9 Days - Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara (2 nights), Lake Naivasha and Amboseli
Duration - 9 days

In this tour we will cover the 5 most popular destinations in Kenya, combining the northern and southern parks - Samburu Reserve (2 nights), Lake Nakuru National Park (1 night), Masai Mara National Reserve (2 nights), , Lake Naivasha (1 night) & Amboseli National Park (2 nights). Tour starts and ends at Nairobi. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!


Short Itinerary


Day 1 (Jul 28, 2024) - Nairobi to Samburu. Afternoon game drives in Samburu
Day 2 (Jul 29, 2024) - Full day game drives in Samburu
Day 3 (Jul 30, 2024) - Transfer to Lake Nakuru for afternoon game drives in Lake Nakuru
Day 4 (Jul 31, 2024) - Transfer to Masai Mara for afternoon game drives in Masai Mara
Day 5 (Aug 01, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 6 (Aug 02, 2024) - Transfer from Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha
Day 7 (Aug 03, 2024) - Boat ride to and Walking tour in Crescent Island and transfer to Amboseli
Day 8 (Aug 04, 2024) - Full day game drives in Amboseli
Day 9 (Aug 05, 2024) - Morning game drives in Amboseli and transfer to Nairobi

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Itinerary


Day 1 - Nairobi to Samburu

Your tour starts with pick up at 7:00 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Airport and drive to Samburu. This drive will take about 6 to 7 hours with diverse views ranging from the raw country side, the central highlands of Kenya, the equator line and views of Mt Kenya. Arrive in Samburu by lunch time and check into your lodge/camp, have a hot lunch and then depart for an afternoon game drive. After the game drive, we head back to lodge/camp to reach by around 5:30 or 6:00 PM, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared Dinner. Overnight at your lodge.

Note: Samburu eco system consists of 3 national reserves. Samburu National reserve, Buffalo springs National reserve, Shaba National reserve. Entry fees is common for Buffalo springs and Shaba but it is different for Samburu. If your accommodation is in Samburu, your game drives are included in Samburu. If you are accommodation is in Buffalo springs or Shaba, your game drives are included in Buffalo springs + Shaba. In case, your accommodation is in Buffalo springs or Shaba and if you wish to enter Samburu reserve, park fees of USD 80 per adult and USD 45 per child applies.

Day 2 - Samburu

We depart at 6:30 AM after breakfast on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness a hunt/kill). Later around 10:30 AM, return to accommodation for a break and relax for a bit and after lunch, depart on an afternoon game drivea round 3:00 PM till around 6:00 PM. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3- Samburu to Lake Nakuru

After breakfast checkout and depart to Lake Nakuru National Park which is about 5 hours drive from Samburu. Check into your lodge at Nakuru, have lunch and depart for afternoon game drives. After game drives till around 6:00 PM, we proceed to your camp/lodge for a freshly prepared dinner. Overnight stay at your Camp/Lodge.

Day 4 - Nakuru-Masai Mara

After breakfast checkout and depart to Masai Mara which is about 5 hours drive from Lake Nakuru. Check into your lodge/camp at Masai Mara, have lunch and depart for afternoon game drives. After the game drive, we head back to lodge/camp to reach by around 5:30 or 6:00 PM, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared Dinner. Overnight at your lodge.


Day 5 - Masai Mara

We depart at 6:30 AM after breakfast on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness a hunt/kill). Later around 10:30 AM, return to accommodation for a break and relax for a bit and after lunch, depart on an afternoon game drivea round 3:00 PM till around 6:00 PM. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.


Day 6 - Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha

After breakfast checkout and Depart to Lake Naivasha which is about 5 hours drive. Check-in to your camp/lodge and then proceed for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 7 - Lake Naivasha to Amboseli

Start your day with a Boat Ride to Crescent Island where you will be doing a nature walk next to zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, waterbucks, antelopes and many types of birds. Return back to your camp/lodges in Naivasha and check out. Start your drive to Amboseli with en route lunch. Upon reaching Amboseli, you can check in to the camp/lodge and relax and unwind for the day.

