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NO.OF PAX PER VEHICLE |
AMOUNT PER PERSON SHARING |
7 PAX |
USD 2616 |
6 PAX |
USD 2674 |
4 PAX |
USD 2881 |
2 PAX |
USD 3502 |
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8 DAY COMFORTABLE SAFARI
Day 1: Nairobi – Samburu
Leave Nairobi after breakfast to Samburu, heading north, you’ll pass near Thika and continue north through some breath taking scenery dotted with rushing mountain streams and fields of tea and coffee. After Nanyuki town, you’ll continue north, eventually reaching a dusty outpost known as Isiolo, the last major stop on the journey into the remote northern frontier district. From here it’s a fairly short hop to Samburu. Arrival at the camp on time for check –in and lunch. In the late afternoon you will depart for your first game drive returning to the camp as the sunsets.
Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sarova Shaba Lodge.
Day 2: Samburu
After an early breakfast, you will Venture out in search of the big cats of Samburu and other wild species before returning to the lodge for lunch. The rest of the day is at leisure and refreshing as you get ready for your evening game drive. Your evening game drive will commerce in the afternoon where you will go out and enjoy different species of flora and fauna while the sun is setting. The Samburu Reserve is one of the most visited national parks with plenty of wildlife ranging from the rare northern specialist species such as the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk to the Beisa Oryx (also known as the Samburu Special Five).
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 3 – 4: Samburu – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast, depart for Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Ol Pejeta Conservancy is situated on the equator West of Nanyuki, between the foothills of the Aberdare and Mount Kenya. Ol Pejeta is the only place in Kenya where you can see the Big Five and the Chimpanzees. The sanctuary was established to rehabilitate animals rescued from black market. You will be able to see the stunning views of Mount Kenya and the landscapes, including grass plains, wooded grasslands and acacia woodland. Besides the game drives, you will also enjoy activities like night game drives, visits to the rhino and guided bush walks.
Arrival on time for check –in and lunch at the lodge. You will have time to relax before embarking for an evening game drive at the conservancy.
Dinner and overnight at Sweetwater’s camp.
Day 5: Ol Pejeta – Lake Naivasha National Park
You will have an early morning game drive en route Lake Naivasha. It is the highest and the most beautiful of the Rift Valley lakes. Naivasha is yet another area popular for birdwatching [over 400 species]. There are no crocodiles in the lake as the water is too cold for them, due to altitude but there are a number of hippos. An optional boat ride can be organized at an extra cost. You will also visit Crescent Island. It can be described as a garden, an animal sanctuary or simply a little paradise. If you enjoy photography, then you will be overwhelmed by the beauty that crescent Island holds. From small to big animals and birds, the sunset hits the water’s surface and the lush green vegetation that covers the space. Most of the animals here are herbivores such as the giraffes, zebras, impalas and hippos.
Lunch, dinner and overnight at lake Naivasha Elmer Resort.
Day 6: Lake Nakuru National Park – Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast check out from the camp and proceed to Maasai Mara, (approx. 5 hrs. drive. Arrive at the camp in time for lunch. “The Magical Mara” is one of Kenya’s best loved reserves. It is an extension of the Serengeti ecosystem to the south. Each year, Mara is the staging ground for the “Great Migration”, one of the awe-inspiring natural events of the world. After lunch depart for an afternoon game drive where you shall have the opportunity to view the “Big Five” namely the Lion, Buffalo, Elephant, Rhino and the Leopard. The Mara is also known for the abundance of lions.
Return back to Zebra Plains camp for dinner and overnight
Day 7: Full Day Exploring Maasai Mara Reserve
Today shall be a game-viewing extravaganza! Maasai Mara game reserve remains the most exciting wildlife ecosystem. It is a host to the highest and most varied concentration for wild animals than any other wildlife park in the region. The scenic appeal of the tree studded savannah plains; the moderate climate and diversity of wild game species make it a one stop shop for game viewing activities. We shall traverse the Maasai Mara on a full day unlimited game viewing encountering the big five and more of the lesser game. Picnic lunch shall be by the Mara river as we watch Hippos and Crocodiles.
Return back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 8: Return to Nairobi
You will have breakfast at the camp followed by check out, you will depart for Nairobi with packed lunch. You will be dropped off at your hotel/pick up location/airport.
What Is Included
What Is Excluded