Tour Description:

These 5 days safari takes you through varied regions of Kenya and three of its most distinctive parks, each with its unique wildlife. From the rainforest and green mountains of Aberdare to Rift Valley birds and pink flamingos, white rhinos at Lake Nakuru to the 7^th wonder of the world Masai Mara, this Maggie Holidays Kenyan east Africa safari is a treasure of landscapes and wildlife.

 

Aberdare National Park

• 1 day with evening game viewing from the balcony of your tree hotel

Lake Nakuru National Park

• Bird watching
• Rhino sanctuary
• The Great Rift valley escarpment – Awesome scenery
• Masai Mara Game Reserve
• Unlimited game viewing drives
• Tree studded typical savannah terrain and a multitude of Wild animal species.
• Colourful Masai tribesmen
• The scenic Thompson falls at Nyahururu

Optional activities

• Masai village visit at Masai mara (please arrange with your driver guide Optional
• Hot air balloon 1 hour safari -Optional

Safari Itinerary:

 

Day 1: Nairobi- Aberdare National Park

0800am: Pick up from your hotel

Proceed to the Aberdare national park

The drive is scenic via the central Kenya highlands with stops to view tea and coffee plantations.

There shall be a further stop to see and experience the largest open-air market in East Africa at Karatina

Afternoon and evening spent game viewing from the balconies of your Tree lodge

The Aberdare national park is home to elephants, black rhinos, leopards, spotted hyenas, olive baboons, black and white colobus monkeys, buffalos, warthogs and bushbucks among others. Rare sightings include those of the Giant Forest hog, bongo, golden cat, serval cat, African wild cat, African civet cat and the blue duiker

Overnight at the Treetops lodge

Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner.

Day 2: Aberdare- Lake Nakuru National Park

Transfer to outspan hotel

Proceed to the lake Nakuru national park.

There shall be a stop to view the scenic Thompson falls at Nyahururu.

The drive via farming country and local homesteads via the Great Rift Valley escarpment floor is scenic.

Afternoon bird watching and game viewing drive.

Enjoy the diverse ecology and varied habitats that range from the Lake itself to the surrounding areas.

Lake Nakuru National Park is ideal for bird watching easy hikes and game viewing drives

The lake is home to hundreds of thousands of flamingos and other bird species.

Lake Nakuru hosts in its sanctuary the black and white rhinos.

Overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge/Sarova Lion hill

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 3: Lake Nakuru National Park – Masai Mara Game Reserve

Morning bird and game viewing drives

Depart for the Masai Mara game reserve with stops at scenic points along the safari route

Afternoon game viewing drive at the Mara

Overnight either at Mara serena/ Sarova Mara game camp /Ashnil Mara/ Mara Sopa Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 4: Full Day in Masai Mara

Masai Mara Game reserve remains the most exciting wildlife eco-system in the Natural world. It is host to the highest and most varied concentration of wild animals than any other wildlife park in the region.

The scenic appeal of the tree studded savannah plains, the moderate climate and diversity of wild game species makes it a one stop shop for game viewing activities.

We shall traverse the Masai Mara reserve on a full day of unlimited game viewing encountering the big five and more of the lesser game.

Overnight at Mara serena /Sarova Mara game camp /Ashnil Mara/ Mara Sopa Lodge

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5: Masai Mara – Nairobi

A morning game viewing drive at the Masai mara.

An extra game drive as you depart the reserve.

Proceed to Nairobi arriving late afternoon

Drop off at your hotel/ Nairobi airport

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch.

Prices Vary According to Seasons Peak, High and Low

Tour Price Includes:

• Nairobi airport-hotel pick up/ drop off transfers
• Transport in a customized pop up top 4×4 Land Cruiser jeep or safari mini-van
• Services of an experienced English/ other language speaking safari guide/driver.
• Stay in economy, comfort or luxury lodges / tented camps (your choice).
• Private game viewing drives in a 4×4 pop up top Land Cruiser jeep
• Park entrance fees
• All meals on safari
• Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
• The flying doctors medical, emergency and rescue cover.
• Pick up / drop off at Nairobi airport/ Nairobi hotel or residence
• Government taxes and local levies

 

Not Included in the Tour Price:

• Bottled & Soft Drinks
• Items and services of a personal nature
• Tips & Gratuities.