Big Five Safari
Big Five Safari
Big Five Safari
7 Days Starting and ending in Nairobi, Kenya
Visiting: Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National park, Samburu Trails, Mount Kenya
Tour operator:
Tour code:
FALT6
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 8
Age range:
2-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Tour Overview
The 7 days safari is more than just a good safari, the visit to the renowned Masai mara commonly referred to as the 7th wonder of the world, then driving to the floor of lake Nakuru national park a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a birds' paradise famed for its pink flamingoes and a visit to Samburu will give you a higher chance of seeing the big cats. The sceneries during the round trip will always be a lifetime memory. From the Great Rift Valley breathtaking sceneries to the home of Kamunyak the famous lioness which adopted a baby Oryx, samburu hosts unique wildlife such as the gravy Zebra, Somali Ostrich, reticulate giraffe, Gerenuk and the Beisa Oryx as well as large predators such as Lions, Leopards and Cheetahs are easily spotted at Samburu.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Mara Sopa Lodge.
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Pick-up from your hotel / airport and drive to Masai Mara with a stop-over at the edge of the escarpment to marvel at the fall of The Great Rift Valley; a geological phenomenon emanating from the Red Sea to Mozambique in southern part of Africa. Game drive in the reserve en route to Sopa Lodge, arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon game viewing. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge.
Day 2 : Full Day Masai Mara National Reserve
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Mara Sopa Lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Whole day spent at the Masai Mara with game drives. Explore this vast tree studded reserve in search of lions, elephants, Giraffe, Cheetah, buffalo's, Antelopes, Zebra etc. Wildlife in the Masai Mara is found in prolific numbers and the game reserve has the highest wildlife concentration per square kilometer than any other park in Africa. All meals and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge.
Day 3 : Full Day Masai Mara Game Reserve
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Mara Sopa Lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning and afternoon game drives in this game reserve famous for annual wildebeests' migration from the Serengeti in Tanzania in the month of July. Optional visits to a Masai Manyatta [village] can be arranged at an extra cost. All meals and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge.
Day 4 : Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru Park
Location: Lake Nakuru National park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Masai Mara for Lake Nakuru National park. Check-inn at Nakuru Sopa in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive around the lake & into the national park. The lake Nakuru hosts the world’s largest concentration of Flamingos, which canopy the edge of these alkaline Rift valley lake. Pelicans and other bird species are abundant and the park hosts lions, leopard and other wild animals. There is a Rhino sanctuary in this park, so Rhino sighting is almost guaranteed. Overnight at Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
Day 5 : Lake Nakuru – Samburu Game Reserve
Location: Samburu Trails
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Samburu Sopa Lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Nakuru after breakfast. Proceed to Samburu game reserve on the fringes of the semi-arid northern frontier region of Kenya. Picnic lunch will be served at the Thomson falls. The scenic Nakuru — Nyahururu road passes through the hub of Kenya’s food basket and an insight of the living situation of the local population is visible. Arrive Samburu in the late afternoon. Game viewing en-route to your lodge for check-in, dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge.
Day 6 : Full Day At Samburu National Reserve
Location: Samburu Trails
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Samburu Sopa Lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Whole day spent in Samburu game reserve. The arid conditions have provided habitat for distinct animal survival peculiarities. Traverse the reserve to wonder at the reticulated Giraffe, the Grevy’s zebra, the Gerenuk, Somali ostrich, lion, elephants, cheetah, buffalo and crocodiles at the Ewaso Nyiro river which is the lifeline of the Samburu game reserve. Other species of game are also found. All meal and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge.
Day 7 : Samburu -Mount Kenya -Nairobi
Location: Mount Kenya
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Early morning game drive and later return to the lodge for breakfast. An optional game drive before the return journey to Nairobi with lunch scheduled at the base of Mt. Kenya. After lunch take a leisurely drive admiring tea, coffee and pineapple plantations to arrive at Nairobi in the early evening. Drop-off at your hotel or airport.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Entrance Fees
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Fully Guided
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Game Drives on Safari
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Full Board
What's Not Included
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Country Entry Visas
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Drinks with Meals
Meals are included but drinks not.
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
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Train Tickets
Mode of Transport
We offer all our tours with the open roof top 4x4 jeeps.
Accommodation
All the accommodations are of high standard levels.
Check out our Q&As
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The tour has a guaranteed departure for 2 people and above.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes the guide who acts as the driver.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
no
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What currencies are required for this tour?
dollars
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Are flights included in this tour?
no
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping is at guests discretion, however it is highly practised and accepted. A tip of between $5 to $10 per person per day is recommended.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
no
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
no
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Company Instant Book
yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
low
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
yes
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What is the maximum group size?
8 people
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
luxury
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
no
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
no
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
no
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes only one suitcase per person.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes you are.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
A very experienced and kind guide.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
4 years.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, with an extra single room supplement one can decide to have a room on his or her own or amongst the group if you are willing to share then one is free to do so at no extra charge.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
All WHO laid down protocols are followed to the latter.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes it meets all the basic health and safety regulations
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Once the tour is booked, you will receive a confirmation email.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We do not charge any fees for the change of dates.
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Free Date Changes
Frenzy Adventures Limited allows you to make 3 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Frenzy Adventures Limited allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform frenzy adventures limited, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Frenzy Adventures Limited requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 7 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of frenzy adventures limited charges.
Up to 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 3 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.