10 Days safari in Kenya’s magnificent wilderness of Samburu & Maasai Mara
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Overview
This 10-day safari through Kenya will take you on an exclusive journey of discovery and adventure. Explore the legendary Masai Mara, experience the Masai and Samburu cultures, the verdant beauty of the great rift valley and central Kenya.
Highlights;
- Rural Central Kenya
- The Aberdares Forest
- The unusual flora and fauna of Samburu.
- Kenya
- The Thomson Falls
- The three rift valley lakes [Nakuru, Elementaita, and Naivasha].
- Maasai mara [Wildbeest migration during peak season]
- Maasai and Samburu Cultural Experiences
Tour Plan
You will begin your tour by driving north through the lush Kikuyu farmlands and coffee plantations to the cold Kenyan highlands, where you will find an abundance of unique species in the Aberdare rain forest. In this verdant forest sits a rustic country club that will serve as your lunch stop. You will be transferred to the ark lodge, which inside the Aberdare forest. The lodge has various viewing decks, balconies, and couches from where you may observe animals visiting the waterhole and salt lick. The Tree hotel offers dinner and game viewing during the night.
After breakfast, depart for the Samburu Game Reserve, which is located farther north. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp, where full board is provided. Enjoy a game drive in the afternoon through the reserve. Samburu is renowned for its unique creatures, which are often found north of the equator. This includes the gerenuk, the reticulated giraffe, the beisa oryx, and the grevys zebra. In addition, you will be able to observe elephants, lions, cheetahs, etc. Dinner and lodging are provided at the Lodge/Tent Camp.
With morning and afternoon wildlife drives, at Samburu. All meals and lodging are provided at the lodge or camp.
After breakfast, depart Samburu and drive to the Sweetwater’s Sanctuary in Nanyuki, located to the south. Mount Kenya, one of Kenya's finest attractions, will be visible. Arrive before lunchtime. Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the preserve. This private wildlife reserve is well-known for its refuge for Rhinos and Chimpanzees. Dinner and overnight accommodations at the Camp/Resort/Lodge.
After breakfast, drive in the direction of Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National park with a stop at the Thompson Falls, arriving in Nakuru in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park that also brings you to the lake famous for its millions of pink flamingos. Additionally, the park is a sanctuary for black and white rhinos. You may even get the opportunity to see leopards. Dinner and overnight accommodations at a Hotel/Lodge/
Depart After breakfast, for Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Arrive at the resort in Mara where you have a full-board reservation. Check in and then have lunch. Go for an afternoon game drive. Return to camp/lodge, unwind, dine, and appreciate the ambiance. Overnight.
You have a good start on the day for your early morning game drive in Mara. This is your opportunity to see animals emerge from their slumbering spots when the dawn rises. You return to camp to consume breakfast. Enjoy the leisurely morning. Return to your afternoon game drive after lunch to observe the wildlife in a different light. African scenery will fascinate you and steal your breath away with its vibrant sunset, expansive rolling grasslands, and tranquility. Return to the camp or lodge for dinner and overnight accommodations.
You may choose from a variety of activities, such as visiting a Maasai village, going on bush hikes and tours, or simply relaxing in the environment while swimming in the pool or getting a massage.
After breakfast on the ninth day, check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi. In the afternoon, you will be dropped off at your Nairobi hotel. You may pick to dine at a restaurant in Nairobi or savor the scenes of Nairobi city. Over night on Bed and breakfast basis.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your international flight.
Included/Exclude
- 8 nights with full board included.
- 1 night's lodging with breakfast included in Nairobi
- An additional lunch or supper in Nairobi
- All conservation and park fees
- Game drives in accordance with the itinerary
- Transport in 4x4 safari minivan
- Transportation to the Airport
- distilled water
- A certified English-speaking driving guide is provided.
- Maasai mara offers bushwalking and sundowners.
- International flights
- Tips
- Alcoholic beverages
- Travel insurance
- Laundry and personal things are not included.
- Anything not specifically included in the inclusion clause.
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