Experience an unforgettable journey across the most fascinating places in Kenya. Get ready for this luxurious voyage that will cover Samburu with its arid scrubs; Aberdare, exceptional for its moisture; Nakuru, home to an incredible number of wild animals; and Maasai Mara, famous for its vast plains. They also dig the pristine beaches of Lake Naivasha and the grandeur of Amboseli, both of which provide diverse aspects of cultural experiences, natural beauty and wildlife.<\/p>\n","cost_includes":"\u2022\tPark fees (For non-residents)\n\u2022\tAll activities (Unless labeled as optional)\n\u2022\tAll accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)\n\u2022\tA professional driver\/guide\n\u2022\tAll transportation (Unless labeled as optional)\n\u2022\tAll Taxes\/VAT\n\u2022\tRoundtrip airport transfer\n\u2022\tMeals (As specified in the day-by-day section)\n\u2022\tDrinking water (On all days)","cost_excludes":"\u2022\tInternational flights (From\/to home)\n\u2022\tExtra lodging, especially for the pre and post tour.\n\u2022\tTips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)\n\u2022\tPersonal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)\n\u2022\tIncrease in taxes and\/or park fees implemented by the government\n\u2022\tSome meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)","itineraries":[{"title":"Day 1: Nairobi - Samburu National Reserve","content":"\n
Depart from Nairobi after breakfast and drive to Samburu. North of Nairobi, you will be driving close to Thika town and further up the beautiful expansive landscape with hills and eye-pleasing scenes with streams of water and tea and coffee farming land. You will proceed northwards, from the town of Nanyuki, passing through other towns such as Isiolo, which is the last major town before moving further into Northern Frontier district which is relatively more isolated. From here, one can easily get a car and head off to Samburu.
Check into the camp and have lunch at the time agreed when you are expected to be at the camp. In the afternoon, go for your first game drive and get back to the camp as the sun begins to set. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Simba Lodge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Samburu National Reserve<\/p>\n\n\n\n Seasons have mild climate with less chances of rain from June to September and from January to February.<\/p>\n\n\n\n High Season: December to March and July to October (Busy)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Weather of the Year: June and December (cool and fresh after the rain)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wildlife in Samburu NR<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Leopard, Buffalo<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Samburu Simba Lodge<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This morning, you will wake up early enough to have your early breakfast before you go for a game drive in the search of the big cats of Samburu and other wildlife species before returning to the lodge for your lunch break. The rest of the day is spent at leisure and relaxing as you prepare for the evening game drive. Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Samburu National Reserve<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Samburu Simba Lodge<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Following breakfast, transfer south of the equator to the Aberdare Country Club situated at the foothills of Mweiga. The next morning, after lunch and high tea, leave for Naro moru River Lodge, situated in the forest on the slopes of the Aberdare Mountains at 7,000 feet. This excellent lodge is also well placed for high altitude game viewing some of which are not easily spotted anywhere else and they include the giant forest hog, bush pig, tree hyrax, large spotted genet and the bongo. Wildlife can be viewed from outside as it is seen, heard, smelt and felt but the situation of having tea and staying warm inside is different. Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Aberdare National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Time To VisitJune to September and December to February (These are the dry months)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Peak season is from June to October and December to March.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best times to visit the park is during dry season, which is from June to September and in December to February whereby rainfall is less frequent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wildlife in Aberdare NP<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Elephant \u2013 Buffalo \u2013 Hyena \u2013 Black Rhino \u2013 Lion \u2013 Leopard<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Naro<\/strong> Moru River Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In the morning, there will be another pick-up after taking breakfast, followed by an en-route game drive to the Lake Nakuru National Park. Lake Nakuru National Park is famous internationally for its flamingos. It is a natural lake which has an alkaline nature and has been classified among some of the wonders of the world. Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lake Nakuru National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n The ideal time to visit Lipton\u2019s Maidan is from June to February as there is not much rainfall and the wildlife comes out in action at East Sikkim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Peak Season:July to February (Many people visit the park during this period)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Climate & Rainy SeasonThere is less precipitation during June to February.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Giraffe<\/strong>, <\/strong>White Rhino<\/strong>. Buffalo<\/strong>. Zebra<\/strong>. Hippo<\/strong>. Black Rhino<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lake <\/strong>Nakuru Sopa Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n After breakfast, depart from the lodge and head to the Maasai Mara game reserve for about 5 hours. Reach the lodge just in time for lunch. The \u201cMagical Mara\u201d is among the most popular reserves in Kenya. It is an expansion of the Serengeti ecosystem to the southward direction. Mara is also well-known for hosting annually, one of the most spectacular phenomena in the animal kingdom, the \u2018Big Wildebeest Migration\u2019. Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Masai<\/strong> Mara National Reserve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Season To Visit : June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and between August and October (For wildebeest migration).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Peak season is from June to October and December to March.<\/p>\n\n\n\n SeasonalityThe best time to visit is between June and October when the sun shines brightly but it is not too hot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wildlife in Masai Mara NR<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Cheetah, Zebra, Wildebeest<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Masai<\/strong> Mara Sopa Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Today is going to be a fantastic day full of amazing game viewing! Maasai Mara National Reserve, therefore, remains the most thrilling wildlife habitat. It houses more and different classes of wild animals compared to any other wildlife park within the region. These phenomenas and features include tree-studded savannah plains, moderate climatic conditions and an abundance of different species of wildlife that make it a complete package in terms of game-viewing activities. Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Masai<\/strong> Mara National Reserve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Masai<\/strong> Mara Sopa Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In the morning, you will enjoy a game drive as you head to the Lake Naivasha. It is considered to be the highest and one of the most beautiful lakes in the entire Rift Valley region. Naivasha is yet another area that tourists often visit to enjoy their preferred activity of bird watching (over 400 species). There is no crocodile in the lake because the water is relatively cold due to the altitude and there are several hippos. Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Avian Court Hotel<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Early in the morning, you will be driven to Amboseli National Park. You will arrive at your lodging and be served lunch. In the afternoon, you will be engaged in a game drive. Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Amboseli National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Time To VisitJune to October and January to February<\/p>\n\n\n\n High Season: December to March and July to October (Busy)<\/p>\n\n\n\n >Climate information: The best time to visit Sri Lanka is from June to September as well as between January and February because there is less chance of rain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wildlife in Amboseli NP<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Large: Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hippo,<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sentrim<\/strong> Amboseli Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You will wake early to get good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before the clouds obscure the summit and carry lunch with you. For extra activity, a visit to the Maasai village after taking breakfast can be arranged for. This visit shows that singing and dancing are their regular activities and an important part of their religious practices. Even a brief look into their homes and the structure of their society provides quite an emotional experience. Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Amboseli National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sentrim<\/strong> Amboseli Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n After an adventurous morning exploring this park, tourists and visitors are transported back to Nairobi, Kenya\u2019s capital city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On this day, you will wake up and have your breakfast at the camp before checking out from the camp, and then you will go to Nairobi for lunch. You will be dropped off at your hotel, pick-up location or an airport closer to the hotel or your pick-up location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Main Destination:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accommodation:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n No accommodation (End of tour)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meals & Drinks:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The 10-Day Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha tourism package focuses on some of the most popular parks and reserves in Kenya. You will tour Samburu National Reserve where Grevy\u2019s zebra and reticulated giraffe can be found; Amboseli National Park where one gets to see large elephant herds and stunning view of Mount Kilimanjaro; Lake Nakuru National Park with flamingoes and black rhinos; Maasai Mara National Reserve rich in wildlife and famous for the annual wildebeest migration ; and Lake Naivasha that has boat<\/p>\n"},{"title":"When is the most appropriate time to book the 10-day 10 Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, and Naivasha safari?","content":"\n As for the timing behind the 10-Day Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha safari booking, there cannot be a specific answer due to its dependency on the client\u2019s preference. Wildlife is more visible during the dry season because the animals concentrate around the few water sources available. If you wish to experience the popular great migration, then it is advisable to travel to Maasai Mara between the months of July and October. The recommended time to visit Kenya is during the green season which runs from November to May because the weather is cooler, there are scenes of green food, few people and there are birds of many types that are found in the delta surrounding Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"What animals is one likely to encounter during the 10-Day Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha safari?","content":"\n Day 10 \u2013 Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha Wildlife informations: The visitor will be able to see Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino), other wild animals, etc. Samburu has specific species of wildlife such as the Grevy\u2019s zebra, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk. Views include large elephant herds descending from the surrounding plateau to drink at water pools; Mount Kilimanjaro\u2019s majetic backdrop. Other animals that can be spotted at Lake Nakuru include rhinos, African flamingos, as well as various species of birds. One can easily see many predators and herbivores as well as the migration between July and October, if arriving at Maasai Mara during that period. This lake has animals such as hippos, fish eagles and other water birds.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"What are the options in lodging and \/ or other types of accommodation for the 10-Day Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha?","content":"\n This 10 Days Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha circuit has various accommodation category options, from the luxury lodge and tented camp to the midrange and budget lodges. In each destination there are several options to select from: sophisticated and elegant safari lodges offering breathtaking sceneries, luxury tented camps that give you the real feel of being in the wild, and moderately priced lodge ringing bells of quality service and comfort. Most camps and lodges are situated within or in close proximity to the parks for direct access to the wildlife.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"What activities are included in the 10-Day Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha safari?","content":"\n Some of the activities that are offered for the 10-day Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha safari are as follows. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n To sum up, it is as follows: For the 10-Day Samburu, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha safari, packing properly is the key to comfort. Recommended items include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Your evening game drive will be in the afternoon where you shall be introduced to different kind of species of plants and animals. Samburu is among the most popular national parks with abundant wildlife that include special Northern species like the gerenuk, Grevy\u2019s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, and Beisa oryx. These animals are also referred to as the Samburu Special Five.
Back to the lodge for dinner and accommodation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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You can ask to be woken up at night if your favorite animals come to visit. There can be a herd of elephants only a few feet away, and if you are so fortunate, a leopard or a large male lion might emerge.
Dinner and overnight at Naromoru Safari Lodge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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You will be getting to the Lake Nakuru National Park with flamingoes in the evening, have lunch and check into the lodge. In the afternoon a detailed tour of this beautiful park with special attention to vantage points for game viewing and photography will be conducted. Rift Valley lakes are a series of lakes found in the east of Africa, of which Lake Nakuru is one. It has overall ecological tolerance with the greater and lesser flamingos and other water birds being the main attractions of this region. The ecosystem supports over 56 mammalian species such as white rhinos and buffalos and over 450 terrestrial bird species.
Dinner and overnight at Nakuru Sopa Lodge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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In the afternoon, embark on a game drive after having your lunch. During this drive, you will be privileged to see the \u2018big five\u2019 category of animals which are; lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino, and leopard. Lions are also in plenty in Mara especially at the savannah grassland region along the Talek River.
: Back to Maasai mara Sopa lodge for dinner and overnight stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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You will spend an entire day observing and exploring the Maasai Mara with regard to the unlimited wildlife viewing that is offered here with Big Five and even other nondescript creatures of the park. For lunch, we will prepare a picnic lunch as we watch animals such as hippos and crocodiles in the Mara River.
We shall then go back to the camp for dinner and spend the night there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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On request, a boat ride can be arranged at an additional cost. You will also visit Crescent Island which is best described as a garden, an animals\u2019 sanctuary, or even as a little paradise. I think if one likes taking photographs, then he or she will be spoilt of choices by the beauty that pervades Crescent Island. The sunset affects not only the sea but also the forest of green plants occupying the space up to lilac-tinted giants from the world of small to large animals and birds. Some of the common animals found at this place are giraffe, zebra, impala, hippopotamus among others and most of them feed on plant materials.
Lunch, dinner and overnight at Avian Court Hotel Naivasha 260 Get up early for breakfast and take a packed lunch enough for the whole day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Located to the south of Nairobi, the Amboseli National Park is one of the most popular parks in the country. A large part of the park is formed by an old lakebed, and there are very sparse and vulnerable grasslands with rare acacia growing in some areas. There are also several small eroded and rocky volcanic hills in the southern region. It is the park that has the biggest herds of elephants and this makes it the best place to be if one wants to get a close view of these animals. For example, there is an extensive prospect of Mount Kilimanjaro stretching across the border of Kenya and Tanzania. It also has a large area which is covered by Amboseli Lake although this lake dries up in the dry season apart from the periods of raining. The park has a remarkably diverse bird population, with at least 634 recorded species.
Lunch, dinner, as well as accommodation, are provided by Amboseli Sentrim Lodge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Even with these changes, Amboseli National Park is probably the single best wildlife area in Africa to observe elephants in close quarters. Leaving carefree, elephants feeding and bathing in the swamps must be among the unforgettable impression when deciding on the safari.
Accommodation and dinner will be at a lodge that we will have for the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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