Hippo Trip
5-Day Lake Naivasha - Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara
$726-1400 USD
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Safari summary
Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake in Kenya, which lies northwest of Nairobi. It is part of the Great Rift Valley. The name Nai'posha means "rough water" because of the sudden storms which can arise. Lake Nakuru is one of the Rift Valley soda lakes at an elevation of 1,754 m (5,755 ft) above sea level. In the rift valley of Kenya and is protected by Lake Nakuru National Park. Maasai Mara is one of the most famous and important wildlife conservation and wilderness areas in Africa.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Hiking | trekking | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
- Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
What’s not included?
- Accommodation
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Private vehicle and driver
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Day 1
Pick up and drive to the Western part of Nairobi, passing through and stopping over at The Great Rift valley. Arriving at Lake Naivasha which is a freshwater lake in Kenya, outside the town of Naivasha in Nakuru County, which lies northwest of Nairobi. It is part of the Great Rift Valley. The name derives from the local Maasai name Nai'posha, meaning "rough water" because of the sudden storms which can arise. You will have a free day with extras etc a Boat ride, Safari walking, and much more.
Day 2
Depart for Lake Nakuru National Park after breakfast, arriving in time for lunch at the camp or lodge as well as check-in. The afternoon game drive takes you to the lake to view Flamingos and pelicans. Also, spot White/Black Rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, Waterbucks, antelopes, Zebras, and other kinds of African wildlife. The Lake Forest attracts a wide variety of birds. Overnight at Chester Hotel Nakuru Inclusive of Bed, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Canalleys Camp
Day 3
Early morning game drive before breakfast then drive along the Great Rift Valley, passing by the extinct Kenyan food basket Mau escapements en route to Masai Mara Game Reserve with game en route to the camp for check-in as well for lunch. Afternoon game viewing in this fascinating wildlife paradise with a chance to view; giraffes, elephants, monkeys, leopards, lions, gazelles, elephants, Buffalos warthog, and different bird species. Overnight at Manyatta Camp Inclusive of Bed, Breakfast, Lunch,
Manyatta camp
Day 4
Spend a whole day viewing wildlife in Masai Mara Game reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Have a chance to see the "BIG FIVE": Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, and Leopard. Wildebeests, Zebras, Cheetahs, Gazelles, and other kinds of African wildlife can also be easily spotted. Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, and Overnight at Manyatta camp Inclusive Bed, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Manyatta Camp
Day 5
Breakfast will be at 7.00 am and you will be picked up by our driver guide at 8.00 am
. En route to Nairobi, Tour end in Nairobi.
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