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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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