Trip Info
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Pop-up roof minivan
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Suitable for solo travelers and groups alike
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Pre and post tour accommodation 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
A Maasai Mara safari, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli park trip. Maasai Mara is famous for the almost certain spotting of the Big 5. This is also famous for the crossing of zebra and wildebeest which is done every year between the months of July and october. Lake Nakuru National Park is a natural reserve for wildlife and is situated at an altitude of 1754 meters above the sea level. Over 400 species of birds the park supports while Amboseli it is famous for big herd of elephants and best of all, the stunning view of the Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Highlights
- Can start any day
- Private tour
- Mid-range tour
- Can be customized
- Suitable for solo travelers
- Suitable for all ages
Itinerary
Collection from airport or hotel and depart Nairobi in the morning at 0700hrs in a deped, arrive Amboseli National park in the mid –morning just in time for check in at the camp and have lunch, inthe evening at around 1600hrs we will do a game drive in the park before retiring to the camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Best Time To VisitJune to October and January to February
High SeasonDecember to March and July to October (Busy)
Best WeatherJune to September and January to February (Little rainfall)
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hippo, Hyena, Lion, Cheetah, White Rhino, Black Rhino, Leopard, Wild Dog
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
- Self-catering mid-range tented camp for tourists in the middle of Empala Gate to Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
- Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Vehicle options for hire include 4 wheel drive or 4 by 4 and our guide/driver will pick you up at your hotel at around 7:00am and depending on the contracted packages we will provide you with a lunch box to be consumed while on a full day game drive.
Apart from African elephant, Amboseli National Park has numerous other species which include cape buffalo, impala, lion, cheetah, spotted hyena, giraffe, zebra and wildebeest among others. This flaw is also rich with Kenyan birds, from the big ones that even a layman is likely to identify to the small ones that you may have to stop at every sighting in order to take a closer look at.
Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
- Self-catering mid-range tented camp for tourists in the middle of Empala Gate to Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
When you are up, you will have breakfast at 7 in the morning Then you will be met by your safari driver guide for the day and head to Lake Nakuru arriving for lunch as well as check in. After lunch and some rest time you will proceed to be picked up by your safari driver guide for an evening game drive at 4.00 pm before returning to the lodge at sunset.
Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park
The Best Season For The YearJune – February (Best for wildlife; no much rain)
Peak SeasonJuly to February (the park receives many visitors)
Best WeatherJune 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 Lodge
- Moderate costing lodge that is right inside Lake Nakuru National Park
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
In the morning at 7:00am, you will be met by your safari driver guide and then depart for the famous Maasai mara national reserve to arrive in the middle of the day for lunch check in. There are no planned activities for the morning so after breakfast, you can unwind and rest before you head out for an afternoon game drive at 4pm with your safari driver guide before returning to the lodge as it gets dark.
Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
ClimateThe climate is generally warm throughout the year but best during the dry season from June to September for general game viewing and August to October for the wildebeest migration.
High SeasonJune to October and December to March
Best WeatherJune 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:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- A medium budget campground that is situated in Masai Mara National Reserve.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast at the camp at 07;00hrs you will be picked by your safari guide and proceed with a full day game drive with picnic lunch and thereafter head for the beauty of the Maasai mara national reserve and expect to be graced by many animals in the magnificent park. You will be free to come at 16.00hrs for relaxation and leisure.
Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- A medium budget campground that is situated in Masai Mara National Reserve.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
You will be served breakfast at the lodge at 08:00am, then be accompanied by your guide to go back to Nairobi.
Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
End of tour
- If one needs extra accommodation, it can be arranged at an extra cost.
- You will be taken to 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
- • Foods (As described under daily schedule)
- • Drinking water (On all days)
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)
- • Tours and general amenities (Kitsch, souvenirs, insurance, visa, and other related expenses).
- • The extracted factors include government-imposed shifts in taxes and/or park fees.
FAQs
The 6-Day Earthwings Classic Safari includes; transportation in a 4 x 4 safari vehicle, accommodation in Deluxe lodges or Tented Camps, park fees, guide services and meals as per the itinerary. Here are some of the leading wildlife parks in Kenya that you will visit namely; Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Amboseli National Park. Finally, well seasoned tour guide will be available to assist you throughout the trip and expound more on the fauna and geography.
This park is indeed gifted with the big five animals which include lions, Leopards, Elephants, Buffaloes, and Rhinos besides other animals such as Cheetahs, Giraffes, Zebras among others. If you happen to be here in the month of July to October you stand a chance of coming across a natural spectacle called the migration where thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River.
Flamingoes throng this lake in large numbers and when they line the shores of the lake in large flocks, the pink hue they form is a spectacle to behold. This is also the best place to witness white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes and many birds as well.
Acacia diaxylum is famous for the huge elephants groups and beautiful scenery of Mount Kilimanjaro. It is a good place to visit for tourists and one can get a chance to see lions, cheetahs, wildebeests, zebras and different bird species.
The ideal time to go for this safari is during the dry seasons which are from June to October and from January to February as animals are most easily spotted during the dry season. They indicate that animals concentrate at watering points making it easy for hunters to easily identify them. The spectacle of the Great Migration Within the Maasai Mara takes place from July to October. However, the wildlife spotting opportunities are so good in both Lake Nakuru and Amboseli that this safari can be recommended for any time of the year.
The safari entails the use of lodges and tented camps that add an element of luxury to the adventure as well as the interaction with the environment. Accommodation in Maasai Mara is mostly in lodge or luxury tented camps with a stunning view of the landscapes. At Lake Nakuru, most of the tourist accommodations can be found close to the park such that tourists can easily and quickly access the lake and wildlife. During the game drive in Amboseli, you will get a good view of Mount Kilimanjaro, especially from your lodge or camp. All the accommodations are self-contained, offer delicious meals and have a high standard of service.
The 6-Day Earthwings Classic Safari covers several national parks with daily, early morning or afternoon game drives for optimal wildlife observation. In the morning and the afternoon, you will have a game drive in the Maasai Mara which is more productive when it comes to viewing the wildlife. On your trip to Lake Nakuru, you will be taken on a circumference around the lake with a break to view the flamingoes and the rhinos. Game drives will afford excellent views of the large herds of elephants and Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli. Other extra attractions like the Maasai village thrill and the hot air balloon trips over the Maasai Mara will cost the client additionally.
Bring comfortable, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing to avoid standing out in the wild environment. You should carry along a hat, sunglasses, sunblock as well as insect repellent. A good pair of binoculars as well as a camera with extra memories saves on time when taking wildlife photos. Items such as towels, bed sheets, and towels are usually provided but it is advised that guests carry toiletries and medicines with them. Mornings and evenings are relatively colder in Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli; therefore, a warm coat or a sweater should be packed. Last but not the least, make sure that you have all the necessary traveling documents such as a passport, a visa (if needed) and insurance.
