Cherish Africa Safaris

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$2,901 to $3,360 pp (USD)

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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- Ol Pejeta

Nairobi- Ol Pejeta

Explore the breathtaking beauty and diverse wildlife of Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Check in for lunch as you relax awaiting your first game drive inside the conservancy. In the afternoon, set out on a game drive in this conservancy which is East Africa’s largest black rhino sanctuary and also the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees. Later after an amazing drive, head back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
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HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
HippoOccasional
Accommodation:
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Ol Pejeta- Samburu National Reserve

Ol Pejeta- Samburu National Reserve

Have an early breakfast, head out for a morning game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Discover more of the conservancy’s rich biodiversity, from lions and elephants to the endangered black rhino. Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only place in Kenya where these primates can be seen. Depart for Samburu National Reserve, a journey that takes you north across the equator and into the arid landscapes of Samburu. Upon arrival, check into Samburu Sopa Lodge for lunch and unwind. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a game drive before heading back to the lodge to enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to September and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June and December (Cool and fresh after rain)

Wildlife in Samburu NR

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
ZebraCommon
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
Show more
HippoOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Samburu Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Samburu National Reserve

Samburu National Reserve

Spend the entire day exploring the unique landscapes and wildlife of Samburu National Reserve. Samburu is renowned for its rare and endemic species such as the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, and Somali ostrich, Samburu offers a distinctive safari experience. Embark on morning and afternoon game drives, taking in the striking scenery of open savannahs, rugged hills, and the Ewaso Nyiro River, which attracts a variety of wildlife. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

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

Day 4

Samburu- Naivasha

Samburu- Naivasha

Depart with an en route game drive as you head to Lake Naivasha. Drive past the northern tip of the Aberdares mountains to descend into the Great Rift Valley where Lake Naivasha is located, via the Thompson Falls. After sightseeing, drive to Naivasha Sopa for check in and lunch. Later in the afternoon, visit the lake and enjoy a boat ride and a guided safari walk in Crescent Island. Enjoy your dinner and spend the night.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Avian Court Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Naivasha - Masai Mara

Naivasha - Masai Mara

Depart Lake Naivasha and drive to Masai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival, check in and have lunch. Afterwards, have a rest before embarking on your first game drive in the Masai Mara. The reserve is renowned for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five, wildebeest migration, and its vast savannah landscapes. In the evening, return to your accommodation for dinner and unwind around a campfire, sharing stories of the day's adventures.

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:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, leave for a full-day game drive with a packed picnic lunch boxes. You will have comprehensive game drives to view the wildlife and a visit to the Mara River, famous for the wildebeest migration. Have lunch by the river and proceed with the game drive until 4 pm. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Nairobi

Nairobi

After breakfst, check out of the lodge and head to Nairobi where you will be dropped at the Airport or 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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  • This tour is offered by Cherish Africa Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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