$2,499 to $3,002 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
The tour begins with a drive from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve in northern Kenya, typically 5-6 hours. During the drive, travelers can see green coffee plantations and catch glimpses of Mount Kenya. Following lunch on arrival, an afternoon game drive familiarizes travelers with Samburu's distinctive wildlife, including the "Samburu Special Five" of the Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe, Somali Ostrich, and Grevy's Zebra. African wild dogs too live in this dry terrain. Dinner and overnight at Ashnil Samburu.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Samburu Camp
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full Day in Samburu National Reserve
Full Day in Samburu National Reserve
The day is spent exploring Samburu, which is famous for its abundant diversity of wildlife congregating near the Ewaso Ng'iro River. The unlimited game drives offer an opportunity to spot leopards, lions, hyenas, cheetahs, and antelopes, along with the unique species here. One can also delve into local culture with the added experience of visiting the indigenous Samburu people. Dinner and overnight at Ashnil Samburu.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Samburu Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Samburu National Reserve to Lake Nakuru National Park
Samburu National Reserve to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, the tour proceeds to Lake Nakuru National Park, taking around 5-6 hours. The drive is commonly on dramatic scenery of the Great Rift Valley and is broken at Thompson's Falls. Lake Nakuru boasts of a gigantic population of pink flamingos as well as over 400 other bird species, hence an ornithologist's paradise. The park is also a habitat for elephants, black and white rhinos, hippos, lions, and leopards. There is an afternoon game drive which offers a chance of viewing these animals, with particular focus on the flourishing rhino sanctuary.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru National Park to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru National Park to Maasai Mara National Reserve
The fourth day involves a car drive from Lake Nakuru to Kenya's most renowned park, the Maasai Mara National Reserve, that spans approximately 6 hours. The drive is along the Great Rift Valley and the Maasai town of Narok. Arriving in time for lunch, an afternoon game drive in the Maasai Mara offers chances of seeing the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo) and a rich ecosystem with over 95 species of mammals. The park is particularly renowned for its high density of big cats.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve
An entire day at Maasai Mara avails itself fully of wildlife spotting. Between July and October during the Great Migration, visitors can potentially witness the magnificent Mara River crossing, where wildebeest and zebras fight against torrential currents and Nile crocodiles. The game drives can extend throughout the day, with the potential of picnic lunches in the park. A sunrise hot air balloon excursion is offered as an optional experience and provides a unique insight into landscape and wildlife. Cultural tours to a Maasai village are also offered as an option.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Maasai Mara National Reserve to Nairobi
Maasai Mara National Reserve to Nairobi
The final day involves a return journey to Nairobi, typically a 5–6-hour drive. This allows for lunch in Nairobi and onward travel arrangements. Depending on the departure time, there could be opportunity to see some of Nairobi's sights, e.g., the Giraffe Centre or the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
