THE KENYAN WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE

Nairobi | Samburu

Day 1: Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve Depart Nairobi heading north past pineapple and banana plantations and the Tana River to the fertile Mt Kenya region. You will pass tea and coffee farms, citrus orchards and many regional towns bustling with day-to-day activity. Stop on route for photos at the Equator. Arrive at Ashnil lodge in time for lunch. After check in and lunch enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park. Samburu National Reserve is part of three small adjoining reserves that lie on either side of the Northern Ewaso Ngiro River. The semi-arid landscape is spectacular and the vegetation is made up of palms, woodland along the river, acacia woodland and dusty scrubland. Not only can you see the some of the big five, but also other species which are not present in Kenya’s southern parks including the oryx, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe and Grevy’s zebra. Bird life is also abundant here with different species of eagles, pygmy falcons, sand grouse and large flocks of crazy guinea fowl. Be prepared for hot temperatures, as they regularly reach 40 centigrade in the day, even if it rains.

Lake Nakuru | Samburu

Day 3: Samburu National Reserve – Lake Nakuru National Park Rise early for a game drive, then return for breakfast and check out. Depart for Nakuru, stopping for picnic lunch enroute. On the way you can stop for views of the beautiful Thomson Falls. Arrive late afternoon in Lake Nakuru Lodge for dinner and overnight. Lake Nakuru is famous for the thousands of flamingo that seasonally inhabit the shores of the lake. The park has been successful habitat for introducing endangered species including black rhino, white rhino, Rothchild giraffe and the elusive leopard - all of which are frequently seen on game drives. You can spot these along with buffalo, lion, zebra, waterbuck, gazelle, impala, hyrax and hippo.

Masai Mara

Day 5: Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara National Reserve After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha for the Masai Mara. Initially you will head around the lake, and then turn west along the floor of the Great Rift Valley. After a stop in the Maasai town of Narok for fuel, supplies and snacks, proceed to the Masai Mara Game Reserve  arrive at Sentrim Lodge in time for lunch, later you will enjoy an afternoon game drive before returning to your accommodation for dinner and overnight. And don’t forget the Masai Mara is not fenced and that you can look out for animals not long after departing Narok.  

Masai Mara | Nairobi

Day 7: Masai Mara Reserve – Nairobi Wake for breakfast and enjoy the mornings’ game drive. Mid-morning depart for Nairobi stopping for lunch enroute. You will arrive in Nairobi around 17:00. Safari Prices Include: Extensive Game drives as stated in the itinerary Pre–tour itinerary document All meals included while on safari All applicable Game Park entrance fees Mineral drinking water while on safari Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers booking this safari Finest accommodations Transport from and back to Nairobi in a comfortable tour van Professional Safari Guide/ Driver. Airport pick up and transfers Safari Prices Exclude: International Airfare A visit to a Masai Village Accommodations in Nairobi Cost of obtaining passport and visas Gratuity for your professional driver guide Sundowner bush cocktails and bush dinner Christmas, New Year and Easter Supplement Nature walks, Night game drives, boat rides, Camel rides etc Gratuity for Porterage/ waiters at hotels, camps and airports Membership in Flying Doctors Society – Emergency air rescue Optional Hot Air Ballooning (cost per person is 470 US Dollars) Personal expenses such traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry, emails, faxes and phone calls beverages including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary