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Experience the ultimate Wilderness Safari that combines dramatic landscapes like the rugged Meru National Park, extraordinary wildlife spectacles, and rich cultural encounters. It is a holistic experience that stretches from the rugged Meru National Park, to the semi-arid Samburu in Northern Kenya, to the Great Rift Valley lakes and the theatre of the Maasai Mara, on to the Majestic snow-capped Kilimanjaro’s Back drop in Amboseli the land of Giants, proceeding with the biggest park in Kenya Tsavo National Parks and finishing off with the Kenyan coast’s marine life, Swahili culture and the white sandy beach. It is the perfect safari allowing visitors to witness the raw rhythm of Kenya and connect with the land in a deeply personal way.

Memorable Aspects:

  • Chances to capture the Special 5 of Samburu. Unique and rarely seen elsewhere.
  • Ol Pejeta, home to the last two northern white rhinos and Kenya’s only chimpanzee sanctuary.
  • Explore the Great Rift valley freshwater Lake Naivasha on a scenic boat ride and visit to Crescent Island (a close up walk with game).
  • Lk. Bogoria, thousands of flamingos, which create a spectacular pink spectacle, and its geothermal activity with numerous hot springs and geysers.
  • Capture flamingos and rhinos in Lake Nakuru National Park.
  • Maasai Mara: Highest density of big cats and seasonal migration of wildebeests and zebras

Itinerary at a glance

Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Drive to Meru National Park. Afternoon game drive Meru
Day 2 Transfer to Samburu National Reserve. Afternoon game drive. Samburu/Shaba Reserve
Day 3 Full Day Samburu Game Drives Samburu/Shaba Reserve
Day 4 Transfer to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Afternoon Game drives. Visit Chimpanzee & Rhino Sanctuary. Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Day 5 Transfer to Lake Naivasha. Afternoon Boat ride. Visit to Crescent Island Lake Naivasha
Day 6 Continue safari to Lake Bogoria. Afternoon game drive. Lake Bogoria
Day 7 Drive to Lake Nakuru. Afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru.
Day 8 Transfer to Maasai Mara. Afternoon Game Drive. Maasai Mara
Day 9 & 10 2 Full Days Maasai Mara Game Drives Maasai Mara
Day 11 Departure.

 

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation as per the program
  • Transport in a 4x4 tour Land cruiser as per the above rates
  • Complimentary mineral water per person per day in the safari vehicle
  • Services of an English speaking driver guide
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Game drives and Park entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • All meet and greet services
  • All arrival and departure transfers
  • 24 hours stand-by contact number
  • Two-way long-range high frequency radio communication in each vehicle
  • On Safari accessories in each vehicle; first aid kit, wildlife books, a pair of binoculars, cool box and fire extinguisher
  • International flights
  • Tips & gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff and driver guide(s). (Note that gratuities should be given as a reward of exceptional service and is at your own discretion)
  • Cost incurred by all optional activities
  • Items of personal nature, e.g. Telephone call bills, laundry etc.
  • Extra Meals and beverages not included in the Meal Plan
  • Easter and Festive Period supplement
  • Visa fees-you can apply a visa online easily through the following government website, www.ecitizen.go.ke
  • Any other items not included in the itinerary

Tour Plan

Day 1 Nairobi to Meru National Park

Early morning game drive in Meru National Park. Catch the simplest of what this park has to offer then continue north to experience another beauty, Samburu/Shaba National Reserve.

Samburu is known for sightings of the “Samburu Special Five” – unique and endangered species like the Grevy’s Zebra, Somali ostrich, the reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx. African wild dogs are also found on the rugged terrain of this expansive park. Giraffe, buffalo, waterbuck elephant and zebra trek from the surrounding savannah plains to the water. Samburu is also considered one of the best areas to observe leopard, lion and cheetah.

Dinner and overnight at your Lodge/Camp.

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Day 9 & 10 Maasai Mara National Reserve

Your private safari adventure begins as we collect you from your hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Preferably before 8:00am, our driver-guide will meet you for a safari briefing and commence safari north to Meru National Park.

(In case of late arrival, accommodation and transfer can be arranged at an extra cost).

Arrive in time for lunch. Later enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park.

Meru National Park is a wonder in disguise! It is a remote and unspoiled wilderness with a unique blend of diverse landscapes, from open savannahs and woodlands to lush riverine forests crisscrossed by 13 rivers. It is one of Kenya's least crowded parks, offering an intimate safari experience with abundant wildlife, including elephants and both white and black rhinos in a special sanctuary. The Park holds historical significance as the place where conservationists George and Joy Adamson raised and released Elsa the Lioness, famously documented in the book and movie Born Free.

Dinner & overnight at your Lodge/Camp.

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Day 2 Meru to Samburu National Reserve

Breakfast at the Camp.

Then spend the whole day exploring this amazing game reserve, it gives you the refreshment of your mind as the reserves are not populated and not many people visit here.

Morning and afternoon game drives. All meals and overnight at your Camp.

Day 3 Explore Samburu National Reserve.

Another morning game drive in Samburu and a delicious breakfast may make it difficult for you to leave the Reserve.

Drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a private refuge for rhinos and chimpanzees. It is one of the largest and most well-known private wildlife conservancies in East Africa, established with the goal of protecting and preserving endangered species.

Arrive in time for lunch at Sweetwaters Serena Camp. After lunch, explore the conservancy. The combination of amazing wildlife and stunning views across the open plains of Ol Pejeta guarantees an unforgettable safari experience. Ol Pejeta is also the only place in Africa that offers the opportunity to see Chimpanzees and the last 2 remaining Northern white rhinos.

You will meet the primates face to- face, visit the Rhino Sanctuary and enjoy game viewing in the Conservancy.

Dinner and overnight at your Lodge/Camp.

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Day 4 Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Leisurely breakfast then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Here, you will check in to your hotel and have lunch after which you will tour the Lake Nakuru National Park.

Discover the park created in 1961 to protect the alkaline lake Lake Nakuru. The lake is renowned for its flamingo population and also recognized as a rhino sanctuary, harbouring a population of black and white rhinos. It is also home to many herbivores including Rothschild's giraffe, buffalo, hippo, gazelle and nearly 55 mammals including lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, rock hyraxes and reedbuck.

Dinner and overnight at your Lodge.

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Day 5 Ol Pejeta to the shores of Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, depart for the famous Maasai Mara. Lunch at your Camp followed by an afternoon game drive.

Masai Mara is one of Africa’s greatest wildlife reserves brimming with abundant wildlife and birdlife. Game viewing is spectacular year-round; with opportunities of witnessing a pride of lions stalking their prey, observe a herd of elephants and their fascinating social structure, or see pods of hippo wallowing in the rivers.

Return to your Camp at sunset for dinner and overnight.

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Day 7 Lake Bogoria to Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, continue your expedition to the shores of Lake Naivasha.

Its surrounding parks are a varied world of birds, grazing game, and landscapes easily explored by boat and on foot as we have planned for you. You will arrive at your Lodge for lunch and after go out to the Lake for an afternoon boat ride and a visit to Crescent Island.

We will glide by hippos and transfer you for a guided walking safari at Crescent Island Game Sanctuary. This beautiful piece of paradise hosts an abundance of bird life, especially large numbers of pelicans, cormorant and fish eagles. Walk amongst Giraffes, Zebras and more and see hippos grazing in the cool afternoon air or resting under acacia trees in the heat of day. The scenic beauty and sense of freedom in this little Sanctuary has seen many film makers alight on its shores to film herds of wildebeest, water buck and zebra passing through the grassy savannah.

The day will end in the evening with dinner and overnight back at your Lodge/Camp.

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Day 6 Lake Naivasha to the least explored Lake Bogoria National Park

(Optional Hot Air Balloon in the Mara - A magical experience as you take in a bird's eye view of the vast, rolling plains below you. This unique and exhilarating excursion takes place early in the morning when you can marvel at the fantastic sight of the rising sun and gently float over the thousands of animals below you. This is the best time to spot wildlife as well as enjoy the peaceful vistas and crisp, clear air. The balloon safari ends by touching down in the wilds of the Masai Mara to enjoy a delectable champagne breakfast.)

2 Full days in the Mara that you can make a game viewing extravaganza!

The itinerary is flexible, and you can plan with your guide the day’s schedule. You can have a relaxed breakfast and depart for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. You will have better chances to view wildlife all day and return to the lodge late in the afternoon.

Alternatively, you can depart an early morning game drive. Later, return to your accommodation for breakfast and relax until midafternoon. Then, depart on an afternoon game drive.

Dinner and overnight at your Lodge.

Day 11 Departure

After breakfast, you will drive from the shores of Lake Naivasha through the Rift Valley escarpments to where Lake Bogoria National Park lies.

Arrive in time for lunch at Lake Bogoria Spa & Resort with a flourishing garden, roamed by ostriches and birdlife. Enjoy a buffet lunch followed by an afternoon game drive inside Lake Bogoria National Park famous for its birdlife and Hot springs.

Enjoy your adventure then return to your resort for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation:  Lake Bogoria Spa & Resort

Day 8 Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Begin with another early rise to experience more of the Mara. Then breakfast and check out for your drive back to Nairobi.

Depending on your next stay or flight details, you will be dropped off at your desired hotel, residence or the Mombasa airport for your homebound flight.

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