This Classic Kenya Safari Package takes you to Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, and Tsavo East, some of the top national parks and game reserves in Kenya. The wildlife safari part will take 8 days, after which you will go to the Kenyan coast for an unwinding beach holiday extension.
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Nairobi |
DEPARTURE TIME | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
RETURN TIME | Depending on your flight plans. |
WEAR | Casual, comfortable and light |
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Arrival
Day 1: Nairobi - Masai maraWe will pick you up at your hotel in Nairobi early in the morning. We can also meet you at the airport (JKIA), if your international flight to Kenya arrives in the morning. After briefing you about the safari, you will depart for Maasai Mara, by road, making a brief stop at the Rift Valley view point along the way. Check in at the safari lodge upon arrival, followed by lunch and early afternoon relaxation, before going for your first game drive inside the national reserve. You will return to the lodge later in the evening for dinner and overnight. Accommodation at Mara sopa lodge on full board basis. Main destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve Best Time to Visit June to October and September to October High Season June to November and December to March Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)
Expect to see Elephants, Lion, Cheetah, Giraffe, Hippo, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeast & the Hyena.
Accommodation: Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2: Explore Masai Mara PlainsYou will wake up very early, take a cup of coffee, then set out on a morning game drive inside Maasai Mara. The morning game drive offers you a good chance of catching some great wildlife action because the animals are usually more active when the temperatures are cooler. Return to the lodge for breakfast, then spend the rest of the morning relaxing and enjoying the facilities at the safari lodge. After lunch, you will have adequate time for a siesta, followed later by an evening game drive in the national reserve. Alternatively, instead of a morning and afternoon game drive, you can opt for a full day game drive. This is especially recommended during the wildebeest migration season. In this case, you will take an early breakfast, then leave the lodge carrying parked lunch in picnic boxes. You will spend full day exploring the vast plains inhabited by a great variety of big game and plains animals. Main destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve Accommodation: Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3: Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National ParkAfter an early breakfast at the lodge, you will check out and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. The drive to Lake Nakuru is quite long, taking about 6 hours. You will arrive at the lodge in time for lunch. Early afternoon at leisure, then proceed for a safari drive inside the national park from around 4PM till sunset. Meals and accommodation at lake nakuru game Lodge. Main destination: Lake Nakuru National Park Best Time to Visit June to March best for wildlife viewing (Little rain) High Season July to March (The park gets very busy) Best Weather June to March (Little rainfall)
Expect to see Giraffes, White Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra, Hippo, Black Rhino, Lion
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Amboseli National ParkTake an early breakfast at the lodge, then start the drive to Amboseli National Park. This will be another long drive, taking about 6 hours. You will carry parked lunch from the lodge in Lake Nakuru. Alternatively, you can also stop for lunch in a restaurant in Nairobi. Arrival in Amboseli in time for an afternoon game drive, then later proceed to the lodge just before sunset. Dinner and overnight at Kibo safari camp. Main destination: Amboseli National Park Best Time to Visit June to September and January to February High Season December to March and July to October (Busy) Best Weather Jul to Sep and Jan to Feb (Little rainfall)
Expect to see Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeast, Hippo, Hyena.
Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5: Discover Amboseli National ParkWith a full day to spend in Amboseli, you will have an early morning and a late afternoon game drive, giving you an opportunity for great wildlife photography against the backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro. On clear days, the views are breath taking. All meals and accommodation at Kibo safari camp. Main destination: Amboseli National Park Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6: Amboseli to Tsavo West National ParkEnjoy one last early morning safari drive in Amboseli, then take breakfast before departing for Tsavo West. At Tsavo West, you will be staying at the iconic Ngulia Safari Lodge. Lunch will be served at the lodge, upon your arrival, followed by early afternoon relaxation, then an evening game drive. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. Main destination: Tsavo West National Park Best Time to Visit June to September and January to February High Season December to March and July to October (Busy) Best Weather Jul to Sep and Jan to Feb (Little rainfall)
Expect to see Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeast, Hippo, Lion, Buffalo, Hyena.
Accommodation: Ngulia Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo West NP Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7: Tsavo West to Tsavo East National ParkGame viewing drives with a visit to the Mzima springs. Proceed to Tsavo East National park with game spotting and scenery viewing en route. Overnight shall be Voi wildlife lodge is located in the Savannah grasslands of Tsavo East, Kenya, just 5km off the main highway connecting the Capital Nairobi to Mombasa. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Main destination: Tsavo East National Park Best Time to Visit June to September and January to February High Season December to March and July to October (Busy) Best Weather Jul to Sep and Jan to Feb (Little rainfall)
Expect to see Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeast, Hippo, Lion, Buffalo, Hyena.
Accommodation: Voi Wildlife Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Tsavo East NP without fences Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8: Tsavo East to MombasaYour last day of safari. Early morning game viewing drives at the Tsavo East national park. We depart the park for the drive down to Mombasa. From Mombasa town, we proceed to the south coast beach resorts. Our next place of stay for three nights is Baobab beach resort and spa. Main destination: Mombasa Beaches Accommodation: Baobab Beach resort Mid-range resort located in or near Diani Beach Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9-10: Beach at leisureYou have two full days to spend at your own pleasure. You can decide to simply relax at the beach or enjoy a multitude of water sports and other activities. If you would like, we can also arrange for guided tours to nearby attractions in Mombasa and surrounding areas at an extra cost. Accommodation at Baobab beach resort and spa, all inclusive arrangements. Main destination: Mombasa Beaches Accommodation: Baobab Beach resort Mid-range resort located in or near Diani Beach Meal & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 11: Mombasa to NairobiAfter breakfast at the hotel, our representative will pick you up and transfer you to the Moi International Airport in Mombasa. We select flights out of Mombasa that connects your outbound flights in good time. This scheduled flight must arrives in Nairobi to connect with your international flight back home. Main destination: Nairobi Accommodation: No Accommodation (End of tour) Meal & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
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