Kenya/Zanzibar Safari

9 days—Kenya is home to the original safari with an abundance of wildlife and Natures' beauty within its boundaries.

$2130-2365 USD

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Safari summary

This moderately paced itinerary offers a "hot" mix of beach and bush in Northern Kenya and Zanzibar. Experience the sights and sounds of the "unique five" whilst visiting the Samburu people and interacting with them in song, dance and culture, building-up to the ultimate post-safari experience by the beaches of Zanzibar.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Kenya Tanzania
	Parks	Laikipia Plateau Nairobi Samburu

Fine details

Safari highlights

Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools

Itinerary

Day 1

Nairobi

Day 1 Nairobi – Shaba The journey begins as we depart by road towards the Northern Frontier, home to the “Unique Five” animals prevalent in this region such as Grevy’s Zebra, Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe, Gerenuk and the Somali Ostrich. Arrive in time for lunch and check-in. After a short relaxing break we begin our safari experience in Shaba. Dinner and overnight in Shaba - FB

Day 2

Buffalo Springs

Day 2 Shaba Full day in Shaba with morning and mid afternoon games drives at Shaba National Reserve with a possibility to crossing over to Buffalo Springs Reserve for further exploration. Dinner and overnight in Shaba - FB

Day 3

Samburu

Day 3 Samburu/Ol Pejeta After breakfast check out and drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. This 90,000 acre conservancy is located in Laikipia district and is home to the largest concentration of the black Rhino as well as the only place in Kenya where the endangered Chimpanzees can be seen. While at the conservancy you will have a guided bushwalk at 1500hrs to explore Ol Pejeta's vast Savannah on foot and learn more about animal behavior, how to identify animal tracks/droppings and discover the diverse flora and fauna from the well-trained guides. The adventure continues with a night game drive after dinner at 1930hrs. Dinner and overnight in Ol Pejeta - FB

Day 4

Day 4 Ol Pejeta/Nyeri After breakfast check out and drive to The Ark which is set in the heart of Aberdare National Park. The Ark overlooks a floodlit watering hole which attracts a host of wildlife. The Ark has four viewing decks with balconies and lounges to provide superb game viewing from the comfort of the lodge. Dinner and overnight in The Ark - FB

Day 5

Nairobi

Day 5-8 Nyeri/Zanzibar After breakfast check out and drive back to Nairobi and transfer to JKIA for a flight to Zanzibar where we will be spending the next four nights. We check in and spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Zanzibar is one of the best-kept secrets in the Indian Ocean, with the fascinating historical town - Stone Town and its magnificent beaches. Zanzibar offers visitors year-round sunshine with a diverse range of attractions to suit all tastes for any holiday maker. Dinner and overnight in Zanzibar - AI

Day 9

Nairobi

Day 9 Zanzibar-Nairobi After breakfast we check out and transfer to the airport for our flight back to Nairobi at 1200hrs. Sadly, this marks the end of our stay in this beautiful island. After arrival in Nairobi you shall be hosted at The Carnivore Restaurant famous for serving both domestic and game meat roasted on large skewers over a huge charcoal pit then brought to your table and carved in sizzling cast iron plates. After dinner transfer to Jomo Kenyatta Airport (JKIA) for your onward flight to the next destination.

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