$1,948 to $2,370 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Your first Steps into Kenya's Birding Haven at Lake Naivasha
Your first Steps into Kenya's Birding Haven at Lake Naivasha
Begin your journey with a morning pick-up from the airport or your hotel in Nairobi, followed by a scenic drive down the Rift Valley escarpment. Enjoy sweeping views as you leave the city behind, arriving at Lake Naivasha in approximately three hours.
Check in at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort, a well-located property set within acacia woodland along the lakeshore—ideal for birding right from the grounds. Settle in and enjoy a relaxed lunch as you take in your first glimpses of the area’s birdlife.
In the afternoon, head out for your first birding experience around the lake. Accompanied by your expert guide, you’ll be introduced to a variety of species, with engaging insights into their behavior, habitats, and unique characteristics—an exciting start to your Rift Valley birding adventure.
In the evening, return to the lodge for relaxation and dinner. Enjoy a peaceful overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of nature, as your Rift Valley birding adventure gently unfolds.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake Nakuru Birding Experience
Lake Nakuru Birding Experience
After breakfast, check out and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Begin your morning game drive on arrival, exploring this famous birding and wildlife sanctuary. The alkaline lake draws vast flamingo flocks along the shoreline, alongside pelicans, raptors, and rich savannah wildlife including rhino, buffalo, and giraffe as your guide shares insights.
Around midday, enjoy a hot lunch at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, set on the slopes overlooking the park.
After lunch, continue with a short afternoon game drive before transferring to Lake Nakuru Lodge for check-in and relaxation.
Later in the afternoon, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, head out for an evening game drive, capturing golden-hour views over the lake and its flamingo-lined shores.
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Into the Hot Springs of Lake Bogoria2
Into the Hot Springs of Lake Bogoria2
Begin the day with breakfast at Lake Nakuru Lodge, then check out and depart for Lake Bogoria. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Rift Valley, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge, where you can relax and unwind while taking in the tranquil natural surroundings.
In the afternoon, set out for birding along the shores of Lake Bogoria, a true haven for flamingos. Witness vast flocks of lesser flamingos painting the lake in vibrant pink hues, alongside pelicans, storks, and other specialized alkaline-lake species. The experience is enhanced by the dramatic scenery of steaming geysers and hot springs, making this one of the most visually striking landscapes in the Rift Valley.
Return to the lodge in the evening for relaxation, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bogoria National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Lake Bogoria Spa Resort
Wildlife in Lake Bogoria NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Kenya's Hidden Avian Paradise
Kenya's Hidden Avian Paradise
Enjoy breakfast and transfer to Lake Baringo. Arrive at the lakeside in time to settle in and begin your full-day birding experience in one of the most rewarding birding destinations in the Rift Valley.
Spend the day exploring the shores of Lake Baringo, a rich freshwater ecosystem renowned for its exceptional bird diversity. Accompanied by your expert guide, discover a wide variety of species including kingfishers, hornbills, bee-eaters, herons, and raptors, all thriving within the acacia-dotted landscape and lakeside habitat. This immersive experience offers deep insight into the behavior and ecology of the region’s avian life.
At midday, break for a hot lunch before heading back out for an afternoon of continued birding along the lake’s edge and surrounding habitats, learning more about the remarkable species that make Baringo a birding paradise.
Later in the day, return to your resort for relaxation, followed by dinner and an overnight stay by the tranquil lakeside.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Baringo
- Accommodation:
- Lake Bogoria Spa Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Bogoria - Nairobi The End
Lake Bogoria - Nairobi The End
On the final day, guests will wake to the soft hues of dawn over Lake Bogoria, enjoy a relaxed breakfast, and thereafter depart for Nairobi, marking the conclusion of their Rift Valley birding experience.
Transfer and drop-off at your preferred destination.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
