8 Days Kenya Wildlife Safari Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Maasai mara
8 Days Kenya Wildlife Safari Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Maasai mara
8 Days wildlife safari to Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara Game reserve in Kenya cover Kenya`s prime destinations that offer a remarkable experience to wildlife enthusiasts. The safari starts and ends in Nairobi Kenya. It includes wildlife, birdlife and it features the blend of Wildlife, birding exploration experience. This safari allows two nights in Maasai Mara National park which gives chances to explore Kenya`s most famous wildlife safari destination notable for hosting the African Big five and the Great Migrations, a least to mention
- Day 1: Depart from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve.
- Day 2: A full day game drive in Samburu National Reserve.
- Day 3: Transfer to Aberdare National Park & enjoy leisure in the afternoon with the wild game views from the lodge.
- Day 4: Transfer from Aberdare National park to Lake Nakuru National Park, undertake birding and game drive
- Day 5: Transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve & and do an evening game drive.
- Day 6: A full day game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Day 7: A second full day of game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Day 8: Do a morning game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve & return to Nairobi
Detailed Safari Itinerary of the 08 Days Kenya wildlife safari to Samburu National Reserve /Aberdare National Park /Lake Nakuru National Park / Maasai Mara Game Reserve
Day 1: Depart from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Transfer from Nairobi at 0630hrs to Samburu National Reserve. (a home to the endangered wildlife such as Grevy Zebra, Gerenuk, Reticulated Giraffe, Oryx, Antelope, and other mammals). Enjoy the impressive views of pass pineapple plantations and fertile farmlands en route, arriving in time for lunch at the lodge. Have a leisurely and relaxed afternoon. Do an evening game drive at 1600hrs in search of wildlife.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge / Sarova Shaba Lodge
Day 2: A full day game drive in Samburu National Reserve.
Undertake a game drive in the morning at 0630hrs searching for wildlife. Return for breakfast at the lodge and relaxation in the afternoon by the poolside. Do another game drive in the evening starting at 1600hrs searching for more wildlife.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge / Sarova Shaba Lodge
Day 3: Transfer to Aberdare National Park & enjoy leisure in the afternoon with the wild game views from the lodge.
Transfer from Samburu at 0700hrs after an early morning breakfast to Aberdare National Park. (a park with scenic views of the beautiful Aberdare Ranges, breathtaking falls that plunge 300m and a habitat to the rare bongo species). Arrive at the base hotel for lunch and transfer to the Tree Hotel for a rewarding afternoon offering direct views of wildlife from the hotel as they come to lick salt and water.
Accommodation: The Ark
Day 4: Transfer from Aberdare National park to Lake Nakuru National Park, Undertake Birding and Game Drive
An early morning breakfast at the Tree Hotel and arranged transfer to board the vehicle at the base hotel. From the base hotel, transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park. (a home to over 2 million flamingos that flock to feed on the teeming algae of this flesh water lake and over 450 species of that can be spotted as well as rhino sanctuary that includes both Black Rhinos and White Rhinos). Arrive at the lodge for lunch and afternoon relaxation. Do a game drive in the evening at 1600hrs searching for wildlife.
Accommodation: Flamingo Hill Tented Camp / Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Day 5: Transfer from Nakuru National Park to Maasai Mara National Reserve & do game drive
Transfer from Lake Nakuru at 0700hrs after an early breakfast to the worlds famous Maasai Mara Game Reserve. (featuring wide savannah, meandering rivers, rolling hills, riverine forests, forests with the famous African big five, bountiful birdlife and huge grazing herds). Enjoy impressive views en route with a thrilling drive, Arriving at the lodge for lunch, leisure and afternoon relaxation. Do a game drive in the park at 1600hrs in search for wildlife.
Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp / Mara Sarova Tented Camp
Day 6: A full day game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Embark on a game drive after early morning breakfast for a full day experience enjoying wildlife views. Continue to Mara river for picnic lunch as well as enjoying the views of resident hippos and Crocodiles. Return to the lodge in the evening for relaxation dinner, and overnight.
Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp / Mara Sarova Tented Camp
Day 7: A second full day of game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Embark on a game drive at 0630hrs in the morning searching for wildlife. Return for breakfast and afternoon leisure at the lodge. Undertake a rewarding evening game drive starting at 1600hrs which offers opportunities to views animals as they are searching for supper at the sunset time
Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp / Mara Sarova Tented Camp
Day 8: Do a morning game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve & return to Nairobi
Have a last day game drive in the morning at 0630hrs to make a recap of wildlife search. Return for breakfast and 1000hrs checkout at the lodge for a transfer back to Nairobi. Enjoy scenic views en route and a stop at the View Point to experience the beauty of The Great Rift Valley. Arriving Nairobi in the afternoon.
General Safari Inclusions
- Gorilla Permit (for gorilla trekking safaris)
- Chimpanzee Permit (for chimpanzee trekking safaris)
- Full Board Accommodation on Safari
- Transportation in either 4X4 Safari Van or 4X4 Safari Land Cruiser all with Pop up roof & AC
- Fuel
- Professional English Speaking driver guide. Any other foreign language speaking guide can be arranged on request.
- Entrance fees to the tourist sites including Protected areas mentioned
- Activity fees of the tourist activities mentioned
- Bottled water while on safari
- Border crossing fees (for cross border safaris)
General Safari Exclusions
- General tips for the driver guide, site guides and service staff at the lodges
- Laundry Services
- Other Beverages / drinks of personal nature like Alcohol
- International Flights (Arranged on request)
- Domestic Flights (Arranged on request)
- Visas
- Optional Activity fees
- Other extras not mentioned in the Itinerary
- Airport Transfer (Arranged on request)
- Accommodation in Kampala or Kigali unless it is part of the Itinerary (Arranged on request)
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