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12 DAY KENYA WILDLIFE 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 Ashnil camp.
Day 2: Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast, depart for Ol Pejeta Conservancy via an en route game drive. 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 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 diverse landscapes, including grass plains, wooded grasslands and acacia woodland. Besides the game drives, you will also enjoy activities like guided bush walks, night game drives and visits to the rhino and Chimpanzee sanctuaries.
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 3: Ol Pejeta – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, there will be a morning pick up, as we drive to Lake Nakuru National Park with an en route game drive. Lake Nakuru National Park is Known all over the world for its flamingos. The lake is alkaline and recognized as being one of the Natural Wonders of the World. You’ll arrive at the flamingo fringed Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch and check –in. In the afternoon we will embark on a comprehensive game drive of this scenic park including visits to view points, which offer superb photo opportunities. Lake Nakuru is one of several Rift Valley lakes and its ecosystem supports a wide ecological diversity with flamingos [greater and lesser] and other water birds being the major attractions of the area. The ecosystem provides for about 56 different species of mammals including the white rhinos and buffalos and a variety of terrestrial birds numbering 450 species
Dinner and overnight at Nakuru Top Cliff camp.
Day 4: 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 Mara Sekenani camp for dinner and overnight
Day 5: 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 savanna 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 6: Maasai Mara Reserve – Lake Naivasha
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 7: Lake Naivasha –Amboseli National Park
You will have an early morning drive to Amboseli National Park. You will check in at your accommodation and have lunch. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a game drive. Amboseli National Park is situated due south of Nairobi. Most of the park consists of a dry, ancient lake bed and fragile grassland with patches of acacia woodland. In the southern area, there are a number of small, rocky volcanic hills. The park is known as the best place to view large herds of elephants up close. There is an immense view of Mount Kilimanjaro which is across the border of Kenya and Tanzania. It is also dominated by vast Lake Amboseli which is dry outside the rainy season. There are more than 600 species of birds in the park.
Lunch, dinner and overnight at Nyati Safari camp.
Day 8: Exploring Amboseli National Park
You’ll rise up early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit with a packed lunch provided. An optional visit to a Maasai village can be planned after breakfast (at an extra cost). The visit reveals the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience. Despite its changing habitat, Amboseli National Park is possibly the best wildlife area in the whole of Africa to experience elephants at a close range. Left carefree, elephants feeding and bathing in the swamps must form the highlights of any safari.
Dinner and overnight stay will be at the Camp.
Day 9: Amboseli National Park – Tsavo West National Park
You will start the day with an early morning game drive and return to the lodge for breakfast. Later, you will check out and embark on a 4 hours drive to Tsavo West National Park. You will enjoy game drives as you en route to the lodge. You’ll check in at the lodge early in the afternoon and have lunch. You will enjoy afternoon games at this amazing park preferably known as home to red elephants. Tsavo West National Park and Tsavo East National Park are the two national parks that form the great Tsavo National Parks. This park is known as the “land of lava, springs, man-eaters and magical sunsets.” The park is also home to over fifty million gallons of crystal clear water that comes from under parched lava rock. The Mzima Springs and the Shetani lava flows are unique attractions found at the park. Tsavo West National Park is wetter than Tsavo East National Park and is one of the oldest parks in Kenya.
You will later return to Tauso Tsavo Eco lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 10: Tsavo West National Park – Tsavo East National Park
You’ll enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and later check out and embark on a 4 hours drive to Tsavo East National Park. You will enjoy game drives en route to Tsavo East. You will check in early in the afternoon and have lunch. You will enjoy afternoon games at this amazing park preferably known as home to red elephants. Tsavo East National Park is Situated in Kenya’s southeast, near the Tanzanian border and is close to the Kenyan coast. Spanning 13,747 square kilometres of pristine wilderness, it is also one of the most extensive protected areas in Kenya and has more biodiversity than any other park globally, as it marks the meeting point between northern and southern wildlife. It is 9 times bigger than the Maasai Mara and is well known for its mane-less lions, big herds of red dust-covered elephants, and cheetahs. The vegetation is sparse, so wildlife spotting is generally easier than its counterpart.
You’ll later return to Lion Hill Safari lodge for dinner and an overnight Stay.
Day 11: Full Day Exploring Tsavo East
After breakfast, you will leave the lodge for a morning game drive. During the drive you will get to see and enjoy different animal species in the park. Afterwards you will head back to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.
In the afternoon you will head out for the another game drive and a sundowner can be arranged for you as you enjoy the beautiful African sunset while taking your drinks.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge
Day 12: 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.
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