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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi
Nairobi
You'll be met upon arrival with our traditional "Karibu" greeting from our representatives and transferred to your hotel for the night. Check in for relaxing time. Take an optional walk to see the bustling city life. Nairobi offers a host of activities for guests to engage in while they spend time here. These include a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum, an afternoon at the Giraffe Manor, and shopping excursions to Kazuri Beads to purchase beads and pottery (at an extra cost).
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- Kenya Comfort Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Buffalo Springs National Reserve
Buffalo Springs National Reserve
Depart for Buffalo Springs National Reserve after breakfast. Head to the semi-desert Northern Frontier of Samburu, arriving late afternoon. Check in at your hotel for lunch and a short rest. Enjoy a thrilling afternoon game drive in the woodlands and open savannah areas of the Samburu plains in search of the Samburu Special Five. The rocky areas of the Koitogor hills provide a safe habitat for various bird species to thrive.
- Main Destination:
- Buffalo Springs National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Riverside Camp
Wildlife in Buffalo Springs NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Buffalo Springs
Buffalo Springs
Leave early for sunrise golden lights along the Ewaso Ngíro River and the Buffalo Springs Circuit, the best time to capture lions, cheetahs, and leopards on the move, and also for bird watchers with over 100 species. The Ewaso Ng’iro River is home to herds of elephants that display fascinating behaviors, including mud bathing and swimming in the river during hot afternoons. Return to your lodge for breakfast.
After breakfast, you go on a full-day game drive in the park with a packed lunch, following elephants through the riverine forests and tracking the elusive wild dogs known to roam this reserve. Expect sightings of the Samburu Special Five, among other wildlife. As the sun sets, the golden light transforms the rugged landscapes into a picture-perfect safari scene.
- Main Destination:
- Buffalo Springs National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Riverside Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Samburu Cultural Walk
Samburu Cultural Walk
Take a morning game drive with eyes fixed on the unique terrain characterized by golden plains, cliffs, rocky outcrops, and hills that create unique scenic backdrops for landscape photos and create desert-like scenes with wildlife silhouettes. Besides the Samburu Special Five in their natural habitat, it’s also a home for ground birds, the colourful songbirds, raptors and cliff-dwelling birds hidden in the rocky areas of the hill.
Return to your lodge for breakfast and a brief time to relax. Take an afternoon tribal walk with Samburu warriors, who will be happy to share their culture and lifestyle with you. From their iconic beadwork and colorful attire to their unique warrior ceremonies and traditional dances, Samburu culture adds a profound dimension to your safari experience.
- Main Destination:
- Buffalo Springs National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Riverside Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Nakuru National Park
After an early, hearty breakfast, depart Samburu for Lake Nakuru, traversing the vast landscapes of the Northern Frontier. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. Go on a late-afternoon game drive to see one of the largest ornithological spots, flocks of flamingo at the lake, and a variety of wildlife, including the famous white and black rhinos found in this park.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Kivu Resort Nakuru
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
After an early breakfast, we drive to the Masai Mara, Kenya’s premier wildlife park, which is home to the greatest concentration of wildlife in the world. We continue to explore the park on the afternoon game drive in search of lion, cheetah, elephant, buffalo and other members of the Big Five, as well as other animals. At sunset, we will visit a section of the Mara River where we hope to see many hippos and crocodiles.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Mara Duma Bush Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
Take an early-morning game drive in the park, then return to your camp for breakfast. After breakfast, you go on a full-day game drive with a packed lunch in search of its popular residents, such as well-known predators and their prey, like zebra, wildebeest and giraffe.
The vast, open grasslands of the Serengeti-Mara are home to over 3 million large mammals. These include over 1.4 million wildebeest, which migrate each year in an enormous, struggling herd between the southern and northern parts of the Serengeti and back again.
In the evening, visit the Maasai village for a warm welcome, a traditional dance, cultural tours and insights into how they coexist with wildlife in the Mara ecosystem. You also have the chance to meet local artisans and see their intricate handcrafted souvenirs, giving you a memorable cultural experience.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Mara Duma Bush Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Nairobi
Nairobi
After an early breakfast, depart from the Masai Mara and drive to Nairobi, with the option to visit the Giraffe Centre and the Karen Blixen Museum. Transfer to the airport in time for your outbound flight to your next destination.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
