7 days & 7 nights
On this seven night safari you will drive to the Masai Mara, the best wildlife sanctuary in the world. You stop on the way at the Rift Valley lakes of Naivasha and Nakuru, famous for their abundant birdlife, in particular the flocks of pink flamingos at Nakuru. A three night stay gives you time to explore the Masai Mara and ensures you will have excellent game viewing. This is the ideal safari for those wanting the very best game viewing without having to cover great distances.
Day 1 - Nairobi
Arrive in Kenya, transfer to your hotel for 1 night pre-tour accommodation. Nairobi is the capital and largest city in Kenya, and is recognised as one of the most prominent cities in Africa, both politically and financially. There is a thriving business district as well as vibrant markets and great restaurants. The Carnivore Restaurant, which specialises in all varieties of meat, including game, is well worth a visit on your first night or it makes a great end to a fantastic safari on your last night!
Nairobi Serena Hotel - B
Day 2 - Lake Naivasha
Your safari starts with a drive to Lake Naivasha, one of Kenya’s most striking freshwater lakes. Although the lake has an average depth of just five metres, it is a haven for hippos and buffalos both of which enjoy sunning themselves on the banks or wallowing in the swampy areas. The acacia forests on the lake shore attract herds of giraffe and troupes of Colobus monkeys. In addition the Lake is known as a world-class birding destination, with over 400 species.
After your safari, return to your lodge, set in beautiful grounds on the edge of the Lake. Afternoon at leisure.
Lake Naivasha or Nakuru Sopa Lodge – BLD
Day 3 - Lake Nakuru
After breakfast drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, home of the beautiful Rift Valley Lakes, the habitat of amazing flocks of flamingos. Animal life in the park includes both the White and rare Black rhino, as well as lion, leopard and over 45 other mammal species. Afterwards return to your lodge for a late lunch.
Lake Naivasha or Nakuru Sopa Lodge – BLD
Day 4 - Masai Mara
This morning starts with a drive across the floor of the Great Rift Valley, the longest rift in the crust of the earth, stretching over 6,000 kilometres from the southwest Asian country of Syria in the north to Mozambique in the south of Africa. After crossing the Rift you arrive in the Masai Mara. The ‘Mara’, as it is known, is a continuation of the migration route from the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Spend three nights in this natural paradise among zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, buffalo, elephant, antelope and gazelle. The area is rife with prides of lion and there is a good chance of spotting cheetah and even leopard. Game-viewing activities and safaris are included during your stay. The Karen Blixen Camp is nothing short of spectacular, with the great Mara plains behind the camp and the impressive escarpment and Mara River in front. The camp consists of 22 spacious, en suite tents which represent a step back in time, but with the luxury of today.
Karen Blixen Camp 3 nights – BLD
Day 7 - Nairobi
Leave the lodge and head back to Nairobi, arriving early afternoon.
Nairobi Serena Hotel - B
Inclusions: Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily, Park entrance fees, Game drives as per the itinerary, Government taxes and levies.
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