Velvet Savannah Safaris

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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

Nairobi - Masai Mara

Nairobi - Masai Mara

You will be picked up from the airport or your hotel in Nairobi at around 7:30 am, then depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve with a stopover at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint, arriving in time for a late lunch. Proceed on a game drive. Later, return for dinner and overnight at the lodge, which is en-suite, with a private hot shower and toilet inside the tent.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and 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:
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Masai Mara

Masai Mara

After an early breakfast with a picnic lunch, you spent a full day exploring this unique reserve, which forms the northern part of the famous Serengeti National Park. You have the chance to visit the Mara River, the border of the Masai Mara and the famous Serengeti Park, where there is a concentration of many animals depending on the time you will be travelling. You will have lunch at the hippo pool, where you will watch hippos and other wild animals. Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru

Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru

After breakfast, we depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. South of Bogoria, across the equator, lies the Rift Valley's most famous lake, Lake Nakuru. Known worldwide for its flamingos, it's alkaline and recognized as one of the natural wonders of the world. Lake Nakuru is now a rhino sanctuary, harboring a population of over 40 black and over 60 white rhinos, but the flamingos, of course, have always been the main attraction. At times, there may be almost 2 million flamingos in residence, forming a stunningly beautiful deep-pink band along the lake shore. Arrive in time for lunch, then have an afternoon game drive.

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
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Nakuru - Lake Naivasha

Lake Nakuru - Lake Naivasha

After an early breakfast, spend the morning in Lake Nakuru Park, where you have a chance to see flamingos among other birds (about 350 species recorded). The park is also home to the black and the white rhino. The park has been established to protect endangered species such as the rhino and is home to colobus monkeys, leopards, giraffes, and a variety of plains antelope. After departing for nearby Lake Naivasha with a picnic lunch on the way, do an optional boat ride to Crescent Island. Later, return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Enashipai Resort & Spa
  • Luxury resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Lake Naivasha - Nairobi

Lake Naivasha - Nairobi

After an early breakfast, proceed to Hell's Gate National Park, where you will have a chance to visit the Geothermal Power Plant in Ol Karia and the hot springs. This is the only park that allows transport by walking and cycling. There is an optional visit to Crescent Island for a boat ride to see hippos and other wildlife. Later, with a picnic lunch on the way, depart for Nairobi, arriving at around 3 pm for drop-off at your hotel.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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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