Day 8 - Amboseli

We depart at 6:30 AM after breakfast on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness a hunt/kill). Later around 10:30 AM, return to accommodation for a break and relax for a bit and after lunch, depart on an afternoon game drivea round 3:00 PM till around 6:00 PM. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Note: Since Amboseli is relatively hot, game drives around noon are not usually recommended but can be arranged if you are interested.

Day 9 - Amboseli to Nairobi

Wake up early in the morning and proceed to Amboseli for game drives around 6:15 AM. Continue with game drives till around 9:00 AM and then head back to camp for breakfast. After breakfast, check out from camp and proceed to Nairobi to reach by around 3:00 PM

Stay Locations


Day 1 - Samburu or Buffalo Springs or Shaba Game Reserve

Day 2 - Samburu or Buffalo Springs or Shaba Game Reserve

Day 3 - Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) or Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)

Day 4 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)

Day 5 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)

Day 6 - Lake Naivasha

Day 7 - Amboseli (Within the Park) or Amboseli (Outside the Park)

Day 8 - Amboseli (Within the Park) or Amboseli (Outside the Park)

Maps


Pre & Post Tour Hotels


Nairobi is the base for safari tours in Kenya. If you need accommodation in Nairobi before/after your safari tour, you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below (Prices are per person).

Single room:

Double sharing room:

Triple sharing room:

All of the above prices are on per person per night on bed and breakfast basis. More hotel options can be shared upon request.

Transfers


This tour starts from Nairobi. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the nearest international airport and Wilson Airport (WIL) is the nearest domestic airport.

Airport Pickup/Drop
Pickup or drop off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Pickup or drop off at Wilson Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge

Airport to Hotel transfers
Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Wilson Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle

Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Wilson Airport or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle


Meals


Day 1 (Jul 28, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (Jul 29, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (Jul 30, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 (Jul 31, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 (Aug 01, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 (Aug 02, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 (Aug 03, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8 (Aug 04, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9 (Aug 05, 2024) - Breakfast & Lunch

Drive Times


Day 1 - Nairobi to Samburu takes about 6 to 7 hours (315 km)
Day 3 - Samburu to Lake Nakuru takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (295 km)
Day 4 - Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km)
Day 6 - Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha takes about 4.5 to 5.5 hours (232 km)
Day 7 - Lake Naivasha to Amboseli takes about 6 to 6.5 hours (313 km)
Day 9 - Amboseli to Nairobi takes about 4 to 4.5 hours (216 km)

Note 1: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.

Inclusions


  • Daily game drives while on Safari.

  • Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).

  • 4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.

  • Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

  • A professional driver/guide.

  • Meals as per itinerary.

  • All Taxes and VAT.

Exclusions


  • Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).

  • Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.

  • International flights.

  • Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

  • Tips (Tipping guidelines).

Addons


Add-on tours in Samburu
Samburu Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person

Add-on tours in Lake Nakuru
Boat Ride (upto 3 hours): USD 110 per adult/USD 60 per child

Add-on tours in Masai Mara
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): USD 485 per person for adult/USD 335 per child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
Sundowner: USD 35-60 per person depending on hotel

Add-on tours in Hell's Gate National Park, Naivasha
Hell's Gate National Park fees: USD 30 per adult/USD 20 per child
Biking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 30 per adults/USD 30 per child
Walking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 25 upto 4 pax

Add-on tours in Sanctuary Farm, Naivasha
Horse Riding (for 1 hour): USD 50 per adult/USD 45 per child
Horse Riding (for 2 hours): USD 80 per adults/USD 75 per child

Add-on tours in Mt. Longonot National Park, Naivasha
Mt. Longonot Hike (upto 5 hours): USD 40 per adult/USD 30 per child

Add-on tours in Amboseli
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): USD 450 per person for adult/USD 350 per child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person

Please note that children's rates are applicable to specific age groups. For details on child policies for each activity, please contact us directly.

9 Days - Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara (2 nights), Lake Naivasha and Amboseli
Duration - 9 days

In this tour we will cover the 5 most popular destinations in Kenya, combining the northern and southern parks - Samburu Reserve (2 nights), Lake Nakuru National Park (1 night), Masai Mara National Reserve (2 nights), , Lake Naivasha (1 night) & Amboseli National Park (2 nights). Tour starts and ends at Nairobi. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!


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