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KENYA WILDLIFE SAFARIS
Departs daily, minimum 2 people sharing
This Kenya wildlife safari explores Kenya's most famous
wildlife sanctuaries and discovers the world-renowned
biodiversity of East Africa. The African safari tour
departs Nairobi and past snow-capped Mt. Kenya to
Samburu National Reserve. From semi-desert Samburu, the
Africa travel adventure goes to the world-famous
Treetops Lodge, built on stilts in the lush forest of
the Aberdares National Park. Traverse the Rift Valley to
Lake Nakuru, where pink flamingos by the thousands dance
along the lakeshore, ‘pink lake’. Your African
experience is never complete without a visit to the
Masai Mara National Reserve, the northern extension of
Tanzania's famous Serengeti Plains and Kenya's premier
place for wildlife viewing.
Day 01: Arrive Nairobi (Kenya)
Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya's vibrant capital. You'll be
met and escorted to your deluxe city-centre hotel. This
evening, your tour manager hosts an orientation and
reception. Overnight at Nairobi Safari Club, Nairobi’s
only-all suite hotel.
Day 02: Nairobi | Mt. Kenya | Samburu.
In the next week venture into Kenya's most captivating
wildlife sanctuaries, set amid the beauty of the
surrounding wilderness. This morning depart northward to
the Central Highlands where you cross the Equator as you
approach majestic Mt. Kenya, a dormant volcano with a
glistering cap of snow and ice. After a stop for lunch,
continue your drive to Samburu National Reserve in
Kenya's semi-desert, rugged northern frontier. Enroute
to your lodge enjoy your first game-viewing drive.
Settle into your comfortable lodge in the heart of the
reserve in time for dinner, Samburu Lodge, B,L,D
Day 03: Samburu.
Set in an extraordinary region along the Uaso Nyiro
River, Samburu is home to some of Africa's rare game
species. The river's permanent waters abound with
crocodile and hippo and attract plenty of wildlife
including the peculiar Grevy's zebra, the long necked
gerenuk antelope, the shy Beisa Oryx and the Somali
ostrich. Leopard, cheetah and lion are also found in the
reserve. A full day of game viewing starts with an early
morning safari. This is when the animals are most
active. Keep your camera ready, your game spotter will
lead you in search of the animals and you'll have plenty
of opportunities to photograph your sightings. Return to
the lodge for breakfast and relax by the sparkling pool.
Later this afternoon venture out on additional game
viewing, B,L,D
Day 04: Samburu | Aberdares-Treetops.
After a morning game-viewing drive. Depart Samburu
Reserve and arrive at the elegant Outspan Hotel,
surrounded by English-style tropical gardens. Enjoy a
sumptuous lunch before heading into the Aberdares
National Park, a wonderland of dense forests, tumbling
waterfalls and abundant wildlife. Arrive at the world
famous Treetops Lodge, built on stilts in the middle of
the thick forest. From the rooftop balcony or through
ground level blinds you may watch the animals arriving
at the floodlit waterhole and saltlicks throughout the
evening and night. It is an exhilarating experience,
Treetops Lodge, B,L,D
Day 05: Treetops | Lake Nakuru.
As you journey southwest today, stop at the impressive
Nyahururu Falls, formerly Thompson’s Fall and then
travel along the magnificent Rift Valley toward Lake
Nakuru, world known for its vast population of pink
flamingos. Drive through Lake Nakuru National Park, one
of Kenya's finest rhino sanctuaries and admire the
flamingos and other abundant birds dancing along the
lake's shoreline. Arrive at your lodge, overlooking the
lake, Lake Nakuru Lodge, B,L,D
Day 06: Lake Nakuru | Lake Naivasha | Masai Mara.
Traverse the Rift Valley en route to Lake Naivasha.
Here, enjoy a scenic boat ride on the lake and lunch
before continuing your drive to the fabled Masai Mara
National Reserve, rich with wildlife, birds, natural
flora and stunning scenic beauty. Arrive at your lodge,
ideally located on the banks of the Talek River
surrounded by lush landscaped gardens. Tonight enjoy a
traditional performance of tribal dances by local Masai
Warriors, Mara Simba Lodge, B,L,D
Day 07: Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve is the northern extension of
Tanzania's famous Serengeti Plains. It is Kenya's
premier place of seeing wildlife, and home to a thriving
population of predators such as lion and cheetah, as
well as hippo, crocodile, zebra, giraffe, elephant,
wildebeest and impala. Today, enjoy thrilling morning
and afternoon game-viewing drives in this photographer's
paradise. In between game drives, relax at your
comfortable lodge, take a dip in the pool and enjoy the
delicious food served, B,L,D
Optional activities:
1. Hot air balloon Safari: US$ 425 per person
2. Visit to a local Maasai village: US$ 25 per person
3. Nature walk: US$ 45 per person
4. Optional day fishing expedition to Lake Victoria: US$
475 per person
Day 08: Masai Mara
Early this morning you may join an exhilarating optional
hot-air balloon safari above the Masai Mara's plains.
You may also opt to visit the local Masai Village where
you'll learn more about their culture and customs.
Included in today's program are additional morning and
late afternoon safaris led by your game spotter who will
take you in search of the Big Five: elephant, lion,
buffalo, leopard and the much rarer rhino, B,L,D
Day 09: Masai Mara | Nairobi.
A short morning game drive. After breakfast at the
lodge, drive back to Nairobi. Scenic views of the Great
Rift Valley enroute. Arrive Nairobi in the afternoon for
a cocktail lunch at the world’s famous Carnivore
Restaurant for succulent game meat. Transfer to Nairobi
Safari Club, for an overnight rest. B,D
Day 10: Nairobi | Departure
Full day spent with excursions in the city with time for
shopping, visit some of the colourful local markets
displaying unique African souvenirs. Transfer to the
airport for your return flight home, B.
Tour Price: US$ 2,480 per person sharing. Single room
supplement: US$ 725
Tour Cost Includes:
-All ground transport whilst on safari in a comfortable
safari vehicle
equipped for game viewing, photography and touring
-Full board accommodation whilst on safari and meal plan
as described, B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner
-Accommodation in double/twin/triple rooms.
-All park entrance fees to include government taxes
-Service of an English speaking professional
driver/guide
-All game drives as detailed in the itinerary
-Bottled water whilst on safari
-Start and end at JKI Airport
-Boat ride at Lake Naivasha
-Carnivore Restaurant lunch
Tour Cost excludes:
-Tips
-Laundry
-Beverages/Drinks
-International flights
-Visas
-Items of a personal nature
-Optional activities and any other extras not detailed
in the above itinerary
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