Velmara Safaris

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$2,576 to $3,263 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

Journey to the Masai Mara & Afternoon Game Drive

Journey to the Masai Mara & Afternoon Game Drive

Begin the day with an early morning drive towards the magnificent Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. As part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara is renowned for its abundant wildlife, open grasslands and the seasonal movement of wildebeest and zebras accompanied by predators. Enjoy the changing scenery along the way before arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. After some relaxation, head out for an afternoon game drive, searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife across the Mara plains.

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
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Sarova Mara Game Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Big Five, Mara River & Maasai Culture

Big Five, Mara River & Maasai Culture

Start the day with an early morning game drive across the Masai Mara, searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest. For an unforgettable experience, you can choose an optional hot-air balloon safari at an extra cost, offering stunning sunrise views over the Mara plains. Continue towards the Mara River, an important wildlife area and a famous Great Migration crossing point. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your game drive. In the afternoon, guests can also enjoy an optional Maasai village visit at an extra cost, offering an opportunity to learn about local traditions, culture and daily life before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Mara River (Kenya)
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Sarova Mara Game Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Scenic Safari Journey

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Scenic Safari Journey

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Masai Mara, taking advantage of the cooler hours to search for wildlife across the open plains. Keep watch for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest before leaving the reserve. Continue towards Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoying scenic views of the Kenyan countryside along the way. Have lunch en route before arriving at your lodge for check-in and some relaxation. Later, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru, searching for rhinos, buffaloes, lions, leopards and a variety of birdlife around the lake. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

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
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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 to Aberdare – Scenic Safari

Lake Nakuru to Aberdare – Scenic Safari

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, searching for rhinos, buffaloes, lions, leopards and the park’s diverse birdlife. Later, leave the park and travel towards the beautiful Aberdare region, passing through scenic countryside and local communities. Arrive in time for lunch and check in to your accommodation. Spend the afternoon relaxing or enjoying the surroundings before dinner and overnight in the Aberdare area.

Main Destination:
Aberdare National Park
Best Time To Visit June to September and December to February (Driest months)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Aberdare NP

ElephantCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionNone
HippoNone
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Aberdare Country Club
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Aberdare NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Aberdare to Samburu – Into Northern Kenya

Aberdare to Samburu – Into Northern Kenya

After breakfast, depart Aberdare and travel north towards the spectacular Samburu region. Enjoy the changing scenery as the lush central highlands gradually give way to the drier landscapes of northern Kenya. Arrive in Samburu in time for lunch and check in at your lodge. Later, head out for an afternoon game drive, searching for elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes and Samburu’s unique wildlife, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe and gerenuk. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

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
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Samburu Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Full-Day Samburu Wildlife Adventure

Full-Day Samburu Wildlife Adventure

After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive through Samburu National Reserve, exploring its rugged landscapes and diverse habitats. Keep watch for elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, cheetahs and other wildlife, as well as species particularly associated with northern Kenya such as Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and Beisa oryx. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your wildlife search in the afternoon. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Samburu Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Samburu to Nairobi – Safari Finale

Samburu to Nairobi – Safari Finale

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Samburu National Reserve, making the most of the cooler hours to search for wildlife and capture memorable views of the rugged landscape. Later, leave Samburu and begin the journey back to Nairobi, enjoying scenic views of the changing countryside along the way. Stop for lunch en route before continuing to Nairobi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or preferred location, marking the end of your safari.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Activities:
Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle, Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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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