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Your Kenyan adventure begins upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where a representative with a pager with your name on it, will greet you and assist with your transfer to the hotel. Once checked in (standard check in time is at 15:00pm), the rest of the day is yours to unwind at your own pace, recover from your journey, enjoy the hotel amenities or simply relax. If you wish, we can organise a dinner experience at an additional cost. Situated along the Nairobi River in beautiful Kenya, the Capital of Nairobi is East Africa's most Cosmopolitan City. It serves as an excellent starting point for African Safari Trips around Kenya. Nairobi is Africa’s 4th largest City and is a vibrant and exciting place to be. There are some fascinating attractions such as its café culture, unbridled nightlife, the National Museum, the Karen Blixen Museum and most notably, just 20 minutes from the City Centre, wild Lions and Buffaloes that roam in the world’s only Urban Game Reserve. Make sure you pay a visit to the Elephant Orphanage operated by the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust for a once in a lifetime experience.
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After breakfast, depart Nairobi and head North towards Samburu, passing through dramatic shifts in landscape, from fertile highlands to the drier Northern plains. You will cross the Equator at Nanyuki before descending into Kenya’s Northern Frontier, known for its raw beauty and distinctive wildlife. Upon arrival, settle into your Camp, enjoy lunch and later take your first Game Drive in this striking wilderness. Situated in Northern Kenya, Buffalo Springs National Reserve is a protected area in the Isiolo County. Buffalo Springs, along with Samburu and Shaba, make up a trio of adjoining Reserves. Buffalo Springs National Reserve features wildlife viewing and is renowned for its magnificent Leopard sightings. This is a remote, hot and arid landscape boasting rugged hills and undulating plains. Forming the boundary with Samburu National Park, the Ewaso Ngiro River runs through the terrain flanked by riverine forests. Visitors can look forward to spotting reticulated Giraffe, the long necked Gerenuk, Somali Ostrich and Grevy's Zebra. End the day with dinner under the stars at your Camp/ Lodge. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day immersed in the rugged charm of Samburu National Reserve. The Ewaso Ng’iro River attracts a wealth of wildlife, making it ideal for Game Viewing. The Reserve is renowned for the Samburu 'Special Five' species found only in Northern Kenya; the reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, Gerenuk, Beisa Oryx and Somali Ostrich. In addition, Samburu hosts Lions, Elephants, Leopards, endangered Wild Dogs and an impressive number of Bird species. After a rewarding day of exploration, return to Camp/ Lodge for dinner and relaxation. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, bid farewell to Samburu and drive South towards Ol Pejeta. This scenic route takes you through the lush Central Highlands, passing expansive views of Tea and Coffee Estates. You will arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon Game Drive in one of East Africa’s most innovative conservancies. Ol Pejeta is home to the largest Black Rhino population in East Africa and the last two Northern White Rhinos on Earth. It also offers excellent chances of spotting the Big Five. Resting at the foothills of Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Mountain Range, in Central Kenya's Laikipia County, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy is the largest Black Rhino Sanctuary in East Africa. It is also home to some of the last remaining Northern White Rhino in the world. Originally a working Cattle Ranch in colonial Kenya and now a pioneering Wildlife Conservancy, Ol Pejeta works to protect wildlife and provide a sanctuary for rescued Chimpanzees. The Conservancy is a popular Safari destination and is home to the renowned ‘Big Five’ as well as a wide selection of other African animals including Zebras, Giraffes, Hippos, Cheetahs, Jackals, Servals, Hyenas, Vervet Monkeys and many more. Visitors can look forward to an assortment of outdoor activities such as Horse rides, Game walks and nocturnal Game drives. Tonight, dinner is at your Camp/ Lodge in Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, continue your Safari to Lake Naivasha, a peaceful freshwater lake fringed with yellow barked Acacia trees. After checking in and enjoying lunch, the afternoon is free for optional activities. Guests can choose a scenic boat ride to spot Hippos and Fish Eagles or take a Guided Walk on Crescent Island (additional charges apply). The Island is home to freely roaming Herbivores, offering an intimate, on foot wildlife experience in a serene environment. Located in the beautiful Kenya Rift Valley Basin, Lake Naivasha is a compact Market Town Northwest of Nairobi, best known as a stopping point for spellbinding Lake Naivasha. Aspiring wildlife photographers and nature lovers will marvel at Lake Naivasha and its abundance of wondrous wildlife. Here, visitors can spot wallowing Hippo pods, clouds of vibrant Bird life, Zebras and various other Game. The nearby Lake Oloiden and Oserian Wildlife Sanctuary are great spots for those passionate about wild wonders. Shopping in the bustling Town ensures unique souvenirs for mementoes as well as restaurants offering delicious local dishes with every taste in mind. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart for the iconic Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most celebrated Safari destination. The drive takes you through the Great Rift Valley before reaching the sweeping Savannahs of the Mara. Check-in, enjoy lunch and spend the afternoon on an introductory Game Drive. The Mara’s endless plains, dotted with wildlife, create a perfect welcome to this world famous Reserve. One of Kenya’s most iconic natural wonders, the Maasai Mara National Reserve stretches across more than 1,500 square kilometres in the country’s Southwest. The Park shelters a remarkable array of wildlife including Elephants, Lions, Leopards and buffaloes that roam its Savannahs, while Crocodiles and Hippopotamuses inhabit the Mara River. Birdwatchers will delight in the presence of more than 450 resident species. Yet the true spectacle is the Great Migration, named one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. Each July to September, roughly 1.7 million Wildebeest trek from the parched plains of Tanzania’s Serengeti to the greener grasslands of the Maasai Mara followed by Zebras, Antelope and predators such as Lions, Hyenas and Cheetahs. The sight, sound and raw energy of these vast herds are a once in a lifetime experience for any traveller. Dinner and overnight at your lodge/camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend a full day immersed in the beauty and wildlife of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Begin with an early morning Game Drive, the best time to witness predators like Lions, Cheetahs, Leopards and Hyenas as they take advantage of the cooler hours. The Mara’s sweeping grasslands, Acacia dotted plains and riverine forests are home to an impressive variety of wildlife including Elephants, Giraffes, Buffaloes, Zebras and countless Antelope species. After lunch, either back at your Camp or as a picnic in the bush, we continue exploring different corners of the Reserve, giving you the best chance to encounter the Mara’s rich resident wildlife. Bird lovers will also enjoy spotting some of the reserve’s hundreds of Bird species, from vibrant rollers to powerful birds of prey. Optional activities are available at an additional cost including a Hot Air Balloon Safari at sunrise, which offers breathtaking aerial views of the Reserve and a cultural visit to a Maasai Village, where you can learn about the traditions, lifestyle and heritage of the Maasai Community. As the day winds down, return to your Camp or Lodge for dinner and relax surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a final breakfast in the Mara, begin your drive back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (on your own) before checking into your Airport hotel. The afternoon is free for relaxing or joining on of the optional activities (not included). Dinner can be arranged upon request at an additional cost. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy some leisure time depending on your flight schedule (standard check-out time is at 10:00am). Later, you will be transferred to the JKIA Airport Terminal for your departure flight, marking the end of an enriching and memorable Kenyan Safari. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and cruises are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (aas)
