Short Itinerary

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Day 1 (Oct 31, 2024) - Nairobi to Samburu. Afternoon game drives in Samburu
Day 2 (Nov 01, 2024) - Full day game drives in Samburu
Day 3 (Nov 02, 2024) - Morning game drives in Samburu and transfer to Lake Nakuru
Day 4 (Nov 03, 2024) - Morning game drives in Lake Nakuru and transfer to Masai Mara
Day 5 (Nov 04, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 6 (Nov 05, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 7 (Nov 06, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 8 (Nov 07, 2024) - Transfer from Masai Mara to Nairobi

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Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.

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Ensuite Accommodation Packages

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Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on Oct 31, 2024, in a group of two adults . Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks. You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.

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Option E1: $2,407 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $2,640 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Samburu Sopa Lodge, Samburu from Oct 31, 2024 to Nov 01, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Samburu Simba Lodge, Buffalo Springs from Nov 01, 2024 to Nov 02, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Buraha Zenoni Hotel - Deluxe Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park) from Nov 02, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Simba + Oryx Nature Camp, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E2: $2,616 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $2,849 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Samburu Simba Lodge, Buffalo Springs from Oct 31, 2024 to Nov 02, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ziwa Bush Lodge - Executive Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park) from Nov 02, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at PrideInn Mara Camp & Cottages - Savannah Tents, Masai Mara (Bordering the Park) from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E3: $3,048 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $3,281 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Ashnil Samburu Camp, Buffalo Springs from Oct 31, 2024 to Nov 02, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from Nov 02, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Zebra River Camp - River Facing Tents, Masai Mara (Bordering the Park) from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E4: $3,862 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $4,095 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Elephant Bedroom Camp - Luxury Tents, Samburu from Oct 31, 2024 to Nov 02, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge - Standard Room, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from Nov 02, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ilora Retreats, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E5: $6,408 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $6,641 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sasaab Samburu, Samburu from Oct 31, 2024 to Nov 02, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from Nov 02, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Entim Mara - Main Camp, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E6: $9,240 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $9,473 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sasaab Samburu, Samburu from Oct 31, 2024 to Nov 02, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from Nov 02, 2024 to Nov 03, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Bateleur Camp - Tented Suite, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Nov 03, 2024 to Nov 07, 2024 [Full Board]

A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.

Itinerary

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Day 1 - Nairobi to Samburu

Your tour starts with pick up at 7:30 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Airport and drive to Masai Mara. This drive will take about 6 to 7 hours. Arrive in Samburu 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. Day 2 - Samburu 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 3 - Samburu to Lake Nakuru Start your day early with morning game drives by 6.30 am followed by breakfast, check out and proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park which is about 5.5 to 6 hours drive from Samburu. Upon reaching Nakuru lodge check in, have dinner and relax for the day.
Day 4 - Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Start your day early with morning game drives by 6.30 am followed by breakfast, check out and transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve. This drive usually takes around 5-6 hours. Upon reaching Masai Mara check in, have dinner and relax for the day. Day 5 , 6 and 7 - 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 8 - Masai Mara to Nairobi After a relaxed breakfast head back to Nairobi to reach by about 5:00 PM. On reaching Nairobi in the evening, you will be dropped of at the airport or your hotel.

Note 1: Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying park fees(USD 100 from Jan to Jun and USD 200 from Jul to Dec)).

Stay Locations

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

Day 7 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)

Maps

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Pre & Post Tour Hotels

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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

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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

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Day 1 (Oct 31, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (Nov 01, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (Nov 02, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 (Nov 03, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 (Nov 04, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 (Nov 05, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 (Nov 06, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8 (Nov 07, 2024) - Breakfast & Lunch

Drive Times

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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 8 - Masai Mara to Nairobi takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (284 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

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• Meals as per itinerary.

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

• Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

• Daily game drives while on Safari.

• A professional driver/guide.

• All Taxes and VAT.

• 4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.

Exclusions

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• International flights.

• Tips (Tipping guidelines).

• Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

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

• Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

• Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.

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

Addons

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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.