Trip Info
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Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
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Not for solo travelers
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Extra accommodation before and or after the tour can also be arranged at an extra cost
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Can start any day
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This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
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Mid-range, private tour
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All meals included
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English
Overview
Experience the adventure of a lifetime with a 5-Day Special Kenya Safari. Explore iconic wildlife, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture on an unforgettable journey through Kenya’s top national parks and reserves. Book your dream safari today!
You will find yourself visiting parks around the southern equator and also one park in the equator line, a glance of Mount Kenya, a rare opportunity to visit the Rhino and Chimpanzee sanctuaries at Ol-pejeta Conservancy, view the Flamingoes at Lake Nakuru and the big cats in Maasai Mara.
Highlights
- Can start any day
- Private tour
- Mid-range tour
- Can be customized
- Not for solo travelers
- Suitable for all ages
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Itinerary
You will be welcomed by our senior staff and after briefing on the safari you will proceed and drive to Northern Kenya with scenic view of Kenya countryside and attractive view of pineapple, coffee and maize corn plantations to get to Ol pejeta conservancy for lunch. You will then proceed to the afternoon lunch and after lunch, you will go for a game drive that will include a visit to the Rhino and the Chimpanzee sanctuaries that are both situated within the conservancy. The conservancy also boasts of having Reticulated Giraffes, Zebras, Impalas, Gazelles, White and Black Rhinos.
Dinner and overnight stay at Sweetwaters Serena Camp.
Main Destination: Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Best Time To Visit: June to September (Dry season)
High Season: June to October and December to March
Best Weather: June to September and December to February (Less rain)
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy: Elephant, Giraffe, White Rhino, Black Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra, Hyena, Lion, Cheetah, Wildebeest, Hippo, Leopard, Wild Dog
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
- Tented camp situated in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy that is found in the Laikipia district.
Meals & Drinks:
- Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
- Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, we will make a transfer to Lake Nakuru National park with a stop ever at the equatorial line. An equator is a geographical line drawn horizontally through the middle of the earth around it. The equater runs from west to east at the middle point between the North Pole and the South at 0 degrees. The Earth is divided into two halves by the equator, one known as the northern hemisphere and the other as the southern hemisphere.
The next day you will arriving at Lake Nakuru in time for lunch. It is about a game that goes at 1530 in the afternoon, where they will find White Rhinos grazing. The park also hosts other species like impalas, Roth’s child giraffes, Gazelles, buffaloes , water bucks, warthogs, among others. It is also famous as the birders ‘eden since it hosts over 400 different bird species.
Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
Main Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park
ClimateThe climate of the region is tropical, however the best time to visit is during the period between June and February when there is little to no rain and the animals can easily be spotted.
Tourism peaks from July to February when the park is fully open.
Best Weather: June to February (Little rainfall)
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP: Giraffe, White Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra, Hippo, Black Rhino, Lion, Leopard, Hyena, Elephant, Cheetah, Wildebeest, Wild Dog
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
- A mid-range lodge setting that is based within the precincts of Lake Nakuru National Park.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Non-alcoholic drinks
Pick up from the airstrip after breakfast and proceed to Masai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch at 1330 hrs.
Safari of the day is later in the evening with a game drive from 1600-1830 hours at the world famous reserve. Later return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Season to Visit: Juni-july and August-mitemid September (For general animal viewing and wildebeest migration respectively).
High Season: June to October and December to March
Best Weather: June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR: Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Cheetah, Zebra, Wildebeest, Buffalo, Hippo, Hyena, Leopard, Black Rhino, Wild Dog, White Rhino
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- A full service, mid-range lodge established within the boundary of the Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Non-alcoholic drinks
It is a day of the game drives with two options: an early morning and afternoon game drives at 6;30am and 4;00 pm or a full day game drive from 7;00 am to 4;00 pm to Mara River, crossing of wild beast from July to October. That is why if you want to have high chances of coming face to face with the big Cats such as the Cheetahs, Leopards and Lions, then you should visit Masai. It is equally rich in animal species with over 450 species of animals being found in the park.
Full board accommodation at Mara Sopa Lodge.
Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- A full service, mid-range lodge established within the boundary of the Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Non-alcoholic drinks
This is the day to savor your breakfast and proceed to check out from the lodge/ hotel then proceed to Nairobi through the Great rift valley view. You will be transferred to your hotel in Nairobi or to the airport for your flight home.
