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Van
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Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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Nairobi
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English
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Not for solo travelers
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Can start any day
Overview
Kenya boasts of some of the best national parks and on this tour, you will be able to visit most of them. It is also cheap or relatively expensive depending on how you look at it and it can be a very hectic place for game viewing and a very high likelihood of sighting the Big Five and the ugly five. Still on the features of the safari, it is mainly about observing wildlife and natural features of the landscape, different cultures of the community inhabiting the parks, photography, viewing various ecosystems and game drives via professional tour guides. Spend most of the tour in the creme de la creme that is Masai Mara National Reserve.
Tour Highlights
- Mid-range tour
- Private tour
- Can start any day
- Can be customized
- Not for solo travelers
- Suitable for all ages
Itinerary
Your safari starts with a pick-up at 7:pick up at 0730 am from your hotel or airport in Nairobi then proceed to Amboseli National Park.
You get to Amboseli in the early afternoon, when you will have an opportunity to check-in your preferred lodge/camp, take a hot lunch and have a break before heading out for the afternoon game drive. At 4:At around 0600 hrs breakfast is served, then at around 1500 hrs go for the afternoon game drive.
The focus here is to note that Amboseli National Park is home to the world’s largest population of elephants. There are over 1600 elephants residing in the park from 56 families. There is a name on the top of each elephant’s picture, meaning each of the elephants is named.
Following the game drive, we will head back to the lodge/camp, wash up and have our lunch breakfast prepared for us.
Your accommodation for the night will be the Amboseli Sopa Lodge.
Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Weather: Since the area is semi-arid, the best time to visit would be during the monsoon season between June-October, as well as during the winter season, in the months of January-February.
High Season: December to March and July to October (very busy)
Climate: Dry and ideal climate is from June to September and from January to February (Least precipitation)
Accommodation:
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- A mid-range lodge which is situated within a short distance from the Amboseli National Park.
Meals & Drinks:
- Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, get ready for the full day game drive.
For lunch, you will take an early lunch and go for a picnic with the park surrounding you in the afternoon.
Large elephant herds are common here and the animal is viewed, especially against the grand backdrop of Mount Kenya with its snowy peaks. The park boasts of several vegetation types such as wetlands, savannah, and acacia woodlands that give excellent shots of wildlife for photographers and game freaks.
In the later part of the evening, you will then proceed to the hotel for dinner and accommodation.
Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- A mid-range lodge which is situated within a short distance from the Amboseli National Park.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After having breakfast, make sure that you proceed to Naivasha. This will afford you a halt at the rift valley viewpoint to capture some pictures and later proceed to lake Naivasha.
You will be dropped at the hotel to check in and after that taken for lunch.
In the afternoon after lunch you will then proceed for a boat ride in the Lake Naivasha followed by a walking safari in the animal sanctuary as the heat from the sun has reduced. Here you get a one on one encounter with animals such as the giraffe and zebras, you are almost touching the animals.
You shall then transfer to the hotel for dinner and accommodation for the night.
Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Avian Court Hotel
- This accommodation facility is a mid-range hotel based in the Naivasha area, which is near Lake Naivasha.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Spend breakfast at the shores of Lake Naivasha and then proceed to the Hells Gate National Park. Then spend the night at Ziwa Bush Lodge.
Hell’s Gate Park which is found in the Great Rift Valley in Kenya, in the area surrounding Lake Naivasha is famous for its steep cliffs, geothermal activity, and Hell’s Gate gorge. Unlike most National Parks which are more of ecosystems that can only partly be explored via car traffic, it is more of an adventure park that allows hiking, biking or even rock climbing. The park contains wildlife like zebras, giraffes, and various bird species but there is a lack of big predators in the park. It has been used as a film backdrop, specifically to Disney’s “King of the savanna or The lion king.”
Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Main Destination:
Hell’S Gate National Park
When To Go:June to February as there is little rain in this period.
High SeasonIn most occasions one may find it difficult to come across fellow park visitors.
Weather: Best/Dry season: June to February [Least rainfall]
Accommodation:
Ziwa Bush Lodge
- Moderately rated lodge situated near the boundary of Lake Nakuru National Park.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Capture the morning vistas by having breakfast then proceed for a morning game drive at lake Nakuru until midday.
This is paradise for the bird photographers because there is an incredible supply of a large number of birds. There are lions that climb trees, rhinoceros, Rothchilds giraffes, and of course, what makes it the pink lake: flamingoes.
After a hearty breakfast, take lunch followed by an amazing game drive before proceeding to Masai Mara National Reserve. Go for an evening nature trail with exceptionally beautiful sights of the plants/vegetation and animals with your company to guide you. You can also consider visiting the cultural center known as the Masai Village to familiarize yourself with the people’s way of living.
Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Recommended SeasonJune to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High season is from June to October and from December to March.
Weather: June to October is the best time to visit Frankfort since it is sunny but not overly hot.
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- This accommodation type is a mid-range tented camp, which is located within the premises of the Masai Mara NR.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
The sequence of the sites you will be visiting today is not set in stone and it is within your guide’s discretion as to how you will forego your day.
You can have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around the park at 6:30 am with your picnic lunch. This will give you an opportunity to visit the Mara River where the migration takes place during the said time. Additionally, it is often more likely to have full day sightings of different animals and then retire to the lodge for dietary intake and rest at night.
