Highlights of Kenya

Highlights of Kenya

Highlights of Kenya

 

Nairobi • Aberdares • Samburu • Lake Nakuru • Maasai Mara

Highlights of Kenya seat-in journey takes visitors through Kenya’s finest destinations. From Nairobi, the green city in the sun, to the Aberdares in the Mount Kenya region. From Samburu, Lake Nakuru, to the Masai Mara – the epitome of Africa’s scenic landscapes and wildlife magic.

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Duration

8 days/ 7 nights

Starts At

JKIA, Nairobi

Ends At

JKIA, Nairobi

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Nairobi City

Known as ‘The City in The Sun’, Nairobi boasts a robust and vibrant business environment bustling with people from all walks of life. It’s a city that never sleeps.

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Northern White Rhino

Travel to Ol Pejeta Conservancy and meet Najin and Fatu, the only remaining Northern White Rhinos in the world.

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Samburu Game Reserve

The game reserve is renowned for its rare species of animals living in its wake. The elusive leopard, for instance, is often known to patrol the park, especially in the evenings.

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Lake Nakuru

Lake Nakuru is a must-visit for the passionate bird lover. The sanctuary plays host to many water birds. Most notably are the pelicans, herons and storks. Wildlife species prevalent in the park include warthogs, baboons rhinos, to name but a few.

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Lake Naivasha – Boat Ride

A boat ride in Lake Naivasha is one sure bet for bird lovers, marine and wildlife enthusiasts to sate their appetites as they experience what they love most up-close and personal. Besides being a bird lover’s paradise, the lake is also renowned to host a healthy population of hippos. It is common to sight them lazing by the swampy areas of the lake.

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Masai Mara Game Reserve

The Masai Mara is regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife viewing areas. The annual wildebeest’s migration alone involves over 1.5 million animals arriving in July and departing in November. The park is also home to the big five game.

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Day 1: Arrive In Nairobi

Arrive Nairobi at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Pass through customs and immigration for clearance. Afterwards, receive a warm welcome from our team followed by a transfer to your Nairobi City hotel to spend your evening and overnight there.

  • Accommodation : Safari Park Hotel or similar
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
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Day 2: Nairobi/Aberdares – Mt. Kenya Region

Breakfast and morning at leisure. Lunch at Safari Park Hotel. Afterwards, depart to the Aberdares / Mount Kenya region. Arrive late in the afternoon. Enjoy beautiful views of Mount Kenya (weather dependent). Dinner and overnight at your camp.

  • Accommodation : Aberdares Country Club or similar
  • Meals: Lunch/Breakfast/Dinner
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Day 3: Aberdares – Mt. Kenya Region/Samburu

Breakfast at your lodge. Depart for Samburu. Enjoy a refreshing game drive in Samburu with picnic lunch whilst en-route. Animals commonly seen here are elephants, lions, cheetahs, Grevy’s zebras, giraffes e.t.c. Also, there are over 350 varieties of birds. These include the famous Somali Ostriches (distinguished by their unique purple/blue legs during mating season), kingfishers, humming birds, eagles, e.t.c

Arrive at your camp late in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at your camp.

  • Accommodation : Samburu Intrepids Camp or similar
  • Meals: Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast
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Day 4: Samburu

Enjoy a morning and afternoon game drive in Samburu. All meals at your Lodge/Camp.

  • Accommodation : Samburu Intrepids Camp or similar
  • Meals: Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast
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Day 5: Samburu/Lake Nakuru

Breakfast at your Lodge/Camp. Departure to Nyahururu Falls for a photo-taking session and picnic lunches. Afterwards, continue to Lake Nakuru national park.

The park is a favourite for visitors as well as locals. The park is a designated rhino sanctuary making rhinos the main attraction. Both black and white Rhinos thrive here. It plays host to the Rothschild’s giraffe, waterbucks, baboons, e.t.e. The park also plays host to the greater and lesser flamingos, and, many other bird species such as the Great crested Grebe, the black necked Grebe and much more.

Enjoy a rewarding game drive on the way to your camp / lodge. Arrive later at your Lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

  • Accommodation : Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar
  • Meals: Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast
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Day 6: Lake Nakuru/ Maasai Mara

After breakfast departure in direction Masai Mara with picnic lunches. Leaving the lakes area behind; begin your ascent up over the top of the Mau Escarpment.  Then, heading due south, travel towards Narok, gateway to the Masai Mara.  You’ll travel across the “breadbasket” of Kenya, covered with acres of wheat and barley, before reaching your destination at lunch time. After lunch, proceed for a game drive. Masai Mara is a magnificent landscape of open plains bisected by the Mara River and its tributaries, and punctuated by marshes and forests. Certainly the most frequented game reserve in Kenya. The 650 sq kilometer reserve supports the highest density of game to be seen anywhere in the world.

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Day 6: Lake Nakuru/ Maasai Mara  – Cont’d

During the seasonal migrations, Masai Mara is home to up to a million wildebeest and an equally impressive number of zebras that move into the area from neighboring the Serengeti National Park, in Tanzania. The reserve is home to all the “big five”. It is also possible to observe baboon, eland, ostrich, bat-eared fox, jackal and cheetah. The rivers abound with hippos and crocodiles.

