Velmara Safaris

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$2,576 to $2,771 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

Scenic Journey from Nairobi to Amboseli

Scenic Journey from Nairobi to Amboseli

Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or residence. Depart the city and travel south towards Amboseli National Park, enjoying beautiful views of Kenya’s countryside, local communities and changing landscapes along the way.

Arrive in Amboseli around midday and proceed to your accommodation for check-in and lunch. After a short time to relax, begin your first afternoon game drive through the park’s open plains. Keep an eye out for the famous Amboseli elephants, as well as lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and a variety of bird species.

As the afternoon progresses, enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro when the skies are clear. Watch the changing colours of the landscape as the sun begins to set before returning to your accommodation. End your first day with a delicious dinner and a peaceful evening surrounded by the atmosphere of the African wilderness.

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:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

A Full Day of Wildlife in Amboseli

A Full Day of Wildlife in Amboseli

Begin the day with an early morning game drive across Amboseli National Park, when wildlife is most active and the morning light creates beautiful views of the landscape. Explore the open plains in search of Amboseli’s famous elephant herds, together with lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and a variety of birdlife.

Return to your accommodation for a relaxed breakfast and some time to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. After lunch, head out for another game drive, exploring different areas of the park and taking every opportunity to discover more wildlife.

As the afternoon draws to a close, pause to appreciate the spectacular scenery and, when conditions are clear, the impressive sight of Mount Kilimanjaro. Return to your accommodation for a refreshing evening, dinner and a comfortable overnight stay in Amboseli.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Discover Hells Gate and lake Naivasha

Discover Hells Gate and lake Naivasha

After breakfast, depart Amboseli and begin your journey towards the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel through Kenya’s countryside towards Hell’s Gate National Park, known for its dramatic cliffs, gorges and striking volcanic landscapes.

Upon arrival, enjoy an exciting exploration of the park, with an opportunity for a guided nature walk or cycling experience depending on your preference and park conditions. Keep watch for zebras, giraffes, gazelles, buffaloes and various bird species while experiencing the landscape at a closer and more active pace.

Continue to nearby Lake Naivasha for lunch and check in to your accommodation. Spend the afternoon relaxing beside the lake or enjoying an optional boat ride across its tranquil waters, where hippos and abundant birdlife can often be seen.
As evening approaches, unwind in the peaceful surroundings before enjoying dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Hell’S Gate National Park
Best Time To Visit June to February (Little rain)
High Season The park is rarely busy
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Hell’s Gate NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
LeopardVery Rare
CheetahVery Rare
HyenaRare
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LionNone
HippoNone
Accommodation:
Leisure Apex Resort
  • Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru Wildlife Escape

Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru Wildlife Escape

After breakfast, leave the peaceful shores of Lake Naivasha and continue towards Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy the scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, with beautiful views of the surrounding hills and countryside.

On arrival at Lake Nakuru, begin a game drive through the park in search of its diverse wildlife. The reserve is known for its rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, lions and numerous bird species, with the lake providing a picturesque setting for photography and wildlife viewing.

Enjoy lunch before continuing your afternoon exploration of the park. Take time to appreciate the changing landscapes, from open grasslands to woodland areas surrounding the lake.

Later, head to your accommodation to relax and enjoy the evening. Savour dinner in a peaceful setting before settling in for a comfortable overnight stay near Lake Nakuru.

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:
Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Journey into the Wild Heart of the Maasai Mara

Journey into the Wild Heart of the Maasai Mara

After a relaxed breakfast, leave Lake Nakuru behind and journey towards the spectacular Maasai Mara. Enjoy the scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and rural landscapes, with the anticipation building as you approach one of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destinations.

Arrive in the Mara around midday and settle into your accommodation before enjoying lunch. Take some time to refresh and soak in the peaceful surroundings before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.

Enter the vast golden plains of the reserve and begin your search for Africa’s most remarkable wildlife. Watch for elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and buffaloes as they move through the open grasslands. Every turn brings the possibility of an exciting wildlife encounter.

As the sun begins to lower, enjoy the beautiful colours across the Mara before returning to your accommodation for a delicious dinner and a relaxing evening.

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:
Sentrim Mara Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Full-Day Maasai Mara Wildlife Experience

Full-Day Maasai Mara Wildlife Experience

Start the day with an early morning game drive across the Maasai Mara, when the savannah is alive with activity. Search for lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and buffaloes while enjoying the beautiful morning scenery.

For an unforgettable experience, guests can choose an optional hot-air balloon safari at an additional cost, offering spectacular sunrise views of the Mara from above, followed by a bush breakfast.

Continue your wildlife adventure with a visit to the Mara River, where hippos and crocodiles can often be seen along the water, while wildlife gathers around the surrounding plains. During the migration season, the river becomes famous for dramatic wildebeest crossings.

Later, guests may enjoy an optional Maasai village visit at an additional cost, offering an opportunity to learn about Maasai traditions, culture and community life.
Return to your accommodation for dinner and a relaxing evening.

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

Day 7

Farewell to the Maasai Mara and Return to Nairobi

Farewell to the Maasai Mara and Return to Nairobi

Enjoy your final morning in the Maasai Mara with an early game drive, giving you one last opportunity to encounter wildlife across the beautiful savannah. Watch for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and predators as the reserve comes alive in the cool morning hours.

Return to your accommodation for breakfast before checking out and beginning the scenic journey back to Nairobi. Travel through the Great Rift Valley and enjoy views of the changing landscapes and rural communities along the way.

Stop for lunch en route before continuing towards Nairobi. On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel, residence, or preferred drop-off point, marking the end of your memorable Kenyan safari.

Take with you unforgettable memories of Amboseli’s elephants, Hell’s Gate’s dramatic scenery, Lake Nakuru’s wildlife and the extraordinary experiences of the Maasai Mara.

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