6 Day 5 Nights Best of Kenya Wildlife Safari
6 Day 5 Nights Best of Kenya Wildlife Safari
6 Days Starting and ending in Nairobi, Kenya
Visiting: Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Maasai Mara
Tour operator:
Tour code:
RPS-002
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 7
Age range:
4-99
Special diets catered:
Jain, Kosher, Meat, Vegetarians, Vegans, Halal
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Eco Conscious, Photography, Special Guest Tours, Wildlife Tours
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Tour Overview
Enjoy 1 Night in Nairobi, 1 Night in Lake Nakuru National Park followed by another Night at Lake Naivasha and 2 Nights in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Game drives are in open-top safari vehicles, with experienced safari driver guides. Our safari begins with a journey to Lake Nakuru National Park – renowned as a bird sanctuary with over 400 bird species; it is an excellent park for wildlife spotting and is home to many water-loving animals such as hippos and waterbucks. Other animals present in the park include waterbucks, warthogs, impalas, buffalo, Rothschild giraffes, elands, endangered black rhinos, white rhinos and, occasionally leopards. Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake and is part of the Great Rift Valley. The name derives from the local Masai name Nai’posha, meaning “rough water” because of the sudden storms which can arise. The lake is home to a variety of wildlife; over 400 different species of bird have been reported. This freshwater lake is a birding paradise. There is a sizeable population of hippos in the lake. The Masai Mara provides the best view of the famous wildebeest migration as the animals cross the Mara River between July and August.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival – Nairobi
Location: Nairobi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Emara Ole Sereni
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Our representatives will meet you at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transfer you to Panafric Hotel in Nairobi for overnight. Depending on your arrival time, our team will be at hand to arrange an optional Nairobi City Tour or a game drive to Nairobi National Park.
Day 2 : Nairobi – Drive To Lake Nakuru National Park
Location: Lake Nakuru National park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Nairobi after breakfast for Lake Nakuru National Park with a brief stopover at the Rift Valley view-point for a morning view of the Majestic Mt. Longonot and the breathtaking view of the Rift Valley. Arrive in Lake Nakuru National Park and proceed directly on a game-drive before lunch break.
After lunch proceed on another optional game drive. Lake Nakuru bird life is world-renowned and offers over 400 species of both aquatic and terrestrial bird.
Lake Nakuru animals include: Black and White Rhino, buffalo, leopard, lion, Rothschild’s giraffe, White and Black Colobus monkey, eland, steenbok, impala, Chandlers Reed buck, dik dik, rock hyrax, klipspringer, hippo and clawless otter.
Return to our accommodations in Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 3 : Lake Nakuru National Park – To Lake Naivasha
Location: Lake Naivasha
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Sawela Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After and early morning game drive we return to the lodge/ camp for breakfast. Depart by road for Lake Naivasha. Our accommodations are located right by Lake Naivasha, a fresh water lake.
We visit Elsamere — the former home of the late Joy Adamson who, together with her husband George, became world famous for their pioneering conservation work and relationship with the Lioness Elsa, as told in her best-selling book and subsequent film: Born Free. Lunch at our lodge. We take an optional boat ride to Crescent Island. Many different types of animals are found in the Island as we take a walk with the expert resident naturalist. Giraffes, waterbucks, wildebeest, Gazelles, Impala, Dik diks can be seen during the walk. We later retire back at our cozy accommodations in Naivasha
Day 4 : Lake Naivasha – To Masai Mara Game Reserve
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Sarova Mara Game Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we depart the hotel after breakfast and drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara Game Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at our Lodge and relax before departing for the afternoon the afternoon game drive. The Mara Game Reserve is one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied, and easy to see.
Residents among the Park’s are: Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousands of plain game including Impala, Zebra, Topi, both Thomson’s and grants Gazelles. Dinner and overnight at our Lodge.
Day 5 : Full Day In The Masai Mara Game Reserve
Location: Maasai Mara
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Sarova Mara Game Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Our full day in the Masai Mara Game Reserve will be spared for the search of the big cats of the Masai Mara and the spectacular view of the famous migration. All of the “Big Five” animals (elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo) can be spotted here. Herds of plains zebras are found throughout the park. Other animals include giraffes, jackals, gnus, warthogs, gazelles, hartebeests, hyenas, bat-eared foxes, Topi antelope, hippos and crocodiles in the Mara River. For bird lovers, the Mara birds come in every color and size. More than 400 bird species have already been recorded, including birds of prey. You can enjoy a colorful view of birds such as vultures, ostriches, long-crested eagles, pygmy falcons, secretary birds, marabous, red-winged Schalow’s turacos many others.
Day 6 : Masai Mara Game Reserve – Nairobi
Location: Nairobi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
If you are not participating in the optional hot air balloon you enjoy morning tea/ coffee or Hot chocolate followed by a morning game drive. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive Cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia trees. Return back to the lodge for breakfast. Optional visit to an authentic Masai village (at an extra cost) to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. Depart the Mara by road back to Nairobi arriving in late afternoon, lunch en route.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Bottled mineral water while on safari included
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Accommodation
Luxury 5 Star Accommodation while in this Safari included.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
All Airport transfers included while on this Safari
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Round trip road transport included. Flights not included.
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Country Entry Visas
Not included.
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Drinks with Meals
Juices and mineral water included. Alcoholic drinks not included.
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Entrance Fees
All park entries not included.
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Free Wi-Fi available
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Fully Guided
Services of our driver and guide included.
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Game Drives on Safari
Unlimited game drives on this safari included.
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
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Insurance
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International Travel
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Optional
Optional Extras
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Optional Visit to the Masai Cultural Villages
This is an optional visit to the homesteads of indigenous Masai people. We are introduced to their way of life through dance and songs plus traditional fire lighting methods.
Check out our Q&As
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, all park entry fees included in the price.
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Visa Requirements
Check visa requirements before traveling to Kenya and ensure you have the necessary documents.
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Currency
The currency in Kenya is the Kenyan Shilling (KES). Credit cards are widely accepted in major cities and tourist areas.
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Health & Safety
Take precautions against malaria, stay hydrated, and follow safety guidelines provided by local authorities and tour operators.
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