Enjoy different activities among them game drives, bird watching, wellness, Optional hot air balloon rides & much more.
A hot air balloon ride is one of the most amazing ways to experience the Masai Mara. The open, treeless, plains allow many of the animals to be seen from the air & viewed from an altitude of several thous& feet, the savannah scenery is breathtaking. Balloon Safaris take off just before dawn so that you are high above the plains in time for sunrise. Flights last for approximately one hour drifting wherever the air current takes you. Once back on terra firma, the flight is celebrated with a glass of champagne & a breakfast in the bush. Spend the night at the hotel.
Day 7: Departure
Depart after breakfast, travel back to Nairobi arriving in the afternoon. Have a farewell dinner with your driver guide & later transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international flight.
Tour price on request
Inclusions:
- Transport to & from in a safari vehicle with pop up roof for game viewing
- Accommodation on full board
- Park entrance fees
- Unlimited game drives
- Mineral water during game drives
- Medical evacuation covers
- The services of a professional tour driver guide
Exclusions:
- Items of personal nature
- Extra activities like visit to Maasai villages & balloon safaris
- Water & other soft drinks during meals