Safari is a unique experience in the wilds and any holiday in Kenya would be incomplete without a trip to the glorious Masai Mara. There are stunning views in every direction of the landscape; incredible wildlife, especially predators and birds; and a fascinating and dynamic history. The Masai Mara in Kenya is undoubtedly one of the best places to go for a safari in Africa.
Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- This accommodation type is a mid-range tented camp, which is located within the premises of the Masai Mara NR.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Depending on your program, you will coordinate with your guide on how to leave Masai Mara for your next destination.
You will be taken to your place in Nairobi or to the airport in case you are heading back home.
Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
End of tour
- Extra bedding can also be provided at an extra charge.
- You will be transported to the airport where there shall be a car waiting for you.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- • Park fees(For non-residents)
- • Any action(Unless optional)
- • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade), All food(Unless listed as upgrade)
- • A professional driver/guide
- • All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)(Some activities may be elective)
- • All Taxes/VAT
- • Roundtrip airport transfer
- • Breakfast(Generally consisting of cereal or toast) Lunch(As stated in the day-by-day part, it depends on the day)
- • Drinking water(On all days)
Cost Excludes
- • Interconnection flights(Home –origin –destination)
- • Extra stay pre- and post-tour
- • Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 per day for per person)
- • Tours and miscellaneous Acc (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- • Government imposed changes in taxes and/or park fees
- • Fruits; Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
FAQs
Here, you will find great numbers of elephants and they are easy to observe; the setting of Acacia woodland againstsavanna grasslands is also magnificent especially when it is framed by the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. You may also get to see lions, cheetahs and different kinds of water birds such as flamingos and pelicans in the wetlands of the park.
Common animals that you will find in Tsavo East and Tsavo West include the already mentioned red elephants which are so called due to the red soil they inhabit, giraffes, zebras, and in rare cases, black rhinos. Another attraction is Mzima Springs at Tsavo west endowed with hippos and crocodiles.
This area provides opportunity to see Big Five-animal list including lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino as well as the great wildebeest migration if one is lucky to arrive during this period. Apart from wildebeests, Maasai Mara has cheetahs, hyenas, and a variety of bird species.
Both the open plains and swampy marshes of Amboseli National Park make wonderful settings, and the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro erosion forms a beautiful background.
Tsavo East is dominated by expansive plains and pale acacia woodlands and scrublands while the ‘green’ strip appears by the Galana River. This makes it ideal for viewing wildlife since terrestrial animals can be easily seen from a distance due to the parks openness.
Tsavo West, however, is quite varied with elements such as the volcanic hills, the Density Bush, and the scenic Chyulu Hills. The park also contains the Shetani Lava Flows and the Mzima Springs which are rich in vegetation.
The park has gentle undulating grasslands with scattered acacia trees, which are characteristic of the Maasai Mara ecosystem. The environment of Lake Nakuru consists of wooded and bushy grasslands while that of Lake Naivasha provides a serene view of the freshwater species and environment, enriched with lush vegetation.
The best time to visit Amboseli is during the dry periods of the year which are from June to October and January to February since animals tend to gather around water sources. These months also experience good visibility, especially at night, when the friendly skies make it possible to view Mount Kilimanjaro with ease.
In Tsavo East and West, it is recommended that travelers plan their trip in the dry season because animals tend to congregate near the water source such as rivers. This natural spectacle of the Maasai Mara is the wildebeest migration that takes place during the dry season, which spans from July to October. However, it is perfect for viewing wildlife throughout the year. The most recommended time to visit Lake Nakuru and Naivasha is during the dry season in order to have good view of the flamingos and other water birds.
Accommodation in Amboseli varies from luxurious lodges such as Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge to relatively cheaper tented camps like Kibo Safari Camp. Many provide beautiful vistas of Mount Kilimanjaro and clear directions to the park.While Tsavo East and West are characterized by several lodges that provide close access to the parks’ main features such as the Aruba Dam and Mzima Springs, they range from the basic Voi Wildlife Lodge to the more luxurious Finch Hattons.
Here, accommodation ranges from luxurious lodges such as Mara Serena Safari Lodge to the more luxurious and environmentally friendly camps such as Olare Mara Kempinski. Accommodation options are a mix of lodges and tented camps at Lake Nakuru and Naivaska accommodation also boasts of waterfront views and bird watching.
Part of the sightseeing involves interacting with the Maasai people in Amboseli and the Maasai Mara areas to sample their way of life. You will discover more about their past lifestyle patterns, dances that are exclusive to them, their beadwork as well as their relationship with the wild animals.
In Tsavo East and West, the facilities also offer a chance to visit the local villages and interact with the indigenous people, the Taita and Kamba tribes, who have coexisted with the parks for generations.
When you are in the Nakuru and Naivasha region, you will be in a good position to engage the people at the market places or even experience a boat ride where one gets to learn more of the fishermen and their daily routine.
It may consist of game drives, nature walks, culture and arts, bird watching, animal tracking, and airstrip transfers.
- Amboseli: You will spend one to two days and the main activity will be game drives and scenic views of Observation Hill.
- Tsavo East and West: These parks typically require 1-2 days, with game drives focusing on top attractions such as the Mudanda Rock, Lugard Falls, and Mzima Springs.
- Maasai Mara: It takes approximately 2 to 3 days to traverse the park and the early morning and late evening game viewing to yield the best chance of viewing the lions in action.
also get a chance to visit Lake Nakuru for the flamingoes and the rhinos (1 day) as well as Lake Naivasha for the boat ride and a visit to Crescent Island (1 day).
