$2,584 to $2,682 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi – Kakamega National Park
Nairobi – Kakamega National Park
Arrive in Nairobi and depart early for western Kenya, driving through the scenic Great Rift Valley and fertile farmlands toward Kakamega Forest. Arrive in the afternoon and check in at your lodge. Enjoy an introductory forest walk for birding, spotting unique Guinea-Congo biome species such as the great blue turaco, blue-headed bee-eater and African broadbill. Dinner and overnight are near Kakamega Forest.
- Main Destination:
- Kakamega Forest
- Accommodation:
- Golf Hotel
Wildlife in Kakamega Forest
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Kakamega – Saiwa Swamp National Park
Kakamega – Saiwa Swamp National Park
After an early breakfast, enjoy a final guided morning bird walk in Kakamega Forest, focusing on mixed flocks and canopy species. Later, drive north toward Kitale and onward to Saiwa Swamp National Park. This small but rich wetland is excellent for rare and localized birds. In the late afternoon, enjoy birding around the swamp edges. Dinner and overnight are near Saiwa.
- Main Destination:
- Saiwa Swamp National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Tree Top Hut
Wildlife in Saiwa Swamp NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Saiwa Swamp – Ruma National Park
Saiwa Swamp – Ruma National Park
Begin with early morning birding at Saiwa Swamp, searching for papyrus and swamp specialists such as African finfoot and Ross’s turaco. Depart mid-morning and drive south toward Lake Victoria, arriving at Ruma National Park in the afternoon. Enjoy a relaxed game and birding drive, with chances to see savannah and woodland birds. Dinner and overnight are near Ruma.
- Main Destination:
- Ruma National Park
- Accommodation:
- Victoria Sands Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ruma National Park – Lake Baringo
Ruma National Park – Lake Baringo
Enjoy early morning birding in Ruma National Park, known for open grassland and acacia woodland species. After breakfast, drive eastward into the Rift Valley toward Lake Baringo. Arrive in the late afternoon and check in at your lodge. In the evening, enjoy birding around the lake shores and gardens, home to an exceptional diversity of species. Dinner and overnight are at Lake Baringo.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Baringo
- Accommodation:
-
Island Camp Baringo
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Baringo – Lake Bogoria
Lake Baringo – Lake Bogoria
Spend the morning bird-watching around Lake Baringo, including lakeshore walks and optional boat birding for waterbirds and raptors. After lunch, drive south to Lake Bogoria National Reserve. Enjoy afternoon birding along the alkaline lake, famous for flamingos and hot-spring landscapes. At sunset, enjoy bird photography opportunities. Dinner and overnight are near Lake Bogoria.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bogoria National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Lake Bogoria Spa Resort
Wildlife in Lake Bogoria NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Bogoria – Lake Elementaita
Lake Bogoria – Lake Elementaita
Enjoy early morning birding at Lake Bogoria, focusing on waterbirds and Rift Valley specialists. Depart mid-morning and drive south through Nakuru toward Lake Elementaita. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy birding along the lake shores, known for pelicans, flamingos and migratory species. Spend a relaxed evening at the lodge near Lake Elementaita, with dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Elementaita
- Accommodation:
- Sentrim Elementaita Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lake Elementaita – Nairobi & Departure
Lake Elementaita – Nairobi & Departure
After an early breakfast, enjoy a final morning birdwalk around Lake Elementaita, taking advantage of the soft light and peak bird activity. Later, depart for Nairobi via the main highway, arriving in time for lunch or onward international departure. End of a rewarding Kenyan bird-watching safari.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
