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) - Transfer to Lake Nakuru for afternoon game drives in Lake Nakuru
Day 4 (Oct 06, 2024) - Transfer to Masai Mara for afternoon game drives in 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 Lake Naivasha for Boat ride to and Walking tour in Crescent Island
Day 8 (Oct 10, 2024) - Transfer from Lake Naivasha to Amboseli for afternoon game drives
Day 9 (Oct 11, 2024) - Full day game drives in Amboseli
Day 10 (Oct 12, 2024) - Morning game drives in Amboseli and transfer to Nairobi

Notes

In Naivasha, Boat ride to Crescent Island and walking tour in Crescent Island are included. Other activities like bike tour, hiking, horse ride can be opted as add-ons by paying additional.

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

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. <

b>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, 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 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 8 - 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 9 - 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 10 - 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 (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)
Day 7 (Oct 09, 2024) - Lake Naivasha
Day 8 (Oct 10, 2024) - Amboseli (Within the Park) or Amboseli (Outside the Park)
Day 9 (Oct 11, 2024) - 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:

• 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 & Dinner

Day 8 (Oct 10, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9 (Oct 11, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10 (Oct 12, 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 Transfer
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 Transfer
Day 6 (Oct 08, 2024) - No Transfer
Day 7 (Oct 09, 2024) - Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha takes about 4.5 to 5.5 hours (232 km)
Day 8 (Oct 10, 2024) - Lake Naivasha to Amboseli takes about 6 to 6.5 hours (313 km)
Day 9 (Oct 11, 2024) - No Transfer
Day 10 (Oct 12, 2024) - Amboseli to Nairobi takes about 4 to 4.5 hours (216 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

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.