Velmara Safaris

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$2,164 to $2,588 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 to Amboseli – Scenic Journey and Afternoon Wildlife Safari

Nairobi to Amboseli – Scenic Journey and Afternoon Wildlife Safari

Begin your safari with an early morning departure from Nairobi and travel toward Amboseli National Park. Enjoy the changing scenery as you leave the city and journey through the Kenyan countryside. Arrive in Amboseli around midday and proceed to your accommodation for check-in and lunch. Take some time to relax and refresh before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Explore the park’s open plains and wetlands while looking out for elephants, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, wildebeests, and a variety of bird species. On clear days, enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance. Continue the game drive until the evening before returning to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

Amboseli to Lake Naivasha – Scenic Journey and Lakeside Adventure

Amboseli to Lake Naivasha – Scenic Journey and Lakeside Adventure

After breakfast, check out from your accommodation in Amboseli and begin the scenic journey toward Lake Naivasha. Travel through the changing landscapes of Kenya, enjoying views of the countryside, local communities, and the Great Rift Valley along the way. Upon arrival in Naivasha, proceed to your accommodation for check-in and lunch. Take some time to relax before exploring the beautiful surroundings of Lake Naivasha in the afternoon. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while observing the lake’s rich birdlife and natural scenery. Guests may also choose to take an optional boat ride at an additional cost, offering an opportunity to view hippos and waterbirds from the lake. After the afternoon experience, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay, ready for the next day’s journey toward Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru – Scenic Journey and Wildlife Safari

Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru – Scenic Journey and Wildlife Safari

After breakfast, check out from your accommodation in Naivasha and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, taking in the beautiful landscapes and countryside along the way. Upon arrival, enter the park and begin your game drive, exploring areas known for diverse wildlife and birdlife. Keep watch for rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, lions, antelopes, and other animals. Continue through the park while enjoying opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography around the lake. Later, proceed to your accommodation for check-in and lunch. Take some time to relax before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Explore more of the park as the afternoon light creates excellent conditions for photography and wildlife observation. In the evening, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay, ready for the next stage of your safari.

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 Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara – Scenic Drive and Afternoon Game Drive

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara – Scenic Drive and Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, check out from your accommodation near Lake Nakuru and begin the journey toward the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy the scenic drive through Kenya’s countryside, passing rolling hills, small towns, and local communities along the way. Upon arrival in the Maasai Mara area, proceed to your accommodation for check-in and lunch. Take a short break to relax and prepare for your first afternoon game drive in the reserve. Head into the vast savannah in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, cheetahs, and other wildlife. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and keep your camera ready for memorable sightings. Continue exploring until the evening before returning to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay. Get a good rest in preparation for a full day of wildlife exploration on Day 5.

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 5

Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari – Wildlife, Mara River and Scenic Plains

Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari – Wildlife, Mara River and Scenic Plains

Start the day early with an exciting game drive through the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Explore the vast savannah as you search for lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests. Continue toward the Mara River, a beautiful natural feature where you may spot hippos, crocodiles, and wildlife along the riverbanks. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated area near the river while taking in the surrounding scenery. After lunch, continue with afternoon game viewing and photography. Guests looking for an extra-special experience may choose an optional hot-air balloon safari at an additional cost. A visit to a Maasai village is also available as an optional cultural experience at an additional cost, offering insight into local traditions and daily life. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

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 6

Maasai Mara Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Maasai Mara Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Begin your final day with an early morning game drive in the Maasai Mara, when wildlife is most active across the open savannah. Explore the reserve in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, antelopes, and other animals. Enjoy the peaceful morning scenery and take memorable photographs before leaving the reserve. After the game drive, return to your accommodation for breakfast and check-out. Freshen up before starting the journey back to Nairobi. Travel through the scenic Kenyan countryside, passing rural villages, farms, rolling hills, and local communities along the way. A short stop may be made for refreshments or photographs before continuing the journey. Depending on traffic and road conditions, arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon or evening, marking the end of your six-day safari adventure through Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and 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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