Shades of Africa Safaris

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$2,267 to $2,943 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 National Park

Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

Begin your safari with a morning pick-up from Nairobi and drive south towards Amboseli National Park, enjoying scenic views of the Kenyan countryside along the way. Upon arrival, proceed to your mid-range accommodation and settle in. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure, allowing you to relax and enjoy the surroundings before dinner and an overnight stay. Your Amboseli safari experience begins the following day with wildlife viewing in the park.

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
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Penety Amboseli Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Enjoy Full Day in Amboseli

Enjoy Full Day in Amboseli

Spend a full day exploring Amboseli National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Set out after breakfast for a morning game drive, searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and other wildlife. Return to the lodge for lunch and some time to relax before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Enjoy the diverse scenery and wildlife before returning to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Penety Amboseli Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Amboseli to Lake Naivasha to Hells Gate

Amboseli to Lake Naivasha to Hells Gate

After breakfast, depart Amboseli and travel towards the scenic Great Rift Valley with a lunch box, with a drive through the Kenyan countryside. Arrive at Lake Naivasha and continue to Hell’s Gate National Park, known for its dramatic cliffs, gorges, rock formations and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a cycling and walking experience through the park, with opportunities to spot zebras, giraffes, gazelles and other wildlife. Later, proceed to your accommodation near Lake Naivasha for dinner and 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
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Cycling safaris
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Resort
  • Mid-range resort located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara

Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara

After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and drive towards the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, passing through the scenic Great Rift Valley and rural landscapes along the way. Arrive in the Masai Mara in time for lunch and some time to settle in. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in the reserve, exploring the open savannah in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

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 (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Sentrim Mara Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Enjoy full day in Masai Mara

Enjoy full day in Masai Mara

After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive across the Masai Mara National Reserve. Explore the vast savannah in search of the reserve’s abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes and zebras. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your game drive through the afternoon, with more opportunities to discover the Mara’s diverse wildlife and beautiful landscapes. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Sentrim Mara Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Masai Mara to Nairobi

Masai Mara to Nairobi

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi, enjoying the scenic countryside along the way. On arrival in Nairobi, stop for lunch at Carnivore Restaurant before continuing to your final drop-off at your Nairobi hotel or the airport, depending on your onward travel arrangements. This marks the end of your safari.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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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  • This tour is offered by Shades of Africa Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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