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From
the open plains of the Masai Mara to the waters of
Lake Nakuru and the swamps of Amboseli, this safari
takes in three of the most picturesque regions in
Kenya. It also provides the perfect opportunity to
spot the Big-5 and to capture some diverse scenery |
Eight-day
safari including highlights of Kenya
This is a tour geared towards wildlife enthusiasts. If
you are looking to see loads of game, this is the tour for
you! Travelling to the big names of Kenya‘s National
Parks, including Samburu, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara, you
are guaranteed superb game viewing opportunities.
DAY
1: Nairobi
You
are met and transferred from Nairobi Airport to Jacaranda
Hotel or similar where you will be staying on a Bed  and
Breakfast Basis. Depending on what time you arrive you will
have the rest of the day to explore Nairobi at your own
pace.
Meals
: BB
Day
2: Samburu National Park (Approx 6 hours drive)
Depart
after breakfast and drive to Kenya's rugged northeastern
region, home of the colourful Samburu tribe. You will cross
the equator en route. Rugged and remote, this  wildlife
reserve provides some of the best and most colourful game
viewing in the country. Arrive at the lodge in time for
lunch followed by time to relax. Enjoy an afternoon game
drive returning to the lodge at sunset.
Meals
: FB
Accommodation : Samburu Serena Lodge
DAY
3: Samburu National Park
Enjoy
early morning and afternoon game drives exploring this arid
wilderness while photographing its main inhabitants. The
great thing about Samburu is that it is located in a semi
desert region of Kenya and therefore not overcrowded with
tourists, so you are always assured of fantastic game viewing.
Meals
: FB
Accommodation : Samburu Serena Lodge
DAY
4: Aberdares National Park (Approx 2.30 hours drive)
Go for
an early morning game drive in the reserve returning to
the lodge for a late breakfast and checkout. Then drive
to Aberdares National Park, situated in the shadow of Mt
Kenya, Kenya's highest mountain.
Meals
: FB
Accommodation : Tree-tops Lodge
DAY
5: Lake Nakuru National Park (Approx 3.30 hours drive)
Depart
after breakfast and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park,
famous as the home to thousands of lesser and greater flamingo.
This park also provides a sanctuary for Rothschild giraffe,
rhino and leopard. Continue to Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge
or Lake Nakuru Lodge where you overnight.
Meals
: FB
Accommodation : Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge
Lake Nakuru Lodge
DAY
6: Masai Mara National Park (Approx 4 hours drive)
Depart
after breakfast and drive via Narok to the Masai Mara National
Reserve offering wonderful scenery and plenty of game. It
is perhaps the only region left in Kenya where the visitor
may see animals in the same super-abundance as existed a
century ago. Arrive in time for lunch at your camp and go
on an afternoon game drive until sunset.
Meals
: FB
Accommodation : Mara Sarova Luxury Tented camp
DAY
7: Masai Mara National Park
Today
you may enjoy a full day of game drives with a picnic lunch
in the wild, with superb photographic opportunities to capture
the stately black-maned lion, elephant and various plains
game.
You
also have an opportunity to go on a spectacular optional
balloon ride across the Masai Mara. The Balloon Safari begins
in the pre-dawn hours. The magnificent view of the park
is thrilling. Towards the end of the safari, you rise to
a height of 1500 feet for a panoramic view of the twisting
Mara River and the savannah below. After an hour or so in
the air, your safari finishes with a flourish: a champagne
breakfast in the bush, cooked on the balloon's burners.
Please note that this is an optional extra which can be
arranged at the time of booking this trip. A full refund
will be given if the balloon trip is cancelled due to bad
weather.
Meals
: FB
Accommodation : Mara Sarova Luxury Tented camp
DAY
8: Day of Departure (Approx 5 hours drive)
Depart
after breakfast and drive to Nairobi, Kenya's colourful
capital city (5-hour drive). On arrival you will be dropped
off at a city centre hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International
airport for your departure flight.
Meals
: B
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