Evara Travel Escapes

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Journey to Amboseli and Safari Beneath Kilimanjaro

Journey to Amboseli and Safari Beneath Kilimanjaro

Depart Nairobi early in the morning and travel south toward Amboseli National Park, enjoying scenic views as Mount Kilimanjaro gradually comes into sight. Upon arrival, enter the park and enjoy a game drive en route to Amboseli Sopa Lodge, where you will check in and have lunch. After a short rest, head out for an afternoon game drive across Amboseli’s open plains and swamp areas, home to large elephant herds, buffalo, giraffes, and a variety of birdlife. With Kilimanjaro forming a dramatic backdrop, the afternoon offers excellent opportunities for photography and wildlife viewing. Return to Amboseli Sopa Lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, marking an exciting start to your safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HippoCommon
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HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

From Kilimanjaro Plains to the Rift Valley

From Kilimanjaro Plains to the Rift Valley

After an early breakfast at Amboseli Sopa Lodge, depart Amboseli and begin your journey north through Kenya’s changing landscapes toward the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy a scenic drive with views of escarpments and countryside before arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park around midday. Enter the park for a game drive en route to Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, where you will check in and have lunch. In the afternoon, set out for a game drive to explore the park’s diverse habitats, including acacia woodland and lakeshore areas. Lake Nakuru is renowned for its white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, and rich birdlife. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Into the Masai Mara

Into the Masai Mara

After breakfast at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, depart the Rift Valley and travel west toward the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you through scenic highlands and traditional Maasai countryside before entering the vast savannahs of the Mara. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive en route to Ilkeliani Camp, a luxury tented camp set along the Talek River. Check in and enjoy lunch, followed by time to relax and take in the natural surroundings. Later in the afternoon, head out for your first Masai Mara game drive, exploring the plains in search of lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, and other wildlife. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Ilkeliani Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

A Full Day of Game Viewing in the Masai Mara

A Full Day of Game Viewing in the Masai Mara

Begin the day with breakfast at Ilkeliani Camp before setting out for a full day of wildlife exploration in the Masai Mara National Reserve. Spend the day traversing the vast open plains, riverine forests, and rolling savannahs in search of the reserve’s renowned wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of zebra and wildebeest. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, allowing you to remain in prime game viewing areas without returning to camp. In the afternoon, continue exploring different regions of the reserve to maximize wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities. Return to Ilkeliani Camp in the evening to relax, enjoy dinner, and reflect on a memorable safari experience.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Ilkeliani Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Return to Nairobi

Return to Nairobi

After an early breakfast at Ilkeliani Camp, embark on the scenic drive back to Nairobi. Enjoy views of the rolling hills, farmland, and Maasai countryside as you leave the savannah behind. Reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable moments experienced during your 5 day safari. Upon arrival in Nairobi, your safari concludes, with the option to extend your stay in the city or explore other destinations in Kenya, offering flexibility to continue your adventure or relax before onward travel.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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