Aberdare/Mt. Kenya National Park – Samburu – Sweetwaters – Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara

9 Days / 8 Nights Kenya Safari

 

Ark Forest Lodge in the Aberdare National Park

Sweetwaters Serena Tented Camp

The Masai Tribe in Masai Mara

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Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Nairobi – Aberdare or Kenya National Park (Forest Tree Lodge)
Day 2: Forest Tree Lodge – Samburu Game Reserve
Day 3: Samburu Game Reserve
Day 4: Samburu – Sweetwaters Game Sanctuary
Day 5: Sweetwaters – Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 6: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 7: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 8: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 9: Masai Mara – Nairobi

 

Cost for 2011: Per Person
Land Arrangements (per person)

Child rate 2-11 years is 75% of the adult rate

 

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Aberdare/Mt. Kenya National Park – Samburu – Sweetwaters – Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara 9 Days / 8 Nights Kenya Safari

This exciting 9 Days / 8 Night Safari is a delightful journey for travelers with limited time away from home yet who desire an in-depth safari experience. Devoted exclusively to Kenya, in less than two weeks we touch upon nearly all of the region's highlights:- Aberdare National Park/Mt. Kenya National Park, Samburu Game Reserve, Sweetwaters Game Sanctuary, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara Game reserve - while enjoying exceptional wildlife throughout.

 

African safari is about the animals…thundering herds, thousands of creatures on the plains, in the craters and in the jungle. All of Africa pulses with the sights and sounds of the last true paradise left on earth. But sometimes there can be more to a safari than just wildlife. On that rare and wonderful occasion, there can be splendor and elegance beyond your wildest imagination. Below we provide details of this programme and the tale of our inspiration for this exquisite journey.

 

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Detailed Itinerary

 

Day 1
Nairobi – Aberdare or Kenya National Park (Forest Tree Lodge)
This morning we depart Nairobi and proceed north to The Ark forest Lodge or Serena Mountain Lodge. Nestled in the foothills between Aberdare and Mount Kenya National Park, these Tree lodges are famous for high perches and balconies, overlooking a salt lick and waterhole. Boasting a remarkable record of wildlife sightings from their floodlit waterholes and salt licks, here we will enjoy the finest in high-altitude game viewing.

 

Overnight at the Ark Forest Lodge or Serena Mountain Lodge or Treetop Forest Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast}

 

Day 2
Forest Tree Lodge - Samburu Game Reserve
This morning we travel by road to Kenya's northern frontier. Wild and rugged, Samburu is fiercely beautiful with its arid savannahs watered by the lovely Uaso Nyiro River. It is also one of Kenya's most protected areas and home to species only found north of the equator, from the reticulated giraffe to Grevy's zebras and Beisa oryxes. We also enjoy Larsens Tented Camp or Samburu Intrepids Camp, our luxurious hostelry set beneath a canopy of acacia trees along the banks of the river.

Overnight at Larsens Tented Camp or Samburu Intrepids Camp or Samburu Serena
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

 

Day 3
Samburu Game Reserve
Dawn breaks in golden bands as we start our day in the bush by scanning the river from our tent’s veranda with a cup of steaming coffee in hand. Before the dew is off the grass, we're off in pursuit of the elephants, lions, leopards, and cheetahs that thrive in the reserve's grasslands and acacia woodlands. And so the day is spent in alternating pursuits of exploration in the bush and relaxation in our cozy camp.

 

Overnight at Larsens Tented Camp or Samburu Intrepids Camp or Samburu Serena
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

 

Day 4
Samburu – Sweetwaters Game Sanctuary
Today we travel to the exotic Sweetwaters Tented Camp or Porini Rhino Camp in the secluded heart of Ol Pejeta Ranch and Rhino Reserve. Here, these magnificent beasts are given sanctuary from those who would take their lives to sell their horns. Here too, the Jane Goodall Institute operates a remarkable Chimpanzee Sanctuary where we meet the primates face to- face. Our camp also overlooks one of the busiest waterholes in the area and offers elephant, giraffe and myriad plains game. This is Africa as Teddy Roosevelt saw it years ago when he led one of the first safaris to tour Africa in comfort and splendor. Our tents at Sweetwaters or Porini Rhino Camp will remind us of this bygone era.

Overnight at Sweetwaters Tented Camp or Porini Camp or Ol Pejeta Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 5
Sweetwaters - Lake Nakuru National Park

Today we travel to the exotic Lake Nakuru National Park located in the Great Rift Valley. After lunch an exciting game run is planned for the afternoon. The game in this park is plentiful and the magnificent bird watching will make a devotee out of even the most reluctant. The Park is a home to stunning flocks of lesser and Greater Flamingos, which literally turn the lakeshores in to a magnificent pink stretch. The bird life here is world renowned and over 400 bird's species exist here, White Pelicans, Plovers, Egrets and Marabou Stork. It is also one of the very few places in Africa to see the white Rhino and rare Rothschild Giraffe.

 

Overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or Sarova Lion hill Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

 

Day 6
Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara Game Reserve
This morning we drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest's migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at our Lodge and relax before departing for the afternoon game run. The Mara Game Reserve-one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied, and easy to see. Residents among the Park's are: Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousand of plain game including Impala, Zebra, Topi, both Thomson's and grants Gazelles.

Overnight at Sarova Tented Camp or Siana Tented Camp or Mara Simba Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 7 & Day 8
Discover Masai Mara
The search for great predators and perhaps even cubs continues today and tomorrow during extensive game runs. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During our stay we also have an optional opportunity to visit a village of the Masai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.

Overnight at Sarova Tented Camp or Siana Tented Camp or Mara Simba Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 9
Masai Mara – Nairobi
Start our day with an early morning game drive. After breakfast, depart back to Nairobi arriving in the early afternoon.

 

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

 

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Included Safari Features

* Round trip transport from Nairobi to Aberdare or Mt. Kenya National Park, Samburu, Sweetwaters, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara

* Finest accommodations in Aberdare or Mt. Kenya National Park, Samburu, Sweetwaters, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara

* Multi-lingual Professional Safari Guide/Driver. (Professional Safari Escort is available upon request)

* Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers booking this safari

* Membership in Flying Doctors Society – Emergency air rescue
* Safari vehicles carry cold drinks and mineral water
* Guaranteed window seating with open top
* All applicable Game Park entrance fees
* All meals included while on safari
* Pre–tour itinerary document

* 11 Extensive Game drives

 

Excluded Safari Features

* Personal expenses such traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry, emails, faxes and phone calls beverages including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary
* Optional Hot Air Ballooning (cost per person is 425 US Dollars), Nature walks etc
* Gratuity for Porterage / waiters at hotels, camps and airports

* Christmas, New Year and Easter Supplement
* Sundowner bush cocktails and bush dinner

* Gratuity for your professional driver guide
* Cost of obtaining passport and visas
* Accommodations in Nairobi
* International Airfare

 

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