Short Itinerary

Day 1 (Oct 03, 2024) - Nairobi to Samburu. Evening game drives in Samburu
Day 2 (Oct 04, 2024) - Full day game drives in Samburu
Day 3 (Oct 05, 2024) - Short morning game drives in Samburu and transfer to Lake Nakuru
Day 4 (Oct 06, 2024) - Morning game drives in Lake Nakuru and transfer to Masai Mara
Day 5 (Oct 07, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 6 (Oct 08, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 7 (Oct 09, 2024) - Transfer from Masai Mara (No game drives) to Nairobi

Notes

Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying additional park fees.

If the accommodation chosen is at Samburu, game drives will be done in Samburu and if accommodation chosen is at Buffalo Springs or Shaba National Reserve, game drives will be done at Buffalo Springs+Shaba National Reserve.

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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 drivearound 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 to Masai Mara

We start around 7:30 AM from your Nakuru lodge and drive to Masai Mara. This drive will take about 5 to 6 hours. Arrive in Masai Mara shortly after noon and check into your lodge/camp, have 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: The last 1-hour drive to Masai Mara is on the corrugated and bumpy road and may not be comfortable for clients with back problems. Clients with back problems can consider flying directly to (and out of) Masai Mara.

Day 5 & Day 6 - Masai Mara

Today's itinerary is flexible and you can discuss with your guide on the previous evening and plan for today's schedule.

You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to lodge late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness hunt/kill). Later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. you will stop at a picnic spot for having packed lunch and later depart on a game drive till the park is closed. Around 6:00 PM return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 7 - Masai Mara to Nairobi

After breakfast checkout and depart to Nairobi which is about 5.5 hours drive from Mara gate. Drop at your Nairobi hotel or airport by 4:00 PM.

Stay Locations

Day 1 (Oct 03, 2024) - Samburu or Buffalo Springs or Shaba Game Reserve
Day 2 (Oct 04, 2024) - Samburu or Buffalo Springs or Shaba Game Reserve
Day 3 (Oct 05, 2024) - Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) or Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
Day 4 (Oct 06, 2024) - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 5 (Oct 07, 2024) - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 6 (Oct 08, 2024) - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering 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:

• 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 71 per person
• ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 115 per person
• The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 144 per person
• Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 168 per person
• Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 299 per person

Double sharing room:

• 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 43 per person
• ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69 per person
• The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 84 per person
• Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 95 per person
• Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 175 per person

Triple sharing room:

• 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 32 per person
• ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69 per person
• The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 72 per person
• Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 79 per person
• Fairmont the Norfolk - Deluxe Room - USD 143 per person

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 (Oct 03, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (Oct 04, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (Oct 05, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 (Oct 06, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 (Oct 07, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 (Oct 08, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 (Oct 09, 2024) - Breakfast & Lunch

Transfer Times

Day 1 (Oct 03, 2024) - Nairobi to Samburu takes about 6 to 7 hours (315 km)
Day 2 (Oct 04, 2024) - No transfers
Day 3 (Oct 05, 2024) - Samburu to Lake Nakuru takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (295 km)
Day 4 (Oct 06, 2024) - Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km)
Day 5 (Oct 07, 2024) - No trasnfers
Day 6 (Oct 08, 2024) - No trasnfers
Day 7 (Oct 09, 2024) - Masai Mara to Nairobi takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (284 km)

Note: 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

• 4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.

• Daily game drives while on Safari.

• All Taxes and VAT.

• Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

• Meals as per itinerary.

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

• A professional English speaking driver/ guide.

Exclusions

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

• Tips (Tipping guidelines).

• Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

• Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.

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

• International flights.

• Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

Payment Policy

Deposit Payment
- Deposit is 50% of the total booking amount.
- Deposit can be paid either via a bank transfer or an online card payment.
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- We offer bank accounts in 10 different currencies for bank transfers.
- Once you make the deposit payment you will receive a booking confirmation.

Balance Payment
- Balance can be paid via bank transfer, online card payment or with cash
- Bank payment can be done 15 days prior to the tour date (recommended 30 days prior)
- Card payment can be done 1 day prior to the tour date (recommended 7 days prior)
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- Cash can be paid on arrival (US Dollars printed in or after the year 2009)

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

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