Visit of an authentic Maasai Village for cultural encounter. Arrival at your Lodge/Camp late in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at your camp

  • Accommodation : Mara Sopa Lodge or similar
  • Meals: Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast
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Day 7: Maasai Mara

Wake up call. Early morning tea/coffee. Set out for an early morning game drive in the reserve. This is usually the most popular game viewing time. During the early hours temperatures are low, thus providing a favorable atmosphere both for the game and the viewer. Lion, Cheetah and Leopard roam the vast grasslands in search for their next meal. it may be an unsuspecting impala or even a small one like the warthog…whatever the players, and the spectacle of nature unfolding is always awe inspiring! Return to the lodge for breakfast. Mid-morning at leisure. Lunch at the lodge. Afternoon game drive will follow returning for dinner and overnight.

  • Accommodation : Mara Sopa Lodge or similar
  • Meals: Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast
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Day 8: Masai Mara/Nairobi/Departure

 

After breakfast drive to Nairobi. Drop off at your Nairobi City Hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your out bound flight in the evening.

 

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What is included and excluded in the itinerary:

Inclusions:

  • Arrival and departure transfer Nairobi
  • Meet & Greet on arrival at Jomo Kenyatta international Airport Nairobi on Day 1
  • Assistance on departure at Jomo Kenyatta international Airport Nairobi on Day 8 (up to security check Departure Hall)
  • Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Game drives as indicated in the itinerary (please be aware that due to unforeseeable weather and traffic circumstances not every game drive can be guaranteed)
  • Park entry fees to all parks and reserves included in the itinerary for 24hrs each (fees are subject to change)
  • Transportation in 6 seater custom-made Safari Minivan with services of experienced Private Safaris English speaking safari driver guide (Guaranteed Window Seat & access to pop-up Roof)
  • Allocation of Driver Guide with German/Italian/Spanish/French language abilities guaranteed with a minimum of 02 pax per language (depending on availability)
  • Two bottles of half liter mineral water per day during game drives.
  • 24/7 Concierge Service
  • Fully Comprehensive Insurance Cover
  • Flying doctors coverage: (Covers clients within East Africa for a period of 30 days. In the eventuality of a medical emergency, they will be airlifted to Nairobi where they will be taken to a good hospital. Hospital bills are borne by the patient.)

Exclusions:

  • International & Domestic flights (if not mentioned above)
  • Personal insurance and baggage insurance
  • Visa fees wherever applicable.
  • All drinks & meals unless stated above.
  • All tips and porterage.
  • Laundry, massages and other personal expenses e.g. mini-bar & telephone unless otherwise stated
  • Any other services not mentioned above and other optional/additional activities.
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Safari Park Hotel & Casino


The Safari Park Hotel & Casino stands in 50 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens in the city of Nairobi. It is Africa’s largest and most exciting conference destination offering a selection of 203 rooms; 36 suites, 167 deluxe rooms. The Safari Park Hotel is a fusion of international sophistication, safari style, theme-park fun and cultural creativity.

Nairobi, Kenya.

Aberdares Country Club


This captivating site was the homestead of an English couple that decided to settle in Kenya. Almost a half century later, their home, “The Steep”, was renamed the Aberdare Country Club and opened for guests.

Mt. Kenya Region, Kenya.

Samburu Intrepids Camp

Samburu Intrepids Camp


Samburu Intrepids Camp sits in the lush oasis of the banks of the great Uaso Nyiro River. Cooled by the river breeze and the forest, the camp sits on raised decks overlooking the brown river which is frequented by elephants with basking crocodiles on the river bank.

Samburu, Kenya.

Lake Nakuru Lodge


A beautiful eco-lodge situated in Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru Lodge boasts of unobstructed views of Lake Nakuru and its wildlife. While there, enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool and an in-house restaurant that serves a variety of dishes among other amenities to make you stay pleasant.

Lake Nakuru, Kenya.

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

On the slopes of Oloolaimutia Hills in Masai Mara lies the Masai Mara Sopa Lodge. It is one of the first safari lodges to be built inside the Masai Mara Game Reserve with mature and lush gardens as a testament to this. With various amenities for your enjoyment, a stay here will add to your sizzling experience of the Mara.

Masai Mara, Kenya.

1 Night Discover Nairobi

Discover Nairobi Tour are short trips offering you the opportunity to see the City within a short time and discover Nairobi’s beauty and history. The tour includes: Giraffe Center, Karen Blixen Museum and Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage.

  • Nairobi
  • 1 Night / 2 Days
  • Starting From $ 165

2 Nights Mombasa Beach Experience

White sandy beaches and swaying palm trees. Fringed by swaying palm trees on one side, and the warm Indian Ocean on the other, the shoreline is lined with coral reefs, making Kenya also a superb destination for watersport and diving enthusiasts alike.

  • Mombasa North Coast
  • 2 Nights / 3 Days
  • Starting From $ 540

3 Nights Amboseli Explorer

Amboseli National Park is home to many species, including the African elephant, Cape buffalo, impala, Maasai lion, Tanzanian cheetah, spotted hyena, Maasai giraffe, plains zebra and blue wildebeest among other African animals.

  • Amboseli National Park
  • 3 Nights / 4 Days
  • Starting From $ 260
Zanzibar Extension

2 Nights Zanzibar Beach Experience

There is a lot to see and to do on Zanzibar island. First and foremost, do enjoy the amazing white sand beaches especially at the north, east and south coast. The sand has the consistency of castor sugar!

  • Zanzibar
  • 2 Nights / 3 Days
  • Starting From $ 145

 

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