7 Days Samburu
/Lake Nakuru/Maasai Mara Wildlife lodge safari
A lodge wildlife safari to the scenic scrub land of Samburu - this
safari gives a great insight into Kenya's diverse landscapes then to
the worlds famous Bird Sanctuary of Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara-
Kenya's most popular game park, with the possibility of seeing all
the big five and many other species of game. This is where the great
wildebeest migration is a spectacle to behold for any would be
visitor to Kenya mainly in July and August of each year, a
comprehensive wildlife trail safari.
Day 1: Nairobi – Samburu game reserve
Pick up from your hotel at 0730 hrs. and depart for the dramatic
semi-arid scrub land of the Northern Frontier. Arrival in Samburu
will be by lunch time. After lunch embark on a game drive to sight
resident wildlife species like the Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy's
Zebra, Beisa Oryx and the Blue-necked Somali Ostrich that are rare
elsewhere in the country. Dinner and overnight will be at the
spectacular Samburu Serena Lodge or samburu lodge
Day 2: Samburu Game Reserve
Full Day spent exploring the park. Dinner and overnight stay at
Samburu Serena Lodge or samburu lodge
The highlights of Samburu game reserve is the spectacular scenic
beauty, rivers and forests. It is an area where the local people
have a rich and colorful heritage. The reserves have numerous
permanent springs and a wealth of wildlife which includes leopard,
hippo, elephant, lion, reticulated giraffe, grevy’s zebra and
crocodile in the Ewaso Nyiro River. Over 365 species of birds have
been identified in the sanctuaries.
Day 3: Samburu – Lake Nakuru National park
After breakfast depart for Lake Nakuru. Arrival will be in time for
lunch at your lodge, located inside the Lake Nakuru National Park.
In the afternoon you will embark on a game drive where you will have
the opportunity to spot leopards, rhino and the famous pink
flamingos as well as a variety of other wildlife. Dinner and
overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar.
Lake Nakuru's claim to fame is anchored on its flamingo's and the
over 400 species of birds found here. The lake itself is a soda lake
on the floor of the rift valley. The sight of the at times millions
of flamingos is quite spectacular. From a distance the lake appears
ringed in pink. The Lake has also earned a reputation as an
important haven for endangered species- particularly the Rothschild
Giraffe and the black and white rhino. Lions, waterbuck, buffalo and
baboons are all residents here.
Day 4: Lake Nakuru- Maasai Mara
After breakfast departs for Maasai Mara - the land of vast migrating
animals. Arrival will be in time for lunch. After lunch embark on a
game drive. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge / Keekorok Lodge
Day 5 /6: Maasai Mara
Full day in Masai Mara with early morning and evening game drive.
you will explore one of the most famous and beautiful National Parks
in the world, you will have the opportunity to spot the Big Five
with their associated predators which include the Buffalo, Rhino,
Hippopotamus, Oribi,Warthogs, Thompson's Gazelles, Zebra, Hartebeest
among many others. All meals and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge /
Keekorok Lodge
The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is
difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded
here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles,
giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals,
wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant.
It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the
natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions
of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of
water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the
savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures.
Day 7: Maasai Mara -Nairobi
After a leisurely breakfast, return to Nairobi where the safari
ends.
Cost per person sharing
Safari price Cost Includes:
-Transport on custom made 8 seater tour van ideal for game viewing
and photography
-Full board accommodation whilst on safari
-Accommodation in double/triple room
-All park entrance fees to include government taxes
-Service of an English speaking professional driver/guide
-All game drives as detailed in the itinerary
Complimentary return airport transfers
-Bottled water whilst on safari
-Start and end in Nairobi.
-Personalized service
Tour Cost excludes:
-Tips
-Laundry
-Beverages/Drinks
-International flights
-Visas
-Items of a personal nature
-Any other extras not detailed in
-Hotel accommodations in Nairobi before and after the safari
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