Apart from the animals, the park is also host to the indigenous people – the Masai warriors. They are famous for their daring moments in fighting the animals of the savanna and they entertain you with dance and songs. This means that you can feel their spirit and even come into their house to know how they live that outstanding life. This is an optional trip and it costs an additional US$30 to get a sight on it.
Some optional activities on this day include a half day city tour, cultural experience at the Bomas of Kenya & an evening meal at Carnivore restaurant with exotic cuisine (to be paid directly).
Main Destination: Nairobi (City)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
- Non-alcoholic drinks
End of tour
- Extra accommodation can also be provided at a little extra cost.
- You will be dropped at the airport.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- • Park fees (For non-residents)
- • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- • A professional driver/guide
- • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- • All Taxes/VAT
- • Roundtrip airport transfer
- • Food (As discussed in the day-by-day plan)
- • Drinks As described in the day-by-day section
Cost Excludes
- • International flights (From/to home)
- • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- • Personal expenses (Mementos, travel insurance, visa, and other expenses).
- • The imposition of taxes and/or park fees by the government
- • Some meals (Those are described in detail in the day-by-day section)
FAQs
This 5-Day Kenya Special Safari covers some of the most popular and bestselling tourist destinations in Kenya. This takes you to Nairobi then to Ol Pejeta Conservancy on Laikipia Plateau that hosts the last two remaining northern white rhinos. Then you can move on to the second part of your visit, which is the Lake Nakuru National Park that is best known for flamingoes and its Rhino. The most exciting part of the tour is two days and two-night safari in Masai Mara National Reserve, which is famous for such inhabitants as the Big five and the migration (depending on the time). The safari ends on the fifth day with a return to Nairobi.
The 5-Day Special Kenya Safari also has a unique experience of observing animal from different parts of the world. The wildlife that can be found in Ol Pejeta Conservancy includes black and white rhinos, chimpanzees, elephants, and lions. While on a tour at the Lake Nakuru National Park, one expects to experience the sight of naked flamingoes as well as the Rothschild’s giants, leopards, and rhinos. The wild life in this park is very abundant and include lions, cheetah, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, hippos and crocodiles. If you are visiting during the Great Migration which is from July to October, then you will also be privileged to see thousands of wildebeests and zebras cross the Mara River.
The 5-Day Special Kenya Safari takes place in comfortable lodges or luxury tented camps depending on one’s preference and the chosen tour package. Facilities available in these lodges include private baths, comfortable beds and good food. Some of the lodges offer spectacular views of the surrounding country side and even have water pan that.Resourcefulness Some of the lodges have beautiful sights of the natural environment and some of them have available water points where wild animals are likely to be found. Whether one opts for a mid-range or a luxury lodge, it is important to note that tourist accommodations are meant to complement the experience of the safari in as much as possible.
The 5-Day Special Kenya Safari can be done at any time of the year but the season depends on your interest of best time to see animals. The best times to visit the park for view wildlife is from June to October, and January to February which are considered dry seasons hence animals congregate near water sources. If you want to experience the Great Migration in Masai Mara then you should ideally drop by during the months of July, August September and October. The green season is from March to May and from November to December and is ideal because there are fewer tourists and the cost is lower, although there may be some difficulties due to the rain.
The following are examples of activities that may be included in the 5-Day Special Kenya Safari package:
- The cost shall include; Lodging and boarding for four nights in lodges or tented camps
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the safari
- Park entrance charges for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Masai Mara National Reserve
- One day transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a Tour Guide.
- Safari activities as planned in the itinerary
- Bottled water during game drives
Exclusions usually consist of:
- International flights to and from Kenya
- Visa fees and personal travel insurance
- Souvenirs and tips for the guide and other staff
- Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon safaris in Masai Mara)
- Expenses like souvenirs, and local drinks those are not been drawn by the package is also incurred
However, the 5-Day Special Kenya Safari is an easy and relaxed itinerary that can be done by anyone irrespective of age or physical strength including those with families especially with kids. The safari entails game driving in a comfortable 4×4 wheel drive vehicle with little emphasis on physical activity. Families with young children should ensure children are ready to sit and travel for a long time between sites. Yesterday, I also noticed that some of the lodges have special sections for kids and other games to entertain the children. Persons with limited mobility may find the experience somewhat difficult and anyone with such concerns should make prior arrangements with the safari operator.
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